Politics · Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Political Tensions Rise as Rishad Bathiudeen Criticizes Sajith's Direction, UNP Calls for Gnanasara Thero's Pardon, and Pathali Champika Denies Coal Import Allegations
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Former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen criticizes the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) for deviating from their political alliance's principles. The United National Party (UNP) calls for a presidential pardon for Venerable Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thero, who has been in prison for over 10 months. Former Energy Minister Pathali Champika denies any wrongdoing in the coal import controversy, stating that the blame lies with the ship owners.