Sri Lanka’s streets are boiling with frustration as protesters occupy the presidential palace, demanding accountability amid the nation’s worst economic crisis in 70 years. 📉 Power outages, empty fuel stations, and skyrocketing prices for essentials like food and medicine have pushed citizens to their breaking point.
🚨 On July 9, thousands stormed government offices in Colombo, chanting for President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe to resign. \"We’re tired of empty promises,\" a protester told CGTN. \"Our kids can’t study without electricity, and families skip meals—this is our reality.\"
💡 Protesters describe the situation as a perfect storm of economic chaos: foreign debt defaults, mismanaged funds, and political gridlock. One young demonstrator emphasized, \"This isn’t just about today—it’s about rebuilding Sri Lanka for tomorrow.\"
🔍 Where does the country go from here? Many demand fresh elections and systemic reforms. As global markets watch closely, Sri Lankans hope their resilience will spark lasting change. 🌱
