Security Israel targets “heart of Tehran” in new wave of strikes
The Israeli Air Force has launched a new series of attacks on Tehran, the capital of Iran, as reported by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). In a statement, the…
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General Oil tanker attacked near coast of Oman
An oil tanker was attacked roughly five nautical miles from the coast of Masandam in Oman, according to the country's maritime security center on Sunday. Four…
Politics Iran s President Masoud Pezeshkian, Judiciary Chief and Guardian Council Jurist to temporarily lead Iran
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, along with the judiciary chief and a Guardian Council jurist, will take on the leadership roles in Iran for a limited time…
Travel All SriLankan Airlines flights to Middle East cancelled today
All flights from Sri Lanka to the Middle East that were set for today (01) have been cancelled, according to SriLankan Airlines. The cancellations come due to…
Politics War in Middle East – Latest
11:42 a.m.: Iran's parliament speaker labels US and Israeli leaders as 'filthy criminals,' threatens retaliation On Sunday, the speaker of Iran's parliament,…
Security Iran launches new wave of strikes against Israel, US bases in Middle East
Iran has begun a new series of missile and drone attacks aimed at U.S. military bases in the Middle East and Israel. According to Iranian state television, the…
General Continuous fuel distribution today and tomorrow- Petroleum Tanker Owners
The Sri Lanka Petroleum Private Tanker Owners’ Association has assured the public that there is enough fuel in stock for the next 37 days, despite the ongoing…
Politics Iran speaker brands US, Israel chiefs filthy criminals, warns of retaliation
Iran's parliament speaker , Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, labeled the leaders of the United States and Israel as "filthy criminals" during a televised speech on…
Business Who is Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran s Supreme Leader who ruled for 36 years?
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader for 36 years, faced severe protests earlier this year. In response, he carried out one of the harshest crackdowns…
Politics Committee to be appointed to formulate national medical education policy – PM Harini
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya announced that a committee will be formed to create a national medical education policy. This decision comes after…
Business Oil and gas majors and traders suspend shipments via Hormuz, sources say
Several tanker operators, oil companies, and trading firms have halted shipments of crude oil, fuel, and liquefied natural gas through the Strait of Hormuz.…
Travel All flights between Sri Lanka and Middle East temporarily suspended until 5 pm
All flights between Sri Lanka and the Middle East are on hold until 5 p.m. today (January 1) due to the closure of airspace in several Middle Eastern…
Crime Daughter and grandchild of Iran s Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strikes, state media says
Iranian state media announced on Sunday that the daughter, grandchild, daughter-in-law, and son-in-law of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran,…
Travel Dubai says drone debris causes fire at Burj Al Arab Hotel
Dubai officials have announced that debris from a drone that was intercepted led to a fire at the famous Burj Al Arab Hotel. This statement was released on…
Politics Iran confirms supreme leader Khamenei is dead after US, Israeli attacks
Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been reported dead following strikes by the United States and Israel, according to Iranian state media.…
Politics Foreign Ministry sets up 24-hour emergency operations centre amid Middle East tensions
Due to the rising tensions in the Middle East, Sri Lanka's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism is keeping a close watch on the…
Travel Sri Lanka offers temporary visa extension amid Middle East–bound flight cancellations
Due to the cancellation of flights to the Middle East starting on 28 February 2026, travelers who cannot leave Sri Lanka before their visa expires may face…
Politics Trump claims Iran s Supreme Leader killed in joint US Israeli strikes, Iran denies reports
US President Donald Trump announced that Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been killed in a coordinated strike by the United States and…
Education US-Israeli airstrike kills 51 students at Iranian school
An airstrike by the US and Israel has resulted in the deaths of at least 51 students at a girls' elementary school in Minab, located near Bandar Abbas in the…
Travel Sri Lankan Embassy in Abu Dhabi issues travel advisory over Middle East tensions
The Sri Lankan Embassy in Abu Dhabi has released a notice for all Sri Lankans living in or visiting the United Arab Emirates. They are advised to be extra…
Politics Israeli strikes reportedly kill senior Iranian leaders, sources say
Israeli attacks are said to have resulted in the deaths of two high-ranking Iranian officials, according to sources that spoke to Reuters. These sources, which…
Politics Sri Lanka calls for utmost restraint and immediate de-escalation in Middle East
The Government of Sri Lanka expressed serious worries today about the quick rise in fighting in the Middle East. This situation threatens both regional…
Business Fuel prices increased
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (Ceypetco) has stated that fuel prices will change starting at midnight today, the 28th. Auto Diesel will now cost Rs. 281 per…
Development Two teens missing after boat capsizes in Lunugamvehera Reservoir
Two teenagers are missing after their boat capsized in the Lunugamvehera Reservoir. Police say the young men, both 18 years old, were fishing when strong…