Sri Lanka has ordered its armed forces to shoot anyone seen looting public property or causing damage in the aftermath of violent protests that killed eight people, including a ruling-party member of parliament.
“Armed forces have been ordered to open fire at anyone looting public property or causing harm to others,” the Defense Ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.
U.S. State Department spokesperson Ned Price said Tuesday that Washington was concerned by the military deployment and will “closely monitor” the political developments and situation in Sri Lanka.
“We condemn violence against peaceful protesters. We call for a full investigation, arrests, and prosecution of anyone instigating and involved in acts of violence,” Price told reporters.
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