14 dead as earthquake jolts Indonesia

Authorities fear death toll likely to increase after 5.6 magnitude earthquake hits Southeast Asian nation

By Riyaz ul Khaliq

ISTANBUL (AA) - At least 14 people were killed, and 17 others injured after a 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit Indonesia on Monday.

Officials at the Indonesian Disaster Agency told a virtual news agency that the death toll is likely to increase.

The strong earthquake hit the Southeast Asian nation at around 1:21 p.m. (0621GMT.)

It was felt in the capital Jakarta and other regions, including Rancaekek, South Tangerang, and Depok, according to the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency.

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