Two former Sri Lankan officials have been sentenced to death for their negligence leading up to the devastating 2019 Easter Sunday bombings. The attacks, which targeted churches and hotels, killed over 250 people and injured hundreds more. The sentencing stems from accusations that the officials failed to act on intelligence warnings received prior to the attacks. Specifically, they were found culpable for neglecting to disseminate crucial information that could have prevented the tragedy. Both officials intend to appeal the death sentences, arguing their actions did not directly cause the bombings. The bombings prompted a national crisis and raised serious questions about Sri Lanka’s national security apparatus and preparedness. This ruling marks a significant development in the long-running legal aftermath of the attacks.