At Least 47 Dead as 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Indonesia

A magnitude-7.7 earthquake hit off eastern Indonesia near the Flores region, killing at least 47 people, according to the National Disaster Management Agency. The quake occurred near Ende in East Nusa Tenggara, with authorities warning of potential tsunami impacts and then lifting the warning after monitoring found no significant sea-level changes. Rescue teams struggled to reach some areas due to landslides and communication disruptions. Officials reported widespread building damage, power outages, and many residents displaced or injured.