Singapore, the Southeast Asian financial hub known for its futuristic skyline, has been blanketed by milky haze as smoke from fires in neighboring Indonesia drifts across the region. The haze has affected Singapore for weeks, with conditions deteriorating in recent days. The pollution has disrupted flights, shut down outdoor sports facilities, and prompted organizers to call off a major running event. Air pollution hit its highest level this year on Friday, reaching "very unhealthy" levels.

Indonesia is currently experiencing one of its worst wildfire seasons in over a decade, with fires continuing to spread, fueled by a strong El Nino phenomenon and the degradation of peatlands. Driven by the monsoon, the thick smoke triggered a severe transboundary haze crisis, sharply deteriorating air quality in neighboring countries. CGTN brings you the latest.