Man killed in anti-Muslim riots in Sri Lanka, three weeks after Easter bombings
- 5 years ago
A man has been killed in riots that broke out on May 13, 2019, in Sri Lanka, targeting mosques and Muslim-owned shops. Anti-Muslim attacks have been reported in various locations over the three weeks since the country was rocked by Easter bombings of churches and hotels that killed over 250 people. Religious leaders have appealed to all Sri Lankans to stay calm. Police have arrested more than 20 people and imposed a nationwide curfew following the most recent death blamed on anti-Muslim…