A look at developments in the stronghold of Mahinda Rajapaksa’s southern region of Hambantota.

The immediate political crisis is over, but the underlying fire is still smoldering.

The ongoing political crisis takes another twist.

The current crisis is just the latest round of fighting over the powers of the president.

Even as the country's constitutional crisis persists, Mahinda Rajapaksa's base of support may be waning.

The motion may intensify the ongoing constitutional crisis as Rajapaksa's supporters refuse to recognize its legitimacy.

Journalists should not have to fear for their lives in reporting in the interest of the Sri Lankan public.

The island nation’s democracy is in big trouble.

India must not err too far on the side of caution as events play out in Sri Lanka.

How did Sri Lanka find itself in a crisis and how will it affect its foreign policy?

The sacking of Sri Lanka’s prime minister bodes poorly for India and the US, but is a welcome sign for China.

The situation in Sri Lanka is likely to get worse as the president and two claimants to the prime minister's office stand their ground.

The local government vote has national implications.

What are the sources and impact of China's economic leverage over Sri Lanka?

The Diplomat’s Taylor Dibbert speaks with Frances Harrison of the International Truth and Justice Project.  

We've recently seen some troubling remarks from a former Sri Lankan president.