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Sri Lankan court sentences 15 men to life in prison for roles in deadly 2019 Easter bombings

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A Sri Lankan High Court convicted 15 men on Tuesday for their roles in the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings. Each individual received a sentence of at least 200 years in prison, effectively ensuring they will serve life terms for their involvement in the attacks.

The 2019 bombings resulted in the deaths of over 260 people. The legal proceedings were conducted by a three-judge panel, marking a significant judicial development in the aftermath of the coordinated terrorist strikes.

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