Jakarta, Feb. 23 -- Indonesia's decision to join the Board of Peace is a step toward supporting Palestinian independence and ending Israeli control, Parliamentary Speaker Ahmad Muzani said, calling the move a diplomatic breakthrough.

Muzani praised President Prabowo Subianto for bringing Indonesia into the Board of Peace, describing it as a landmark initiative and a tangible sign of Jakarta's commitment to the Palestinian cause.

"This is an outstanding diplomatic move," Muzani said after attending an iftar, or fast-breaking event, on Sunday.

He said participation in the Board of Peace would allow Indonesia to help safeguard a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip following months of Israeli military operations and to support stability during the...