⚖️ FCID Questions Gotabaya Rajapaksa in MiG-27 Inquiry Linked to Lasantha’s Murder

• Case Overview: Former President and Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa was questioned by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) regarding the controversial 2006 MiG-27 procurement deal. • The MiG-27 Deal: The Sri Lanka Air Force transaction was presented as a government-to-government deal. Investigation reveals shell company Bellimissa Holdings allegedly siphoned over US$ 14 Mn. • Key Events & Coverage: • The Sunday Leader Editor Lasantha Wickrematunge exposed the alleged corruption before his assassination. • CID filings indicate military intelligence personnel (code-named 'Tripoli Platoon') were allegedly involved in the killing and subsequent cover-up. • Two Tamil civilians were allegedly abducted, murdered, and their motorcycle burned to frame the LTTE. • Key CID investigator Nishantha Silva fled the country in 2019 due to safety concerns. • Legal Status: FCID questioning does not constitute a legal conviction. Justice remains pending for the families of Lasantha Wickrematunge, the two deceased civilians, and the wider media community. _Note: Summary based on provisional case details and ongoing investigations._