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Regional Tensions: US–Israel Strikes On Iran Affect Sri Lanka
People wait in line at an LPS station in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on March 18, 2026. As of March 22, the cost of regular petrol in Sri Lanka has increased by 81 rupees to reach 398 rupees per litre (USD 1.27), while diesel prices have risen by 79 rupees to 382 rupees per litre (USD 1.22). This represents a 25% increase in a single revision. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has implemented a four-day working week and encouraged companies to adopt work-from-home practices. (Photo by Akila Jayawardena/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #13491158 |
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| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Akila Jayawardena/NurPhoto |
| Category | Unrest, Conflicts and War |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Akila Jayawardena/NurPhoto |
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