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Major Incidents:2008
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January - 2 
A day earlier, troops entered the LTTE bunker lines in Vaiyaththukulam and killed four militants. While ine soldier was injured in the encounter, the troops destroyed one bunker and recovered one T-56 weapon and an Icom radio set from the incident site.
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A day earlier, troops entered the LTTE bunker lines in Vaiyaththukulam and killed four militants. While ine soldier was injured in the encounter, the troops destroyed one bunker and recovered one T-56 weapon and an Icom radio set from the incident site.
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January - 3 
In Umayaratuvarankulam, troops destroyed a LTTE bunker, killing four militants.
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In Umayaratuvarankulam, troops destroyed a LTTE bunker, killing four militants.
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January - 3 
On January 3, troops observed an infiltration attempt of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants into the security forces held areas west ofPalamoddai in the Vavuniya district and launched counter fire killing at least four militants, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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On January 3, troops observed an infiltration attempt of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants into the security forces held areas west ofPalamoddai in the Vavuniya district and launched counter fire killing at least four militants, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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January - 5 
A day earlier, troops in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed three of them.
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A day earlier, troops in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed three of them.
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January - 6 
A day earlier, troops killed four LTTE militants during an encounter at Kaduruvitankulam in the Vavuniya district and also recovered 46 anti-personnel mines from the incident site.
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A day earlier, troops killed four LTTE militants during an encounter at Kaduruvitankulam in the Vavuniya district and also recovered 46 anti-personnel mines from the incident site.
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January - 6 
Five LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter in the Kutinchankulam area of Vavuniya district, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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Five LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter in the Kutinchankulam area of Vavuniya district, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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January - 7 
Troops launched an attack on an LTTE bunker in the general area south of A-9 road at Muhamale in Jaffna on January 7 and killed two LTTE cadres who were inside the bunker. Elsewhere, troops at Talaivankulam in Vavuniya killed four militants on the same day.
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Troops launched an attack on an LTTE bunker in the general area south of A-9 road at Muhamale in Jaffna on January 7 and killed two LTTE cadres who were inside the bunker. Elsewhere, troops at Talaivankulam in Vavuniya killed four militants on the same day.
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January - 8 
A day earlier, troops at Kutinchankulam in the Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed three of them. Four soldiers sustained injuries during the exchange of fire.
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A day earlier, troops at Kutinchankulam in the Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed three of them. Four soldiers sustained injuries during the exchange of fire.
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January - 9 
In another clash between the two sides at Chettukulam in the Vavuniya district, troops killed five LTTE militants and captured one bunker of the outfit. Three soldiers sustained injuries due to the explosion of anti-personnel mines during the clash.
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In another clash between the two sides at Chettukulam in the Vavuniya district, troops killed five LTTE militants and captured one bunker of the outfit. Three soldiers sustained injuries due to the explosion of anti-personnel mines during the clash.
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January - 10 
On the same day, troops attacked another LTTE bunker line at Palamoddai in the Vavuniya district and killed six militants.
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On the same day, troops attacked another LTTE bunker line at Palamoddai in the Vavuniya district and killed six militants.
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January - 10 
Troops attacked a LTTE stronghold in the jungle off Janakapura in the Vavuniya district and killed three militants.
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Troops attacked a LTTE stronghold in the jungle off Janakapura in the Vavuniya district and killed three militants.
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January - 11 
A day earlier, troops after observing two groups of LTTE militants in the area north of Villattikulam in the Vavuniya district launched an attack on them, killing 13 militants. While six militants were killed and at least one injured in the first attack, troops killed seven more militants and injure
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A day earlier, troops after observing two groups of LTTE militants in the area north of Villattikulam in the Vavuniya district launched an attack on them, killing 13 militants. While six militants were killed and at least one injured in the first attack, troops killed seven more militants and injured nine others in the second attack.
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January - 12 
During another clash that erupted between the two sides at Pulipanthayakulam, troops killed four militants. One soldier was also inured in the incident.
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During another clash that erupted between the two sides at Pulipanthayakulam, troops killed four militants. One soldier was also inured in the incident.
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January - 14 
On January 14, the LTTE cadres triggered off a powerful claymore mine targeting one civilian vehicle moving in the Kudakachchikudi area of Vavuniya district. Two army soldiers and the driver of the vehicle were killed in the explosion while three soldiers and another civilian were injured. The soldi
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On January 14, the LTTE cadres triggered off a powerful claymore mine targeting one civilian vehicle moving in the Kudakachchikudi area of Vavuniya district. Two army soldiers and the driver of the vehicle were killed in the explosion while three soldiers and another civilian were injured. The soldiers were providing escort to the vehicle which was carrying some materials to a quarry.
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January - 14 
Three more LTTE militants were killed and an equal number of them injured during an encounter with the troops at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed and an equal number of them injured during an encounter with the troops at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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January - 15 
A day earlier, troops attacked and captured one LTTE bunker killing at least four militants in the Periyapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of two female LTTE militants along with four T-56 weapons from the captured bunker.
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A day earlier, troops attacked and captured one LTTE bunker killing at least four militants in the Periyapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of two female LTTE militants along with four T-56 weapons from the captured bunker.
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January - 15 
During another encounter between the two sides in the Parikariperiyakulam area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed five LTTE militants.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the Parikariperiyakulam area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed five LTTE militants.
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January - 15 
on January 15, during a clash that erupted between the two sides at Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, troops killed three LTTE militants and injured two others. Separately, one soldier was killed and an unspecified number of LTTE militants were injured during another exchange of fire between the
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on January 15, during a clash that erupted between the two sides at Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, troops killed three LTTE militants and injured two others. Separately, one soldier was killed and an unspecified number of LTTE militants were injured during another exchange of fire between the two sides in the same area. During another clash in the same area, troops killed one LTTE militant and injured two others.
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January - 16 
A day earlier, troops opened artillery fire towards an LTTE camp in the Kokkutoduvai area of Vavuniya district and killed two militants while injuring at least five of them.
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A day earlier, troops opened artillery fire towards an LTTE camp in the Kokkutoduvai area of Vavuniya district and killed two militants while injuring at least five of them.
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January - 17 
During another encounter between the two sides in the Kurunchakulam area, troops killed four LTTE militants on January 17.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the Kurunchakulam area, troops killed four LTTE militants on January 17.
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January - 18 
On January 18, troops destroyed an LTTE bunker in the Maruthamadu area in the Vavuniya district, killing four female militants.
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On January 18, troops destroyed an LTTE bunker in the Maruthamadu area in the Vavuniya district, killing four female militants.
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January - 19 
Four LTTE militants aboard a tractor were killed when troops opened fire towards the tractor moving about 5-km south of Madhu. Separately, troops shot dead three militants in the same area. Troops also opened fire towards another tractor carrying LTTE militants in the same area, killing two militant
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Four LTTE militants aboard a tractor were killed when troops opened fire towards the tractor moving about 5-km south of Madhu. Separately, troops shot dead three militants in the same area. Troops also opened fire towards another tractor carrying LTTE militants in the same area, killing two militants. Two more LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter in the same area.
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January - 19 
Troops on advance from their Chettukulam FDL in the Vvauniya district attacked and destroyed two LTTE trenches on January 19. Six LTTE militants were killed and 10 others injured in the incident.
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Troops on advance from their Chettukulam FDL in the Vvauniya district attacked and destroyed two LTTE trenches on January 19. Six LTTE militants were killed and 10 others injured in the incident.
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January - 20 
Seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when troops attacked a bunker of the outfit in the Pullippankiyarkulam area of Vavuniya district on January 20, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops later recovered dead bodies of five militants along with four T-56 weapons, two T-81 weap
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Seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when troops attacked a bunker of the outfit in the Pullippankiyarkulam area of Vavuniya district on January 20, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops later recovered dead bodies of five militants along with four T-56 weapons, two T-81 weapons, two 60 mm mortar bombs and 18 hand grenades.
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January - 21 
Four more LTTE militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured during another clash between the two sides in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district.
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Four more LTTE militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured during another clash between the two sides in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district.
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January - 21 
Troops attacked a group of LTTE militants moving in the general area of Mullikulam in the Vavuniya district on January 21. In the ensuing gun battle, troops killed seven militants. During subsequent search operations in the area troops recovered the dead body of one LTTE militant along with one T-56
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Troops attacked a group of LTTE militants moving in the general area of Mullikulam in the Vavuniya district on January 21. In the ensuing gun battle, troops killed seven militants. During subsequent search operations in the area troops recovered the dead body of one LTTE militant along with one T-56 weapon in his possession.
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January - 22 
The troops in the general area north of Janakapura confronted another group of LTTE militants and killed six of them.
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The troops in the general area north of Janakapura confronted another group of LTTE militants and killed six of them.
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January - 24 
Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in three separate attacks launched on the outfit’s bunkers at Anandankulam in the Vavuniya district on January 24, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in three separate attacks launched on the outfit’s bunkers at Anandankulam in the Vavuniya district on January 24, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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January - 25 
At least six LTTE militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured when troops assaulted a pocket of militants who were firing at troops from a bunker in the Periyapandirichchan area of Vavuniya district. One soldier who received injuries during the incident died later. Troops also de
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At least six LTTE militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured when troops assaulted a pocket of militants who were firing at troops from a bunker in the Periyapandirichchan area of Vavuniya district. One soldier who received injuries during the incident died later. Troops also destroyed the bunker during the operation.
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January - 26 
During a clash that erupted between the two sides at Villattikulam, the troops killed five militants.
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During a clash that erupted between the two sides at Villattikulam, the troops killed five militants.
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January - 26 
Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter near the Kiriibbanwewa FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Vavuniya district.
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Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter near the Kiriibbanwewa FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Vavuniya district.
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January - 27 
A day earlier, troops after observing the LTTE militants constructing a new bunker line in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district, launched an assault towards them and killed six militants.
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A day earlier, troops after observing the LTTE militants constructing a new bunker line in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district, launched an assault towards them and killed six militants.
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January - 27 
On January 27, troops killed three LTTE cadres who attempted to enter into the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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On January 27, troops killed three LTTE cadres who attempted to enter into the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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January - 28 
Troops at Umayaratuvarankulam launched an attack on an LTTE gathering and killed six militants.
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Troops at Umayaratuvarankulam launched an attack on an LTTE gathering and killed six militants.
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January - 30 
Five LTTE militants who infiltrated into the general areas (areas under government control) at the Kokkuthuduvai FDL were killed in an encounter by the troops. Troops launched another attack on a group of LTTE militants moving in the Villattikulam area and killed four of them. At Andankulam FDL in t
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Five LTTE militants who infiltrated into the general areas (areas under government control) at the Kokkuthuduvai FDL were killed in an encounter by the troops. Troops launched another attack on a group of LTTE militants moving in the Villattikulam area and killed four of them. At Andankulam FDL in the same district, the troops killed four more LTTE militants during two separate attacks.
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January - 31 
Troops stormed an LTTE bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district on January 31 and killed at least eight militants. An unspecified number militants sustained injuries in the incident.
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Troops stormed an LTTE bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district on January 31 and killed at least eight militants. An unspecified number militants sustained injuries in the incident.
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February - 1 
At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops attacked a group of the outfit’s militants in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district on February 1, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops attacked a group of the outfit’s militants in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district on February 1, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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February - 1 
Troops recovered the dead bodies of four LTTE militants lying in shrubs in the Vavuniya district.
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Troops recovered the dead bodies of four LTTE militants lying in shrubs in the Vavuniya district.
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February - 2 
During another confrontation between the two sides in the Periyapanchurichchan and Navakkulam areas, troops killed seven LTTE militants. Five more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Kallikulam area. One soldier was also injured during the confrontation.
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During another confrontation between the two sides in the Periyapanchurichchan and Navakkulam areas, troops killed seven LTTE militants. Five more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Kallikulam area. One soldier was also injured during the confrontation.
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February - 2 
Eight more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Eight more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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February - 2 
Two soldiers were killed and an equal number of them sustained injuries when a gun battle erupted between the two sides in the Ethawatunuwewa area following LTTE fire towards the troops. Troops repulsed the attack and killed one militant.
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Two soldiers were killed and an equal number of them sustained injuries when a gun battle erupted between the two sides in the Ethawatunuwewa area following LTTE fire towards the troops. Troops repulsed the attack and killed one militant.
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February - 4 
On February 4, the LTTE militants opened fire towards the troops in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. In the ensuing gun battle two soldiers and a militant were killed while another soldier sustained injuries.
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On February 4, the LTTE militants opened fire towards the troops in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. In the ensuing gun battle two soldiers and a militant were killed while another soldier sustained injuries.
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February - 4 
Three LTTE militants and a soldier were killed during a gun battle in the Periyapanchurichchan.
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Three LTTE militants and a soldier were killed during a gun battle in the Periyapanchurichchan.
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February - 5 
The troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed nine militants. At least six more militants were reported injured in the confrontation.
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The troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed nine militants. At least six more militants were reported injured in the confrontation.
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February - 5 
Troops launched an attack on an LTTE bunker in the Kallikulam area and killed four militants. In the Kokkuthuduvai area, troops during a search and clear operations confronted the LTTE militants and killed four of them. Four more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Ma
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Troops launched an attack on an LTTE bunker in the Kallikulam area and killed four militants. In the Kokkuthuduvai area, troops during a search and clear operations confronted the LTTE militants and killed four of them. Four more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Madu area.
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February - 6 
At Umayarathuwankulam, troops attacked and captured a LTTE bunker killing five militants.
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At Umayarathuwankulam, troops attacked and captured a LTTE bunker killing five militants.
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February - 6 
During another clash between the two sides at Janakapura, the troops shot dead at least six militants. One soldier sustained injuries during the clash.
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During another clash between the two sides at Janakapura, the troops shot dead at least six militants. One soldier sustained injuries during the clash.
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February - 6 
The troops stormed the LTTE trench line in the Periyathampane area and killed four militants.
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The troops stormed the LTTE trench line in the Periyathampane area and killed four militants.
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February - 6 
Three LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Kaduthodamalai area of Vavuniya district.
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Three LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Kaduthodamalai area of Vavuniya district.
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February - 6 
Troops after observing the movement of another group of LTTE militants in the Kokkuthuduvai area opened fire towards them. In the ensuing gun battle four militants and three soldiers were killed while 14 other soldiers sustained injuries.
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Troops after observing the movement of another group of LTTE militants in the Kokkuthuduvai area opened fire towards them. In the ensuing gun battle four militants and three soldiers were killed while 14 other soldiers sustained injuries.
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February - 7 
Two groups of soldiers who were on an ambush in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district shot dead four LTTE militants and injured at least nine others. At Kokkuthuduvai, the troops killed four more LTTE militants during another clash.
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Two groups of soldiers who were on an ambush in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district shot dead four LTTE militants and injured at least nine others. At Kokkuthuduvai, the troops killed four more LTTE militants during another clash.
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February - 8 
At Periyapanndivirichchan, the troops attacked a LTTE bunker and killed four militants while injuring six others. Two soldiers were also wounded in the incident.
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At Periyapanndivirichchan, the troops attacked a LTTE bunker and killed four militants while injuring six others. Two soldiers were also wounded in the incident.
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February - 8 
Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in an ambush in the Sinnapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district on February 8, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in an ambush in the Sinnapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district on February 8, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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February - 8 
Troops confronted another group of the LTTE in the Umayaratuvarankulam area of Vavuniya district and killed at least 10 militants.
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Troops confronted another group of the LTTE in the Umayaratuvarankulam area of Vavuniya district and killed at least 10 militants.
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February - 8 
Two LTTE militants and a soldier were killed during a gun battle between the two sides in the Janakapura area. 10 militants and a soldier were also injured during the gun battle.
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Two LTTE militants and a soldier were killed during a gun battle between the two sides in the Janakapura area. 10 militants and a soldier were also injured during the gun battle.
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February - 9 
15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and three soldiers were killed during a gun battle between the twos sides at Periyapantrichurichchan in the Vavuniya district on February 9, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. Seven soldiers were also injured.
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15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and three soldiers were killed during a gun battle between the twos sides at Periyapantrichurichchan in the Vavuniya district on February 9, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. Seven soldiers were also injured.
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February - 9 
During another confrontation between the two sides at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district, the troops killed three militants.
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During another confrontation between the two sides at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district, the troops killed three militants.
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February - 10 
Troops opened fire towards a tractor carrying LTTE militants in the Sivarayankulam area of Vavuniya and killed three militants on February 10.
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Troops opened fire towards a tractor carrying LTTE militants in the Sivarayankulam area of Vavuniya and killed three militants on February 10.
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February - 11 
At Kokkuthuduvai, during a clash with the LTTE cadres the troops killed four militants while destroying one of their bunkers.
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At Kokkuthuduvai, during a clash with the LTTE cadres the troops killed four militants while destroying one of their bunkers.
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February - 11 
At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and 10 soldiers were killed during a gun-battle between the two sides in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district on February 11, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The troops destroyed 12 LTTE bunkers and also injured an unspecified number of
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At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and 10 soldiers were killed during a gun-battle between the two sides in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district on February 11, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The troops destroyed 12 LTTE bunkers and also injured an unspecified number of militants. 25 soldiers were reportedly injured in the incident.
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February - 11 
Elsewhere at Udayanathankulam, troops attacked and neutralised a LTTE bunker, killing at least eight militants.
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Elsewhere at Udayanathankulam, troops attacked and neutralised a LTTE bunker, killing at least eight militants.
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February - 11 
Separately, the troops killed eight more LTTE militants and destroyed two of their bunkers during another encounter at Kallikulam in the Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, six LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Janakapura area.
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Separately, the troops killed eight more LTTE militants and destroyed two of their bunkers during another encounter at Kallikulam in the Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, six LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Janakapura area.
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February - 11 
The troops during a raid on an LTTE bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district killed four militants.
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The troops during a raid on an LTTE bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district killed four militants.
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February - 11 
The troops killed five LTTE militants during an encounter at Periyapandirichchan in the Vavuniya district, SLA reported.
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The troops killed five LTTE militants during an encounter at Periyapandirichchan in the Vavuniya district, SLA reported.
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February - 12 
At Kokkuthuduvai, the troops clashed with some infiltrating LTTE militants killing at least three of them while injuring six others.
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At Kokkuthuduvai, the troops clashed with some infiltrating LTTE militants killing at least three of them while injuring six others.
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February - 12 
During another encounter between the two sides at Villattikulam on February 12, the troops killed at least seven LTTE militants and subsequently recovered the dead body of one of the slain militants.
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During another encounter between the two sides at Villattikulam on February 12, the troops killed at least seven LTTE militants and subsequently recovered the dead body of one of the slain militants.
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February - 12 
Four more LTTE militants were killed when the troops opened fire towards them in the Andankulam area.
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Four more LTTE militants were killed when the troops opened fire towards them in the Andankulam area.
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February - 13 
At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured when troops confronted a group of the outfit’s militants in the Parikariperiyakulam and Umayaratuvarankulam areas of Vavuniya district on February 13, reports Sri Lanka Army. A soldier
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At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured when troops confronted a group of the outfit’s militants in the Parikariperiyakulam and Umayaratuvarankulam areas of Vavuniya district on February 13, reports Sri Lanka Army. A soldier was injured during the confrontation.
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February - 13 
The troops clashed with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the Periyathampane area of Vavuniya district and killed at least seven militants on February 13, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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The troops clashed with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the Periyathampane area of Vavuniya district and killed at least seven militants on February 13, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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February - 13 
The troops killed three LTTE militants and injured nine others in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district. In a separate incident, the troops shot dead two more LTTE militants in the same area. In the same area, two more LTTE militants were killed in an encounter by the troops.
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The troops killed three LTTE militants and injured nine others in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district. In a separate incident, the troops shot dead two more LTTE militants in the same area. In the same area, two more LTTE militants were killed in an encounter by the troops.
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February - 20 
At Kallikulam, the troops neutralised a LTTE bunker and killed six militants.
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At Kallikulam, the troops neutralised a LTTE bunker and killed six militants.
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February - 20 
At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops launched an attack towards a group of militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district on February 20, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). One soldier was also killed while five others sustained injuries in the
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At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops launched an attack towards a group of militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district on February 20, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). One soldier was also killed while five others sustained injuries in the incident.
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February - 20 
The troops attacked another group of LTTE militants in the area north of Villattikulam and killed eight militants. Three militants and a soldier were injured in the gun fight.
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The troops attacked another group of LTTE militants in the area north of Villattikulam and killed eight militants. Three militants and a soldier were injured in the gun fight.
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February - 21 
Five LTTE militants were killed by the troops in two different attacks in the Periyapantrichurichchan area. The troops also recovered 320 anti personnel mines (APMs).
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Five LTTE militants were killed by the troops in two different attacks in the Periyapantrichurichchan area. The troops also recovered 320 anti personnel mines (APMs).
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February - 22 
A fierce gun battle erupted between the two sides when the troops assaulted a group of LTTE militants who were manning a bunker in the Kallikulam area on February 22. At least seven militants were killed and three others were seriously injured in the incident.
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A fierce gun battle erupted between the two sides when the troops assaulted a group of LTTE militants who were manning a bunker in the Kallikulam area on February 22. At least seven militants were killed and three others were seriously injured in the incident.
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February - 22 
In the Mankindamulai area, troops over ran a line of LTTE bunkers while killing at least five militants. One soldier who sustained gun shot injuries succumbed later.
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In the Mankindamulai area, troops over ran a line of LTTE bunkers while killing at least five militants. One soldier who sustained gun shot injuries succumbed later.
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February - 22 
On February 22, six LTTE militants were killed when a fierce gun battle erupted between the two sides in the area north of Welioya sector in the Vavuniya district. Subsequently, the troops recovered dead bodies of the six slain militants along with a Multi Purpose Machine Gun, five T-56 weapons and
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On February 22, six LTTE militants were killed when a fierce gun battle erupted between the two sides in the area north of Welioya sector in the Vavuniya district. Subsequently, the troops recovered dead bodies of the six slain militants along with a Multi Purpose Machine Gun, five T-56 weapons and two radio sets.
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February - 22 
On the same day, troops attacked another LTTE bunker line in the Andankulam area and killed four militants. One soldier was also injured.
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On the same day, troops attacked another LTTE bunker line in the Andankulam area and killed four militants. One soldier was also injured.
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February - 22 
One more attack on a LTTE bunker line in the same area by the troops resulted in the death of four more militants. Several T-56 magazines were recovered after the incident.
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One more attack on a LTTE bunker line in the same area by the troops resulted in the death of four more militants. Several T-56 magazines were recovered after the incident.
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February - 23 
At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops stormed one of the outfit’s strong points in the jungle north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on February 23-morning, reports Sri Lanka Army. Eight T-56 weapons, two cyanide capsules, one Icom radio s
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At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops stormed one of the outfit’s strong points in the jungle north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on February 23-morning, reports Sri Lanka Army. Eight T-56 weapons, two cyanide capsules, one Icom radio set and three hand grenades were also recovered along with dead bodies of the slain militants.
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February - 23 
Separately, the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants on two occasions in the Andankulam area and killed four of them.
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Separately, the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants on two occasions in the Andankulam area and killed four of them.
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February - 23 
The troops stormed a line of LTTE bunkers in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district and killed seven militants. One soldier was also injured.
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The troops stormed a line of LTTE bunkers in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district and killed seven militants. One soldier was also injured.
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February - 23 
Troops confronted another group of LTTE militants and killed three of them in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. Two more LTTE militants were shot dead by the troops in the Sulanamaratumadu area of the same district.
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Troops confronted another group of LTTE militants and killed three of them in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. Two more LTTE militants were shot dead by the troops in the Sulanamaratumadu area of the same district.
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February - 24 
The troops during an operation to capture LTTE bunkers in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district killed five militants and injured two others.
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The troops during an operation to capture LTTE bunkers in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district killed five militants and injured two others.
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February - 25 
At least six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the Udayanathankulam area of Vavuniya district on February-25, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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At least six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the Udayanathankulam area of Vavuniya district on February-25, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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February - 27 
At Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district, the troops neutralised LTTE bunkers and killed eight militants. Troops also recovered some anti-personnel mines (APMs), T-56 weapons, grenades and other explosive devices from the incident site.
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At Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district, the troops neutralised LTTE bunkers and killed eight militants. Troops also recovered some anti-personnel mines (APMs), T-56 weapons, grenades and other explosive devices from the incident site.
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March - 2 
Troops attacked a group of militants in the Kovilmadu area of Vavuniya district on March 2 and killed five of them. At least nine more militants were reportedly wounded in the incident.
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Troops attacked a group of militants in the Kovilmadu area of Vavuniya district on March 2 and killed five of them. At least nine more militants were reportedly wounded in the incident.
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March - 3 
Troops neutralized a LTTE bunker in Chettikulam in the Vavuniya district and killed five cadres on March 3. Four soldiers are reported to have been wounded in the incident.
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Troops neutralized a LTTE bunker in Chettikulam in the Vavuniya district and killed five cadres on March 3. Four soldiers are reported to have been wounded in the incident.
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March - 5 
The troops neutralized another LTTE bunker in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, killing three militants.
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The troops neutralized another LTTE bunker in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, killing three militants.
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March - 6 
At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during a gun battle in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district on March 6, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two soldiers were also killed while 10 others sustained injuries.
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At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during a gun battle in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district on March 6, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two soldiers were also killed while 10 others sustained injuries.
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March - 6 
The troops attacked another LTTE bunker in the Periyapantichchan area of Vavuniya district and killed five more militants. One soldier got injured in the incident.
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The troops attacked another LTTE bunker in the Periyapantichchan area of Vavuniya district and killed five more militants. One soldier got injured in the incident.
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March - 7 
Four more LTTE militants and two soldiers were killed when the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district. Two soldiers were also injured during the clash.
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Four more LTTE militants and two soldiers were killed when the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district. Two soldiers were also injured during the clash.
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March - 10 
A day earlier, the LTTE militants directed 60-mm mortar fire on troop positions in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, injuring two soldiers. In the retaliatory fire, the troops killed at least four militants.
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A day earlier, the LTTE militants directed 60-mm mortar fire on troop positions in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, injuring two soldiers. In the retaliatory fire, the troops killed at least four militants.
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March - 11 
On March 11, the troops operating ahead of the Maruthamadu FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Vavuniya district killed five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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On March 11, the troops operating ahead of the Maruthamadu FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Vavuniya district killed five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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March - 12 
Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an equal number of them injured when the troops attacked three bunkers of the outfit in the Udayanathankulam area of Vavuniya district on March 12, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Three soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an equal number of them injured when the troops attacked three bunkers of the outfit in the Udayanathankulam area of Vavuniya district on March 12, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Three soldiers sustained injuries in the incident. The troops later recovered one T-56 weapon, three claymore mines, 40 hand grenades, 24 anti-personnel mines, nine Arul bombs and four ration packets from the incident site.
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March - 13 
At Janakapura in the same district, the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker and killed three militants. Troops later recovered two T-56 weapons, three hand grenades and two Icom sets from the bunker.
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At Janakapura in the same district, the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker and killed three militants. Troops later recovered two T-56 weapons, three hand grenades and two Icom sets from the bunker.
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March - 13 
The troops fired on a tractor carrying LTTE militants in the Karampachchikulam area and completely destroyed the tractor, killing six militants, The Hindu reported.
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The troops fired on a tractor carrying LTTE militants in the Karampachchikulam area and completely destroyed the tractor, killing six militants, The Hindu reported.
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March - 13 
The troops killed three LTTE militants during an encounter in the same area.
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The troops killed three LTTE militants during an encounter in the same area.
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March - 14 
Six LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also injured in the incident. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered two dead bodies of the militants, two T-56 weapons and one Icom radio set from the incident site.
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Six LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also injured in the incident. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered two dead bodies of the militants, two T-56 weapons and one Icom radio set from the incident site.
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March - 14 
Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops when clashes erupted between the two sides in the Villattikulam area.
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Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops when clashes erupted between the two sides in the Villattikulam area.
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March - 16 
Four soldiers were reported killed and three others injured during another encounter at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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Four soldiers were reported killed and three others injured during another encounter at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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March - 16 
On March 16, three militants were killed as clashes erupted between the troops and a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area. Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during a separate encounter in the same area.
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On March 16, three militants were killed as clashes erupted between the troops and a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area. Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during a separate encounter in the same area.
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March - 17 
At least five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including a close ally of an LTTE leader, Jeyam, were killed and another sustained injuries during an encounter in the Munkilmurichchan area of Vavuniya district on March 17, Sri Lanka Army reported. Elsewhere, four LTTE militants were
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At least five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including a close ally of an LTTE leader, Jeyam, were killed and another sustained injuries during an encounter in the Munkilmurichchan area of Vavuniya district on March 17, Sri Lanka Army reported. Elsewhere, four LTTE militants were killed during an encounter in the Kokkuthuduvai area.
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March - 17 
The troops captured a LTTE camp in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district, killing five militants and injuring 20 others. Two soldiers were also killed during the clashes while eight others sustained injuries. During a subsequent search operation, the troops recovered the dead bodies of three of t
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The troops captured a LTTE camp in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district, killing five militants and injuring 20 others. Two soldiers were also killed during the clashes while eight others sustained injuries. During a subsequent search operation, the troops recovered the dead bodies of three of the slain militants along with three T-56 weapons.
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March - 19 
At least four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured when the troops attacked and neutralised a bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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At least four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured when the troops attacked and neutralised a bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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March - 19 
Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and two of their bunkers destroyed in an ambush carried out by the Army Special Infantrymen at Kottakkarankulam, West of Omanthai, in the Vavuniya district on March 19-evening, military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said, ac
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Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and two of their bunkers destroyed in an ambush carried out by the Army Special Infantrymen at Kottakkarankulam, West of Omanthai, in the Vavuniya district on March 19-evening, military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said, according to Daily News. “Troops penetrated successfully into the LTTE Forward Lines and ambushed the LTTE movement killing all five Tigers travelling on a tractor,” Brigadier Nanayakkara said. Soldiers also destroyed two LTTE bunkers and killed another three militants, he added.
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March - 19 
On March 19, the troops repulsed an attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district and killed three militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. Three militants were injured in the incident.
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On March 19, the troops repulsed an attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district and killed three militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. Three militants were injured in the incident.
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March - 19 
The troops recovered decomposed dead bodies of nine LTTE militants, including five females, from dense jungles in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara told Daily News that the troops engaged in liberating the Wanni front launched an att
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The troops recovered decomposed dead bodies of nine LTTE militants, including five females, from dense jungles in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara told Daily News that the troops engaged in liberating the Wanni front launched an attack on the LTTE front-lines in Periyapanndivirichchan on March 8. "The Security Forces launched a consequent search operation in the area on Tuesday at around 2.15 p.m. and uncovered nine LTTE decomposed bodies along with three T56 weapons, four communication sets and a Global Positioning System (GPS)," he informed, adding, "It has become a trend of the LTTE to leave behind bodies of their fellow cadres in the battle field without handing them over to their parents or family members fearing to face them. This was practised by the LTTE routinely in the current battle in the Wanni front."
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March - 21 
A day earlier, the troops attacked and captured a LTTE strong point and bunker complex north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing three militants. Six soldiers were also injured in the confrontation. Troops later recovered two RPG rounds, four T-56 magazines, one body armour, two pouches,
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A day earlier, the troops attacked and captured a LTTE strong point and bunker complex north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing three militants. Six soldiers were also injured in the confrontation. Troops later recovered two RPG rounds, four T-56 magazines, one body armour, two pouches, seven water bottles and four hand grenades from the incident site.
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March - 21 
The troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants and killed four of them while injuring three others in the area of north of Janakapura. Two soldiers were also injured in the incident. Troops also recovered one T-56 weapon and T-56 magazine from the incident site.
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The troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants and killed four of them while injuring three others in the area of north of Janakapura. Two soldiers were also injured in the incident. Troops also recovered one T-56 weapon and T-56 magazine from the incident site.
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March - 23 
10 LTTE cadres were killed by the troops during clashes in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district on March 23, reports Sri Lanka Army. Six of the slain militants were inside a bunker when the Rocket Propeller Gun fire completely destroyed it.
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10 LTTE cadres were killed by the troops during clashes in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district on March 23, reports Sri Lanka Army. Six of the slain militants were inside a bunker when the Rocket Propeller Gun fire completely destroyed it.
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March - 23 
At Kokkuthuduvai and Janakapura, the troops killed three LTTE militants. During the subsequent search conducted at Janakapura, the troops found the dead body of one militant along with one radio set and one Multi Purpose Machine Gun.
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At Kokkuthuduvai and Janakapura, the troops killed three LTTE militants. During the subsequent search conducted at Janakapura, the troops found the dead body of one militant along with one radio set and one Multi Purpose Machine Gun.
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March - 23 
Seven more LTTE militants were killed and 10 others injured by the troops during clashes between the two sides in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district. Three soldiers were killed while seven others sustained injuries during the incident. In three separate incidents in the same area, four sold
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Seven more LTTE militants were killed and 10 others injured by the troops during clashes between the two sides in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district. Three soldiers were killed while seven others sustained injuries during the incident. In three separate incidents in the same area, four soldiers were wounded.
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March - 24 
Three LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district on March 24. Four soldiers were injured in the incident.
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Three LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district on March 24. Four soldiers were injured in the incident.
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March - 26 
On March 26, the troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed seven of them. One soldier sustained injuries in the incident.
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On March 26, the troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed seven of them. One soldier sustained injuries in the incident.
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March - 26 
The troops naturalised a LTTE bunker in the jungles north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing at least four militants who were inside the bunker.
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The troops naturalised a LTTE bunker in the jungles north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing at least four militants who were inside the bunker.
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March - 27 
At least nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured during encounter with troops in the north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on March 27, Sri Lanka Army reports. One army officer was killed and three soldiers were injured during the encounte
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At least nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured during encounter with troops in the north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on March 27, Sri Lanka Army reports. One army officer was killed and three soldiers were injured during the encounter. In the same area, two soldiers were injured in two separate LTTE-triggered anti personnel mine explosions.
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March - 27 
The troops shot dead three more LTTE militants at Janakapura. In a separate incident in the same area, the troops captured an LTTE bunker, killing at least two militants.
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The troops shot dead three more LTTE militants at Janakapura. In a separate incident in the same area, the troops captured an LTTE bunker, killing at least two militants.
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March - 28 
The troops neutralised an LTTE hide-out in the same area. Four militants and a soldier were killed and three other soldiers were injured in the incident. Five more LTTE militants were killed when the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker in the same area. One soldier was injured.
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The troops neutralised an LTTE hide-out in the same area. Four militants and a soldier were killed and three other soldiers were injured in the incident. Five more LTTE militants were killed when the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker in the same area. One soldier was injured.
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March - 29 
The troops observed a movement of a group of LTTE militants in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district and opened fire. Four militants were confirmed killed in the troop’s firing.
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The troops observed a movement of a group of LTTE militants in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district and opened fire. Four militants were confirmed killed in the troop’s firing.
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March - 31 
On March 31, a tractor carrying LTTE militants was fired upon by the troops in the Mundimurichchikulam area of Vavuniya district. Troops confirmed that six militants were killed in the incident.
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On March 31, a tractor carrying LTTE militants was fired upon by the troops in the Mundimurichchikulam area of Vavuniya district. Troops confirmed that six militants were killed in the incident.
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April - 1 
Four militants were killed by the troops when clashes erupted between the two sides in Janakapura. One soldier was also killed while another sustained injuries in the incident. At Andankulam, at least four female LTTE militants were killed by the troops.
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Four militants were killed by the troops when clashes erupted between the two sides in Janakapura. One soldier was also killed while another sustained injuries in the incident. At Andankulam, at least four female LTTE militants were killed by the troops.
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April - 2 
The security forces (SFs) in the newly captured Sinapandivirichchan area of Vavuniya district foiled an attempt by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to re-capture one of their bunkers in the area on April 2, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). In retaliatory action, the troops killed at least 11
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The security forces (SFs) in the newly captured Sinapandivirichchan area of Vavuniya district foiled an attempt by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to re-capture one of their bunkers in the area on April 2, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). In retaliatory action, the troops killed at least 11 militants and injured five others. Two soldiers were also killed while 15 others sustained injuries during the encounter.
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April - 2 
The SFs attacked and neutralised LTTE bunkers in the Malikaittidal area of Vavuniya district and killed at least five militants.
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The SFs attacked and neutralised LTTE bunkers in the Malikaittidal area of Vavuniya district and killed at least five militants.
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April - 3 
At least 11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district on April 3, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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At least 11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district on April 3, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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April - 4 
The troops attacked and neutralised an unspecified number of LTTE bunkers at Kallikulam in the Vavuniya district and killed eight militants on April 4, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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The troops attacked and neutralised an unspecified number of LTTE bunkers at Kallikulam in the Vavuniya district and killed eight militants on April 4, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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April - 7 
A separate incident, the troops neutralised three LTTE bunkers and killed four militants in the Malikaittidal area of Vavuniya district.
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A separate incident, the troops neutralised three LTTE bunkers and killed four militants in the Malikaittidal area of Vavuniya district.
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April - 8 
The security forces (SFs) killed three LTTE militants in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district.
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The security forces (SFs) killed three LTTE militants in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district.
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April - 11 
During another encounter between the two sides in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district, the security forces (SFs) neutralised an unspecified number of outfit’s bunkers, killing three militants while injuring 14 others. Five soldiers also sustained injuries during the clashes.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district, the security forces (SFs) neutralised an unspecified number of outfit’s bunkers, killing three militants while injuring 14 others. Five soldiers also sustained injuries during the clashes.
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April - 13 
Five LTTE militants were killed and eight others injured in clashes with the security forces (SFs) in the Villattikulam, Vinayagapuram, north of Madhu and Chinnavalayankulam areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts. Two soldiers were wounded in the incident.
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Five LTTE militants were killed and eight others injured in clashes with the security forces (SFs) in the Villattikulam, Vinayagapuram, north of Madhu and Chinnavalayankulam areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts. Two soldiers were wounded in the incident.
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April - 17 
The troops during clashes with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Andankulam east area of Vavuniya district killed four militants and injured eight others on April 17, Sri Lanka Army reports. Two soldiers were also killed while five more sustained injuries in the clashes.
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The troops during clashes with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Andankulam east area of Vavuniya district killed four militants and injured eight others on April 17, Sri Lanka Army reports. Two soldiers were also killed while five more sustained injuries in the clashes.
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April - 18 
At least six militants were killed or injured when the troops attacked groups of LTTE militants in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district.
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At least six militants were killed or injured when the troops attacked groups of LTTE militants in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district.
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April - 19 
The troops confronted with LTTE militants in the area east of Madhu and killed 12 militants while inuring eight others.
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The troops confronted with LTTE militants in the area east of Madhu and killed 12 militants while inuring eight others.
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April - 26 
21 militants were killed and several others injured when the troops retaliated to an Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attempt to storm the security forces (SFs) defence lines in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district on April 26, reports Sri Lanka Army. Seven soldiers were also rep
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21 militants were killed and several others injured when the troops retaliated to an Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attempt to storm the security forces (SFs) defence lines in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district on April 26, reports Sri Lanka Army. Seven soldiers were also reported killed in the clashes. The SFs later recovered the dead of one of the slain militants along with two T-56 weapons, 10 hand grenades, three radio sets and several other items.
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April - 27 
The troops attacked a group of LTTE militants in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district and killed three of them while recovering seven booby traps and 22 APMs. Also, the LTTE launched an artillery attack in the civilian area of Kiriibbanwewa without causing any damages to life or prop
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The troops attacked a group of LTTE militants in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district and killed three of them while recovering seven booby traps and 22 APMs. Also, the LTTE launched an artillery attack in the civilian area of Kiriibbanwewa without causing any damages to life or property.
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April - 29 
Elsewhere at Navathkulama, the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker and killed three militants.
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Elsewhere at Navathkulama, the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker and killed three militants.
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April - 29 
The SFs attacked an LTTE camp in the Muttlamadittakulam area of Vavuniya district and killed at least six militants while injuring four others. Separately, the troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the same area and killed four of them. One soldier was also killed while another was in
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The SFs attacked an LTTE camp in the Muttlamadittakulam area of Vavuniya district and killed at least six militants while injuring four others. Separately, the troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the same area and killed four of them. One soldier was also killed while another was injured in the exchange of fire.
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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 - 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 - 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 - 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 
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 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 
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 
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 
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 - 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 
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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 
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 - 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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June - 9 
Five LTTE militants were killed and another five wounded by the troops during an encounter in the area east of Periyamadu in the Vavuniya district. One soldier sustained injuries during the clash. Separately, three more LTTE militants were killed by SFs in another confrontation in the same area. Els
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Five LTTE militants were killed and another five wounded by the troops during an encounter in the area east of Periyamadu in the Vavuniya district. One soldier sustained injuries during the clash. Separately, three more LTTE militants were killed by SFs in another confrontation in the same area. Elsewhere, the SFs eliminated two LTTE militants in the Karaveddivembu area.
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June - 12 
Five more LTTE militants were killed and more than 15 others injured during clashes with the troops in the north of Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Welioya areas of Vavuniya district. While two soldiers were killed and four others sustained injuries, the troops captured one bunker in the fighting in J
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Five more LTTE militants were killed and more than 15 others injured during clashes with the troops in the north of Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Welioya areas of Vavuniya district. While two soldiers were killed and four others sustained injuries, the troops captured one bunker in the fighting in Janakapura area.
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June - 16 
A suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) suicide bomber on a motorbike blew himself up in front of a Police building in Vavuniya, killing 12 police personnel, including three female Police officers and wounding 23 others on June 16-morning, the military said, according to Colombo Page. Th
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A suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) suicide bomber on a motorbike blew himself up in front of a Police building in Vavuniya, killing 12 police personnel, including three female Police officers and wounding 23 others on June 16-morning, the military said, according to Colombo Page. The suicide bomber blew himself up in front of the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) office complex in Vavuniya targeting the Police personnel leaving the SSP office for their duties at around 7:10am (SLST).
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June - 16 
The troops confronted with a group of LTTE militants and killed five of them in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was injured in action. Similarly, one soldier was killed and eight others received injuries in two separate clashes with the LTTE militants in the same area.
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The troops confronted with a group of LTTE militants and killed five of them in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was injured in action. Similarly, one soldier was killed and eight others received injuries in two separate clashes with the LTTE militants in the same area.
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June - 16 
Three LTTE militants were eliminated by the SFs during two separate confrontations in the Kovitkanchikulam area. The SFs later recovered the dead bodies of the three slain militants along with two T-56 weapons. Separately, troops neutralised an LTTE bunker in the same area and injured at least four
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Three LTTE militants were eliminated by the SFs during two separate confrontations in the Kovitkanchikulam area. The SFs later recovered the dead bodies of the three slain militants along with two T-56 weapons. Separately, troops neutralised an LTTE bunker in the same area and injured at least four militants. One soldier was also injured in the incident. Also, one soldier received injuries in an LTTE gunfire in the same area.
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June - 18 
Three soldiers were killed in a LTTE mortar fire targeting SFs in the Kayamodai Wanni area. Two more SF personnel were killed and two others received injuries when the LTTE militants fired artillery and mortars towards the troops in the Omanthai area. Troops retaliated and neutralized the attack.
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Three soldiers were killed in a LTTE mortar fire targeting SFs in the Kayamodai Wanni area. Two more SF personnel were killed and two others received injuries when the LTTE militants fired artillery and mortars towards the troops in the Omanthai area. Troops retaliated and neutralized the attack.
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June - 19 
Three soldiers were killed in a LTTE mortar fire targeting SFs in the Kayamodai Wanni area. Two more SF personnel were killed and two others received injuries when the LTTE militants fired artillery and mortars towards the troops in the Omanthai area. Troops retaliated and neutralized the attack.
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Three soldiers were killed in a LTTE mortar fire targeting SFs in the Kayamodai Wanni area. Two more SF personnel were killed and two others received injuries when the LTTE militants fired artillery and mortars towards the troops in the Omanthai area. Troops retaliated and neutralized the attack.
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June - 21 
Four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed as the Army troops serving in the Poovarasankulam area of Vavuniya district observed these militants, two males and two females, busy constructing a hut near a bunker on June 21, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed as the Army troops serving in the Poovarasankulam area of Vavuniya district observed these militants, two males and two females, busy constructing a hut near a bunker on June 21, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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June - 23 
At least 10 LTTE militants were killed and about 30 others injured as the troops captured an LTTE line of six bunkers built in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district on June 22, Sri Lanka Army reported. Four solders were killed while seven others got injured in the clashes. One more soldier was re
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At least 10 LTTE militants were killed and about 30 others injured as the troops captured an LTTE line of six bunkers built in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district on June 22, Sri Lanka Army reported. Four solders were killed while seven others got injured in the clashes. One more soldier was reported missing in action. The troops later recovered the dead bodies of three LTTE militants along with six T-56 weapons, one T-81 weapon and one communication set.
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June - 24 
The security forces (SFs) killed six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and injured three others in the Periyamadu area of Vavuniya district on June 24, Sri Lanka Army reports. One soldier was also killed while three others got injured in the incident. The SFs later recovered the dead
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The security forces (SFs) killed six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and injured three others in the Periyamadu area of Vavuniya district on June 24, Sri Lanka Army reports. One soldier was also killed while three others got injured in the incident. The SFs later recovered the dead bodies of three female militants along with three T-56 weapons and one ICOM set.
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June - 25 
At least five LTTE militants were killed and 24 others injured during confrontation with the troops in the Janakapura area. One soldier also died in an anti personnel mine explosion during the clash.
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At least five LTTE militants were killed and 24 others injured during confrontation with the troops in the Janakapura area. One soldier also died in an anti personnel mine explosion during the clash.
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June - 25 
On the same day, the troops eliminated three LTTE militants in the Illamarudankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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On the same day, the troops eliminated three LTTE militants in the Illamarudankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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June - 26 
A day earlier, the troops killed five LTTE militants and injured more than 20 others in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also killed and seven others got injured. Troops captured three trenches and recovered 3500 rounds of ammunition.
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A day earlier, the troops killed five LTTE militants and injured more than 20 others in the Kiriibbanwewa area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also killed and seven others got injured. Troops captured three trenches and recovered 3500 rounds of ammunition.
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June - 26 
At least 25 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured as security forces captured the outfit’s strategic "54-Base" on June 27, said Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara, according to Daily News. . "The Security Forces consolidat
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At least 25 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured as security forces captured the outfit’s strategic "54-Base" on June 27, said Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara, according to Daily News. . "The Security Forces consolidating their positions at the newly established defence launched search operations and recovered 25 LTTE bodies along with 16 T56 assault riffles, a 12.7 mm anti aircraft machine gun, two RPG and a light machine gun," he added. The Army’s 57 Division advancing on the Vavuniya front marched forward attacking the LTTE’s fortified defence lines ahead of the SF’s FDLs (forward defence lines) since June 26-evening. This base was used by the Charles Anthony Brigade of the LTTE.
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June - 27 
Four more LTTE militants were killed and nine others injured in an encounter with the troops in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district. Four soldiers also sustained injuries in action.
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Four more LTTE militants were killed and nine others injured in an encounter with the troops in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district. Four soldiers also sustained injuries in action.
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July - 8 
At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed as the troops neutralised one bunker at Periyavalayankadu in the Vavuniya district on July 8, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed as the troops neutralised one bunker at Periyavalayankadu in the Vavuniya district on July 8, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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July - 9 
The security forces (SFs) clashed with the LTTE militants in the area north of Janakapura and killed at least seven militants while injuring nine others. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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The security forces (SFs) clashed with the LTTE militants in the area north of Janakapura and killed at least seven militants while injuring nine others. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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July - 9 
The troops captured four LTTE bunkers in the same area killing three militants and injuring another. The troops later recovered the dead body of one of the slain militants along with two T-56 weapons and one radio set.
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The troops captured four LTTE bunkers in the same area killing three militants and injuring another. The troops later recovered the dead body of one of the slain militants along with two T-56 weapons and one radio set.
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July - 10 
The security forces (SFs) attacked three LTTE bunkers in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa and neutralised one of them killing nine militants while injuring 10 others. The SFs later recovered three hand grenades, 127 anti-personnel mines (APMs) and five improvised explosive devices (IEDs) from inside
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The security forces (SFs) attacked three LTTE bunkers in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa and neutralised one of them killing nine militants while injuring 10 others. The SFs later recovered three hand grenades, 127 anti-personnel mines (APMs) and five improvised explosive devices (IEDs) from inside the bunker.
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July - 10 
The troops clashed with the militants in the Palamoddai area and killed eight of them while injuring 10 others. Seven soldiers were injured in this incident. The troops during the operation captured one LTTE bunker and recovered 600 rounds of T-56 ammunition, three hand grenades and some ration pack
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The troops clashed with the militants in the Palamoddai area and killed eight of them while injuring 10 others. Seven soldiers were injured in this incident. The troops during the operation captured one LTTE bunker and recovered 600 rounds of T-56 ammunition, three hand grenades and some ration packets from inside the bunker.
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July - 11 
Five Liberation Tigers of Tami Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and six others injured in clashes with the troops in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district on July 11, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Five Liberation Tigers of Tami Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and six others injured in clashes with the troops in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district on July 11, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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July - 13 
Four LTTE militants and a soldier were killed during clashes between the two sides in the Navvi area of the Vavuniya district on July 12, SLA reported. Two soldiers and a militant were injured in these clashes.
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Four LTTE militants and a soldier were killed during clashes between the two sides in the Navvi area of the Vavuniya district on July 12, SLA reported. Two soldiers and a militant were injured in these clashes.
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July - 13 
Three more LTTE militants were reportedly killed and three others injured during clashes with the troops in the Janakapura area. One soldier was also injured in the incident.
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Three more LTTE militants were reportedly killed and three others injured during clashes with the troops in the Janakapura area. One soldier was also injured in the incident.
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July - 14 
The troops in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district clashed with the LTTE militants killing at least three of them while injuring two others. An improvised explosive device (IED) explosion in the same area injured two soldiers.
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The troops in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district clashed with the LTTE militants killing at least three of them while injuring two others. An improvised explosive device (IED) explosion in the same area injured two soldiers.
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July - 16 
The SFs also neutralised an LTTE bunker in the Maruthamadu area of Vavuniya district and killed four militants while injuring four others. During clashes between the two sides in the areas north of Janakapura and north of Kiriibbanwewa, the troops killed four militants and injured 20 others.
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The SFs also neutralised an LTTE bunker in the Maruthamadu area of Vavuniya district and killed four militants while injuring four others. During clashes between the two sides in the areas north of Janakapura and north of Kiriibbanwewa, the troops killed four militants and injured 20 others.
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July - 21 
The SFs captured five LTTE trench lines in the area north of Navvi in Vavuniya district killing five militants and injuring three others. Similarly, the troops attacked two bunkers of the outfit in the same area and killed three militants and injuring five others. One soldier sustained injuries in t
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The SFs captured five LTTE trench lines in the area north of Navvi in Vavuniya district killing five militants and injuring three others. Similarly, the troops attacked two bunkers of the outfit in the same area and killed three militants and injuring five others. One soldier sustained injuries in the incident.
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July - 22 
The troops attacked one LTTE bunker complex in the Palamoddai area and killed four militants and injured four others and also recovered 370 rounds of T– 56 ammunition from the area.
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The troops attacked one LTTE bunker complex in the Palamoddai area and killed four militants and injured four others and also recovered 370 rounds of T– 56 ammunition from the area.
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July - 22 
Three more LTTE militants were killed by the SFs during an encounter in the Kiriibbanwewa area.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed by the SFs during an encounter in the Kiriibbanwewa area.
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July - 23 
During another clash, the SFs killed five LTTE cadres and injured six others in the Palamoddai area. Two soldiers were wounded in the incident. Elsewhere, two militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the area north of Navvi.
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During another clash, the SFs killed five LTTE cadres and injured six others in the Palamoddai area. Two soldiers were wounded in the incident. Elsewhere, two militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the area north of Navvi.
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July - 23 
The troops clashed with the LTTE militants in the areas north of Janakapura and north of Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district and killed seven of them and injured 22 others. Two T-56 weapons, 59 rounds of ammunition and one hand grenade were recovered by the troops from the area north of Janakapura.
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The troops clashed with the LTTE militants in the areas north of Janakapura and north of Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district and killed seven of them and injured 22 others. Two T-56 weapons, 59 rounds of ammunition and one hand grenade were recovered by the troops from the area north of Janakapura.
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July - 26 
Eight more militants were killed and 10 others injured by the security forces (SFs) when clashes erupted between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura. One soldier was also injured in the confrontation.
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Eight more militants were killed and 10 others injured by the security forces (SFs) when clashes erupted between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura. One soldier was also injured in the confrontation.
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July - 28 
The troops attacked two LTTE bunkers in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa and killed five militants and injured seven others.
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The troops attacked two LTTE bunkers in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa and killed five militants and injured seven others.
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July - 30 
While one LTTE bunker was destroyed, at least eight militants were killed and 17 others injured by the troops in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district on July 30.
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While one LTTE bunker was destroyed, at least eight militants were killed and 17 others injured by the troops in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district on July 30.
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July - 31 
Five top Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during clashes with the security forces (SFs) at Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on July 31, reports Sri Lanka Army. Four women cadres, including, "Lieutenant Colonel" Kumaveri Thangeamma, leader of the LTTE’s women’s wing in
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Five top Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during clashes with the security forces (SFs) at Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on July 31, reports Sri Lanka Army. Four women cadres, including, "Lieutenant Colonel" Kumaveri Thangeamma, leader of the LTTE’s women’s wing in Mullaitivu, and three of her accomplices, Kanthimani, Pushparani and Magolechchami, were among those killed. During another clash in the same area, one LTTE group leader, identified as Madavani, was killed by the SFs.
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August - 1 
Troops killed eight militants and injured three others in the Navvi and Palamoddai areas of Vavuniya district.
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Troops killed eight militants and injured three others in the Navvi and Palamoddai areas of Vavuniya district.
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August - 3 
SFs killed three LTTE cadres in the area north of Janakapura. One soldier was also killed while another was injured during the incident. An LTTE trench line was captured by the troops in the same area.
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SFs killed three LTTE cadres in the area north of Janakapura. One soldier was also killed while another was injured during the incident. An LTTE trench line was captured by the troops in the same area.
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August - 6 
Seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and more then 10 others wounded during clashes with the security forces (SFs) in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district on August 6, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. One soldier also died in an improvised explosive
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Seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and more then 10 others wounded during clashes with the security forces (SFs) in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district on August 6, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. One soldier also died in an improvised explosive device explosion in the same area.
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August - 6 
The troops clashed with LTTE militants in the area north of Janakapura and killed five militants while injuring 18 others. One soldier was also wounded during the incident.
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The troops clashed with LTTE militants in the area north of Janakapura and killed five militants while injuring 18 others. One soldier was also wounded during the incident.
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August - 10 
Eight LTTE cadres were killed as the security forces (SFs) captured an LTTE bunker complex with trenches that intercommoned each bunker in the area north of Navvi in Vavuniya district on August 10. While two soldiers were injured in the fighting, the SFs recovered three hand grenades and 250 rounds
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Eight LTTE cadres were killed as the security forces (SFs) captured an LTTE bunker complex with trenches that intercommoned each bunker in the area north of Navvi in Vavuniya district on August 10. While two soldiers were injured in the fighting, the SFs recovered three hand grenades and 250 rounds of ammunition from the area.
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August - 11 
SFs in an encounter killed five LTTE cadres while wounded four others in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district.
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SFs in an encounter killed five LTTE cadres while wounded four others in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district.
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August - 11 
The troops confronted the LTTE militants in the Koliyankulam area and killed three of them.
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The troops confronted the LTTE militants in the Koliyankulam area and killed three of them.
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August - 11 
Three more LTTE cadres were killed by the troops as clashes erupted between the two sides in the Kopavitchanulam area of Vavuniya district. Troops later recovered the dead body of one female LTTE cadre along with one Global Processing System from the incident site.
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Three more LTTE cadres were killed by the troops as clashes erupted between the two sides in the Kopavitchanulam area of Vavuniya district. Troops later recovered the dead body of one female LTTE cadre along with one Global Processing System from the incident site.
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