VIDEO: Crisis-hit Sri Lanka seeking discounted oil from Russia, Qatar

Sri Lanka’s Energy Minister has said the country will send delegations to Russia and Qatar to try and secure cheap oil. It’s not immediately clear how far the government can stretch its fuel reserves, which are likely to run out in a day. Meanwhile, the government has extended the closure of schools and non-essential services […]

SriLankan Airlines says flights not affected to Doha, Qatar

June 06, 2017 (LBO) – SriLankan Airlines on Tuesday stated that their flights to Qatar are not affected by diplomatic tensions in the region, though the airline is closely monitoring the situation. Media Development Manager of SriLankan Airlines, Deepal Perera, told LBO that the airline will operate all scheduled flights to Doha, Qatar. “SriLankan Airlines […]

Etihad Airways suspends all flights to Doha, Qatar

Press Release: From the evening of 5 June 2017, Etihad Airways will suspend all flights to and from Doha until further notice. The last flight from Abu Dhabi to Doha will depart as EY391 at 21:35 (local time) on 5 June. The last flight from Doha to Abu Dhabi will depart as EY398 at 22:50 […]