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"We have suggested to the bishops to use this moment as an opportunity to express the pain and displeasure of the Catholic community"

The World Bank said it was concerned about the impact of the crisis on Sri Lanka's people but was not ready to give funds

“For their safety and their protection we support the repatriation of our Filipino nationals in Sri Lanka," said Bishop Ruperto Santos

"I join the religious leaders in imploring everyone to refrain from all forms of violence and to initiate a process of dialogue"

The priest said young people, who have become the visible leaders in recent protests, made it clear “that they are of a different generation”

Gotabaya Rajapaksa's emailed resignation would be examined before a formal announcement — expected on Friday — is made

"What we experience today is the first step of change. There is a very long way to go for a real transformation. Let us do it together."

"I renew my appeal for peace and I implore those who have authority not to ignore the cry of the poor and the necessities of the people”

The Church leader said the president and his government “have no moral right to continue office anymore under these circumstances”

The UN reported that four out of five people have started skipping meals as they cannot afford high prices