’One shot can take them all out’: Trump says Iran leaders are within reach

US President Donald Trump said Iran’s leaders were all within reach at the funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, claiming ’’One shot [and we can take them all out]’’ but insisting he would not act because Washington still needed someone to negotiate with, as talks between the two sides were paused for a week during the mourning period.Speaking to Axios,

Commonwealth Lawyers’ Association urges Sri Lanka to withdraw proposed judicial retirement age amendment

President of the Commonwealth Lawyers’ Association (CLA), Steven Thiru, has urged the Sri Lankan Government to withdraw its proposed constitutional amendment seeking to extend the retirement age of judges of the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal, warning that the move could seriously undermine judicial independence and public confidence in the justice system.

Trump offers to help end Russia-Ukraine war in Putin call, Kremlin says

US President Donald Trump has offered to help Russian President Vladimir Putin find a solution to the Ukraine war, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov said.

Babar back as captain as Pakistan name upcoming Test squads

Former skipper Babar Azam has been named to return as captain as Pakistan revealed their Test squads for upcoming ICC World Test Championship assignments against the West Indies and England.

Female inmates stage rooftop protest following deadly clash at Negombo Prison

A tense situation unfolded at the Negombo Prison on Sunday (05) as female and male inmates staged separate rooftop protests following a deadly clash between two groups of prisoners that left two inmates dead and dozens injured.

’’I didn’t think a podium would come this early’’: Yevan

’’It’s a pretty crazy feeling, honestly. Walking into the F1 paddock now... it’s just an incredible feeling,’’ said Yevan David after making history with a sensational second-place finish in the FIA Formula 3 Sprint Race at the iconic Silverstone Circuit.

Update: Two prisoners killed, over 25 injured in Negombo Prison violence

Two inmates were killed and more than 25 others injured following a clash between two groups of prisoners at the Negombo Prison on Saturday, hospital sources said.

8 shot, including 4 children, in Coney Island, NYPD says

At least eight people, including four children, were shot during an incident in Brooklyn’s Coney Island late on the Fourth of July, the New York Police Department said.

16 injured in Negombo Prison clash; STF deployed to restore order

At least 16 inmates were injured following a clash between two groups of prisoners at the Negombo Prison, police said.

75 drowning fatalities recorded so far this year

At least 75 people have lost their lives in drowning incidents during the first months of this year.

Missing service weapon of Yatiyantota Traffic OIC recovered from Kelani River

The official service firearm belonging to the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Traffic Branch of the Yatiyantota Police, which had been reported missing, has been recovered from the Kelani River.

Fuel station to be established on Delft Island for first time

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) said that a fuel station will be established on Delft Island for the first time.

Mexico return luxury watches gifted by YouTuber

The American YouTuber, whose real name is Stephen Deleonardis, says he spent $1m (£747,000) on Rolex watches for every Mexico player and member of staff.

Govt has ample funds to fast-track development projects: Minister Bimal Rathnayaka

Minister Bimal Rathnayaka said that the government has ample funds to implement major infrastructure, education and development projects across the country, adding that the next phase of governance will focus on accelerating development in all sectors.

Mahinda Rajapaksa confident Opposition can form new government

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa expressed confidence that a new government could be formed if all opposition parties unite, stating that the opposition is currently in a strong position.

National Commission on Women briefs Prime Minister on operational progress

The Chairperson of the Independent National Commission on Women, Ambassador Grace Asirwatham, together with the Commissioners, met with the Prime Minister to brief her on the progress made in operationalising the Commission.

Three sons of Iran’s slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor

Three sons of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four ‌other family members on Sunday, but Mojtaba, the son who has succeeded him as Iran’s supreme leader, did not make an appearance.

Trump gives campaign-style July 4 speech on National Mall for US 250th anniversary

President Donald Trump marked the 250th anniversary of the United States on Saturday with ​a campaign-style speech that repeated his calls for new voting restrictions, warned that ’’communists’’ could gain ground in the country and cycled through what he touted ‌as his achievements.

Red notice fugitive in Akuregoda double murder extradited from Maldives

A suspect wanted in connection with the Akuregoda double murder and the subject of an International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) Red Notice was arrested upon his arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Katunayake, after being extradited from the Maldives on 4 July 2026.

Army Commander reviews UN Peacekeeping contingent

Government committed to equipping children with modern skills: PM

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said the Government is committed to equipping Sri Lankan children with the knowledge, skills and modern technologies needed to realise their full potential, while fostering creativity and critical thinking through education reforms.

Road access restricted in Riverston, Hatton–Nuwara Eliya road partially blocked: DMC

Road access in parts of the Matale and Nuwara Eliya districts remains affected following recent adverse weather conditions, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

Train services remain suspended on Mannar, upcountry lines: DMC

Train services on sections of the Mannar and Upcountry railway lines remain suspended due to track obstructions caused by adverse weather, the Disaster Management Centre said.

A/L 2025 re-examination results released

The Examinations Department has released the results of the General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) Examination 2025 re-examination today (5).

Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia’s St Petersburg

A major oil terminal in Russia’s second city of St Petersburg in the north-west was struck overnight by Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky has said.

Morocco reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-finals after ending Canada’s historic run

Morocco became the first nation to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after defeating co-hosts Canada 3-0.

Keiko Fujimori declared winner of Peru’s presidential election weeks after vote

Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori has been declared the winner of Peru’s tight presidential election, nearly a month after the vote took place.

Pope urges Europe to do more for migrants while visiting gateway island

The pontiff urged Europe to help new arrivals integrate better and improve conditions in their home countries, during a mass on the island, which receives tens of thousands of migrants a year.

Dengue cases rise due to unplanned construction concerns: Deputy Minister

The number of dengue patients in the country has risen to around 2,300, with the spread largely attributed to unplanned construction activities that create breeding grounds for mosquito larvae, Deputy Health Minister Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni said.

Pakistan Defence Secretary calls on Deputy Minister of Defence

Secretary of the Ministry of Defence of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Lieutenant General (Retd) Muhammad Ali, paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office in Colombo.