Media Statement
Sri Lanka concerned over escalating violence between Palestine and Israel
Sri Lanka remains deeply concerned over escalating violence between Palestine and
Israel.The Foreign Minister has already conveyed to the Ambassador of Palestine to Sri
Lanka three days ago Sri Lanka’s deep concern over the situation and the interest to
protect the rights and the lives of the people of Palestine.
Sri Lanka urges all parties to cease conflict and restore peace and to take steps to
avoid any risk of a threat of instability to the wider region likely to arise from
ongoing developments.
Foreign Ministry
Colombo
17 May 2021