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7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Indonesia

Al Jazeera English Al Jazeera English August 15, 2026 at 2:03 AM

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A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia, damaging buildings and sending residents fleeing to higher ground. Authorities issued a tsunami warning and recorded several aftershocks.

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