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Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa testifies in Lalith-Kugan case
Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appeared before the Colombo Chief Magistrate's Court to give testimony in connection with the 2011 disappearance of activist and journalist Lalith-Kugan.
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The former head of state attended proceedings at the Colombo Chief Magistrate's Court as a witness in the ongoing investigation into Lalith-Kugan's disappearance, which occurred over a decade ago.
The case concerns the circumstances surrounding the vanishing of the journalist and activist, an incident that has remained under judicial scrutiny. Rajapaksa's testimony represents a significant development in the long-standing investigation into the matter.
The disappearance has been the subject of multiple inquiries and legal proceedings over the years. Rajapaksa's court appearance underscores continuing efforts by authorities to establish facts related to the case.
The Chief Magistrate's Court is handling the proceedings as investigations into the matter persist. Further court dates are expected as the case progresses through the judicial system.