A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s Flores region, killing at least five people and damaging buildings before a tsunami warning was lifted. Officials said outages and communication disruptions were complicating rescue and damage assessments.
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A magnitude-7.7 earthquake off Indonesia’s Flores Island killed at least two people, damaged buildings and prompted a tsunami warning for several coastal areas. Authorities urged residents to move inland or to higher ground as aftershocks followed the quake.
Trump said he would soon declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory, citing an American blockade of the vital waterway. Iran rejected the threat and said the strait remains under its authority as ceasefire talks remain stalled.
The U.K. has temporarily banned disposable barbecue sales and issued a nationwide wildfire alert as drought and heat leave England and Wales at very high risk. Fire chiefs say wildfire numbers have reached record levels and are straining emergency services.
Italian police recovered three paintings by Cézanne, Renoir and Matisse worth more than $10 million after a March heist near Parma. Authorities also reported the recovery in Brazil of eight Matisse illustrations stolen from a São Paulo library.
Tropical Storm Lala is expected to strengthen as it approaches Hawaii, with a hurricane warning in effect for the Big Island. Forecasters warned of up to 25 inches of rain, dangerous surf, storm surge and possible life-threatening flooding and mudslides.
Activists trying to deliver food and water to Palestinian families trapped in Qusra said Israeli forces blocked direct access to the homes. The White House is pressing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to condemn settler violence, Reuters reported.
SIM International said American missionary Kevin Rideout has been released and is in good health in the care of U.S. officials. Rideout was kidnapped Oct. 21 in Niger’s capital, Niamey, and no group claimed responsibility.