Politics Sri Lanka grants one-month free visa to rescued Iranian sailors
The Sri Lankan government has decided to provide one-month free visas to a group of Iranian sailors who were rescued from their vessels. This will allow them…
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Politics Iran attacks breach international law, Swiss Defence Minister says
Swiss Defence Minister Martin Pfister stated in an interview on Sunday that the United States and Israel have violated international law with their attacks on…
Politics Four Sri Lankans injured in ongoing Middle East Conflict
Four Sri Lankans have been injured in the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, according to Arun Hemachandra, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. He…
Politics President pledges to make Sri Lanka the most humane nation in the world
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has shared his goal of making Sri Lanka known worldwide for prioritizing humanity. Speaking at the International Women’s Day…
Politics US affirms respect for Sri Lanka s sovereignty in handling Iranian ship and crew
The spokesperson for the U.S. State Department has affirmed that the United States respects Sri Lanka's authority in managing the situation with the Iranian…
Politics Over 1,300 killed and 100,000 displaced as humanitarian toll mounts
The humanitarian crisis in Iran has reached a serious level as fighting continues, leading to many casualties and widespread displacement. After more than a…
Politics Rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah s RSP sweeps Nepal election, set to form govt
Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, known as "Balen," is poised to lead the next government in Nepal following a significant win in the general election…
Politics US denies IRIS Dena was unarmed , says US forces planned for Sri Lanka s life-saving support to survivors
The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) has denied allegations that the Iranian warship ‘IRIS Dena’, which sank during a submarine strike near Sri Lankan…
Politics Trump tells Britain he does not need its help to win Iran war
On Saturday, President Donald Trump stated that Britain is considering sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East. However, he emphasized that the United…
Politics Iranian assembly to meet within one day to choose new supreme leader
Iran's assembly of experts is set to convene within a day to elect a new supreme leader. This information comes from Ayatollah Mozafari, a member of the…
Politics Trump says Iran will be hit very hard today, threatens to expand targets
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that Iran would face a strong response. He mentioned he might expand the targets and groups under…
Politics India s foreign minister confirms an Iranian naval ship has docked in Kochi
India 's foreign minister announced on Saturday that an Iranian naval ship has arrived at a port in India . This comes after a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian…
Politics No sides taken in Iranian vessel incident, Sri Lanka acting under international law- FM
Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath stated on Saturday that the government is addressing the recent incident involving an Iranian vessel according to…
Politics SJB to move no-confidence motion against Energy Minister
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) plans to introduce a no-confidence motion against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody in Parliament next week. SJB MP Ajith P.…
Politics Iranian president apologizes to Gulf countries over attacks
Iran's president has expressed that the United States' demand for an unconditional surrender is merely a “dream they should take to their grave.” In a…
Politics Sri Lankan Ambassador urges vigilance for nationals in Northern Israel
The Sri Lankan Ambassador to Israel, Nimal Bandara, has emphasized the importance of safety for Sri Lankans in northern Israel due to the ongoing conflict. He…
Politics Pakistani found guilty of Iran-linked plot to kill Trump, US officials
Asif Raza Merchant, a Pakistani national, was found guilty of attempting to hire a hitman to kill a politician or government official in the United States,…
Politics Oil price at two-year high after Qatar warns all Gulf production could stop within days
Oil prices have hit their highest mark in over two years after Qatar’s energy minister indicated that all oil and gas production in the Gulf could halt within…
Politics EU countries joining US, Israel attacks would become Iran s “legitimate target”, Deputy Minister says
Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi stated in an interview with France 24 that European Union countries that support U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran…
Politics US moving thousands of people out of Middle Eastern countries, Trump says
President Donald Trump announced on Friday that the United States is relocating thousands of individuals from different nations in the Middle East due to…
Politics India gave safe harbour to another Iranian ship days before IRIS Dena was sunk – report
Just days prior to the sinking of the Iranian naval ship IRIS Dena off the coast of Sri Lanka due to a US strike, India permitted another Iranian vessel to…
Politics Nepal s rapper-mayor Balendra Shah poised to become prime minister
After a youth-led uprising in Nepal last September claimed 77 lives and led to the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, rapper-turned-politician…
Politics AG urged to consider allowing lawyer to meet Pillayan for pending FR petition
The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka informed the Attorney General today (06) to think about allowing a lawyer to meet with former State Minister Sivanesathurai…
Politics Sri Lanka fallen into a wartime-like situation' – Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala told Parliament today (06) that Sri Lanka is in a situation similar to wartime, which he described as an…