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Oil prices jump and shares fall as conflict escalates

Global oil prices have risen as Iran continues to launch strikes across the Middle East in response to ongoing attacks by the US and Israel. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 6:10 pm

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 3:02 pm

Iran ‘will not negotiate with US’: Top Iranian official

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani denied Monday claims that Tehran had sought to restart negotiations with Washington, declaring that Iran will not engage in talks with the US. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 11:50 am

Israel hits Tehran again after killing Khamenei, leadership council takes over

Israel launched a new wave of strikes on Tehran on Sunday and Iran responded with more missile barrages, a day after the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei pitched the Middle East and the global economy into deepening uncertainty. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 7:08 am

Oman-based airline lands at BIA

A flight operated by Oman-based SalamAir landed in Sri Lanka early this morning (02), the Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka, Captain Daminda Rambukwella stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 3:16 pm

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 7:29 pm

Millions in Iran without internet for more than 48 hours

Iran’s internet blackout has now lasted for more than 48 hours, according to cybersecurity watchdog NetBlocks, as the war enters its third day. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 1:54 pm

Iran FM: Oman events not intentional; military units now independent and isolated, acting on prior directives

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said that recent incidents in Oman were not deliberate, stressing that Tehran did not intend to widen the conflict across the Gulf. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 10:57 am

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 8:32 am

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 8:56 am

Israel strikes Beirut’s southern suburbs after Hezbollah attacks

Israel carried out heavy airstrikes on the Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs of Beirut on Monday, after the Iran-backed group launched missiles and drones towards Israel in retaliation for the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 8:15 am

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 8:17 pm

“Stop the war and commence peace talks promptly”: Sajith

Prevailing aggression and conflict in the Middle East is a significant threat to global peace and security, Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 4:39 pm

Sri Lanka grants 2-week visa extension for foreigners stranded due to flight restrictions

Sri Lanka’s Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that, due to flight restrictions caused by the Middle East conflict, the visa validity period for foreigners stranded in the country will be extended by two weeks. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 12:13 pm

Middle East Conflict: No Sri Lankans injured in Iran airstrikes in UAE

No injuries or casualties involving Sri Lankans in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have been reported thus far, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the United Arab Emirates, Arusha Cooray has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 3:49 pm

Funds allocated for provincial school infrastructure; PM urges submission of development requests

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya stated that the necessary financial allocations for the development of infrastructure in provincial schools have been provided to all provinces. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 11:24 am

Externally forced regime change unacceptable: Ex-President Ranil

The concept of externally forced regime change is unacceptable, according to former President Ranil Wickremesinghe. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 4:36 pm

GMOA withdraws from ‘Arogya’ Project, cites lack of transparency and political motives

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has announced that it will withdraw from the “Arogya” project launched by the Ministry of Health with effect from today (02). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 9:08 am

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 6:23 pm

Youth who attended music concert at Colombo Port City found dead

A male body has been discovered while floating in the sea near the Colombo Port City, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 7:40 am

Cabinet spokesman hints at possible extension to state of public emergency

The government is considering extending the nationwide state of public emergency, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated today. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 2:34 pm

Saudi Aramco shuts Ras Tanura refinery after drone strike

Saudi Arabia’s state oil giant Aramco shut its Ras Tanura refinery following a drone strike, an industry source said on Monday, after Tehran launched strikes across the region in response to the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran.

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 2:16 pm

Motorcycle catches fire at Jaffna filling station

A motorcycle caught fire at a filling station near the Maruthanarmadam Junction in Jaffna, while being refueled. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 4:09 pm

Efforts underway to repatriate Sri Lankans stranded at various airports in Middle East: Minister

All flights to and from the Middle East have been suspended until midnight (02) due to the ongoing tensions in the region, the Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation, Anura Karunathilaka has confirmed. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 5:44 pm

QR system for fuel unnecessary, CPC Chairman asserts

The QR system should only be used to limit fuel distribution in the event of a fuel shortage in the country, the Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), D.J. Rajakaruna stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 1:39 pm

At least 31 killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon, as conflict widens

Israeli strikes on Lebanon have killed at least 31 people, authorities said, following rocket fire from Tehran-backed militant group Hezbollah after the killing of Iran’s supreme leader. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 2:50 pm

Police urge students and parents to uphold discipline at inter-school cricket tournaments

Sri Lanka Police have issued an advisory for students, parents, and alumni attending annual inter-school cricket tournaments, emphasizing the importance of discipline, safety, and respect for public order. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 11:54 am

115 flights between Sri Lanka and Middle East cancelled; Cancellations continue today

All flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) to the Middle East scheduled for today (01 March) have also been cancelled due to the ongoing conflict in the region. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 11:25 am

Mainly dry weather expected in most parts of the island

Mainly dry weather will prevail in the most parts of the island, today (02), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 6:31 am

Gulf states say they reserve right to respond to Iranian ‘aggression’

Gulf states vowed to defend themselves against Iranian attacks, including by “responding to the aggression” if need be, after the Gulf Cooperation Council convened via video-link on Sunday to formulate a unified response. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 7:37 am

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 7:11 pm

Kuwait says several US warplanes have crashed in the country today

Kuwait’s Ministry of Defense said “several United States military aircraft crashed” on Monday and that “all crews survived.” MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 1:48 pm

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 11:42 pm

As Israel bombs Tehran, ‘series of blasts’ over Jerusalem

A series of loud blasts were heard above Jerusalem following sirens on Sunday evening, AFP journalists reported, after the Israeli military said it had detected missiles launched from Iran. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 10:38 am

Fourth US service member dies, military says

A fourth U.S. service member has died of injuries sustained in the U.S. operation in Iran, the Central Command said. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 6:03 pm

Three US fighter jets went down in Kuwait due to friendly fire incident: US Central Command

Three US fighter jets went down “due to an apparent friendly fire incident,” US Central Command has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 4:51 pm

Sri Lankan woman held for obtaining Indian passport with forged documents

A 28-year-old Sri Lankan woman was arrested at Chennai International Airport for obtaining an Indian passport with forged documents and attempting to travel abroad. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 7:21 am

Govt launches special programme to safeguard tourists and migrant workers amid Middle East crisis

In view of the unrest that has arisen in the Middle East and the Gulf region, the Government has launched a series of special operations to look into the safety and welfare of foreign tourists currently in Sri Lanka, as well as to ensure the protection and well-being of Sri Lankan migrant workers overseas. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 7:59 am

Suspected drone strike hits British air base in Cyprus

A drone strike hit Britain’s Royal Air Force base of Akrotiri in Cyprus overnight, causing limited damage and no casualties, the island’s president and Britain’s defence ministry said on Monday. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 12:26 pm

UK’s Starmer says US can use British bases for defensive strikes against Iran missiles

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Sunday that his country has accepted a U.S. request to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iranian missiles in storage depots or launchers. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 6:33 am

Trump says combat operations in Iran will continue until all objectives achieved

U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Sunday that combat operations in Iran were continuing and would carry on until all of Washington’s objectives are achieved. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 6:46 am

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 7:54 pm

US, Arab nations slam Tehran’s drone, missiles strikes after US-Israel joint military action on Iran

The United States and six Arab nations on Monday issued a strongly worded statement condemning Iran’s recent missile and drone attacks across West Asia, calling them ‘indiscriminate’, ‘reckless’, and a dangerous escalation that threatens regional stability. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 8:50 am

Over 550 killed in Iran by US-Israeli strikes on 131 cities, Red Crescent says

At least 555 people have been killed in Iran since joint US-Israeli strikes began on Saturday, according to the Red Crescent Society. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 2:59 pm

State of Public Emergency in Sri Lanka extended

The State of Public Emergency in Sri Lanka has been extended.

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 3:22 pm

Iraqi militia claims drone attack targeting US troops in Baghdad

An Iraqi Shiite militia claimed a drone attack Monday targeting U.S. troops at the airport in Iraq’s capital, Baghdad, further widening the retaliation over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 9:17 am

SriLankan Airlines announcement on cancelled flights

SriLankan Airlines has announced that due to the continued closure of airspace in certain parts of the Middle East, the SriLankan Airlines flights scheduled to operate today (02) have been cancelled. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 12:46 pm

UN nuclear watchdog says no sign US-Israeli attacks have hit Iran’s nuclear facilities

The UN nuclear watchdog said there was no indication that Israeli and US strikes on Iran have hit any nuclear facilities. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 4:49 pm

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..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 6:57 pm

Gulf countries and US condemn Iran’s missile and drone attacks

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, the UAE, and the United States have issued a joint statement strongly condemning the indiscriminate missile and drone attacks carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran against sovereign territories in the region, according to the Qatar News Agency (QNA). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 2, 2026 5:35 pm

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