The Sri Lankan government has temporarily blocked social media sites, including Facebook and Instagram, in the wake of coordinated terror attacks that have killed at least 140 people
in the cities of Colombo, Negombo and Batticaloa on Sunday morning.
“I wish to show my affectionate closeness to the Christian community, hit while gathered in prayer, and to all the victims of such cruel violence. I entrust to the Lord those who have tragically been lost and I pray for the wounded and all those who suffer because of this dramatic event.” moment of silence for prayer.”four in central Colombo.
Defense Minister Ruwan Wijewardene told press that action will be taken to stop the activity of all extremist groups in the country.
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