Iran says Strait of Hormuz closed, warns it will attack ships trying to pass
A commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said Monday that the Strait of Hormuz has been closed and warned that any vessel attempting to pass could be targeted, Iranian media reported. MORE..
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- SL Embassy in Lebanon provides temporary accommodation to Sri Lankans
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- Putin warns of regional conflict in calls with gulf leaders
- UAE intercepted 9 ballistic missiles, 6 cruise missiles and 148 drones today
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Fire at US embassy complex in Riyadh after blast heard, sources say
A loud blast was heard and flames were seen at the U.S. embassy in Riyadh early on Tuesday morning, three people familiar with the matter said, with one person saying the fire was minor. MORE..
Trump says Iran operations likely to last 4 to 5 weeks, but prepared ‘to go far longer’
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he had ordered the attack on Iran to thwart Tehran’s nuclear development and a ballistic missile program that he said was growing rapidly. MORE..
UAE intercepted 9 ballistic missiles, 6 cruise missiles and 148 drones today
Nine ballistic missiles, six cruise missiles and 148 drones were successfully intercepted by the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) air defences, according to its Ministry of Defence (MoD). MORE..
Putin warns of regional conflict in calls with gulf leaders
Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Monday with four key leaders of Persian Gulf states, warning of the danger that the US and Israeli attacks on Iran could escalate into a regional conflict. MORE..
Qatar halts LNG production as Iran strikes energy sites
QatarEnergy has ceased the production of LNG and related products due to a military offensive on its operational facilities in Ras Laffan Industrial City and Mesaieed Industrial City. MORE..
SL Embassy in Lebanon provides temporary accommodation to Sri Lankans
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Lebanon has taken steps to provide shelter to Sri Lankan seeking support amidst heavy airstrikes by Israel in Southern Beirut. MORE..
Sri Lankan national in Israel injured in airstrikes
A Sri Lankan national working in Israel has sustained minor injuries in airstrikes, Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Israel Nimal Bandara has confirmed. MORE..
“Big wave” is yet to come in war with Iran: Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump told CNN in a nine-minute phone interview Monday morning that the US military is “knocking the crap” out of Iran — but that the “big wave” is yet to come. MORE..
Wife of late supreme leader has been killed: Iran state TV
Iran state TV Channel Two has confirmed that Mansoureh Khojaste Bagherzadeh, wife of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, has also been killed “at home”. MORE..
Limited number of flights to resume from Dubai this evening
Dubai Airports say “a limited resumption” of flights will begin this evening, with a “small number of flights” from Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC). MORE..
Chinese FM calls for immediate stop of military operations in Middle East
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday that the urgent priority concerning the current situation in the Middle East is to immediately halt military operations and prevent the conflict from further spilling over. MORE..
Immigration Dept. issues notice on visa extension for stranded foreign nationals
Visa extensions will be granted for 14 days for foreign nationals who are unable to depart Sri Lanka due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Department of Immigration and Emigration has announced. MORE..
We didn’t start this war but we are finishing it: US Defense Secretary
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said today that the US strikes on Iran is not meant to be “regime change,” while he acknowledged that the leadership in the country has changed. MORE..
Ex-President Mahinda urges swift end to Middle East conflict
The military conflict in the Middle East must be brought to an end as soon as possible, former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has stated. MORE..
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Ambassador assures safety of Sri Lankans in Kuwait amid regional tensions
The Sri Lankan Ambassador to Kuwait, Lakshitha Ratnayake has reassured that Sri Lankans residing in Kuwait are being closely monitored and are safe following recent regional tensions. MORE..
Trump says Iran operations likely to last 4 to 5 weeks, but prepared ‘to go far longer’
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he had ordered the attack on Iran to thwart Tehran’s nuclear development and a ballistic missile program that he said was growing rapidly. MORE..
UAE intercepted 9 ballistic missiles, 6 cruise missiles and 148 drones today
Nine ballistic missiles, six cruise missiles and 148 drones were successfully intercepted by the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) air defences, according to its Ministry of Defence (MoD). MORE..
Putin warns of regional conflict in calls with gulf leaders
Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Monday with four key leaders of Persian Gulf states, warning of the danger that the US and Israeli attacks on Iran could escalate into a regional conflict. MORE..
Qatar halts LNG production as Iran strikes energy sites
QatarEnergy has ceased the production of LNG and related products due to a military offensive on its operational facilities in Ras Laffan Industrial City and Mesaieed Industrial City. MORE..
SL Embassy in Lebanon provides temporary accommodation to Sri Lankans
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Lebanon has taken steps to provide shelter to Sri Lankan seeking support amidst heavy airstrikes by Israel in Southern Beirut. MORE..
Sri Lankan national in Israel injured in airstrikes
A Sri Lankan national working in Israel has sustained minor injuries in airstrikes, Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Israel Nimal Bandara has confirmed. MORE..
“Big wave” is yet to come in war with Iran: Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump told CNN in a nine-minute phone interview Monday morning that the US military is “knocking the crap” out of Iran — but that the “big wave” is yet to come. MORE..
Wife of late supreme leader has been killed: Iran state TV
Iran state TV Channel Two has confirmed that Mansoureh Khojaste Bagherzadeh, wife of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, has also been killed “at home”. MORE..
Limited number of flights to resume from Dubai this evening
Dubai Airports say “a limited resumption” of flights will begin this evening, with a “small number of flights” from Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC). MORE..
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Iran internet blackout continues with no end in sight
For more than 36 hours, internet access has been largely blocked in Iran after US and Israeli strikes on the country, according to internet monitoring organisations. MORE..
Poland plans social-media ban for children under 15 – reports
Poland plans social-media ban for children under 15 – reports
Poland plans to introduce new legislation to ban social media for children under 15 years of age and will hold platforms responsible for age verification, Education Minister Barbara Nowacka told Bloomberg News in an interview published on Friday. MORE..
WhatsApp Web Down: Users face login issues on Meta-owned desktop platform
WhatsApp Web Down: Users face login issues on Meta-owned desktop platform
Several WhatsApp Web users have reported difficulties logging into their accounts, with the issue appearing to affect primarily iPhone users. MORE..
Instagram to alert parents on teen suicide searches as UK weighs social media ban
Instagram to alert parents on teen suicide searches as UK weighs social media ban
Instagram said it would notify parents if their teenager repeatedly searches for terms related to suicide or self-harm within a short period, as pressure grows for governments to follow Australia’s ban on the use of social media for under 16s. MORE..
Entertainment
Vampire tale ‘Sinners’ wins top Actor Award and sets up Oscars battle
Supernatural thriller ‘‘Sinners’‘ claimed the Actor Award for best movie cast on Sunday, a victory that sets up a face-off with ‘‘One Battle After Another’‘ for the prestigious Best Picture prize at the upcoming Oscars. MORE..
War photographer Paul Conroy dies as tributes paid
War photographer Paul Conroy dies as tributes paid
Tributes have been paid to the war photographer Paul Conroy who has died at the age of 61. MORE..
Rosé makes history for K-Pop with BRIT Awards 2026 win
Rosé makes history for K-Pop with BRIT Awards 2026 win
Rosé winning Best International Song at the BRIT Awards 2026 marks a landmark moment for Korean musicians overseas as the BLACKPINK star is the first K-pop artist to take home a win at the U.K.’s biggest night for music. MORE.
Bruno Mars returns after nearly a decade with fourth solo album ‘The Romantic’
Bruno Mars returns after nearly a decade with fourth solo album ‘The Romantic’
Pop superstar Bruno Mars ended a nearly 10-year solo hiatus with the release of his fourth studio album, ‘The Romantic.’ MORE..
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Sports
T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals confirmed after India’s win
India secured their spot in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals with their win over the West Indies in the final Super 8 fixture. MORE..
Ananda-Nalanda ‘Battle of the Maroons’ ends in a draw
The 96th Battle of the Maroons between Ananda College and Nalanda College ended in a draw at the SSC Grounds. MORE..
T20 World Cup: South Africa beat Zimbabwe by 5 wickets to extend unbeaten run
South Africa produced an unconvincing performance with the bat but beat Zimbabwe by five wickets to set up a semi-final against New Zealand. MORE..
T20 World Cup: India opt to field first against West Indies in Kolkata
Defending champions Team India won the toss and decided to field against the two-time champions West Indies in a do-or-die Super eight fixture in the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on Sunday. MORE..
“I’m very sad as a coach that we’re not in the semi-finals”: Sanath Jayasuriya
Sri Lanka coach Sanath Jayasuriya has apologised to Sri Lanka fans for the team’s woeful showing in the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup. Sri Lanka were the only team in their group to finish winless, having also lost to Zimbabwe in the group stage. MORE..
