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US, Lanka join forces for rapid lifesaving response after Cyclone Ditwah
The Island
|December 11, 2025
At the request of the government of Sri Lanka, the US military is working alongside the Sri Lankan Disaster Management Centre and Sri Lankan Armed Forces to provide foreign disaster relief to communities impacted by Cyclone Ditwah, which caused severe flooding, widespread displacement and tragic loss of life.
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US and Lankan troops on a mission to distribute relief aid in Jaffna
The forward presence and rapid response posture of United States Indo-Pacific Command enabled immediate coordination and a swift delivery of assistance to affected regions, underscoring the US commitment to Sri Lanka as a partner and friend during times of crisis.
This story is from the December 11, 2025 edition of The Island.
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