State of emergence imposed in Sri Lanka
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A nationwide state of emergency is being enforced in Sri Lanka to prevent attacks on Muslims. Buddhist mobs set fire to homes and businesses, killing a young Muslim.
The riots followed the death of a Sinhalese truck driver.
The unrest is a repeat of rioting four years ago, and since then, there has been rising tension between communities. But the question is, what will it take to end the current religious friction.? Drive Time spoke to Dr Paikiasothy Saravanamuttu, Executive Director, Centre for Policy Alternatives out in Sri Lanka
The riots followed the death of a Sinhalese truck driver.
The unrest is a repeat of rioting four years ago, and since then, there has been rising tension between communities. But the question is, what will it take to end the current religious friction.? Drive Time spoke to Dr Paikiasothy Saravanamuttu, Executive Director, Centre for Policy Alternatives out in Sri Lanka