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Former Sri Lankan Security Chiefs to Appeal Death Sentences Over 2019 Easter Bombings

Former Sri Lankan defence secretary and police chief sentenced to death for negligence in the 2019 Easter bombings will appeal their convictions. The attacks killed 279 people across churches and hotels.

By Khairul Anuar · 1 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Myanmar Introduces Death Penalty for Cyber-Scam Operators in Hardline Crackdown

Myanmar's military-controlled parliament has enacted legislation permitting capital punishment for those who coerce workers into cyber-fraud operations, reflecting intensifying regional efforts against sprawling transnational scam syndicates.

By Khairul Anuar · 28 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Former Sri Lankan Security Chiefs to Appeal Death Sentences Over 2019 Easter Bombings

Myanmar Introduces Death Penalty for Cyber-Scam Operators in Hardline Crackdown

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