The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Indonesia following the tragic 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck its eastern region on Saturday, killing at least 38 people and injuring 13 others.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences to the victims' families, the government, and its people over the tragedy.
الإمارات تتضامن مع إندونيسيا وتُعزّي في ضحايا الزلزال
— MoFA وزارة الخارجية (@mofauae) August 15, 2026
UAE Expresses Solidarity with Indonesia and Conveys Condolences over Victims of Earthquake pic.twitter.com/OLhI79PV8D
Rescue workers have continued efforts to reach areas closest to the epicentre, with Indonesian officials stating that residents remain trapped in several buildings in earthquake-affected areas and there are reports of landslides blocking several roads.

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