Sri Lanka Thanks India For Evacuating Its Students From Iran Amid Escalating Tensions

Last Updated:June 21, 2025, 23:33 IST

Sri Lankan Foreign Ministry said that this act of solidarity exemplifies the strong and enduring partnership between both the neighbouring nations.

Smoke rises following an Israeli attack in Tehran, Iran. (IMAGE: REUTERS)

Sri Lanka on Monday thanked the Indian government for evacuating its students from Iran alongside Indian citizens.

Hailing the diplomatic ties between New Delhi and Colombo, the Foreign Ministry of Sri Lanka said, “Sri Lanka extends its sincere gratitude to the Government of India for the timely assistance to evacuate Sri Lankan nationals from Iran alongside Indian citizens."

“This act of solidarity exemplifies the strong and enduring partnership between Sri Lanka and India, and is deeply appreciated by the people of Sri Lanka," it wrote on X.

Location :

Colombo, Sri Lanka

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