Ceremonies across various parts of Asia have commemorated the 20th anniversary of the devastating tsunami that struck the region in 2004. The events were attended by survivors, families of the victims, and officials, who paid their respects and remembered one of the deadliest natural disasters in recent history. The tsunami, triggered by an undersea earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, claimed over 230,000 lives across 14 countries and caused widespread destruction.
The tsunami on December 26, 2004, was caused by an undersea earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia.
Over 230,000 people were killed in 14 countries, making it one of the deadliest natural disasters in recorded history.
Memorial services and ceremonies were held across Asia to mark the 20th anniversary of the disaster.
Survivors, families of the victims, and officials participated in the commemorative events to pay their respects.
The ceremonies included moments of silence, prayers, and the laying of flowers at memorial sites.
The disaster led to a global outpouring of aid and the establishment of better tsunami warning systems in the region.
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