Sri Lanka remains on edge after the suicide bombing attacks on three churches and four hotels that also wounded about 500 people. The All Ceylon Jamiyathul Ullama, Sri Lanka's main Islamic religious body, urged Muslims to conduct prayers at home in case "there is a need to protect family and properties". Sirisena told reporters on Friday some Sri Lankan youths had been involved with Islamic State since 2013. He said information uncovered so far suggested there were 140 people in Sri Lanka involved in Islamic State activities. Britain warned its nationals on Thursday to avoid Sri Lanka unless it was absolutely necessary.

Source: Dhaka Tribune April 26, 2019 09:56 UTC