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Sri Lanka Detains 22 Buddhist Monks for Drug Smuggling
Twenty-two Buddhist monks were detained at a Sri Lankan airport upon their return from Thailand after authorities discovered a significant amount of cannabis, reportedly 110 kilograms, in their luggage. This incident has led to condemnation from senior Buddhist clergy regarding 'monk impersonators' involved in drug smuggling.
26 Apr, 10:00 — 26 Apr, 11:05
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Sri Lanka detains 22 Buddhist monks for drug smuggling - The Straits Times
Sri Lanka detains 22 Buddhist monks for drug smuggling The Straits Times
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