The people of Sri Lanka join with President Ranil Wickremesinghe in extending heartfelt condolences to the families of the bereaved and wish those injured a speedy recovery. Sri Lanka stands in solidarity with the people of Syria at this difficult time.

“I am profoundly distressed to learn of the catastrophic earthquake also causing devastation to life, limb & property in Syria. The people of Sri Lanka join me in extending heartfelt condolences to the families of the bereaved and wish those injured a speedy recovery. Sri Lanka stands in solidarity with the people of Syria at this difficult time.” says President Ranil Wickremesinghe.