In a world increasingly defined by the cold calculations of geopolitical conflict, Sri Lanka has emerged as a rare voice of moral clarity. Following the tragic sinking of the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena by a U.S. submarine, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s administration has taken a courageous stand, prioritizing the sanctity of human life and international law over the immense pressure ...

COLOMBO / WASHINGTON — In a dramatic escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth confirmed on March 2 that an American submarine utilized a heavyweight torpedo to sink the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean. The Pentagon has described the vessel as a “prize ship,” noting that this marks the first time ...

SYDNEY – Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has signaled a complex shift in Canada’s foreign policy, offering “regretful” support for military action in Iran while simultaneously spearheading a massive diplomatic and economic reset with India. Speaking from Sydney during the second leg of his Indo-Pacific tour, Carney addressed the escalating conflict in the Middle East following weekend strikes by the ...

In a historic visit that underscores the nation’s remarkable journey from crisis to recovery, Dr. Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), arrived at the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) on February 17, 2026. This high-profile visit serves as a powerful validation of the Sri Lankan government’s fiscal discipline and the Central Bank’s strategic foresight. ...