Sri Lanka’s ousted president claims he took 'all possible steps' to avert economic crisis. 🔴 A new president will be chosen next week amid fears there could be even more unrest over the nation's economic situation.
after thousands of protesters stormed his residence in the nation’s capital Colombo. His resignation was accepted by Sri Lanka’s parliament on Friday.
He said: “It is my personal belief that I took all possible steps to address this crisis, including inviting parliamentarians to form an all-party or unity government.” Wickremesinghe, who protesters want gone too, was selected as the ruling party’s candidate for president on Friday, leading to the prospect of further unrest should he be elected.
Protestors blamed the Rajapaksa family and allies for runaway inflation. They are seen at a demonstration in Colombo on Wednesday July 13. Despite the increased security measures there were no signs of protesters.
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