Location:  Colombo, Sri Lanka   Event:    Update: The road closures near the Secretariat, Galle Face Green, Shangri-La Residences, and Kollupitiya Junction have been removed.   Actions to Take:    Monitor local media for updates.   For Assistance: ​   U.S. Embassy – Colombo, Sri Lanka +94 77-725-8500 Phone +94 77-725-6307 Phone (after hours) ColomboACS@state.gov   State Department ... Read More»

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka Event: Road closures are currently set up by the Military in several places in Colombo, including near the Secretariat, Galle Falle Green, and Kollupitiya Junction. Actions To Take: Monitor local media for updates.   For Assistance:   U.S. Embassy – Colombo, Sri Lanka +94 77-725-8500 Phone +94 77-725-6307 Phone (after hours) ... Read More»

Location:  Colombo, Sri Lanka   Events:    Student groups have announced plans to protest today (July 19, 2022) from 12:00 PM near Colombo University.  The group may move towards the Parliament complex.  Approximately 1000-1500 participants are expected.   Even peaceful demonstrations can quickly turn confrontational and escalate into violence.  Avoid areas where demonstrations are taking place ... Read More»