The reports of attacks during the Israeli military operation
on boats carrying supplies for Palestinian people in international waters off
the coast of Gaza have caused grave distress to
the Government and the people of Sri Lanka, states the Ministry of
External Affairs.
Sri Lankadeeply regrets the loss of life and injuries resulting from this operation.
Indiscriminate use of force to prevent the carriage of supplies for people
under occupation is condemned.
The Government and the people of Sri Lanka extend their sympathies
to the families of the victims and injured. Sri Lanka calls for expeditious
action to relieve the sufferings of those who are affected by the attacks.
Sri Lankareiterates its conviction that sustainable peace and security in the region is
achievable only through peaceful dialogue.
