The visiting UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein met the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence Eng. Karunasena Hettiarachchi yesterday at the Ministry. The High Commissioner, accompanied by a UN delegation had cordial discussions with the Secretary during the meeting. Secretary Hettiarachchi also presented a memento to the UN High Commissioner.
Ministry officials, Chief of Defence Staff, Commanders of the Army and Air Force and Chief of Staff of the Navy were also present at the occasion.
History often has a way of repeating itself, sometimes by shaping similar personalities that seem destined to converge
The Gaza war started on October 7, 2023, following the Hamas attack on a southern Israeli border town. Some 1200 people died, while Hamas took 250 Israelis as hostages.
On his second death anniversary, we pay our deepest respect and heartfelt tribute to General Lionel Balagalle, an illustrious son of Sri Lanka, a noble soldier, and an exemplary leader whose vision, dedication, and humility have left an indelible mark on the Sri Lanka Army and our nation.
All passengers departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) will be allowed to check-in 4 hours before their scheduled departure time.
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