Why Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksas are being investigated for corruption and crimes

A world news story from the U.S., reported by Al Jazeera.

World News · the U.S. · October 14, 2026

From Al Jazeera

Several members and allies of once-powerful dynasty, including the wife of ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa, are under arrest.

Reported by Al Jazeera, October 14, 2026. Read the full story at Al Jazeera →

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