Today in Indonesia, survivors and relatives of victims honor the memory of approximately 220,000 people lost to the catastrophic tsunami that struck Indian Ocean countries 20 years ago. Ceremonies began in Banda Aceh with a siren marking the moment a powerful earthquake triggered destructive waves on December 26, 2004. The event resulted in significant casualties across multiple nations, with Indonesia suffering the most. Memorials and prayers are set to continue in the region, paying tribute to those who lost their lives.