Today, on the 18th of October, Anura Dissanayake, Member of Parliament and leader of the National People’s Power (NPP), had an important meeting with Dr. Zuhair M.H. Zeid, the Palestinian Ambassador for Sri Lanka. This meeting took place at the Palestinian Embassy in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and it was also attended by Mr. Vijitha Herath, Member of Parliament and member of the NPP National Executive Committee.
During this significant meeting, the NPP conveyed its deep concern to the Palestinian Ambassador regarding the ongoing conflict in Palestine. The NPP expressed its heartfelt condolences for the devastating loss of innocent lives, particularly women and children, and the hardships faced by many others who are grappling with severe shortages of essential resources like water, electricity, food, and healthcare.
Mr. Anura Dissanayake stressed the urgency of a fair and immediate intervention by the United Nations Organization to address the military conflict in the region. He emphasized the need for the United Nations to promptly implement its position of recognizing both Israel and Palestine as two independent nations.
Mr. Dissanayake, who has been a vocal advocate for a free Palestine for an extended period, affirmed the NPP’s unwavering commitment to the fundamental principle that the people of Palestine should have the opportunity to live in freedom and peace.
This meeting between the NPP leadership and the Palestinian Ambassador underscores the NPP’s dedication to global peace and justice, and its solidarity with the Palestinian people during this challenging time. The NPP remains committed to advocating for a just and equitable resolution to the longstanding conflict in the Middle East and stands firmly in support of the rights and well-being of the Palestinian people.
