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May - 1 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga, in a satellite address to the people of Jaffna, on May 1, said her government has not given up efforts to find a political solution to the protracted ethnic conflict in the country. She said talks with the Liberation
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga, in a satellite address to the people of Jaffna, on May 1, said her government has not given up efforts to find a political solution to the protracted ethnic conflict in the country. She said talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels have been delayed as the latter came up with, and insisted on, fresh demands, and added she will ‘explore all avenues to induce the LTTE to come to talks.’
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May - 1 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in a statement from its headquarters in the Wanni, on May 1, accused the government of ‘undermining the peace process’. The LTTE said the government had, by conducting the now abandoned Operation Agni Khiel
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in a statement from its headquarters in the Wanni, on May 1, accused the government of ‘undermining the peace process’. The LTTE said the government had, by conducting the now abandoned Operation Agni Khiela, "seriously jeopardised the Norwegian peace initiative."
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May - 2 
The Sri Lankan Army said, on May 2, a female cadre of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was killed by troops in the Vilakkvittakulam general area, Vavuniya. In another incident, a soldier on a reconnaissance mission was killed in a confront
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The Sri Lankan Army said, on May 2, a female cadre of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was killed by troops in the Vilakkvittakulam general area, Vavuniya. In another incident, a soldier on a reconnaissance mission was killed in a confrontation with LTTE rebels, also on May 2, in the Vannankulam general area.
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May - 4 
Pro-Tamil sources said on May 4 that Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) a total of 93 bodies of Sri Lankan troops killed in Operation Agni Khiela. Of these, 29 bodies were
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Pro-Tamil sources said on May 4 that Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) a total of 93 bodies of Sri Lankan troops killed in Operation Agni Khiela. Of these, 29 bodies were those of troops killed in clashes on April 24. The rebels cremated several unidentifiable, decomposed bodies.
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May - 4 
US Secretary of State General Colin Powell, on May 4, during his meeting with the Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar in Washington DC, urged both the Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to stop fighting and enter i
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US Secretary of State General Colin Powell, on May 4, during his meeting with the Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar in Washington DC, urged both the Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to stop fighting and enter into a peace process. While reaffirming the US rejection of a separate state and its policy of support for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Sri Lanka, Powell expressed hope that a cessation of hostilities would be arranged soon. Powell also expressed support for Norway’s peace effort in the country.
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May - 5 
According to official sources, five police commandos were killed and three others injured in a landmine explosion at Akkaraipattu in Ampara District on May 5. The commandos were clearing a main road of mines before allowing civilians to use the highw
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According to official sources, five police commandos were killed and three others injured in a landmine explosion at Akkaraipattu in Ampara District on May 5. The commandos were clearing a main road of mines before allowing civilians to use the highway.
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May - 5 
The Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that a police personnel was killed and another injured when suspected rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) opened fire on a patrol in the heart of Batticaloa town on May 5.
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The Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that a police personnel was killed and another injured when suspected rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) opened fire on a patrol in the heart of Batticaloa town on May 5.
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In a separate incident, four soldiers were wounded in LTTE-mortar shelling in the Omantai general area, on May 6.
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In a separate incident, four soldiers were wounded in LTTE-mortar shelling in the Omantai general area, on May 6.
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May - 6 
Two government troops were killed a day earlier, on May 6, while two more were wounded in artillery shelling by the LTTE in the Muhamalai, Nagarkovil and Eluthumadduval general areas. Another soldier, who was on a mine clearing operation, was wounded
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Two government troops were killed a day earlier, on May 6, while two more were wounded in artillery shelling by the LTTE in the Muhamalai, Nagarkovil and Eluthumadduval general areas. Another soldier, who was on a mine clearing operation, was wounded in Point Pedro, on the same day.
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May - 7 
In yet another incident, five security force personnel of the Special Task Force were killed and two more wounded in clashes near Akkraipattu, Ampara.
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In yet another incident, five security force personnel of the Special Task Force were killed and two more wounded in clashes near Akkraipattu, Ampara.
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May - 7 
Pro-Tamil sources said, on May 7, troops arrested five Tamil youth, all residents of a refugee camp in Faizal Nagar, 15km away from Trincomalee.
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Pro-Tamil sources said, on May 7, troops arrested five Tamil youth, all residents of a refugee camp in Faizal Nagar, 15km away from Trincomalee.
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May - 7 
The Army also confirmed that six female LTTE cadres were killed in the Kilali general area. Th Army, however, did not specify when these cadres were killed.
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The Army also confirmed that six female LTTE cadres were killed in the Kilali general area. Th Army, however, did not specify when these cadres were killed.
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May - 7 
The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels fire upon government troops in the Nagarkovil general area on May 7. However, the firing last for a mere 10 minutes and no casualties were reported on either side.
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The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels fire upon government troops in the Nagarkovil general area on May 7. However, the firing last for a mere 10 minutes and no casualties were reported on either side.
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May - 8 
In another incident, a solider sustained injuries after LTTE men opened mortar fire on army positions at Kattiaratan near Eluthumadduval. In a third incident, troops recovered the body of an LTTE member from Kommathura near Batticaloa. The troops wer
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In another incident, a solider sustained injuries after LTTE men opened mortar fire on army positions at Kattiaratan near Eluthumadduval. In a third incident, troops recovered the body of an LTTE member from Kommathura near Batticaloa. The troops were on a search operation after an encounter, which occurred on the same day in which one soldier was killed and another injured.
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May - 8 
Official sources reported rebel artillery and mortar firing on troops manning the defences in the Nagarkovil area on May 08. However, no casualties were reported. In a separate incident, on the same day, one police personnel, abducted on February 15
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Official sources reported rebel artillery and mortar firing on troops manning the defences in the Nagarkovil area on May 08. However, no casualties were reported. In a separate incident, on the same day, one police personnel, abducted on February 15 by the rebels, managed to escape from their custody.
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May - 8 
On May 8, a soldier was killed and two others injured after LTTE cadre ambushed a patrol party at Sungawila in Polonnaruwa district. Army sources suspected that at least two rebels had sustained injuries in the encounter.
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On May 8, a soldier was killed and two others injured after LTTE cadre ambushed a patrol party at Sungawila in Polonnaruwa district. Army sources suspected that at least two rebels had sustained injuries in the encounter.
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May - 8 
Pro-Tamil sources said police on May 8 declined to permit a protest march scheduled for May 11 by Tamils displaced from Chavakachcheri in Tenmarachchi division, Jaffna peninsula, due to the war between government troops and Liberation Tigers of Tamil
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Pro-Tamil sources said police on May 8 declined to permit a protest march scheduled for May 11 by Tamils displaced from Chavakachcheri in Tenmarachchi division, Jaffna peninsula, due to the war between government troops and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels. Reportedly, these people are neither allowed to resettle nor return home.
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May - 9 
Official media sources in Sri Lanka reported that a soldier was injured in a mine explosion, planted by the rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Vempotukerni near Kilaly on May 9. The soldier was part of a group engaged in mine cl
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Official media sources in Sri Lanka reported that a soldier was injured in a mine explosion, planted by the rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Vempotukerni near Kilaly on May 9. The soldier was part of a group engaged in mine clearing operations in the area. In another incident, troops on a clearing operation at Nunavil near Chavakachcheri recovered a hidden cache of explosives.
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The Sri Lankan Army said, on May 11, government troops killed three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on May 9 and May 10, in the Muhamali general area. Also in the same area, two soldiers were wounded in a mine explosion.
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The Sri Lankan Army said, on May 11, government troops killed three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on May 9 and May 10, in the Muhamali general area. Also in the same area, two soldiers were wounded in a mine explosion.
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May - 10 
According to Tamil news source tamilnet.com, on May 10, a soldier of the Sri Lankan Army was killed and two others injured in an attack by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Sungawil in Polannaruwa district.
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According to Tamil news source tamilnet.com, on May 10, a soldier of the Sri Lankan Army was killed and two others injured in an attack by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Sungawil in Polannaruwa district.
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May - 10 
Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar, on May 10, requested the Norwegian government to renew the peace process on an urgent basis. A Foreign Ministry news release said, "The Norwegian Government is requested to take such new initiatives as might be r
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Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar, on May 10, requested the Norwegian government to renew the peace process on an urgent basis. A Foreign Ministry news release said, "The Norwegian Government is requested to take such new initiatives as might be required for this purpose to which end the Government of Sri Lanka will extend its fullest support." Meanwhile, LTTE chief negotiator Anton Balasingham expressed surprise and concern at the government's statement suggesting that an agreement had been reached between the two sides on several matters. Reacting to Kadirgamar’s May 9-statement, the rebel spokesman described the development as ‘recklessly premature’ and ‘factually incorrect’. On May 10, Sri Lanka’s Parliament passed the motion to extend Emergency in the country.
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May - 10 
In another incident, on May 10, three soldiers were wounded in Ethawetunuwewa, North of Welioya, in confrontations with the LTTE rebels.
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In another incident, on May 10, three soldiers were wounded in Ethawetunuwewa, North of Welioya, in confrontations with the LTTE rebels.
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May - 11 
An LTTE cadre wounded another soldier on a bridge 20km west of Batticaloa, on May 11, in small arms fire.
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An LTTE cadre wounded another soldier on a bridge 20km west of Batticaloa, on May 11, in small arms fire.
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May - 11 
In Batticaloa, on May 11, unidentified gunmen shot dead a police officer, allegedly involved with the LTTE in the past.
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In Batticaloa, on May 11, unidentified gunmen shot dead a police officer, allegedly involved with the LTTE in the past.
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May - 11 
The rebels’ clandestine Voice of Tigers Radio said LTTE cadres laid an ambush and killed 12 soldiers in Sungawil, Polonnaruwa district, on May 11. The LTTE rebels recovered an AK light machine gun, assault rifles, pistols, communication equipment and
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The rebels’ clandestine Voice of Tigers Radio said LTTE cadres laid an ambush and killed 12 soldiers in Sungawil, Polonnaruwa district, on May 11. The LTTE rebels recovered an AK light machine gun, assault rifles, pistols, communication equipment and night vision devices from the slain soldiers.
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May - 11 
The Sri Lankan Army said government troops attacked bunkers of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Omanthai general area, on May 11, and killed three LTTE cadres.
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The Sri Lankan Army said government troops attacked bunkers of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Omanthai general area, on May 11, and killed three LTTE cadres.
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May - 11 
The Sri Lankan Army said government troops clashed with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in an attack, on May 11, on their bunker at Valarchinnakulam, 16km north of Vavuniya and killed three LTTE cadres. In a separate incident also on t
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The Sri Lankan Army said government troops clashed with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in an attack, on May 11, on their bunker at Valarchinnakulam, 16km north of Vavuniya and killed three LTTE cadres. In a separate incident also on the same day, two LTTE rebels were either killed or wounded when troops of a fighting patrol confronted the LTTE.
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May - 12 
Delayed reports said three government troops were wounded in LTTE mortar shelling on May 12, in the Nagarkovil general area. In another incident, also on the same day, one LTTE rebel was captured after a brief encounter with a group of the rebels nea
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Delayed reports said three government troops were wounded in LTTE mortar shelling on May 12, in the Nagarkovil general area. In another incident, also on the same day, one LTTE rebel was captured after a brief encounter with a group of the rebels near Parayanalankulam, Kulankulam general area. Separately, a soldier was wounded in clashes with the LTTE rebels in the Parappankandal general area, also on May 12.
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May - 12 
The moderate Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF), on May 12, urged both the ruling People’s Alliance and the opposition United National Party (UNP) to do everything possible to initiate peace talks that would find a solution to the protracted ethnic
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The moderate Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF), on May 12, urged both the ruling People’s Alliance and the opposition United National Party (UNP) to do everything possible to initiate peace talks that would find a solution to the protracted ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka. The solution, the TULF said, could be "within the framework upon the basis of which the Norwegian initiative has commenced". TULF opponents, however, questioned the timing of the plea and said it was a ploy by the TULF that was acting at the behest of the ruling alliance to scuttle the proposed no-confidence motion to be tabled in parliament by the UNP.
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May - 12 
Unidentified gunmen shot at and injured a Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation (TELO) activist on May 12, while he was on his way to Chenkalady from Eravur.
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Unidentified gunmen shot at and injured a Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation (TELO) activist on May 12, while he was on his way to Chenkalady from Eravur.
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May - 13 
A soldier posted at Akkaraipattu police station and who had earlier, on May 12, been fired at succumbed to his injuries.
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A soldier posted at Akkaraipattu police station and who had earlier, on May 12, been fired at succumbed to his injuries.
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May - 14 
In a separate incident, also on May 14, one soldier was wounded in LTTE mortar shelling in the Muhamali general area.
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In a separate incident, also on May 14, one soldier was wounded in LTTE mortar shelling in the Muhamali general area.
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May - 14 
In another incident, pro-Tamil sources said, quoting the Army, three government troops were killed in a claymore mine explosion set-off by the LTTE, while four more were wounded, at Aluthnuwara, on May 14.
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In another incident, pro-Tamil sources said, quoting the Army, three government troops were killed in a claymore mine explosion set-off by the LTTE, while four more were wounded, at Aluthnuwara, on May 14.
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May - 14 
The Sri Lankan Army said government troops attacked Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunker in the Nagarkovil general area, on May 14, and killed two LTTE rebels while another was injured.
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The Sri Lankan Army said government troops attacked Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunker in the Nagarkovil general area, on May 14, and killed two LTTE rebels while another was injured.
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May - 14 
The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on May 14, laid an ambush and killed one security force personnel soldier, 6km south of Muttur. A civilian, too, was killed in the ambush. A search operation has been launched f
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The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on May 14, laid an ambush and killed one security force personnel soldier, 6km south of Muttur. A civilian, too, was killed in the ambush. A search operation has been launched for the rebels. Pro-Tamil sources, however, said ’10 others were wounded’, but did not specify if they were security force personnel or civilians.
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May - 15 
Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim arrived in the capital Colombo on May 15. He is due to meet President Chandrika Kumaratunga, Opposition Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe, LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran and leaders of minority political parties, the
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Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim arrived in the capital Colombo on May 15. He is due to meet President Chandrika Kumaratunga, Opposition Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe, LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran and leaders of minority political parties, the Presidential Secretariat said.
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May - 15 
Pro-Tamil sources said Solheim would meet LTTE political wing chief Tamil Chelvan, in Wanni, on May 16 and 17. It went to add, "The meetings are expected to focus on steps to bring about a suitable atmosphere for productive negotiations to be held be
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Pro-Tamil sources said Solheim would meet LTTE political wing chief Tamil Chelvan, in Wanni, on May 16 and 17. It went to add, "The meetings are expected to focus on steps to bring about a suitable atmosphere for productive negotiations to be held between the LTTE and the Sri Lankan government". The visit and the meetings come in the wake of speculation that talks between the government and the LTTE were imminent. The government had earlier claimed that some understanding with the LTTE was reached, but chief negotiator and ideologue Anton Balasingham denied the same.
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May - 15 
The Sri Lankan Army alleged on May 20 that a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels attacked civilians in Serunewa village, 20 km south of Horowpothana town, Trincomalee, on May 15. One person was killed while two more wounded in the
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The Sri Lankan Army alleged on May 20 that a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels attacked civilians in Serunewa village, 20 km south of Horowpothana town, Trincomalee, on May 15. One person was killed while two more wounded in the incident.
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May - 16 
On May 16, in separate operations, troops raided two LTTE hideouts at Kokkuvil near Jaffna and Ampara town. Some mines and other explosives were seized in the operations.
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On May 16, in separate operations, troops raided two LTTE hideouts at Kokkuvil near Jaffna and Ampara town. Some mines and other explosives were seized in the operations.
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May - 16 
Pro-tamil sources said, on May 16, the convoy of LTTE political wing head Thamil Chelvan that was proceeding towards Mallavi was hit by a claymore mine set-off by a deep penetration team of the Sri Lanka Army. Chelvan was proceeding to meet Norwegian
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Pro-tamil sources said, on May 16, the convoy of LTTE political wing head Thamil Chelvan that was proceeding towards Mallavi was hit by a claymore mine set-off by a deep penetration team of the Sri Lanka Army. Chelvan was proceeding to meet Norwegian Peace envoy Eric Solheim. Further details on the incident are awaited.
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May - 16 
Two civilians were injured when they were trapped in the crossfire during an encounter between army personnel and rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Vaunativu near Batticaloa on May 16.
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Two civilians were injured when they were trapped in the crossfire during an encounter between army personnel and rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at Vaunativu near Batticaloa on May 16.
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May - 17 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels’ clandestine Voice of Radio said LTTE political wing chief Tamil Chelvan met Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim, on May 17, in Mallavi in the Wanni. Chelvan categorically told him that scrapping the
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels’ clandestine Voice of Radio said LTTE political wing chief Tamil Chelvan met Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim, on May 17, in Mallavi in the Wanni. Chelvan categorically told him that scrapping the proscription, now in force, of the LTTE was an ‘essential pre-requisite’ for peace talks with the government to commence.
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May - 18 
In another incident, two government soldiers were wounded in a claymore blast set-off by the LTTE in Thoddaveli, 8km northwest of Mannar, also on May 18.
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In another incident, two government soldiers were wounded in a claymore blast set-off by the LTTE in Thoddaveli, 8km northwest of Mannar, also on May 18.
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May - 18 
On May 18, troops carrying out search operations at Kovilpuliyankulam near Piramanalankulam recovered a land mine.
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On May 18, troops carrying out search operations at Kovilpuliyankulam near Piramanalankulam recovered a land mine.
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May - 18 
Pro-Tamil sources said government troops alleged on may 18 that government troops launched a barrage on Thambakaamam and Periyapalai. Further details on the incident awaited.
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Pro-Tamil sources said government troops alleged on may 18 that government troops launched a barrage on Thambakaamam and Periyapalai. Further details on the incident awaited.
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May - 18 
Pro-Tamil sources said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels killed a soldier and injured another in an ambush on May 18, near Mannar, on the Mannar-Vavuniya highway.
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Pro-Tamil sources said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels killed a soldier and injured another in an ambush on May 18, near Mannar, on the Mannar-Vavuniya highway.
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May - 18 
Sri Lankan security sources reported that a rebel of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was killed by army snipers on May 18 at Muhamalai.
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Sri Lankan security sources reported that a rebel of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was killed by army snipers on May 18 at Muhamalai.
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May - 18 
The Sri Lankan Army said government troops on May 18 attacked a bunker of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels and killed two rebels, in Muhamalai.
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The Sri Lankan Army said government troops on May 18 attacked a bunker of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels and killed two rebels, in Muhamalai.
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May - 19 
Clashes between the rebels and government troops were reported in other too. In the Jaffna peninsula clashes occurred in the Kilaly general area, on May 19, but no casualties were reported on either side. Also on the same day, troops confronted the L
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Clashes between the rebels and government troops were reported in other too. In the Jaffna peninsula clashes occurred in the Kilaly general area, on May 19, but no casualties were reported on either side. Also on the same day, troops confronted the LTTE in the Panamaokanda general area, 13km south of Panama, Ampara. The LTTE reportedly suffered some casualties, though their number is not immediately known.
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May - 19 
In a separate incident, one civilian was killed and three others injured in an attack by LTTE rebels at Serunewa village near Horowpothana.
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In a separate incident, one civilian was killed and three others injured in an attack by LTTE rebels at Serunewa village near Horowpothana.
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May - 20 
The Sri Lankan Army said government troops on May 20 laid an ambush in the Wanni and attacked cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) near Ariyakurisuttakulam, Vavuniya. A soldier was killed and two more were injured in the incident whi
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The Sri Lankan Army said government troops on May 20 laid an ambush in the Wanni and attacked cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) near Ariyakurisuttakulam, Vavuniya. A soldier was killed and two more were injured in the incident while a woman LTTE cadre, too, sustained injuries. Also on May 20 a soldier on a route clearing patrol was wounded in a grenade explosion on the Polonnaruwa-Batticaloa road.
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May - 21 
According to official sources, on May 21, ten rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in a raid conducted by the troops on rebel bunkers in the Muhamalai area. Four soldiers were injured in the operation in which three bunke
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According to official sources, on May 21, ten rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in a raid conducted by the troops on rebel bunkers in the Muhamalai area. Four soldiers were injured in the operation in which three bunkers were destroyed.
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May - 21 
In a separate incident, on May 21, four rebels were killed as the troops ambushed a group of rebels in the general area of Averikadu. Two rebels were killed in an encounter in the Kiriibbanwewa area. Police in Eravur claimed to have recovered a trapp
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In a separate incident, on May 21, four rebels were killed as the troops ambushed a group of rebels in the general area of Averikadu. Two rebels were killed in an encounter in the Kiriibbanwewa area. Police in Eravur claimed to have recovered a trapped bomb in Chenkaladi area.
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May - 21 
Media reports from Sri Lanka said Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim, accompanied by Deputy Foreign Minister Raymond Johansen, reached the United States. The two are due to meet Deputy Secretary of State Armitage and, among other things, discuss the
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Media reports from Sri Lanka said Norwegian peace envoy Eric Solheim, accompanied by Deputy Foreign Minister Raymond Johansen, reached the United States. The two are due to meet Deputy Secretary of State Armitage and, among other things, discuss the peace process in Sri Lanka being brokered by Solheim. Solheim has just comcluded a visit of Sri Lanka where he met President Kumaratunga, Opposition Leader Rani lWickremasinghen, and other leaders, besides the leadership of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and leaders of Tamil political parties.
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May - 21 
Pro-Tamil sources said three persons were wounded in an anti-personnel mine explosion at the district secretariat complex in Trincomalee, on May 21. There was, however, no word on the perpetrators of the blast.
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Pro-Tamil sources said three persons were wounded in an anti-personnel mine explosion at the district secretariat complex in Trincomalee, on May 21. There was, however, no word on the perpetrators of the blast.
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May - 21 
Reports also said suspected LTTE rebels on an extortion mission in Ampara killed one person and injured two more in their paddy fields in Mantottama.
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Reports also said suspected LTTE rebels on an extortion mission in Ampara killed one person and injured two more in their paddy fields in Mantottama.
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May - 21 
The Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that a civilian was killed and three were reported missing in an attack by a Deep Penetration team of the Sri Lankan army near Mathurankerni Kulam in Batticaloa on May 21.
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The Tamil news source, tamilnet.com reported that a civilian was killed and three were reported missing in an attack by a Deep Penetration team of the Sri Lankan army near Mathurankerni Kulam in Batticaloa on May 21.
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May - 22 
A soldier was injured in a rebel mortar fire in Kilaly area.
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A soldier was injured in a rebel mortar fire in Kilaly area.
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May - 22 
In a separate incident, troops killed one LTTE rebel the Nagarkovil general area, on May 22. Four more rebels were killed in an ambush, also on May 22, in the Madurankernikulam, 9 Kms. north of Welikanda-Valachchenai road.
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In a separate incident, troops killed one LTTE rebel the Nagarkovil general area, on May 22. Four more rebels were killed in an ambush, also on May 22, in the Madurankernikulam, 9 Kms. north of Welikanda-Valachchenai road.
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May - 22 
In the Trincomalee area, a driver along with a woman was injured in an anti-personnel mine explosion.
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In the Trincomalee area, a driver along with a woman was injured in an anti-personnel mine explosion.
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May - 22 
On May 22 , a LTTE rebel surrendered at the Vavunativu camp.
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On May 22 , a LTTE rebel surrendered at the Vavunativu camp.
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May - 23 
In another incident, in clashes reported southeast of Trincomalee, on May 23, two LTTE rebels were wounded.
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In another incident, in clashes reported southeast of Trincomalee, on May 23, two LTTE rebels were wounded.
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May - 23 
The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on May 23, set off a calymore mine explosion and killed 10 Navy Police personnel, and wounded 17 more, in the Thambalagamuwa general area, 40km away from Trincomalee. Pro-Tamil
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The Sri Lankan Army said Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on May 23, set off a calymore mine explosion and killed 10 Navy Police personnel, and wounded 17 more, in the Thambalagamuwa general area, 40km away from Trincomalee. Pro-Tamil sources, however, put the casualties at 17 killed and 28 wounded.
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May - 23 
Two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were killed in clashes with government troops in the Periyamurippu, 35 km away from Vavuniya, on May 23, a delayed report stated.
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Two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were killed in clashes with government troops in the Periyamurippu, 35 km away from Vavuniya, on May 23, a delayed report stated.
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May - 24 
One more rebel cadre was killed in clashes reported in the Parappankandai general area, Mannar, also on May 24.
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One more rebel cadre was killed in clashes reported in the Parappankandai general area, Mannar, also on May 24.
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May - 24 
Pro-Tamil sources said, on May 24, Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) Senior Vice President Ananadasangaree and Secretary General Sampanthan, issued a statement in which they urged the government to lift the proscription on the LTTE and said the go
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Pro-Tamil sources said, on May 24, Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) Senior Vice President Ananadasangaree and Secretary General Sampanthan, issued a statement in which they urged the government to lift the proscription on the LTTE and said the government should not "retard the commencement of talks" with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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May - 24 
The Army said, the LTTE resorted to firing on the Main Supply Route at the Kiran junction, northwest of Batticaloa, on May 24. In retaliatory firing by troops on e LTTE cadre was killed.
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The Army said, the LTTE resorted to firing on the Main Supply Route at the Kiran junction, northwest of Batticaloa, on May 24. In retaliatory firing by troops on e LTTE cadre was killed.
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May - 24 
The LTTE’s pistol group shot at and injured a policeman, on May 24, at the Periyauppodai police post.
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The LTTE’s pistol group shot at and injured a policeman, on May 24, at the Periyauppodai police post.
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May - 24 
The Sri Lankan Army said they had killed one Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel in the Muhamalai general area, on May 24.
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The Sri Lankan Army said they had killed one Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel in the Muhamalai general area, on May 24.
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May - 25 
In a separate development, on May 25, All Ceylon Tamil Teachers' Union (ACTU) Batticaloa branch President S.Tharmarajan, said, at a rally, "The war should be stopped. Tamil Students and teachers are suffering immensely because of this conflict. The T
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In a separate development, on May 25, All Ceylon Tamil Teachers' Union (ACTU) Batticaloa branch President S.Tharmarajan, said, at a rally, "The war should be stopped. Tamil Students and teachers are suffering immensely because of this conflict. The Tamil people's right of self determination and their traditional homeland should be recognised".
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May - 25 
Three more rebels were seriously injured, if not killed, in separate clashes reported 11km away from Mannar, on May 25, the Sri Lankan Army said.
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Three more rebels were seriously injured, if not killed, in separate clashes reported 11km away from Mannar, on May 25, the Sri Lankan Army said.
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May - 26 
A Government statement issued on May 26, rejected the demands of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) for a unilateral lifting of ban on the outfit. It stated that ‘the lifting or the suspension of the proscription of the LTTE cannot be accept
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A Government statement issued on May 26, rejected the demands of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) for a unilateral lifting of ban on the outfit. It stated that ‘the lifting or the suspension of the proscription of the LTTE cannot be accepted as a 'pre-requisite' or 'pre-condition' for the commencement of negotiations; it can, if at all, on be an outcome of the negotiating process." It termed the demand as ‘unreasonable and is intended to delay and, if possible, prevent the commencement of the negotiating process." Meanwhile, the government’s move received support from the Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP) and senior United Nationalist Party (UNP) politicians.
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May - 26 
A Tamil Cabinet Minister and President of the Eelam Peoples Democratic Party, Douglas Devananda, said, in Jaffna, at a press conference, on May 26, "The Government's proscription of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is no barrier for the Ti
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A Tamil Cabinet Minister and President of the Eelam Peoples Democratic Party, Douglas Devananda, said, in Jaffna, at a press conference, on May 26, "The Government's proscription of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is no barrier for the Tigers to make their presence felt at peace talks." He went on to add that if LTTE Prabhakaran was seeking to cause havoc and bloodshed with the excuse that the LTTE was the ‘sole representative’ of the Tamil people, then the people will shun the LTTE till it lays down arms. The people while exercising their franchise will decide who their representatives are, Dvnanda said, and no one can claim to be the sole representative of the people.
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May - 26 
In a separate incident, also on May 26, a soldier was injured in a firing by the LTTE on a troops’ vehicle at Eravur, on the Eravur-Batticaloa road.
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In a separate incident, also on May 26, a soldier was injured in a firing by the LTTE on a troops’ vehicle at Eravur, on the Eravur-Batticaloa road.
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May - 26 
In another incident, on May 26, a soldier was inured in a grenade attack in the Varaivayaipulo Kulam general area, near Chavakachcheri.
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In another incident, on May 26, a soldier was inured in a grenade attack in the Varaivayaipulo Kulam general area, near Chavakachcheri.
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May - 26 
On May 26, troops in Trincomalee recovered the bodies of two LTTE rebels who were killed while planting a claymore mine. Also, a suicide bomb jacket was recovered from the scene.
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On May 26, troops in Trincomalee recovered the bodies of two LTTE rebels who were killed while planting a claymore mine. Also, a suicide bomb jacket was recovered from the scene.
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May - 26 
The state-owned Daily News said on May 26 that it reliable sources have given it to understand that the proscription of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), now in force, would not be lifted. The LTTE had earlier demanded lifting the proscrip
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The state-owned Daily News said on May 26 that it reliable sources have given it to understand that the proscription of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), now in force, would not be lifted. The LTTE had earlier demanded lifting the proscription and removing the economic blockade in Tamil areas, as well as an indefinite cease-fire, for peace talks to be resumed.
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May - 27 
Pro-Tamil sources said the Army has killed three youth, earlier arrested by an Army team, on May 22, in Vaakarai, 64km north of Batticaloa.
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Pro-Tamil sources said the Army has killed three youth, earlier arrested by an Army team, on May 22, in Vaakarai, 64km north of Batticaloa.
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May - 27 
The Sri Lankan Army said government troops destroyed two bunkers of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Ponnar general area, and killed two rebels, while some more were wounded.
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The Sri Lankan Army said government troops destroyed two bunkers of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Ponnar general area, and killed two rebels, while some more were wounded.
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May - 28 
Arunthavarajah Thamilvasan, senior member of the People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) was shot dead in Mannar on May 28, in the night. The identity of his assassins is yet not known. One more person was wounded in the incident. Bes
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Arunthavarajah Thamilvasan, senior member of the People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) was shot dead in Mannar on May 28, in the night. The identity of his assassins is yet not known. One more person was wounded in the incident. Besides, an activist of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) was killed in a brawl, on May 28, pro-Tamil sources said, on May 29.
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May - 28 
In a separate incident, on May 28, one person was killed when unidentified persons hurled a hand grenade at his house, in Trincomalee, during the night. Details on the incident are not immediately available. Also on the same day, government troops en
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In a separate incident, on May 28, one person was killed when unidentified persons hurled a hand grenade at his house, in Trincomalee, during the night. Details on the incident are not immediately available. Also on the same day, government troops engaged a group of LTTE rebels in the Nagarkovil general area and killed two of them. Three more rebels were killed in the Muhamali general area.
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May - 29 
On May 29, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels engaged government troops in mortar shelling in the Janakapura and Kokkutudai general areas, in the Weli Oya, killing a soldier and injuring 10 more.
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On May 29, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels engaged government troops in mortar shelling in the Janakapura and Kokkutudai general areas, in the Weli Oya, killing a soldier and injuring 10 more.
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May - 30 
According to official sources, Sri Lankan Army (SLA) launched a limited operation in the villages of Navatkadhu, Karaveddi and Monkeykaddy in Batticaloa on May 30. One fisherman was killed and another seriously injured during the operation. However,
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According to official sources, Sri Lankan Army (SLA) launched a limited operation in the villages of Navatkadhu, Karaveddi and Monkeykaddy in Batticaloa on May 30. One fisherman was killed and another seriously injured during the operation. However, no direct confrontation with the rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was reported.
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May - 30 
In a significant development, on May 30, the government lifted the censorship on reporting the war against the LTTE. The censorship, imposed in May 1998, had banned, among other things, reporting on military operations by the SLA and on purchases of
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In a significant development, on May 30, the government lifted the censorship on reporting the war against the LTTE. The censorship, imposed in May 1998, had banned, among other things, reporting on military operations by the SLA and on purchases of military hardware.
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May - 30 
In another incident, on May 30, five persons were arrested during the search operation by SLA and police in Mannar town.
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In another incident, on May 30, five persons were arrested during the search operation by SLA and police in Mannar town.
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May - 31 
Speaking to foreign delegates, on May 31, who had arrived in Sri Lanka to attend a seminar, President Chandrika Kumaratunga said th4e ‘greatest service that the international community could render was to bring the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (L
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Speaking to foreign delegates, on May 31, who had arrived in Sri Lanka to attend a seminar, President Chandrika Kumaratunga said th4e ‘greatest service that the international community could render was to bring the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels to the negotiating table. The President also reiterated her government’s commitment to peace and enumerated the measures taken till date I that regard. The imposing of conditions by the LTTE for the peace talks to resume and a lack of agreement in that regard had halted the peace process, she added.
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May - 31 
The Army separately said eight troops were wounded in mine clearing operations between May 25 and 31.
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The Army separately said eight troops were wounded in mine clearing operations between May 25 and 31.
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May - 31 
The Sri Lankan Army said government troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil general areas, on May 31. Also on the same day, a soldier was wounded in LTTE gunfire in the Nagarkovil general area.
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The Sri Lankan Army said government troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil general areas, on May 31. Also on the same day, a soldier was wounded in LTTE gunfire in the Nagarkovil general area. Separately, the LTTE attacked a joint team of Army, police and home guards on a clearing mission in Divullawa, Trincomalee. A policeman and a home guard were killed in the incident while two government soldiers were wounded. Two more troops were wounded in LTTE firing on a military truck on May 31, at Pansalgodella, Trincomalee.
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*Data till , May 03, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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Timeline- 2023
Timeline- 2022
Timeline- 2021
Timeline- 2020
Timeline- 2019
Timeline- 2018
Timeline- 2017
Timeline- 2016
Timeline- 2015
Timeline- 2014
Timeline- 2013
Timeline- 2012
Timeline- 2011
Timeline- 2010
Timeline- 2009
Timeline- 2008
Timeline- 2007
Timeline- 2006
Timeline- 2005
Timeline- 2004
Timeline- 2003
Timeline- 2002
Timeline- 2001
Timeline- 2000
Archives
Timeline Country Wise
Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
Timeline Zone Wise
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Timeline State Wise
Central Province
Dhekunu (South)
Eastern Province
Mathi Dhekunu (Upper South)
Mathi Uthuru (Upper North)
Medhu (Central)
Medhu Dhekunu (South Central)
Medhu Uthuru (North Central)
North Central Province
North Western Province
Northern Province
Province No. 1
Province No. 2
Province No. 3
Province No. 4
Province No. 5
Province No. 6
Province No. 7
Sabaragamua Province
Southern Province
Uthuru (North)
Uva Province
Western Province
Timeline District Wise
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Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
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