2026-03-04 / Oral Question under Standing Order 27(2): Middle East Conflict and Strait of Hormuz Impact
Hon. Rauff Hakeem, Attorney-at-Law
2026-03-04
Hon. Rauff Hakeem raised a point of order regarding the reported assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, characterising it as a violation of international law. He questioned whether the Sri Lankan Government had issued a formal statement of condemnation or condolences in response to the incident, and requested clarification on the Government's position.
Hon. Speaker, I rise to a point of order.
A leader of a friendly country has been assassinated in violation of international law—the Supreme Leader of Iran. It appears the Government has not yet expressed condemnation or condolences. Please clarify.