Sri Lankan bishops respond to the fall of the government
by Dushantha Rodrigo, Anglican Ink:
We are deeply concerned at the unfolding events of our country. We seem to be having a President in exile, an acting President on the ground and a Prime Minister under siege. The Parliament appears to be in total disarray unable to reach consensus on how to navigate the present crisis.
We call for Responsible conduct from all those who are wielding powers, the youth who are seeking change and the security forces and police who are expected to maintain the peace to exercise discernment and restraint at this crucial time. The state of emergency should not be used to suppress the fundamental rights of our people or cause harm to peaceful assembly. We call on the people to remain calm in the face of turmoil and resist any attempts to destroy state property.
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