Sri Lanka denied US request to land armed fighter jets, says President Dissanayake
Published on: March 20, 2026, 11:56 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Sri Lanka's decision to refuse landing permission for two US fighter jets at Mattala International Airport is a testament to their commitment to neutrality. According to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the nation is focused on navigating the complexities of international relations, particularly amidst the jets' planned cargo of anti-ship missiles.
