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Did Barack Obama secretly come to Sri Lanka?

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Factseeker observed that a photo is being shared on social media that states that former American President Barack Obama visited Sri Lanka.

by Anonymous |

December 31, 2023

Factseeker observed that a photo is being shared on social media that states that former American President Barack Obama visited Sri Lanka.

The photograph shows Mr. Barack Obama drinking a tender coconut from a stall near the road. At first glance, the background of the photo looks similar to the Sri Lankan environment.

Factseeker observed that a photo is being shared on social media that states that former American President Barack Obama visited Sri Lanka.

The photograph shows Mr. Barack Obama drinking a tender coconut from a stall near the road. At first glance, the background of the photo looks similar to the Sri Lankan environment.

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