Sri Lanka’s Protests for Fuel And Food

Anti-government protests are raging in Sri Lanka as the country is facing its worst financial crisis since independence. The government has no money to pay off billions in foreign loans, and can’t import basic goods. Across the country, lines at gas stations stretch for miles, there are regular electricity cuts, and the cost of food has risen 60%. Protesters blame the ruling Rajapaksa family for the crisis and say they won’t stop until they’re removed from power. Help keep VICE News’ fearless reporting free for millions by making a one time or ongoing contribution here. - https://bit.ly/3oRyDu8 Subscribe to VICE News here: http://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-VICE-News Check out VICE News for more: https://bit.ly/2HR9kGq Follow VICE News here: Facebook: https://bit.ly/36oafb0 Twitter: https://twitter.com/vicenews Tumblr: https://bit.ly/33xksQy Instagram: https://bit.ly/2VvVaxT More videos from the VICE network: https://bit.ly/3fWNVrZ #VICENews #News