Sri Lanka emergency
Expired Pakistani Aid to Flood-Devastated Sri Lanka Sparks International Outrage as Death Toll Continues to Rise
Dec 02, 2025 10:17 pm CST
Pakistan faces severe criticism after sending expired food and medical supplies to cyclone-ravaged Sri Lanka, where over 330 people have died in floods and landslides. As Sri Lankan officials flag the unusable aid through diplomatic channels, India has responded with extensive relief operations including 53 tons of emergency supplies and specialized rescue teams. The disaster has claimed more than 1,200 lives across South Asia, with thousands still stranded and conditions expected to worsen.
Sri Lanka Declares State of Emergency as Cyclone Ditwah Death Toll Reaches 132 with 176 Missing
Nov 29, 2025 09:38 pm CST
Sri Lanka has declared a national emergency following devastating floods and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah, with 132 confirmed deaths and 176 people missing. The catastrophe has destroyed over 15,000 homes and displaced 78,000 residents into temporary shelters. With one-third of the country lacking electricity and clean water, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has invoked emergency powers and appealed for international assistance as rescue operations continue amid widespread infrastructure damage.