Britons among 207 dead after eight bomb blasts devastate Sri Lanka

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Britons among 207 dead after eight bomb blasts devastate Sri Lanka
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Everything we know so far about Sri Lanka Easter Sunday terror attacks: - Up to 200 killed, including about 30 foreigners - Three churches and three hotels targeted in initial wave - Two further explosions heard in suburbs of capital

There are reports of more explosions at a housing complex in Dematagoda and an exchange of gunfire. There are unconfirmed reports there has been an arrest. We’re looking to confirm these reports shortly.A relative of a victim of the explosion at St. Anthony's ShrineSri Lankan defence minister Ruwan Wijewardene has been speaking to the media. He said: “The Dehiwela and Dematagoda blasts seem to be by those in the ring running from the law.

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