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December - 1 
Four more troops succumbed to their injuries in the Piramalankulam blast, taking the number of dead to 16.
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Four more troops succumbed to their injuries in the Piramalankulam blast, taking the number of dead to 16.
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December - 1 
Police claimed to have unraveled a plot to assassinate VVIPs in the capital, Colombo. The plot was unearthed following the arrest of a person by the Dehiwela police, which led to the subsequent arrest of more persons.
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Police claimed to have unraveled a plot to assassinate VVIPs in the capital, Colombo. The plot was unearthed following the arrest of a person by the Dehiwela police, which led to the subsequent arrest of more persons.
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December - 1 
The Daily News quoted an LTTE statement, released during Heroes’ Day celebrations, and said that the Tiger rebels have lost 1,742 cadres, including 253 suicide cadres in the year 2000. Besides, the LTTE reportedly disclosed that 16,333 cadres were ki
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The Daily News quoted an LTTE statement, released during Heroes’ Day celebrations, and said that the Tiger rebels have lost 1,742 cadres, including 253 suicide cadres in the year 2000. Besides, the LTTE reportedly disclosed that 16,333 cadres were killed since war broke out in 1982.
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December - 2 
In a separate development, the government-owned Lake House group claimed that a Moscow-based, hardcore LTTE leader, NimalSivalingam, who raises funds for the LTTE's arms procurement was arrested in Colombo, soon after he arrived there. The date of th
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In a separate development, the government-owned Lake House group claimed that a Moscow-based, hardcore LTTE leader, NimalSivalingam, who raises funds for the LTTE's arms procurement was arrested in Colombo, soon after he arrived there. The date of the arrest was, however, not disclosed.
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December - 2 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga now on a visit to the United Kingdom called on Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace. Later she met the British Foreign Secretary, Robin Cook and had, among other things, discussed the Government's proposals for solving
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga now on a visit to the United Kingdom called on Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace. Later she met the British Foreign Secretary, Robin Cook and had, among other things, discussed the Government's proposals for solving the ethnic conflict.
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December - 2 
The leaders of Tamil political parties, some of them former rebels, have welcomed the Heroes Week address of the LTTE leader, Prabhakaran, and said an analysis of the speech reveals that the LTTE is now willing to find a meaningful political solution
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The leaders of Tamil political parties, some of them former rebels, have welcomed the Heroes Week address of the LTTE leader, Prabhakaran, and said an analysis of the speech reveals that the LTTE is now willing to find a meaningful political solution to the protracted ethnic conflict.
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December - 2 
The LTTE's chief negotiator and theoritician, Anton Balasingham said in London, on December 2, that the LTTE has serious doubts on the government's willingness to negotiate peace with the Tigers. Addressing the Tamil community, Balasingham said, in h
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The LTTE's chief negotiator and theoritician, Anton Balasingham said in London, on December 2, that the LTTE has serious doubts on the government's willingness to negotiate peace with the Tigers. Addressing the Tamil community, Balasingham said, in his Heroes Day speech, that the President was keen on prosecuting the war with the LTTE.
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December - 2 
The Prime Minister, Ratnasiri Wickremanayake, said on December 2, that the government would play a supportive role to the peace process. He said if the LTTE, which had thrown the country into a protracted conflict, genuinely wanted peace, he would no
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The Prime Minister, Ratnasiri Wickremanayake, said on December 2, that the government would play a supportive role to the peace process. He said if the LTTE, which had thrown the country into a protracted conflict, genuinely wanted peace, he would not impaur the process even in the slightest way.
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December - 2 
The Sri Lankan Army alleged that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has violated the two day truce agreed upon to facilitate a polio vaccination drive for children. The Army said LTTE rebels fired mortar shells at troops in Nagar Kovil. The
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The Sri Lankan Army alleged that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has violated the two day truce agreed upon to facilitate a polio vaccination drive for children. The Army said LTTE rebels fired mortar shells at troops in Nagar Kovil. The Army spokesman claimed that troops did not retalitae keeping in mind their commitment for the truce.
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December - 3 
Security force personnel killed four LTTE rebels in Weligahakandiya.
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Security force personnel killed four LTTE rebels in Weligahakandiya.
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December - 3 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre said security force personnel confronted a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels near Uyilankulam and killed three of them. Many more may have been injured in the clashes. Besides, s
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre said security force personnel confronted a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels near Uyilankulam and killed three of them. Many more may have been injured in the clashes. Besides, security force personnel also recovered some arms and ammunition.
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December - 4 
A military spokesman said in Colombo, on December 4, Sri Lankan Air Fore jets aided several Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) targets in Thanankilappu. Details on casualties and damage are yet to come in. The raids are in continuance of similar
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A military spokesman said in Colombo, on December 4, Sri Lankan Air Fore jets aided several Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) targets in Thanankilappu. Details on casualties and damage are yet to come in. The raids are in continuance of similar attacks in Pallai when an LTTE Sea Tigers base was destroyed on November 28.
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December - 4 
Sri Lankan troops launched an attack on the LTTE rebels in the Kattaparichchan area, eight km away from Muttur south, Trincomalee, on December 4, and killed two rebel cadres. A child, too, was hurt in the clashes.
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Sri Lankan troops launched an attack on the LTTE rebels in the Kattaparichchan area, eight km away from Muttur south, Trincomalee, on December 4, and killed two rebel cadres. A child, too, was hurt in the clashes.
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December - 4 
Two more rebels were killed in Rakkuli, Kaddaparichchen, also on December 4
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Two more rebels were killed in Rakkuli, Kaddaparichchen, also on December 4
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December - 5 
A delayed report stated that the Sri Lankan Navy conducted a search operation in Tharapuram, on December 5, and recovered a large quantity of petrol and oil.
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A delayed report stated that the Sri Lankan Navy conducted a search operation in Tharapuram, on December 5, and recovered a large quantity of petrol and oil.
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December - 5 
Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake said if the LTTE was very sincere in its peace efforts and negotiations, the Government would be willing to implement a program geared at peace talks in consultation with the UNP (United National Party) and oth
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Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake said if the LTTE was very sincere in its peace efforts and negotiations, the Government would be willing to implement a program geared at peace talks in consultation with the UNP (United National Party) and other opposition parties. He added, "the Government would never hold a cease-fire as a precondition for talks, purely going by past experiences…"
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December - 5 
The LTTE attacked troops in Thoppur, 10 km south of Muttur, Trincomalee, on December 5, losing five cadres. Pro-LTTE sources, however, claimed that two security force personnel were killed and two more were wounded in the attack
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The LTTE attacked troops in Thoppur, 10 km south of Muttur, Trincomalee, on December 5, losing five cadres. Pro-LTTE sources, however, claimed that two security force personnel were killed and two more were wounded in the attack
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December - 5 
The Sri Lankan Army, on December 5, launched Operation Kinihara V to regain Nunavil west. In clashes reported earlier, on December 4 and December 5, two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were killed in Chavakachcheri.
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The Sri Lankan Army, on December 5, launched Operation Kinihara V to regain Nunavil west. In clashes reported earlier, on December 4 and December 5, two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were killed in Chavakachcheri.
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December - 6 
Constitutional Affairs Minister G. L. Peiris addressed foreign diplomats based in Colombo and said the government was committed to a negotiated settlement to the protracted conflict and added that they were ready to take ‘harsh decisions’.
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Constitutional Affairs Minister G. L. Peiris addressed foreign diplomats based in Colombo and said the government was committed to a negotiated settlement to the protracted conflict and added that they were ready to take ‘harsh decisions’.
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December - 6 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) set off a Claymore mine blast and blew up a passenger bus that was right behind a military vehicle, on December 6, near Batticaloa, killing at least three persons, including a security force personnel, and
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) set off a Claymore mine blast and blew up a passenger bus that was right behind a military vehicle, on December 6, near Batticaloa, killing at least three persons, including a security force personnel, and injuring more than 20.
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December - 7 
Official media sources reported that, in a pre-dawn grenade attack, suspected rebels of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) killed four members of a family, including a child at Kurulubedda village in Polonnaruwa on December 7. The rebels, estima
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Official media sources reported that, in a pre-dawn grenade attack, suspected rebels of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) killed four members of a family, including a child at Kurulubedda village in Polonnaruwa on December 7. The rebels, estimated to be 20 in number, reportedly fled after looting two guns from the residence.
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December - 7 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre said troops, on December 7, killed four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in clashes reported in Nagarkovil and Chiviyatheru.
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre said troops, on December 7, killed four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in clashes reported in Nagarkovil and Chiviyatheru.
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December - 8 
Another report held that some 25 medical practitioners left Batticaloa following the December 7-Claymore mine blast that missed its intended target, a military vehicle, and hit a passenger bus. Some doctors aboard the bus were reportedly injured in t
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Another report held that some 25 medical practitioners left Batticaloa following the December 7-Claymore mine blast that missed its intended target, a military vehicle, and hit a passenger bus. Some doctors aboard the bus were reportedly injured in the blast.
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December - 9 
A news report in an Indian newspaper ’Hindu’ said that a ship of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is heading towards Sri Lanka with an arms consignment. The Sri Lankan Navy did not rule out the possibility and continued to maintain a stric
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A news report in an Indian newspaper ’Hindu’ said that a ship of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is heading towards Sri Lanka with an arms consignment. The Sri Lankan Navy did not rule out the possibility and continued to maintain a strict vigil on the entire sea area to detect the rebel ship and destroy it.
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December - 9 
The independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that, on December 9, security forces detected and diffused four hand bombs in Wellawatte.
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The independent Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that, on December 9, security forces detected and diffused four hand bombs in Wellawatte.
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December - 10 
A Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization (TELO) cadre, whom colleagues allegedly beat up in October 2000, succumbed to his injuries in Colombo, on December 10.
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A Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization (TELO) cadre, whom colleagues allegedly beat up in October 2000, succumbed to his injuries in Colombo, on December 10.
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December - 10 
On the occasion of its golden jubilee, the Sri Lankan Navy, on December 10, commissioned three Israeli Fast Missile Vessels (FMV) and an Indian Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), to augment the Navy's strength in its battles against the Liberation Tigers
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On the occasion of its golden jubilee, the Sri Lankan Navy, on December 10, commissioned three Israeli Fast Missile Vessels (FMV) and an Indian Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), to augment the Navy's strength in its battles against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels.
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December - 10 
Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, complained that unidentified, armed men broke into a private residence in Thiruperunthurai, Batticaloa, on December 10, and snatched his belongings. Later, while the victim and his companions were returning after lodging
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Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, complained that unidentified, armed men broke into a private residence in Thiruperunthurai, Batticaloa, on December 10, and snatched his belongings. Later, while the victim and his companions were returning after lodging a complaint, unidentified persons, though not clear if it was the same group, fired at the victim and his companions, killing one and injuring three more.
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December - 11 
The Bindunuwewa camp, which was the scene of clashes and massacres, on October 25, where Tamil inmates are lodged, and was closed down following the incident, would be moved to Vavuniya, Tamil sources said, on December 11.
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The Bindunuwewa camp, which was the scene of clashes and massacres, on October 25, where Tamil inmates are lodged, and was closed down following the incident, would be moved to Vavuniya, Tamil sources said, on December 11.
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December - 11 
The Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on December 11 that Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels abducted four persons a few days earlier.
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The Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on December 11 that Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels abducted four persons a few days earlier.
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December - 12 
A Batticaloa court on December 12 sent six cadres of the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation (TELO) to remand on the charge of murdering a security guard at a bank, on October 26, 2000. The court was further informed that two more suspects were absco
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A Batticaloa court on December 12 sent six cadres of the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation (TELO) to remand on the charge of murdering a security guard at a bank, on October 26, 2000. The court was further informed that two more suspects were absconding.
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December - 12 
Speaking to the Daily News, spokespersons of the Opposition United National Party (UNP), the Presidents' Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), the ruling coalition arrangement––People's Alliance (PA), Eelam People's Revolutionary Liberation Front (EPRLF),
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Speaking to the Daily News, spokespersons of the Opposition United National Party (UNP), the Presidents' Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), the ruling coalition arrangement––People's Alliance (PA), Eelam People's Revolutionary Liberation Front (EPRLF), Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP) and the moderate Tamil United Liberation Front TULF expressed their support to the government in its efforts to resolve the ethnic conflict.
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December - 12 
The Sri Lankan government, on December 12, reiterated its commitment to an early negotiated settlement of the protracted ethnic conflict on the island and had welcomed the Liberation Tiger's of Tamil Eelam's (LTTE) willingness to participate in negot
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The Sri Lankan government, on December 12, reiterated its commitment to an early negotiated settlement of the protracted ethnic conflict on the island and had welcomed the Liberation Tiger's of Tamil Eelam's (LTTE) willingness to participate in negotiations. However, the government rejected the LTTE's proposal for a de-escalation of war before talks would begin, and said, "the de-escalation of war could be considered only as the talks progress towards a definitive stage in resolving the conflict". The government, further said the proposal almost meant laying down pre-conditions for the talks and added that the talks will have to be concluded within a specified time-frame.
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December - 13 
A day earlier, on December 13, naval troops clashed with the LTTE rebels and killed two rebel cadres.
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A day earlier, on December 13, naval troops clashed with the LTTE rebels and killed two rebel cadres.
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December - 13 
Expressing annoyance at the statement of Peter Hains, the British Foreign Secretary, Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar asked the international community to desist from making statements that would that would 'undermine Sri Lanka's right to solve i
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Expressing annoyance at the statement of Peter Hains, the British Foreign Secretary, Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar asked the international community to desist from making statements that would that would 'undermine Sri Lanka's right to solve its own ethnic problem. Kadirgamar objected to Hains declaring that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) need recognise that the international community would support the principle of 'self-determination and control over most if not all key policies affecting daily life…", but not a constitutional split from Sri Lanka."
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December - 13 
Hundreds of marchers gathered in the capital Colombo, under the aegis of the Janatha Vimukthi Paeramuna (JVP), on December 13 to protest against foreign involvement, in resolving the ethnic conflict on the island. JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva s
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Hundreds of marchers gathered in the capital Colombo, under the aegis of the Janatha Vimukthi Paeramuna (JVP), on December 13 to protest against foreign involvement, in resolving the ethnic conflict on the island. JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva said at the raly, 'foreign involvement will not lead to an end to the conflict and that those countries have their own interest'. The JVP has organised similar rallies in the past and has been opposing Norway's peace initiative
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December - 13 
On December 13, troops killed two LTTE rebels in Nunavil and Nagarkovil.
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On December 13, troops killed two LTTE rebels in Nunavil and Nagarkovil.
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December - 13 
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel lying in ambush in Iqbal Nagar, north of Trincomalee, allegedly shot two more Tamil civilians on December 13.
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Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel lying in ambush in Iqbal Nagar, north of Trincomalee, allegedly shot two more Tamil civilians on December 13.
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December - 13 
The Special Media Information Centre said on December 15 that three persons were killed in an Explosion set off by suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, in Kattankudy, Batticaloa, on December 13. The rebels were actually targeting
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The Special Media Information Centre said on December 15 that three persons were killed in an Explosion set off by suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, in Kattankudy, Batticaloa, on December 13. The rebels were actually targeting a communication infrastructure with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), and had damaged it.
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December - 13 
The Vavuniya High Court set free 11 more persons, including two women, arrested earlier under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
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The Vavuniya High Court set free 11 more persons, including two women, arrested earlier under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
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December - 14 
Delayed reports said that four police personnel and three civilians were killed when the LTTE exploded a landmine at Eravur in Sri Lanka's Eastern part on December 14. One civilian was injured in the explosion.
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Delayed reports said that four police personnel and three civilians were killed when the LTTE exploded a landmine at Eravur in Sri Lanka's Eastern part on December 14. One civilian was injured in the explosion.
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December - 14 
In a second incident on the same day, a rebel cadre was killed in Omanthai.
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In a second incident on the same day, a rebel cadre was killed in Omanthai.
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December - 14 
Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, alleged, on December 14, that Sri Lankan Air Force (SLAF) personnel shot dead two Tamil youth, who went out on a hunting expedition, suspecting them to be LTTE cadre.
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Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, alleged, on December 14, that Sri Lankan Air Force (SLAF) personnel shot dead two Tamil youth, who went out on a hunting expedition, suspecting them to be LTTE cadre.
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December - 14 
The counter-subversives unit of the Ampara police raided a house and recovered some explosives.
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The counter-subversives unit of the Ampara police raided a house and recovered some explosives.
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December - 14 
The government's Special Media Information Centre said suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels set off a claymore mine explosion at an examination centre in Eruvar, near Batticaloa, on December 14, killing five persons, including thr
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The government's Special Media Information Centre said suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels set off a claymore mine explosion at an examination centre in Eruvar, near Batticaloa, on December 14, killing five persons, including three policemen, and injuring seven more.
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December - 14 
Troops in Navatkadu, north of Mirusuvil, confronted the LTTE rebels and killed one, and injured another, on December 14.
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Troops in Navatkadu, north of Mirusuvil, confronted the LTTE rebels and killed one, and injured another, on December 14.
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December - 15 
Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, claimed on December 15 that a security force was killed in a claymore mine blast near Valaichenai, 32km north of Batticaloa, near an Army camp. Security forces reactd by firing at LTTE-held areas.
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Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, claimed on December 15 that a security force was killed in a claymore mine blast near Valaichenai, 32km north of Batticaloa, near an Army camp. Security forces reactd by firing at LTTE-held areas.
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Sri Lankan Army units were engaged in heavy artillery duels on December 16 with rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) as security forces launched Stage 2 of 'Operation Kinihira 5'. Official media sources said that after successfully c
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Sri Lankan Army units were engaged in heavy artillery duels on December 16 with rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) as security forces launched Stage 2 of 'Operation Kinihira 5'. Official media sources said that after successfully completing Stage 1 of 'Operation Kinihira 5,' on December 15 security forces launched a fresh offensive in the Nunavil sector in Jaffna on December 16. A military spokesman, said that troops were advancing towards Kaithadi bridge from Nunavil, after having captured six square kilometres during the Stage One of the 'Operation Kinihira'. The Army reported that 31 LTTE rebels and 12 soldiers were killed during 'Kinihira Stage One' launched on Dec. 15. Casualties of the December 16 fighting are yet to be estimated.
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December - 15 
The Defence Ministry said, recruitment to the Sri Lanka Army has been further extended on a district basis to be carried out from all Brigade and Regimental centres as well from December 16.
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The Defence Ministry said, recruitment to the Sri Lanka Army has been further extended on a district basis to be carried out from all Brigade and Regimental centres as well from December 16.
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December - 15 
The US ambassador in Sri Lanka, Ashley Wills paid a visit to Vavuniya, on December 15, and held discussions Government Agent K. Ganesh on the situation in the border town and conditions obtaining in the Vanni. He had keenly ascertained the ground rea
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The US ambassador in Sri Lanka, Ashley Wills paid a visit to Vavuniya, on December 15, and held discussions Government Agent K. Ganesh on the situation in the border town and conditions obtaining in the Vanni. He had keenly ascertained the ground realities in the region. Besides, Wilis also met representatives of aid-organisations operating in the Vanni.
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December - 16 
A Defence Ministry spokesperson said on December 17 that 26 LTTE cadres, including three senior military leaders, were killed and 34 rebel cadres wounded in stage two of Operation Kinihara Five, on December 16. Besides, 12 government troops, includin
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A Defence Ministry spokesperson said on December 17 that 26 LTTE cadres, including three senior military leaders, were killed and 34 rebel cadres wounded in stage two of Operation Kinihara Five, on December 16. Besides, 12 government troops, including an officer, too, were killed in the clashes, while 38 more sustained injuries. The Sri Lankan Army casptured 11sq km more territory, encompassing Maddhuvil North and Nunavil.
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December - 16 
In a statement released in London on December 16, the rebel LTTE called on the international community to use its good offices "to persuade the Sri Lankan government to abandon its hardline militarist approach and to seek a negotiated political settl
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In a statement released in London on December 16, the rebel LTTE called on the international community to use its good offices "to persuade the Sri Lankan government to abandon its hardline militarist approach and to seek a negotiated political settlement in a climate of peace and goodwill". The statement also expressed the LTTE’s "deep disappointment" over the "categorical rejection" by Sri Lanka of its call for a process of de-escalation of the armed conflict prior to peace talks.
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December - 16 
One more rebel cadre was shot dead by troops in Palamadu, west of Chenkaladi.
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One more rebel cadre was shot dead by troops in Palamadu, west of Chenkaladi.
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December - 16 
Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, alleged that one person was killed and two more wounded in shelling by Sri Lankan troops, in Eruvar, 12km north of Batticaloa, on December 16.
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Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, alleged that one person was killed and two more wounded in shelling by Sri Lankan troops, in Eruvar, 12km north of Batticaloa, on December 16.
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December - 17 
Another two rebels were killed in general area Kalumanai.
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Another two rebels were killed in general area Kalumanai.
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December - 17 
Four LTTE rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in Madurankernikulam.
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Four LTTE rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in Madurankernikulam.
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December - 17 
In separate clashes reported in Thanankilappu, six LTTE rebels were killed and a 120mm heavy mortar gun destroyed.
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In separate clashes reported in Thanankilappu, six LTTE rebels were killed and a 120mm heavy mortar gun destroyed.
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December - 17 
The government's Special Media Information Centre said two more rebels were killed in clashes with troops in Ethawetunuwewa.
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The government's Special Media Information Centre said two more rebels were killed in clashes with troops in Ethawetunuwewa.
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December - 17 
The United Nations Development Program-sponsored Mine Clearing Operations project claimed 42 people were wounded in Jaffna in landmine explosions, in the year 2000. Besides, in the past three years 112 people suffered injuries in similar incidents.
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The United Nations Development Program-sponsored Mine Clearing Operations project claimed 42 people were wounded in Jaffna in landmine explosions, in the year 2000. Besides, in the past three years 112 people suffered injuries in similar incidents.
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December - 18 
A civilian suspected to have been killed by the rebels was recovered from Poovarasakulam in Vavuniya, on December 18.
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A civilian suspected to have been killed by the rebels was recovered from Poovarasakulam in Vavuniya, on December 18.
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December - 18 
In a separate development, Prime Minister Wickremanayake said, in his address to Sri Lankan Air Force cadets at a passing out parade, in Diyatalawa, that the government would continue to prosecute the war against the LTTE rebels till a solution was f
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In a separate development, Prime Minister Wickremanayake said, in his address to Sri Lankan Air Force cadets at a passing out parade, in Diyatalawa, that the government would continue to prosecute the war against the LTTE rebels till a solution was found to the protracted ethnic conflict.
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December - 18 
Nine security force personnel, including an officer, were injured in clashes with troops, in general area Nunavil
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Nine security force personnel, including an officer, were injured in clashes with troops, in general area Nunavil
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December - 18 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga, meanwhile, said in Paris that the government was willing to negotiate with the LTTE if the rebels did not impose any conditions for the talks to commence. The government holds that the LTTE asking for de-escalation in
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga, meanwhile, said in Paris that the government was willing to negotiate with the LTTE if the rebels did not impose any conditions for the talks to commence. The government holds that the LTTE asking for de-escalation in the war before the talks commenced is tantamount to laying pre-conditions
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December - 18 
The government's Special Media Information Centre said on December 18 that troops recovered five more bodies of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Nunavil area. The rebels were killed in Stage II of Op Kinihara V. 13 dead bodies of
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The government's Special Media Information Centre said on December 18 that troops recovered five more bodies of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Nunavil area. The rebels were killed in Stage II of Op Kinihara V. 13 dead bodies of rebel cadres have been recovered so far.
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December - 18 
Troops in the general area of Ethawetunuwewa, on December 18, shot dead a rebel cadre. A soldier, too, was killed in the clashes.
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Troops in the general area of Ethawetunuwewa, on December 18, shot dead a rebel cadre. A soldier, too, was killed in the clashes.
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December - 18 
Troops killed and later recovered the bodies of two LTTE rebels in Kallar, Ttrincomalee.
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Troops killed and later recovered the bodies of two LTTE rebels in Kallar, Ttrincomalee.
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December - 18 
Two troops were killed in LTTE mortar shelling, near Idattalappalai, on December 18.
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Two troops were killed in LTTE mortar shelling, near Idattalappalai, on December 18.
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December - 19 
A military spokesperson said on December 19 that security forces had cleared a large minefield laid by LTTE rebels, in Nunavil. The minefield consisted of 603 Johnny mines. Two troops lost their limbs as they stepped on the minefield. The government
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A military spokesperson said on December 19 that security forces had cleared a large minefield laid by LTTE rebels, in Nunavil. The minefield consisted of 603 Johnny mines. Two troops lost their limbs as they stepped on the minefield. The government troops are now engaging the LTTE rebels in the Nunavil area in operations code-named Kinihara V.
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December - 19 
In another incident, an army informant was shot dead by the rebels in Batticaloa, also on December 19.
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In another incident, an army informant was shot dead by the rebels in Batticaloa, also on December 19.
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December - 19 
On December 19, a Home Guard was killed by the LTTE in Kalmunai.
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On December 19, a Home Guard was killed by the LTTE in Kalmunai.
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December - 19 
Pro-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) sources said, on December 19, that the rebels shot dead two military intelligence personnel in Mannar. Security force personnel immediately began a cordon and search operation in the area.
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Pro-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) sources said, on December 19, that the rebels shot dead two military intelligence personnel in Mannar. Security force personnel immediately began a cordon and search operation in the area.
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December - 19 
Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, claimed that the LTTE rebels attacked the Saththurukkondaan joint SLA-SLN detachment, early on December 19, and killed one naval personnel and wounded three army personnel. The detachment guards the main approach to the
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Pro-Tamil sources, meanwhile, claimed that the LTTE rebels attacked the Saththurukkondaan joint SLA-SLN detachment, early on December 19, and killed one naval personnel and wounded three army personnel. The detachment guards the main approach to the Batticaloa town. Numbers of casualties on then rebels' side is yet not known.
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December - 19 
The rebels shot dead a civilian in Puttur, Batticaloa, on December 19.
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The rebels shot dead a civilian in Puttur, Batticaloa, on December 19.
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December - 19 
Two more rebels were killed, on December 19, in the general area of Kilaly.
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Two more rebels were killed, on December 19, in the general area of Kilaly.
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December - 20 
Another was shot dead by the rebels as he was waiting for a bus, and has since been admitted to the Anuradhapura Hospital.
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Another was shot dead by the rebels as he was waiting for a bus, and has since been admitted to the Anuradhapura Hospital.
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December - 20 
On the same day, government troops killed two LTTE cadres in Mugamalai, near Elephant Pass.
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On the same day, government troops killed two LTTE cadres in Mugamalai, near Elephant Pass.
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December - 20 
Pro-Tamil sources said on December 20 that the government has introduced Goods and Services Tax and a Defence Levy on passengers commuting by the 'City of Trincomalle' ship, from January 1, 2001
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Pro-Tamil sources said on December 20 that the government has introduced Goods and Services Tax and a Defence Levy on passengers commuting by the 'City of Trincomalle' ship, from January 1, 2001
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December - 20 
Reports said three LTTE rebels were killed by troops in Sathurukonadan, near Batticaloa.
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Reports said three LTTE rebels were killed by troops in Sathurukonadan, near Batticaloa.
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December - 20 
Suspected LTTE rebel cadres killed a civilian when they missed their intended target, the Sri Lankan security force personnel, in Poonthoddam, Vavuniya, on December 20.
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Suspected LTTE rebel cadres killed a civilian when they missed their intended target, the Sri Lankan security force personnel, in Poonthoddam, Vavuniya, on December 20.
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December - 20 
The government's Special Media Information Centre said, on December 20, eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, four government troops and two civilians were killed in the Jaffna peninsula in separate incidents.
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The government's Special Media Information Centre said, on December 20, eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, four government troops and two civilians were killed in the Jaffna peninsula in separate incidents.
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December - 20 
Two rebel cadres were killed in confrontations in the Chavakachcheri area by troops on a reconnaissance patrol.
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Two rebel cadres were killed in confrontations in the Chavakachcheri area by troops on a reconnaissance patrol.
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December - 21 
Earlier, on December 21, five Sri Lankan Navy personnel were killed and two others injured, in a rebel mortar attack on a naval detachment at Salaiparu in the Kuchchaveli Division.
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Earlier, on December 21, five Sri Lankan Navy personnel were killed and two others injured, in a rebel mortar attack on a naval detachment at Salaiparu in the Kuchchaveli Division.
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December - 21 
In another incident, six security force personnel were injured in a LTTE rebel attack in Irupalai, south of Kopay.
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In another incident, six security force personnel were injured in a LTTE rebel attack in Irupalai, south of Kopay.
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December - 21 
Reports indicate that government troops have launched a fresh offensive code named Operation Kinihara VII. More details are as yet not available.
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Reports indicate that government troops have launched a fresh offensive code named Operation Kinihara VII. More details are as yet not available.
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December - 21 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on December 21 announced a month-long unilateral cease-fire beginning from midnight December 24. According to a LTTE statement, issued from its headquarters in Vanni, the cease-fire offer is to be "viewed a
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on December 21 announced a month-long unilateral cease-fire beginning from midnight December 24. According to a LTTE statement, issued from its headquarters in Vanni, the cease-fire offer is to be "viewed as a genuine expression of goodwill indicating our sincere desire for peace and negotiated political settlement." The announcement, the LTTE claimed, was made with the hope that it would "facilitate initiatives towards the peace process". The LTTE statement further indicated that if the government responded positively and implemented steps for instituting the Norwegian-suggested confidence-building measures (CBMs), the rebels would " be prepared to extend the period of peace to create cordial conditions for a stable cease-fire and direct negotiations".
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December - 22 
According to official sources, on December 22, 30 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in Kaitadi in the recently launched Operation Kinihara VII. In addition, 22 government troops including an officer were killed in the
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According to official sources, on December 22, 30 rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in Kaitadi in the recently launched Operation Kinihara VII. In addition, 22 government troops including an officer were killed in the same area. Troops also claimed to have captured the entire area of Kaithadi. The government offensive had been launched hours after the LTTE announced an month-long unilateral case-fire beginning on December 24 midnight.
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December - 22 
On the political front, on December 22, the Sri Lankan Prime Minister, Ratnasiri Wickremanayaka stated that the military offensives against the rebels would continue and that a response to the month-long unilateral cease-fire declared by them could b
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On the political front, on December 22, the Sri Lankan Prime Minister, Ratnasiri Wickremanayaka stated that the military offensives against the rebels would continue and that a response to the month-long unilateral cease-fire declared by them could be considered only after President Chandrika Kumaratunga returned to the country. The Information and Media Minister Anura Priyadharshana Yapa, in a statement, on the same day, said that the government is not opposed to genuine steps towards finding a solution to the ethnic conflict.
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December - 23 
In continuing operations under Operation Kinihara VII, government troops further consolidated their positions and captured a huge quantity of arms, ammunition and communication equipment deserted by retreating Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)
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In continuing operations under Operation Kinihara VII, government troops further consolidated their positions and captured a huge quantity of arms, ammunition and communication equipment deserted by retreating Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels. Troops were consolidating their positions along the Ariyale and Kaithady Road, a military spokesperson said, on December 23. For the present, the Sri Lankan Army has captured 34 square km, and has, on the first day of the clashes, December 22, 2000, killed 51 LTTE cadres, as already reported. In the clashes 25 security forces personnel too were killed. With the territory captured from the rebels, the troops are in control of all but two km of the entire A 9 Highway, between Chavakachcheri and Jaffna town. Besides, there is no directive from the government to troops to scale down operations. On the other hand, naval gunboats and missile craft are on full alert in the Jaffna lagoon.
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December - 23 
The government said, in a firm tone, the cease-fire need not ‘precede’ negotiations. The Presidential Secretariat said, on December 23, "The government would consider a cease-fire [and the] consequent steps that would arrive, when the negotiations re
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The government said, in a firm tone, the cease-fire need not ‘precede’ negotiations. The Presidential Secretariat said, on December 23, "The government would consider a cease-fire [and the] consequent steps that would arrive, when the negotiations reach to the mutual satisfaction of both sides". The Secretariat also said, "The Government has indicated its wish to engage in talks with the LTTE forthwith on substantial issues involved". Meanwhile, Media Minister Yapa said, on December 23, "The Government will soon issue a more detailed and comprehensive statement position on this matter".
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December - 24 
On December 24, LTTE rebels fired artillery and mortar shells at troops in Kaithady. A soldier who was wounded in the shelling later succumbed to his injuries.
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On December 24, LTTE rebels fired artillery and mortar shells at troops in Kaithady. A soldier who was wounded in the shelling later succumbed to his injuries.
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December - 25 
In continuation of the government's stand on the Christmas Eve cease-fire offer of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE), the Prime Minister, Ratnasiri Wickremanayake and the Foreign Minister, Lakshman Kadirgamar, issued a statement in Colombo,
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In continuation of the government's stand on the Christmas Eve cease-fire offer of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE), the Prime Minister, Ratnasiri Wickremanayake and the Foreign Minister, Lakshman Kadirgamar, issued a statement in Colombo, on December 25, rejecting the LTTE's cease-fire offer. They said, in their statement, "The Government believes that further gestures of goodwill are unnecessary, when it has clearly indicated its wish to engage in talks with the LTTE forthwith on the substantial issues involved, with a view to resolving the ethnic question, ending the war and paving the way for a durable peace. The Government considers a ceasefire as a consequent step that would arise when negotiations proceed to the mutual satisfaction of both sides. " However, military spokesperson Brigadier Karunaratne said, on December 24, "In keeping with military tradition, our guns will be silent today to mark Christmas, a day of peace and reconciliation. There will be no offensive military action today".
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December - 25 
The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) alleged on December 26 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels violated, on December 25, the unilateral cease-fire offer they had earlier made by hurling a hand grenade at troop
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The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) alleged on December 26 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels violated, on December 25, the unilateral cease-fire offer they had earlier made by hurling a hand grenade at troops in Kaithady. A soldier was injured in the incident. The SMIC further said government troops 'silenced their guns' on Christmas Day.
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December - 26 
Peter Hains, British Minister for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs welcomed the LTTE's cease-fire announcement and said it is hoped that the Sri Lankan Government would follow suit and seize the opportunity offered by this initiative. Hains also stat
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Peter Hains, British Minister for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs welcomed the LTTE's cease-fire announcement and said it is hoped that the Sri Lankan Government would follow suit and seize the opportunity offered by this initiative. Hains also stated, "I hope that this will be a genuine cease-fire and one that will be maintained".
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December - 26 
The Special Media Information Centre also said government troops recovered a large haul of ammunition, 24 RPG bombs and 11 hand grenades from fleeing rebel cadres in Kaithady, on December 26.
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The Special Media Information Centre also said government troops recovered a large haul of ammunition, 24 RPG bombs and 11 hand grenades from fleeing rebel cadres in Kaithady, on December 26.
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December - 26 
Troops in Ariyalai killed at least one rebel cadre and injured another, on December 26.
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Troops in Ariyalai killed at least one rebel cadre and injured another, on December 26.
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December - 27 
Government troops are consolidating their positions in the newly captured areas.
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Government troops are consolidating their positions in the newly captured areas.
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December - 28 
Seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were arrested in Vavuniya, on December 28. Investigations revealed that three of the seven arrested are suspected suicide bombers. Police said they also recovered arms and ammunition from the arres
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Seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were arrested in Vavuniya, on December 28. Investigations revealed that three of the seven arrested are suspected suicide bombers. Police said they also recovered arms and ammunition from the arrested persons.
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December - 29 
At a meeting of Tamil groups in Sri Lanka, attended by the People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE), TELO, All Ceylon Tamil Congress (ACTC), Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF), Ceylon National Workers Congress, Democratic Workers’ Co
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At a meeting of Tamil groups in Sri Lanka, attended by the People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE), TELO, All Ceylon Tamil Congress (ACTC), Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF), Ceylon National Workers Congress, Democratic Workers’ Congress, National Workers Foundation and Assiz Democratic Workers’ Congres, the gathring urged the government to respond favourably to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam's (LTTE's) cease-fire call. Two prominent Tamil political groups, Eelam Peoples Democratic Party (EPDP) and Eelam Peoples Revolutionary Liberation Front (EPRLF) were not represented at the meeting.
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December - 29 
Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar said, in New Delhi, on December 29, "The LTTE's ceasefires have in the past been opportunistic. So is the present one".
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Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar said, in New Delhi, on December 29, "The LTTE's ceasefires have in the past been opportunistic. So is the present one".
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December - 29 
The Jaffna University was witness to anti-government demonstrations. Students and faculty gathered on the campus and held a protest meeting displaying banners that read "Recognise Tamil people's right to self determination," "Recognize the traditiona
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The Jaffna University was witness to anti-government demonstrations. Students and faculty gathered on the campus and held a protest meeting displaying banners that read "Recognise Tamil people's right to self determination," "Recognize the traditional homeland of Tamil people," and "Sri Lanka Government, begin peace talks with Liberation Tigers, the sole representatives of Tamil people."
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December - 29 
Vice Admiral Daya Sandagiri has been appointed as the Chief of the Naval Staff.
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Vice Admiral Daya Sandagiri has been appointed as the Chief of the Naval Staff.
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December - 30 
According to delayed reports, the Sri Lankan Army recaptured 12 kilometres of territory in the proximity of Jaffna city including the strategic Navatkuli bridge on the A9 highway connecting Jaffna city and Chavakachcheri from the rebels of Liberation
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According to delayed reports, the Sri Lankan Army recaptured 12 kilometres of territory in the proximity of Jaffna city including the strategic Navatkuli bridge on the A9 highway connecting Jaffna city and Chavakachcheri from the rebels of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on December 30, 2000. Another 50 kilometres of territory in the Jaffna lagoon area too was reported to have been recaptured from the rebels. No causalities were reported in these incidents.
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December - 30 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga is due to hold consultations with the Cabinet and senior leaders of the ruling People's Alliance (PA) on January 1, 2001, to frame an appropriate response to the unilateral cease-fire offer made by the Liberation Tiger
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga is due to hold consultations with the Cabinet and senior leaders of the ruling People's Alliance (PA) on January 1, 2001, to frame an appropriate response to the unilateral cease-fire offer made by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The LTTE's offer came into force beginning midnight December 24, 2000. The government has as of now rejected the offer and has vowed to prosecute the war against the rebels. The Prime Minister and the Foreign Minister have already clarified that de-escalation of the war could be considered only after negotiations with the rebels.
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December - 31 
In another incident on the same day one rebel was killed after an encounter with the troops operating towards north of Omanthai.
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In another incident on the same day one rebel was killed after an encounter with the troops operating towards north of Omanthai.
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December - 31 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga is due to hold consultations with the Cabinet and senior leaders of the ruling People's Alliance (PA) on January 1, 2001, to frame an appropriate response to the unilateral cease-fire offer made by the Liberation Tiger
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga is due to hold consultations with the Cabinet and senior leaders of the ruling People's Alliance (PA) on January 1, 2001, to frame an appropriate response to the unilateral cease-fire offer made by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The LTTE's offer came into force beginning midnight December 24, 2000. The government has as of now rejected the offer and has vowed to prosecute the war against the rebels. The Prime Minister and the Foreign Minister have already clarified that de-escalation of the war could be considered only after negotiations with the rebels.
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December - 31 
The Special Media Information Centre said on January 1 that troops in Kilali killed three rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on December 31, 2000.
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The Special Media Information Centre said on January 1 that troops in Kilali killed three rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on December 31, 2000.
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December - 31 
Troops recovered some arms and ammunition while conducting clearing operations in the newly captured areas following stage II of Operation Kinihira Eight in the Navatkuli and Thanankilappu area.
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Troops recovered some arms and ammunition while conducting clearing operations in the newly captured areas following stage II of Operation Kinihira Eight in the Navatkuli and Thanankilappu area.
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*Data till , May 03, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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