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Archbishop of Colombo His Eminence Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith today said he will be compelled to call for a probe by an international court over the Easter Sunday attacks, if justice is not meted out to victims of the mayhem and their families.
Cardinal Ranjith told a press conference that he is not satisfied with the investigations carried out by some, including the CID.
"I hope I would not have to seek the assistance of any international institutions, but would be compelled to call for such assistance if justice is not meted out to us. Those who were affected by the carnage expect some kind of redress from me. Also I believe that that government would not allow the Easter Sunday issue as another international topic as it has already faced with some international pressure in Geneva" he said.
Also the Archbishop said he would take some action locally as well shortly. "I will announce this move later, as it will be a judicial matter," Cardinal Ranjith said.
He stressed the need for uncovering as to who was behind the attack and action should be taken against those who have ignored prior warnings about the attack.
Further he said he is yet to receive a copy of the Presidential commission report. “I can inform the affected persons about the report, if I get a copy of it,” he said.(Yohan Perera)
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Porta Thursday, 11 February 2021 12:45 PM
Those responsible for Easter Sunday attacks must be brought to justice, no one should play politics with it. However Cardinal should act responsibly not to create another problem among community. It’s a tight rope to walk. Government must act upon recommendation without delay. No politics, ball in on government court !
Mokan Thursday, 11 February 2021 12:46 PM
Cardinal , it’s obvious that the top shots of the current government has something to hide. Now you know why the Tamils wants international intervention
Tuan Thursday, 11 February 2021 12:46 PM
They will not prosecute the politicians and this is srilanka.where they hire killers to carry out cold blooded murders and simply getaway
Christian Thursday, 11 February 2021 01:00 PM
Well said, Cardinal .... international probe badly needed .... go ahead, we are with you....
Mike Revere Thursday, 11 February 2021 01:03 PM
Cardinal, please ask who financed Zahran to bomb churches and hotels. Judicial is a waste of time as bible says perilous lawlessness. 2 Tim.3 Where is Zahran's wife.
Jeeves Thursday, 11 February 2021 01:08 PM
Cardinal Ranjith is right! Coming up to two years after Easter bombing, and are we any closer to knowing the truth?
Rukshan Perera Thursday, 11 February 2021 01:15 PM
Fate... sir Lied you...............
BuffaloaCitizen Thursday, 11 February 2021 03:57 PM
When the northerners were bombed left right and center, you did not whisper Int'l tribunal. Now suddenly you realize when the criminality has come to your own doorstep.
Jude Sarawanamuthu Thursday, 11 February 2021 03:59 PM
How many billions Sirisena received from the Terrorist who were involved in the Easter Attacks?
Kandy Budhist Thursday, 11 February 2021 05:58 PM
Why not? our govt is doing good Job . Wait.
MUNAS Thursday, 11 February 2021 07:06 PM
CARDINAL -- CALL THE SCOTLAND YARD --WE WILL PAY FOR IT. JAYAWEWA
Bernard Thursday, 11 February 2021 07:12 PM
Ths government is averse to international involment on our soil no matter how serious the issue is and the report certainly would have pointed out dereliction of duty on the part of Defence Ministry and the perpetrators would be revealed.
Lankan Thursday, 11 February 2021 08:11 PM
This is a dirty politics nothing else ..
Mark Wijesinghe Friday, 12 February 2021 03:08 AM
He finally got his orders from Appachchi to do this Hmm.
Harris Barry Friday, 12 February 2021 03:29 AM
Cardinal you are well aware who is responsible for this. Why are you still wearing that Robe as it is a disgrace. Call spade a spade or just resign. If you don't know what a spade is i will send you a pack of cards.
Andrew Silva Friday, 12 February 2021 05:18 AM
It is the duty of the government to make available the contents of the report to the people of the land and specially to give a copy to His Emminence The Cardinal.
rss Friday, 12 February 2021 06:09 AM
Sir, Please never expect justice from Sri Lanka's system. Mr.Ranjan spoke about Sri Lankan's system. As a result, he is in prison. It is similar to Iran
Anthony. R Friday, 12 February 2021 09:30 PM
The Cardinal doesn't need the report , he should be well aware of the respondents, just playing his part in the drama,may be? He has let down Catholic Church, for his political favours. Shame.
Geetha Monday, 15 February 2021 03:14 PM
This is the same man who asked everyone to forgive and forget.. now he wants to know all the facts and figures? What happened? Sir is not keeping to his promises with you? You are a political pawn. Everyone knows it. What a shame.
Rohana Tuesday, 16 February 2021 11:03 PM
If the real truth is hidden and the justice was not served for those who responsible. We have no other choice, let's work together for a real change. Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim, Burger and all must unite for this change. The question is whom to trust?
Nandasena Gopallawa Wednesday, 17 February 2021 08:47 PM
Let the UN send in their International Peace Keeping Forces like in Lebanon, etc.
Kapila Wijemuny Saturday, 20 February 2021 04:34 AM
Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith I hope you will take this government to world court for covering up the perpetrators in this report. This has become a crime with no perpetrators. I am a Buddhist, but crime is crime. We know that Quatary government paid 1 million dollars to hide the facts on this report.
AB Saturday, 20 February 2021 10:20 AM
I can't understand,why DM not consider the fact that this carnage happened by a few low IQ fellows, reading anti community ideology, these areas must be discussed openly to avoid future mayhem
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