54 injured after explosion at mosque in Jakarta school complex, police say

A devastating explosion rocked a mosque within a school complex in Jakarta, Indonesia, during Friday prayers, leaving 54 individuals injured. The incident occurred in the Kelapa Gading district of North Jakarta, prompting immediate emergency response and police investigation. Authorities, led by city police chief Asep Edi Suheri, are working to determine the cause of the blast, which resulted in injuries ranging from minor to severe, including burns. Local media outlets, including KompasTV and MetroTV, broadcasted scenes of the aftermath, showing a police cordon around the school and ambulances on standby. Despite the explosion, the mosque did not sustain significant structural damage. The incident has raised concerns about safety and security in public spaces, particularly during religious gatherings. Investigations are ongoing, with no immediate clarity on the cause or motive behind the explosion.