Protesters have stormed the official residence of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, demanding his resignation.
They are protesting against the months-long economic crisis and widespread shortages.
The prime minister's office says political party leaders are set to meet for an emergency session to address the situation.
Al Jazeera's @Katia Lopez Hoda-Yan has more.
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They are protesting against the months-long economic crisis and widespread shortages.
The prime minister's office says political party leaders are set to meet for an emergency session to address the situation.
Al Jazeera's @Katia Lopez Hoda-Yan has more.
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