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At least three killed by volcano eruption in Indonesia

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At least three killed by volcano eruption in Indonesia

Authorities in Indonesia's Halmahera island are searching for people still missing after a volcano erupted on Friday. Twenty hikers are reported to have been on the volcano when the eruption occurred, despite safety restrictions. Fifteen were able to descend, three are dead. Story by Shirli Sitbon.

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Try again © France 24 01:32 At least three killed by volcano eruption in Indonesia Asia / Pacific Issued on: 08/05/2026 - 16:56 Share Authorities in Indonesia's Halmahera island are searching for people still missing after a volcano erupted on Friday. Twenty hikers are reported to have been on the volcano when the eruption occurred, despite safety restrictions. Fifteen were able to descend, three are dead. Story by Shirli Sitbon.

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