https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sri-lanka-rescues-dozens-of-iranian-commercial-sailorsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sri-lanka-rescues-dozens-of-iranian-commercial-sailorshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sri-lanka-rescues-dozens-of-iranian-commercial-sailors#u168060Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:16:11 +0000Sri Lanka has rescued forty Iranian sailors from commercial ships in international waters off its coast following medical emergencies. Foreign ministry spokesman Thushara Rodrigo stated that the operation was carried out after the ministry received a request from the Iranian embassy through diplomatic channels. The sailors, originating from 19 ships, were brought ashore at Galle Harbor, located about 126 kilometers from the commercial capital of Colombo. After receiving necessary medical treatment, the individuals were repatriated and returned to Iran early on Sunday morning.Why it mattersThis