21 Sri Lankans deported from UAE over alleged criminal links
A group of 21 Sri Lankan nationals, accused of various crimes in Sri Lanka, were detained by UAE authorities and deported back to Sri Lanka today (May 22). Ada Derana reports they had fled to the UAE prior to deportation. Source: Ada Derana. Published May 23, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=122848