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Israeli PM Netanyahu rejects western recognitions of Palestinian State
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that recognitions of a Palestinian state by certain Western nations will not obligate Israel in any way. He emphasized that these recognitions hold no binding effect on Israel’s stance regarding Palestinian statehood. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112893
President meets Australian and Portuguese leaders in New York
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Portuguese leaders during the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. The discussions took place at Sri Lanka’s Permanent Mission to the UN, focusing on bilateral relations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112892
UN chief stresses need to ensure human control of AI over use of force
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasized the necessity of maintaining human oversight over artificial intelligence in military applications, highlighting the importance of human control in the use of force. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112891
Heavy showers above 100mm expected in parts of the island today
Heavy rainfall exceeding 100mm is forecasted for today in parts of the island, particularly in Western, Sabaragamuwa, and North-western provinces, as well as in Galle, Matara, Kandy, and Nuwara-Eliya districts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112889
President Dissanayake addresses UN General Assembly
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is delivering a speech at the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York. The address is part of the General Debate proceedings at this important international gathering. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112886
Five Buddhist monks reported dead in cable car accident at Na Uyana Monastery
Five Buddhist monks have died in a cable car accident at Na Uyana Monastery in Pansiyagama, Kurunegala. The cable car broke from its cable, resulting in the fatalities, according to hospital sources. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112885