Indonesia’s Mount Dukono volcano in North Maluku province erupted on Friday morning at 7:41 a.m. local time, killing three people, including two foreign nationals and one local resident. Authorities reported that at least 20 climbers remain trapped on the mountain, prompting an ongoing rescue operation. Five others were injured in the eruption, and the victims include two Singaporean citizens, according to local officials.

Police Chief Erlichson Pasaribu confirmed the fatalities, while local rescue agency head Iwan Ramdhani told Reuters that efforts are continuing to locate and evacuate the trapped climbers. Among those stranded are nine Singaporeans and several Indonesian nationals. The eruption sent volcanic ash up to 10 kilometers into the sky, leading authorities to issue the third-highest alert level for the volcano.

Rescue teams are working under challenging conditions as ash clouds and unstable terrain complicate access to the affected area, according to officials cited by BBC and Reuters.

An Iranian very large crude carrier (VLCC) named 'Derya' has entered Indonesia’s Lombok Strait, reportedly evading detection by the United States Navy. The vessel is now moving through Indonesian waters toward the Riau Islands, according to the oil shipping monitoring group TankerTrackers.com. The group stated on social media that the ship had earlier attempted to unload 1.88 million barrels of Iranian crude oil in India in mid-April but failed.

TankerTrackers added that after the failed attempt in India, the Derya continued southward while other Iranian vessels in the region were being forced back to Iran by the US Navy. The firm also reported that another Iranian supertanker, the 'Huge', carrying 1.9 million barrels of oil, entered the Lombok Strait a day earlier, also heading toward the Riau Islands.

According to TankerTrackers, a total of 25 Iranian oil tankers departed from Iran in April. Of these, seven were sent back to Iranian ports and two were seized by US forces, while the rest reached their destinations successfully.

At least 14 people were killed and 84 others injured when two trains collided near Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital, on the night of April 27, 2026. According to the country’s rail operator, the crash occurred in Bekasi when a long-distance train struck a stationary commuter train at the station. Rescue teams immediately began operations to free passengers trapped in the wreckage.

Mohammad Saifi, head of Indonesia’s National Search and Rescue Agency, said the rescue process was extremely complex and dangerous, adding that some passengers might still be alive inside the debris. Authorities reported that the women-only coach suffered the most damage in the collision.

President Prabowo Subianto has ordered a full investigation into the cause of the crash and directed officials to strengthen railway safety measures. The report also noted that Indonesia has experienced several train accidents in recent years, including one in West Java in 2024 that killed four people and injured many others.

At least four people were killed and several dozen injured when two trains collided near Jakarta, Indonesia, on Monday. According to state media reports cited by international outlets, the crash occurred close to Bekasi Timur Station on the outskirts of the capital when a long-distance train struck a stationary local train from behind. Several carriages were severely damaged in the impact.

Footage broadcast by local media showed rescuers working to free passengers trapped inside the wreckage, with many being carried to hospitals on stretchers. Authorities fear the death toll could rise as rescue operations continue. The spokesperson for Indonesia’s state railway operator, KAI, confirmed four deaths and said 38 people had been rescued and sent to nearby hospitals. He expressed condolences to the families of the victims.

The cause of the collision has not yet been detailed, and officials continue to assess the extent of the damage and injuries.

Italian energy company Eni has announced the discovery of a large new natural gas reserve off the coast of Indonesia. According to the government, this find could allow the European firm to triple its production in the country by 2028. The discovery site lies about 70 kilometers off East Kalimantan province, containing an estimated 5 trillion cubic feet of gas and 300 million barrels of condensate, a liquid hydrocarbon. Eni said the new reserve will open an important supply route for both domestic and international markets.

Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia described the discovery as significant, projecting condensate production to reach 90,000 barrels per day by 2028 and 150,000 by 2029–2030. The government expects higher condensate output to reduce oil imports. The announcement comes as Indonesia faces rising global energy prices following conflict in the Middle East.

Recent diplomatic efforts by President Prabowo Subianto included meetings with Russia and France to secure oil supply and advance renewable energy cooperation, reflecting Indonesia’s broader push for energy security and self-sufficiency.

The Malacca Strait, one of the world’s most vital maritime routes linking the Indian and Pacific Oceans, has reemerged as a focal point of global attention amid geopolitical tensions. The renewed concern follows a US proposal seeking broader permission to operate military aircraft over Indonesian airspace after a recent defense agreement. Indonesia’s foreign ministry confirmed the proposal remains under consideration. Experts warn that such moves could reshape regional stability and influence global trade dynamics.

Researchers note that the Malacca Strait handles nearly one-third of global trade, including 29 percent of seaborne oil and large volumes of liquefied natural gas, electronics, and vehicles. The area also faces persistent threats from piracy and natural disasters. Analysts emphasize that while immediate disruptions to shipping are unlikely, long-term risks could emerge if major powers such as China perceive expanded US presence as a strategic challenge.

The so-called “Malacca Dilemma” underscores China’s heavy reliance on this route for energy imports and trade. Experts suggest that instead of reducing dependence, China is focusing on managing and expanding its influence across the South China Sea and adjacent maritime corridors.

Indonesia’s National Human Rights Commission announced it is investigating the deaths of 12 civilians, including women and children, during a military operation in the restive Papua region. The incident occurred on Tuesday in Kemburu village, Central Papua, where the armed forces conducted what they described as a law enforcement operation against the TPNPB-OPM rebel group. Several others were also reported injured.

Commission chief Anis Hidayah told AFP that there is strong suspicion Indonesian soldiers were responsible. The military has not commented on the matter. Local media cited the army’s Habema Task Force as saying its troops killed four members of the separatist movement in a clash and were separately investigating the fatal shooting of a child in another village.

Komnas HAM, which operates independently within Indonesia’s state structure, stated that civilian casualties in any operation are unacceptable and constitute violations of human rights and international humanitarian law. The commission urged all sides to exercise restraint and called on the military to reconsider its operations against Papuan insurgents.

Indonesia has reached a new agreement with France to enhance cooperation in the defense industry. Jakarta announced that following a meeting between the presidents of both countries in Paris, the two sides decided to expand collaboration in defense technology, equipment procurement, and industrial development.

The meeting between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and French President Emmanuel Macron took place at the Élysée Palace. Discussions covered strategic cooperation, strengthening the defense industry, and energy transition. Indonesia’s official statement emphasized that the partnership aims to boost local defense capabilities and identified France as a key strategic partner in Europe.

The report also noted that Indonesia has been diversifying its international partnerships, recently joining the BRICS economic bloc and maintaining balanced relations with the United States and Russia. Analysts view these moves as part of Indonesia’s broader strategy to reinforce its defense and economic resilience amid global energy and geopolitical challenges.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s North Maluku Sea region early Thursday, according to the US Geological Survey. The quake’s epicenter was located about 127 kilometers west-northwest of Ternate city at a depth of roughly 35 kilometers. Following the tremor, the US tsunami warning system issued alerts for possible waves within 1,000 kilometers of the epicenter, affecting coastal areas of Indonesia, the Philippines, and Malaysia.

Authorities warned that waves between 0.3 and 1 meter above normal tide levels could hit parts of Indonesia’s coast, while smaller waves under 30 centimeters were forecast for Guam, Japan, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, and Taiwan. Japan’s meteorological agency said only minor sea-level changes were expected, and Australia’s weather bureau confirmed no tsunami threat to its mainland or islands.

An AFP journalist in Manado, North Sulawesi, reported that residents rushed outdoors in panic as the shaking lasted for a long time, though no major damage was observed. Indonesia, located on the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” frequently experiences earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

The D-8 summit scheduled to be held in Jakarta, Indonesia, has been postponed due to the ongoing war situation involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. According to Al Jazeera, Iran has been carrying out counterattacks following joint strikes by the US and Israel. Indonesian Foreign Ministry senior official Tri Tharyat confirmed that the summit, originally planned for next month, has been delayed because of the current regional instability. A new date has not yet been set.

The summit was initially scheduled to take place from April 13 to 15 in Jakarta. The D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, established in 1997, aims to enhance economic collaboration among Muslim developing nations spanning Southeast Asia to Africa. Its member countries include Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey, with Azerbaijan joining the group in 2025.

The postponement reflects how the escalating conflict in the Middle East is affecting international diplomatic and economic events, particularly those involving member states of the D-8.

Four people were killed when Indonesia’s largest landfill collapsed on Sunday afternoon, burying a truck and a food stall near Bantar Gebang, about 25 kilometers from Jakarta. At least five others remain missing as rescue teams continue searching the debris using heavy machinery and tracking dogs, according to the national search and rescue agency.

Local media reported that several hours of heavy rain preceded the collapse. The Bantar Gebang landfill, covering more than 110 hectares, holds an estimated 55 million tons of waste from the greater Jakarta area, home to around 42 million people producing roughly 14,000 tons of garbage daily. Environment Minister Hanif Faisal Nurofik blamed local authorities for allowing waste accumulation despite a 2008 ban on open dumping.

President Prabowo Subianto recently stated that most Indonesian landfills are being phased out but warned they will exceed capacity by 2028. The government plans to invest $3.5 billion in 34 waste-to-energy plants within two years to address the growing waste crisis.

Indonesia has announced plans to send 8,000 troops to Gaza, according to a statement signed by Army Chief General Maruli Simanjuntak. The Indonesian military said training for the deployment has already begun, with soldiers set to perform medical and engineering duties. Indonesia is the first country to take concrete steps toward sending forces to Gaza. The exact date of deployment has not yet been finalized, as officials await instructions from President Prabowo Subianto.

The move is linked to a 20-point peace plan proposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, which includes forming an unelected technocratic government to manage Gaza’s administrative affairs and establishing an International Stabilization Force (ISF) to ensure security. Several countries, including Pakistan, Indonesia, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates, have joined the Gaza Board of Peace, which held its first meeting in Washington on January 19.

The Indonesian troops’ participation marks an early step in implementing the broader international framework aimed at stabilizing Gaza following prolonged conflict.

A devastating landslide in Indonesia’s West Java province has killed at least 50 people, with 32 others still missing as of Wednesday, according to local media reports. Rescue teams continue to search for survivors despite adverse weather and difficult terrain. Heavy machinery and tracking devices are being used to locate those trapped under mud and debris.

Authorities reported earlier in the day that 48 people had been confirmed dead and 32 remained missing, citing the state news agency Antara. The disaster has displaced at least 685 residents, who have been moved to safer areas. The landslide struck a village in West Bandung Regency on Saturday, burying numerous homes.

Separately, Indonesia’s Navy Chief of Staff Muhammad Ali said that 23 naval personnel were caught in the landslide during a training exercise in the same area. Four of them have been confirmed dead, while 19 remain missing. Rescue operations are ongoing despite the challenging conditions.

Indonesia’s navy confirmed that 23 marines were killed after being trapped in a landslide in West Java province. The incident occurred early Saturday in Pasir Langu village of Bandung Barat district, about 100 kilometers southeast of Jakarta. Navy spokesperson First Admiral Tunggul said the marines were participating in a training exercise linked to patrol preparations along the Indonesia–Papua New Guinea border when heavy rain triggered the landslide.

According to the National Disaster Mitigation Agency, the death toll from the landslide had risen to 20 by Tuesday afternoon, with 42 people still missing. It was not immediately clear whether the military casualties were included in that figure. Around 800 rescuers, including soldiers and police, along with nine excavators, were deployed to search for the missing. Authorities evacuated 685 residents from the affected village to local government buildings for shelter.

The disaster struck during the peak of the rainy season across Java, which has recently experienced widespread flooding. Two months earlier, floods and landslides on Sumatra island caused about 1,200 deaths and displaced more than one million people.

A deadly landslide struck a residential area in Indonesia’s West Java province early Saturday, killing at least 10 people and leaving 80 missing. Authorities have relaunched search and rescue operations after heavy rainfall triggered the disaster in a mountainous region. The Indonesian Meteorological Agency had earlier warned of a week of intense rain across West Java and nearby areas.

Local resident Dedi Kurniawan from Pasir Langu village, about 100 kilometers southeast of Jakarta, said he had never seen such a large landslide in the area before. Officials told Kompas TV that unstable terrain and continuous rain prevented rescuers from using heavy machinery, slowing down the operation. Flooding has also been reported in several parts of West Java, including Jakarta and surrounding districts, prompting evacuations to higher ground.

The incident comes just two months after floods and landslides on Sumatra island killed at least 1,200 people and displaced over a million. The new disaster has renewed concerns about Indonesia’s disaster management capacity.