Colombo: Protests erupted in Sri Lankan streets overnight. Protests intensified in many places. In many places, the poles and the people clashed in the town of Negumo. People surrounded the houses of political leaders. An attempt was made to set fire to the house of former minister Gamini Lokag. Meanwhile, the opposition has made it clear that it will not join the all-party government.
The nationwide curfew announced as part of the crackdown on popular protests continues. The move comes as protests intensify in the capital, Colombo. Strict restrictions are in place in the country, which is reeling under the financial crisis. The military can arrest and detain any suspect.
