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Sri Lanka’s president will step down following massive protests

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Sri Lanka’s President Gotabaya Rajapaksa plans to step down, bowing to intense pressure after a violent day of protests in Colombo

The announcement comes amid anti-government protests over a dire economic crisis on the Indian Ocean island of 22 million people.

But unusually, there’s no immediate word from the president himself.

Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena says in a video statement that Rajapaksa had informed him that he would step down from his post this coming Wednesday.

“The decision to step down on 13 July was taken to ensure a peaceful handover of power.”

Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena

“I therefore request the public to respect the law and maintain peace,” he said.

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is also willing to resign to make way for an all-party government.

But it’s not clear whether this will be enough to quell the anger on the streets.

The government hasn’t yet explained how the transition of power will take place either.

Presidential Office overrun

Throughout the day, soldiers and police tried by failed to hold back a crowd of chanting protesters demanding Rajapaksa’s resignation.

Police fired shots in the air but were unable to stop the crowd from surrounding the presidential residence.

Neither Rajapaksa nor Wickremesinghe were in their residences when the buildings were attacked.

A Facebook livestream showed hundreds of protesters inside the Presidential compound, some draped in the national flag.

Video footage showed some of them splashing in the swimming pool, while others sat on a four-poster bed and sofas. Some could be seen emptying out a chest of drawers in images that were widely circulated on social media.

Rajapaksa had left on Friday as a safety precaution ahead of the planned weekend demonstration, two defence ministry sources said. Reuters could not immediately confirm his whereabouts.

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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Electric vehicles transform last mile delivery market

Australia’s last-mile delivery is rapidly adopting electric vehicles, fueled by green initiatives and insights from expert Joe Sofra.

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Australia’s last-mile delivery is rapidly adopting electric vehicles, fueled by green initiatives and insights from expert Joe Sofra.


The shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) for last mile delivery is accelerating globally, with Australia expected to see significant growth.

Companies and retailers are increasingly adopting greener solutions, driven by supporting government initiatives.

Joe Sofra from ANC discussed the current state of the last mile EV market.

#ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #LastMileDelivery #Innovation #Australia


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Trump gives Hamas ultimatum for Gaza peace plan acceptance

Trump gives Hamas deadline to accept Gaza peace plan amid rising pressure from Arab states and ongoing conflict in the region

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Trump gives Hamas deadline to accept Gaza peace plan amid rising pressure from Arab states and ongoing conflict in the region

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– Trump gives Hamas three to four days to accept a U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan, warning of consequences.
– Hamas calls the plan biased and insists on a complete Israeli withdrawal before considering any agreement.
U.S. President Donald Trump has given Hamas three to four days to accept a U.S.-backed peace plan for Gaza, warning of severe consequences if they reject it.The plan, shared by mediators Qatar and Egypt, emerged after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu endorsed it during a visit to the White House. Hamas, which was not part of the talks, is expected to review the proposal that calls for disarmament, a previously rejected demand.

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Trump stated that support for the plan came from both Israeli and Arab leaders, and he emphasised the need for Hamas to respond promptly. The proposal includes a ceasefire, hostage exchanges, an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and disarmament of Hamas, along with a transitional government.

A Hamas source described the plan as biased towards Israel and containing unacceptable conditions.

The group maintains that a complete Israeli withdrawal is a prerequisite for their agreement to any deal, while they are unwilling to disarm.

Pressure Mounts

Hamas faces significant pressure as foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the UAE, Qatar, and Egypt have supported the initiative. Turkey’s intelligence head is also set to join discussions in Doha, marking a new level of mediation.

Despite expressing initial support, Netanyahu is cautious about the plan’s implications for Palestinian statehood and faces pressure from his coalition. Public sentiment in Gaza reflects a desire for peace, albeit with scepticism about the sincerity of both Trump and Netanyahu’s commitments.


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Trump shocks Hollywood with 100% film tariff

Trump proposes a 100% tariff on foreign movies, potentially reshaping Hollywood and affecting international co-productions. #Trump #Hollywood

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Trump proposes a 100% tariff on foreign movies, potentially reshaping Hollywood and affecting international co-productions. #Trump #Hollywood


Donald Trump has rocked Hollywood with a proposal to impose a 100 per cent tariff on all movies made outside the United States.

The move, aimed at reshaping the entertainment industry, could force studios to shift production back home and disrupt international co-productions

#Trump #Hollywood #FilmIndustry #Movies #TradeWar #TickerNews


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