Sri Lanka: Protesters and police clash in Colombo, Feb. 26

Event

Protesters and police clashed at the Ibbanwala Junction in Colombo on Feb. 26. Officials fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse a gathering by the opposition coalition National People's Power (NPP), also known as Jathika Jana Balawegaya. There have been no immediate reports of casualties.

Heightened security is likely near the impacted site in the coming hours. Localized road travel disruptions are likely in the area until protests subside. Further confrontations are possible.

Advice

Avoid all protests. Exercise caution in the impacted area. Plan for road travel delays.