Cyclone Ditwah Devastates Sri Lanka, Killing Hundreds
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Cyclone Ditwah has killed more than 600 people in Sri Lanka, authorities report. The storm triggered severe landslides and widespread flooding across the island nation.
Hundreds more people remain missing after the disaster. Rescue teams are continuing their search operations in the hardest-hit regions.
The Sri Lankan government is now seeking emergency financial assistance. Officials confirm they are negotiating with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to secure funding for disaster recovery and rebuilding efforts.