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December - 1 
At least 23 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and 57 others injured during encounters between troops and the militants in the area south of Adampan in the Mannar district on December 1, reports Sri Lanka Army. Three soldiers
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At least 23 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and 57 others injured during encounters between troops and the militants in the area south of Adampan in the Mannar district on December 1, reports Sri Lanka Army. Three soldiers were also killed while 20 others were wounded in the clashes.
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December - 1 
On December 1, a claymore mine detonated by the LTTE cadres targeting an army foot patrol in the Urani area of Jaffna district killed one soldier and injured another.
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On December 1, a claymore mine detonated by the LTTE cadres targeting an army foot patrol in the Urani area of Jaffna district killed one soldier and injured another.
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December - 1 
On December 1, troops destroyed a bunker of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Mannar district killing nine LTTE cadres and wounding 47 others. Three soldiers were killed and 10 others were injured during the incident.
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On December 1, troops destroyed a bunker of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Mannar district killing nine LTTE cadres and wounding 47 others. Three soldiers were killed and 10 others were injured during the incident.
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December - 1 
On the same day, troops killed three LTTE militants in the Periyathampane area of Vavuniya district.
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On the same day, troops killed three LTTE militants in the Periyathampane area of Vavuniya district.
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December - 1 
Separately, 20 more LTTE cadres were killed and 25 others injured by the troops in the Periyapantichurichchan area of Vavuniya district. Six soldiers were injured due to LTTE mortar fire and three more soldiers were injured in explosion of anti-perso
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Separately, 20 more LTTE cadres were killed and 25 others injured by the troops in the Periyapantichurichchan area of Vavuniya district. Six soldiers were injured due to LTTE mortar fire and three more soldiers were injured in explosion of anti-personnel mines during the clash.
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December - 1 
Separately, LTTE cadres attacked soldiers guarding a defense line at Umayaratakulam in the Muhamalai area of the Jaffna peninsula. Retaliatory fire by the troops killed six LTTE cadres.
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Separately, LTTE cadres attacked soldiers guarding a defense line at Umayaratakulam in the Muhamalai area of the Jaffna peninsula. Retaliatory fire by the troops killed six LTTE cadres.
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December - 1 
Separately, two of the outfit’s cadres attempting to enter the security forces held areas of Kokkuthuduwai in the Vavuniya district were shot dead by the troops.
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Separately, two of the outfit’s cadres attempting to enter the security forces held areas of Kokkuthuduwai in the Vavuniya district were shot dead by the troops.
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December - 1 
Six more LTTE militants were killed during clashes with the troops in the Muhamale area of Jaffna district.
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Six more LTTE militants were killed during clashes with the troops in the Muhamale area of Jaffna district.
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December - 1 
The dead body of a person identified as, Thambimuttu Nadarasa, was found with cut injuries from the Kalmadu area of Batticaloa district on December 1. Investigations revealed that the victim had been a LTTE cadre but later left the organization. It i
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The dead body of a person identified as, Thambimuttu Nadarasa, was found with cut injuries from the Kalmadu area of Batticaloa district on December 1. Investigations revealed that the victim had been a LTTE cadre but later left the organization. It is believed that LTTE had killed him for the desertion.
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December - 1 
Troops at FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the same area launched an attack on a LTTE bunker line, killing four cadres and destroying two of their bunkers.
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Troops at FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the same area launched an attack on a LTTE bunker line, killing four cadres and destroying two of their bunkers.
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December - 1 
Two soldiers were killed and six others injured during indiscriminate mortar fire directed by the LTTE towards Manthai, Mullikulam, Thiruketheeswaran and other neighbouring areas of Mannar district.
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Two soldiers were killed and six others injured during indiscriminate mortar fire directed by the LTTE towards Manthai, Mullikulam, Thiruketheeswaran and other neighbouring areas of Mannar district.
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December - 2 
A day earlier, troops deployed at the Muhamale FDL killed two LTTE cadres during their retaliation. Two LTTE bunkers were also destroyed.
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A day earlier, troops deployed at the Muhamale FDL killed two LTTE cadres during their retaliation. Two LTTE bunkers were also destroyed.
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December - 2 
In a separate incident, one LTTE cadre, identified as Darani, committed suicide detonating a suicide jacket while the troops were conducting a search operation in the Vadiri area on December 2. Troops also recovered one more suicide jacket and a hand
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In a separate incident, one LTTE cadre, identified as Darani, committed suicide detonating a suicide jacket while the troops were conducting a search operation in the Vadiri area on December 2. Troops also recovered one more suicide jacket and a hand grenade from the incident site.
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December - 2 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is said to be extorting huge sums of money from civilians in the government controlled Jaffna peninsula, according to Daily Mirror. Despite the heavy military presence in the peninsula, LTTE agents were bel
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is said to be extorting huge sums of money from civilians in the government controlled Jaffna peninsula, according to Daily Mirror. Despite the heavy military presence in the peninsula, LTTE agents were believed to be carrying out the extortion from shop owners and civilians with family members residing overseas, warning at times of dire consequences if the demands for money were not met. The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) said it had also received information of continued trends of extortion in Jaffna over the past few weeks, adding that the amount demanded was reportedly increasing frequently. In July 2007, the SLMM said it had received complaints of extortion with extortionists demanding up to Rupees 500,000 from shop owners and people with relatives abroad. Apart from threats posed by LTTE extortionists, civilians in Jaffna also continue to face fears of abductions and killings by the LTTE and other groups. The weekly SLMM security assessment report noted that it had enquired into the situation of civilians seeking protection in Jaffna this week and found that there were currently 193 surrendees in the Jaffna region, of which 174 males and two females were at the Jaffna prison while the remaining 17, consisting of four families have been accommodated at a children’s home in Vaddukoddai.
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December - 3 
A day earlier, troops in the Muhamalai area launched an attack on two LTTE bunkers killing at least five militants. The two bunkers were completely destroyed.
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A day earlier, troops in the Muhamalai area launched an attack on two LTTE bunkers killing at least five militants. The two bunkers were completely destroyed.
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December - 3 
Elsewhere, four LTTE militants were killed in heavy clashes in the Muhamale area at the north of A-9 highway in the Jaffna district on December 3. Troops also destroyed one of their bunkers in the attack.
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Elsewhere, four LTTE militants were killed in heavy clashes in the Muhamale area at the north of A-9 highway in the Jaffna district on December 3. Troops also destroyed one of their bunkers in the attack.
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December - 3 
Further, on December 3 (today), two LTTE cadres were killed during a pre-dawn confrontation between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Alakaluppoddukulam area.
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Further, on December 3 (today), two LTTE cadres were killed during a pre-dawn confrontation between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Alakaluppoddukulam area.
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December - 3 
In an encounter that ensued after Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants attacked the areas south of Adampan in the Mannar district on December 3-morning, 35 LTTE cadres were killed by the troops and an equal number of them injured. Six Ar
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In an encounter that ensued after Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants attacked the areas south of Adampan in the Mannar district on December 3-morning, 35 LTTE cadres were killed by the troops and an equal number of them injured. Six Army personnel were also killed and 20 others received injuries in the clash.
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December - 3 
Meanwhile, five LTTE cadres were arrested by the troops on duty in the Muttur area of Trincomalee district.
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Meanwhile, five LTTE cadres were arrested by the troops on duty in the Muttur area of Trincomalee district.
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December - 3 
Meanwhile, security forces assisted by Army Engineer troops removed 419 anti-personnel mines during de-mining operations in the Kuduruvitankulam, Vilattikulam and Umayaratuvaram areas of the Vavuniya district.
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Meanwhile, security forces assisted by Army Engineer troops removed 419 anti-personnel mines during de-mining operations in the Kuduruvitankulam, Vilattikulam and Umayaratuvaram areas of the Vavuniya district.
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December - 3 
On December 3, security forces recovered a bomb from inside an unattended parcel detected near a telephone post opposite the house of Tamil National Alliance Jaffna District Parliamentarian M.K. Shivagilingam at Jawattha in Colombo around 8:40 am, ac
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On December 3, security forces recovered a bomb from inside an unattended parcel detected near a telephone post opposite the house of Tamil National Alliance Jaffna District Parliamentarian M.K. Shivagilingam at Jawattha in Colombo around 8:40 am, according to the Ministry of Defence Website.
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December - 3 
Troops on foot patrol in the general area of Pavattakulam in the same district confronted a group of LTTE militants on December 3 and killed a member of the LTTE intelligence wing, identified as Suharthan. Later, troops recovered four hand grenades,
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Troops on foot patrol in the general area of Pavattakulam in the same district confronted a group of LTTE militants on December 3 and killed a member of the LTTE intelligence wing, identified as Suharthan. Later, troops recovered four hand grenades, one cyanide capsule, a grenade pouch and a dog tag in close proximity to his dead body.
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December - 4 
11 LTTE cadres were killed when troops confronted a group of the outfit’s cadres in the Mullikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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11 LTTE cadres were killed when troops confronted a group of the outfit’s cadres in the Mullikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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December - 4 
A day earlier, seven LTTE cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them injured during clashes between troops and the militants at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district. Four soldiers who were wounded during the exchange of fire succumbed to their
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A day earlier, seven LTTE cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them injured during clashes between troops and the militants at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district. Four soldiers who were wounded during the exchange of fire succumbed to their injuries later.
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December - 4 
A day earlier, troops launched an artillery attack on a group of LTTE cadres who were moving in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district. One cadre was reportedly killed in the attack.
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A day earlier, troops launched an artillery attack on a group of LTTE cadres who were moving in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district. One cadre was reportedly killed in the attack.
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December - 4 
At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them injured during clashes between troops and the outfit’s cadres at the Kilali FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district on December 4, reports
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At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them injured during clashes between troops and the outfit’s cadres at the Kilali FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district on December 4, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers were killed and three others wounded during the clashes.
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December - 4 
At Manthai, troops razed a LTTE bunker and killed at least seven cadres. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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At Manthai, troops razed a LTTE bunker and killed at least seven cadres. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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December - 4 
At the Nagarkovil FDL, troops killed three LTTE cadres and injured two others on December 4. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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At the Nagarkovil FDL, troops killed three LTTE cadres and injured two others on December 4. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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December - 4 
Elsewhere, 10 more LTTE cadres were killed during another encounter between troops and the militants at Parappakandal.
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Elsewhere, 10 more LTTE cadres were killed during another encounter between troops and the militants at Parappakandal.
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December - 4 
Four LTTE cadres were injured in the Dematagala and Debaraduwa areas, 30-km north of the Yala National Park in the Hambantota district. Troops conducting search operations inside the Yala reserve mounted an attack when they observed movement of LTTE
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Four LTTE cadres were injured in the Dematagala and Debaraduwa areas, 30-km north of the Yala National Park in the Hambantota district. Troops conducting search operations inside the Yala reserve mounted an attack when they observed movement of LTTE militants in the area, reports said. One Army soldier sustained injuries in the incident.
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December - 4 
Meanwhile, the chief government whip Minister Jeyaraj Fernandopulle told Parliament that of the 2,184 persons arrested by the security forces over the weekend, over 1,800 persons have already been released after questioning. The Minister said only 36
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Meanwhile, the chief government whip Minister Jeyaraj Fernandopulle told Parliament that of the 2,184 persons arrested by the security forces over the weekend, over 1,800 persons have already been released after questioning. The Minister said only 360 persons are now in the custody. They will also be released when the investigations are completed. He added, "But investigations should be carried out on these arrested people. As I mentioned earlier, the LTTE is very capable of issuing forged identity cards and police reports." "They [bombers] did not have any labels on them as LTTE or terrorists. Therefore, the Government was compelled to search people and places in the interest of public security, since that was the responsibility of the Government," Daily News quoted him as saying. The Minister was responding to a question raised by the UNP Member of Parliament T. Maheshwaran regarding the Tamil people detained during a special search operation conducted over the weekend after the November 28 bomb blasts in Colombo.
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December - 4 
Two soldiers who were on duty at Kilaly FDL in the Jaffna district sustained injuries due to LTTE artillery attacks.
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Two soldiers who were on duty at Kilaly FDL in the Jaffna district sustained injuries due to LTTE artillery attacks.
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December - 5 
15 civilians were killed and 23 others injured in a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered remote controlled claymore mine explosion targeting a Ceylon Transport Board passenger bus at Abimanpura in the Padaviya area of Anuradhapura distri
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15 civilians were killed and 23 others injured in a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered remote controlled claymore mine explosion targeting a Ceylon Transport Board passenger bus at Abimanpura in the Padaviya area of Anuradhapura district on December 5, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 5 
A day earlier, five LTTE cadres were killed during clashes with the troops in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas, while three of their bunkers were destroyed.
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A day earlier, five LTTE cadres were killed during clashes with the troops in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas, while three of their bunkers were destroyed.
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December - 5 
A group of LTTE militants who were hiding in the jungles of Chinnacippikulam launched an attack on a regular route clearing patrol of the Army, killing three soldiers. Troops retaliated and inflicted an unspecified number of casualties on the LTTE.
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A group of LTTE militants who were hiding in the jungles of Chinnacippikulam launched an attack on a regular route clearing patrol of the Army, killing three soldiers. Troops retaliated and inflicted an unspecified number of casualties on the LTTE.
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December - 5 
At Addaikkalamoddai in the Mannar district, troops killed four cadres of the LTTE.
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At Addaikkalamoddai in the Mannar district, troops killed four cadres of the LTTE.
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December - 5 
Elsewhere, three more LTTE cadres were killed by troops in the Adampan area.
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Elsewhere, three more LTTE cadres were killed by troops in the Adampan area.
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December - 5 
Four LTTE cadres were killed during clashes that occurred at Periyakuriyittakulam in the Vavuniya district.
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Four LTTE cadres were killed during clashes that occurred at Periyakuriyittakulam in the Vavuniya district.
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December - 5 
Four more LTTE militants were killed during another clash between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Umayaratuvarankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Four more LTTE militants were killed during another clash between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Umayaratuvarankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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December - 5 
Four soldiers aboard a tractor were killed and two others injured when the tractor hit a LTTE pressure mine in the Sinnasettikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Four soldiers aboard a tractor were killed and two others injured when the tractor hit a LTTE pressure mine in the Sinnasettikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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December - 5 
Further, on December 5, troops killed five LTTE cadres engaged in the construction of a bunker at Muhamalai FDL (forward defence line) in the Jaffna district.
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Further, on December 5, troops killed five LTTE cadres engaged in the construction of a bunker at Muhamalai FDL (forward defence line) in the Jaffna district.
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December - 5 
On December 5, three LTTE cadres were killed when troops confronted a group of militants at Adampan in the Mannar district.
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On December 5, three LTTE cadres were killed when troops confronted a group of militants at Adampan in the Mannar district.
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December - 5 
Similarly, two more LTTE cadres were killed by troops deployed at the Kilaly FDL in Jaffna district.
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Similarly, two more LTTE cadres were killed by troops deployed at the Kilaly FDL in Jaffna district.
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December - 5 
Sri Lanka Democracy Forum (SLDF) has accused the LTTE of heaping misery on the island's Tamil community and urged the outfit’s chief Velupillai Prabhakaran to renounce the 'politics of suicide and political killings' to get on to the path of a negoti
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Sri Lanka Democracy Forum (SLDF) has accused the LTTE of heaping misery on the island's Tamil community and urged the outfit’s chief Velupillai Prabhakaran to renounce the 'politics of suicide and political killings' to get on to the path of a negotiated end to the ethnic conflict, reports IANS. "The LTTE leader has to publicly renounce the movement's politics of suicide and political killings as a first and important step in establishing its serious intent towards a negotiated political solution," said SLDF, which groups Tamil activists who seek a peaceful and negotiated end to the ethnic conflict. "The choice for the LTTE is clear: it either transforms itself by abandoning the secessionist cry and its cult of suicide and works towards a negotiated settlement by joining the democratic process; or faces eventual rejection by the Tamil community, and isolation by the international community," the statement added.
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The LTTE claimed that at least 10 soldiers were killed when the outfit’s cadres repulsed army attacks on a LTTE-held area in the Mannar district on December 5 and December 6, reports Reuters. "The Sri Lanka Armed Forces (SLAF) teams... retreated with
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The LTTE claimed that at least 10 soldiers were killed when the outfit’s cadres repulsed army attacks on a LTTE-held area in the Mannar district on December 5 and December 6, reports Reuters. "The Sri Lanka Armed Forces (SLAF) teams... retreated with heavy casualties. At least 10 of the SLAF men were killed and several others were wounded, front line sources confirm," said LTTE military spokesman Rasiah Ilanthirayan in an email statement, and added that the outfit suffered no casualties in the fighting. The military, however, denied the clashes had taken place. "There is no such advance by the army and no such casualties to the army in that area," said military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara.
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December - 5 
Troops, during search operations following the December 5 clashes at Debaraduwa and Dematagala areas in the Hambantota district, found the dead body of one female LTTE cadre along with one LTTE dog tag, ten pairs of rubber slippers, one wrist watch,
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Troops, during search operations following the December 5 clashes at Debaraduwa and Dematagala areas in the Hambantota district, found the dead body of one female LTTE cadre along with one LTTE dog tag, ten pairs of rubber slippers, one wrist watch, five steel cooking pots and several other items from the incident site. As reported earlier, four LTTE cadres were injured when troops attacked a group of the outfit’s cadres in the area.
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December - 6 
A day earlier, five LTTE cadres were killed during clashes between Army troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Kallikulam, Parappakandal, Periyaumayadukulam and Pudakkadu areas of Vavuniya district.
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A day earlier, five LTTE cadres were killed during clashes between Army troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Kallikulam, Parappakandal, Periyaumayadukulam and Pudakkadu areas of Vavuniya district.
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December - 6 
Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres, including Muhamalai area leader identified as Gnanasundaram alias Mani, were shot dead by the Army troops deployed at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district on December 6-m
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Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres, including Muhamalai area leader identified as Gnanasundaram alias Mani, were shot dead by the Army troops deployed at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district on December 6-morning, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 6 
Further, on December 6, a group of LTTE cadres fired towards troops before they attempted to infiltrate the Muhamalai FDL. Troops in retaliation killed four militants and also destroyed two of the outfit’s bunkers.
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Further, on December 6, a group of LTTE cadres fired towards troops before they attempted to infiltrate the Muhamalai FDL. Troops in retaliation killed four militants and also destroyed two of the outfit’s bunkers.
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December - 6 
Meanwhile, defence spokesperson and minister, Keheliya Rambukwella, said in Parliament that Kilinochchi was within sight, and therefore the government would pursue the target of eradicating terrorism to create a democratic environment, according to D
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Meanwhile, defence spokesperson and minister, Keheliya Rambukwella, said in Parliament that Kilinochchi was within sight, and therefore the government would pursue the target of eradicating terrorism to create a democratic environment, according to Daily Mirror. The minister said that the government had won unprecedented military victories after 30 years of war and should not let go of this advantageous position and added, "If we let this chance go, the country will slip back to the position that existed 30 years ago."
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December - 6 
Meanwhile, the Parliament approved the extension of the state of emergency for another month, according to Colombo Page. Sri Lanka has been in a state of emergency since the assassination of the then Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar in August 200
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Meanwhile, the Parliament approved the extension of the state of emergency for another month, according to Colombo Page. Sri Lanka has been in a state of emergency since the assassination of the then Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar in August 2005 and under the Constitution of Sri Lanka, it comes up for review every month.
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December - 6 
One civilian, identified as Thevarasa Sathin Kumar, was killed and another, Nadarasa Indra Kumar, injured when LTTE cadres stormed a house at Anandapuram in the Kalviyankadu area of the same district and opened fire towards them on December 6.
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One civilian, identified as Thevarasa Sathin Kumar, was killed and another, Nadarasa Indra Kumar, injured when LTTE cadres stormed a house at Anandapuram in the Kalviyankadu area of the same district and opened fire towards them on December 6.
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December - 6 
The government on December 6 vowed to destroy the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) strongholds and also warned of more LTTE attacks on civilians, reports Reuters. Cabinet spokesperson Anura Priyadarshana Yapa said the LTTE attack in the Anurad
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The government on December 6 vowed to destroy the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) strongholds and also warned of more LTTE attacks on civilians, reports Reuters. Cabinet spokesperson Anura Priyadarshana Yapa said the LTTE attack in the Anuradhapura district on December 4-night showed the desperation of the group. "Why are they aiming at civilians? What are they gaining by that? That means they are weak and desperate. We are trying our level best to destroy these terrorists in their own places," Yapa said, adding, "We took back full control of the east, and we are now engaging (them) on various other fronts, so we are trying to weaken them further, and we want to make sure that terrorism is wiped out from this country."
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December - 6 
Three soldiers were injured in a LTTE mortar fire in the Kallikulam and Parappakandal areas of the Mannar district.
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Three soldiers were injured in a LTTE mortar fire in the Kallikulam and Parappakandal areas of the Mannar district.
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December - 6 
Troops foiled another infiltration attempt by LTTE cadres in the Omanthe area of Vavuniya district, killing three of them.
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Troops foiled another infiltration attempt by LTTE cadres in the Omanthe area of Vavuniya district, killing three of them.
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December - 6 
Troops recovered two T-56 weapons, eight T-56 magazines, one hand grenade, one shotgun, three pouches, one LTTE flag, three TVs, one solar power equipment, two plastic water tanks, one flasher, one kerosene cooker, two wheelbarrows and a few other it
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Troops recovered two T-56 weapons, eight T-56 magazines, one hand grenade, one shotgun, three pouches, one LTTE flag, three TVs, one solar power equipment, two plastic water tanks, one flasher, one kerosene cooker, two wheelbarrows and a few other items from the Manirasakulam area of Trincomalee district.
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December - 7 
17 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including six female cadres, were killed and 18 others injured in pre-emptive strikes launched by the Army in the Narrikkulam area of Mannar district on December 7, reports Sri Lanka Army. The tro
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17 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including six female cadres, were killed and 18 others injured in pre-emptive strikes launched by the Army in the Narrikkulam area of Mannar district on December 7, reports Sri Lanka Army. The troops also destroyed five LTTE bunkers.
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December - 7 
Further, on December 7, two LTTE cadres were killed by the troops during another encounter between the two sides in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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Further, on December 7, two LTTE cadres were killed by the troops during another encounter between the two sides in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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December - 7 
Troops in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district attacked a LTTE bunker and killed four cadres on December 7. Three cadres were also injured in the incident.
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Troops in the Palamoddai area of Vavuniya district attacked a LTTE bunker and killed four cadres on December 7. Three cadres were also injured in the incident.
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December - 8 
Four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed by troops in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district on December 8, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed by troops in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district on December 8, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 8 
Meanwhile, the dead bodies of three LTTE cadres were recovered from Mannar and Thampanai areas along with seven T-56 weapons on December 8.
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Meanwhile, the dead bodies of three LTTE cadres were recovered from Mannar and Thampanai areas along with seven T-56 weapons on December 8.
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December - 8 
Separately, troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres in the Kallikulam area and killed four of them.
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Separately, troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres in the Kallikulam area and killed four of them.
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December - 8 
Sporadic clashes continued between troops and the LTTE cadres in the Periyathampane area where troops successfully retaliated and repulsed several outfit’s offensives and neutralized a LTTE mortar location by launching a concentrated artillery attack
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Sporadic clashes continued between troops and the LTTE cadres in the Periyathampane area where troops successfully retaliated and repulsed several outfit’s offensives and neutralized a LTTE mortar location by launching a concentrated artillery attack on it. Heavy casualties on LTTE were reported from the confronted areas in Periyathampane, while one soldier was also killed.
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December - 8 
Troops retaliated and repulsed an attempt by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres to infiltrate into the Periyathampane area of Vavuniya district, killing at least 10 cadres while injuring several others on December 8, reports Sri Lanka
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Troops retaliated and repulsed an attempt by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres to infiltrate into the Periyathampane area of Vavuniya district, killing at least 10 cadres while injuring several others on December 8, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Two soldiers were injured during the clash.
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December - 8 
Two more LTTE cadres were killed by troops during another confrontation at Adampan in the Mannar district on December 8.
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Two more LTTE cadres were killed by troops during another confrontation at Adampan in the Mannar district on December 8.
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December - 9 
At least six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when troops confronted a group of outfit’s cadres in the north of Narrikkulam in Vavuniya district on December 9, reports Sri Lanka Army. While one soldier was also killed in the
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At least six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when troops confronted a group of outfit’s cadres in the north of Narrikkulam in Vavuniya district on December 9, reports Sri Lanka Army. While one soldier was also killed in the incident, two T-56 weapons were recovered from the incident site.
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December - 9 
At Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district, LTTE cadres attacked troops and injured two soldiers.
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At Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district, LTTE cadres attacked troops and injured two soldiers.
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December - 9 
In Umayarathuwankulam, one soldier was injured in explosion of an anti personnel mine.
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In Umayarathuwankulam, one soldier was injured in explosion of an anti personnel mine.
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December - 9 
On December 9, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a youth, Mayuran, in the Erlaly area of Jaffna district.
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On December 9, LTTE ‘pistol gang’ cadres shot dead a youth, Mayuran, in the Erlaly area of Jaffna district.
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December - 9 
On the same day, LTTE cadres attacked troops in the Narrikkulam area. One LTTE cadre was killed and two soldiers sustained injuries during the subsequent clash between the two sides.
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On the same day, LTTE cadres attacked troops in the Narrikkulam area. One LTTE cadre was killed and two soldiers sustained injuries during the subsequent clash between the two sides.
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December - 9 
Seven soldiers were injured during clashes with LTTE at Periyapanndivirichchan in the Vavuniya district. One of the injured soldiers died of his injuries later.
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Seven soldiers were injured during clashes with LTTE at Periyapanndivirichchan in the Vavuniya district. One of the injured soldiers died of his injuries later.
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December - 9 
Troops recovered eight dead bodies of the LTTE cadres along with five T-56 weapons, one Light Machine Gun, one T-81 riffle and two radio sets from the Periyathampane area in the same district on December 9, SLA reports. "Dead bodies of eight militant
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Troops recovered eight dead bodies of the LTTE cadres along with five T-56 weapons, one Light Machine Gun, one T-81 riffle and two radio sets from the Periyathampane area in the same district on December 9, SLA reports. "Dead bodies of eight militants were recovered by Army troops who conducted a search operation in Periyathampane today. Six bodies were handed over to the Vavuniya hospital but the other two were decomposed," the Defence ministry said in a statement, adds PTI.
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December - 10 
A day earlier, troops repulsed a LTTE small arms and mortar attack at the Muhamalai FDL, killing three cadres.
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A day earlier, troops repulsed a LTTE small arms and mortar attack at the Muhamalai FDL, killing three cadres.
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December - 10 
At Navathkulama in the Vavuniya district, troops retaliated and killed four LTTE cadres when the outfit’s cadres emerging from a wayside jungle tried to strike a foot patrol of the Army.
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At Navathkulama in the Vavuniya district, troops retaliated and killed four LTTE cadres when the outfit’s cadres emerging from a wayside jungle tried to strike a foot patrol of the Army.
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December - 10 
Elsewhere, on December 10 (today), four LTTE militants were killed when troops laid an ambush in the Navathkulama area, according to Ministry of Defence Website.
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Elsewhere, on December 10 (today), four LTTE militants were killed when troops laid an ambush in the Navathkulama area, according to Ministry of Defence Website.
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December - 10 
Elsewhere, three more LTTE cadres were killed in the Welioya area during another confrontation between the two sides.
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Elsewhere, three more LTTE cadres were killed in the Welioya area during another confrontation between the two sides.
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December - 10 
Elsewhere, three soldiers were injured in a LTTE attack at Periyapantrichurichchan. Troops repulsed the attack causing heavy damages to the LTTE. Details are yet to be ascertained.
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Elsewhere, three soldiers were injured in a LTTE attack at Periyapantrichurichchan. Troops repulsed the attack causing heavy damages to the LTTE. Details are yet to be ascertained.
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December - 10 
Further, on December 10, six more LTTE cadres were killed by troops in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Mullaitivu district.
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Further, on December 10, six more LTTE cadres were killed by troops in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Mullaitivu district.
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December - 10 
Meanwhile, a massive protest rally organised by the Tamil Makkal Viduthalaip Puligal (TMVP), the political wing of the LTTE breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna Amman, was staged in the Batticaloa town on December 10. Over 5,000 people, mostly T
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Meanwhile, a massive protest rally organised by the Tamil Makkal Viduthalaip Puligal (TMVP), the political wing of the LTTE breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna Amman, was staged in the Batticaloa town on December 10. Over 5,000 people, mostly Tamils were seen marching, yelling slogans against the LTTE and their political ally, Tamil National Alliance (TNA). According to a press release issued by the TMVP, the aim of the protest is to force the TNA MPs for the Eastern Province to not to block the development activities presently undergoing in the East on the orders of the LTTE. The TMVP is also preparing to hand over a petition extending support to eliminate LTTE terrorism, media reports said.
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December - 10 
On the same day, two LTTE cadres were killed during encounters between the two sides at Kurisuddakulam in the Vavuniya district.
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On the same day, two LTTE cadres were killed during encounters between the two sides at Kurisuddakulam in the Vavuniya district.
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December - 10 
One soldier was killed during an encounter between the two sides at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district.
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One soldier was killed during an encounter between the two sides at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district.
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December - 10 
Troops killed one LTTE cadre at Villattikulam in the Vavuniya district.
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Troops killed one LTTE cadre at Villattikulam in the Vavuniya district.
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December - 10 
Two soldiers were injured when a anti-personnel mine exploded at Periyathampane in the same district.
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Two soldiers were injured when a anti-personnel mine exploded at Periyathampane in the same district.
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December - 11 
12 of the over 2000 Tamils arrested in Colombo and its suburbs on December 1 and 2 in one of the largest security crackdown are confirmed hardcore LTTE terrorists, said Deputy Inspector General of Police D. W. Prathapasinghe on December 11, according
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12 of the over 2000 Tamils arrested in Colombo and its suburbs on December 1 and 2 in one of the largest security crackdown are confirmed hardcore LTTE terrorists, said Deputy Inspector General of Police D. W. Prathapasinghe on December 11, according to The Island.
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December - 11 
A day earlier, troops killed three LTTE cadres and injured two others during an encounter at Kandaperiyakulam in the Vavuniya district.
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A day earlier, troops killed three LTTE cadres and injured two others during an encounter at Kandaperiyakulam in the Vavuniya district.
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December - 11 
At least 20 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and over 30 injured when three separate clashes between troops and the outfit’s cadres occurred within a span of four hours commencing at about 11.30 am in the southwest region
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At least 20 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and over 30 injured when three separate clashes between troops and the outfit’s cadres occurred within a span of four hours commencing at about 11.30 am in the southwest region of Adampan in the Mannar district on December 11, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Three soldiers were also killed during these clashes. Fighting erupted when a group of LTTE cadres attempted to infiltrate in to the cleared areas (area under government control). Meanwhile, the LTTE claimed that at least 26 soldiers were killed and more than 80 wounded in three incidents in Mannar after an army attack, adds Reuters. "All the SLAF (Sri Lankan Armed Forces) teams were beaten back to their earlier fortifications," said the LTTE military spokesman Rasiah Ilanthirayan, adding, three militants were also killed.
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December - 11 
Elsewhere, two LTTE cadres were injured during a clash between the two sides at Kallikulam.
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Elsewhere, two LTTE cadres were injured during a clash between the two sides at Kallikulam.
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December - 11 
Four more LTTE cadres were killed when troops confronted a group of militants in the Nagarkovil area.
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Four more LTTE cadres were killed when troops confronted a group of militants in the Nagarkovil area.
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December - 11 
Four soldiers were wounded during clashes between the militants and troops in the Periyathampane and Kurisuddakulam areas of the same district on December 11.
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Four soldiers were wounded during clashes between the militants and troops in the Periyathampane and Kurisuddakulam areas of the same district on December 11.
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December - 11 
Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama said that the government is unwilling to observe a truce ahead of any peace talks with the LTTE, according to Reuters. The President and the Foreign Minister were in Tokyo for meetings with the Japanese
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Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama said that the government is unwilling to observe a truce ahead of any peace talks with the LTTE, according to Reuters. The President and the Foreign Minister were in Tokyo for meetings with the Japanese government.
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December - 11 
Separately, LTTE cadres fired mortars towards troops deployed at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Lines) in the Jaffna district, SLA reported. Troops in retaliation killed five militants and destroyed one LTTE bunker. Similarly, three more LTTE cad
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Separately, LTTE cadres fired mortars towards troops deployed at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Lines) in the Jaffna district, SLA reported. Troops in retaliation killed five militants and destroyed one LTTE bunker. Similarly, three more LTTE cadres were killed by troops during another encounter at Kilaly FDL. One soldier was also killed and another sustained injuries during the clash.
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December - 11 
The government is committed to a political settlement to the national problem while countering terrorism, reiterated President Mahinda Rajapakse on December 11, reports Colombo Page. He stated that his government is “firmly committed to work with all
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The government is committed to a political settlement to the national problem while countering terrorism, reiterated President Mahinda Rajapakse on December 11, reports Colombo Page. He stated that his government is “firmly committed to work with all stakeholders in promoting a political settlement” while “vigorously countering terrorist threats.” He expressed hope that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) will denounce violence and terrorism and co-operate to work out an acceptable solution.
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December - 12 
Asian Tribune reports that French Courts ordered a further remand custody of four months for 19 top LTTE leaders in France. They include the 14 arrested in Paris in April 2007 and five arrested in September 2007. It is learnt that the suspects would
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Asian Tribune reports that French Courts ordered a further remand custody of four months for 19 top LTTE leaders in France. They include the 14 arrested in Paris in April 2007 and five arrested in September 2007. It is learnt that the suspects would be tried in April 2008 for several criminal activities, including extortion, intimidation, forceful fund collection, money laundering and fraudulent finance dealings. The suspects include the LTTE leader in France, Parithi alias Nadarajah Mathienthiran, political and propaganda chief Aravindan Thureswamy alias Metha and Thuraisamy Jayamurthy alias Sinna Jeya, who was in-charge of finance and money laundering (arrested on April 1) and Ranjan who replaced Parithi after the former’s arrest.
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December - 12 
Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during clashes between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district on December 12, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during clashes between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district on December 12, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 12 
Meanwhile, investigations have revealed that one person arrested during the recent search operation in Colombo had received training in a foreign flying school and have direct connections with the LTTE, said Defense spokesman and Minister Keheliya Ra
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Meanwhile, investigations have revealed that one person arrested during the recent search operation in Colombo had received training in a foreign flying school and have direct connections with the LTTE, said Defense spokesman and Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, according to Daily News. “It is true that 2,594 were taken into custody during the recent search operations but within 24 hours 1,954 of them were freed. Then only 383 were retained but at the moment only 97 are in custody. It is discovered that nine of them have direct contacts with the terrorists and one had undergone flying lessons in a foreign flying school,” the Minister said. Further, the LTTE reportedly has plans to transport explosives for subversive purposes using someone pretending to be an ice-cream vendor, said army spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara on December 12, according to Daily Mirror. He said that terrorists were planning to smuggle in explosives by concealing them in the ice-cream boxes fixed to bicycles.
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December - 12 
On December 12, troops killed another LTTE cadre in the Nedunkandal area of Mannar district.
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On December 12, troops killed another LTTE cadre in the Nedunkandal area of Mannar district.
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December - 12 
President Mahinda Rajapakse said that Sri Lanka's military offensive against the LTTE is aimed at attempting to force the outfit to come to peace talks. The operations in the east and north in recent months are trying to put pressure on the LTTE as w
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President Mahinda Rajapakse said that Sri Lanka's military offensive against the LTTE is aimed at attempting to force the outfit to come to peace talks. The operations in the east and north in recent months are trying to put pressure on the LTTE as well as freeing civilians from “the clutches of LTTE terror,'' Rajapakse told Sri Lankan businessmen during a visit to Japan, according to a report on the army's Website.
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December - 12 
Two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when troops opened fire towards a group of the outfit’s cadres near the Kilaly FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district on December 12.
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Two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when troops opened fire towards a group of the outfit’s cadres near the Kilaly FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district on December 12.
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December - 12 
Two more LTTE cadres were killed when troops confronted another group of militants near the Nagarkovil FDL.
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Two more LTTE cadres were killed when troops confronted another group of militants near the Nagarkovil FDL.
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December - 13 
11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when troops countered a small arms attack launched by the outfit in the area north of Parayanakulam in Vavuniya district on December 13, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when troops countered a small arms attack launched by the outfit in the area north of Parayanakulam in Vavuniya district on December 13, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 13 
During an encounter between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district on December 13, a soldier was killed and two others wounded.
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During an encounter between the two sides in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district on December 13, a soldier was killed and two others wounded.
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December - 13 
During another encounter at Parappakandal in the Mannar district, troops killed two militants and also destroyed one LTTE bunker.
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During another encounter at Parappakandal in the Mannar district, troops killed two militants and also destroyed one LTTE bunker.
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December - 13 
Further, on December 13 (today), LTTE militants detonated a claymore mine targeting a Police route clearing party at Kurukkalpudukulam, injuring a policeman who died later.
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Further, on December 13 (today), LTTE militants detonated a claymore mine targeting a Police route clearing party at Kurukkalpudukulam, injuring a policeman who died later.
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December - 13 
Further, on December 13, two LTTE cadres hiding inside a house at Viyaparamulla in the Point Pedro area blew themselves up by detonating explosives, when the troops swooped on the premises at about 5.10 am after receiving information over their prese
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Further, on December 13, two LTTE cadres hiding inside a house at Viyaparamulla in the Point Pedro area blew themselves up by detonating explosives, when the troops swooped on the premises at about 5.10 am after receiving information over their presence in the house. Seven civilians, inmates of the house, were also injured in the blast.
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December - 13 
Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka government on December 13 expressed deep displeasure to the British High Commissioner Dominic Chilcott in Colombo over his reported remarks that political aspirations for carving out a separate Tamil state was not illegal, re
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Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka government on December 13 expressed deep displeasure to the British High Commissioner Dominic Chilcott in Colombo over his reported remarks that political aspirations for carving out a separate Tamil state was not illegal, reports AFP. Chilcott on December 10 had warned Sri Lanka to clean up its human rights record or risk international sanctions.
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December - 13 
Separately, troops confronted a group of LTTE militants at Kandaperiyakulam, northwest of Poovarasankulam, and killed four of them.
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Separately, troops confronted a group of LTTE militants at Kandaperiyakulam, northwest of Poovarasankulam, and killed four of them.
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December - 13 
The number of LTTE cadres killed during three separate clashes between troops and the militants within a span of four hours commencing at about 11.30 am in the southwest region of Adampan in the Mannar district on December 11 has increased to 33. Lat
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The number of LTTE cadres killed during three separate clashes between troops and the militants within a span of four hours commencing at about 11.30 am in the southwest region of Adampan in the Mannar district on December 11 has increased to 33. Latest reports also stated that 16 soldiers were injured during the clash in which two of the LTTE’s heavy mortars, most probably of 120-mm caliber, were badly damaged following resistant fire directed by the troops. According to earlier reports, 20 LTTE cadres and three soldiers had died during the clashes.
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December - 13 
Troops killed two more LTTE cadres in two separate incidents in the Ponnar and Muhamalai areas of Jaffna district.
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Troops killed two more LTTE cadres in two separate incidents in the Ponnar and Muhamalai areas of Jaffna district.
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December - 14 
10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when troops repulsed small arms attacks launched by the outfit in the area North West of Adampan in Mannar district on December 14, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also injured.
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10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when troops repulsed small arms attacks launched by the outfit in the area North West of Adampan in Mannar district on December 14, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also injured.
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December - 14 
At Umayarathuwankulam, four LTTE cadres were killed by troops.
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At Umayarathuwankulam, four LTTE cadres were killed by troops.
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December - 14 
During another confrontation between the two sides at Parappakandal, troops killed five cadres.
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During another confrontation between the two sides at Parappakandal, troops killed five cadres.
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December - 14 
Further, on December 14, troops deployed north of A-9 at Muhamalai confronted a group of LTTE cadres and killed two of them while injuring a large number of others when they attempted to infiltrate into the security force’s FDL (Forward Defence Line)
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Further, on December 14, troops deployed north of A-9 at Muhamalai confronted a group of LTTE cadres and killed two of them while injuring a large number of others when they attempted to infiltrate into the security force’s FDL (Forward Defence Line). One soldier was injured during the clashes.
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December - 14 
LTTE cadres launched a mortar attack, supported by their artillery, towards troops in the Adampan area of Mannar district and injured five soldiers. One of the injured soldier succumbed to his injuries later. Troops also retaliated, details of which
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LTTE cadres launched a mortar attack, supported by their artillery, towards troops in the Adampan area of Mannar district and injured five soldiers. One of the injured soldier succumbed to his injuries later. Troops also retaliated, details of which are yet to be ascertained.
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December - 14 
One more LTTE cadre was killed by troops in the Kokkuthuduvai area.
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One more LTTE cadre was killed by troops in the Kokkuthuduvai area.
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December - 14 
Six more LTTE cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them injured by troops in the Kaduruvitankulam area of Vavuniya district. The incident occurred when a group of outfit’s cadres attempted to infiltrate into the cleared areas (area under
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Six more LTTE cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them injured by troops in the Kaduruvitankulam area of Vavuniya district. The incident occurred when a group of outfit’s cadres attempted to infiltrate into the cleared areas (area under government control).
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December - 16 
Further, troops killed a LTTE infiltrator, identified as Isaamudan alias Nadarasa Suriyaprakash, at the Nagarkovil FDL (Forward Defence Line).
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Further, troops killed a LTTE infiltrator, identified as Isaamudan alias Nadarasa Suriyaprakash, at the Nagarkovil FDL (Forward Defence Line).
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December - 16 
On December 16, suspected LTTE militants lobbed a hand grenade in the Valaichchenai area of Batticaloa district and injured two civilians.
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On December 16, suspected LTTE militants lobbed a hand grenade in the Valaichchenai area of Batticaloa district and injured two civilians.
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December - 16 
One more soldier was wounded when LTTE cadres directed fire on the troops at Adampan in the Mannar district.
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One more soldier was wounded when LTTE cadres directed fire on the troops at Adampan in the Mannar district.
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December - 16 
Separately, troops engaged in a search and clear operation in the Narrikkulam area of Mannar district confronted a group of LTTE cadres and killed five of them.
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Separately, troops engaged in a search and clear operation in the Narrikkulam area of Mannar district confronted a group of LTTE cadres and killed five of them.
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The dead bodies of two civilians hacked to death by the LTTE were recovered from the Kaithady area of Jaffna district on December 16. Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS) confirmed on December 17 that their volunteer worker Sooriyakanth
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The dead bodies of two civilians hacked to death by the LTTE were recovered from the Kaithady area of Jaffna district on December 16. Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS) confirmed on December 17 that their volunteer worker Sooriyakanthy Thawaraja was among the slain civilians. The SLRCS stated that Thawaraja was abducted by unidentified gunmen from his home in the Kalviyankadu area in the presence of his family on December 14.
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December - 16 
The Nation on December 16 reported that LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran received minor injuries in an aerial attack carried out by the Sri Lanka Air Force. “He had been treated in an underground facility in a secret location in the Wanni by the LTT
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The Nation on December 16 reported that LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran received minor injuries in an aerial attack carried out by the Sri Lanka Air Force. “He had been treated in an underground facility in a secret location in the Wanni by the LTTE’s Thileepan Medical Unit, the official emergency care unit of the LTTE. The November 28 attack by the Air Force near Jeyanthy Nagar in Kilinochchi hit the underground bunker in which Prabhakaran was staying and a section of the bunker had crumbled and some falling debris had struck the LTTE Leader by accident and he received minor injuries,” it stated. The report further said that the LTTE leader has fully recovered from the incident and is now moving about without any problem.
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December - 16 
Three more LTTE cadres were killed when troops deployed in the Muhamalai area, south of A-9 road, of Jaffna district launched a small arms attack on the LTTE defence line.
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Three more LTTE cadres were killed when troops deployed in the Muhamalai area, south of A-9 road, of Jaffna district launched a small arms attack on the LTTE defence line.
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December - 16 
Troops in the area west of Adampan confronted a group of LTTE cadres on December 16 and killed five of them.
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Troops in the area west of Adampan confronted a group of LTTE cadres on December 16 and killed five of them.
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December - 16 
Troops in the forward defence positions in the Vilayathikulam area of Vavuniya district repulsed two infiltration attempts of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and killed at least seven militants on December 16, reports Sri Lanka Army. One
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Troops in the forward defence positions in the Vilayathikulam area of Vavuniya district repulsed two infiltration attempts of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and killed at least seven militants on December 16, reports Sri Lanka Army. One LTTE bunker was also destroyed by the troops.
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December - 16 
Two soldiers were injured when LTTE cadres opened fire towards in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district.
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Two soldiers were injured when LTTE cadres opened fire towards in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district.
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December - 17 
At least five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and four others injured when troops opened fire towards a group of the outfit’s cadres moving in the Chepidkkulam area of Mannar district on December 17, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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At least five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and four others injured when troops opened fire towards a group of the outfit’s cadres moving in the Chepidkkulam area of Mannar district on December 17, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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December - 17 
At Parappakandal in the Mannar district, troops retaliated to a LTTE attack and killed one militant.
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At Parappakandal in the Mannar district, troops retaliated to a LTTE attack and killed one militant.
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December - 17 
Elsewhere, five more LTTE cadres were killed and an equal number of them wounded during clashes between the two sides at Uyilankulam.
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Elsewhere, five more LTTE cadres were killed and an equal number of them wounded during clashes between the two sides at Uyilankulam.
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December - 17 
Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and four others injured during encounters between troops and the militants in Manthai in the Mannar district on December 17, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers sustained injuries in th
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Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and four others injured during encounters between troops and the militants in Manthai in the Mannar district on December 17, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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December - 17 
Four more LTTE cadres were killed when troops destroyed two bunkers of the outfit in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district.
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Four more LTTE cadres were killed when troops destroyed two bunkers of the outfit in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district.
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December - 17 
Further, on December 17, four LTTE cadres were killed in a retaliatory fire by troops in the area north of Uyilankulam.
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Further, on December 17, four LTTE cadres were killed in a retaliatory fire by troops in the area north of Uyilankulam.
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December - 17 
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka has become the third most dangerous place for media in the world, with the killings of seven journalists during 2007, a study conducted by the Press Emblem Campaign (PEC) said on December 17, reports Colombo Page. "Sri Lanka rank
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Meanwhile, Sri Lanka has become the third most dangerous place for media in the world, with the killings of seven journalists during 2007, a study conducted by the Press Emblem Campaign (PEC) said on December 17, reports Colombo Page. "Sri Lanka ranks third, seven journalists killed this year against four last year due to the intensity of the civil war," PEC said. According to the PEC monitoring system, never before all over the world has so many journalists been killed in one year, the total up to date is 110 in 27 countries as compared to 96 in 2006 and 68 in 2005. The majority of journalists killed were in conflict zones of Iraq, Sri Lanka, Somalia and Afghanistan.
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December - 17 
President Mahinda Rajapakse said on December 17 that his government could ban the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) if the organisation were to repeat incidents like the parcel bomb blast on the outskirts of Colombo on November 28, reports The
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President Mahinda Rajapakse said on December 17 that his government could ban the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) if the organisation were to repeat incidents like the parcel bomb blast on the outskirts of Colombo on November 28, reports The Hindu. He said there "were limits to the tolerance of his government vis-à-vis the dastardly activities" of the LTTE. Commenting on a report in The Nation about the LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran being injured in an aerial attack on November 28, Rajapakse said though the government was not in a position to confirm the veracity of the report, it was sure that on that particular day the Sri Lanka Air Force had definitely hit two "important targets" of the LTTE in Kilinochchi.
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December - 17 
Separately, troops launched an attack on the LTTE bunker line at Muhamalai and destroyed two bunkers. Three LTTE cadres were killed while three soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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Separately, troops launched an attack on the LTTE bunker line at Muhamalai and destroyed two bunkers. Three LTTE cadres were killed while three soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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December - 17 
Similarly, one soldier on duty at Periyathampane in the Vavuniya district sustained injuries when LTTE cadres fired at the troops on December 17.
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Similarly, one soldier on duty at Periyathampane in the Vavuniya district sustained injuries when LTTE cadres fired at the troops on December 17.
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December - 17 
Two LTTE cadres were killed during another encounter between the two sides at Kilaly.
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Two LTTE cadres were killed during another encounter between the two sides at Kilaly.
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December - 18 
A day earlier, troops in the Warikuttu area of Vavuniya district recovered a cache of weapons and explosives. The seizure included two Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) bombs, six RPG chargers, 115 T-56 ammunition rounds, 92 sniper ammunition rounds, th
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A day earlier, troops in the Warikuttu area of Vavuniya district recovered a cache of weapons and explosives. The seizure included two Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) bombs, six RPG chargers, 115 T-56 ammunition rounds, 92 sniper ammunition rounds, three Light Machine Gun links, one sniper gun tool kit, four hand grenades, 11 T-56 magazines, one mine exploder, two claymore stands, five anti personnel mine (APM) fuses, two belt orders, two jackets with pouches, one pack, one RPG pack, 30-m of detonator cord, 15 APMs, two sniper magazines and one detonator.
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December - 18 
A public opinion survey by the Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA), a Colombo-based think-tank, the 27th in the series of such surveys conducted by it since 2001, shows that 48.5 per cent of the Sinhalese community feel that the war can be ended and
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A public opinion survey by the Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA), a Colombo-based think-tank, the 27th in the series of such surveys conducted by it since 2001, shows that 48.5 per cent of the Sinhalese community feel that the war can be ended and peace restored only by the government defeating the LTTE. However, in the other three communities (Tamils - 62.3 per cent, Upcountry Tamils - 96.7 per cent, Muslims - 85.2 per cent) the option chosen was to stop the war and conduct peace negotiations. However, when asked if they feel that a political settlement is essential to end the conflict, majorities in all four groups (Sinhalese - 35.6 per cent, Tamils - 67.1 per cent, Upcountry Tamils - 40.3 per cent, Muslims - 71.0 per cent) state that a political settlement is essential. The survey covered the Sinhalese, Muslim and the Upcountry Tamil communities in the areas outside North and East. A "booster" sample from the Tamil community in the East is also included in the survey, using a non-random sampling technique. As per the survey, 42.6 per cent of Sinhalese feel that the country is somewhat close to a settlement to the ethnic conflict. The same question, when posed to the other three communities, elicited a different response.
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December - 18 
Further, on December 18, army troops directed fire towards the LTTE bunker line at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, killing three militants. One bunker was also destroyed.
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Further, on December 18, army troops directed fire towards the LTTE bunker line at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, killing three militants. One bunker was also destroyed.
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December - 18 
Meanwhile, the LTTE claimed that its militants overran a military outpost in the Vavuniya district, killing at least five soldiers, reports AFP. The outfit launched the offensive at Weerapuram, just outside their de facto mini-state, said the outfit’
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Meanwhile, the LTTE claimed that its militants overran a military outpost in the Vavuniya district, killing at least five soldiers, reports AFP. The outfit launched the offensive at Weerapuram, just outside their de facto mini-state, said the outfit’s military spokesperson Rasiah Ilanthirayan in a statement, adding, "At least five Sri Lanka armed forces men were killed and others fled..."
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December - 18 
On the same day, troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres at Muhamalai, south of A 9 road, in the Jaffna district, killing one cadre. One LTTE bunker was also destroyed.
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On the same day, troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres at Muhamalai, south of A 9 road, in the Jaffna district, killing one cadre. One LTTE bunker was also destroyed.
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December - 18 
One soldier was killed and two others injured when the LTTE cadres triggered a claymore mine explosion using a remote-controller, targeting troops at Varikuttiaruwa in the Vavuniya district.
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One soldier was killed and two others injured when the LTTE cadres triggered a claymore mine explosion using a remote-controller, targeting troops at Varikuttiaruwa in the Vavuniya district.
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December - 18 
Suspected LTTE cadres triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting a passenger train carrying around 300 civilians at Kantale in the Trincomalee district on December 18-night. The explosion hit the engine compartment of the Colombo bound night mail
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Suspected LTTE cadres triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting a passenger train carrying around 300 civilians at Kantale in the Trincomalee district on December 18-night. The explosion hit the engine compartment of the Colombo bound night mail train from Trincomalee. However, no casualties were reported.
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December - 18 
Troops killed two LTTE cadres during an encounter at Mulliankulam in the Vavuniya district on December 18.
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Troops killed two LTTE cadres during an encounter at Mulliankulam in the Vavuniya district on December 18.
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December - 19 
A day earlier, troops retaliated after an LTTE attack and shot dead three militants in the Umayaratuvarankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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A day earlier, troops retaliated after an LTTE attack and shot dead three militants in the Umayaratuvarankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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December - 19 
At Thampanai, troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres and killed two of them. Three soldiers were wounded in the clash.
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At Thampanai, troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres and killed two of them. Three soldiers were wounded in the clash.
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December - 19 
Meanwhile, the government on December 19-evening confirmed that the LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran was injured in an aerial strike by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) on a hideout in Kilinochchi on November 26, reports Colombo Page. Issuing a press
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Meanwhile, the government on December 19-evening confirmed that the LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran was injured in an aerial strike by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) on a hideout in Kilinochchi on November 26, reports Colombo Page. Issuing a press statement, the Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) said: "Acting on reliable intelligence, the Air Force carried out a successful air strike targeting the leader of the LTTE, Velupillai Prabhakaran on 26th November 2007. Intelligence sources confirmed that Velupillai Prabhakaran had sustained injuries in the air strikes carried out by four attack aircraft of the Sri Lanka Air Force on a bunker complex in Jayanthinagar, Kilinochchi around 5.25 p.m. on 26th November 2007." However, the MCNS said, "Though the Air Force believed that Velupillai Prabhakaran had been hit in this attack, non availability of ground information to confirm such at that time prevented the Government from releasing this information to the media." The SLAF Commander Air Vice Marshal Roshan Gunathilake said that the SLAF strongly feels that the target was accurately taken by the fighter jets wounding Prabhakaran. "There was no room for anybody to escape unhurt due to the extent of damage caused to the location by the air raid", the Commander added.
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December - 19 
On December 19, troops foiled an infiltration attempt by the LTTE in the Palamoddai area of Mannar district and killed two militants.
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On December 19, troops foiled an infiltration attempt by the LTTE in the Palamoddai area of Mannar district and killed two militants.
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December - 19 
Security forces neutralised a line of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunkers, killing eleven militants in the Narrikkulam area of Mannar district on December 19, reports Sri Lanka Army. The incident occurred when a group of LTTE cadres attem
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Security forces neutralised a line of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunkers, killing eleven militants in the Narrikkulam area of Mannar district on December 19, reports Sri Lanka Army. The incident occurred when a group of LTTE cadres attempted to infiltrate into the cleared areas (area under government control) and opened heavy fire towards the troops’ positions.
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December - 19 
Three soldiers were injured due to the explosion of an anti-personnel mine in the Eluttumadduwal area of Jaffna district on December 19.
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Three soldiers were injured due to the explosion of an anti-personnel mine in the Eluttumadduwal area of Jaffna district on December 19.
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December - 20 
A day earlier, the Eravur police assisted by the troops found the dead body of a civilian, Ramachandran Navarathnaraja, from the Thalawai area of Batticaloa district.
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A day earlier, the Eravur police assisted by the troops found the dead body of a civilian, Ramachandran Navarathnaraja, from the Thalawai area of Batticaloa district.
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December - 20 
At Kandaperiyakulam in the Vavuniya district, the LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops and injured two soldiers on December 20.
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At Kandaperiyakulam in the Vavuniya district, the LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops and injured two soldiers on December 20.
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December - 20 
Colonel’ Karuna, leader of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) breakaway faction Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal (TMVP), who is living in the United Kingdom (UK) now is to be investigated for possible war crimes, a British daily The Times sai
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Colonel’ Karuna, leader of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) breakaway faction Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal (TMVP), who is living in the United Kingdom (UK) now is to be investigated for possible war crimes, a British daily The Times said in a report on December 21, according to Colombo Page. Human rights groups have accused Karuna and his armed group of atrocities, including extrajudicial killings, torture and abductions of civilians and recruiting child soldiers. The Crown Prosecution Service is looking into whether there is sufficient evidence to bring him to trial under international laws on war crimes, torture and hostage-taking. Karuna, who was arrested in London on November 2 for travelling on a forged passport, has requested for political asylum in Britain.
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December - 20 
During another encounter between the two sides in the Talaivankulam area, troops killed two LTTE cadres.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the Talaivankulam area, troops killed two LTTE cadres.
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December - 20 
Elsewhere, a militant was killed and another wounded in an encounter that occurred between the two sides in the Mullikulam area on December 20.
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Elsewhere, a militant was killed and another wounded in an encounter that occurred between the two sides in the Mullikulam area on December 20.
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December - 20 
Four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed during a clash between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district on December 20, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. Two soldiers were injured and two bunk
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Four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed during a clash between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district on December 20, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. Two soldiers were injured and two bunkers destroyed in the incident.
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December - 20 
Further, on December 20, two LTTE cadres were killed when troops launched an attack in the LTTE-held areas in Kilaly of Jaffna district. Troops also destroyed some newly built LTTE bunkers. Two soldiers sustained injuries during the attack.
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Further, on December 20, two LTTE cadres were killed when troops launched an attack in the LTTE-held areas in Kilaly of Jaffna district. Troops also destroyed some newly built LTTE bunkers. Two soldiers sustained injuries during the attack.
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December - 20 
Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) stated that it has received reports of the TMVP forcing civilians to carry arms in some areas of Ampara on at least two occasions. In its latest weekly monitoring report, covering the period December
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Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) stated that it has received reports of the TMVP forcing civilians to carry arms in some areas of Ampara on at least two occasions. In its latest weekly monitoring report, covering the period December 10-16, the SLMM said that on December 11, two men (ages 19 and 20) and one boy (age 17) were abducted, reportedly by the TMVP, from Thirukoil in Ampara. "The SLMM received information that they were given guns and forced to patrol the area on motorbikes," the mission said. It also stated that, on the same day, another 18-year-old man was abducted from Thandiady in Ampara. "It was reported that the perpetrator was the TMVP, and the man was forced to do armed street patrolling," the SLMM added. It also stated that after the arrest of Karuna in London, the confrontation between the Pillaiyan and Karuna factions of the TMVP had increased in the East.
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December - 20 
On the same day, one more LTTE cadre was killed by troops in the Talaivankulam area.
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On the same day, one more LTTE cadre was killed by troops in the Talaivankulam area.
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December - 20 
Separately, troops foiled an infiltration attempt by the LTTE in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district and killed two militants.
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Separately, troops foiled an infiltration attempt by the LTTE in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district and killed two militants.
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December - 20 
Troops also confronted a group of LTTE cadres in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district and injured one cadre.
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Troops also confronted a group of LTTE cadres in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district and injured one cadre.
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December - 20 
Two female LTTE cadres were killed when troops opened fire towards a group of outfit’s cadres in the Ethavetunuvewa area of Vavuniya district.
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Two female LTTE cadres were killed when troops opened fire towards a group of outfit’s cadres in the Ethavetunuvewa area of Vavuniya district.
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December - 20 
Two more LTTE cadres were killed by the troops in the Kambiliyawa area of Vavuniya district.
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Two more LTTE cadres were killed by the troops in the Kambiliyawa area of Vavuniya district.
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December - 21 
On December 21, the LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops at Parikariperiyakulam in the Vavuniya district. One soldier received injuries in the incident.
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On December 21, the LTTE cadres opened fire towards troops at Parikariperiyakulam in the Vavuniya district. One soldier received injuries in the incident.
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December - 21 
One more LTTE cadre was killed by troops during a connotation at Mullikulam in the Vavuniya district.
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One more LTTE cadre was killed by troops during a connotation at Mullikulam in the Vavuniya district.
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December - 21 
Separately, two unidentified LTTE gunmen shot dead a civilian, identified as Muthukumaran Sivapalan in the Wadukkodai area of Jaffna district on December 21.
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Separately, two unidentified LTTE gunmen shot dead a civilian, identified as Muthukumaran Sivapalan in the Wadukkodai area of Jaffna district on December 21.
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December - 21 
The LTTE is attempting to ‘evacuate’ its leader, Velupillai Prabhakaran to a foreign country for medical treatment following November 26 (Prabhakaran’s birth day) air raid by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) at a location in Kilinochchi, reported Daily
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The LTTE is attempting to ‘evacuate’ its leader, Velupillai Prabhakaran to a foreign country for medical treatment following November 26 (Prabhakaran’s birth day) air raid by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) at a location in Kilinochchi, reported Daily News on December 21. "Intelligence reports indicate that the top Tiger has sustained injuries or fractures in his arm and a leg. Since the Tiger leader is already suffering from diabetes the situation has got worse and the LTTE is making attempts to evacuate him to a foreign country for further treatment", the paper said. It also claimed that 116 of his bodyguards died and soon after the raid the LTTE completely sealed off the area.
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December - 21 
Troops launched two small arms attack on two groups of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) hiding in their bunkers ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district on December 21, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two outfit’s cadres we
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Troops launched two small arms attack on two groups of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) hiding in their bunkers ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district on December 21, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two outfit’s cadres were killed while an unspecified number of them sustained injuries in the incident.
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December - 22 
Troops in the Mannar district launched an attack on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) entry/exit point on Uyilankulam-Andankulam road on December 22 around 10.00 am, killing at least eight cadres and injuring 12 others, reports Sri Lanka Ar
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Troops in the Mannar district launched an attack on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) entry/exit point on Uyilankulam-Andankulam road on December 22 around 10.00 am, killing at least eight cadres and injuring 12 others, reports Sri Lanka Army. Seven LTTE bunkers were also destroyed by the Army troops. During the exchange of fire one solider was killed and six others were injured. However, after the gun battle troops captured the LTTE point.
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December - 23 
Activists of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) destroyed the flag pole and the national flag at the Sri Lanka Embassy in Paris and caused some damage to the Embassy premises on December 23-morning, reports Daily News. The attack occurred ho
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Activists of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) destroyed the flag pole and the national flag at the Sri Lanka Embassy in Paris and caused some damage to the Embassy premises on December 23-morning, reports Daily News. The attack occurred hours before Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama arrived in Paris at the start of an official visit to Europe where he would engage in talks in Paris, Brussels and Frankfurt.
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December - 24 
Elsewhere, three soldiers were injured due to the explosion of an LTTE laid landmine in the Pokkaravani area.
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Elsewhere, three soldiers were injured due to the explosion of an LTTE laid landmine in the Pokkaravani area.
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December - 24 
In a separate incident, an LTTE local leader, identified as Gunaratnam Sahayadevan alias Para, was killed by troops in a retaliatory fire as they were attacked by the LTTE cadres, when they were searching a house at Vinayagapuram in the Ampara distri
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In a separate incident, an LTTE local leader, identified as Gunaratnam Sahayadevan alias Para, was killed by troops in a retaliatory fire as they were attacked by the LTTE cadres, when they were searching a house at Vinayagapuram in the Ampara district on December 24. Troops recovered a T-56 weapon and ammunition from the incident site.
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December - 24 
In the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district troops advanced further in the un-cleared areas (area not under government control) and destroyed one bunker killing two cadres.
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In the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district troops advanced further in the un-cleared areas (area not under government control) and destroyed one bunker killing two cadres.
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December - 24 
Meanwhile, the number of LTTE cadres killed during the gun battle between the two sides to capture LTTE entry/exit point on Uyilankulam-Andankulam road in the Mannar district on December 22 increased to 22, according to an LTTE transmission monitored
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Meanwhile, the number of LTTE cadres killed during the gun battle between the two sides to capture LTTE entry/exit point on Uyilankulam-Andankulam road in the Mannar district on December 22 increased to 22, according to an LTTE transmission monitored by troops. Earlier it was reported that eight militants were killed and twelve others injured in the incident.
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December - 24 
One LTTE cadre was killed by troops during an encounter in the Narrikkulam area of Mannar district.
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One LTTE cadre was killed by troops during an encounter in the Narrikkulam area of Mannar district.
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December - 24 
Separately, the LTTE cadres fired heavy volume of artillery and mortar targeting troops in the Pokkaravani area of Mannar district. Troops retaliated and in the ensuing battle two LTTE cadres were killed while two soldiers sustained injuries.
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Separately, the LTTE cadres fired heavy volume of artillery and mortar targeting troops in the Pokkaravani area of Mannar district. Troops retaliated and in the ensuing battle two LTTE cadres were killed while two soldiers sustained injuries.
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December - 24 
The security forces continued to advance in the Vavuniya-Mannar sector on December 24, taking full control of Thampanai town on the Madhu road as the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in the area withdrew amid heavy fire, according to de
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The security forces continued to advance in the Vavuniya-Mannar sector on December 24, taking full control of Thampanai town on the Madhu road as the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in the area withdrew amid heavy fire, according to defence sources. The fall of Thampanai town is considered a major breakthrough in the efforts to flush out the LTTE from these areas and clear the path to Wanni, senior military officers said. Thampanai is three to four kilometres on the Madhu road from the Mannar-Vavuniya main supply route and stretches to nearly four kilometres. Troops earlier captured the Uyilankulam LTTE entry/exit point and a major LTTE base south of Periyathampane on December 22.
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December - 24 
Troops opened fire towards a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in the Kandaperiyakulam area of Vavuniya district on December 24 and killed four cadres, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Troops opened fire towards a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in the Kandaperiyakulam area of Vavuniya district on December 24 and killed four cadres, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 24 
Two more LTTE cadres were killed when troops in the Kandaperiyakulam area of Vavuniya district directed fire on an LTTE movement.
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Two more LTTE cadres were killed when troops in the Kandaperiyakulam area of Vavuniya district directed fire on an LTTE movement.
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December - 25 
A cadre of the Thamil Makkal Viduthalai Pullikal (TMVP), a LTTE breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna, identified as Karunakaran Udayakumar, was shot dead by LTTE gunmen at Sandiveli in the Batticaloa district on December 25.
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A cadre of the Thamil Makkal Viduthalai Pullikal (TMVP), a LTTE breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna, identified as Karunakaran Udayakumar, was shot dead by LTTE gunmen at Sandiveli in the Batticaloa district on December 25.
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December - 25 
A day earlier, troops shot dead three LTTE militants who were hiding inside a house and lobbed a hand grenade towards the soldiers at Maniarkulam in the Vavuniya district. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of the three militants along with some
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A day earlier, troops shot dead three LTTE militants who were hiding inside a house and lobbed a hand grenade towards the soldiers at Maniarkulam in the Vavuniya district. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of the three militants along with some explosive devices from the incident site.
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December - 25 
In another incident, one soldier sustained injuries due to LTTE small arms fire in the Parappakandal area of Mannar district.
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In another incident, one soldier sustained injuries due to LTTE small arms fire in the Parappakandal area of Mannar district.
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December - 25 
Meanwhile, troops confronted a group of LTTE militants along the front lines in the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district on December 25, killing five militants, Colombo Page reported.
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Meanwhile, troops confronted a group of LTTE militants along the front lines in the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district on December 25, killing five militants, Colombo Page reported.
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December - 25 
The dead bodies of two civilians, identified as Aiyyapulle Sudanandan and Paramayavi Paskaran, with gun shot injuries, were found by the police from the general area (area under government control) of Suduwendrapilaw in the Vavuniya district. Similar
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The dead bodies of two civilians, identified as Aiyyapulle Sudanandan and Paramayavi Paskaran, with gun shot injuries, were found by the police from the general area (area under government control) of Suduwendrapilaw in the Vavuniya district. Similarly, another dead of a civilian, Kandasamy Subramanuyam, was recovered by the police from the Chekkadipilaw area.
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December - 25 
Three more LTTE militants were killed during another clash between the two sides in the Kallikulam area.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed during another clash between the two sides in the Kallikulam area.
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December - 25 
Two more LTTE cadres were killed by troops during another clash at Parikariperiyakulam in the same district.
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Two more LTTE cadres were killed by troops during another clash at Parikariperiyakulam in the same district.
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December - 25 
Two soldiers sustained injuries in an anti-personnel mine explosion in the Periyathampane area of Vavuniya district on December 25.
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Two soldiers sustained injuries in an anti-personnel mine explosion in the Periyathampane area of Vavuniya district on December 25.
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December - 26 
At Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, troops shot dead two LTTE militants and injured another during an encounter.
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At Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, troops shot dead two LTTE militants and injured another during an encounter.
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December - 26 
Elsewhere, troops at Chettukulam killed six LTTE militants and captured the area earlier occupied by the LTTE.
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Elsewhere, troops at Chettukulam killed six LTTE militants and captured the area earlier occupied by the LTTE.
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December - 26 
Further on December 26, troops captured two more LTTE bunkers in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district and killed two militants.
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Further on December 26, troops captured two more LTTE bunkers in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district and killed two militants.
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December - 26 
Meanwhile, at least 15 LTTE militants were killed and 19 others injured during an encounter between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Adampan area of Mannar district, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers were also killed while 12 others sustained
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Meanwhile, at least 15 LTTE militants were killed and 19 others injured during an encounter between troops and the outfit’s cadres in the Adampan area of Mannar district, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers were also killed while 12 others sustained injuries during the clash. Troops later neutralised six LTTE bunkers.
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December - 26 
Naval troops supported by the Air Force on December 26 foiled a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boat movement comprising 16 Sea-Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) boats from Vedithalthivu in the north of Mannar to Delft Islands destroying six of th
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Naval troops supported by the Air Force on December 26 foiled a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boat movement comprising 16 Sea-Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) boats from Vedithalthivu in the north of Mannar to Delft Islands destroying six of the outfit’s boats, including two suicide boats, and killed at least 40 militants on board, the Navy said, according to Daily News. One of the 12 Fast Attack Craft (FAC) of the Navy that were engaged in the operation too sustained heavy damage during the sea battle. At least 12 sailors on board the FAC were reported missing after the incident. "The Navy believes it was a logistics movement of the LTTE from Vedithalthivu to Delft Island and we are in the process of evaluating the exact damages to the LTTE during this confrontation," a senior Navy official told Daily News.
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December - 26 
On the same day, troops confronted a group LTTE cadres moving towards the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district and killed four militants.
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On the same day, troops confronted a group LTTE cadres moving towards the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district and killed four militants.
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December - 26 
Similarly, one LTTE militant was killed and four others injured by troops at Kokkuthuduvai in the same district.
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Similarly, one LTTE militant was killed and four others injured by troops at Kokkuthuduvai in the same district.
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December - 26 
Troops during further search operations in the Maniarkulam area of Vavuniya district on December 26 recovered more weapons, ammunition, explosives and a large number of other LTTE war like items from the area where troops had confronted the LTTE in t
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Troops during further search operations in the Maniarkulam area of Vavuniya district on December 26 recovered more weapons, ammunition, explosives and a large number of other LTTE war like items from the area where troops had confronted the LTTE in the morning killing three militants. One T-56 weapon, 631 rounds of live ammunition, two detonators with a wire, two hand grenades, one ICOM radio set, one claymore mine firing device, two T-56 magazines, three pouches, 200 grams of C-4 explosive, five field dressing sets, one dog tag, and several other items were among the recovery.
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December - 26 
Two more LTTE militants were killed and three others injured by troops in the Kiriibbanwewa area.
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Two more LTTE militants were killed and three others injured by troops in the Kiriibbanwewa area.
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December - 27 
At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including a women area leader Savithri, were killed by troops during a clash at Periyakurittakulam in the Mannar district on December 27, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including a women area leader Savithri, were killed by troops during a clash at Periyakurittakulam in the Mannar district on December 27, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 27 
Elsewhere, six LTTE cadres were killed by troops during an encounter at Kaduruvitankulam.
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Elsewhere, six LTTE cadres were killed by troops during an encounter at Kaduruvitankulam.
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December - 27 
Elsewhere, troops destroyed three LTTE bunkers and killed three militants south of A-9 road in the Muhamalai area.
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Elsewhere, troops destroyed three LTTE bunkers and killed three militants south of A-9 road in the Muhamalai area.
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December - 27 
Four civilians, including a 12 year old boy, were killed in a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered claymore mine explosion in the Kurumankadu area of Vavuniya district on December 27, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The claymore mine was b
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Four civilians, including a 12 year old boy, were killed in a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered claymore mine explosion in the Kurumankadu area of Vavuniya district on December 27, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The claymore mine was believed to have been placed on a bicycle and detonated from a distance. Six persons, including a policeman, were injured in the explosion.
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December - 27 
Further, on December 27, troops recovered 1350 hand grenades from the Thavasikulam area in the Thoppigala region of Batticaloa district.
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Further, on December 27, troops recovered 1350 hand grenades from the Thavasikulam area in the Thoppigala region of Batticaloa district.
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December - 27 
In a separate incident, one more LTTE bunker at Muhamalai was attacked and destroyed by the troops. Two militants were killed in the incident.
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In a separate incident, one more LTTE bunker at Muhamalai was attacked and destroyed by the troops. Two militants were killed in the incident.
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December - 27 
LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting a Special Task Forces (STF) team in the Kalavanchchikudy area of Batticaloa district. One STF officer was killed while another sustained injuries in the explosion.
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LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine targeting a Special Task Forces (STF) team in the Kalavanchchikudy area of Batticaloa district. One STF officer was killed while another sustained injuries in the explosion.
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December - 27 
On the same day, troops after monitoring movement of LTTE militants in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district launched an attack killing two militants. One soldier was killed while two others sustain injuries in the incident.
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On the same day, troops after monitoring movement of LTTE militants in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district launched an attack killing two militants. One soldier was killed while two others sustain injuries in the incident.
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December - 27 
Seven more LTTE militants were killed in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district when troops clashed with a group of the outfit’s cadres. Three soldiers were also reported injured in the incident.
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Seven more LTTE militants were killed in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district when troops clashed with a group of the outfit’s cadres. Three soldiers were also reported injured in the incident.
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December - 27 
Sri Lanka Air Force fighter crafts bombed a Sea-Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) training base at Ellamulavaikkal, north of Mullaitivu. "Sri Lankan Air Force supersonic Mig-27 and KFir combat fighters made dashing sorties at Ellamulavaikkal, north of Mul
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Sri Lanka Air Force fighter crafts bombed a Sea-Tiger (sea wing of the LTTE) training base at Ellamulavaikkal, north of Mullaitivu. "Sri Lankan Air Force supersonic Mig-27 and KFir combat fighters made dashing sorties at Ellamulavaikkal, north of Mullaitivu on Thursday morning," the defence ministry statement said, according to Rediff. According to reliable intelligence, the LTTE was conducting a special training session at the facility, which was continuously functioning since 2001, the statement added. The LTTE has been conducting multi-pronged war exercises at the facility when it was hit by the jets, the statement added.
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December - 28 
A day earlier, the LTTE militants opened fire towards troops and Civil Defence Force personnel at Padaviya in the Vavuniya district, injuring one home guard who succumbed to his injuries later. Troops retaliated and during subsequent search recovered
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A day earlier, the LTTE militants opened fire towards troops and Civil Defence Force personnel at Padaviya in the Vavuniya district, injuring one home guard who succumbed to his injuries later. Troops retaliated and during subsequent search recovered the dead bodies of two LTTE militants along with four hand grenades and one magazine of a gun.
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December - 28 
At Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district, troops shot dead two militants and injured three others. Similarly, two more LTTE cadres were killed and one injured by troops during a clash at Vilayathikulam. Elsewhere, foiling an attempt by the LTTE cadr
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At Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district, troops shot dead two militants and injured three others. Similarly, two more LTTE cadres were killed and one injured by troops during a clash at Vilayathikulam. Elsewhere, foiling an attempt by the LTTE cadres to infiltrate into the Periyapandivirichchankulam area troops killed two militants. One soldier sustained injuries during the incident.
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December - 28 
Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa hinted that Prabhakaran might have been killed in the air raid on his bunker in Kilinochchi on November 26. "Our intelligence sources believe that he (Prabhakaran) was seriously injured or killed. It is obvious t
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Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa hinted that Prabhakaran might have been killed in the air raid on his bunker in Kilinochchi on November 26. "Our intelligence sources believe that he (Prabhakaran) was seriously injured or killed. It is obvious that the LTTE will not divulge this for a long period," Rajapaksa told Sunday Observer on December 28. He discounted the validity of the pictures put out by the LTTE of Prabhakaran delivering his annual Heroes' Day address over TV and radio on November 27, a day after he was supposedly injured or killed in an air raid. "The LTTE can also publish pictures but (the pictures do) not give any indication that he is alive, until he comes for a public meeting," Rajapaksa said.
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December - 28 
Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa stated that the Government can make a fresh start to address Tamil grievances once it officially bans the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and abolishes the Cease-fire Agreement (CFA) signed with the LTTE.
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Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa stated that the Government can make a fresh start to address Tamil grievances once it officially bans the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and abolishes the Cease-fire Agreement (CFA) signed with the LTTE. "The Ceasefire Agreement exists only on paper. Obviously we can see that there is no Ceasefire. It has become a joke," the Defence Secretary said. He suggested that the LTTE should be banned since it is terrorist organisation and said that the President can come out with new proposals for resolving the grievances of the Tamil people after the CFA is abrogated and the LTTE is banned. "We should not give solutions to the LTTE which is a terrorist organisation. The LTTE is just a part of the Tamil people and solutions should be given to the Tamil people," he stressed. He said that the military victories will definitely pave the way for a peaceful solution to the North East problem as successive Governments had failed to combat terrorism though they had genuine political solutions.
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December - 28 
Further, on December 28, troops killed four militants during clashes between the two sides in the north of A-9 road at Muhamalai of Jaffna district.
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Further, on December 28, troops killed four militants during clashes between the two sides in the north of A-9 road at Muhamalai of Jaffna district.
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December - 28 
On December 28, during another attack launched by the troops in the Nagarkovil area, one LTTE militant was killed.
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On December 28, during another attack launched by the troops in the Nagarkovil area, one LTTE militant was killed.
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December - 28 
One soldier was reported dead due to explosion of a booby trap laid by the LTTE in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district.
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One soldier was reported dead due to explosion of a booby trap laid by the LTTE in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district.
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December - 28 
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets pounded and destroyed the LTTE’s coordinating centre for international activities located at Vishvamadu in Kilinochchi, reports Daily News. Intelligence sources believe that a meeting of high-ranking LTTE leade
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Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) fighter jets pounded and destroyed the LTTE’s coordinating centre for international activities located at Vishvamadu in Kilinochchi, reports Daily News. Intelligence sources believe that a meeting of high-ranking LTTE leaders was taking place at the time of the air raid.
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December - 28 
The Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake asserted that the Nation could celebrate 2008 as the year in which the terrorists would be comprehensively defeated and totally eliminated, reports Daily News. He categorically stated that the terrorists, w
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The Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickremanayake asserted that the Nation could celebrate 2008 as the year in which the terrorists would be comprehensively defeated and totally eliminated, reports Daily News. He categorically stated that the terrorists, who are now confined only to a limited area, are destined to be totally destroyed and wiped out from this land in the coming year, to restore peace and dignity to all communities.
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December - 29 
33 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 38 others inured during confrontation between the militants and the troops at Parappakandal in the Mannar district on December 29, reports Sri Lanka Army. Six soldiers were also in
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33 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 38 others inured during confrontation between the militants and the troops at Parappakandal in the Mannar district on December 29, reports Sri Lanka Army. Six soldiers were also injured as troops extended their line towards further north in the area west of Parappakandal.
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December - 29 
During a pre-dawn attack launched on the LTTE, troops destroyed one of their bunkers at Muhamalai, killing two LTTE militants.
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During a pre-dawn attack launched on the LTTE, troops destroyed one of their bunkers at Muhamalai, killing two LTTE militants.
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December - 29 
Further on December 29, troops during another clash killed three LTTE militants and injured three others at Kilaly in the Jaffna district. Five soldiers were also injured.
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Further on December 29, troops during another clash killed three LTTE militants and injured three others at Kilaly in the Jaffna district. Five soldiers were also injured.
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December - 29 
One more soldier was injured when LTTE militants fired mortar towards the troops in the Manthotam area.
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One more soldier was injured when LTTE militants fired mortar towards the troops in the Manthotam area.
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December - 29 
One soldier was killed due to the explosion of a hand grenade lobbed by a LTTE militant at Adampan south in the Mannar district.
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One soldier was killed due to the explosion of a hand grenade lobbed by a LTTE militant at Adampan south in the Mannar district.
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December - 29 
Similarly, one more soldier was killed in a confrontation between the two sides at Narrikkulam in the Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, another soldier was killed in the LTTE fire at Villattikulam.
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Similarly, one more soldier was killed in a confrontation between the two sides at Narrikkulam in the Vavuniya district. Elsewhere, another soldier was killed in the LTTE fire at Villattikulam.
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December - 29 
The Security Forces are occupying the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) FDLs (Forward Defence Lines) and have surrounded the LTTE bases in Wanni from all directions, said Army Chief General Sarath Fonseka on December 29. In an interview with
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The Security Forces are occupying the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) FDLs (Forward Defence Lines) and have surrounded the LTTE bases in Wanni from all directions, said Army Chief General Sarath Fonseka on December 29. In an interview with Sunday Observer, Fonseka stated that the LTTE could not prevent losing their remaining 3000 cadres and there is no assurance that the LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran would survive for the next six months. The General also opined that the Sri Lankan Air Force would attack all the LTTE bases and the armed forces were confident of wiping out the LTTE, which was smarting due to the present military operations. Fonseka claimed that the prime target of the military was to destroy the LTTE's presence in the North completely. He also said that there were around 3000 LTTE terrorists remaining and that the military would annihilate them within the first six months of 2008. "Our daily target is to kill at least 10 LTTE terrorists and for the last few months over 500 LTTE cardres have been killed by the armed forces. We have weakened the LTTE by 50 per cent or more and we are confident we can go that extra mile in the coming year", he said, adding, "The damage to the LTTE in Wanni is high and their major camps have already fallen." Informing that the outfit is facing a severe shortage of manpower, he said, "Bodies of the LTTE Police and the Sea Tigers seized by the armed forces show that the outfit is facing a severe shortage of manpower and it is evident the out fit is in total disarray."
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December - 29 
Troops deployed in Welioya area of the Vavuniya district repulsed an LTTE mortar attack on the Ethavetunuvewa village. Two LTTE militants were killed and three others sustained injuries in the incident.
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Troops deployed in Welioya area of the Vavuniya district repulsed an LTTE mortar attack on the Ethavetunuvewa village. Two LTTE militants were killed and three others sustained injuries in the incident.
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December - 29 
Two police personnel were injured when LTTE militants hurled a hand grenade at a Police Post in Mannar town. The injured personnel were providing security to heavy vehicles parked at a Road Development Authority (RDA) worksite which were used for re-
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Two police personnel were injured when LTTE militants hurled a hand grenade at a Police Post in Mannar town. The injured personnel were providing security to heavy vehicles parked at a Road Development Authority (RDA) worksite which were used for re-construction of roads and Mannar Bridge in collaboration with Japanese Company.
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December - 29 
Two soldiers, one at Kaduruvitankulam and another at Villattikulam in the Vavuniya district, were injured due to explosion of LTTE anti personnel mines on December 29.
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Two soldiers, one at Kaduruvitankulam and another at Villattikulam in the Vavuniya district, were injured due to explosion of LTTE anti personnel mines on December 29.
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December - 30 
A cadre of the Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Puligal (TMVP), a LTTE breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna, identified as Dharmalingam Amal Raj Madan, was wounded when the LTTE militants fired at the TMVP political office at Pandirippu in the Ampara dis
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A cadre of the Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Puligal (TMVP), a LTTE breakaway faction led by ‘Colonel’ Karuna, identified as Dharmalingam Amal Raj Madan, was wounded when the LTTE militants fired at the TMVP political office at Pandirippu in the Ampara district. Another person, Valisngham Nithyaprabha, who was in the office at the time of the incident, was also injured in the gunfire.
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December - 30 
Elsewhere at Umayaratuvarankulam, four more LTTE militants were killed by troops during another confrontation between the two sides.
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Elsewhere at Umayaratuvarankulam, four more LTTE militants were killed by troops during another confrontation between the two sides.
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December - 30 
Four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and a soldier were killed during a clash that erupted between the LTTE militants and troops at Pokkaravani in the Vavuniya district on December 30, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and a soldier were killed during a clash that erupted between the LTTE militants and troops at Pokkaravani in the Vavuniya district on December 30, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 30 
One more LTTE militant was killed by troops during an encounter in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district.
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One more LTTE militant was killed by troops during an encounter in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district.
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December - 30 
Separately, one soldier was killed and four others injured in an LTTE mortar fire towards troops at Parappakandal in the Mannar district.
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Separately, one soldier was killed and four others injured in an LTTE mortar fire towards troops at Parappakandal in the Mannar district.
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December - 30 
Troops on foot patrol in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed one of them.
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Troops on foot patrol in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed one of them.
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December - 31 
A military convoy carrying troops from Mannar to Medawachchi came under LTTE claymore attack near Kalli-Aru Bridge. One Army soldier and two sailors were injured in the incident.
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A military convoy carrying troops from Mannar to Medawachchi came under LTTE claymore attack near Kalli-Aru Bridge. One Army soldier and two sailors were injured in the incident.
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December - 31 
Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded an LTTE training base at Muthiyankaddu, northwest of Oddusudan in the Mullaitivu district on December 31 (today). Details of the attack are yet to be ascertained.
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Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded an LTTE training base at Muthiyankaddu, northwest of Oddusudan in the Mullaitivu district on December 31 (today). Details of the attack are yet to be ascertained.
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December - 31 
The deadline given by the LTTE for workers of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to vacate the Mullaitivu area of Northern Province expired on December 31, Colombo Page reports. The Voice of Tigers, an illegal radio station operated by the LTTE, c
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The deadline given by the LTTE for workers of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to vacate the Mullaitivu area of Northern Province expired on December 31, Colombo Page reports. The Voice of Tigers, an illegal radio station operated by the LTTE, claimed that the organization came to this decision after considering the safety of NGO workers amidst the developing conflict in the region. However, others sources revealed another reason for the decision. According to them, the LTTE’s Intelligence Wing has raised suspicions over possible leakage of inside information to the Sri Lankan security forces through NGO workers. The LTTE has not ordered NGO workers to leave Kilinochchi, even though they also face the same volatile situation in that district.
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December - 31 
Troops at Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district launched an attack on an LTTE bunker and killed three militants on December 31, SLA reports. The bunker was completely destroyed.
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Troops at Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district launched an attack on an LTTE bunker and killed three militants on December 31, SLA reports. The bunker was completely destroyed.
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December - 31 
Troops attacked a LTTE bunker at Kilaly. Two LTTE militants were killed and the bunker was destroyed in the incident.
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Troops attacked a LTTE bunker at Kilaly. Two LTTE militants were killed and the bunker was destroyed in the incident.
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December - 31 
Two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when troops launched an attack after observing a movement of armed militants, south of A9 road at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district on December 31, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when troops launched an attack after observing a movement of armed militants, south of A9 road at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district on December 31, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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*Data till , May 01, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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