Colombo (News 1st): Due to the prevailing tensed situation in the Persian Gulf region, SriLankan Airlines has altered the route of its Colombo – London – Colombo flights to avoid the airspace of Iran and Iraq with immediate effect, as a precautionary measure.

SriLankan Airlines says it is closely monitoring the situation and is in contact with relevant national and international authorities, with the safety of its passengers and crew members being of paramount importance.

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