Sri Lanka is actively working on the safe evacuation of its citizens from Sudan, Foreign Minister Ali Sabry said on Wednesday (25).
Taking to Twitter, the Minister stated that Sri Lanka has been closely following the situation of Sri Lankans in Sudan.
Stating that the safe evacuation of Sri Lankans from Sudan can be achieved in the next few days, Minister Sabry also extended his gratitude to India for its offer of support in this regard.
At least 400 people have been killed since fighting broke out between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on 15 April.
However, a ceasefire in Sudan so far appears to be holding after taking effect at midnight on Monday (22).
Several countries have already evacuated their citizens and diplomats, while support has also been provided for the safe evacuation of stranded citizens of other nations. (NewsWire)
