Volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau strands Malaysians in Jakarta, flights cancelled

Malaysian travellers are stranded in Jakarta after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau forced Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to suspend operations. The closure disrupted 209 flights and affected 22,798 passengers, including Malaysians who are scrambling to find new flights home. Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air and AirAsia have cancelled or rescheduled services.