Protest demands resignation of Sri Lanka Cricket Board

A protest was held outside the headquarters of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) yesterday (28), with demonstrators demanding the resignation of the cricket board over the national team’s continued string of poor performances.

UAE condemns Iran’s missile attacks, calls for diplomatic solutions

The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has strongly condemned what it described as blatant Iranian missile attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates and several brotherly nations in the region, calling the actions a flagrant violation of national sovereignty and international law.

Kyiv says Russia accepted US plan for Ukraine security guarantees

Russia said at recent talks in Geneva it would accept the U.S. proposal for Ukraine’s post-war security guarantees, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s chief of staff said on Saturday.

Protests erupt in Jammu and Kashmir over killing of Iran Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei

Protests broke out across parts of Jammu and Kashmir after Iran confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Iranian state media reported that the Ayatollah died in the early hours of Saturday during the joint military strikes carried out by Israel and the United States.

No fuel shortages; stocks secured until May, says CPC

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) said that there will be no delays in receiving fuel stocks ordered up to April and May, assuring the public that supplies remain stable despite tensions in the Middle East.

Over 50 flights cancelled at BIA amid Middle East conflict

A total of 54 flights scheduled to arrive and depart from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) have been cancelled due to the ongoing war situation in the Middle East, the Airport Officer-in-Charge said.

Etihad Airways suspends Abu Dhabi departures amid Middle East tensions

In an unprecedented disruption to air travel linked to escalating US–Israel military strikes on Iran, Etihad Airways has announced the temporary suspension of all departures from Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport until 2:00 p.m. UAE time on Sunday, March 01, 2026.

SriLankan Airlines cancels all Middle East flights amid ongoing tensions

SriLankan Airlines announced that all flights to destinations in the Middle East have been cancelled today due to the prevailing situation in the region.

Dubai airport, iconic Burj Al Arab hotel damaged in Iranian missile strikes

Dubai’s international airport and its landmark Burj Al Arab hotel sustained damage as overnight Iranian retaliatory attacks spread across the Gulf states and the wider Middle East, reaching beyond U.S. bases and interests.

Iran president, 2 officials to lead transition after Khamenei’s death: state TV

Iranian state media reported on Sunday that a temporary leadership council will oversee the country’s transitional phase following the assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in accordance with constitutional provisions governing succession.

What we know so far: Supreme Leader Khamenei killed, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes

Iran’s state media has confirmed that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has been killed, after attacks across Iran by Israel and the US, which began on Saturday morning local time.

Assembly of experts to decide successor to Iran’s Supreme Leader

The process of selecting a successor to Iran’s Supreme Leader rests solely with the country’s powerful constitutional body known as the Assembly of Experts, according to Iran’s Constitution.

Sri Lanka’s Jayasuriya to step down, Contract runs till June

Sanath Jayasuriya has decided to step down as Sri Lanka’s men’s head coach following the team’s narrow defeat to Pakistan that ended their T20 World Cup campaign.

Iran says US and Israel strikes hit school killing 108

At least 108 people have died in an explosion at a school in southern Iran, according to a local prosecutor.

Stay vigilant: Sri Lankan government warns one million expats in the Middle East

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism said that it is closely monitoring the prevailing security situation in the Middle East, stressing that the safety and well-being of nearly one million Sri Lankan nationals living and working in the region remain the government’s highest priority.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed, state media says

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed, state media confirms.

UAE intercepts 137 ballistic missiles and 209 drones in Iranian attack

The UAE’s air defence systems intercepted and destroyed 137 ballistic missiles and 209 drones launched towards the country since the start of the Iranian attack, the Ministry of Defence said.

Daughter and grandchild of Iran’s Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strikes, state media says

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s daughter, grandchild, daughter-in-law and son-in-law were killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes

Trump claims Iran’s Supreme Leader killed in joint US Israeli strikes

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been killed in a joint American and Israeli strike, according to US president Donald Trump.

Sri Lanka knock Pakistan out as New Zealand reach semi-finals

New Zealand have qualified for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semi-finals after Sri Lanka denied Pakistan the massive victory margin they needed in their Super Eights clash in Kandy on Saturday.

Sri Lanka grants free 7-day visa extension for stranded foreing passengers

The Department of Immigration and Emigration has announced a special concession for foreign nationals stranded in Sri Lanka following the cancellation of Middle East–bound flights effective from February 28, 2026.

Iran defence minister, Guards commander killed in Israeli attacks; Reuters

Iran’s Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and Revolutionary Guards commander Mohammed Pakpour are believed to have been killed in Israeli attacks, two sources familiar with Israel’s military operations and one regional source said.

Full list of Middle East cities where explosions were heard amid US-Iran conflict

Tensions have soared in the Middle East as the US-Israel alliance conducted a joint strike against Iran in a bid to topple its regime. However, what began as an Israeli ’pre-emptive military strike’ against Iran, escalated into proxy attacks on US bases in the Middle East by Iran and on pro-Iranian militant groups in the region by the US and Israel.

Iranian missiles shake Gulf cities after US, Israeli strikes on Iran

Iran fired missiles at several Arab Gulf cities on Saturday, causing waves of blasts, shaking windows and sending people rushing for cover in rare and potentially far-reaching attacks on a region that prides itself on its security.

CPC revises fuel prices effective from tonight

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) announced revisions to fuel prices, effective from midnight today (28), based on the monthly price formula.

Ministry issues advisory for Sri Lankans in Middle East

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism has issued a special announcement regarding Sri Lankans residing in countries affected by the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Iran defence minister, Guards commander killed in Israeli attacks, three sources say

Iran’s Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and Revolutionary Guards commander Mohammed Pakpour are believed to have been killed in Israeli attacks, two sources familiar with Israel’s military operations and one regional source said.

Sri Lanka Embassy in Abu Dhabi issues advisory to Sri Lankan nationals

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi has issued a notice advising Sri Lankan nationals in the United Arab Emirates to exercise caution in light of the current situation in the Middle East.

Sri Lanka calls for utmost restraint and immediate de-escalation in the Middle East

The Sri Lanka Government has expressed deep concern over the rapid escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, warning that the situation poses a serious threat to regional stability and international peace and security.

Namal urges preparedness amid rising global tensions

Former Minister and MP Namal Rajapaksa has called on the government to remain vigilant and prepared in the face of escalating global tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.