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May - 1 
Advancing troops on May 1 captured the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-held Karukkakulam town in the Mannar district, reports Colombo Page. The troops entered the outfit-controlled area and captured 1.6 km of land stretch killing at least 15 militants. One soldier was also killed in the conf
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Advancing troops on May 1 captured the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-held Karukkakulam town in the Mannar district, reports Colombo Page. The troops entered the outfit-controlled area and captured 1.6 km of land stretch killing at least 15 militants. One soldier was also killed in the confrontations.
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May - 1 
At Veddayamurippu in the Mannar district, the troops destroyed a LTTE bunker line killing five militants and injuring at least seven others.
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At Veddayamurippu in the Mannar district, the troops destroyed a LTTE bunker line killing five militants and injuring at least seven others.
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May - 1 
During another confrontation between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa the SFs killed at least five more militants.
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During another confrontation between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa the SFs killed at least five more militants.
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May - 1 
The troops in Jaffna killed two LTTE militants and destroyed one of their bunkers in the area south of A–9 road in Muhamalai.
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The troops in Jaffna killed two LTTE militants and destroyed one of their bunkers in the area south of A–9 road in Muhamalai.
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May - 1 
Three more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Karukkakulam, Nedunkandal and Veddayamurippu areas.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Karukkakulam, Nedunkandal and Veddayamurippu areas.
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May - 1 
Two soldiers were injured in anti personnel mine (APM) explosions in the Velankulam and Kandaperiyakulam areas of Vavuniya district. Two more soldiers engaged in clearing operations were injured in an explosion in the Pullekyarkulam area.
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Two soldiers were injured in anti personnel mine (APM) explosions in the Velankulam and Kandaperiyakulam areas of Vavuniya district. Two more soldiers engaged in clearing operations were injured in an explosion in the Pullekyarkulam area.
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May - 2 
At least two militants were killed as an LTTE hideout in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district was attacked and destroyed by the troops.
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At least two militants were killed as an LTTE hideout in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district was attacked and destroyed by the troops.
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May - 2 
On May 2, an unspecified number of LTTE bunkers in the Veddayamurippu, Allikulam, Palamoddai, Manthai and Malikaittidal areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts were captured by the troops during confrontations in which 19 militants were killed and about 15 others got injured. Two soldiers were also k
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On May 2, an unspecified number of LTTE bunkers in the Veddayamurippu, Allikulam, Palamoddai, Manthai and Malikaittidal areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts were captured by the troops during confrontations in which 19 militants were killed and about 15 others got injured. Two soldiers were also killed while three others injured in the clashes.
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May - 2 
One soldier was killed and another got injured when an army vehicle hit an LTTE laid claymore mine in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, one militant was killed while four others wounded by the troops in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa. Three soldiers were also injured in the clash
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One soldier was killed and another got injured when an army vehicle hit an LTTE laid claymore mine in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, one militant was killed while four others wounded by the troops in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa. Three soldiers were also injured in the clashes.
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May - 2 
Two Sri Lankan Air Force MI-24 fighter crafts neutralised two attacks on an LTTE concentration position in the area west of Palampiddi in Mannar, SLA reports. Pilots confirmed that both attacks were successful.
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Two Sri Lankan Air Force MI-24 fighter crafts neutralised two attacks on an LTTE concentration position in the area west of Palampiddi in Mannar, SLA reports. Pilots confirmed that both attacks were successful.
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May - 3 
At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 10 others were injured during clashes with the troops in the Palampiddi, Adampan and Nedunkandal areas of the Mannar and Vavuniya districts on May 3, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while six others sus
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At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 10 others were injured during clashes with the troops in the Palampiddi, Adampan and Nedunkandal areas of the Mannar and Vavuniya districts on May 3, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while six others sustained injuries in the clashes.
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May - 3 
At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, most of whom were from the “Imran Pandian regiment” – said to be LTTE’s most acclaimed regiment - were killed in an offensive launched by the troops in the Chettiyarkattaiadampan area, southeast of Giant Tank in the Mannar district on Ma
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At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, most of whom were from the “Imran Pandian regiment” – said to be LTTE’s most acclaimed regiment - were killed in an offensive launched by the troops in the Chettiyarkattaiadampan area, southeast of Giant Tank in the Mannar district on May 3, reports Sri Lanka Army. The outfit is reported to have lost some of their vitally important areas such as Veppankulam, Kallikulam, Pikkulam and Karukkandal during most recent confrontations with the troops who have already established their positions to the extent of 8.5 sq km, northwest of Giant Tank.
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May - 3 
During another encounter between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district, the security forces (SFs) killed seven militants while more than 20 others were injured. Two soldiers were killed and four others sustained injuries in the incident.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district, the security forces (SFs) killed seven militants while more than 20 others were injured. Two soldiers were killed and four others sustained injuries in the incident.
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May - 3 
The LTTE militants triggered another claymore mine explosion targeting a team of Civil Security Officers (CSOs) on foot patrol in the Aluthhalmillewa area on Palamoddai – Bogashandiya road without causing any casualty. The CSOs opened fire towards the militants who managed to escape.
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The LTTE militants triggered another claymore mine explosion targeting a team of Civil Security Officers (CSOs) on foot patrol in the Aluthhalmillewa area on Palamoddai – Bogashandiya road without causing any casualty. The CSOs opened fire towards the militants who managed to escape.
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May - 3 
The SFs clashed with several groups of LTTE militants in the Ethawatunuwewa, Kokkuthuduvai, north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas and killed four of them. Five soldiers were also killed in the incidents while three others were wounded.
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The SFs clashed with several groups of LTTE militants in the Ethawatunuwewa, Kokkuthuduvai, north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas and killed four of them. Five soldiers were also killed in the incidents while three others were wounded.
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May - 3 
The troops captured about 1.5 sq km stretch of land in the LTTE-held territory of Periyakulam in the Mannar district killing 10 militants while injuring 10 others. Two soldiers were wounded during the clashes.
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The troops captured about 1.5 sq km stretch of land in the LTTE-held territory of Periyakulam in the Mannar district killing 10 militants while injuring 10 others. Two soldiers were wounded during the clashes.
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May - 3 
The troops retaliated and injured an unspecified number of LTTE militants when they were fired upon by the latter in the areas ahead of Nagarkovil and Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district. Six soldiers were injured in the LTTE attack.
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The troops retaliated and injured an unspecified number of LTTE militants when they were fired upon by the latter in the areas ahead of Nagarkovil and Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district. Six soldiers were injured in the LTTE attack.
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May - 4 
Another soldier was killed and two others wounded in an LTTE attack in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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Another soldier was killed and two others wounded in an LTTE attack in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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May - 4 
During clashes between the SFs and LTTE militants in the Navakkulam and Palampiddi areas of Vavuniya district, the SFs killed three militants on May 4.
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During clashes between the SFs and LTTE militants in the Navakkulam and Palampiddi areas of Vavuniya district, the SFs killed three militants on May 4.
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May - 4 
On May 4, two soldiers were injured in an LTTE triggered improvised explosive device explosion in the area south of Muhamalai in Jaffna district. Both the soldiers later succumbed to their injuries.
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On May 4, two soldiers were injured in an LTTE triggered improvised explosive device explosion in the area south of Muhamalai in Jaffna district. Both the soldiers later succumbed to their injuries.
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May - 4 
The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter crafts on May 4 neutralised an LTTE position about 5-km west of Puthukudirippu in the Mullaitivu district.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter crafts on May 4 neutralised an LTTE position about 5-km west of Puthukudirippu in the Mullaitivu district.
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May - 4 
The troops neutralised three LTTE bunkers in the Weeayamurippu area of Mannar district, injuring at least eight militants. One soldier was killed while two others sustained injuries in the incident.
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The troops neutralised three LTTE bunkers in the Weeayamurippu area of Mannar district, injuring at least eight militants. One soldier was killed while two others sustained injuries in the incident.
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May - 4 
The troops recovered a parcel floating in the Gurunagar area of Jaffna lagoon which contained a printed map of Mandaithivu, one code sheet, one note book, one temporary Identity Card issued by local administrative authorities, two batteries used for Icom sets, one satellite phone charger and some fo
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The troops recovered a parcel floating in the Gurunagar area of Jaffna lagoon which contained a printed map of Mandaithivu, one code sheet, one note book, one temporary Identity Card issued by local administrative authorities, two batteries used for Icom sets, one satellite phone charger and some food items.
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May - 4 
Two LTTE militants were killed and more than 20 others wounded by the troops during clashes in the Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Nikawewa areas. Four soldiers were injured in the clashes.
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Two LTTE militants were killed and more than 20 others wounded by the troops during clashes in the Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Nikawewa areas. Four soldiers were injured in the clashes.
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May - 5 
10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including two area leaders, were killed and 52 others injured by the security forces when a fierce fight erupted between the two sides at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district on May 5, said military spokesman Brigadier Uday
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10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including two area leaders, were killed and 52 others injured by the security forces when a fierce fight erupted between the two sides at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district on May 5, said military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara, according to Daily News. "A fierce battle erupted when the LTTE launched mortar fire towards the Security Forces out post at around 9.45 a.m. The Security Forces manning the Muhamalai FDL’s 53 and 55 divisions initially fired small arms backed by heavy artillery. Intercepting Tiger communication intercepts revealed that 10 LTTE cadres were killed including two area leaders while 52 others were injured," he added. The Sri Lanka Army (SLA) report adds that two soldiers were killed and 14 others sustained injuries in the LTTE attack. One soldier, meanwhile, was reported missing.
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May - 5 
A vehicle carrying a sick Buddhist monk, Kahatagasdigiliye Chandrananda Thero, from Mannar junction to Yaya-7 in the Vilachchiya area was targeted by the LTTE with a claymore mine explosion. While the monk escaped unhurt, the driver of the vehicle was wounded.
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A vehicle carrying a sick Buddhist monk, Kahatagasdigiliye Chandrananda Thero, from Mannar junction to Yaya-7 in the Vilachchiya area was targeted by the LTTE with a claymore mine explosion. While the monk escaped unhurt, the driver of the vehicle was wounded.
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May - 5 
At least nine LTTE militants were killed and 10 others injured in intermittent clashes between the two sides in the Navakkulam, Palampiddi and Maruthamadu areas of Vavuniya district on May 5, reported SLA.
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At least nine LTTE militants were killed and 10 others injured in intermittent clashes between the two sides in the Navakkulam, Palampiddi and Maruthamadu areas of Vavuniya district on May 5, reported SLA.
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May - 5 
The security forces (SFs) repulsed an LTTE attempt to launch an attack on the Kondampiddy Army and Navy combined security point on the Mannar coast. A small flotilla of Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats opened fire towards the SFs point manned by Army soldiers and Navy sailors. As the troop
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The security forces (SFs) repulsed an LTTE attempt to launch an attack on the Kondampiddy Army and Navy combined security point on the Mannar coast. A small flotilla of Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats opened fire towards the SFs point manned by Army soldiers and Navy sailors. As the troops opened retaliatory fire, the militants fled further towards the north east with their casualties onboard the sea craft that became targets of ground troops supported by artillery. One soldier was injured and another was reported missing during the incident.
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May - 5 
The SFs in Mannar killed five LTTE militants when they launched an operation and captured one square kilometre of land in the Chalampaikkulam area. In the Kurukkandai area, the SFs killed two more militants.
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The SFs in Mannar killed five LTTE militants when they launched an operation and captured one square kilometre of land in the Chalampaikkulam area. In the Kurukkandai area, the SFs killed two more militants.
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May - 5 
The troops clashed with LTTE militants and killed five of them while injuring 12 others in Welioya. Two soldiers were reportedly injured in the clash.
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The troops clashed with LTTE militants and killed five of them while injuring 12 others in Welioya. Two soldiers were reportedly injured in the clash.
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May - 5 
Two soldiers sustained injuries in an LTTE mortar attack in the Palali area of Jaffna district. At Nagarkovil, the troops clashed with a group of LTTE militants and injured one of them. Some more clashes occurred between the troops and militants in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil area. However, no casu
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Two soldiers sustained injuries in an LTTE mortar attack in the Palali area of Jaffna district. At Nagarkovil, the troops clashed with a group of LTTE militants and injured one of them. Some more clashes occurred between the troops and militants in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil area. However, no casualty was reported.
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May - 6 
In the area north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, SFs opened fire towards a tractor carrying three militants and killed all of them. One LTTE bunker was also neutralised in the area. Separately, during the clashes in the Welioya area, the troops injured 13 militants and recovered dead body o
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In the area north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, SFs opened fire towards a tractor carrying three militants and killed all of them. One LTTE bunker was also neutralised in the area. Separately, during the clashes in the Welioya area, the troops injured 13 militants and recovered dead body of one militant along with a T-56 weapon, a claymore mine, a radio set, three anti- personnel mines, two hand grenades and several other items. Four soldiers also sustained injuries in the clashes. At Palampiddi, the SFs eliminated one more LTTE militant while injuring another.
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May - 6 
SFs in the Manthotam area of Mannar district in two separate attacks destroyed three LTTE bunkers killing five militants. 10 militants and two soldiers were reported wounded in the confrontation.
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SFs in the Manthotam area of Mannar district in two separate attacks destroyed three LTTE bunkers killing five militants. 10 militants and two soldiers were reported wounded in the confrontation.
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May - 6 
The security forces (SFs) attacked a line of LTTE bunkers in the Palampiddi area and neutralised six bunkers. Six militants were killed and a soldier injured during the incident. The SFs later recovered 700 rounds of live ammunition from the area.
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The security forces (SFs) attacked a line of LTTE bunkers in the Palampiddi area and neutralised six bunkers. Six militants were killed and a soldier injured during the incident. The SFs later recovered 700 rounds of live ammunition from the area.
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May - 6 
The troops captured about 400-600 square metres stretch of land in the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-held territory of Alankulam in the Mannar district and killed seven militants while injuring 10 others on May 6, reports Sri Lanka Army. Five soldiers were also injured in the operation. Al
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The troops captured about 400-600 square metres stretch of land in the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-held territory of Alankulam in the Mannar district and killed seven militants while injuring 10 others on May 6, reports Sri Lanka Army. Five soldiers were also injured in the operation. Also, the troops foiled an LTTE attempt to re-enter into the same area later and during the ensuing encounter killed six more militants.
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May - 6 
The troops captured the Palampiddi Bridge in the LTTE-held area of Palampiddi in the Vavuniya district following a fierce gun-battle, according to Colombo Page. Providing support to the ground troops the Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed an LTTE target located one-km north of Palampiddi juncti
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The troops captured the Palampiddi Bridge in the LTTE-held area of Palampiddi in the Vavuniya district following a fierce gun-battle, according to Colombo Page. Providing support to the ground troops the Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed an LTTE target located one-km north of Palampiddi junction in the same area. Citing intercepted LTTE communication, defence sources said the outfit suffered heavy casualties though the details are yet to be ascertained.
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May - 6 
The troops launched an attack in the Kurukkandai area of Mannar district and captured the Kurukkandai main road. Three soldiers were injured in the operation. The LTTE casualty is yet to be ascertained.
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The troops launched an attack in the Kurukkandai area of Mannar district and captured the Kurukkandai main road. Three soldiers were injured in the operation. The LTTE casualty is yet to be ascertained.
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May - 6 
The troops opened fire towards a tractor carrying LTTE militants through a jungle path in the area north of Periyamadu in Vavuniya district killing six militants aboard the vehicle.
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The troops opened fire towards a tractor carrying LTTE militants through a jungle path in the area north of Periyamadu in Vavuniya district killing six militants aboard the vehicle.
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May - 6 
Two civilians were killed and other sustained injuries in a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered remote controlled claymore mine explosion in the general area (area under Government control) of Vavuniya district on May 6, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA).
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Two civilians were killed and other sustained injuries in a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered remote controlled claymore mine explosion in the general area (area under Government control) of Vavuniya district on May 6, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA).
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May - 7 
An unidentified assailant shot dead a civilian and injured another in the Poonthottam area.
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An unidentified assailant shot dead a civilian and injured another in the Poonthottam area.
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May - 7 
At Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, the troops launched several attacks and destroyed two bunkers. While the extent of damages to the LTTE is yet to be ascertained, one soldier was reportedly injured.
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At Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, the troops launched several attacks and destroyed two bunkers. While the extent of damages to the LTTE is yet to be ascertained, one soldier was reportedly injured.
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May - 7 
During intermittent clashes between the two sides in the areas north of Parappakandal, Kathankulam, Alankulam, Chalampaikkulam, Nedunkandal and Adampampekkulam, the security forces (SFs) killed at least 12 militants on May 7. Six soldiers sustained injuries in the clashes.
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During intermittent clashes between the two sides in the areas north of Parappakandal, Kathankulam, Alankulam, Chalampaikkulam, Nedunkandal and Adampampekkulam, the security forces (SFs) killed at least 12 militants on May 7. Six soldiers sustained injuries in the clashes.
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May - 7 
The troops repulsed several LTTE attacks and neutralised one bunker in the jungles off Janakapura. While three soldiers were injured in the clashes, the SFs recovered 264 anti-personnel mines and eight booby traps.
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The troops repulsed several LTTE attacks and neutralised one bunker in the jungles off Janakapura. While three soldiers were injured in the clashes, the SFs recovered 264 anti-personnel mines and eight booby traps.
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May - 7 
The troops shot dead two LTTE militants in the Navakkulam area.
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The troops shot dead two LTTE militants in the Navakkulam area.
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May - 7 
Three more LTTE militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured by the SFs in the Palampiddi area of Vavuniya district. One booby trap and 500 rounds of live ammunition were recovered from the incident site.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured by the SFs in the Palampiddi area of Vavuniya district. One booby trap and 500 rounds of live ammunition were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 8 
At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others sustained injuries as the Army captured a two square kilometre stretch of land in the LTTE-held territory, about 5-6 km south of Adampan town in the Mannar district on May 8, Sri Lanka Army reported. One sold
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At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others sustained injuries as the Army captured a two square kilometre stretch of land in the LTTE-held territory, about 5-6 km south of Adampan town in the Mannar district on May 8, Sri Lanka Army reported. One soldier was also killed while another was wounded in the incident.
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May - 8 
During clashes with the LTTE militants in the Vedamakilam, Alkaddivalikulam, Palampiddi, Villiyakulam and Palamoddai areas of Vavuniya district, the troops killed three militants while injuring five others.
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During clashes with the LTTE militants in the Vedamakilam, Alkaddivalikulam, Palampiddi, Villiyakulam and Palamoddai areas of Vavuniya district, the troops killed three militants while injuring five others.
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May - 8 
Elsewhere in Mannar, clashes erupted between the two sides in the Manipullkulam, Nedunkandal and Mantota areas in which 11 militants were killed and five wounded on May 8, Sri Lanka Army reported. Troops also captured two bunkers connected to LTTE trenches during clearing operations in the Manipullk
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Elsewhere in Mannar, clashes erupted between the two sides in the Manipullkulam, Nedunkandal and Mantota areas in which 11 militants were killed and five wounded on May 8, Sri Lanka Army reported. Troops also captured two bunkers connected to LTTE trenches during clearing operations in the Manipullkulam.
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May - 8 
Three more LTTE militants were killed and nine others wounded by the troops in the Janakapura, Andankulam and Kiriibbanwewa areas of the same district. Troops also captured one bunker and recovered 16 hand grenades and two boxes of T-56 ammunition containing 1500 ammunition rounds from these areas.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed and nine others wounded by the troops in the Janakapura, Andankulam and Kiriibbanwewa areas of the same district. Troops also captured one bunker and recovered 16 hand grenades and two boxes of T-56 ammunition containing 1500 ammunition rounds from these areas.
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May - 9 
At least 14 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured during confrontation with the troops in the general (area under Government control) of Vavuniya district on May 9, Sri Lanka Army reported. 32 anti personnel mines (APMs) and five booby traps were al
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At least 14 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured during confrontation with the troops in the general (area under Government control) of Vavuniya district on May 9, Sri Lanka Army reported. 32 anti personnel mines (APMs) and five booby traps were also recovered during the subsequent search operations in the area.
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May - 9 
At Vinuththandi in the Mannar district, the troops confronted with a group of LTTE militants and killed two of them. The troops also recovered six booby traps, 15 hand grenades, 25 APMs and five hundred rounds of T-56 ammunition. During another confrontation at Manthotam, one soldier received gunsho
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At Vinuththandi in the Mannar district, the troops confronted with a group of LTTE militants and killed two of them. The troops also recovered six booby traps, 15 hand grenades, 25 APMs and five hundred rounds of T-56 ammunition. During another confrontation at Manthotam, one soldier received gunshot injuries and died later. One more soldier was injured during a confrontation with the LTTE militants in the Munaramaviddikulam area.
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May - 9 
During separate confrontation between the two sides in the areas north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa, the security forces (SFs) killed at least 12 militants. While three soldiers were also reported injured in clashes, the SFs recovered one T-56 weapons, 1750 rounds of heavy machine gun ammunition,
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During separate confrontation between the two sides in the areas north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa, the security forces (SFs) killed at least 12 militants. While three soldiers were also reported injured in clashes, the SFs recovered one T-56 weapons, 1750 rounds of heavy machine gun ammunition, 2800 rounds of T-56 ammunition, 17 hand grenades, six pouches, one claymore bomb, 179 APMs, 26 booby traps, two detonators and 2-kg of C-4 explosions.
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May - 9 
The Brigadier also said that the SFs captured one square km. area in Alankulam on May 9-aftrennon. "33 LTTE cadres were killed and 40 injured in the confrontation", Nanayakkara stated. One soldier was killed and five others wounded in the clashes. Five soldiers were also reported missing in action.
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The Brigadier also said that the SFs captured one square km. area in Alankulam on May 9-aftrennon. "33 LTTE cadres were killed and 40 injured in the confrontation", Nanayakkara stated. One soldier was killed and five others wounded in the clashes. Five soldiers were also reported missing in action.
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May - 9 
The troops captured the strategic Adampan town in Mannar district on May 9-morning. The LTTE reportedly retreated from its positions in Adampan town in the face of heavy firepower from the security forces (SFs). "At least 15 LTTE cadres were killed and many others injured when troops marched forward
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The troops captured the strategic Adampan town in Mannar district on May 9-morning. The LTTE reportedly retreated from its positions in Adampan town in the face of heavy firepower from the security forces (SFs). "At least 15 LTTE cadres were killed and many others injured when troops marched forward and confronted the Tiger cadres resulting in the capture of the Adampan junction and it’s liberate from the LTTE’s grip at around 8.30 a.m.", military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara told Daily News, adding, "The Security Forces launched an offensive attack at around 4.30 a.m. and the confrontation lasted till the Adampan town fell into the troops’ hands at around 8.30am." Two soldiers were killed and seven others injured in the incident.
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May - 9 
Two soldiers were injured in LTTE laid booby trap explosion in the Palampiddi area. The injured soldiers died later.
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Two soldiers were injured in LTTE laid booby trap explosion in the Palampiddi area. The injured soldiers died later.
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May - 10 
At least 18 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops launched separate attacks targeting the outfit’s hideouts in the areas north of Palampiddi, Vedamakilam, Kurukkandai, north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district on May 10, Sri Lanka Army rep
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At least 18 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops launched separate attacks targeting the outfit’s hideouts in the areas north of Palampiddi, Vedamakilam, Kurukkandai, north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district on May 10, Sri Lanka Army reported. An unspecified number of militants were reportedly injured in the clashes. The dead body of one the slain militant was killed in the clashes north of Janakapura was later recovered along with a T-56 weapon and 149 anti-personnel mines (APMs). The troops also captured a LTTE trench line in the jungle area north of Janakapura. At Kiriibbanwewa, the security forces recovered three Light Machine Guns and 89 APMs.
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May - 10 
The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets neutralised an LTTE artillery gun position north of Nedunkerni in the Mullaitivu district.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets neutralised an LTTE artillery gun position north of Nedunkerni in the Mullaitivu district.
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May - 11 
Another soldier was killed during confrontation between the two sides in the Palampiddi area.
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Another soldier was killed during confrontation between the two sides in the Palampiddi area.
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May - 11 
At least 10 LTTE militants were killed and more than five others injured during separate clashes with the troops in the Palamoddai, Palampiddi and Periyamadu areas of Vavuniya district on May 11.
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At least 10 LTTE militants were killed and more than five others injured during separate clashes with the troops in the Palamoddai, Palampiddi and Periyamadu areas of Vavuniya district on May 11.
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May - 11 
At Muhamalai in the Jaffna district, the SFs foiled an LTTE attempt to infiltrate into the cleared areas (area under government control) and killed a militant.
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At Muhamalai in the Jaffna district, the SFs foiled an LTTE attempt to infiltrate into the cleared areas (area under government control) and killed a militant.
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May - 11 
Four more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during separate encounters in the Kiriibbanwewa and Janakapura areas, north of Welioya. One soldier also received injuries during the clash in Janakapura. Also, the security forces (SFs) recovered the dead body one female militant along with one Ico
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Four more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during separate encounters in the Kiriibbanwewa and Janakapura areas, north of Welioya. One soldier also received injuries during the clash in Janakapura. Also, the security forces (SFs) recovered the dead body one female militant along with one Icom set and one T-56 weapon following the Kiriibbanwewa clash. Further, the SFs captured an LTTE trench line in the Janakapura area injuring at least two militants. One soldier was reported killed in the incident.
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May - 13 
A senior leader of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP), Maheshwari Velyanthan, was shot dead by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants at her residence at Karaweddi in the Nelliadi area of Jaffna district on May 13-evening, reports Sri Lanka Army. Maheshwari, a consultant to th
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A senior leader of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP), Maheshwari Velyanthan, was shot dead by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants at her residence at Karaweddi in the Nelliadi area of Jaffna district on May 13-evening, reports Sri Lanka Army. Maheshwari, a consultant to the EPDP leader and Social Welfare Minister Douglas Devananda, was visiting her ailing mother. "Ms. Maheshwari had gone to Jaffna along with some relatives to see her mother. As per our information, three men in military uniform came to the house and wanted to search the house. Ms. Maheshwari was shot at by the gunmen and they fled. She was rushed to hospital in a critical state," Devananda told The Hindu. Devananda and other EPDP leaders have been on the LTTE’s hit-list. Two months ago, Devananda escaped an 11th assassination attempt by a suspected LTTE suicide bomber.
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May - 13 
Another LTTE militant was killed by the troops during an encounter in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. One soldier was injured in the incident. Separately, a soldier sustained injuries in an LTTE triggered anti-personnel mine explosion in the same area. At Eluttumadduwal, the troops killed one
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Another LTTE militant was killed by the troops during an encounter in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. One soldier was injured in the incident. Separately, a soldier sustained injuries in an LTTE triggered anti-personnel mine explosion in the same area. At Eluttumadduwal, the troops killed one LTTE militant and also recovered a claymore mine and 25 hand grenades from the area.
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May - 13 
Five militants were killed in the Palampiddi area of Vavuniya district as the troops destroyed four fortified LTTE bunkers. The security forces (SFs) later recovered 200 rounds of T-56 ammunition, five anti-personnel mines and some food items.
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Five militants were killed in the Palampiddi area of Vavuniya district as the troops destroyed four fortified LTTE bunkers. The security forces (SFs) later recovered 200 rounds of T-56 ammunition, five anti-personnel mines and some food items.
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May - 13 
Four militants, including a female cadre, are reported to have died and five soldiers were wounded during continuing clashes in the Sivarayankulam, Mundumrippu, Navvi, Chinnavahayankaddu, Nedunkandal and Palamoddai areas of the Vavuniya and Mannar districts.
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Four militants, including a female cadre, are reported to have died and five soldiers were wounded during continuing clashes in the Sivarayankulam, Mundumrippu, Navvi, Chinnavahayankaddu, Nedunkandal and Palamoddai areas of the Vavuniya and Mannar districts.
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May - 13 
On May 13, four LTTE militants were killed and 11 others injured during clashes with the troops in the Andankulam, Vadukkanari and Janakapura areas of the Vavuniya district. Five soldiers were reportedly injured during these clashes.
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On May 13, four LTTE militants were killed and 11 others injured during clashes with the troops in the Andankulam, Vadukkanari and Janakapura areas of the Vavuniya district. Five soldiers were reportedly injured during these clashes.
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May - 13 
On the same day, two soldiers were injured in separate clashes with the LTTE militants in the Kaddupulan area.
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On the same day, two soldiers were injured in separate clashes with the LTTE militants in the Kaddupulan area.
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May - 13 
SFs attacked a group of LTTE militants moving in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district. The militants, however, managed to escape leaving behind two T-56 magazines, one terrorist pouch, fifty rounds of T-56 ammunition and a few other items. At Palamoddai, the troops attacked two LTTE bunkers u
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SFs attacked a group of LTTE militants moving in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district. The militants, however, managed to escape leaving behind two T-56 magazines, one terrorist pouch, fifty rounds of T-56 ammunition and a few other items. At Palamoddai, the troops attacked two LTTE bunkers using Rocket Propeller Grenades and small arms.
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May - 13 
The SFs also killed one female LTTE militant in the Pikkulam area of Mannar district.
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The SFs also killed one female LTTE militant in the Pikkulam area of Mannar district.
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May - 13 
The SFs killed five LTTE militants in the Periyamadu area.
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The SFs killed five LTTE militants in the Periyamadu area.
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May - 14 
Another soldier was killed in an LTT-triggered anti-personnel mine explosion at Palampiddi in the Vavuniya district. Separately, the SFs killed another LTTE militant in the same area.
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Another soldier was killed in an LTT-triggered anti-personnel mine explosion at Palampiddi in the Vavuniya district. Separately, the SFs killed another LTTE militant in the same area.
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May - 14 
Approximately 14 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during separate clashes in the areas north of Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Welioya in Vavuniya district on May 14, Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reported. The troops later recovered the dead bodies of two of the sla
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Approximately 14 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during separate clashes in the areas north of Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Welioya in Vavuniya district on May 14, Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reported. The troops later recovered the dead bodies of two of the slain militants, including a female cadre, along with explosive devices, including three RPG bombs and eight hand grenades. At least 215 anti-personnel mines and 100 rounds of ammunition were also unearthed by the troops from those areas.
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May - 14 
During another encounter between the two sides in the Periyamadu area, the SFs killed four more militants while one soldier died during the clash.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the Periyamadu area, the SFs killed four more militants while one soldier died during the clash.
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May - 14 
Elsewhere, the security forces (SFs) attacked two LTTE bunkers in the Kallikulam area and killed at least six militants.
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Elsewhere, the security forces (SFs) attacked two LTTE bunkers in the Kallikulam area and killed at least six militants.
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May - 14 
Further, one soldier was killed when the LTTE militants fired seven 60-mm mortars, rocket propeller grenades and small arms towards Kilaly FDL (forward defence line) areas in the Jaffna district.
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Further, one soldier was killed when the LTTE militants fired seven 60-mm mortars, rocket propeller grenades and small arms towards Kilaly FDL (forward defence line) areas in the Jaffna district.
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May - 14 
In a separate incident in the same area, troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants killing three of them while injuring three others. While four soldiers were wounded in the incident, one soldier reportedly went missing.
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In a separate incident in the same area, troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants killing three of them while injuring three others. While four soldiers were wounded in the incident, one soldier reportedly went missing.
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May - 14 
Separately, the Sri Lanka Air Force Fighter crafts neutralised an LTTE training facility on the Kilinochchi-Mannar district border at Kollanvillu.
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Separately, the Sri Lanka Air Force Fighter crafts neutralised an LTTE training facility on the Kilinochchi-Mannar district border at Kollanvillu.
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May - 14 
The security forces (SFs) attacked an LTTE trench line in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district, killing one female militant. The SFs later recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with one T-56 weapon, two hand grenades, 95 rounds of ammunition, three dog tags and two belt orders.
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The security forces (SFs) attacked an LTTE trench line in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district, killing one female militant. The SFs later recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with one T-56 weapon, two hand grenades, 95 rounds of ammunition, three dog tags and two belt orders.
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May - 14 
The troops following an armed clash with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) captured a trench line and a hideout of the outfit in the Minukkal area, about 2.5-km north of Adampan in the Mannar district, on May 14, Sri Lanka Army reports. While the exact loss of life is yet to be ascertained
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The troops following an armed clash with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) captured a trench line and a hideout of the outfit in the Minukkal area, about 2.5-km north of Adampan in the Mannar district, on May 14, Sri Lanka Army reports. While the exact loss of life is yet to be ascertained, soldiers recovered the dead body of one militant along with one T-56 weapon, one RPG weapon and one RPG bomb from the area.
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May - 14 
Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Palampiddi area.
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Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Palampiddi area.
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May - 15 
18 LTTE militants were killed by the troops during separate clashes in the Vairapuliyankulam, Vilakkavatti Kulam, Palampiddi, Periyamadu and Palamoddai areas of Vavuniya district on May 15. One soldier was also killed while three others sustained injuries in these clashes.
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18 LTTE militants were killed by the troops during separate clashes in the Vairapuliyankulam, Vilakkavatti Kulam, Palampiddi, Periyamadu and Palamoddai areas of Vavuniya district on May 15. One soldier was also killed while three others sustained injuries in these clashes.
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May - 15 
Further, during a series of clashes with the LTTE militants in the areas north of Janakapura, Andankulam and Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district the troops killed seven more militants. One soldier who was injured in the explosion of an LTTE laid improvised explosive device in the area died later. One
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Further, during a series of clashes with the LTTE militants in the areas north of Janakapura, Andankulam and Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district the troops killed seven more militants. One soldier who was injured in the explosion of an LTTE laid improvised explosive device in the area died later. One T-56 weapon, six magazines, 16 hand grenades, 58 anti-personnel mines, five booby traps and 300 rounds of T-56 ammunition were later recovered by the troops from these areas.
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May - 15 
On the same day, nine more LTTE militants were killed in encounters with the troops in the Alankulam and Nedunkandal areas of Mannar district. One soldier was injured in the clashes.
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On the same day, nine more LTTE militants were killed in encounters with the troops in the Alankulam and Nedunkandal areas of Mannar district. One soldier was injured in the clashes.
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May - 15 
The SLAF fighter jets neutralised a fortified LTTE base in the jungles west of Nayaru lagoon in the Mullaitivu district.
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The SLAF fighter jets neutralised a fortified LTTE base in the jungles west of Nayaru lagoon in the Mullaitivu district.
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May - 16 
An LTTE aircraft was detected by the air defence system over the LTTE built Iranamadu runway, military sources said. A senior SLAF official told Daily Mirror that the air defence system had detected the LTTE aircraft soon after it was airborne. "However it immediately disappeared from the radar syst
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An LTTE aircraft was detected by the air defence system over the LTTE built Iranamadu runway, military sources said. A senior SLAF official told Daily Mirror that the air defence system had detected the LTTE aircraft soon after it was airborne. "However it immediately disappeared from the radar system, as it went down," he added.
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May - 16 
During another confrontation between the two sides in the Periyamadu, Palampiddi and Palamoddai areas the troops eliminated five militants. Three soldiers sustained injuries in the militant’s gunfire.
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During another confrontation between the two sides in the Periyamadu, Palampiddi and Palamoddai areas the troops eliminated five militants. Three soldiers sustained injuries in the militant’s gunfire.
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May - 16 
On May 16, the troops on clearing operations in the Periyamadu area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and later recovered the dead bodies of seven militants, including six women militants, along with one MPMG, one T-81 weapon, five T-56 weapons.
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On May 16, the troops on clearing operations in the Periyamadu area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and later recovered the dead bodies of seven militants, including six women militants, along with one MPMG, one T-81 weapon, five T-56 weapons.
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May - 16 
The SLAF fighter jets bombed the LTTE air strip at Iranamadu in the Kilinochchi district.
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The SLAF fighter jets bombed the LTTE air strip at Iranamadu in the Kilinochchi district.
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May - 16 
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets neutralised a Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) base at Mullian Kaddaikadu in the Mullaitivu district.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets neutralised a Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) base at Mullian Kaddaikadu in the Mullaitivu district.
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May - 17 
Another soldier was injured in an LTTE attack at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district.
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Another soldier was injured in an LTTE attack at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district.
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May - 17 
At least 17 civilians, including two children and six females, were injured when the LTTE militants lobbed a hand grenade at the bazaar street in the Vavuniya town.
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At least 17 civilians, including two children and six females, were injured when the LTTE militants lobbed a hand grenade at the bazaar street in the Vavuniya town.
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May - 17 
Six more LTTE militants were killed and three others wounded by the security forces during clashes at Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district. Also, one soldier was injured in a separate clash between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura.
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Six more LTTE militants were killed and three others wounded by the security forces during clashes at Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district. Also, one soldier was injured in a separate clash between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura.
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May - 17 
The troops captured Palampiddi junction in the Mannar district on May 17, reports Sri Lanka Army. The troops have so far recovered the dead bodies 13 Liberation of Tamil Tigers Eelam (LTTE) militants along with 11 T-56 weapons, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) and four communication sets from th
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The troops captured Palampiddi junction in the Mannar district on May 17, reports Sri Lanka Army. The troops have so far recovered the dead bodies 13 Liberation of Tamil Tigers Eelam (LTTE) militants along with 11 T-56 weapons, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) and four communication sets from the area. The Palampiddi junction, is strategically important as it connects Vedithalthivu in northwest, Madhu in south, Mullikulam in southeast and Nedunkandal in northeast.
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May - 17 
The troops killed seven LTTE militants and injured more than 10 others in the clashes at Palamoddai in the Vavuniya district and areas north of Murunkan, Devolkandan, Veddayamurippu, north of Uyilankulam and Periyakulam in the Mannar district on May 17. Two soldiers were injured during the clash in
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The troops killed seven LTTE militants and injured more than 10 others in the clashes at Palamoddai in the Vavuniya district and areas north of Murunkan, Devolkandan, Veddayamurippu, north of Uyilankulam and Periyakulam in the Mannar district on May 17. Two soldiers were injured during the clash in the north of Uyilankulam. Two soldiers were wounded in LTTE-triggered anti-personnel mine (APM) explosions at Devolkandan. The troops also recovered 25 APMs during subsequent clearing operations.
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May - 18 
At Ampaddankulam in the Vavuniya district, the SFs killed six militants.
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At Ampaddankulam in the Vavuniya district, the SFs killed six militants.
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May - 18 
At least 26 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and five soldiers were killed while three soldiers sustained injuries as the troops foiled two attempts by the militants to capture security forces (SFs) defence line at Nedunkandal in the Mannar district on May 18, reports Sri Lanka Army
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At least 26 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and five soldiers were killed while three soldiers sustained injuries as the troops foiled two attempts by the militants to capture security forces (SFs) defence line at Nedunkandal in the Mannar district on May 18, reports Sri Lanka Army. The first attack of the militants occurred at 3.00 pm which was repulsed by the troops killing 11 cadres of the outfit. Three soldiers were also injured in the attack. Again, the militants attempted to break the defence line around 5.45 pm and lost 15 of their cadres in troop’s retaliatory fire. Five soldiers were also killed while three others got injured.
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May - 18 
During separate clashes between the two sides in the Navakkulam, Marudhakulam, Palamoddai, Mundipurippu and Kallikulam areas of Vavuniya district and killed 10 militants while injuring at least six others.
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During separate clashes between the two sides in the Navakkulam, Marudhakulam, Palamoddai, Mundipurippu and Kallikulam areas of Vavuniya district and killed 10 militants while injuring at least six others.
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May - 18 
Five LTTE militants were injured when a tractor carrying militants was attacked by the troops in the Kayankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Five LTTE militants were injured when a tractor carrying militants was attacked by the troops in the Kayankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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May - 18 
Seven more militants were killed while more than 12 others injured in confrontations with the troops in the Alankulam and Nedunkandal areas of Mannar district. One soldier was killed while another got wounded in the confrontations.
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Seven more militants were killed while more than 12 others injured in confrontations with the troops in the Alankulam and Nedunkandal areas of Mannar district. One soldier was killed while another got wounded in the confrontations.
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May - 18 
SFs captured a LTTE bunker line at Kurukkandai killing seven militants. Four soldiers were also killed in the clash while three others sustained injuries in the incident. Three more soldiers went missing during the clash.
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SFs captured a LTTE bunker line at Kurukkandai killing seven militants. Four soldiers were also killed in the clash while three others sustained injuries in the incident. Three more soldiers went missing during the clash.
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May - 18 
SFs eliminated one LTTE militant in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. One soldier was also killed while four others sustained injuries in the clashes with the militants. The troops in a retaliatory fire killed one more LTTE militant while injured two others in the same area.
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SFs eliminated one LTTE militant in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. One soldier was also killed while four others sustained injuries in the clashes with the militants. The troops in a retaliatory fire killed one more LTTE militant while injured two others in the same area.
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May - 18 
The Sri Lanka Air Force MI 24 fighter helicopters bombed and neutralised an LTTE Tactical Operations Centre at Andankulam in the Mannar district, about three-km north of Mannar FDL (Forward Defence Line). The same Centre had been bombed a day earlier.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force MI 24 fighter helicopters bombed and neutralised an LTTE Tactical Operations Centre at Andankulam in the Mannar district, about three-km north of Mannar FDL (Forward Defence Line). The same Centre had been bombed a day earlier.
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May - 18 
Three militants were killed while 13 others reported injured during confrontations that erupted between the two sides in the areas north of Janakapura, Kokkuthuduvai, Andankulam and Kiriibbanwewa. Three soldiers also sustained injuries in action.
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Three militants were killed while 13 others reported injured during confrontations that erupted between the two sides in the areas north of Janakapura, Kokkuthuduvai, Andankulam and Kiriibbanwewa. Three soldiers also sustained injuries in action.
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May - 18 
Two soldiers were killed and another wounded in an LTTE mortar fire in the Periyamadu area. Another soldier was killed and four others got injured in LTTE-triggered improvised explosive devices (IEDs) explosions in the area north of Janakapura. Troops also recovered ten 60-mm mortar bombs, two pouch
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Two soldiers were killed and another wounded in an LTTE mortar fire in the Periyamadu area. Another soldier was killed and four others got injured in LTTE-triggered improvised explosive devices (IEDs) explosions in the area north of Janakapura. Troops also recovered ten 60-mm mortar bombs, two pouches, 180 anti personnel mines and twenty one IEDs. Separately, one trooper was killed during confrontation with the LTTE militants in the area northeast of Periyamadu.
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May - 19 
‘Pistol gang’ militants of the LTTE shot dead one civilian, identified as Karthilagesu Balachandran, inside the New Maill Wedge Hotel in Vavuniya town.
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‘Pistol gang’ militants of the LTTE shot dead one civilian, identified as Karthilagesu Balachandran, inside the New Maill Wedge Hotel in Vavuniya town.
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May - 19 
Another soldier was injured in an LTTE-triggered APM explosion in the Periyamadu area.
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Another soldier was injured in an LTTE-triggered APM explosion in the Periyamadu area.
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May - 19 
During another encounter in the Palampiddi area, the troops killed two militants and recovered 17 anti-personnel mines (APM). One soldier was also killed while another sustained injuries in the incident.
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During another encounter in the Palampiddi area, the troops killed two militants and recovered 17 anti-personnel mines (APM). One soldier was also killed while another sustained injuries in the incident.
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May - 19 
Four LTTE militants were killed and 20 others injured by the troops during separate incidents in the Kokkuthuduvai, Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of the Vavuniya district on May 19, reports SLA. The troops also recovered one communication set from the Janakapura area.
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Four LTTE militants were killed and 20 others injured by the troops during separate incidents in the Kokkuthuduvai, Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of the Vavuniya district on May 19, reports SLA. The troops also recovered one communication set from the Janakapura area.
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May - 19 
One soldier was killed and another sustained injuries during an LTTE attack in the Kiriibbanwewa area.
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One soldier was killed and another sustained injuries during an LTTE attack in the Kiriibbanwewa area.
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May - 19 
The security forces (SFs) also clashed with a group of LTTE militants in the Periyamadu area of the same district and killed three of them. One soldier was wounded in the incident. During subsequent search operations, the SFs recovered two T-56 assault rifles.
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The security forces (SFs) also clashed with a group of LTTE militants in the Periyamadu area of the same district and killed three of them. One soldier was wounded in the incident. During subsequent search operations, the SFs recovered two T-56 assault rifles.
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May - 19 
Two LTTE militants were killed by the troops at Kasawalpuliyankulam in the Omanthai area. Two claymore mines, two metres safety code, six detonators, two metres wire roll, two hand grenades, 90 T-56 ammunition rounds, three magazines and nine ration packets were recovered from the incident site. One
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Two LTTE militants were killed by the troops at Kasawalpuliyankulam in the Omanthai area. Two claymore mines, two metres safety code, six detonators, two metres wire roll, two hand grenades, 90 T-56 ammunition rounds, three magazines and nine ration packets were recovered from the incident site. One soldier sustained injuries in the incident.
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May - 19 
Two soldiers were injured during encounters with the militants in the Manipullkulam, Weeayamurippu and Minnukandi areas of Mannar district. The SFs later recovered 336 APMs and 23 booby traps from the areas.
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Two soldiers were injured during encounters with the militants in the Manipullkulam, Weeayamurippu and Minnukandi areas of Mannar district. The SFs later recovered 336 APMs and 23 booby traps from the areas.
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May - 19 
Two soldiers were wounded in separate clashes between the troops and militants in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district, according to SLA.
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Two soldiers were wounded in separate clashes between the troops and militants in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district, according to SLA.
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May - 20 
A senior ‘commander’ of the LTTE, identified as "Brigadier Balraj", who had led several attacks against the Sri Lankan military earlier died of a heart attack in Kilinochchi, the LTTE announced, according to Colombo Page. Quoting the outfit’s headquarters, the pro-LTTE Website Tamil Net said he died
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A senior ‘commander’ of the LTTE, identified as "Brigadier Balraj", who had led several attacks against the Sri Lankan military earlier died of a heart attack in Kilinochchi, the LTTE announced, according to Colombo Page. Quoting the outfit’s headquarters, the pro-LTTE Website Tamil Net said he died of a sudden heart attack at 2:00 pm on May 20 in Wanni. It also said that Balraj was the "first commander of the LTTE's conventional fighting formation, Charles Antony Brigade, established in 1991."
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May - 20 
At least 14 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and five others injured during an encounter with the troops in the Periyamadu area of Vavuniya district on May 20, reports Sri Lanka Army. The troops later recovered the dead bodies of two militants.
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At least 14 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and five others injured during an encounter with the troops in the Periyamadu area of Vavuniya district on May 20, reports Sri Lanka Army. The troops later recovered the dead bodies of two militants.
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May - 20 
Five more LTTE militants were killed and 15 others sustained injuries during clashes with the troops in the Palaiandankulam, Kokkuthuduvai, Kiriibbanwewa, Thunukkakulam and Pattankulam areas of the same district. Three soldiers were wounded in LTTE-triggered anti-personnel mine (APM) explosions in t
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Five more LTTE militants were killed and 15 others sustained injuries during clashes with the troops in the Palaiandankulam, Kokkuthuduvai, Kiriibbanwewa, Thunukkakulam and Pattankulam areas of the same district. Three soldiers were wounded in LTTE-triggered anti-personnel mine (APM) explosions in the areas north of Janakapura and Pattankulam. Also, the security forces (SFs) recovered 236 APMs, 11 improvised explosive devices (IEDs), twelve 120-mm mortar bombs, eighteen 81-mm mortar bombs, three hand grenades, one T-56 weapon and five field dressings from the above areas.
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May - 20 
Seven soldiers were injured when the LTTE militants opened fire towards SFs in the Mundipurippu area of Mannar district.
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Seven soldiers were injured when the LTTE militants opened fire towards SFs in the Mundipurippu area of Mannar district.
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May - 20 
The LTTE militants opened fire towards the troops in the Thunnikaddukulam, Palamoddai and Minnukandi areas of Vavuniya district, injuring three SF personnel.
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The LTTE militants opened fire towards the troops in the Thunnikaddukulam, Palamoddai and Minnukandi areas of Vavuniya district, injuring three SF personnel.
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May - 20 
Three policemen were injured in an LTTE attack on the police post at Chettukulam on the Medawachchi – Mannar road.
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Three policemen were injured in an LTTE attack on the police post at Chettukulam on the Medawachchi – Mannar road.
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May - 21 
The Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 fighter crafts neutralised a LTTE camp, about 2½-km ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district on May 21.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 fighter crafts neutralised a LTTE camp, about 2½-km ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district on May 21.
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May - 22 
A member of the Eelam Peoples' Democratic Party (EPDP), identified as Ranaiyya Devan, was shot at and injured by suspected LTTE militants at the Mannar Town area, reports Ministry of Defence Website. He was distributing an EPDP published newspaper at the Mannar bazaar area, sources said.
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A member of the Eelam Peoples' Democratic Party (EPDP), identified as Ranaiyya Devan, was shot at and injured by suspected LTTE militants at the Mannar Town area, reports Ministry of Defence Website. He was distributing an EPDP published newspaper at the Mannar bazaar area, sources said.
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May - 22 
Another soldier was injured when the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants at Palampiddi in the Vavuniya district.
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Another soldier was injured when the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants at Palampiddi in the Vavuniya district.
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May - 22 
At least 11 LTTE militants were killed and about 12 others injured during clashes with the troops in the Janakapura, Kokkuthuduvai, Kiriibbanwewa and surrounding areas of Welioya in the Vavuniya district on May 22.
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At least 11 LTTE militants were killed and about 12 others injured during clashes with the troops in the Janakapura, Kokkuthuduvai, Kiriibbanwewa and surrounding areas of Welioya in the Vavuniya district on May 22.
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May - 22 
At least 17 LTTE militants were killed and 26 others injured during clashes with the troops in the areas north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district, according to SLA. Four dead bodies of female militants were recovered from the area.
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At least 17 LTTE militants were killed and 26 others injured during clashes with the troops in the areas north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district, according to SLA. Four dead bodies of female militants were recovered from the area.
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May - 22 
At Periyamadu, troops neutralised an LTTE bunker line and killed at least five militants while injuring four others. Three soldiers were also wounded in the clashes. Another soldier got injured in an LTTE laid anti personnel mine (APM) explosion in the same area.
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At Periyamadu, troops neutralised an LTTE bunker line and killed at least five militants while injuring four others. Three soldiers were also wounded in the clashes. Another soldier got injured in an LTTE laid anti personnel mine (APM) explosion in the same area.
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May - 22 
Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during an encounter with the troops in the Parappakandattan area of Mannar district on May 22, Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reported. The troops later recovered the dead bodies of all the five militants along with five T-56 weapons.
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Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during an encounter with the troops in the Parappakandattan area of Mannar district on May 22, Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reported. The troops later recovered the dead bodies of all the five militants along with five T-56 weapons.
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May - 22 
SFs captured an LTTE trench line in the jungles north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district and also recovered two hand grenades, 72 anti-personnel mines, 29 booby traps and two LTTE assault rifles.
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SFs captured an LTTE trench line in the jungles north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district and also recovered two hand grenades, 72 anti-personnel mines, 29 booby traps and two LTTE assault rifles.
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May - 22 
The LTTE militants lobbed a hand grenade towards an Army point near the Duraiappa Stadium in Jaffna injuring one soldier.
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The LTTE militants lobbed a hand grenade towards an Army point near the Duraiappa Stadium in Jaffna injuring one soldier.
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May - 22 
The LTTE militants opened artillery fire towards the SFs in the Palampiddi area of Mannar district and killed one soldier and injured two others. Similarly, one more soldier was killed in an LTTE attack in the Nedunkandal area.
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The LTTE militants opened artillery fire towards the SFs in the Palampiddi area of Mannar district and killed one soldier and injured two others. Similarly, one more soldier was killed in an LTTE attack in the Nedunkandal area.
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May - 22 
The security forces (SFs) killed three LTTE militants during encounters in the Mundipurippu and Palamoddai areas of the Mannar and Vavuniya districts.
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The security forces (SFs) killed three LTTE militants during encounters in the Mundipurippu and Palamoddai areas of the Mannar and Vavuniya districts.
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May - 22 
The SFs eliminated one more LTTE militant while he was attempting to infiltrate the Muhamalai FDL in Jaffna district.
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The SFs eliminated one more LTTE militant while he was attempting to infiltrate the Muhamalai FDL in Jaffna district.
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May - 22 
Two soldiers were injured in two separate LTTE–triggered APM explosions in the Konakkarankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Two soldiers were injured in two separate LTTE–triggered APM explosions in the Konakkarankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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May - 23 
16 civilians, including six children comprising of four girls and two boys, were killed in a Sri Lanka Army (SLA) Deep Penetration Unit (DPU)-triggered claymore mine explosion targeting a Hiace van returning from Muzhangkaavil hospital to Kilinochchi on the Murikandi - Akkaraayan Road at around 2:15
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16 civilians, including six children comprising of four girls and two boys, were killed in a Sri Lanka Army (SLA) Deep Penetration Unit (DPU)-triggered claymore mine explosion targeting a Hiace van returning from Muzhangkaavil hospital to Kilinochchi on the Murikandi - Akkaraayan Road at around 2:15pm on May 23, reports pro-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Website Tamil Net. Earlier, Assistant Director of Fisheries in Mannar, J.G.Jujin, and another civilian were killed when a DPU triggered claymore mine explosion targeted an ambulance of the Kilinochchi hospital at Muzhangkaavil at around at 8:00 am. The SLA, however, denying its involvement and said that the areas alleged lie about 100-km away from the northern most Omanthai Entry/Exit point and defence lines under the Government control in Vavuniya, adds Daily News.
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May - 23 
Also, the security forces (SFs) neutralised 13 LTTE bunkers during separate attacks in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. Two soldiers and three militants were reported injured in the clashes.
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Also, the security forces (SFs) neutralised 13 LTTE bunkers during separate attacks in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. Two soldiers and three militants were reported injured in the clashes.
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May - 23 
Four LTTE militants were killed and more than a dozen injured by the troops during separate encounters in the Periyamadu, Navathkulama, Nedunkandal, Wedimurippu and Kurukkandai areas of Mannar and Vavuniya districts, according to Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The troops later recovered 10 hand grenades from
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Four LTTE militants were killed and more than a dozen injured by the troops during separate encounters in the Periyamadu, Navathkulama, Nedunkandal, Wedimurippu and Kurukkandai areas of Mannar and Vavuniya districts, according to Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The troops later recovered 10 hand grenades from the confronted areas.
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May - 23 
SLAF fighter jets shelled an LTTE boat hiding place at Chundikulam in the Jaffna district and an LTTE camp south of Periyamadu in the Vavuniya district.
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SLAF fighter jets shelled an LTTE boat hiding place at Chundikulam in the Jaffna district and an LTTE camp south of Periyamadu in the Vavuniya district.
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May - 23 
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets neutralised a LTTE command centre in the Parappakandattan area of Mannar district. Similarly, the MI – 24 fighter craft of the SLAF bombed an LTTE camp East of Adampan, 1-½ km a head of the Mannar FDL (Forward Defence Line).
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The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets neutralised a LTTE command centre in the Parappakandattan area of Mannar district. Similarly, the MI – 24 fighter craft of the SLAF bombed an LTTE camp East of Adampan, 1-½ km a head of the Mannar FDL (Forward Defence Line).
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May - 24 
Another soldier was injured in an LTTE-trigged anti-personnel mine explosion in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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Another soldier was injured in an LTTE-trigged anti-personnel mine explosion in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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May - 24 
During encounters between the two sides in the Mundipurippu, Veddayamurippu, Malikaittidal and Nedunkandal areas of Mannar and Vavuniya districts, the troops killed two more LTTE militants and injured eight others. One soldier was reportedly killed while another was injured in the incident.
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During encounters between the two sides in the Mundipurippu, Veddayamurippu, Malikaittidal and Nedunkandal areas of Mannar and Vavuniya districts, the troops killed two more LTTE militants and injured eight others. One soldier was reportedly killed while another was injured in the incident.
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May - 24 
Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 14 others wounded by the troops during clashes in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district on May 24, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while five others sustained injuries in the clashes.
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Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 14 others wounded by the troops during clashes in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district on May 24, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while five others sustained injuries in the clashes.
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May - 24 
SFs observed a flotilla of Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats, probably on a reconnaissance mission, in the Nagarkovil area and opened artillery fire. Details of the incident is awaited.
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SFs observed a flotilla of Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats, probably on a reconnaissance mission, in the Nagarkovil area and opened artillery fire. Details of the incident is awaited.
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May - 24 
The security forces (SFs) neutralised 11 LTTE bunkers in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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The security forces (SFs) neutralised 11 LTTE bunkers in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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May - 25 
10 LTTE cadres were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Mundipurippu area of the Vavuniya district on May 25. The SFs later recovered 10 IEDs, 10 anti-personnel mines (APMs), one Arul bomb, 400 T-56 ammunition rounds, 400 Multi Purpose Machine Gun ammunition rounds, eighteen 60-mm mortar
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10 LTTE cadres were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Mundipurippu area of the Vavuniya district on May 25. The SFs later recovered 10 IEDs, 10 anti-personnel mines (APMs), one Arul bomb, 400 T-56 ammunition rounds, 400 Multi Purpose Machine Gun ammunition rounds, eighteen 60-mm mortar fuses and 11 APM fuses from the incident site.
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May - 25 
10 more militants were killed and a dozen others injured during clashes with the troops in the Kurukkandai, Paleipperumalkadu, Pediyaarippu, Nedunkandal, Maravitikannadi and Welioya north areas of the Mannar and Vavuniya districts. Seven soldiers sustained injuries in these clashes.
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10 more militants were killed and a dozen others injured during clashes with the troops in the Kurukkandai, Paleipperumalkadu, Pediyaarippu, Nedunkandal, Maravitikannadi and Welioya north areas of the Mannar and Vavuniya districts. Seven soldiers sustained injuries in these clashes.
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May - 25 
An LTTE cadre moving ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district was killed by the troops.
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An LTTE cadre moving ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district was killed by the troops.
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May - 25 
Another soldier was injured in an APM explosion at Perankulam in the Mannar district.
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Another soldier was injured in an APM explosion at Perankulam in the Mannar district.
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May - 25 
In clashes between the two sides in the Palampiddi, Arsamadu and Periyamadu areas of the Vavuniya district, the troops killed six militants and injured three others.
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In clashes between the two sides in the Palampiddi, Arsamadu and Periyamadu areas of the Vavuniya district, the troops killed six militants and injured three others.
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May - 25 
One soldier was injured in an LTTE-triggered APM explosion near the Muhamalai FDL.
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One soldier was injured in an LTTE-triggered APM explosion near the Muhamalai FDL.
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May - 25 
SFs killed three LTTE militants in the area north of Palampiddi and also recovered three T-56 weapons
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SFs killed three LTTE militants in the area north of Palampiddi and also recovered three T-56 weapons
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May - 26 
At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and a dozen others were injured in sporadic clashes between the militants and troops in the Mannar and Vavuniya districts on May 26, reports Sri Lanka Army. Clashes were reported from Palamoddai, Vedamakilam and Periyamadu in
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At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and a dozen others were injured in sporadic clashes between the militants and troops in the Mannar and Vavuniya districts on May 26, reports Sri Lanka Army. Clashes were reported from Palamoddai, Vedamakilam and Periyamadu in the Vavuniya district and Mundipurippu, Velankulam, Mampulikulam, Thampamoddai and Nedunkandal in Mannar district. Seven soldiers were wounded in the clashes.
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May - 26 
Five more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the area north of Janakapura and Andankulam jungle areas in the Vavuniya district. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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Five more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the area north of Janakapura and Andankulam jungle areas in the Vavuniya district. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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May - 26 
The improvised explosive devices (IED) expert of the LTTE in Mannar, identified as Dhora, was killed in an air strike carried out by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) MI-24 fighter craft in the area north of Adampan in the Mannar district, according to Sri Lanka Army. An explosive dump of the LTTE was
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The improvised explosive devices (IED) expert of the LTTE in Mannar, identified as Dhora, was killed in an air strike carried out by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) MI-24 fighter craft in the area north of Adampan in the Mannar district, according to Sri Lanka Army. An explosive dump of the LTTE was also destroyed in the attack. Separately, the SLAF neutralised LTTE camps at Andankulam in the same district.
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May - 27 
Four more LTTE militants were killed and 20 others sustained injuries during encounters with the troops in the Kuddeadi, Alankulam, Karankuddi, Piriyanweli, Veddayamurippu, Minnukandi and Mankadu areas of Mannar district.
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Four more LTTE militants were killed and 20 others sustained injuries during encounters with the troops in the Kuddeadi, Alankulam, Karankuddi, Piriyanweli, Veddayamurippu, Minnukandi and Mankadu areas of Mannar district.
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May - 27 
On May 27, the SFs killed seven LTTE militants and wounded 14 others during encounters in the Janakapura, Andankulam, Punnankulam and Palaiandankulam areas of the Vavuniya district, according to SLA reports. The troops also captured one bunker along with three trenches in the Janakapura area and rec
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On May 27, the SFs killed seven LTTE militants and wounded 14 others during encounters in the Janakapura, Andankulam, Punnankulam and Palaiandankulam areas of the Vavuniya district, according to SLA reports. The troops also captured one bunker along with three trenches in the Janakapura area and recovered 187 anti-personnel mines and seven booby traps from the Welioya area.
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May - 27 
The troops clashed with two groups of LTTE militants in the Nelukkulama and Mundipurippu areas and killed four militants.
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The troops clashed with two groups of LTTE militants in the Nelukkulama and Mundipurippu areas and killed four militants.
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May - 27 
Three soldiers were injured in an LTTE attack and explosions of anti-personnel mines in the Periyamadu, Periyakulam and Madukulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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Three soldiers were injured in an LTTE attack and explosions of anti-personnel mines in the Periyamadu, Periyakulam and Madukulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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May - 28 
11 militants were killed and seven others injured during clashes with the SFs in the Olumaduwai, Periyamadu, Sinnamalayankaddu and Kappankulam areas of the Mannar and Vavuniya districts.
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11 militants were killed and seven others injured during clashes with the SFs in the Olumaduwai, Periyamadu, Sinnamalayankaddu and Kappankulam areas of the Mannar and Vavuniya districts.
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May - 28 
During another clash between the two sides in the Nedunkandal area of Mannar district, the SFs killed four more militants while injuring three others.
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During another clash between the two sides in the Nedunkandal area of Mannar district, the SFs killed four more militants while injuring three others.
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May - 28 
Four LTTE militants were killed and 10 others were injured in clashes with the troops in the Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Andankulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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Four LTTE militants were killed and 10 others were injured in clashes with the troops in the Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Andankulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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May - 28 
Paramarupasingham Devakumar, the Jaffna area correspondent for SIRASA, MTV and SHAKTHI TV channels, and his friend Mahendran Varathan, employee at the Jaffna District Secretariat, were hacked to death by suspected LTTE militants in the Navali area of Jaffna district.
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Paramarupasingham Devakumar, the Jaffna area correspondent for SIRASA, MTV and SHAKTHI TV channels, and his friend Mahendran Varathan, employee at the Jaffna District Secretariat, were hacked to death by suspected LTTE militants in the Navali area of Jaffna district.
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May - 28 
The security forces (SFs) captured one of the major LTTE bases in the Welioya front known as ‘’Munakkam Base’’ after four days of fighting on May 28. The base fortified with bunkers and trenches consisted of many buildings interconnected with long underground tunnels, living blocks and other adminis
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The security forces (SFs) captured one of the major LTTE bases in the Welioya front known as ‘’Munakkam Base’’ after four days of fighting on May 28. The base fortified with bunkers and trenches consisted of many buildings interconnected with long underground tunnels, living blocks and other administrative and command points.
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May - 28 
Two soldiers sustained injuries in an improvised explosive device explosion in the Janakapura area.
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Two soldiers sustained injuries in an improvised explosive device explosion in the Janakapura area.
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May - 28 
Two soldiers were killed while four others sustained injuries during clashes with the LTTE militants at Periyamadu, Mundipurippu and Pinnamanayaikaddu areas of Vavuniya district.
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Two soldiers were killed while four others sustained injuries during clashes with the LTTE militants at Periyamadu, Mundipurippu and Pinnamanayaikaddu areas of Vavuniya district.
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May - 29 
At least 14 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed 42 others injured as security forces (SFs) captured one of the outfit’s major strategic bases known as "Munnagam" in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district on May 29. Military spokesman Udaya Nanayakkara told Daily News, "Th
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At least 14 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed 42 others injured as security forces (SFs) captured one of the outfit’s major strategic bases known as "Munnagam" in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district on May 29. Military spokesman Udaya Nanayakkara told Daily News, "The LTTE cadres facing fierce attacks and resistance from the Security Forces fled from Munnagam, six km ahead of north Janakapura, Welioya FDLs. At least 14 Tiger cadres were killed and 42 others injured while a soldier was killed and seven others injured in action." The Munnagam base was used to coordinate and launch attacks against the SFs and was considered as a backup base of the LTTE, he added. "The terrorist base, half a square acre in size consisted of three permanent buildings, three command 'bunkers' each of which was 15 feet x 10 feet x 8 feet and two observations turrets. The other facilities consisted of a large kitchen, storage rooms and complete with an underground trench system linking each other," informed the Media Centre for National Security.
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May - 29 
Colombo Page reports that the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets and Mi-24 helicopter gun-ships neutralised key LTTE locations in the Mullaitivu, Kilinochchi and Mannar districts. SLAF spokesman Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara said that the targets included a LTTE training camp, identified as
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Colombo Page reports that the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets and Mi-24 helicopter gun-ships neutralised key LTTE locations in the Mullaitivu, Kilinochchi and Mannar districts. SLAF spokesman Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara said that the targets included a LTTE training camp, identified as 'Vellamalai base’ in Mullaitivu, a fortified LTTE forward operational base in Kilinochchi and several LTTE hideouts at Pullekyarkulam in Mannar.
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May - 29 
During the same time, the LTTE militants opened a string of artillery fire towards Jaffna town centre from their bases in Pooneryn which struck 18 people sleeping in their houses, according to Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reports. While six of the civilians died in the LTTE artillery fire, 12 others were in
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During the same time, the LTTE militants opened a string of artillery fire towards Jaffna town centre from their bases in Pooneryn which struck 18 people sleeping in their houses, according to Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reports. While six of the civilians died in the LTTE artillery fire, 12 others were injured.
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May - 29 
One soldier was killed while two others sustained injuries during the clash between the LTTE and troops at the Chiraththivu islet of Jaffna district on May 29-morning. As reported earlier, 15 LTTE militants were killed in the incident.
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One soldier was killed while two others sustained injuries during the clash between the LTTE and troops at the Chiraththivu islet of Jaffna district on May 29-morning. As reported earlier, 15 LTTE militants were killed in the incident.
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May - 29 
Six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed as the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) launched an attack on two Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats transporting fuel barrels to un-cleared areas (area not under Government control) via the seas off Uddimukkanthurai in the Mannar distric
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Six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed as the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) launched an attack on two Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats transporting fuel barrels to un-cleared areas (area not under Government control) via the seas off Uddimukkanthurai in the Mannar district on May 29, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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May - 29 
Six militants were killed and more than 20 others wounded as the troops launched attacks in the jungle areas of Periyamadu Kulam, Palamoddai, Andankulam, Kiriibbanwewa and Janakapura areas of Vavuniya district. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident at Andankulam. The SFs recovered one T-56
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Six militants were killed and more than 20 others wounded as the troops launched attacks in the jungle areas of Periyamadu Kulam, Palamoddai, Andankulam, Kiriibbanwewa and Janakapura areas of Vavuniya district. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident at Andankulam. The SFs recovered one T-56 weapon, seven LTTE flags, 500 rounds of ammunition and 28 hand grenades in Janakapura.
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May - 29 
The LTTE militants triggered an explosion targeting a police vehicle patrolling the area between Pampaimadu and Chekkadipilaw in the Vavuniya district, injuring three constables.
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The LTTE militants triggered an explosion targeting a police vehicle patrolling the area between Pampaimadu and Chekkadipilaw in the Vavuniya district, injuring three constables.
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May - 29 
The security forces (SFs) foiled a pre-dawn sea attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) sinking three Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats and killing at least 15 militants on May 29 (today), reported Colombo Page. A combined Army-Navy operation at the Chiraththivu islet of Jaffn
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The security forces (SFs) foiled a pre-dawn sea attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) sinking three Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats and killing at least 15 militants on May 29 (today), reported Colombo Page. A combined Army-Navy operation at the Chiraththivu islet of Jaffna district foiled an attempt by the LTTE to infiltrate the military detachment located between the Jaffna mainland and the Mandaithivu Island from the sea. Defence reports said that the Sea Tigers launched a second attack in six boats towards the same islet from the Pooneryn area. Troops repulsed the offensive sinking three boats and heavily damaging another which sank in the shallow waters at around 2am (SLT). Meanwhile, the pro-LTTE Website Tamil Net said that 13 navy personnel were killed in the incident. It also reported that the raid was launched at 1:25am and the camp was brought under LTTE control at 2am.
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May - 30 
On May 30, one soldier was killed and two others injured during clashes at Maruthamadu in the Vavuniya district.
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On May 30, one soldier was killed and two others injured during clashes at Maruthamadu in the Vavuniya district.
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May - 30 
Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets neutralised an LTTE artillery position and mortar launching pad at the Kalmunai Point, about 6-km south of Jaffna town.
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Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets neutralised an LTTE artillery position and mortar launching pad at the Kalmunai Point, about 6-km south of Jaffna town.
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May - 31 
At least 19 LTTE militants were killed and more than 15 others injured during clashes with the troops in the Kodikamam, Nedunkandal and Pullekyarkulam areas of Mannar district on May 31. Three soldiers were also killed while 10 others received injuries in these clashes.
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At least 19 LTTE militants were killed and more than 15 others injured during clashes with the troops in the Kodikamam, Nedunkandal and Pullekyarkulam areas of Mannar district on May 31. Three soldiers were also killed while 10 others received injuries in these clashes.
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May - 31 
The troops confronted with the LTTE militants in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district and killed three militants and wounded two others. One soldier was also injured in action.
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The troops confronted with the LTTE militants in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district and killed three militants and wounded two others. One soldier was also injured in action.
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May - 31 
Three more LTTE militants were killed and four others injured by the troops during encounters in the Navathkulama, Periyamadu Kulam, Periyamadu and Mundipurippu areas of Vavuniya district.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed and four others injured by the troops during encounters in the Navathkulama, Periyamadu Kulam, Periyamadu and Mundipurippu areas of Vavuniya district.
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May - 31 
Three soldiers and two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during clashes that erupted between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura and Andankulam in the Vavuniya district on May 31, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers and an equal number of militants were injured
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Three soldiers and two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during clashes that erupted between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura and Andankulam in the Vavuniya district on May 31, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers and an equal number of militants were injured in the clashes.
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*Data till , May 18, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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