Prabowo Says Indonesia Must Brace for Escalating Middle East Conflict
July 30, 2026 | 08:45 pmTEMPO. CO, Jakarta –PresidentPrabowo Subiantowarned that the war in the Middle East could escalate and urged Indonesia to prepare for the potential impact of a prolonged global. . .
July 30, 2026 | 08:45 pmTEMPO. CO, Jakarta –PresidentPrabowo Subiantowarned that the war in the Middle East could escalate and urged Indonesia to prepare for the potential impact of a prolonged global crisis. "We must mentally prepare that the war in the Middle East will continue for a long time, escalate, and become worse," Prabowo said in Batang, Central Java, on Thursday, July 30, as reported by the Presidential Secretariat. Prabowo said the conflict could pose a serious threat to many countries and trigger a wider global crisis. "A global crisis is not a minor crisis. A real global crisis, a war, is very dangerous and formidable. Therefore, we must remain united," he said. Prabowo Calls for Faster ResponseThe Gerindra Party chairperson said Indonesia's abundant resources could help the country navigate difficult geopolitical conditions. He called on the government to work more effectively, efficiently, and carefully amid growing global uncertainty. "We will work very quickly to provide tangible results for the people and drive our economy," Prabowo said. Prabowo Attends Housing Credit AgreementPrabowo made the remarks during an event marking the signing of a mass agreement for 62,000 subsidizedhousingloans (KPR) and People's Business Credit (KUR) worth Rp880 billion in Batang, Central Java. The program is part of the government's efforts to expand access to home ownership for low-income communities. "We work hard through various programs and continue to think of the best ways to increase the number of homes that can be enjoyed by the people," Prabowo said. The event also included a video conference with debtor representatives from several regions participating in the simultaneous agreement. "We want all Indonesian citizens to have decent homes," Prabowo said. Click hereto get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google NewsRecommendedPrabowo to Award Rp20 Billion Prize for Indonesia's Cleanest Cities2 jam laluPrabowo to Award Rp20 Billion Prize for Indonesia's Cleanest CitiesPrabowo plans to reward Indonesia's cleanest cities with up to Rp20 billion in incentives to improve waste management and cleanliness. What Is Nusantara Explorer, the New Luxury Train Tested by Prabowo?3 jam laluWhat Is Nusantara Explorer, the New Luxury Train Tested by Prabowo?Prabowo tested Nusantara Explorer, a new luxury sleeper train by KAI designed to offer premium services and support tourism in Indonesia. Indonesian Political Indicator Denies Releasing July 2026 Electability Survey5 jam laluIndonesian Political Indicator Denies Releasing July 2026 Electability SurveyThe result of a survey dated July 2026 by the Indonesian Political Indicator has been circulating on social media. Prabowo Orders Development of Sumatra, Kalimantan Railway Hubs5 jam laluPrabowo Orders Development of Sumatra, Kalimantan Railway HubsPrabowo expressed his desire for Indonesia's railways to expand more rapidly to cover wider areas, aligning with the country's economic potentialFact Check: Was Prabowo Deceived by a Fake CIA Agent?5 jam laluFact Check: Was Prabowo Deceived by a Fake CIA Agent?Tempo's fact check team investigates the online push to counter its expose, revealing how fake CIA agent Gaurav Srivastava targeted Prabowo Subianto. Indonesia Eyes Expansion of Electric Transport, Prabowo Says6 jam laluIndonesia Eyes Expansion of Electric Transport, Prabowo SaysIndonesia will see an expansion of electric transportation modes, President Prabowo Subianto said in Semarang. Can Prabowo Revive His Electability?8 jam laluCan Prabowo Revive His Electability?The expert said that the decrease in electability should keep Prabowo on his toes. Prabowo to Launch Revamp of Historic Railway Station in Semarang8 jam laluPrabowo to Launch Revamp of Historic Railway Station in SemarangPresident Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to make a working visit to Semarang, Central Java, on Thursday, July 29, 2026. SMRC Poll: Dedi Mulyadi Surpasses Prabowo's Electability9 jam laluSMRC Poll: Dedi Mulyadi Surpasses Prabowo's ElectabilitySMRC's latest survey reveals a drop in the electability of President Prabowo Subianto, with West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi taking the top spot. Prabowo Raises Military Allowances via New Perpres13 jam laluPrabowo Raises Military Allowances via New PerpresPresident Prabowo Subianto has increased performance allowances for TNI soldiers and Defense Ministry personnel following an eight-year freeze.