Cambodia closed its border crossings with Thailand on December 13, 2025, following Bangkok’s rejection of US President Donald Trump’s assertion that a truce was reached amid ongoing deadly fighting. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115954
The Department of Meteorology forecasts light showers in Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva, and Central provinces today, December 14, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115953
A shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island resulted in two fatalities and eight critical injuries on December 13, 2025, according to authorities. The incident has raised concerns at the prestigious Ivy League institution. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115952
The Treasury has disbursed over Rs. 13 billion for disaster relief, according to Finance Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma. This funding aims to assist those impacted by the ongoing disaster situation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115951
Israeli military forces reportedly killed senior Hamas commander Raed Saed in a Gaza airstrike. Saed was considered one of the key planners behind the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel, according to multiple Israeli media sources. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115950
The Somawathiya-Sungavila main road is set to be temporarily closed again, with necessary steps already initiated for the closure. Further details will follow. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115949
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed officials to focus on restoring the livelihoods of communities impacted by the disaster, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing recovery efforts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115948
Deputy Minister of Environment Anton Jayakody inspected the Hakgala Botanical Garden as part of efforts to promptly reopen it after its temporary closure due to damages from Cyclone Ditwah. The garden’s reopening measures are currently underway. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115947
Iran has captured an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, reportedly carrying illegal fuel. The crew consists of 18 members, including individuals from India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115946
The Ministry of Women and Child Affairs has called on the public to avoid sharing information about children affected by the recent disaster to protect their privacy and vulnerability. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115945
