Latest news in Indonesia? September 7th, 2026

The dominant news in Indonesia centers on the disruption caused by the eruption of the Mount Anak Krakatau volcano: Al Jazeera

• Airport Closures & Aviation Disruptions: Seven major airports across Western Java and Southern Sumatra remain shut or heavily restricted due to hazardous drifting volcanic ash. Operations at Jakarta’s primary international hub, Soekarno-Hatta, along with Halim Perdanakusuma, have been severely impacted, resulting in the cancellation, diversion, or delay of over 2,300 flights and leaving more than 270,000 travelers stranded. ANTARA News+ 1
• Volcanic Activity: While the intense, 25-hour phase of the eruption that began late last week has eased somewhat, the Geological Agency reports ongoing intermittent ash emissions, small tremors, and high probability of continued activity, with ash plumes reaching up to 15,000 meters into the atmosphere. CP24
• Public Health and Remote Learning: Ashfall across Jakarta, Banten, West Java, and Lampung has led regional authorities to shift schools temporarily to online learning to protect children from inhaling toxic fine silica and sulfur-laden particles. Residents have been urged to wear protective masks outdoors. CP24+ 1
• Government Disaster Response: President Prabowo Subianto convened emergency meetings with disaster mitigation agencies to address the simultaneous challenges of the Krakatau eruption, recovery efforts from recent regional seismic events, and recurring seasonal wildfires. Cloud-seeding operations are being mobilized to induce rainfall and clear the airspace of heavy ash clouds. BusinessWorld+ 1