Protesters rode from the Palestinian Embassy in Sri Lanka to Independence Square today, chanting “Free, Free Palestine” in a show of solidarity against Israel’s military offensive in Gaza.
The peaceful demonstration called for an immediate end to the ongoing war, and urged the international community to intervene.
Deputy Speaker of Parliament Rizvie Salih joined the demonstration, condemning the humanitarian crisis and expressing support for the Palestinian people.
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A Thai woman walking topless in Arugam Bay town has been arrested by the Police.
The UK government has unveiled a package of reforms to simplify imports from developing countries which allows for more garments manufactured in Sri Lanka to enter the UK tariff-free.
The Cabinet has approved a proposal for Sri Lankans overseas to apply for their passports through an online system via the Lankan diplomatic missions.
Ajith Gallage, the owner of a Bird Park in Nagarawawa, Hambantota, has been remanded over allegations of concealing illegally imported motorcycles, in a warehouse owned by him.
A passenger attempting to smuggle the largest quantity of gold of 35 kilo grams was arrested by the Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) today, a senior official said.
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