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China calls for immediate stop to military operations in Middle East

China calls for immediate stop to military operations in Middle East

32 Iranians rescued from warship “IRIS Dena” admitted to Karapitiya Hospital

A total of 32 Iranians, rescued from the Iranian warship “IRIS Dena” by the Sri Lanka Navy and brought to Galle, have been admitted to the Karapitiya Hospital.

Iran to hold three-day ‘farewell ceremony’ for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran will hold a three-day “farewell ceremony” for its late leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei starting at 10 p.m. Wednesday (1830 GMT) at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini prayer ground, according to state media. MORE..

Israel says whoever is chosen as Iran’s next supreme leader will be ‘a target for elimination’

Israel’s defense minister on Wednesday threatened whoever Iran picks to be the country’s next supreme leader, saying he will be “a target for elimination.” MORE..

SLTDA takes policy decision to refrain from LGBTQ-focused tourism in Sri Lanka, AG tells court

The Attorney General informed the Court of Appeal today (04) that the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has taken a policy decision to refrain from conducting tourism promotion programs specifically targeting the LGBTIQ community in Sri Lanka. MORE..

US State Department orders non-emergency staff and families in Pakistan’s Lahore and Karachi to leave

The U.S. State Department has ordered non-emergency staff and their families working in the consulates in Lahore and Karachi to leave the country due to safety concerns. MORE..

Around 180 sailors were onboard the distressed Iranian naval ship ‘IRIS Dena’ off Galle- FM

The Iranian naval ship “IRIS Dena”, which was in distress, had about 180 sailors on board.

SriLankan Airlines announces resumption of limited Middle East operations

SriLankan Airlines informs passengers that it is resuming limited operations to the Middle East. MORE..

Iran’s IRGC say they have ‘complete control’ over Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps say they control the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for oil and gas, and any vessels seeking to pass through the waterway risk damage from missiles or stray drones. MORE..

Gold prices in Sri Lanka drop by Rs. 13,000

Gold prices in Sri Lanka have recorded a sharp decline of Rs. 13,000, driven by a downward trend in the global gold market, according to latest market data. MORE..

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US, Israel continue to launch major strikes on Iran; Death toll nearing 800 including 176 children (English)

US, Israel continue to launch major strikes on Iran; Death toll nearing 800 including 176 children (English)

Global conflicts must be resolved swiftly; President assures major fuel, gas shortage unlikely (English)

President should focus on more complex issues, SL must focus on attracting investments –Opposition (English)

Middle East Conflict; Sri Lanka could face a 'Balance of Payment' crisis if war continues –experts (English)

Officials aim to allay fears over fuel shortage; Police warn strict action against hoarders (English)

'Our fuel stocks not sourced from Middle East, no supply issues' - Govt. assures amidst panic buying (English)

Donald Trump says 'likely more' deaths of US troops to come before Iran conflict ends (English)

Middle East war escalates;Sri Lankan missions in the region on standby to support Sri Lankans (English)

'Sarvajana Sabhas' will help everyone out of 'dependent' attitude - Dilith Jayaweera (English)

Committee to be appointed to formulate national medical education policy - PM Harini (English)

Sri Lanka calls for utmost restraint and de-escalation in the Middle East (English)

Qatar's Foreign Ministry strongly condemns Iran's ballistic missile attacks (English)

Four including woman arrested with drugs worth Rs 500M and ammunition cache in police operation (English)

Lanka Coal Company invites tenders for emergency coal procurement (English)

Technology

Amazon cloud unit’s data centers in UAE, Bahrain damaged in drone strikes

Amazon cloud unit’s data centers in UAE, Bahrain damaged in drone strikes

Iran internet blackout continues with no end in sight

Iran internet blackout continues with no end in sight

Poland plans social-media ban for children under 15 – reports

Poland plans social-media ban for children under 15 – reports

WhatsApp Web Down: Users face login issues on Meta-owned desktop platform

WhatsApp Web Down: Users face login issues on Meta-owned desktop platform

Entertainment

Vampire tale ‘Sinners’ wins top Actor Award and sets up Oscars battle

Vampire tale ‘Sinners’ wins top Actor Award and sets up Oscars battle

War photographer Paul Conroy dies as tributes paid

War photographer Paul Conroy dies as tributes paid

Rosé makes history for K-Pop with BRIT Awards 2026 win

Rosé makes history for K-Pop with BRIT Awards 2026 win

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’

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South Africa to take on New Zealand in T20 World Cup semifinal today

South Africa to take on New Zealand in T20 World Cup semifinal today

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Bengaluru to return to Chinnaswamy Stadium for IPL games after safety improvements

Pakistan cricketers fined after failing to reach Twenty20 World Cup semifinals – Report

T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals confirmed after India’s win