There is intense speculation that Fonseka,who is saying he will continue to serve his country, will soon challenge President Mahinda Rajapaksa in an election.

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President Mahinda Rajapaksa sent the appeal to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz, said Rajapaksa's media unit.

CNN: Sri Lanka appeals to Saudi king to spare maid's life

Sri Lanka's President Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered the release of the jailed former army chief, Sarath Fonseka.

BBC: Sri Lanka president to free General Sarath Fonseka

Sri Lanka's rugby authorities are investigating President Mahinda Rajapaksa's rugby-playing son after claims that he assaulted a referee.

BBC: Sri Lanka president's son faces rugby misconduct claims