The navy of Iran s Revolutionary Guard Corps said it extended the closure to the corridor it had earlier designated for the safe passage of vessels through the strategic waterway and declared the strait fully closed until the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports and ships is lifted. MORE..
19 Apr 2026 (8:32 AM)
President Donald Trump has strongly defended Israel in a recent post on Truth Social, calling the country a great ally and praising its strength and resilience during times of conflict. MORE..
19 Apr 2026 (11:21 AM)
A mother and her teenage daughter have been killed in a suspected arson attack at a two-storey residence in Maharagama, police said. MORE..
19 Apr 2026 (12:26 PM)
Former Vice-President Kamala Harris says Donald Trump has been pulled into war with Iran by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. MORE..
19 Apr 2026 (12:28 PM)
India on Saturday summoned Iran s ambassador in New Delhi after two Indian vessels were forced to reverse course in the Strait of Hormuz following reports of gunfire from Iran s Revolutionary Guard. MORE..
18 Apr 2026 (11:26 PM)
Atmospheric conditions will be favorable for afternoon thundershowers in most parts of the island from tomorrow (20), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
19 Apr 2026 (8:00 AM)