Sri Lanka, March 15 -- Sri Lanka is deeply concerned by the rapidly escalating situation in the Middle East and West Asia, which poses a direct threat to the civilian population, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.

Sri Lanka is saddened by the tragic loss of civilian life and condemn any attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure, the Ministry added further. Accordingly, the Foreign Ministry has underscored that the protection of civilians on all sides is a fundamental obligation under international humanitarian law.

The Foreign Ministry stated that, "We stand firm in our commitment to the sanctity of human life and upholding global peace. The government is closely monitoring developments, in view of the grav...