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Presidential Message on Ramadan, 2019

May 5, 2019 I send my warmest greetings to all Muslims observing the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan commemorates when the sacred Quran was revealed to Muhammad. At the spotting of the crescent moon, Muslim families and communities will honor this revelation by beginning a month of inward reflection, spiritual renewal, and prayer. During Ramadan, ...

By U.S. Embassy Colombo | 8 May, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases

Statement by Secretary Pompeo on the Occasion of Ramadan

May 5, 2019 On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, I extend best wishes to Muslim communities at home and abroad for a blessed Ramadan. For many Muslims, this month is an occasion to focus on spiritual rejuvenation, kindness and resilience, compassion for those less fortunate, and harmony across diverse communities. In the United ...

By U.S. Embassy Colombo | 8 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Cooperation to Enhance Safety in Sri Lanka

Embassy of the United States of America Colombo PRESS RELEASE Public Affairs Section Tel: +94 (1) 249-8100 Fax: +94 (1) 244-9070 Email: VanHornNT@state.gov ● https://lk.usembassy.gov The United States Government continues to assist Sri Lankan authorities in the aftermath of the horrific attacks that occurred in the country on Easter Sunday. At the request of the Sri Lankan ...

By U.S. Embassy Colombo | 27 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert, News | Tags: Terrorist Attacks in Sri Lanka

United States Provides Support to Sri Lanka in Wake of Attacks

Embassy of the United States of America Colombo PRESS RELEASE Public Affairs Section Tel: +94 (1) 249-8100 Fax: +94 (1) 244-9070 Email: VanHornNT@state.gov ● https://lk.usembassy.gov Release No. 20190427 United States Provides Support to Sri Lanka in Wake of Attacks April 27, Colombo: Following the tragic Easter Sunday attacks, President Trump immediately extended an offer of comprehensive support to Sri ...

By U.S. Embassy Colombo | 27 April, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Terrorist Attacks in Sri Lanka

Travel Advisory: Sri Lanka – Level 3 – Reconsider Travel

Reconsider travel to Sri Lanka due to terrorism. On April 26, 2019, the Department of State ordered the departure of all school-age family members of U.S. government employees in Kindergarten through 12th grade. The Department also authorized the voluntary departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and family members. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Sri ...

By U.S. Embassy Colombo | 27 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Terrorist Attacks in Sri Lanka

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