Sri Lanka prison riot kills 26, with more than 100 others wounded

A deadly riot at a Sri Lankan prison has resulted in 26 deaths, including seven guards, and left over 100 people injured in what officials are calling the country's worst prison violence in years. The clashes erupted between inmates affiliated with two rival drug gangs, leading to victims with severe cuts and gunshot wounds being rushed to a nearby hospital. This incident highlights the dire conditions and security issues within Sri Lanka's correctional facilities, raising concerns about the ongoing challenges in maintaining order and safety behind bars.