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April 21, 2026
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US forces board ‘Okays’ oil tanker between Sri Lanka and Indonesia
WASHINGTON : : THE US forces have reportedly boarded a sanctioned oil tanker in the Indo-Pacific region some 700km (430 miles) south-east of Sri Lanka, according to the BBC and major news outlets. The Pentagon confirmed US forces boarded a sanctioned tanker overnight “without incident” in efforts to “disrupt illicit networks” supporting Iran. In a...
International
April 21, 2026
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Seven Years On: How Long Must Victims Wait for Justice?
COLOMBO :Seven years after the Easter Sunday attacks, the pain remains as raw as ever.On this seventh commemoration, the Eastern Social Development Foundation (ESDF) stands in solidarity with the victims, survivors, and affected communities across Sri Lanka. We remember those who lost their lives, those who were injured, and the families who continue to endure...
Local
April 21, 2026
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Navigating the Storm: A Strategic Blueprint for Sri Lanka’s Economic Resilience, under current geopolitical situation
FAIZ CASSIM RIYADH :As global geopolitical tensions escalate, particularly with the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, Sri Lanka finds itself at a familiar but perilous crossroads. The echoes of the 2022 crisis are loud, but the lessons learned then must serve as our shield today....
International
April 21, 2026
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Saudi Arabia: A Pillar of Stability in Global Supply Chains and the Economy
AMBASSADOR KHALID AL-KAHTANI COLOMBO ; In a world where crises are accelerating alongside trade, and where geopolitical challenges are intertwined with supply chain disruptions, the smooth flow of goods and energy is no longer merely an economic issue, but has become an integral part of global security and stability. With the gradual shift of the...
Local
April 21, 2026
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Delegation led by Venerable Pannakara Thera from the US including Aloka , arrives for the “Global Walk for Peace in Sri Lanka
COLOMBO :Venerable Pannakara Thero and fellow monks from the United States, arrived to take part in the “Global Walk for Peace in the Island of Peace – Sri Lanka.” Together with Aloka, they were warmly received at The BIA srilanka, marking the beginning of a meaningful journey promoting peace, unity, and mindfulness across the island.
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