Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Indonesian Defense Forces (TNI) confirmed the continuation of its peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, despite one of its soldiers being killed in action (KIA) by artillery fire.”We remain committed to carrying out our duties as part of the world peacekeeping mission under the mandate of the United Nations (UN) professionally and responsibly, while prioritizing the safety of our soldiers,” the Head of TNI Headquarters Information Center, Major General Aulia Dwi Nasrullah, confirmed on Monday.He noted that the assignment reflects the TNI’s role in implementing the state’s mandate to help foster world peace, as stated in the preamble to the 1945 Constitution.However, he stressed that the TNI will not neglect its responsibility to ensure the safety of its soldiers in Lebanon.Nasrullah said the TNI has reminded soldiers to increase operational vigilance while on duty, in accordance with standards established by the UN.As it carries out its duties, the TNI will keep monitoring developments in Lebanon to decide on further action, he added.”The TNI also continues to monitor developments on the ground and prepare contingency measures according to the dynamics in the assigned area of Lebanon,” he stated.Earlier, one TNI soldier was declared dead and three other were injured after being hit by artillery during a peacekeeping mission in Lebanon on Sunday (March 29).Nasrullah explained that the attack stemmed from the escalating conflict in Lebanon, particularly in South Lebanon.The escalating conflict triggered several attacks, one of which targeted the Indonesian military contingent stationed in the city of Adshit al-Qusyar in South Lebanon on Sunday.The soldier killed in action was Chief Private Farizal Rhomadhon. Meanwhile, the three other injured soldiers are Chief Private Rico Pramudia, Chief Private Bayu Prakoso, and Chief Private Arif Kurniawan.”The deceased soldier is currently being laid to rest at the East Sector Headquarters (HQ) and administrative preparations are being completed for repatriation to Indonesia with assistance from the Indonesian Embassy in Beirut,” Nasrullah said.”Chief Private Rico Pramudia suffered serious injuries, while Chief Private Bayu Prakoso and Chief Private Arif Kurniawan suffered minor injuries and are currently receiving medical treatment,” he continued.Nasrullah has yet to disclose who orchestrated the attack or the motive, noting that it happened amid a firefight and that UNIFIL is still investigating who was directly responsible.