Sri Lanka says no immediate plan to help Iranian ships near its waters with depleting food, fuel

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What happened

Foreign Ministry Spokesman Thushara Rodrigo said Sri Lanka will put its national interest first before considering any help…

Key facts

  • Foreign Ministry Spokesman Thushara Rodrigo said Sri Lanka will put its national interest first before considering any help…
  • Reported by The Hindu and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:44:16 UTC.

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