Ex-President Wickremesinghe's Misuse of Funds Case Postponed to Nov 11

• Case Postponement: The Colombo Fort Magistrate's Court fixed November 11, 2026, for the next hearing against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe and former Presidential Secretary Saman Ekanayake, awaiting Attorney General advice. • Financial Allegations: The CID investigation involves the alleged misuse of approximately Rs. 16.9 million in public funds related to attending a personal event in London during an official UK/US visit in late 2023. • Legal Status: Both individuals appeared in court before Magistrate Pasan Amarasena. Wickremesinghe was previously arrested in August 2025 and released on three Rs. 5 million personal bail bonds.