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Sri Lanka· ColomboSri Lanka refuses aid to Iranian oil tankers due to US sanctions risk
Sri Lanka has declined to assist 19 Iranian oil tankers stranded near its coast, citing national interests and the risk of secondary U.S. sanctions, despite reports of severe shortages on board.
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First report 14h agoLast update 5h agoSri Lanka is prioritizing its national interests and considering the risk of potential U.S. secondary sanctions, thus not providing immediate aid to the stranded Iranian tankers.
The 19 Iranian oil tankers are facing critical shortages of water, food, and fuel, with Iran's ambassador citing international maritime law for aid.
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