Sri Lanka held its first cabinet meeting under newly-elected President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Cabinet was informed about securing a month-long fuel supply.

Sri Lanka crisis: First cabinet meeting under newly-elected President Ranil Wickremesinghe

Sri Lankan army personnel cleared the Galle seafront protest site on Friday and took control of the presidential secretariat. Newly-elected president Ranil Wickremesinghe deployed the army as well as Sri Lankan air force and navy personnel to maintain law and order across the island-nation.

Sri Lanka: Security forces raid Galle face protest site, 8 arrested

Anti-government protesters have returned to the streets of Sri Lanka after parliament elected Ranil Wickremesinghe as the country’s new president in a secret ballot on Wednesday. The protesters are demanding the resignation of Wickremesinghe.

Sri Lankan protesters to continue demanding resignation of President Ranil Wickremesinghe

There seems to be no end to the ongoing political unrest in Sri Lanka. In the latest, the Lankan Police arrested at least eight people following a joint operation carried out early on Friday to remove protestors who were occupying the main entrance to the President’s Office and the surrounding area.

Sri Lankan forces raid protest camp; at least 8 people arrested, dozens injured

Sri Lanka is reeling under its worst economic crisis since independence. The crisis continues to worsen even after President stepped down. Now, SLPP has announced support for Wickremesinghe.

Sri Lanka's economic crisis continues to worsen; protest movement reaches 100 days

Protests have continued in Panama for the second week over the price rise. Protesters blocked key routes across Panama as they reject the government's call for negotiations.

Protests continue in Panama for the second week over the price rise

Thousands of Hungarians on Saturday (July 16), protested against Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government this week since his right-wing Fidesz party enacted legislation dramatically hiking taxes on small businesses. The inflation rate is at its worst level in two decades, the forint is at record lows, and European Union funding is in limbo due to a dispute over democratic principles, posing the hardest challenge nationalist Orban has faced since sweeping into power in 2010. Peter Marki-Zay, the mayor of a small town and Orban’s independent opponent, organised the gathering after his opposition alliance was defeated in parliamentary elections in April, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

A 70-year-old demonstrator said, “I have an acquaintance who only heats with electricity. His monthly power bill has been 30,000 forints ($75) so far, which is not a lot, but from now on he will be paying 153,000.” He further added that the small-scale protests were hard to persuade the administration.&nbsp;

Also read <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-budapest-hungarys-viktor-orban-tells-cpac-conservatives-to-have-own-media-to-retain-power-480836">|&nbsp;In Budapest, Hungary’s Viktor Orban tells CPAC conservatives to have own media to retain power</a>

Despite objections from some business groups and opposition parties, the blockade of a bridge in Budapest on Tuesday, it didn’t prevent the government from approving a resolution from approving to raise the tax rate for hundreds of thousands of small businesses.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hungary-pm-orban-warns-of-era-of-recession-in-europe-479646">Hungary PM Orban warns of "era of recession" in Europe</a>

In response to a spike in power and gas costs brought on by the conflict in Ukraine, Orban’s administration reduced a restriction on utility bills for homes with higher utility usage. This was a reversal of the 59-year-old premier’s measures in recent years.

Inflation rose to 11.7 per cent year-over-year in June, which pushed the central bank into its sharpest rate-tightening cycle since the fall of the communist government, despite the Orban restricting the cost of fuel and other staple items. The forint is also approaching historic lows against the euro despite this, adding to the inflationary pressures.&nbsp;

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Thousands of Hungarians on Saturday (July 16), protested against Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government this week since his right-wing Fidesz party enacted legislation dramatically hiking taxes on small businesses.

Thousands of Hungarians on Saturday (July 16), protested against Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government this week since his right-wing Fidesz party enacted legislation dramatically hiking taxes on small businesses. The inflation rate is at its worst level in two decades, the forint is at record lows, and European Union funding is in limbo due to a dispute over democratic principles, posing the hardest challenge nationalist Orban has faced since sweeping into power in 2010. Peter Marki-Zay, the mayor of a small town and Orban’s independent opponent, organised the gathering after his opposition alliance was defeated in parliamentary elections in April, Reuters reported. A 70-year-old demonstrator said, “I have an acquaintance who only heats with electricity. His monthly power bill has been 30,000 forints ($75) so far, which is not a lot, but from now on he will be paying 153,000.” He further added that the small-scale protests were hard to persuade the administration. Also read | In Budapest, Hungary’s Viktor Orban tells CPAC conservatives to have own media to retain power Despite objections from some business groups and opposition parties, the blockade of a bridge in Budapest on Tuesday, it didn’t prevent the government from approving a resolution from approving to raise the tax rate for hundreds of thousands of small businesses. Also read | Hungary PM Orban warns of "era of recession" in Europe In response to a spike in power and gas costs brought on by the conflict in Ukraine, Orban’s administration reduced a restriction on utility bills for homes with higher utility usage. This was a reversal of the 59-year-old premier’s measures in recent years. Inflation rose to 11.7 per cent year-over-year in June, which pushed the central bank into its sharpest rate-tightening cycle since the fall of the communist government, despite the Orban restricting the cost of fuel and other staple items. The forint is also approaching historic lows against the euro despite this, adding to the inflationary pressures. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Thousands of Hungarians protest against Viktor Orban’s reforms

Sri Lanka's economic crisis continues to worsen; SLPP announces support to Wickremesinghe

There are continuous protests in Hungary over the change in the tax law of the country. The new rule is to be implemented in September. PM Viktor Orban is under intense pressure.

Protests continue in Hungary over the change in tax law

Sri Lanka is in a mess. The President has resigned, the state machinery has crumbled, the political order has collapsed. Where is the country headed? How can the crisis be solved? What lessons should the world take? Palki Sharma Upadhyay explains on #GravitasPlus

Gravitas Plus: Can Sri Lanka fix itself

Sri Lanka is reeling under a severe economic crisis. After weeks of unrest, Gotabaya Rajapaksa has finally stepped down from his post. Now he says he did all he could to avert the Economic crisis.

Sri Lanka economic crisis: Former President Gotabaya says 'Did all I could to avert Economic crisis'

Sri Lanka is reeling under a severe economic crisis. After weeks of unrest, Gotabaya Rajapaksa has finally stepped down from his post. Now, what's next for Sri Lanka? Watch this report.

What's next for Sri Lanka? Lankan parliament to elect a new President

Sri Lanka's PM Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as interim president, after Parliament speaker accepted the resignation of Gotabaya Rajapaksa.

Gotabaya Rajapaksa resigns as Sri Lanka's president

Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa submitted a letter of resignation on July 14, a spokesperson for the parliament speaker said, hours after fleeing to Singapore following mass protests over an economic meltdown.

Sri Lanka: People in Colombo celebrate President Rajapaksa's resignation

Parliament has received letter of resignation from Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. While Maldivian president confirmed the resignation, the authenticity of letter is under review.

Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa submits letter of resignation

Protesters in Sri Lanka defied tear gas, water cannon and a state of emergency to storm the prime minister's office on Wednesday after the president fled overseas. Molly Gambhir and Dasuni Athauda tell you how the day unfolded into chaos.

Sri Lanka on edge after President Gotabaya flees | Crisis triggers chaos in Colombo again

The Sri Lanka turmoil is getting more chaotic by the minute. After months of protests, rallies and demonstrations, Protestors have now taken over President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's mansion. Social media images and videos show a disorderly yet happy scene inside the overrun official Presidential palace.

Sri Lanka turmoil gets chaotic. Protestors play carrom, and lounge on Gotabaya Rajapaksa's bed

Lanka speaker, Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena announced that president Rajapaksa would step down on July 13. Ministers Harin Fernando and Manusha Nanayakkara have resigned from their ministerial positions. Watch this ground report by Dasuni Athauda from the outside PM house.

Fire engulfs Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's private home

Calm returned to the streets of Sri Lanka's commercial capital Colombo after unprecedented protest rocked the streets. Watch this exclusive report from Ranil Wickremesinghe's residence.

Sri Lanka economic crisis: Exclusive report from Ranil Wickremesinghe's residence

Calm returned to the streets of Sri Lanka's commercial capital Colombo after unprecedented protest rocked the streets. Sri Lankans are infuriated by the economic crisis in the country. Sri Lankan President and PM have decided to step down amid protests.

Lankan President, PM agree to step down after hundreds of thousands gathered in Colombo on Saturday

As mass protests continue in Sri Lanka, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said that he will resign from his post on July 13. This comes after mass demonstrations rocked the country.

Public anger erupts over economic crisis: President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to step down

In a latest update on Sri Lankan crisis, protests have taken an ugly and violent turn. Sri Lankan prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe house has been set on fire.

Public anger over economic crisis: Sri Lankan PM's private house set on fire

As mass protests continue in Sri Lanka, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said that he will resign from his post on July 13. This comes after mass demonstrations rocked the country. For more analysis, we're joined by former DY governor, Central bank of Sri Lanka.

Unprecedented economic crisis boil over: Lanka speaker says President to step down

In a recent update on Sri Lankan crisis, Lanka speaker, Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena announced that president Rajapaksa would step down on July 13. Ministers Harin Fernando and Manusha Nanayakkara have resigned from their ministerial positions.

Reports: Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to resign

Calm returned to the streets of Sri Lanka's commercial capital Colombo after unprecedented protest rocked the streets. Sri Lankans are infuriated by the economic crisis in the country. Protesters are meanwhile refusing to leave the Presidential Palace.

Sri Lanka crisis: Protesters refuse to leave the Presidential Palace

Sri Lanka crisis: PM, President agree to step down; Gotabaya's current location kept secret

A severe economic crisis has gripped Sri Lanka. Protests are raging on in Sri Lanka against the crisis and President. Now, the Sri Lankan diaspora protest against Gotabaya's son in the US.

US: Sri Lankan diaspora protest against Gotabaya's son

In the latest update on the Sri Lankan crisis, protests have taken an ugly and violent turn. Sri Lankan prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's house has been set on fire. Watch Before and after visuals of PM's house.

Sri Lankan Prime Minister's house torched; Before and after visuals of PM's house

Calm returned to the streets of Sri Lanka's commercial capital Colombo after unprecedented protest rocked the streets. Now, Lankan speaker says President to step down on July 13.

Sri Lanka crisis & chaos: Lankan speaker says President to step down on July 13

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Calm returns to the streets of Sri Lanka's commercial capital Colombo after unprecedented protest rocked the streets. Sri Lankans are infuriated by the economic crisis in the country. Watch this Exclusive report!

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