Regarded as the voice of Iran in the hostile Western media, Professor Syed Mohammad Marandi, who was a member of President EbrahimRaisi’s delegation to Sri Lanka, says West Asia will not see peace unless and until Israel abandons its policies of racial hierarchy, ethnic supremacism, and apartheid. In a wide-ranging interview with the Sunday Times journalist Ameen Izzadeen, Prof. Marandi, an expert in Orientalism, says the United States’ international clout is on the decline and any more sanctions on Iran will have little or no impact on the Islamic Republic. He also says Iran’s nuclear assets are well insulated against any external attacks. Exclusive interview:
Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte passed away today while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Colombo, his family said. He was 57. Recently, he was admitted to hospital following an illness.
Among the top news stories reported today were the passing away of former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte, questioning of NPP Leader Wimal Weerawansa by the CID over the remarks he made about the Easter Sunday attack investigations and a protest march held in Borella calling an end to Israel’s continued bombardment of Gaza.
Two persons reportedly involved in the murder of a resident in Peradeniya following a dispute over a chocolate worth 10 cents has been remanded by the Magistrate when Peradeniya Police produced them in court.
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