Indonesia’s Semeru volcano erupts, alert level raised to highest

Turkey will host the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (Cop31) after Australia withdrew its bid to hold the event. Meanwhile, Indonesia's Mount Semeru has erupted, leading to evacuations due to the volcanic activity. The eruption has raised concerns about safety and environmental impacts in the region.

Since 2019, the number of people facing hunger has doubled, with hundreds of millions experiencing food shortages. This alarming trend is attributed to the combined effects of conflict, climate change, and economic crises, which have severely impacted food security worldwide.

Reports indicate that a new 28-point peace plan drafted by the US for Ukraine closely aligns with Russian demands, suggesting that Kyiv may need to cede territory and limit its military capabilities. This development raises concerns about the implications for Ukraine's sovereignty and the ongoing conflict with Russia.

At least 25 people were killed and dozens wounded in overnight Russian missile and drone attacks across western Ukraine. The strikes particularly affected the city of Ternopil, where residential buildings were targeted, resulting in significant casualties. This escalation in violence has raised concerns about the ongoing conflict in the region.

Mount Semeru, Indonesia's highest peak on Java island, has erupted, releasing clouds of hot ash and prompting evacuations of over 300 residents from nearby villages. The eruption, which occurred multiple times from midday to dusk, raised the alert level to the highest due to the intensity of the volcanic activity, with ash clouds reaching up to 7 kilometers down its slopes and a column of hot clouds rising 2 kilometers into the air.

US President Donald Trump announced that his administration is actively seeking a resolution to the ongoing war in Sudan. This statement reflects a commitment to addressing international conflicts and promoting peace in the region.

At least 23 people were killed in Israeli air strikes across Gaza on Wednesday, despite a fragile ceasefire. The strikes have raised concerns about the ongoing violence in the region, which has seen multiple violations of the ceasefire agreement.

Two days after their abduction by armed attackers, 24 Nigerian schoolgirls remain missing. The Nigerian military has intensified its search efforts to locate the girls, who were taken from their homes. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.