Situation Report on 01 May 2006 Claymore mine attack at TRINCOMALEE - 01 May 2006 - 0955 hrs Due to activate of an Improvised Explosive Device by the LTTE placed on a push cycle parked at a wayside lane in TRINCOMALEE town. 05 people dead, including 01 Naval person and 04 others civilians; 07 people were injured including 03 Naval soldiers and others were civilians. Hand grenade attack at ARASADY - 01 May 2006 - 1155 hrs LTTE lobbed a hand grenade at the troops who were on picket duties at ARASADY junction. No injuries were caused due to the explosion. Claymore mine attack at MEESALI - 01 May 2006 - 1225 hrs One soldier received injuries due to the attack at MEESALI targeting a CTB bus which belongs to 55 Division convoy, who was on picket duty at that time. Further rear windscreen of the CTB bus also got damage due to the shock effect. Situation Report on 02 May 2006 A civilian was assassinated in KODIKAMAM-1035 Hours 02 May 2006 A three-wheeler driver was assassinated by an unidentified gunman. KODIKAMAM Police is conducting further investigations. Two civilians were shot by an unidentified gunman in THIRUNELVELY-1100 Hours 02 May 2006 Two civilians were shot by an unidentified gunman and one of them succumbed to his injuries. A soldier was shot dead by LTTE in MURUKKARAMPALAI-1445 Hours 02 May 2006 A soldier of 1st Sri Lanka Light Infantry was shot dead by a LTTE pistol group whilst he was on sentry duty at a route picket. Two Civilians assassinated by LTTE in JAFFNA-1940 Hours 02 May 2006 Two Tamil civilians were assassinated by LTTE while they were inside the Uthayan Paper Company. In addition two civilians were injured due to this incident. Situation Report on 03 May 2006 Found three unidentified blindfolded and hands tighten dead bodies at SUDUVENDRAPILAVE. - 0745 hrs on 03 May 2006 Troops found three unidentified blindfolded and hands tighten dead bodies at SUDUVENDRAPILAVE village. VAVUNIYA police is conducting further investigations. A police constable has been fired upon by LTTE pistol group - 1800 hrs on 03 May 2006 A police constable has been fired upon by pistol group suspected to be LTTE and caused injuries to his stomach and left leg. A civilian also got injured. VAVUNIYA police conducting further investigations. LTTE fired towards a police roadblock at RAZA JUNCTION in JAFFNA - 1850 hrs on 03 May 2006 LTTE fired towards a police roadblock established at RAZA JUNCTION in JAFFNA. Immediately clearing operation was conducted by the troops and recovered 13 x T 56 empty cases. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade to THANDAVANVELI police post - 1900 hrs on 03 May 2006 A hand grenade was lobbed to THANDAVANVELI police post by LTTE cadres. One police constable received minor injuries. VALAICHCHENAI police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 04 May 2006 LTTE cadre fired Small Arms to troops in INUVILl - 0550 hrs on 04 May 2006 LTTE cadre fired few rounds of Small Arms to troops who were moving towards to a picket point. One soldier was injured and evacuated to Army Base Hospital - PALALY. Air Force route clearing troops had detected a claymore mine at ANURADHAPURA - 0730 hrs 04 May 2006 Air Force route clearing troops had detected a claymore mine at ANURADHAPURA junction. And Bomb Disposal Team defused it at 0930 hours on 04 May 2006 LTTE killed two home guards in AWARANTHULAVA- 0845 Hours 04 May 2006 Two home guards were killed due to explosion of an Improvised Explosive Device laid by the LTTE. VAVUNIA Police is conducting further investigations. Troops locate a tractor with barbwire and some items at BLACK BRIDGE - 1100 hrs on 04 May 2006 Troops observed that a tractor was broken down with barbwire and some items at BLACK BRIDGE (uncleared area). It seems to be that LTTE attempted to carry banned items to uncleared area avoiding the Entry/Exit point of BLACK BRIDGE. The matter was informed to SLMM Hand Grenade attack in VAVUNIA- 1250 Hours 04 May 2006 An unidentified person lobbed a Hand Grenade at one of the Police point in VAVUNIA town. One army soldier, two police constables and ten civilians received injuries due to the explosion. Hand Grenade attack at NELLIADY- 1410 Hours 04 May 2006 TTE cadres who came in two three-wheelers fired small arms and hurled Hand Grenades towards the troops who were at picket point. Subsequently the troops also retaliated with small arms and repulsed the attack. Later troops found seven dead bodies of LTTE cadres with three Hand Grenades inside the three wheelers. LTTE cadres lobbed Hand Grenade and killed one soldier in KIDACCHURI- 1810 Hours 04 May 2006 Troops deployed on route picket duty were attacked by two LTTE cadres by lobbing a Hand Grenade and followed by a small arms fire. One soldier was killed due to the incident. VAVUNIA Police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 05 May 2006 Police Constable was shot dead by LTTE- 1130 Hours 05 May 2006 A Police Constable was shot by LTTE pistol group. Later the victim succumbed to injuries after admitting to General Hospital Batticaloa. LTTE killed one soldier in Velvatithurai - 1405 Hours 05 May 2006 A soldier received injuries due to the LTTE small arms firing whilst he was on route clearing duties in Velvatithurai. Later victim was succumbed to injuries after admitting to Army base hospital Palaly. A civilian was shot dead by an unidentified gunman in Jetty- 1450 Hour 05 May 2006 A civilian was shot dead by an unidentified gunman in Jetty. Valachchenai police is conducting investigations. LTTE exploded claymore mine in Karanavai- 1500 hours 05 May 2006 One Police person was killed and four were injured due to the claymore mine explosion which targeted at Police convoy plying from Palaly to Nelliady in Karanavai South. Civilian was shot dead by unknown gunmen in Kovilgama-1610 Hours 05 May 2006 A civilian was shot dead by two unknown gunmen came on a motorcycle in Kovilgama. Kantale Police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 06 May 2006 LTTE fired small arms in Jaffna Town- 1210 Hours 06 May 2006 A soldier received severe injuries due to the LTTE small firing at Static Point in Udayan Newspaper publications premises and troops also retaliated with small arms. A civilian was shot dead by an unknown gunman in Eravur- 2045 Hours 06 May 2006 A civilian was shot dead by an unknown gunman in Eravur. Eravur Police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 07 May 2006 A civilian was shot dead by LTTE in Thirunelvely- 1730 Hours 07 May 2006 On an information troops revealed that LTTE had shot dead a civilian (male, 26 years) who was a three wheeler driver residing at Neerveli South, Neerveli. Kopai Police is conducting further investigations. LTTE cadres lobbed a Hand Grenade to Batticaloa Police Station- 1925 Hours 07 May 2006 LTTE cadres lobbed a Hand Grenade to the main gate of Police station in Batticaloa. Eleven police personal and one civilian were injured due to the explosion. Situation Report on 08 May 2006 Hand Grenade attack in Oddamawadi- 1340 Hours 08 May 2006 A soldier received injuries due to the Hand Grenade attack in Oddamawadi. Valaichchenai Police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 09 May 2006 LTTE cadres were constructing new bunkers-1530 Hours 09 May 2006 A Static Point belongs to Vavunative detachment had observed that LTTE cadres were constructing new bunker using a backhoe approximately at a distance of 500-600 meters in the unclear area. Hand Grenade attack in THIRUNELVELI-1800 Hours 09 May 2006 LTTE hurled a hand grenade at the troops deployed on picket duties. However it was not exploded. KOPAI Police conducting further investigations. Hand Grenade attack in INUVIL-1925 Hours 09 May 2006 An unidentified person suspected to be LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade and fired few rounds of small arms towards a picket point. Troops also retaliated by firing. No casualties were reported. A Muslim person was killed by LTTE pistol group in SELVANAGAR-2020 Hours 09 May 2006 It was reported that an unidentified gunman suspected to be LTTE pistol group fired and killed a Muslim person of Sevanagar 09 in TOPPUR. Situation Report on 10 May 2006 LTTE thrown a hand grenade to a civilian's house in ODDAMAVADI-0500 Hours 10 May 2006 An unidentified group suspected to be LTTE thrown a hand grenade to a civilian's house but it was not exploded. The incident reported to Valaichchenai Police by the house owner. Claymore mine attack in VELANI JUNCTION-0912 Hours 10 May 2006 Remote controlled claymore mmine sited on ground between VELANI junction and ARALI junction was detonated against route clearing team. Two sailors sustained injuries due to the explosion. Situation Report on 11 May 2006 LTTE lobbed hand grenade at troops on picket duties in NALLUR-1205 Hours 11 May 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade and fired at the troops who were on picket duties. One soldier received minor injuries due to the incident. LTTE lobbed two hand grenades at troops on picket duties in CHIRUPPIDDI-1515 Hours 11 May 2006 LTTE lobbed two hand grenades and fired at the troops who were on picket duties. Two soldiers received injuries due to the incident. Transformer damaged due to terrorists attack at PETHALI- 1810 Hrs on 11 May 2006 An unidentified group suspected to be LTTE had fired 10 / 15 shots towards the PETHALAI Police point by using a T-56 weapons. Due to the fire transformer which was located at PETHALAI Police point was damaged. 01 x Home Guard killed and another injured at DADAYAMTHALAWA - 2035 Hrs on 11 May 2006 Unidentified persons suspected to be LTTE lobbed a hand grenade and fired to roadblock barrier in front of DADAYAMTHALAWA Police post. Due to the incident 01 x Home Guard was killed and another Home Guard was injured. Situation Report on 12 May 2006 Transformer damaged due to terrorists attack at PETHALI- 1810 Hrs on 11 May 2006 An unidentified group suspected to be LTTE had fired 10 / 15 shots towards the PETHALAI Police point by using a T-56 weapons. Due to the fire transformer which was located at PETHALAI Police point was damaged. 01 x Home Guard killed and another injured at DADAYAMTHALAWA - 2035 Hrs on 11 May 2006 Unidentified persons suspected to be LTTE lobbed a hand grenade and fired to roadblock barrier in front of DADAYAMTHALAWA Police post. Due to the incident 01 x Home Guard was killed and another Home Guard was injured. Situation Report on 14 May 2006 A youth was shot dead by LTTE in KATTANKUDI- 1920 Hours 13 May 2006 An unknown youth (about 20 years) was shot dead by LTTE cadres. The dead body was recovered by the Police at Rasa Alim Road in the KATTANKUDY Police area and handed over to the BATTICALOA teaching hospital. Inquiries are in progress.LTTE fired with small arms at ERAVUR Police- 2310 Hours 13 May 2006 LTTE cadres had attempted to enter in to the ERAVUR Police Station premises through behind fence close to the security bunker No. 09. On seeing the LTTE cadres the Police officers had fired at them and the LTTE cadres too fired at the Police. Later the Police successfully repulsed the attack. No injuries or damages were reported. Shops at VALANAI and PULLIANKOODAI areas were set fire by unknown persons-2330 Hours 13 May 2006 Shops at VALANAI and PULLIANKOODAI areas were set fire by unknown persons including political distribution centre at VELANAI junction. Troops were able to successfully stop further spread of fire using available water bowsers and fire extinguishers. Around five shops were completely burnt. The matter was informed to the KAYTS Police Station. A civilian was assassinated by LTTE in ATCHUVELY-0815 Hours 14 May 2006 On information received from a civilian to route clearing troops, it was revealed that a civilian (24 years) of Kadirippai, ATCHUVELY was assassinated by an LTTE gunman. A civil salesman was assassinated by LTTE gunman in ATCHUVELY- 0830 Hours 14 May 2006 On information received from a civilian to route clearing troops, it was revealed that a civil salesman (30 years) of Atchuvely North, ATCHUVELY was assassinated by an LTTE gunman. ATCHUVELY Police is conducting further investigations. Two civilians were killed by unidentified gunmen in PERIYAPALAM-0955 Hours 14 May 2006 It was reported that unidentified gunmen fired and killed two Tamil persons. It was revealed that one person was travelling in a land master and other person was riding a push bicycle behind the land master. MUTTUR Police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 15 May 2006A Muslim person hacked to death at Dehiwatta Junction in Trincomalee - 0735 hours On 15 May 2006 A Muslim person hacked to death by suspected LTTE cadres at Dehiwatta junction. in Trincomalee at 07.30 a.m on 15th May 2006. A claymore mine was blasted at NELLIADY - 0845 hours 0n 15 May 2006 A claymore mine was blasted targeting the route clearing troops by LTTE cadres. No casualties to own troops or civilians. A gunman (suspected to be LTTE) opened fire at Potuvil - 1135 hours On 15 May 2006 A gunman (suspected to be LTTE) opened fire to a Special Task Force water bowser at Komari in Pothuvil. Due to the incident 01 x Special Task Force personnel was injured and was admitted to the Pothuvil hospital for further treatment. LTTE cadres fired 03 x rounds using a small arm at NELLIADY - 1445 hours On 15 May 2006 LTTE cadres fired 03 x rounds using a small arm towards a roof top sentry placed at the Insurance Cooperation building for the security of route picket duties. No casualties to the own troops or civilians. Situation Report on 16 May 2006 A Tamil Civilian was Shot dead by LTTE pistol group - 1650 hrs on 15 May 2006 Two Tamil civilians those who had been undergoing treatment at BATTICALOA hospital were fired upon by the LTTE pistol group. A civilian who had been assisting the patient was killed and the patient was injured. The matter was informed to SLMM. BATTICALOA Police is conducting further investigations. LTTE terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at an Army Road Picket - 1750 hrs on 15 May 2006 A LTTE terrorist lobbed a hand grenade and fired at the troops who were on a road picket duties approximately 400 meters North of NALLUR park Army detachment along JAFFNA POINT PEDRO road. No damages to security forces or civilians. The matter was informed to SLMM. LTTE terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at an Army strong point - 1845 hrs on 15 May 2006 LTTE terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a strong point and three soldiers received minor injuries. Victims were admitted to Army Base Hospital PALALY. A LTTE terrorist lobbed a hand grenade to a military detachment - 1915 hrs on 15 May 2006 A LTTE terrorist lobbed a hand grenade to the military detachment at UDUPPIDY taking a cover from a building. No casualties to the own troops and civilians. A LTTE terrorist lobbed a hand grenade to a military detachment - 1925 hrs on 15 May 2006 A LTTE terrorist lobbed a hand grenade to MAKIYAPIDDI military detachment. Troops were not retaliated due to civil population. An army soldier was injured due to the explosion and evacuated to Army Base Hospital PALALY. The incident was informed to SLMM. Situation Report on 17 May 2006 LTTE fired at a Home Guard pointing in KALINGAVILLA-2310 Hours 16 May 2006 LTTE fired at a Home Guard point using small arms and lobbing an unexploded hand grenade. LTTE withdrew due to the retaliation fire of the Home Guard. Hand grenade attack at KOVILADI-0120 Hours 17 May 2006 An unidentified person lobbed a hand grenade to a house at KOVILADI. A female of Kovilady, Thambalagamuwa who was inside the house the house succumbed to her injuries. Thambalagamuwa Police is conducting further investigations. LTTE burnt a lorry belongs to Muslim personnel in KARUWANKERNI-0710 Hours 17 May 2006 LTTE burnt a lorry which was plying from Dankotuwa to Eravur with a load of tiles. It is reported that the burnt lorry was belongs to a Muslim personnel. Valaichchenal Police is conducting further investigations. LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting soldiers in SOORIYAWEWA-0815 Hours 17 May 2006 LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting four man foot patrol and fired few shots suing small arms. Two soldiers were killed and one soldier was injured due to the incident. LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting STF personnel at THIRUKKOVIL-0830 hours 17 May 2006 LTTE cadres exploded claymore mine targeting Special Task Force (STF) personnel who were engaged in route clearing at Thirukkovil on Pothuvil- Kalmunai main road. One STF personnel was killed due to this explosion. Situation Report on 18 May 2006 . . . LTTE attacked to Forward Defence Line at NAGARKOVIL - 0200 Hours 18 May 2006 LTTE attacked to Forward Defence Line using small arms and support arms. Troops retaliated with small arms and 60 mm Mortars. No casualties were reported. LTTE attacked to Forward Defence Line at MUHAMALAI - 0205 Hours 18 May 2006 LTTE attacked to Forward Defence Line at MUHAMALAI using small arms 81mm Mortars. Troops retaliated with small arms and support arms. No casualties were reported. LTTE attacked to Forward Defence Line at MUHAMALAI - 0330 Hours 18 May 2006 LTTE attacked FDL at MUHAMALAI using small arms and support arms. Troops retaliated with small arms and support arms. No casualties were reported. Candidate of ITAK party was shot dead by an unidentified gunman in ANNAMALAI - 1320 Hours 18 May 2006 A candidate belongs to ITAK party residing at Navindanvali in ANNAMALAI was shot dead by an unidentified gunman while he was traveling on a motorcycle with one of party members. Central Camp police station is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 19 May 2006 . . . LTTE fired at the troops in NALLUR - 0735 Hours 19 May 2006 LTTE fired at the troops who were on the route clearing duty in NALLUR. Troops retaliated. No casualties were reported. LTTE fired at troops at ARIYANKURISUTTANKULAM - 0855 Hours 19 May 2006 Security force personnel were fired upon by LTTE, whilst they were moving to an Observation Post at ARIYANKURISUTTANKULAM. Two army personnel were killed including one officer and one other received injuries. Situation Report on 20 May 2006 . . . LTTE fire whilst troops were conducting a search operation -1645 Hours 20 may 2006. The SLA troops confronted with LTTE fire whilst troops were conducting a search operation in general area THOPPUR. LTTE fired small arms and 60/81 mm mortars. Troops retaliated with small arms and 60mm mortars. No injuries were reported. A child shot dead by LTTE pistol group - 2100 Hours 20 May 2006. A child named S Sathyam (12 years) of Mavadiodai, MANKERNI was shot dead by LTTE pistol group. Motive of the killing seems to be a refused to join the LTTE. SLMM was informed. ERAVUR Police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 21 May 2006 LTTE explode a claymore mine in UVACKKULAM - 0630 Hours 21 May 2006. LTTE had exploded a claymore mine whilst troops were clearing the Forward Defence Line in general area UVACKKULAM. Troops also retaliated with small arms. Due to the incident 01 x soldier killed and 01 x soldier wounded. Later the dead body and the injured soldier were evacuated to General Hospital Vavunia. LTTE explode a claymore mine killing 01 soldier at UVACKKULAM - 0630 Hours 21 May 2006. LTTE had exploded a claymore mine whilst troops of 2 (Volunteer) Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment were clearing the Forward Defence Line in general area UVACKKULAM. Troops also retaliated with small arms. Due to the incident 01 x soldier killed and 01 x soldier wounded. Later the dead body and the injured soldier were evacuated to General Hospital VAVUNIYA. Clearing operation was conducted by the troops in the area. Names of the victims are as follows: LTTE had detonated a claymore mine - 0830 Hours 21 May 2006. LTTE had detonated a claymore mine and engaged with small arms fire whilst troops of 2 Sri Lanka National Guard were conducting a route clearing operation in general area LB 3. Due to the explosion 01 x soldier killed. Later troops found a terrorist dead body in near the vicinity when they were conducting a search operation. SLN Detect 01 Fibre Glass Dinghy at PESALAI - 0010 Hours 21 May 2006. Naval troops on routine patrol detected 01 x Fibre Glass Dinghy fitted with Out Board Motors with two persons. Further interrogation revealed that the suspect left from PESALAI 0400 hours on 20 May 2006 with 15 x refugees and proceeded on journey. No other suspected items found. Later arrested persons and apprehended items were handed over to THALAIMANNAR Police station for further investigations. A decomposed dead body was found in VINAYAGAPURAM - 1030 Hours 21 May 2006. On an information troops found a decomposed dead body in general area VINAYAGAPURAM. VALAICHCHENAI Police is conducting further investigations. Suspected to be killings of LTTE against peace loving civilians. Situation Report on 22 May 2006 LTTE killed a Muslim civilian at KOPAI NORTH - 1140 Hours 22 May 2006 A retired Police Constable who had served at the Police station Kopai and retired in year 2002 was assassinated by LTTE. Police station Kopai is conducting further investigations. LTTE killed a civilian at THANDANVELI - 1230 Hours 22 May 2006 A civilian of Ductt Bar in Batticalloa was assassinated by an unknown gunman suspected to be LTTE at THANDANVELI. Batticaloa police is conducting further investigations Hand Grenade attack at NAGARKOVIL - 2210 Hours 22 May 2006 LTTE lobbed hand grenade towards the troops deployed in Observation post in Nagarkovil. Troops retaliated with small arms and Mortar fire. Two soldiers were injured due to the attack. Situation Report on 23 May 2006 LTTE killed a soldier at IRAMPEIKULAM - 0325 Hours 23 May 2006 A soldier who was performing duties at a Listening post at IRAMPEIKULAM was shot dead by the LTTE. er investigations. Situation Report on 24 May 2006 LTTE carried out claymore mine attack at KATMARASINNAKULAM-0920 Hours 24 May 2006 Claymore mine attack carried out by the LTTE cadres in Katmarasinnakulam targeting security personnel whilst traveling in a tractor. Two soldiers and one police constable were killed due to this attack. LTTE carried out claymore mine attack at NALLUR-1605 Hours 24 May 2006 Claymore mine attack carried out by LTTE cadres targeting a Police jeep in NALLUR. One policeman was received due to the attack. Nallur Police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 25 May 2006 Four Police personnel were killed in LTTE claymore attack at KATTANKUDY-0710Hrs 25th May 2006 A police van was attacked by LTTE cadres using a claymore mine whilst they were proceeding to Kattankudy Police station after duties. Four Police personnel were killed due to the incident. Kattankudy police is conducting further investigations. LTTE attacked Army tractor using claymore mine-0945 Hrs 25th May 2006 An army tractor which was carrying meals along A-14 road was attacked by LTTE by using a claymore mine in CHEDDIKULAM. Three soldiers were injured due to the incident. LTTE exploded claymore mine at KOKUVIL- 1800Hrs 25 May 2006 LTTE activated a claymore mine targeting the foot patrol troops who were coming from Kokuvil to Arasady. One civilian was killed and two soldiers were injured due to the explosion. Naval troops intercepted and apprehended refugee boat movements in NORTH OF PESALAI-1800 Hrs 25th May 2006 Naval troops, who were deployed to stop refugee movements, intercepted and apprehended 07 fiber glass dinghy boats, 119 refugees and 14 boat crews. Preliminary investigations revealed that all refugees from Trincomalee, Kilinochchi and Vavunia areas and intend to proceed India each adult paid Rs:10000/= to boat owner. All refugees with their belongings were handed over to Government Agent, Mannar. LTTE attacked Police bunker at MURUNKAN 2105Hrs 25th May 2006 A group of LTTE cadres attacked a Police buncker by lobbing a hand grenade and small arms fir. One Police constable was injured due to the attack. Situation Report on 26 May 2006 Two LTTE cadres killed in NALLUR-1210Hrs 26th May 2006 Troops who were engaged in snap roadblock at road junction were searched vehicles at NALLUR. Troops had stopped the motorcycle which was plying from KALVIYANKADU and whilst the rider is searched the pillion had walked closer to a wall nearby. As pillion's behaviour was suspicious a soldier attempted to search pillion, instantly pillion pulled a pistol and fired at the soldier. Subsequently troops also retaliated and killed both LTTE cadres. Due to the incident a soldier of 6 Sri Lanka Singhe Regiment had received severe injuries to his face and he was evacuated to Army Base Hospital - PALALY and later transferred to National Hospital - COLOMBO by air for treatments. Troops were recovered a 9 mm Pistol and a TVS Victor Motorbike. LTTE attacked to Army Gully Emptier at URANI-1250 Hrs 26th May 2006 LTTE attacked to Army Gully Emptier using a remote control claymore mine while returning after unloading sewage. Due to the explosion rear side of the vehicle damaged. Later one claymore mine with remote control circuit was recovered in the scene. No casualties were reported. BATTICALOA Police are conducting investigations. Provincial Deputy Director of irrigation was assassinated by LTTE pistol group in KALLIYANKADU-1426Hrs 26th May 2006 Provincial official Deputy Director Irrigation Engineer (BATTICALOA), Mr: Rathnam Rathnarajah (48 years) of Irrigation Circuit Bungalow, Kalliyankadu, BATTICALOA had been assassinated by the LTTE pistol group near his circuit bungalow and driver of the victim also got injured. Subsequently injured person was admitted to General hospital BATTICALOA. BATTICALOA Police is conducting further investigation. 02 x civilians were shot by the LTTE in general area ACHCHEVELU. The victims were evacuated to ACHCHUVELY Hospital and later they were succumbed to their injuries. ACHCHUVELI Police is conducting further investigations. A civilian named Narampille Kanagasuriyan (37 years), was shot dead by an unknown gunman. AKKARAIPATTU. Police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 27 May 2006 LTTE Hand grenade attack to a strong point at THANANKILAPPU - 1925 Hrs 27th May 2006 Tow soldiers receive injuries due to a hand grenade attack by the LTTE to a strong point of 3rd battalion of Sri Lanka Light Infantry in THANANKILAPPU area. LTTE cadres fired 60 mm mortars and small arms towards Army troops at MUTTUR- 1830 Hrs 27 May 2006 LTTE cadres fired 60 mm mortars and small arms towards Army troops on route clearing in MUTTUR area. Troops retaliated and terrorist fled away. Kinniyadi Detachment was attacked by the LTTE by using 81 mm Mortars at KINNIYADI - 0850 Hrs 27 May 2006 KINNIYADI Detachment was attacked by the LTTE by using 81 mm Mortars which was manned by 14th Battalion of Sri Lanka National Guards. Troops also retaliated. No injuries were reported to the own troops. Situation Report on 28 May 2006 A static Point ahead of VAVUNATHIVE detachment came under LTTE attack- 0530 Hrs 28th May 2006 A static Point ahead of VAVUNATHIVE detachment came under attack by LTTE using 60 mm Mortars and small arms. Troops retaliated with small arms fire and fire lasted about 20 - 25 minutes. No injuries to own troops An unknown group shot and killed a farmer at DIMBULAGALA - 0730 Hrs 28th May 2006 An unknown group shot and killed a farmer by using T-56 weapons while he was working in his paddy field. Motive of the killing is not known Situation Report on 29 May 2006 LTTE fired small arms at KOVILPULIYANKULAM - 0535 Hrs 29th May 2006 A soldier sustained gun shot injuries to his head due to LTTE small arms fire came from when he was out of his bunker. A group had distributed a leaflet in MUTTUR area - 1800 Hrs 29th May 2006 A group (Suspected to be LTTE) had distributed a leaflet in MUTTUR area. As per the leaflet LTTE have insisted to the local Muslim population in MUTTUR area to vacate their native places within three days. LTTE had attacked a picket point at PETHALAI. - 1450 Hrs 29th May 2006 LTTE had attacked a picket point at PETHALAI. 02 soldiers were injured and one of them succumbed to injuries. Ex EPDP member was shot by a LTTE gunman at NAVANTHURAI - 1240 Hrs 29th May 2006 Ex EPDP member was shot by a LTTE gunman and he succumbed to injuries. A LTTE cadre thrown a hand grenade towards Land Rover Jeep at MEESALAI - 1135 Hrs 29th May 2006 A LTTE cadre thrown a hand grenade towards Land Rover Jeep which, was traveling along with a convoy. Due to the incident 01 soldier was received minor injuries. Troops retaliated with small arms fire and suspect LTTE cadre was arrested by troops. Unidentified persons had fired and killed 02 civilians at VADUKKODAI - 1830 Hrs 29th May 2006 Unidentified persons suspected to be LTTE pistol cadres had fired and killed 02 civilians. 01 person was killed on the spot and other died after admitted to hospital. VADDUKODAI Police is conducting further investigations. A male had been killed by LTTE gunman at ERLALAI - 1400 Hrs 29th May 2006 A male had been killed by LTTE gunman. Further information revealed that the victim had served in Police station JAFFNA in year 1997/1998 A foot patrol of Army troops were attacked by the LTTE at KALLIYANKADU - 1945 Hrs 29th May 2006 A foot patrol of Army troops were attacked by the LTTE using a claymore mine and small arms. Due to the incident 01 soldier was killed and 02 soldiers were injured. Situation Report on 30 May 2006.... Troops found 02 dead bodies in the lagoon at KODDAIKADU - 1740 Hrs 30 May 2006. Troops found 02 dead bodies in the lagoon at KODDAIKADU on information given by a villager. Troops found the bodies 1 km away from the Land and had cut injuries by sharp knives. A claymore mine attack at a Police personnel at SONAKASAKAMBAIKULAM - 0725 30 May 2006. A claymore mine had been exploded aiming at a Police Route Clearing Party at SONAKASALAMBAI KULAM in VAVUNIYA. 02 Police constables were injured due to the explosion. Ex LTTE cadre was shot dead by LTTE at PETHALAI- 0045 Hrs 30 May 2006. An ex LTTE cadre was shot dead by LTTE Wanni faction. Further information revealed this murder was carried out by LTTE since the ex cadre refused to rejoin the LTTE. BATTICALOA Police are conducting further Investigations. LTTE had Killed 12 Sinhalese persons at OMADIIYAMADU area - 1830 29 May 2006. LTTE had abducted 14 Sinhalese who were engaged in a tank constructions project and later shot them. 02 persons managed to escape with minor injuries and came to NAGASTHENNA Police post. Injured persons were evacuated to WELIKANDA Hospital. According to them LTTE killed the other 12 persons and set fire to their backhoe machine and a tractor. VALACHCHENAI and WELIKANDA Police are conducting further investigation. A claymore mine had been exploded aiming Police Route Party at PHTHALAI - 0045 30 May 2006. A claymore mine had been exploded aiming at a Police Route Party at PHTHALAI in VAVUNIYA. Due to the explosion 02 x Police Constable were injured. A LTTE cadre has fired at 09 Sri Lanka National Guard at CHULLIPURAM - 1320 Hrs 30 May 2006. A LTTE cadre has fired 01 round of small arms towards snap roadblock which was manned by troops of 9 Sri Lanka National Guard. 01 Soldier was wounded on to his right leg. Casualty was evacuated to Army Base Hospital PALALY for further treatments. STF troops were fired by unknown gunman at AKKARAIPATTU - 1600 Hrs 30 May 2006. Two unknown gunman suspected to be LTTE cadres had fired towards the STF troops who were performing duties in Sagamaroad, in AKKARAIPATTU town. Situation Report on 31 May 2006.... LTTE killed a Home Guard at MANGALAGAMA - 0045 Hrs 31 May 2006. LTTE attacked to a Home Guard Post at MANGALAGAMA. 01Home Guard was killed. AMPARA Police is conducting further investigation. A LTTE cadre fired towards the Picket point at NELLIADY- 1310 Hrs 31 May 2006. A LTTE cadre fired 02 x rounds towards the picket point at a distance of 200 meters, due to the fire a soldier was injured and evacuated to MANTHILAI Hospital. LTTE fired RPG to the strong point at NAGARKOVIL - 0555 Hrs 31 May 2006. LTTE fired Rocket Propeller Grenade, 60 mm Mortar and small arms to the strong point at NAGARKOVIL and the firing continue about 40 minutes, Meantime 60mm mortar fallen intermittently to the strong point as well as to the Forward Defence Line. 02 Claymore Mines were recovered by SLN troops - 0900 Hrs 31 May 2006. It was reported by Sri Lanka Navy that LTTE exploded 02 Claymore mines when SLN troops were conducting the route clearing at NILAWELI. After area was searched and recovered 240 meters of flexible wire. LTTE fired towards an observation point at SELVERNAGAR- 1715 Hrs 31 May 2006. A group of LTTE cadres had fired towards observation point deployed by 7 Sri Lanka Light Infantry in general area SELVERNAGAR. Troops retaliated with 60 mm mortar fire after having identified the enemy position. A Police constable was assassinated by LTTE at 8 MILE POST-NILAWELI - 1910 Hrs 31 May 2006 A Police constable was assassinated by LTTE Pistol group in general area KALLADY Bridge. Batticaloa Police is conducting further investigations. LTTE shoot a child at MAMANGAMA - 2030 Hrs 31 May 2006. A child MAMANGAMA was received gun shot injuries and admitted the General Hospital BATTICALOA. According to the victim this had been done by LTTE. The matter was informed to SLMM. BATICALOA Police are conducting further investigations. Home Guards and Police Constable were injured at KALMUNAI- 1900 Hrs 31 May 2006 02 Home Guars and 01 Police Constable were received injuries due to a hand grenade attack to the PANDIRIPPU Police Post. Wounded persons were admitted to KALMUNAI Hospital for treatments. Situation Report on 01 June 2006.... Found 02 dead bodies of EPDP members - 0745 Hrs 01 June 2006. On information, troops had found 02 dead bodies of EPDP members at PANDARIKULAM whom had been shot dead by unidentified person (suspected to be LTTE). A Civilian was abducted in KATTAPARICHCHAN- 1437 Hrs 01 June 2006. It was reported that a civilian was abducted by a group of unidentified persons in area KATTAPARICHCHAN area. Further it was revealed that the victim was one of the members of LTTE. 01 Soldier was killed by LTTE Claymore attack in VAVUNIYA - 1850 Hrs 01 June 2006. 01 soldier was killed and 02 Soldiers received injuries due to a claymore attack occurred at NARIVILUKKULAM in VAVUNIYA. The injured soldiers were admitted to ANURADHAPURA General Hospital. An EPDP came under hand grenade attack at ANALATIVU ISLAND - 2300 Hrs 01 June 2006. An EPDP member has informed to Navy saying that their office Located at ANALATIVE Island was attacked with a Hand Grenade by a group of unknown person. Situation Report on 02 June 2006 Hand grenade attack by the LTTE to Trincomalee Town - 0510 Hrs 02nd June 2006 An unidentified person suspected to be LTTE lobbed a hand grenade Trinco town. No damages clamed. Hand grenade attack at Naval personnel at Sivamkovil in Trincomalee - 0510 Hrs 02nd June 2006 An unidentified person suspected to be LTTE lobbed a hand grenade at Naval personnel deployed for security at Sivamkovil area. No damages reported. Hand grenade attack by the LTTE at KAITHADI Junction - 0850 Hrs 02nd June 2006 An LTTE lobbed a hand grenade towards the troops who were on route clearing duty at KAITHADI Junction. No casualties reported. Attack at an observation point by the LTTE at KASAPULIYANKULAM- 1115 Hrs 02nd June 2006 LTTE fired small arms at observation point at Kasapuliyankulam from uncleared area. Troops retaliated with small arms. No casualties reported. One Soldier killed due to landmine explosion at Vantharamooai in Batticaloa - 1230 Hrs 02nd June 2006 LTTE exploded a land mine (connected to a anti personnel mine) at Vantharamoolai. Due to the attack 01 Solider died. A civilian shot at Muttunagar in Trincomalee - 1645 Hrs 02nd June 2006 01 x Civilian received gunshot injuries to his chest suspected to be terrorist activity, whilst he was at Muttunagar area. Casualty evacuated to Trinco Hospital. Hand grenade attack by the LTTE to Vavunia Town - 1730 Hrs 02nd June 2006 An unidentified person suspected to be LTTE lobbed a hand grenade Vavunia town. A civilian vehicle damaged due to the incident and the owner of it received injuries. Situation Report on 04th June 2006 Troops had been killed a LTTE cadre at KALUWANKENI - 1830 Hours 03rd June 2006. Troops had been killed a LTTE cadre when he was trying to infiltrate the Camp through security fence. After incident troops recovered 01 x Hand Grenade in possession of the LTTE cadre. The matter informed to SLMM. LTTE had lobbed a Hand Grenade to the static point at MANNAR Town - 1915 Hours 03rd June 2006. 02 x LTTE who had come on a push bicycle had lobbed a Hand Grenade to the static point deployed at MANNAR town - BMC Junction. Due to the incident 01 x Soldier and 02 x Police were injured. A 01 x LTTE cadre was died due to the relation fire. While searching it was found that the LTTE who was died with another Hand Grenade imposition. A cab belong to 8 SLAC was caught in a claymore mine explosion at ODDAPELI area - 1950 Hours 03rd June 2006. A cab belong to SLAC was caught in a claymore mine explosion at ODDAPELI area. Due to the incident 01 Soldier was died and 01 Soldier was received minor injuries. An unidentified group had shot to 02 x Civilians by using small arms - 2000 Hours 03rd June 2006. An unidentified group suspected to be the LTTE had shot to 02 x civilians by using small arms. Due to the incident 01 x person had died on the spot and other person received injuries. Dead body and casualty were evacuated to VALACHCHENAI Hospital. 02 x Civilians are shot dead by unidentified armed group - 2110 Hours 03rd June 2006. 02 x Civilians had been shot dead by unidentified armed group suspected to be the LTTE by using small arms. Dead bodies were taken to VALACHCHENAI Hospital by the villagers. The matter was informed to SLMM. Situation Report on 03 June 2006 LTTE attack at a picket point Mawadiwembu in Batticaloa - 0905 Hrs 03rd June 2006 LTTE attack at a picket point Mawadiwembu in Batticaloa Due to the attack 01 x Soldier received gunshot injuries. 01 x LTTE cadre also injured due to the incident. Troops on search operations arrested 01 x suspected and handed over to Eravur police for further investigations. Informed to SLMM verbally Another LTTE claymore attack at Kallady in Batticaloa - 0905 Hrs 03rd June 2006 LTTE attacked a route clearing party using a claymore and small arms fire. Troops rushed and cordoned the area immediately and arrested 15 suspected personnel. They were handed over to Kattankudy Police for the further investigations. LTTE attacked FDL at ambilewewa in Vaunia - 0130 Hrs 03rd June 2006 LTTE fired at FDL by using small arms and mortars. Troops retaliated. 01 Soldier got minor injuries due to the attack. A claymore attack at Oddapeli in Jaffna - 1950 Hrs 03rd June 2006 An army vehicle caught in a claymore explosion at Oddapeli in Jaffna. 01 Soldier died & another was injured. Hand grenade attack by the LTTE to Mannar town - BMC junction - 1915 Hrs 03rd June 2006 02 LTTE cadres who came from a bicycle lobbed a hand grenade at Mannar town - BMC junction. Troops encountered with small arms. 01 Soldier and 02 Police personnel injured due to the incident. The LTTE cadre who lobbed the grenade also died due to the retaliation. Yet another claymore attack by LTTE at Kokkuthuduvai in Polonnaruwa - 1330 Hrs 03rd June 2006 LTTE exploded 03 x claymore mines at a route clearing party using RPG. 01 x Soldier died. 01 x Officer injured due to trampling of an AP when he rushed to the scene. Casualties evacuated to Anuradhapura hospital for further treatments. . LTTE cadres fired at a picket point at Kakativu in Jaffna - 1330 Hrs 03rd June 2006 LTTE fired with small towards the picket point located at Kakathivu area. Troops retaliated. No casualties reported. Situation Report on 05th June 2006. A hand tied unidentified dead body was found in NAVAKKUDAH - 2040 Hours 04 June 2006 A hand tied unidentified dead body was found in general area NAVAKKUDAH with gun shot injuries. SLMM was informed and BATTICALOA Police are conducting further investigation. Situation Report on 06th June 2006. A claymore mine explosion occurred in MAHABAGE - 0405 Hours 05th June 2006. A claymore mine explosion occurred in general area MAHABAGE targeting 01 x SLTB bus. Due to the incident driver of the bus and the conductor were received injuries. KANDANA Police are conducting further investigation. A soldier was received injuries due to LTTE attack - 1530 Hours 05th June 2006. A soldier was received injuries due to LTTE Small Arms fire with 40 mm Grenade Launchers in General Area ACHCHANKULAM. A Claymore mine was exploded killing 01 LTTE cadre - 1605 Hours 05th June 2006. On an information troops went on a clearing patrol in General Area KALMADU. Whilst troops were on the way towards the particular location, a claymore mine which was fitted by aiming at the troops had accidently exploded killing 01 x LTTE cadre on the spot. The clearing troops were able to kill another LTTE cadre who had come for the mission. LTTE fired a Home Guard - 2145 Hours 05th June 2006. A home guard was received injuries due to LTTE small arms fire. STF troops of PERAVALITHALAWA camp also retaliated with Small Arms. The injured Home Guard was admitted to MAOYA hospital. Situation Report on 07th June 2006. LTTE exploded a claymore mine at Uyilankulam in Mannar - 07.55 Hrs 07th June 2006. LTTE exploded a claymore mine aiming at the route clearing patrol troops of Sri Lanka Army. Troops sustained 02 casualties. 01 x dead body and 06 x injured civilians had been taken from uncleared area - 1615 Hrs 07th June 2006. 01 x dead body and 06 x injured civilians were taken from uncleared area to cleared area through the KIRAN Entry/Exit point by ICRC. Situation Report on 08th June 2006 A Tamil youth shot dead at Andankulam in Trincomalle - 12.30 Hrs 08th June 2006. A Tamil youth named Joshp Kamalaraj of No. 55, Dayke Street, Trincomalle was shot dead while he was riding a motor bicycle. Army camp At Kiran , Batticaloa -comes under LTTE attack Batticaloa - 05.50 Hrs 08th June 2006. LTTE attacked to Kiran camp by using mortar, RPG with support arms and small arms. Troops also retaliated. 02 soldier received injuries and admitted to Polonnaruwa Hospital .Later 01 x soldier succumbed to his injuries. Kiran Entry/Exit point was closed temporary to civilians for security reason. Situation Report on 09th June 2006 A Tamil civilian shot dead at KOPAI ,Jaffna - 07.45 Hrs 09th June 2006 On information received by KOPAI Police Station revealed that 01 x male had been shot and injured by the LTTE in general area KOPAI. The victim had been evacuated to Teaching Hospital - JAFFNA. Hand grenade attack at civilians in Vavuniya Town- 07.45 hrs 09th June 2006 An unidentified person lobbed a Hand Grenade towards a boutique belongs to S.K. Kanagarathna. Due to the explosion, 03 x civilians got injured. A family of four Killed at VANKALAI , Mannar - 08.00 Hrs 09th June 2006. Villagers of VANKALAI found 04 x dead bodies of a family who had been hacked to death by an unidentified group. Army camp at Sooriyakattakadu in Mannar comes under Small arms firing of LTTE- 06.05 Hrs 09th June 2006. LTTE fired towards Sooriyakattakadu detachment with Small Arms. Troops also retaliated. The Area was searched subsequently. Due to the incident 02 x soldiers got injured. Army Picket Point at Singhekanda in Trincomalee comes under Small arms firing - 07.45 Hrs 09th June 2006. A group of LTTE cadres opened fire using Small Arms at a Picket Point belongs to Army troops at Singhekanda. LTTE fled away when troops retaliated with Small Arms. Due to the incident one soldier got injured Situation Report on 10th June 2006 Two civilians shot dead at Kewuliya in Trincomalee - 12.20 Hrs 10th June 2006 02 Civilians were shot dead whilst traveling on a bus persons plying from Muttur to Trincomalee. The assassins had also been traveling in the bus same bus before they shot three civilians and escaped towards Ralkuli area by a motorcycle. Due to the incident 02 persons were killed and the other person was received injuries.Army mobile petrol at Allas Garden in Trincomalee comes under pistol firing - 16.10 Hrs 10th June 2006. LTTE cadres fired pistol rounds towards mobile petrol which was being conducted using bicycles from Thangaslanda to Allas Garden. Due to the incident 01 soldier received injuries. Situation Report on 11th June 2006 A hand grenade attack at civilians at at Thirunelveli , Jaffna - 10.28 Hrs 11th June 2006. A solder and 09 civilians were received injuries due to a hand grenade attack in general area Thirunelveli. Army toad Pandarikulam in Vavuniya comes under pistol firing - 14.35 Hrs 11th June 2006. LTTE cadres of the pistol group ,fired towards a snap road block deployed in general area Pandarikulam. Retaliatory fire of own troops killed a LTTE cadre. LTTE snipers kills soldier at Vavunathivu in Batticaloa - 17.15 Hrs 11th June 2006. One soldier was killed due to LTTE sniper attack at Vavunathivu detachment. Situation Report on 12th June 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade at Urumpirai Junction in Jaffna - 1525 Hrs 12th June 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade at the troops who were on road picket duties in general area Urupirai. Due to the incident 01 soldier received injuries and evacuated to Base Hospital Palaly. A wire guided claymore mine was exploded by the LTTE at Rasendrakulam in Vavunia - 0810 hrs 12th June 2006. A wire guided claymore mine was exploded by the LTTE aiming at the route clearing troops at Rasendrakkulam. Due to the explosion 01 soldier killed and 01 civilian was injured. An Ex LTTE cadre had shot dead at Chenkalady in Batticaloa - 2130 Hrs 12th June 2006. An Ex LTTE cadre named Kumaneiya Podikulendran had shot dead by LTTE wanni faction at Kumaraweli area. The information received from the civilians. Situation Report on 13th June 2006 One soldier got injured due to trampling an anti personal mine at Kokkuthuduvai in Trincomalee - 0945 Hrs 13th June 2006 One soldier got injured his lower part of left leg due to trampling an anti personal mine when he was on route clearing. Casualty was evacuated to Government Hospital Padaviya LTTE exploded a hand grenade at Anuradhapura junction in Trincomalee - 0816 Hrs 13th June 2006 LTTE exploded a hand grenade at Anuradhapura junction causing injuries to two soldiers. Casualties were evacuated to Trincomalee hospital . LTTE cadres had lobbed a Hand Grenade towards Police roadblock at Eravur in Batticaloa - 2000 Hrs 13th June 2006. LTTE cadres had lobbed a Hand Grenade towards Police roadblock deployed at Eravur. Due to the explosion 02 police constables received minor injuries and admitted to Batticaloa Hospital. Situation Report on 14th June 2006 LTTE had exploded a claymore mine aiming at a Police jeep at Periyavilan in Jaffna - 1030 Hrs 14th June 2006 LTTE had exploded a claymore mine aiming at a Police jeep in general area Periyavilan. Due to the incident one Police Constable was received injuries. LTTE had fired at the troops who were on road picket duties at Kalviyankadu in Jaffna - 1332 Hrs 14th June 2006 LTTE had fired at the troops who were on road picket duties. Due to the incident 01 soldier and 01 civilian were injured. Later the soldier succumbed to his injuries. LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade and fired few shots towards the troops at Jaffna Town - 1900 Hrs 14th June 2006 LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade and fired few shots towards the troops who were on road picket duties. Due to the incident one soldier was received injuries. One home guard got caught to LTTE small arms fire at Mamduwa in Vavuniya - 0610 Hrs 14th June 2006 A home Guard who was on duty at Mahakachchakodiya got caught to LTTE small arms fire and died. A soldier received injuries due to the LTTE small arms fire at Muttur in Trincomalee - 1150 Hrs 14th June 2006. A soldier who was on duty at a picket point received injuries due to the LTTE small arms fire. Situation Report on 15th June 2006 LTTE had fired using small arms towards the troops at Inuvil in Jaffna - 0725 Hrs 15th June 2006 LTTE had fired using small arms towards the troops who were on picket duties in general area Inuvil. Due to the incident 01 x soldier received injuries. LTTE had exploded 02 claymore mines targeting a CTB bus at Kebithigollewa in Anuradhapura - 0755 Hrs 15th June 2006. LTTE had exploded 02 claymore mines targeting a CTB bus which was transporting passangers from villages of Viharahalmillewa, Halmillawetiya, Kanugahawewa, Yakawewa and Talgaswewa to Kebitigollewa. Due to the explosions 61 passengers injured. An unknown person had fired and killed a person - 13.10 Hrs 15th June 2006 An unknown person had fired and killed a person named Kirubakaran. Due to the incident 01 Home Guard also received injuries. LTTE lobbed a Hand Grenade and fired small arms toward the Pesalai Police post at Pesalai in Mannar - 1945 Hrs 15th June 2006. LTTE lobbed a Hand Grenade and fired small arms toward the Pesalai Police post. Police personnel also retaliated with small arms. Due to the incident 03 Police personnel got injured and evacuated to Anuradhapura General Hospital. Situation Report on 16th June 2006 Two persons suspected to be LTTE cadres who were traveling on a motorcycle have lobbed a hand grenade at Kokuvil in Jaffna - 12.25 Hrs 16th June 2006. Two persons suspected to be LTTE cadres who were traveling on a motorcycle have lobbed a hand grenade at a picket point. A civilian who was on the road about 150 meters away from the scene got injured. LTTE had fired using small arms towards an Observation post at Pachchanoor in Trincomalee - 1620 Hrs 16th June 2006 It was reported that LTTE had fired using small arms towards an Observation post at general area Pachchanoor bridge. Troops had retaliated with small arms fire. No casualties to own troops were reported. LTTE have lobbed hand grenade at an Army Static Point at Anuradhapura Junction in Trincomalee. - 2030 Hrs 16th June 2006 It was reported that LTTE have lobbed hand grenade at an Army Static Point at Anuradhapura Junction in Trincomalee. Troops have retaliated with small arms fire. No casualties or damages to own troops were reported. Situation Report on 17th June 2006 03 x Navy boats patrol in Pesalai were attacked by LTTE - 0650 Hrs 17th June 2006 03 x Navy boats patrol in Pesalai were attacked by LTTE who were disguising as fishing boats. Due to the incident 03 Navy dead bodies had been recovered and 08 Navy personnel were missing. Search operation for missing personnel are in progress. Further 05 civil dead bodies and 31 injured civilians were brought to General Hospital Mannar. Due to cross fire LTTE transmission monitored 03LTTE cadres were killed due to arty fire in general area Vidattaltivu LTTE cadres had fired 10 to 15 rounds towards the Velvetithurai Police roadblock in Jaffna - 2000 Hrs 17th June 2006 LTTE cadres had fired 10 to 15 rounds towards the Velvetithurai Police roadblock from 250 meters Southern direction. No casualties were reported. 02 Fast attack crafts detected off Pamunugtama in Colombo - 0920 Hrs 17th June 2006 On an information 02 Fast attack crafts detected off Pamunugama. Later fast attack crafts had detected fishing clusters consisting 10 - 15 fishing boats north of Pamunugama area and monitored 01 x fiber glass dinghy had started moving towards merchant vessels stationed off Colombo harbour. Later they changed their direction towards Negombo area when they saw the fast attack crafts. Later fast attack craft fired warning shots and arrested the boat with 01 x hand held GPS. Craft and suspected persons handed over to Modara Police Situation Report on 18th June 2006 LTTE cadres fired using 40 mm Granade Launcher in general area Dutuwewa in Vavuniya. - 1055 Hrs 18th June 2006 02 tractor bousers belong to Dutuwewa Police post got caught to a claymore mine explosion and another tractor was fired upon by LTTE cadres using 40 mm Granade Launcher in general area Dutuwewa. Due to those incident 03 police personal were killed. An unknown person lobbed a hand grenade towards Police Post at CENTRAL CAMP -0045 Hrs 18th June 2006 An unknown person lobbed a hand grenade towards Police Post at CENTRAL CAMP, Ampara. No damages reported. Situation Report on 19th June 2006 A civilian person shot at dead at BATTCALOA Town - 10.00 Hrs 19th June 2006 A civilian person found shot dead at Batticaloa town by unknown gunmen. The matter was informed to SLMM. Batticaloa police conducting further investigations. LTTE cadres hurled a hand grenade and fired towards Picket Point at KARANAVAI South - 17.35 Hrs 19th June 2006 LTTE cadres hurled a hand grenade and fired towards Picket Point at KARANAVAI South. Due to the LTTE fire 01 x civilian injured. LTTE fired towards a detachment close to SOMAWATHIYA temple at Polonaruwa -17.50 Hrs 19th June 2006 LTTE fired towards a detachment at SOMAWATHIYA temple using small arms. Troops also retaliated. No damages reported. Situation Report on 20th June 2006 LTTE Hand grenade attack to a strong point at NAARKOVIL - 06.00 Hrs 20th June 2006 LTTE lobbed 02 x hand grenades and fired towards a strong point at NAGARKOVIL. No injuries were reported. Hand Grenade attack at an Ambush in KILIVEDDI - 19.50 Hrs 20th June 2006 04 x LTTE cadred lobbed 02 x hand grenades and fired with small arms towards troops proceeding to an ambush point in KILIVEDDI. 01 x Soldier received minor injuries. LTTe fired upon a polic static point at MORAWEWA - 16.05 Hrs 20th June 2006 LTTE fred towards a Static Point manned by the Police at MORAWEWA. A civilian person shot at MUTTUR - 1920 Hrs 20th June 2006 A civilian person of MUTTUR was shot and injured by an un known gunmen and admitted to Muttur hospital. LTTE cadres fired towards naval troops at MUTTUR - 1020 Hrs 20th June 2006 LTTE cadres fired towards Security Points manned by Naval troops from east of KATTAIPARICHCHAN Aru using small arms. Naval troops also retaliated and no damages were reported to own troops. The matter was informed to SLMM. Situation Report on 21st June 2006 A group of LTTE cadres had fired to troops at Manthikai in Jaffna - 1830 Hrs 21st June 2006 A group of LTTE cadres had fired from the North Western direction to Manthikai when the troops were withdrawing picket from Manthikai to Kallikai. Whilst an officer and 04 soldiers were carrying the fresh ration by an empty bus heading towards Kallikai detachment came under LTTE fire causing damages to the vehicle. Due to the incident 03 soldiers were received injuries. A soldier received injured due to the LTTE small arms fire at Chankanal West in Jaffna - 0830 Hrs 21 Jun 2006 A soldier received injured due to the LTTE small arms fire while they were on route clearing, Casualty was evacuated to Army Base Hospital Palaly. Situation Report on 22nd June 2006 01 dead body was found by the villagers at SANTHIVELI at Batticaloa - 02.00 Hrs 22nd June 2006. A dead body was found by the villagers of Santhiveli and informed to the security personal who were on route clearing at Santhiveli. The dead body was taken in to Chenkalady Hospital by the civilians in the area when the troops reached the location. LTTE cadres fired few shots towards a picket point at PASOOR JETTY in Jaffna - 1730 Hrs on 22nd June 2006 LTTE cadre fired few shots towards a picket point at PASOOR JETTY using a small arm. Troops also retaliated by firing small arms. Subsequent search found some blood stains assumed to be of injured LTTE cadre. A LTTE cadre arrested with a Hand Grenade at JAYANTHIPURA - 1830 Hours on 22nd June 2006. A LTTE cares was arrested with a hand grenade by Jayanthipura Police. SLMM was informed verbally and Batticaloa Police are conducting further investigation. Manager of Sambo Lodge and Communication was shot dead by an unknown gunman at Colombo - 1945 hrs 22nd June 2006. Manager of Sambo Lodge and Communication named Kandayya Thangeshwaran of No. 137,7, Sri Nagar, Puhunthottam, Vavuniya was shot dead by an unknown gunman suspected to be LTTE. LTTE cadres lobbed a Hand Grenade towards a Night Guard Point at Kallady in Batticaloa - 1955 Hrs 22nd June 2006. LTTE cadres lobbed a Hand Grenade towards a Night Guard Point located at Kallady. Due to explosion 01 soldier received minor injuries. LTTE lobbed 02 x Hand Grenades and opened small arms fire at Valvettithurai in Jaffna - 20.20 Hrs 22nd June 2006. LTTE lobbed 02 x Hand Grenades and opened small arms fire towards a Static Point. Troops also retaliated. Due to the incident 02 soldiers received minor injuries A dead body was found by the villagers at Vinayagapuram in Batticaloa - 22.00 Hrs 22nd June 2006 01 x dead body was found by the villagers at Vinayagapuram and informed to the Police station Valaichchenai. The dead body was taken to the Valaichchenai Hospital and Valaichchenai Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 24th June 2006 LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade at the troops who were on road picket - 1415 Hours on 24th June 2006. LTTE cares lobbed a hand grenade at the troops who were on road picket duties in general area IRUPALAI. As the attacker kept two children in front as a cover while throwing the grenade and troops were not able to fire at direction. LTTE fired at a static point in general area KULUMADU - 1415 hours on 24th June 2006 LTTE fired at a static point in general area KULUMADU. Due to the incident 02 x soldiers succumbed due to the injuries who were on picket duties. LTTE fired at a static point in general area Ambasewana. Due to the incident 01 x soldier was injured. Situation Report on 25th June 2006 LTTE had lobbed hand grenade towards a detachment located Chullipuram - 1630 hours on 25 June 2006. LTTE had lobbed hand grenade towards a detachment located Chullipuram. No casualties were reported. LTTE had fired towards Army and police combined check point - 2000 hours on 25th June 2006 LTTE had fired towards Army and police combined check point located at BMC junction at a distance from the direction of Thalaimannar town. Due to the incident 01 x police person was received minor injuries. An Ex PLOTE member was shot dead by LTTE Wanni faction - 1545hours on 25th June 2006 An Ex PLOTE member reported shot killed by LTTE. Situation Report on 26th June 2006 Troops found a dead body of Baskaran Sudaharan (22 years) - 0630 hours on 26th June 2006 Troops found a dead body of Baskaran Sudaharan (22 years) of No. 511, Ambuwelipuram, TRINCOMALEE at AMBUWELIPURAM. UPPUWELI Police are conducting further investigations. A LTTE suicide motor bike rider rammed in to the Deputy Chief of Staff vehicle - 0745 Hours on 26th June 2006. A LTTE suicide motor bike rider (bearing No - WP MB 4089) rammed in to the Deputy Chief of Staff vehicle (bearing No - UHA 16001). Due to the explosion Deputy Chief of Staff and 02 x soldiers and 01 x civilian were killed and 02 x soldiers and 04 x civilians were wounded. Troops cordoned the area and preserve the forensic evidences for the Government analysis and for EOD personals. Details of the victims are as follows; EPDP member was shot dead by LTTE at Velanieast - 1330 hours on 26th June 2006. A civilian (59 years, EPDP member) of Hospital road, Nayanmarkattu, Jaffna was shot dead by LTTE pistol group inside the welding shop, The incident was reported to SLMM and Kayts Police. LTTE lobbed a Hand Grenade at the troops who were on road picket duties at NEERVELI junction. - 1535 hours on 26th June 2006. LTTE lobbed a Hand Grenade at the troops who were on road picket duties at NEERVELI junction. The grenade was exploded and no damages were reported. The incident was reported to SLMM and KOPAI Police station. Situation Report on 27th June 2006 A Soldier fell into a cannel at Namalgama - 0000 hours on 27th June 2006. A soldier fell into a cannel whilst he was on a patrol and presumed to be drowned. Troops search the area and they found dead body in the cannel. EPDP member was shot dead by LTTE at Velanieast - 1330 hours on 26th June 2006. A civilian (59 years, EPDP member) of Hospital road, Nayanmarkattu, Jaffna was shot dead by LTTE pistol group inside the welding shop, The incident was reported to SLMM and Kayts Police. A PLOTE member was shot by unidentified pistol group at Kodikamam - 1710 hours 27th June 2006 A PLOTE of Thlrunavkulam, Vavuniya was shot by unidentified pistol group believed to be LTTE in general area Kovilakkulam. Police are conducting further investigation. A woman was shot and killed by the LTTE in Trincomalee - 1920 Hours 27th June 2006. A woman (25 years) of Mayana Street, Ambuwlipram was shot and killed by the LTTE in general area Ambuwelipuram. Uppuweli Police are conducting further investigation. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade and fired a Police point in Mannar Town - 1930 hours 27th June 2006. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade and fired few small arms rounds towards a Police static Point located in Mannar Town. Due to the incident 02 Police man and 02 civilians were injured Mannar Police were conducting investigations. 03 persons were assassinated by LTTE cadres in Batticaloa area - 2045 hours 27th June 2006. 03 male persons were assassinated by a group of LTTE cadres using T 56 weapon while they were traveling in a motorcycle in General area Mylambaveli. The matter was informed to SLMM and Eravur Police station. Situation Report on 28th June 2006 LTTE attacked daily rote clearing patrol at Kokkuthuduvai - 0600 hours 28 June 2006 Troops on daily route clearing patrol along the toad Janajapura - Anuradhapura was attacked by a group of L TTE using Small arms, Rocket Propeller Grenade, Claymore mine, Mortar. Troops also retaliated small arms and Mortars. Due to the incident 04 Soldiers were injured and admitted to the Anuradapura Hospital for the treatments. Terrorists fired 01 x 81 Mortar Bomb in General area Muttur - 0940 hours 28th June 2006 Terrorists fired 01 x 81 Mortar Bomb in General area Muttur. Due to the incident 02 x civilians were received injures. 01 victim got head injures was admitted to Trincomalee Hospital and other victim was admitted to Muttur Hospital. LTTE attack Naval boat deployed on a patrol in general area Baththalagunduwa - 1100 hours 28th June 2006. Naval Boat deployed on a patrol in general area BATHTHALAGUNDUWA was attacked by approximately 15 LTTE sea Tiger boats. Due to the incident 01 sailor was killed and 04 Sailor were missing while injuring 03 Sailors. Immediately reinforcement troops were rushed to the scene and retaliated. Due to the heavy resistant of the own troops LTTE had withdrawn towards Palugathurai area. LTTE had fired using small arms at Navatkulam area - 1235 hours 28 June 2006. LTTE had fired using small arms towards on observation Post developed at Navatkulam area. Due to the incident 01 Soldier. The injured soldier was evacuated to Vavuniya Hospital. LTTE fired a picket point using small arms - 1245 hours 28th June 2006. LTTE had fired towards a picket point at Maruthodi by using small arms Due to the fire 02 soldier were received injuries and admitted to Anuradapura Hospital. A three - wheeler was fired upon by Naval troops - 1505 hours 28th June 2006. A three-wheeler was fired upon by Naval troops in general area Abayapura when the three wheeler continued to drive ahead ignoring the stop order given by troops. Due to the fire three wheel driver received injuries and admitted to Trincomalee Hospital. A soldier was missing with his personal weapon at Kithuluthuwa - 1630 hours 28th June 2006. A soldier who was on a picket point on Main Supply Route in General area Kithuluthuwa was missing with his personal weapon since 1630 hours on 28th June 2006. A person was shot dead by an unknown gunman - 1930 hours 28th June 2006 A person Toombu Street, Pandirippu was shot dead by an unknown gunman in general area Pandirippu. LTTE fired a Home Guard at Padaviya - 2000 hours 28th June 2006 LTTE had fired towards a Home Guard who was on duty in General area Padaviya Parakramapura. Due to the incident the Home Guard revived injuries and admitted to Padaviya Hospital. Situation Report on 29th June 2006 An unidentified dead found beside the railway track - 29th June 2006 An unidentified dead was found beside the railway track in general area Bamabalapitiya. Bambalapitiya Police are conducting further investigation. LTTE attacked Police personal at Kaddaiparichchan - 2235 hours 29th June 2006 LTTE had fired Motor Bomb towards Kaddaiparichchan road block. Due the incident 02 police personal were received injuries. Civilian was shot dead by LTTE cadres at Arali - 1715 hours 29th June 2006 01 Civilian of Arali East, Vaddukkoddai was shot dead by LTTE cadres who came on a motorcycle. The matter was informed to Vaddukkoddai Police further investigations. Civilian was shot and injured by the LTTE at Navali - 1930 hours 29th June 2006 01 Civilian 35 years of Navali road, Manipay was shot and injured by the LTTE while he was traveling on a motorcycle. The victim was admitted to general Hospital Jaffna and matter was informed to Manipay Police. 01 Civilian injured due to Anti personal mine explosion at Neerveli - 1300 hours 29th June 2006. 01 Civilian of Chiruppiddy was injured due to Anti personal mine explosion while he was clearing the plot of land. Schools and shops were closed in Trincomalee area. - 29th June 2006 Muslims in Thoppor and Pahalatoppur declared day of mourning to protest against the LTTE activities point out as killing of Deputy Chief of Staff - Army, killing of Corporal Rasik of 12 Sri Lanka National Guard and Firing of Artillery to Muttur which caused inured 02 Muslims on 28th June 2006. Further school and shops in the area also were closed and white flag been put up in all building / houses in the area. Situation Report on 30h June 2006 LT TE fired a RPG near the refugee camp at Periyankulam - 0005 hours 30th June 2006 LTTE had fired Rocket Propeller Grenades rounds, followed by small arms fired and lobbing hand grenade towards troops deployed near the refugee camp in general area Pariyankulam. Due to the incident a soldier received major injures and was given fires aid at the location. LTTE lobbed a Hand Grenade to a static point deployed at MANNAR TOWN - 0550 Hours 30th June 2006 LTTE lobbed a Hand Grenade to a static point deployed at MANNAR TOWN area. 01 x soldier received minor injuries to his left leg and later he was admitted to the Medical Reception Section of 211 Brigade Navy intelligence member was shot by a LTTE pistol group cadre at Mannar - 1005 Hours 30th June 2006 01 x Navy intelligence member was shot by a LTTE pistol group cadre when he was in MANNAR town area with another Navy intelligence member. The LTTE cadre was injured due to the retaliation of the other Navy intelligence member whilst attempting to escape from the area. Later the injured LTTE cadre was shot dead by 2nd (Volunteer) Gemunu Watch troops who were rushed to the location. The injured Navy intelligence member was evacuated to MANNAR Hospital and later succumbed to his injuries. A foot patrol was fired upon by the LTTE cadre at Alaweddi in Jaffna - 1315 Hours 30th June 2006 A foot patrol was fired upon by the LTTE cadre. A soldier was injured and later succumbed to his injuries when he was admitted to Army Base Hospital PALALY. Situation Report on 01st July 2006 LTTE cadres attacked to an observation post at Murunkan 0930 hours 01st July 2006. A group of LTTE cadres attacked with small arms to an observation post at Murunkan. Troop also retaliated with small arms. A LTTE cadre was killed and recovered 01 remote controller, 02 Hand grenades (type K 400) and 01 x 9V Battery from the dead person. An unidentified gunman fired at 02 x females at Alankerni in Trincomalee 2040 Hours 01st July 2006. An unidentified gunman had come on a motor cycle and fired at 02 x females (mother and daughter) by using 9 mm pistol at Alankerni, Due to the incident mother and daughter both were injured. Later mother had succumbed to injuries. LTTE cadre hurled a hand grenade towards a bunker at Velvettithurai in Jaffna 1945 hours 01st July 2006. LTTE cadre hurled a hand grenade towards a bunker at Velvettithurai. Due to the explosion a soldier was received minor injuries. Situation Report on 02nd July 2006 Army troops in an ambush fired at 05 LTTE cadres at Selvanagar in Trincomalee 0620 Hours 02nd July 2006 Army troops in an ambush fired at 05 LTTE cadres. It is believed 03 LTTE cadres either killed or injured due to the security forces fire. No casualties or damages to own troops. LTTE had lobbed a Hand Grenade towards a foot patrol at Kokuvil in Jaffna 1700 Hours 02nd July 2006. LTTE had lobbed a Hand Grenade towards a foot patrol which was moving from Kokuvil to Thalayalai. Due to the incident 02 soldiers and 01 civilian were received injuries. A pressure mine was exploded in general area Morawewa in Trincomalee 0920 Hours 02nd July 2006 A pressure mine was exploded in general area Morawewa. Due to the explosion 01 Police Constable received minor injuries. Situation Report on 03rd July 2006 LTTE cadres exploded a Side Charger at Kurukkalmadam in Batticaloa 0630 Hours 03rd July 2006 LTTE cadres exploded a Side Charger targeting the STF personnel who was on a foot patrol at that time in general area Ambalanthurai ferry. Due to the explosion 02 STF personnel were received injuries and admitted to Batticaloa Hospital. LTTE had activated a claymore mine targeting a foot patrol at Wadhiri in Jaffna 1350 Hours 03rd July 2006. LTTE had activated a claymore mine targeting a foot patrol. 01 soldier got killed and 01 soldier received injured sue to the explosion. An improvise explosive device was activated by LTTE cadres at Anuradhapura Junction in Trincomalee Junction 1135 Hours 03rd July 2006. An improvise explosive device was activated by LTTE cadres which was placed in a three-wheeler in general area Anuradhapura Junction. Due to the explosion 02 soldiers , 02 Police sergeants, 01 Women Police Constable, 01 Woman Home Guard, and 01 civilian were killed. LTTE had activated a claymore mine at Karanthan in Jaffna 1750 Hours 03rd July 2006. LTTE had activated a claymore mine targeting a tractor and a motorbike which were transporting fresh ration to Karanthan Detachment. Soon after the explosion LTTE opened up with small arms. 02 soldier were received minor injuries due to the incident. Situation Report on 04th July 2006 An Ex EPRLF member shot dead by LTTE 0800 hours on 04th July 2006 An Ex EPRLF member named Ariyarathnam Siyarthrajam alias Linton of Gurunagar was shot dead by LTTE in general area Gurunagar. A civilian was received miner injuries due to the pistol firing by an unidentified gunman 0630 hours on 04 July 2006 A civilian was received miner injuries due to the pistol firing by an unidentified gunman who had come from boat while he was firing in Salli area with another three persons LTTE cadres lobbed hand grenade at the troops who were on road picket duties in general area Irupalai. 1415 hours on 04th July 2006 LTTE cadres lobbed hand grenade at the troops who were on road picket duties in general area Irupalai. As the attacker kept two children in front as the cover while throwing the grenade and troops were not able to fire at the direction. LTTE fired at a static picket point in general area Kalumudu. 1405 hour on 04th July 2006 LTTE fired at a static picket point in general area Kalumudu. Due to the incident two soldiers succumbed due to the injuries. An unserviceable and grenade was received by the Bambalapitiya police 1700 hours on 04th July 2006 An unserviceable and grenade was received by the Bambalapitiya police as per information given by a civilian Kothawala Avenue. Later it was disposal by bomb disposal team. Situation Report on 05th July 2006 LTTE exploded two claymore mines targeting troops who were on route clearing duties 0915 hours on 05th July 2006 LTTE exploded two claymore mines targeting troops who were on route clearing duties from Pirappamaduwa to Mahakanchakudiya. Due to the explosion one soldiers was killed LTTE exploded two claymore mines targeting troops who were on route clearing duties from Pirappammaduwa to Mahakachchakudiya. 0915 hours on 05th July 2006 LTTE exploded two claymore mines targeting troops who were on route clearing duties from Pirappammaduwa to Mahakachchakudiya. Due to the incident one soldier was killed. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade to the Sri Lanka Corp of military police point at Chunnkam Junction.- 1130 hours on 05th July 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade to the Sri Lanka Corp of military police point at Chunnkam Junction. The grenade was exploded and no casualties to own troops. LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade targeting a police personnel who were performing duties at Thunnakulan EPDP office- 1910 hours on 05th July 2006. LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade targeting a police personnel who were performing duties at Thunnakulan EPDP office. 04 x policemen were injured and evacuated to Army hospital Palaly A dead body washed ashore off Vallanpadu area 1330 hours on 05th July 2006 A dead body washed ashore off Vallanpadu area was recovered by the fishermen and handed over to family members after magistrate inquiries. Situation Report on 06th July 2006 Troops had recovered a claymore mine in Jaffna - 1045 Hours on 06th June 2006 On an information troops had recovered 01 claymore mine and 01 Detonator in general area Kokuvil An unexploded hand grenade was found by the troops in Jaffna area - 1100 Hours 06 July 2006 An unexploded hand grenade was found by the troops who on route clearing duties in general area Anaikottai. Later it was defused with the assistance of the Bomb Disposal Team A senior sailor was shot dead by the LTTE pistol group at Valanaithurei in Jaffna 1130 Hours on 06th July 2006 A senior sailor was shot dead by the LTTE pistol group close to VELANAITHUREI fish market. The matter was informed to SLMM. A group of LTTE cadres had fired at a Muslim person at Selvanagar in Trincomalee 1500 Hours on 06th July 2006 A group of LTTE cadres had fired at a Muslim person named K Ameer of Ward No 1, Allanagar, THOPUR who was fishing at a lagoon in general area SELVANAGAR and he was succumbed to injuries after admitted to MUTUR Hospital Situation Report on 07th July 2006 LTTE fire toward 64th Mile Post Detachment by using Mortars in Trincomalee 1700 Hours on 07th July 2006 LTTE fire toward 64th Mile Post Detachment by using 81 and 82 Mortars. Troops also retaliated with 01 x 130 mm Artillery and Mortars. 01 Soldier received injures due to the LTTE mortar fire and evacuated to Trinomalee Naval Hospital. LTTE fired mortars towards STF personnel in Ampara area 1145 Hours on 07th July 2006. LTTE fired mortars towards STF personnel who were on picket duties in general area Akkaraipatuu. STF personnel also retaliated with mortars and small arms. No casualties or damages were reported to the own troops. A person was shot dead by an unidentified person in Trincomalee area. 0700 Hours on 07th July 2006. A person named Suwaji Vanith Ali (41 years) of No 64, Sangama, China Bay was shot dead by an unidentified person in general area Trincomalee. Trincomalee Police is conducting further investigations. Naval troops detected a LTTE attack craft off Mullaitivu 0800 Hours 07th July 2006. Naval Troops deployed at barrier M point in Mullaitivu detected 01 LTTE attack craft preceded to East and South closer to land with a considerable speed. Approximately 0900 hours the craft stationed closer to ashore and further troops observed 02 vehicles moving on land in general area off Mullaithivu. Situation Report on 08th July 2006 LTTE pistol group fired aiming a PLOTE member at Jaffna town 1000 Hours 08th July 2006. LTTE pistol group fired aiming a PLOTE member at Jaffna town. Due to the incident 01 PLOTE member named Raja Premakumara (25 Years) and 01 civilian named Arunasalam Shanmugarasa (Pavement Businessman) received injures to their right hands. Casualties were evacuated to general hospital Jaffna. LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards a picket point at Puloli 1135 Hours 08th July 2006. LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards a picket point at Puloli. 02 Soldiers received minor injuries due to the explosion. Troops have recovered explosives, magazines, grenade and LTTE belt orders in Vavuniya 1300 Hors on 08th July 2006. At 1300 hours on 07 July 2006, troops on clandestine operation has recovered 15 kgs of C-4 explosives, 04 hand grenades, 03 T 54 magazines, 02 LTTE belt orders. Troops recovered ammunition and electric items in Batticaloa area 1130 Hours on 08th July 2006. The troops clearing troops recovered 01 plastic container with 40 Kgs of C-4 high explosive, 01 remote control circuit, 02 electric detonators and 01 x 9 volt battery at Kalliyankadu in Batticaloa town. The plastic container had been buried on the main supply route which is under renovation. The matter was informed to SLMM. Batticaloa Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 09th July 2006 A soldier was received injuries due to an Anti personal explosion at Muhumalai - 1320 hours on 09th of July 2006 A soldier was received injuries due to an Anti personal explosion in general area Muhumalai. Troops received one LTTE made claymore mine at Kokuvil 0720 hours on 09th of July 2006 Troops received one LTTE made claymore mine (approximately 20 kg) with tripod while they were conducting a search and clearing operation in general area Kokuvil. Situation Report on 10th July 2006 A civilian was assassinated by LTTE in Jaffna 0855 hours on 10th of July 2006 A civilian named Sinnayar Kristoper (48 yrs) was assassinated by a LTTE pistol group. Jaffna police is conducting further investigation. A hand grenade was found in general area Kudikachchikudiya 1530 hours on 10th July 2006 A hand grenade (without a safety liver0 was found in general area Kudukachchikudiya and was exploded. LTTE cadres fired to a routing route clearing patrol with small arms in Vauniya 1530 hours on 10th of July 2006 LTTE cadres fired to a routing route clearing patrol with small arms. Troops also retaliated. Situation Report on 11th July 2006 LTTE had exploded a remote control claymore mine at Suddipuram in Jaffna 0925 hours on 11th July 2006 LTTE had exploded a remote control claymore mine targeting a route clearing patrol in general area Suddipuram. Due to the explosion 01 soldier was killed. LTTE fired towards screening troops at Kadduttamalai in Trincomalee 1140 Hours on 11th July 2006 LTTE fired towards screening troops in general area Kadduttamalai by using small arms. Troops also retaliated and no casualties were reported. LTTE cadres fired towards Guard Point at Thirukkovil in Ampara 1130 Hours on 11th July 2006 LTTE cadres fired towards Guard Point and vehicle check point at Kachchanakuda STF camp by using small arms. No damages were reported. Situation Report on 12th July 2006 LTTE exploded a claymore mine at Jaffna Navalar Road 1355 Hours on 12th July 2006 LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting a Police vehicle which was traveling along the Navalar road. 02 Police Constables were killed and 05 Police Constables were injured due to the incident. LTTE exploded a claymore mine at Udupiddi in Jaffna 0840 Hours on 12th July 2006 LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting a foot patrol. A soldier was received minor injuries to his right thigh due to this incident. A soldier was sniped by LTTE at Muhamalai in Jaffna 1735 Hours on 12th July 2006 A soldier was sniped by LTTE whilst he was on duty in the forward defence line of the area. He succumbed to injuries and the dead body was taken to the Field Hospital of 55 Division. Naval troops had observed an arrested 42 suspicious persons at Urumalai in Mannar 0900 hours on 12th July 2006 Naval troops had observed an arrested 42 suspicious persons who were attempting to proceed sand banks area using a fiber glass dinghy with their personal belongings. Interrogation revealed that 34 persons had planned to illegal migration to India as refugees and 09 persons were identified as boat crew. Situation Report on 13th July 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade a picket point at Thalavai in Jaffna 1055 Hours on 13th July 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade towards a picket point. No casualties reported. Incident reported to the SLMM. LTTE fired at a detachment Thelippalay in Jaffna 2010 Hours on 13th July 2006 LTTE cadres fired with small arms at Thelippalay detachment in Jaffna. No casualties to own troops. LTTE fired at a detachment Uppuppidi in Jaffna 1955 Hours on 13th July 2006 LTTE cadres fired with small arms at UPPUPPIDI detachment in Jaffna . No casualties to own troops. LTTE fired at a detachment Iyattalai in Jaffna 2010 Hours on 13th July 2006 A group of LTTE cadres fired with small arms and 40 mm grenade launchers at IYATTALAI detachment in Jaffna. Troops retaliated. A soldier received minor injuries due to the incident. LTTE launched a hand grenades attack at a strong point Nagarkovil in Jaffna 1910 Hours on 13th July 2006 LTTE cadres launched a hand grenade attack at a strong point in NAGARKOVIL. Simultaneously they attack to the Forward Defence Line with 60/ 81 mm mortars, RPG and Small Arms. Troops also retaliated. No casualties reported. Un identified dead body recovered at Kapachi in Vavuniya 0645 Hours on 13th July 2006 On an information received by a civilian 01 unidentified body with gunshot injuries CHEDDIKULAM. LTTE ambushed troops on patrol at Taranikkunan in Vavuniya 1615 Hours on 13th July 2006 Troops on a patrol from Thandikulam towards Kalmadu were ambushed by LTTE. 2 soldiers killed and 1 soldier injured. Casualty airlifted to Anuradhapura hospital. Observation post at OmanthaI fired at suspicious movement 1720 Hours on 13th July 2006 Observation post at Omanthai observed a movement of 4 LTTE cadres. Troops deployed at the forward defence line had engaged with the small arms fire. Due to this confrontation one soldier was killed and one soldier injured. Troops had recovered a hand grenade in general area Abeypura 1615 hours 13th July 2006 Troops had recovered a hand grenade in general area Abeypura and it was exploded by bomb disposal team of 22 division. Three Naval personnel including one officer two sailors were injured at East of Point Pedro 0300 hours on 13th July 2006 Three Naval personnel including one officer two sailors were injured due to explosion of an anti personal mine whilst they were clearing the fence. Situation Report on 14th July 2006 Naval Defence line at Naval detachment Muttur was attached by LTTE 0915 hours on 14th of July. Naval defence line at Naval detachment Mutur was attacked by LTTE using sniper weapon and small arms. One sailor was succumbed and one was injured. A civilian was assassinated by an unknown gunman in Batticaloa 14th of July 2006 A civilian assassinated by an unknown gunman by using a pistol in general area Kokuvil. LTTE fired 81 mortars/60 mortars towards clearing troops 2300 hours on 14th of July LTTE fired 81 mortars/60 mortars towards clearing troops in general area Wadumunai and Vakaneri. 03 soldier were injured and 13 were missing due to the incident. But on 14th of July ICRC Batticaloa informed that LTTE will handed over the 12 x bodies of Sri Lankan Army soldiers killed during the LTTE attack Vakaneri. Situation Report on 15th July 2006 LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade towards Tamil Rehabilitation Organization Office at Kailasapillayar in Jaffna 1230 Hours on 15th July 2006 LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade towards Tamil Rehabilitation Organization Office premises located at Kailasapillayar. No casualties were reported. LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade at Rambaikulam in Vavuniya 1915 Hours on 15th July 2006 LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade targeting at troops who were on duty at PLOTE political office located in Rambaikulam. No injuries were reported. LTTE had fired few rounds towards a Home Guard point at Welikanda in Polonnaruwa 2145 Hours on 15th July 2006. LTTE had fired few rounds towards a Home Guard point located in general area Welikanda. Home Guards had retaliated and LTTE cadres had withdrawn towards Maduruoya. Situation Report on 16th July 2006 02 civilians were assassinated by LTTE gunmen at Point Pedro in Jaffna 0825 Hours on 16th July 2006 02 civilians were assassinated by LTTE gunmen in general area Point Pedro closer to the bus stand. LTTE had fired approximately 20 x 81/82 mm mortars at Selvanagar in Trincomalee 0845 Hours on 16th July 2006 LTTE had fired approximately 20 x 81/82 mm mortars toward Selvanagar detachment. Troops also retaliated with mortars and fired 02 x 135mm Artillery rounds towards identified Mortar positions of LTTE. 01 soldier and 01 civilians received minor injuries due to the incident. 01 soldier received gunshot injuries at Janakapura in Anuradhapura 1125 Hours on 16th July 2006. 01 soldier received gunshot injuries due to a LTTE sniper fire in general area Janakapura. An unidentified person had lobbed a hand grenade at Vavuniya 1945 Hours on 16th July 2006. An unidentified person (Suspected to be LTTE) had lobbed a hand grenade towards a Police picket point which is located at Good shed road in Vavuniya town. 01 Police Constable received minor injuries due to the explosion. LTTE carders had activated a side charger at Thirukkovil in Ampara 2030 Hours on 16th July 2006. LTTE carders had activated a side charger towards STF troops whilst they were on a foot patrol. Due to the explosion 02 Police constable received injuries. Situation Report on 17th July 2006 LTTE fire at Police personnel at Central Camp Police station - 0055 hrs on 17 July 2006 LTTE fired towards Police personnel of Central Camp Police station when they were on ambush duty. As a result of incident a Police Constable was injured and admitted to Ampara Hospital for further treatments. Claymore explosion at Anuradhapura in Thanthirimale - 1030 hrs on 17 July 2006 01 x Officer and 06 x Sailors returned from Allas Garden to Salliya Kovil on completion of picket duties using dinghy crossing the lagoon and on landing suddenly LTTE exploded a claymore and fired towards own troops using small arms and retaliated. As a result 01 x Naval person was killed and 06 x personnel were injured. LTTE attack at Naval detachment in Muttur - 1220 hrs on 17 July 2006 LTTE fired towards security points at Naval detachment Muttur from the direction of Kadakarachchani and Kaddaparichchan using 81 mortars and small arms. Troops deployed at the detachment retaliated using 60 mm mortars and small arms in self defence. No damages were reported to the own troops. The matter was informed to SLMM. Situation Report on 18th July 2006 LTTE claymore explosion kills a Civilian at KODIKAMAM in Jaffna - 0855 hrs on 18th July 2006 LTTE terrorist detonated a claymore mine when an army route clearing patrol was on duty at Kodikamam in the Jaffna area. One civilian killed and another civilian injured. Four army personnel who were on route clearing patrol duty had also suffered injuries in this explosion. LTTE attacks night patrol in central Camp area at Ampara - 0100 hrs on 18th July 2006 A group of LTTE collecting "ransom money" from the innocent Tamil villagers in the Central Camp area attacked the police personnel on night patrol. A Police constable suffered injuries due to the attack. Thus, the LTTE cadres were compelled to abandon their "mission - collection of ransom money" and flee the area. Situation Report on 19th May 2006 LTTE kills a Tamil youth at KOPAI in Jaffna - 0600 hrs on 19th July 2006 A Tamil youth named K.P. Sri Krishnan (22 years) was shot dead by the LTTE assassins at Kopai in Jaffna peninsula. The assassins are reportedly have come on a motorbike and sped away after shooting Mr. Krishnan. LTTE exploded a claymore mine at MARAKANAMADAM in Jaffna - 1105 hrs on 19th July 2006 LTTE exploded a claymore mine which was fixed on a tree near the Marakanamadam weekly fair in Jaffna. The explosion targeted an Army bus which was transporting soldiers. Five Army personnel received injuries in this explosion. Three civilians who sustained injuries in this claymore mine explosion were admitted to the hospital in Jaffna. Claymore explosion injures 8 Tamil civilians-Trincomalee at AMBUWELIPURAM in the Trincomalee - 1500 hrs on 19th July 2006 A claymore mine exploded when civilians were participating in a Shramadana campaign Eight innocent Tamil women injured in this explosion. The claymore, it is said, exploded accidentally, when the villagers were clearing up the area beside the road. The injured civilians were rushed to the Trincomalee hospital. A search operation was meanwhile done by the Security Forces to recover any other of these types left by the tigers in the area. Situation Report on 20th July 2006 Troops fired upon a suspicious LTTE movement MUTTUR in Trincomalee - 1930 hours on 20th July 2006 Naval detachment at Muttur observed suspicious enemy movement at KATTAPARICHCHANARU. Own troops fired few shots towards enemy using small arms. LTTE gunmen kills a civilian at AVARANKAL in Jaffna - 2030 hours on 20th July 2006 A civilian named Selvan ohanan (45 years) assassinated by a LTTE gunman. Matter was informed to SLMM and Achchuveli police station. Situation Report on 21st July 2006 LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting route clearing patrol RASENDRAKULAM in Vavuniya - 0710 hours on 21st July 2006 A soldier received minor injuries due to due to a claymore mine attack targeting the route clearing troops. An unkown woman was assassinated by LTTE pistol group - 1340 hours on 21st July 2006 An unkown woman was assassinated by LTTE pistol group. The matter was informed to SLMM. LTTE assassinated a Tamil youth at KOPAI in Jaffna - 1900 hours on 21st July 2006 A male (27 years) shot dead by LTTE at Karanthan Junction. He was the manager of Urelu Cooperative Society. The matter was informed to SMM. Kopai police conducting further investigations. LTTE fired towards troops at NELUKKULAMA in Jaffna - 1900 hours on 21st July 2006 LTTE fired towards the troops who were moving towards NELUKKULAMA detachment. Troops also retaliated. No casualties reported. A youth shot dead by the LTTE at KARANTHAN Junction in Kopai - 1900 hours on 21st July 2006 On 21 July 2006 at 1900 hours, 01 x male named Sinnamam Tharmarajah (27 years), residing at Kopai Central was shot dead by the LTTE at KARANTHAN Junction. He was the Manager of URELU Cooperative Society. The matter was infomed to SLMM. KOPAI Police are conducting further investigations. A laborer (65 years) shot dead by LTTE at URANI - 2100 hours on 21st July 2006 On 21 July 2006 at 2100 hours, 01 x male named Walli Kidnam (65 years) of Puttur West, URANI (labourer) was shot dead by the LTTE inside his residence. ATCHUVELY Police are conducting further investigations. The matter was informed to SLMM. RPG attack by LTTE at Tamil National Alliance MP's residence at THANDAVANVELI in Batticaloa - 2130 hours on 21st July 2006 02 Rocket Propeller Grenades wit low impact had fired to the member of parliament Mr.M. Jayamoorthi (TNA). Windows and roof of the house slightly damaged. Situation Report on 22nd July 2006 Unidentified gunmen killed a civilian at THOPOOR in Trincomalee - 0550 hours on 22nd July 2006 A Muslim person named K B Abdul Raheem (45 years) of Ward 07, Alla Nagar, THOPPUR was shot dead by an unidentified person whilst he was in his residence. THOPPUR Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE fire at south OF Mankindamale in Trincomalee - 0825 hours on 22nd July 2006 LTTE fired small arms towards security personnel and injured 01 x soldier. Troops also retaliated with small arms and casualty was evacuated to PADAVIYA hospital. LTTE activated a claymore mine at MEESALAI in Jaffna - 0825 hours on 22nd July 2006 LTTE activated a claymore mine targeting a clearing patrol. 02 x soldiers were killed and 02 x soldiers were injured due to the explosion. Casualties were evacuated to the Army Base Hospital - PALALY. Names of the killed and injured soldiers are as follows: a. S/237977 Lance Corporal Jayasinghe UDGH (Killed) b. S/239469 Sapper Anuruddha Bandara DGW (Killed) c. S/237497 Corporal Nawarathne WA (Injured) d. S/241115 Sapper Janaka Lal MC (Injured) A home guard fired at a suspicious who tried to grab his weapon at SOORANGAL KACHCHAKODITHIVU in Trincomalee - 1330 hrs 22nd July 2006 A Home Guard employed in picket duties at SOORANGAL KACHCHAKODITHIVU had fired to an unknown person who tried to grab his personal weapon. Later said person succumbed to injuries. 01 x hand grenade and 01 x temporary Identity Card (issued by a Justice of Peace at TRINCOMALEE) were found in possession of the deceased. CHINA BAY Police are conducting further investigations. Details dead person are as follows: M Sudhaharan , Pathnipuram. Palampatar, THAMBALAGAMUWA LTTE lobbed a hand grenade at military static point TATTATHTARI in Jaffna - 1345 hours on 22nd July 2006 A LTTE cadre lobbed a hand grenade towards military Static Point at general area TATTATHTARI. Grenade was exploded and no casualty to own troops. The matter was informed to SLMM and Police Station at JAFFNA. A youth shot dead by the LTTE at KOPAI in Jaffna - 1845 hours on 22nd July 2006 01 x male named Thavachelvam (28 years) was shot dead by the LTTE. Deceased person was temporarily residing at Palaly Road, THIRUNELVELI who worked at "SUNNET" communication outlet at IRUPALAI. The matter was informed to SLMM. KOPAI Police are conducting further investigations. A youth shot dead by the LTTE at OTTUMADAM in Jaffna - 1900 hours on 22nd July 2006 A civil person named Sivamani was assassinated by LTTE pistol group. The matter was informed to SLMM and JAFFNA Police Station. LTTE fired towards Listening Post at KALKUDAH in Batticaloa - 2215 hours on 22nd July 2006 LTTE fired small arms towards Listening Post at KAKUDAH. Troops als retaliated. No damages to own troops. An unknown person hurled a hand grenade at a civilian at 69 JUNCTION in Mahaoya - 2245 hours on 22nd July 2006 An unknown person hurled a hand grenade towards a person named W M Premarathne (42 years) of 69 Junction, Wellayaya, MAHAOYA near his home. Due to the incident, above mentioned person was seriously injured and admitted to AMPARA hospital. MAHAOYA Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 23rd July 2006 Two civilians were fired upon by unknown gunmen in THIRUKKOVIL in Ampara - 0140 hours on 23rd July 2006 02 x Civilians were fired upon by unknown gunmen in Thirukkovil. Who were under treatment at Akkarapattu hospital. Name of victims: 1. Manorajan Nagendra (22 years), Ariyanagam Street, Thirukkovil 2. Sugeharan (23 years), pakkyapillayaru Street, Tirukkovil LTTE hand grenade attack at Naval picket at VELANI in Jaffna - 1030 hours on 23rd July 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade targeting Navy personnel who were on picket duties. One Sailor sustained minor injuries. Reinforcements troops immediately rushed to the seen arrested 04 x suspects and handed over to the KAYTS police for further investigations. LTTE grenade attack at an Army detachment in MURUTHANAMADAM in Jaffna - 1230 hours on 23rd July 2006 LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade towards an Army detachment located at MARUTHANAMADAM junction. No casualties were reported. Civilian assassination by LTTE pistol group in MALAKKAM in Jaffna - 1325 hours on 23rd July 2006 A civilian named Sirunaavu Karuru (50-60 years) was assassinated by LTTE pistol group. TELLIPPALAI police are conducting further investigations. 02 Civilians were shot dead by LTTE pistol group in THIRUNAVELI EAST in Jaffna - 1625 hours on 23rd July 2006 02 x Civilians were shot dead by LTTE pistol group. The matter was informed to the SLMM. Kopai police is conducting further investigations. Victims are as follows: 1. Selvam Sudarshan (22 years), Kopai road, Nallur 2. Anton Kanagarathnam Rusiyandas (19 years), Mariamman Lane, Thirunaveli LTTE lobbed a hand grenade at house in PANDARIKULAM in Jaffna - 1945 hours on 23rd July 2006 LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade towards a house located in PANDARIKULAM. No casualties reported. Vavuniya police is conducting further investigations. LTTE killed a home guard at SIRIMANGALAPURA in Trincomalee - 2250 hours on 23rd July 2006 LTTE killed a home guard that was on sentry duty by cutting his neck. Soon after the incident troops searched the area found beheaded body and separated head was about 100 meters away from the bunker. Serunuwara police conducting further investigations. Name of the deceased - 45977 NG Nissanka Ranjith Bandara (27 years) Situation Report on 24th July 2006 Naval troops fired at suspicious enemy movement at MUTTUR in Trincomalee - 0005 hrs on 24th July 2006 Naval detachment MUTTUR. Observed suspicious enemy movement. Troops fired few shots towards enemy using small arms. Minister Devananda's PRO shot dead pistol group at WELLAWATTE in Colombo by LTTE - 0710 hrs on 24th July 2006 Public relation Officer (PRO) of Minister Douglas Devananda - Sarawanamuttu Mahakanapathipullai (55 years), Boss Wale Place, Wellawatta. was shot dead by LTTE pistol group in front of a Kovil at WELLAWATTE. One soldier killed and two soldiers injured PAWATKULAM in Vavuniya - 0850 hrs on 24th July 2006 LTTE activated a claymore mine targeting an army tractor which was plying Varikutiuruwa to 214 Brigade. 01 x Soldier was killed and 02 x soldiers wounded due to the explosion. Casualties evacuated to Anuradhapura Hospital for treatments. LTTE attacked Naval Detachment at MUTTUR in Trincomalee - 1000 hrs on 24th July 2006 LTTE fired towards Naval detachment MUTTUR. Naval troops also retaliated with small. No casualties reported. This incident will e reported to the SLMM. A soldier got injured due to trapped hand grenade MUHAMALAI in Jaffna - 1235 hrs on 24th July 2006 A soldier received injuries due explosion of a hand grenade which was trapped ahead forward Defence line. The injured soldier was evacuated to Army Base Hospital Palaly. A civilian shot dead at SERUNUWARA in Trincomalee - 1330 hrs on 24th July 2006 A civilian named Nagarsa Sundaralingam (34 years) of POONAGAR was shot dead by unidentified gunman who came on a motorcycle while the deceased was riding a foot bicycle. LTTE shot dead a sentry at NEDUNKULAM in Mannar - 1440 hrs on 24th July 2006 LTTE fired towards a sentry who was providing security for troops were on fatigue. Troops also retaliated. 01 x Solder received injuries later succumbed to his injuries at General Hospital Mannar. LTTE fired at a listening point at at MAWADIVEMBU in Batticaloa - 2040 hrs on 24th July 2006 LTTE fired at a Listening patrol manned troops in general area Mawadivembu. Troops also retaliated. No damages to own troops. Ex-PLOTE member killed in KAYTS at Jaffna - 24th July 2006 Kayts Police found a dead body of a Ex-PLOTE member with gunshot injuries near to Little flower Convent at Karampan. Situation Report on 25th July 2006 LTTE fire at a Army picket point in SINHAYAULPOTHA in Trincomalee - 1045 hrs on 25 July 2006 LTTE fired with small arms towards a picket point at SINHAYAULPOTHA in Trincmalee. Troops also retaliated. Do damages reported. LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting Police personnel at HIRUNAVELI in Jaffna - 1100 hrs on 25 July 2006 LTTE activated a claymore mine targeting Police personnel who were on route clearing duties in THIRUNALVELI area. 02 x Police personnel received injuries and evacuated to Jaffna hospital. The matter was informed to SLMM. LTTE fires at Forward Defence Line at KOKILAI in Mullathivu - 1100 hrs on 25 July 2006 A soldier who was working in front of the Forward Defence Line was received injuries due to the LTTE firing. The injured soldier was evacuated to Anuradhapura Hospital. Army overpowers LTTE's attack at URUMPIRAI in Jaffna - 1445 hrs on 25 July 2006 02 x LTTE cadres who came on a motor cycle plying from Palaly towards Jaffna hurled a hand grenade at a army picket point.troops retaliated for self defence. Due to the retaliation fire both the LTTE cadres got killed. Kopai Police is conducting further investigations. The matter was informed to SLMM. LTTE fire at a Army home guards in CENTRAL CAMP area - 1930 hrs on 25 July 2006 LTTE fired towards a Home Guard point in CENTRAL CAMP area. Home guards also retaliated. No damages reported. A hand grenade at Police post in Vavuniya- 1955 hrs on 25 July 2006 Unidentified person suspected to be LTTE lobbed a hand grenade at a Police post in VAVUNIYA town. Two Policemen injured and evacuated to the Vavuniya Base Hospital. Situation Report on 26th July 2006 Troops had recovered military items Jaffna on 26th of July Troops of 2nd (Volunteer) Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment had recovered following items while doing search and clear operation at Thumpalai 01 x T 56 weapon with 01 magazine. A civilian was killed by unknown gunman Vauniya, 0630 hours on July. A civilian was killed by unknown gunman while he was riding his motor cycle in general area Veppankulam. Vavuniya police is conducting further investigations. Troops were at observation post at Omanthai Vauniya, at 1030 hours on 26th of July Troops were at observation point in general area East of Omanthai confronted with a group of LTTE. Due to the incident 01 x soldier was killed and 01 x soldier wounded. The casualties were evacuated to the Anuradhapura general hospital for further treatment. Policemen on a fatigue near the post were attacked by LTTE Mannar, at 0745 hours on 26th July Policemen on a fatigue near the post were attacked by LTTE. Due to the incident 01 x policeman was wounded The casualty was evacuated to the Mannar general hospital for further treatments. Troops on a patrol had come across anti personnel mine trapped to a 82 mm mortar- Mannar, at 1135 hours on 26th of July. Troops on a patrol had come across anti personnel mine trapped to a 82 mm mortar. Engineer troops had defused the improvised explosive device. Balagolla police recovered a SFG 82 hand grenade Kandy on 26th of July Balagolla police recovered a SFG 82 hand grenade with 09 x 7.62 x 39 mm ammunitions which were in the old lorry in general area Later it was defused by the bomb disposal team Kandy. A person was shot dead by LTTE in general area Preema junction. Trincmalee, at 1920 hours on 26th July A person was shot dead by LTTE in general area Preema junction. Codbay police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 27th July 2006 One soldier and two civilians were received injuries due to LTTE claymore mine explosion Jaffna, at 0725 hours on 27th of July One soldier and two civilians were received injuries due to LTTE claymore mine explosion in general area Jaffna town. The injured soldier was evacuated to Army base hospital Palaly and the injured civilians were admitted to Jaffan hospital. One IED recovered by the troops Jaffna, at 1230 hours on 27th July One IED recovered by the troops while they were on foot patrol in general area Chavakachcheri. One claymore mine was recovered by troops Jaffna, 1430 hours on 27th July One claymore mine was recovered by the troops while conducting a route clearing in general area serunuwara against LTTE in reopen sluice gate of Mavil Aru. One civilian was assassinated by an unknown gunman- Jaffna, 1415 hours on 27th of July One civilian named Kandaiya was assassinated by an unknown gunman in general area Point Pedro. Further a leaflet was found by the troops in the close vicinity saying that claiming the responsibility of the murder by the Eelan Pandiyan. A LTTE cadre had lobbed a hand grenade towards the police personnel Mannar, 1345 hours on 27th July A LTTE cadre had lobbed a hand grenade towards the police personnel who were on the traffic duties while they were checking the LTTE cadre. One police person and one civilian was received injuries due to the explosion. Vavuniya Police recovered an abandon motorcycle which suspected armed with explosive, at 1400 hours on 27th of July Vavuniya Police recovered an abandon motorcycle which suspected armed with explosive. Later it was exploded by the STF bomb disposal team. Police personnel recovered two hand grenades and two hand paras Anuradhapura, at 1345 hours 27th July Police personnel recovered two hand grenades and two hand paras in general area Udamaluwa. Later it was exploded by the bomb disposal team. Situation Report on 28th July 2006 LTTE hurled a hand grenade at a military foot patrol at Jaffna 0930 Hours on 28th July 2006 LTTE hurled a hand grenade at a military foot patrol. Due to the explosion 01 soldier and 01 civilian got injured LTTE pistol group have shot and killed 02 policemen at Kumbuhar lane in Palauththu 1210 Hours on 28th July 2006 LTTE pistol group have shot and killed 02 policemen at Kumbuhar lane in Palauththu. Trincomalee Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE cadres have fired 81 mm mortars towards the troops at Kallar 0750 Hours on 28th July 2006 LTTE cadres have fired 81 mm mortars (approximately 07) towards the troops at Kallar village. Due to the mortar fire 02 Home Guards have sustained minor injuries. Subsequently the troops engaged with 81 mm mortars and artillery towards known enemy locations. Situation Report on 29th July 2006 A claymore mine was recovered by SLA troops in Batticaloa 0845 Hours on 29 July 2006. 01 Claymore mine was recovered by 12(Volunteer) Sri Lanka Artillery troops whilst they were clearing the Main Supply Road in general area Morakotanchenai. SLMM was verbally informed. Details of the recoveries are as follows: a. 01 Claymore mine (It mentioned as SLAF on a bake side of the claymore mine 2 kg). b. 60 miters of flexible wire. c. 01 Electric Detonator. Bombs were recovered by troops in Batticaloa 1315 Hours on 29 July 2006. Troops recovered found 01 x 40 mm Grenade Launcher Bomb and Bomb disposal team defused and exploded it. SLIR troops ambushed two groups of LTTE cadres at 64 Mile Post - 0645 Hours 29 July 2006. It was reported that, on an information 7 Sri Lanka Light Infantry Regiment troops ambushed two groups Of LTTE cadres at 64 Mile Post. Troops confirmed approximately 08 x LTTE cadres killed or wounded. No casualties to own troops. A person was assassinated by LTTE in Jaffna 1300 Hours on 29 July 2006. A person named Shasi Kumara (27 years) was assassinated by LTTE pistol group at Navathkuly Junction. A civilian was fired upon by a pistol group in Vavuniya 1100 Hours on 29 July 2006. A civilian named UG Dias who was working in a Beer shop at No. 158, Horowpathana Road, Vavuniya was fired upon by a pistol group (Suspected to be LTTE) and later succumbed to his injuries. 01 Claymore mine was recovered by STF personnel in Ampara 1100 Hours on 29 July 2006. STF personnel had recovered 01 x claymore mine with detonator and wire (50 meters) near post office in Arayanpadi at Batticaloa Kalmunai road. An LTTE cadre lobbed a Hand grenade at troops in Jaffna 1842 Hours on 29 July 2006. An LTTE cadre lobbed a Hand grenade at troops who were on route picket duties in general area Thirunelvely. No casualties were reported. Situation Report on 30th July 2006 LTTE exploded a claymore mine at NOCHCHIKULAM in Vavunia - 0730 Hours 30 July 2006. LTTE exploded a claymore min and fired few rounds of small arms towards route Clearing troops. 02 x Soldiers were injured due to the incident. A civilian hacked to death at KOKUVIL in Jaffna - 0800 Hours 30 July 2006 A civilian hacked to death at Nacchiaman Kovil Jaffna. The matter was informed to SLMM and Jaffna police for further investigations. Details of the deceased : Nignasharam (28 years), No: 10/26, Nacchiaman Kovil Jaffna. A dead body of a male was found closer to Coral reef in Jaffna 0530 Hours on 30 July 2006. A dead body of a male named W Thambinadan (approximately 65 years) of Kaithadi was found closer to Coral reef. Valvetihthrai police are conducting further investigations. LTTE had opened fire at 02 x civilians in Trincomalee 1145 Hours on 30 July 2006. LTTE had opened fire at 02 x civilians whilst they were coming to Muttur from Rakkuli (uncleared) area. However these civilians managed to cross over to Security Forces controlled area under terrorists fire and reported to police station Muttur. Due to the incident 01 civilian had received injures and admitted to General Hospital Trincomalee. A Claymore mine was recovered in Ampara area 1715 Hours on 30 July 2006. On an information 01 x claymore mine with the remote control and two sarong were recovered by the STF personnel in front of the Sanasa bank in general area Thalankuludah Junctio. A civilian was killed by cutting his neck in Jaffna on 30 July 2006. On an information, a civilian named Sivasubrmanium Vigneshwaram (35 years), a residence of Karantali, Karainagar who was working as store assistant of a shop located at Kankasanthurai road, Jaffna was killed by cutting his neck. It is believed that the murder had been done by the LTTE. The dead body was transferred to Karainagar police for further investigation. Situation Report on 31st July 2006 LTTE activated a remote controlled claymore mine targeting troops in Jaffna 0840 Hours on 31 July 2006. LTTE activated a remote controlled claymore mine targeting troops on route clearing duties. A soldier of 07th Vijayaba Infantry Regiment was received injuries due to the explosion. The incident was informed SLMM and Police post Kopai. 01 male shot dead by the LTTE 2000 Hours on 31st July 2006 01 x male shot dead by the LTTE in general area Urumpirai. The matter was informed to SLMM. Kopai police are conducting further investigations. A LTTE cadre hurled a hand Grenade towards the troops in Jaffna 1345 Hours on 31 July 2006. A LTTE cadre hurled a Hand grenade towards the troops who were on duty in general area Jaffna. No casualties were reported. Troops also retaliated and 01 LTTE cadre was killed on the spot. Later it was found that 03 x Hand grenade in his possession. The matter was informed to SLMM. LTTE had attacked the forwarded Defence Line in Jaffna 0520 Hours on 31 July 2006. LTTE had attacked the forward Defence Line with small arms, mortar bombs and Hans Grenade. Troops also retaliated. Exchange of fire continued till 0610 hours on 31 July 2006. No casualties were reported to own troops. LTTE had suffered casualties as per radio transmission. A person was shot dead by 02 unidentified persons in Trincomalee 1015 Hours on 31 July 2006. A person named Hewa Divage Susantha Laxman (30 years) of Trincomalee was shot dead by 02 x unidentified persons while he was playing a three wheeler in general area Love Lane. Trincomalee Police are conducting further investigations. A Home Guard was shot dead by LTTE pistol group in Trincomalee 1400 hours on 31 July 2006. A home Guard named MDG Lalith Nandasiri (22 years) was shot dead by LTTE pistol group while he was traveling in his vehicle in general area Selwanayagampuram. Uppuweli police are conducting further investigations. LTTE cadres activated a claymore mine targeting an Army bus in Trincomalee 2215 Hours on 31 July 2006. LTTE cadres activated a claymore mine targeting an Army bus carrying 17 x soldiers which was playing in between Alla Kantale & Karambagolla. Due to the explosion 15 soldiers were killed, 02 soldiers were wounded and 01 x civilians (bus driver) was killed. Soon after the incident 02 x injured soldiers were evacuated to Kantale General Hospital for further treatment and later critically injured soldier was air lifted to Colombo for further treatment. 01 x LTTE cadre was arrested by troops in Trincomalee 2030 Hours on 31 July 2006 01 LTTE cadre was arrested by the troops whilst he was attempting to snatch the weapon of a soldier who was on patrolling in General area Thorankadu. Later he was handed over to the Uppuweli Police for further investigations. A person was shot dead by an unknown gun man in Jaffna 31st Jul 2006. A person named Sivalingam Thavaruban was shot dead by unknown gun man. The matter was informed to SLMM and Jaffna police for father investigations Situation Report on 01st August 2006 A soldier was seriously injured due to explosion a terrorists Anti Personnel mine in Vavuniya 1030 Hours on 01st Aug 2006. A soldiers both legs were seriously injured due to a terrorists Anti Personnel mine explosion whilst he was on a forward Domination Patrol with other members. 01 Hand grenade was found by the Troops in general area Vavuniya 1030 Hours 01st Aug 2006. 01 x Hand grenade (without safety pin) was found by the troops in general area Vavuniya Town. Later it was exploded by the Bomb Disposal team. A person was shot dead by an unknown gunman in Trincomalee 2230 Hours 01st Aug 2006. A person named Thaleilage Nadan Geethanjana (28 years) of No. 28 Kandy road, Abeypura, Trincomalee was shot dead by an unknown gunman using T 56 weapon in general area Kinniya. Uppuweli Police is conducting further investigations. A civil person was shot dead by LTTE in Jaffna 1530 Hours on 01st Aug 2006. A civil person was named T Ravichandran (34 years ) of No 19, Ponnappah Street, Potiumadam, Jaffna was shot dead by LTTE in general area Kadirippai. The matter was informed to SLMM. 11 LTTE boats were observed by troops at Kokkutoduvai 1645 Hours 01st Aug 2006. Troops had observed that approximately 11 x LTTE boats were moving from North to South. Later at 1730 hour another flotilla comprising of nearly 21 x boats were also observed when moving from North to South. Troops engaged with 12.7 mm gun mortar bombs and arty fire. No casualties were reported. A police constable was shot dead by LTTE in Vavuniya 1810 Hours 01st Aug 2006. A police constable named ED Thilakarathna attached to the Police station of Vavuniya was shot dead by LTTE. LTTE boats were completely destroyed by Sri Lanka Navy fire in Trincomalee 1408 Hours 01st Aug 2006. At about 1408 hours whilst PS Jetliner entering to Trincomalee harbour with 855 passenger onboard. 03 numbers SBS boats deployed at Shell Bay area South of Trincomalee observed 10-15 LTTE boats. SBS units immediately engaged with enemy crafts. Fast Attack Craft escorting Jetliner also engaged with enemy crafts. LTTE turned back and beached at Soodaikuda. Fast Attack Craft pursued enemy and further engaged at Soodaikuda beach. LTTE directed heavy weapons fire towards naval harbours. PS jest line safety arrived Trincomalee harbour. 05 x Sailors killed and approximately 20 x sustained injures due to enemy arty. 03 x LTTE boats were completely destroyed by SLN fire. Subsequently Fast Attack Craft on patrol detected another cluster of boats approaching towards Trincomalee approximately 1700 hours. Sri Lanka Navy craft engaged jointly with Sri Lanka Air Force and destroyed 04 x LTTE crafts. LTTE van fled towards Kantarodai area due to troops retaliated fire. 1330 Hours ON 02nd Aug 2006. LTTE cadres who came in a white colour Hiac van opened up small arms fire towards a static point. Troops had retaliated and the van fled towards Kantarodai area. It is assumed that due to the retaliation by the troops LTTE cadres may have sustained injuries. Troops recovered 01 x Hand grenade, 01 Modified weapon and 18 x 9mm rounds at the scene. Due to the incident 04 soldiers were received injuries and admitted to Army Base Hospital Palaly. SLMM was informed Situation Report on 02nd August 2006 A group of LTTE cadres had fired few rounds of small arms at Semmanthiv in Mannar 1210 Hours on 02nd Aug 2006 A group of LTTE cadres had fired few rounds of small arms towards Police personnel whilst they were on an ablution out side of the camp. Due to the incident 01 policeman was injured. A Police constable was shot dead by LTTE at Pesalai in Mannar 1640 Hours on 02nd Aug 2006 A police constable named Samarakkodige Mahinda who went out from Pesalai police post to the nearby town was shot dead by a LTTE pistol group. LTTE launched an attack to Kaddaiparichchan Army camp 0320 Hours on 02nd Aug 2006 LTTE launched an attack to Kaddaiparichchan Army camp from eastern and northern directions with direct and indirect fire. Troops retaliated effectively and repulsed the attack and held onto their defensive positions. At 0415 hours LTTE breeched the Kaddaiparichchan Army camp and captured 5 6 bunkers on Northern flank. Artillery and Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher fire brought down on close defences were very effective. At first light troops repulsed the LTTE attack and regained control over the defences. During the confrontations 13 soldiers were injured and ground troops and transmission monitored confirmed that LTTE suffered heavy casualties. 02 LTTE cadres had activated 02 claymore mines at Koviladi in Trincomalee 0730 Hours on 02nd Aug 2006 02 LTTE cadres had activated 02 claymore mines targeting Army troops at Koviladi. Troops also retaliated with small arms. Later troops were able to recover 300 meter of flexible wire in the scene. No damages were reported. LTTE engaged Selvanagar detachment with heavy volume of indirect fire at Trincomalee 0330 Hours on 02nd Aug 2006 LTTE engaged Selvanagar detachment with heavy volume of indirect fire. Counter bombardment carried out from 130mm Alla Kantale and Monkey Bridge on identified hostile mortar positions. Troops retaliated and repulsed LTTE ground assaults causing heavy damages to LTTE. Due to the fire 01 soldier was killed and 07 soldier were injured. LTTE engaged Mahindapura check point with a direct and indirect fire at Trincomalee 0430 Hours on 02nd Aug 2006 LTTE engaged Mahindapura check point with a direct and indirect fire. Subsequently LTTE attacked and captured the Junction. Troops conducted counter attack and destroyed the LTTE and recaptured the positions. Due to the incident 01 soldier was killed and 22 soldiers were injured. LTTE had exploded a claymore mine against troops at Nilchchenai in Mannar 0835 Hours on 02nd Aug 2006 LTTE had exploded a claymore mine against troops who were on route clearing at Nilachchenai. Due to the explosion 01 soldier was killed and 01 soldier was injured. Situation Report on 03rd August 2006 A group of LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine at Parappakandal in Mannar 0655 Hours on 03rd Aug 2006 A group of LTTE cadres detonated a claymore mine against a foot patrol. Subsequently LTTE had engaged with small arms and 81 mm mortar fire. Troops immediately retaliated with 81 mm mortar and artillery. 02 soldiers were injured due to the incident. LTTE engaged Mahindapura check point with direct and indirect fire at Trincomalee 03rd Aug 2006 LTTE engaged Mahindapura check point with direct and indirect fire. Subsequently LTTE attacked and captured the junction where troops were deployed. Later troops conduct counter attack and around 1600 hours destroyed the LTTE and recaptured the positions. LTTE had detonated a claymore mine at Murunkan in Mannar 2145 Hours on 03rd Aug 2006 LTTE had detonated a claymore mine at Murunkan. Due to this explosion a vehicle belongs to the Murunkan hospital was damaged whilst injuring 02 civilians. LTTE cadres had lobbed a hand grenade at Vavuniya 1932 Hrs on 03rd Aug 2006 LTTE cadres who came on a motorcycle had lobbed a hand grenade at Saraswatee Lodge causing injuries to 2 civilians. Situation Report on 04th August 2006 A person was shot dead by unknown gunman 2100 Hours 04 Aug 2006 A person named Suresh Mark Anthony of Post office road, Akkarapattu was shot dead by an unknown gunman in Colombo. Maradana Police are conducting further investigations. A Three wheeler driver was shot dead by an unknown gunman in Dehiwala 2045 Hours 04 Aug 2006 A three wheeler driver named Gamage Don Namal Mangala Rathnayeka was shot dead by an unknown gunman at Piyarathanarama Road in Dehiwala. Dehiwala Police are conducting further investigations. A person was shot by 02 unidentified gunmen in Trincomalee- 1115 Hours 042 Aug 2006. 02 Unidentified persons had come on a motor cycle had shot a person named Wasudewan (26 years) of Sadam Nagar, Unit 09, Mollipothana while he was riding a three wheeler in general area Parakum Vilage. The victim was admitted to the Kantale Hospital for further treatment. Thampalagamuwa police are conducting further investigations. Two suspected persons with ammunitions were arrested by troops in Trincomalee 1045 Hours 04 Aug 2006. Naval troops deployed at Vellor roadblock arrested 02 suspected person who were traveling from Trincomalee Nilaweli by a foot cycle with 02 x 09 mm ammunitions and 02 cellular phone in possession. LTTE indirect fire on to the population center in Muttur 04 Aug 2006 Due to the high intensive confrontation and LTTE indirect fire on to the population centers exodus of large number of civilians from Muttur and Kattaparichchan areas were observed. When inquired from the civilian population they stated that LTTE cadres in their area were harassing and looting their belongings. Further they stated that those who have supported the military or having members in the services. Police or in the Home Guard force were assassinated at point blank. Many of the public who were leaving the area were carrying the dead bodies and injured persons along with them. Situation Report on 05th August 2006 LTTE attack to SL Air force bade in Batticaloa 0035 Hours 05th Aug 2006. LTTE attack to SL Air Force base using 81mm mortar bombs in general area Puthoor troops also retaliated. No casualties were reported to the won troops. The matter was informed to the SLMM. Troops conducted a clearing operation at Viddaltalpalai in Jaffna 1345 Hours 05th Aug 2006 On an information regarding a movement of LTTE cadres in general area Viddaltalpalai, troops conducted a clearing operation. Troops encountered a group of 05 LTTE cadres and LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards clearing troops. Due to the retaliation fire. LTTE fired towards Army personnel deployed in general area Parappakandal in Mannar 2125 Hours 05th Aug 2006 LTTE fired towards Army personnel deployed in general area Parappakandal. Due to the incident an Army sergeant was succumbed to his injuries. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade to a Police Post deployed at Pesalai in Mannar 1945 Hours 05th Aug 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade to a Police Post deployed at the Naval sector in general area Pesalai. Due to the incident 02 Police personnel were injured. Troops detected a movement of LTTE cadres at Yakawewa in Anuradhapura 1625 Hours 05th Aug 2006 Troops detected a movement of LTTE cadres while they were engaging in constructing of Forward Defence Lines in general area Yakawewa and opened up with small arms and mortars. No causalities were reported to own troops. Later troops recovered a dead body of a LTTE cadre. Situation Report on 06th August 2006 06 Unidentified bodies were recovered at 1900 hours on 06th August 2006 06 unidentified dead bodies were recovered by troops whilst conducting a search operation in general area Muttur. A civilian (33 years) assassinated by LTTE at KOPAI in Jaffna at 1330 hours on 06th August 2006 A civilian named kandaia Sudakaran (33 years) was was assassinated by LTTE gunman. The matter was informed to SLMM. Kopai Police are conducting further investigations. A civilian assassinated by LTTE at ANAIKOTTAI in Jaffna at 1730 hours on 06th August 2006 Manoharan Paatipan of Pulavalai, Anaikottai was assassinated by LTTE gunman. The matter was informed to SLMM. Manipai Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE assassinated a civilian (43 years) at PULOVI WEST in Jaffna 06th August 2006 R Mugami Udayashankar (43 years) of Madan pander, Amman Kovil, Thammbasetti was assassinated by LTTE gunman in general area Puloli west, Point Pedro Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE attacked a Police picket point at CHEDDIKULANM in Vauniya at 1745 hrs on 06th August 2006 LTTE had fired with small arms towards Police personnel who were withdrawing from route pickets deployed in general area Varikuttiuruva. Due to the incident a Police constable received minor injuries. A civilian shot and injured by unknown gunman at KOOMANKULAM in Vavuniya at 1430hours on 06th August 2006 01 x Civilian was fired upon by unknown gunman. The victim was admitted to Base Hospital Vavuniya. Vavuniya police are conducting further investigations. A soldier injured due to LTTE mortar fire at KADDAIPARICHCHAN in Trincomalee at 6th August 2006 A soldier received injures due to LTTE mortar fire at Kaddaiparichchan. A Muslim civilian gun down at MUTTUNAGAR in Trincmalee on 6th August 2006 Mohamad Meerasahibu of Muttunagar, Palampatar was shot dead by unknown gunman at Muttur Nagar junction in general area Palampatar. China bay Police are conducting further investigations. Civilian assassination at KILIVEDI in Trincomalee on 06th August 2006 A civilian named Mavanna Perumbarasa was shot dead by an unidentified gunman at Kilieddi. LTTE Artillery fire injures 02 x Police constables at TOPPUR in Trincmalee 1745 Hours on 06th August 2006 PC Lakdeen Rashdith and PC Niwaram received injuries due to LTTE artillery fire at Toppur. Injured were air lifted to Polonnaruwa Hospital. Troops engaged with suspected terrorist movement at VAKANERI in Batticaloa 2350 Hours on 06th August 2006 On an information received troops detected a terrorist movement and opened up with small arms, claymores and 81 mm mortars. No damages to own troops. Situation Report on 07th August 2006 A Police constable was assassination by LTTE cadres in Batticaloa 1130 Hours 07th Aug 2006. A police constable Wickramasinghe was assassination by LTTE cadres at Batticaloa town. Troops recovered weapons in Jaffna General area 1225 Hours 07 Aug 2006 Troops whilst on patrol, recovered 01 x T56 weapon, 01 x T56 magazine and 29 x 7.62x39 mm rounds hidden in Polysack bag on the ground at Meesalai South. LTTE terrorists exploded a side charger opposite the Tamil Vidyalaya at Digana 0445 Hours 07 Aug 2006. LTTE terrorists exploded a side charger opposite the Tamil Vidyalaya in Rajawella, Digana. Due to the explosion SSP Upul Senavirathne (Director Training STF) and his driver PCD Adikari were injured. They were admitted to Kandy Hospital and later both of them were succumbed to injuries. Theldeniya Police are conducting further investigations. A civilian was shot dead by LTTE in Batticaloa 07TH Aug 2006 On an information received from a person, on 06 Aug 2006 at 2300 hrs a civilian named Kanapathipullai Kamalanathan had been shot dead by LTTE using a small arm at Vinayagapuram. Troops were able to locate the dead body. SLMM was informed. Valaichcheni Police are conducting further investigations. A person was shot by two unidentified persons 2100 Hours on 07th Aug 2006. It was reported that a person named Mariyadas (44 years) of Mollipathana was shot dead by two unidentified persons who came in a motorcycle. Thampalagamuwa Police are conducting further investigations. Naval troops recovered weapons in Trincomalee area 07th Aug 2006 On 04 Aug 2006 at 1100 hrs, during a search operation Naval troops had recovered following items: a 01 x 12.7 T85 weapon, 02 x 12.7 ammunition boxes, 04 x T56 weapons, 01 x T 56 Light Machine Gun, 01 x Rocket Propeller Grenade Launcher. A civilian was shot dead by an unknown gunman in Jaffna on 07th Aug 2006. On 06th Aug 2006 at 1920 hrs, a civilian named Shanmugalingam Nageedan (21 years) of Kalaviyankadu, Jaffna was shot dead by an unknown gunman and one civilian named Jesdasan Clinton (28 years) of Kalaviyankadu, Jaffna was injured near Muruganmutti Kovil at Karampan. The injured civilian had been admitted to Jaffna Hospital. Situation Report on 08th August 2006 01 Civilian person was shot dead by LTTE terrorists in Batticaloa area 2300 Hours on 08 Aug 2006. 01 Civilian person had shot dead and 01 civil person received injuries due to small arms fire by LTTE in general area Vantharumoolai at 2300 hrs on 07 Aug 2006. Sri Lanka Artillery troops were able to locate the dead body in general area Vantharumoolai and the injured person had been admitted to Batticaloa Hospital by civilians. Troops have found 01 misfired k400 Hand Grenade and a T-56 ammunition in general area Vantharumoolai when the search. The matter was informed to SLMM. 02 STF personnel were killed due to the LTTE claymore mine in Ampara 1120 Hours 08 Aug 2006. 02 Special Task Force personnel were killed fur to the LTTE claymore mine explosion in general area Panangala, targeting on water bowser attached to Sastraweli camp which was providing water to Special Task Force troops and pilgrims at Okanda Devale. Un identified groups had killed a person in Batticaloa 0500 Hours 08 Aug 2006. Un identified groups had killed a person named Kandasami Kovinda (25 years) of Nagathambirasa, Kovil Road, Meeravodi suspected to be LTTE cades by using a T56 weapon in general area Karuwankerny. The dead body was taken to Valachcheni Hospital for the post mortem inquiry. Valachchenai Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 09th August 2006 LTTE had fired few small arms rounds towards Police personnel at Parappakandal in Mannar 1730 Hours on 09th August 2006. LTTE had fired few small arms rounds towards Police personnel whilst they were doing a fatigue in general area Parappakandal. 01 Police Constable was received injuries. LTTE exploded a claymore mine at Vihara Mawatha in Trincomalee 2215 Hours on 09th August 2006. LTTE exploded a claymore mine at Vihara Mawatha near Jayasumanarama Temple in general area Trincomalee targeting Naval troops. No damages were reported to own troops. Army troops attacked on an enemy tractor at Verugal in Trincomalee 0745 Hours on 09th August 2006. It was reported that troops of Army attacked on an enemy tractor in general area Verugal. Due to the attack 04 LTTE cadres killed and 01 T 56 weapon recovered. Situation Report on 10th August 2006 Army troops assault towards Western anicut at Mavilaru in Trincomalee 0445 hours on 10th August 2006. Army troops assault towards Western anicut. Troops cleared Western anicut and progressed towards anicut and bund road junction 50 meters short of Eastern anicut. Heavy resistance with accurate indirect fire including 122mm encountered. Due to continues terrorists indirect fire own troops fell back to Western anicut. Troops holding anicut and consolidating towards West. Due to the incident 09 soldiers were killed. PLOTE member named Thalaimuttusiva was fired and injured at Kovilkulam in Vavuniya 1645 Hours on 10th August 2006. PLOTE member named Thalaimuttusiva was fired and injured by an unidentified gunman in general area Kovilkulam. He was admitted by Vavuniya Hospital. LTTE shot and injured a Policeman at Kattankudy in Batticaloa 1015 Hours on 10th August 2006 LTTE shot and injured a Policeman in general area Kattankudy. The injured Policeman was admitted to Batticaloa Hospital. An improvised explosive device had been activated by LTTE at Thalayalai in Jaffna 1300 Hours on 10th August 2006. When the troops occupy the picket point improvised explosive device had been activated which was hidden inside the sandy polysack bags. Due to the explosion 01 soldier was killed and 02 soldiers were injured. A chilled had been abducted at Vinayagapuram in Batticaloa 2000 Hours on 10th August 2006 A chilled named Thevarasa Thuruharan (15 years) of Vinayagapuram, No 04, Valaichchenai had been abducted by an unknown group (suspected to be LTTE) while he was in his residence. Situation Report on 11th August 2006 LTTE shot dead 01 male at Atchuveli West in Jaffna - 1115 Hours on 11th August 2006 LTTE shot dead 01 male named S Udayakanthan of Selvanayagapuram, Atchuvely at approximately 800 meters South of Pattameni junction along Atchuveli Tholakaddy road. The matter was informed to SLMM LTTE shot dead a male at Kovlkulam in Vavuniya 1300 Hours on 11th August 2006 A person named Sharmalingam Yogeshwaran of Horowpothana road. Walankada has been shot dead by an unidentified gunman (believed to be LTTE) who came on a motorcycle at general area Kovlkulam. A former EPDP member has been shot dead at Ukkulankulam in Vavuniya 1315 Hours on 11th August 2006 A former EPDP member named Subachandrabos Suwandan (26 years) of No. 44, 6th Lane, Weppankulam has been shot dead by an unidentified gunman (believed to be LTTE). An unknown group had abducted a chilled at Kiran in Batticaloa 1030 Hours on 11th August 2006 An unknown group (suspected to be LTTE) had abducted a chilled named Nisantham Nimalendram (14 years) of No 31, Weskawes road, Palachcholai, Vantharamoolai, while he was at his residence. Grenade explosion took place at Pesalai in Mannar on 11th August 2006 Grenade explosion took place at Pesalai town and 03 civilians were injured due to the explosion. FDL in general area Muhamalai and Kilaly came under heavy artillery and mortar fire on 11th August 2006 Forward Defence Line in general area Muhamalai and Kilaly came under heavy artillery and mortar fire by LTTE terrorists. Due to the fire 25 soldiers have been injured. Situation Report on 12th August 2006 LTTE terrorists were attacked to STF foot patrol at Mahaoya in Ampara 1000 Hours on 12th August 2006 STF troops on foot patrol from STF camp Tampitiya were attacked by a group of LTTE terrorist at Kohilaela area. Troops also retaliated and later recovered a dead body of a LTTE terrorist, a hand grenade and a cyanide capsule. 01 Soldier killed and 04 other soldiers injured at MANDATHIVU ISLAND in Jaffna - at 1700 hours on 12th August 2006 01 x soldier was killed and 04 x soldiers were injured whilst they were on a clearing operation in general area MANDATHIVU Island. 03 x injured soldiers were evacuated to Army Base Hospital PALALY. LTTE abducted and killed a civilian at TIRUKKOVIL in Ampra at 1400 hrs on 12 August 2006 A person named Seetharam Dayabaran (22 years) of Nawaladi Road, Thambiadi, TIRUKKOVIL was abducted and shot dead by an unidentified group (suspected to be LTTE ). TIRUKKOVIL Police are conducting further investigations. 01 x soldier was killed due to the LTTE terrorists attack in Jaffna at 1700 hrs on 12 August 2006. 01 x soldier was killed and 04 x soldiers were injured whilst they were on a clearing operation in general area MANDATHIVU Island. 03 x injured soldiers were evacuated to Army Base Hospital PALALY whilst admitting other to 51 Division Main Dressing Station. The LTTE terrorists attacks were successfully repulsed by troops in JAFFNA - on 12 August 2006. LTTE attacks carried out with artillery / mortar and small arms in order to capture MANDAITIVE / KAYTS Islands. The attacks were successfully repulsed by the troops and established the normalcy. Due to these attacks 01 x soldier was killed and 04 x soldiers had received injured. Following items were also recovered and handed over to Naval detachment KAYTS: a. 01 x Light Machine Gun. b. 01 x 60mm Mortar. c. 01 x 40mm Rocket Propeller Grenade 7. d. 04 x Packs. e. 02 x LTTE ID Cards. Troops had detected a flotilla of LTTE boats in JAFFNA at 1945 hours on 12th Aug 2006. Troops of 3rd Gajaba Regiment had detected a flotilla of LTTE boats moving along the lagoon towards Crow Island.The troops had effectively engaged with mortar fire. Due to the mortar fire the boats were disappeared. LTTE terrorists had fired towards Malesandi Detachment on 11th Aug 2006. LTTE terrorists had fired approx 06 rounds from a T 56 weapon towards Malesandi Detachment. Later the troops rushed to the scene and recovered 01 T56 weapon along with 6 x 7.62 x 39 Ammo, 08 x T56 empty cases which was left behind by the fire. Situation Report on 13th August 2006 LTTE attacked STF troops at Manddor in Ampara at 0530 hrs on 13 Aug 2006 LTTE had launched an attack towards a STF camp located in general area MANDOOR. During a search operation conducted by STF troops had recovered 03 x T 56 weapons and 02 x Night Visions LTTE attacked troops at SANTHIVELY in Batticaloa - at 0600 hrs on 13 Aug 2006 LTTE fired with small arms towards the troops who were returning back to a static point from an ambush site in general area SANTHIVELY. Due to the incident 01 x soldier was received minor injuries and admitted to POLONNARUWA Hospital. 02 x Civilians injured due to LTTE mortar fire at Upparu -1355 hrs on 13 Aug 2006 LTTE launched 81mm mortar fire towards the troops in general area UPPARU. No casualties were reported to own troops. Later LTTE launched another attack with 81mm mortars on to the same location at around 1540 hours. Due to the incident 02 x civilians were received injuries and admitted to TRINCOMALEE and KINNIYA Hospital. WATTALA Police had taken 02 x LTTE suspects into custody at Wattala -0900 Hrs on 13th Aug 2006 WATTALA Police had taken 02 x LTTE suspects into custody along with a Lorry (No. 42 - 1947). While proceeding with the investigations, the suspects attempted to commit suicide by swallowing cyanide capsules. 01 x suspect named Rajasingham Kugan had died and the other named Devaraja Shivaparan was admitted to RAGAMA Hospital. Subsequently Police had searched the lorry with the assistance of the Army Bomb Disposal Team and recovered following items: a. 08 x Claymore mines along with tri pods. b. 01 x Magnetic Bomb. c. 15 x Hand Grenades. d. 02 x T 56 weapons. e. 03 x T 56 Magazines. f. 325 x 7.62x39 ammunition. g. 01 x Micro pistol with 150 x ammunition. h. 02 x Cyanide capsules. i. 01 x Remote controller with 03 x receiver. j. 01 x GPS. k. 03 x Explosive boosters. l. 01 x 9mm Pistol with magazine (locally made). Troops managed to recapture the Entry/Exit Point MUHAMALA - 0700 Hrs on 13th Aug 2006. 553 Brigade troops commenced recapturing of Entry/Exit Point - MUHAMALAI with Commandos and Armrour. Troops experienced heavy resistance and repulsed counter attacks. Troops managed to recapture the Entry/Exit Point MUHAMALAI by 1800 hours. The Eastern flank from the bunker No. 7 Southern Forward Defence Line has not been recaptured and the 516 Brigade troops are deployed on the counter penintation line. LTTE launched an attack on the Southern FDL in Jaffna 1145 Hrs on 13th Aug 2006. LTTE launched an attack on the Southern Forward Defence Lines on 551 Brigade at 1145 hrs with artillery, mortar and small arms. Troops successfully retaliated. Troops suffered following casualties from 2000 hours on 12 August 2006 to 1200 hours on 13 August 2006. 02 x officers and 43 soldiers were killed and 06 x officers and 147 x soldiers were received injuries. 02 x BMPs were damaged due to Rocket Propller Grenade and artillery fire. Later troops recovered 45 x LTTE dead bodies from KILALY lagoon area. Many LTTE dead bodies were observed in Entry/Exit Point - MUHAMALAI area. 02 x claymore mines were recovered by Police in Avaranthulava -1000 Hrs on 13th Aug 2006. 02 x claymore mines were recovered by Police personnel deployed in AVARANTHULAVA Police post and defused subsequently. Investigations are in progress. 02 x civilians were received injuries due to LTTE attack in TRINCOMALEE 0335 Hrs on 13th Aug 2006. LTTE launched 81mm mortar fire towards the troops in general area UPPARU. No casualties were reported to own troops. Later LTTE launched another attack with 81mm mortars on to the same location at around 1540 hours. Due to the incident 02 x civilians were received injuries and admitted to TRINCOMALEE and KINNIYA Hospital. LTTE had fired towards the troops in Batticaloa area 0600 Hours on 13th Aug 2006. LTTE had fired small arms towards the troops who were returning back to a static point from an ambush site in general area SANTHIVELY. Due to the incident 01 x soldier was received minor injuries and admitted to POLONNARUWA Hospital. LTTE had abducted a 17 years old person in Ampara at 13th Hours on 13th Aug 2006. LTTE had abducted a person named Samitambi Mohandas (17 years) of Periyakulam Phathkad while he was at his residence. Later his dead body was found in PANAMA area. AKKARAIPATTU Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE had launched an attack towards a STF camp in Ampara 0530 Hours on 13th Aug 2006. LTTE had launched an attack towards a STF camp located in general area MANDOOR. During a search operation conducted by STF troops had recovered 03 x T 56 weapons and 02 x Night Visions. A person was shot dead by an unidentified group in Ampara 1400 Hours on 13 Aug 2006. On 12 August 2006 at 1400 hrs, a person named Seetharam Dayabaran (22 years) of Nawaladi Road, Thambiadi, TIRUKKOVIL was abducted and shot dead by an unidentified group (suspected to be LTTE ). TIRUKKOVIL Police are conducting further investigations. Indian fishing trawlers were observed by the Naval troops in Mannar - 0600 Hrs on 13 Aug 2006. Approximately 150 - 200 Indian fishing trawlers were observed by the Naval troops and chased away from Sri Lankan waters. STF troops recovered Military equipment in Ampara area 1100 Hrs on 13th Aug 2006. A side charger, a roll of wire and 02 x batteries (9V) were recovered by the STF troops who were on route clearing duties closer to old LTTE office in general area KALAWANCHIKUDY. Situation Report on 14th August 2006 An explosion took place the University of Jaffna 1230 Hours on 14th August 2006 An explosion took place inside the Balasinghma Hall at the University of Jaffna. 02 x civilians have been injured due to the explosion. Details of the victims are not known. Civilians around the area revealed that 02 x unknown men had hurled a hand grenade and fled towards JAFFNA. However troops deployed near by revealed that the explosion was much higher than a hand grenade. A claymore mine was exploded at Kollupitiya in Colombo 1310 Hours on 14th August 2006 A claymore mine fixed in a Three Wheeler was exploded in front of Penta Costa Saba Church at No. 43, Ananda Kumaraswami Mawatha, targeting the Pakistan High Commissioner. Due to the explosion 04 x soldiers and 03 x civilians were killed. 12 x persons were injured and admitted to General Hospital - Colombo. Kollupitiya Police are conducting further investigations. 01 x civilian was shot and wounded by LTTE terrorists Marathadi in Jaffna -at 1145 HRS on 14th August 2006 01 x civilian was shot and wounded by LTTE terrorists. Later the injured civilian was evacuated to the JAFFNA hospital by the residents in the area.The matter was informed to SLMM and JAFFNA Police Station. LTTE artillery fire at Varany in Jaffna - at 1700 HRS on 14th August 2006 LTTE fired Artillery towards Headquarters - 52 Division, 522 Brigade area and Artillery gun position located at Varany. Troops also retaliated by firing Artillery towards suspected LTTE gun position in general area Pooneryn. LTTE had killed 02 x unidentified males at Urumpirai in Jaffna On 14th August 2006 LTTE had killed 02 x unidentified males at URUMPIRAI. The matter was informed to SLMM - JAFFNA. Troops recovered 01 x two band radios at Jaffna town On 14th August 2006 On an information from the JAFFNA Teaching hospital,troops recovered 01 x two band radio at the Bicycle park. Later the radio set was exploded by the Bomb Disposal Team. LTTE terrorists killed a solider at Inuvil in Jaffna -at 1400 HRS on 14th August 2006 LTTE terrorists fired at a troop movement and killed a solider. The matter was informed to SLMM and JAFFNA Police Station. LTTE artillery fire injures a solider at Nagarkovil in Jaffna - On 14th August 2006 A soldier was received injuries due to LTTE Artillery and mortar gun fire and evacuated to Army Base Hospital - PALALY. LTTE fire at troops at Chirukkandal in Mannar - at 0740 HRS on 14th August 2006 LTTE terrorists fired 40 mm Grenade Launcher and small arms at troops. Troops also retaliated immediately with mortars and small arms. no casualties were reported by Own troops. Troops encountered LTTE Artillery, Mortar fire at Mavilaru in Trincomalee - at 1100 HRS on 14th August 2006 Troops cleared and progressed up to Y junction on Tank Bund road from Eastern approach. Troops encountered LTTE Arty, mortar and small arms fire. LTTE Arty and mortar location were detected by troops and neutralized by counter fire. 13 x soldiers were injured due to the incident. Two LTTE cadres surrendered to SL Forces at Neelapola in Trincomalee - at 1325 HRS on 14th August 2006 02 x LTTE cadres surrendered to NEELAPOLA detachment. Interrogations are in progress. Details of the surrendered persons are as follows: a. Name - Dewindran Udayawanam, Name - Kandasami Kamalarajan. LTTE attacked a Police post at Chenkalady in Batticaloa - at 1930 HRS on 14th August 2006 An unknown group (suspected to be LTTE) had thrown a hand grenade and fired few shots towards CHENKALADY Police Post. 01 x Police Sergeant received minor injuries due to the hand grenade explosion and admitted to BATTICALOA hospital. ERAVUR Police are conducting further investigations. A female was admitted to the General Hospital in Batticaloa 2300 Hours on 14th Aug 2006 A female named Manjuladevi Moorthi was admitted to the Batticaloa Hospital with gun shot injuries. In her statement to the Police, she had stated that a LTTE gunman fired at her while she was at her resident. ERAVUR Police are conducting further investigations Situation Report on 15th August 2006 Troops recovered Military equipment in Jaffna on 15th Aug 2006 Troops had conducted a clearing operation in general area KAYTS and recovered following items: a. 03 x Claymore Mines. b. 01 x Anti Tank Mine. c. 03 x Anti Personal Mines. d. 11 x Detonators. e. 13 x Sensors. f. 05 x Chargers g. 03 x Battery Packs. h. 01 x Remote Control. i. 01 x Video Cassette. A civilian was killed by a LTTE gunman in JAFFNA - 1235 Hrs on 15th Aug 2006 A civilian named S Baskaran was killed by a LTTE gunman in general area PUTTUR. SLMM was informed. 02 x civilians were killed by a LTTE gunman in Jaffna 1235 Hrs on 15th Aug 2006. 02 x civilians named Sinnaiyah Sivasankar and Parankaman were killed by a LTTE gunman in general area KOKUVIL. SLMM was informed. 01 x Anti Tank mine and 01 x Claymore mine were recovered by the troops at JAFFNA Town - 1755 Hrs on 15th Aug 2006. 01 x Anti Tank mine and 01 x Claymore mine were recovered by the troops at JAFFNA Town. Later the Anti Tank mine was defused by the Bomb Disposal Team. Officer and 02 x soldiers received injuries due to the LTTE mortar fire in JAFFNA - 2245 Hrs on 15th Aug 2006. 01 x officer and 02 x soldiers received injuries due to the LTTE mortar fire in general area NAGARKOVIL. Troops are continuously consolidating their present positions - JAFFNA at 0900 Hrs on 15th Aug 2006. Troops are continuously consolidating their present positions. LTTE fired with artillery, mortar and small arms intermittently onto Security Forces Forward Defence Lines. Troops also retaliated. Troops suffered following casualties during the period from 2000 hrs on 14 August 2006 to 0900 hrs on 15 August 2006. 02 x soldiers were killed and 16 x soldiers were injured. 46 x LTTE dead bodies (8 x male and 38 x female) were buried by the troops on 14 August 2006. LTTE fired with Artillery, Mortar, and RPG towards the FDL in Jaffna 0900 hours on 15 Aug 2006. LTTE fired with Artillery, Mortar, Rocket Propeller Grenades and small arms towards the Forward Defence Lines of 551 Brigade. Troops also retaliated. Troops suffered following casualties during the period 0900 hours - 2000 hrs on 15 August 2006. 01 x soldier was killed, 09 x soldiers and 02 x civil workers of Army received injuries. STF recovered LTTE body with Military equipment in Mannar 0615 Hours on 15th Aug 2006. STF had searched the area and recovered a LTTE dead body identified as Arumugamvetta Veli with following items: a. 01 x T 56 weapon b. 04 x Magazines. c. 98 x 7.62x39mm rounds Troops encountered LTTE Improvised Explosive Devices IN Trincomalee 1700 Hours on 15th Aug 2006. Troops of Special Forces and 8 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment had advanced along the tank bund and linked with 6 Vijayabahu Infantry troops. During the advance troops encountered LTTE Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) and Anti Personal (AP) Mines. 01 x soldier belongs to 6 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment had received injuries due to an Anti Personal Mine explosion. Engineer Troops had defused 01 x IED (approximately 80 Kg) and demined 51 AP Mines. Troops had found an unidentified decomposed dead body in MEERAVODAI - 1245 Hrs on 15th Aug 2006. On information received from civilians, troops had found an unidentified decomposed dead body in MEERAVODAI lagoon. VALAICHCHENAI Police are conducting further investigations. 01 Police Constable and 09 x Muslim civilians were received injuries in Batticaloa 0910 Hours on 15th Aug 2006. LTTE had lobbed a hand grenade towards ODDAMAVADI Market. Due to the incident 01 x Police Constable and 09 x Muslim civilians were received injuries. 04 x persons who had received minor injuries had admitted to MANCHOLAI Hospital and other 06 x persons including Police Constable were admitted to VALAICHCHENAI Hospital and thereafter transferred to General Hospital BATTICALOA for further treatments. VALAICHCHENAI Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE had fired a sniper shot targeting the troops in Batticaloa 0620 Hours on 15th Aug 2006. LTTE had fired a sniper shot targeting the troops while they were clearing Santhiveli boats point area. Due to the incident a soldier named S/14Q01646 Private Sarath Kumara HM was received minor injuries and admitted to Polonnaruwa Hospital. A civilian was shot and injured by LTTE gunman in Polonnaruwa 1950 Hours on 15th Aug 2006 A civilian named Indika Krishantha Gunarathne was shot and injured by LTTE gunman in general area MAHASENPURA. He was admitted to POLONNARUWA Hospital. WELIKANDA Police are conducting further investigations. Naval troops conducted a cordon and search operation in Puttalama area on 15th Aug 2006 Naval troops conducted a cordon and search operation in general area PALUGAHATHURAI and recovered the following: a. 01 x Pair of Boots (Black Rubber). b. 01 x Rocket Propeller Grenade (disposable). Police had recovered a male dead body with gunshot injuries in Batticaloa area on 15th Aug 2006. On information KATTANKUDI Police had recovered a male dead body with gunshot injuries at Sea Road, PUNACHCHIMUNAI. The deceased was identified as S. Silawan Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 16th August 2006 01 x suspected person was arrested by the troops at Kollupitiya 0050 Hrs on 16th Aug 2006. 01 x suspected person named Selvanadan Navindraraj of 28/33, 5th Lane, KOLLUPITIYA was arrested by the troops with followings in general area KOLLUPITIYA and handed over to KOLLUPITIYA Police for further investigations. The following items were recovered: a. 04 x LTTE passes b. LTTE pass applications c. 03 x 45 liters empty cans d. A large number of bolt nuts e. A Van (No. 56 - 8022) LTTE had fired arty towards Division Headquarters and Brigade Headquarters at Kodikamam in Jaffna 16th Aug 2006. LTTE had fired arty towards Division Headquarters and Brigade Headquarters located at Kodikamam and Maseri area. 05 civilians got severe injuries due to the arty fire in Maseri area and evacuated to the Manthikai Hospital 02 sailors were received injuries due to the LTTE confrontation at Salliya Sambaltivu in Trincomalee 2325 Hrs on 16th Aug 2006. 02 sailors were received injuries due to the LTTE confrontation in general area Salliya Sambaltivu. The victims were admitted to Naval Hospital and 01 sailor was succumbed to his injuries on the admission to the hospital. LTTE cadres had opened fired at Akkarapattu in Ampara 1215 Hrs on 16th Aug 2006. LTTE cadres had opened fired at a Special Task Force foot patrol. Troops also retaliated. Later they searched the area and recovered 03 LTTE dead bodies and 03 Hand Grenades. Situation report on 17th August 2006 A soldier died due to LTTE sniper attack in Jaffna 0710 Hours on 17th Aug 2006. A soldier named Ranil Kumara KA of 4 Gajaba regiment died due to LTTE sniper attack. 01 x soldier received injuries due to a detonator explosion in Jaffna area 0700 Hours 17th Aug 2006. 01 x soldier received injuries due to a detonator explosion in general area KOYLAKKANDI. Later the injured soldier was evacuated to Army Base Hospital PALALY. LTTE had launched a heavy arms attack forward the FDL in Jaffna on 17th Aug 2006 LTTE had launched a heavy Artillery, Mortars and Small arms attack towards the Western most corner of the Southern Forward Defence Lines of 553 Brigade. This was developed into a high intensity battle with 04 x Waves of assaults supported by 15 20 Sea Tiger boats. 04 x bunkers located in the Southern Forward Defence Lines and 08 x bunkers on the Western Edge were captured by the terrorist during these assaults. Troops managed to disrupt all attacks and recaptured those bunkers whilst inflicting heavy casualties. Many dead bodies of the LTTE cadres were found in the area. Effective Amour, Artillery, and Machine Gun fire prevented Sea Tigers from achieving any success from their assaults. Due to the confrontation 03 x officers and 10 x soldiers were killed and 07 x officers and 76 x soldiers injured. A protest campaign backed by the LTTE was conducted in Mannar on 17th Aug 2006. A protest campaign backed by the LTTE was conducted by the civilians in general area MURUNKAN and MANNAR town against the Air Strikes. Shops and Government establishments were closed in the both towns. Public transports were also not functioned. LTTE had fired at a tractor carrying civil persons in Trincomalee - 1850 Hours 17th Aug 2006 LTTE had fired at a tractor (bearing No. GZ 2145) carrying civil persons. 02 x civilians named Wiramuttu Ponnambalam (58 years) and Aiyaguparamaneki (48 years) had died and 01 x civilian named Marimuttu Mohanasundam (38 years) received injuries due to the incident.The wounded person was admitted to General Hospital ANURADHAPURA for further treatments. MORAWEWA Police are conducting further LTTE had hurled 03 x hand grenades towards a Static Point in Trincomalee area on 17th Aug 20063 LTTE had hurled 03 x hand grenades towards a Static Point located in general area 5 th Mile Post. Due to the explosion 02 x soldiers named Private Susil Gamini of 11 Gajaba regiment and Lance Corporal Prasanna YGD of 8 Sri Lanka Light Infantry, 02 x home guard named UP Sunil Shantha and TP Guruwansa Susantha including 02 x civilians (a male and a female) received injuries. Casualties were evacuated to Main Dressing Station 22 Division whilst admitting the civil casualties to the General Hospital TRINCOMALEE for further treatments. An LTTE cadre surrendered to the troops in Polonnaruwa 1200 Hours on 17th Aug 2006 An LTTE cadre (13 years) of Selvanagapuram TRINCOMALEE surrendered to the troops deployed in general area KADJUWATTA. 231 Brigade Headquarters is conducting further investigations. A civilian complained to the troops that he was beaten by the LTTE at 1200 Hours on 17th Aug 2006 A civilian named (33 years) complained to the troops deployed at Sittandy camp that he was beaten by the LTTE since he had refused to give his child (14 years) to LTTE. This matter has also been informed to the ICRC. 01 x hand grenade was found by the Police in Batticaloa 1310 Hours on 17th Aug 2006 01 x hand grenade was found by the Police in front of the KALLIYANKADU Food Stores. Later it was exploded by the STF Bomb Disposal team. LTTE pistol group cadres had fired towards a house belongs to an Ex LTTE cadre in Batticaloa at 2130 Hours on 17th Aug 2006 LTTE pistol group cadres had fired towards a house belongs to an Ex LTTE cadre located in general area Mawadivembu. Due to the fire a child named Nilushan (1 Years) was killed and the Ex LTTE cadre (20 years) and his wife (18 years) were received injuries. The injured persons were admitted to Chenkalady Hospital and later transferred to General Hospital BATTICALOA. This incident was informed to Mawadivembu Detachment by the civilian at 0730 Hours on 17 August 2006 and troops rushed to location and found the dead body of the Child. Preliminary investigation revealed that the Ex LTTE cadre had been fired upon due to his repusal to join the LTTE. The matter was informed to SLMM. Eravur Police are conducting further investigations. Naval Detachment KILALY came under a sudden LTTE mortar fire at Kilaly at 1750 Hours on 17th Aug 2006. Naval Detachment KILALY came under a sudden LTTE mortar fire followed by Machine Gun fire from a cluster of LTTE boats consisting of 10 13 . Naval troops also retaliated and repulsed the attack inflicting heavy damages to the LTTE and their boats. Due to the incident 02 x sailors named Leading Seaman DMHS Dissanayake Able Seaman Dharmadasa sustained minor injuries. LTTE had fired heavy volume Machine Gun towards road block in Trincomalee at 2050 Hours on 16th Aug 2006. On 16 August 2006 at 2050 Hrs, LTTE had fired heavy volume of Machine Gun / Mortars fire towards SALLI SAMABALATIVU road block. Naval Troops also retaliated and Enemy withdrew towards PERIYAKULAM area. Due to the incident 01 x sailor named Able Patrolman GRA Kumara was killed and another sailor named Leading Patrolman DSS Nethikumara got injured. Situation Report on 18th August 2006. Troops commenced recapturing the Northern part of the Muhamalai FDL 0605 Hours on 18th Aug 2006. Troops commenced recapturing the Northern part of the MUHAMALAI Forward Defence Lines. Troops of 4 and 6 Gajaba Regiment and 5 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment commenced recapturing the bunkers Brigade area. At 1300 hours amidst heavy resistance troops managed to linkup the bunker line including the bunkers across the A-9 road at Muhamalai. At 1400 hours LTTE supported by heavy artillery and mortar fire assaulted the forward most bunkers. As a result troops were forced back to occupy a U shape Counter Penetration Position linking with 4 Gajaba Regiment at Bunker No. 100 from the North and with 9 Gemunu Watch at bunker No. 29 from the South. Presently troops are consolidating their positions. 04 x officers and 24 x soldier killed and 07 x officers and 170 x soldiers received injuries due to the confrontation. A soldier was received injuries due to an explosion of Anti Personnel in Jaffna 1845 Hours on 18th Aug 2006 A soldier was received injuries due to an explosion of Anti Personnel Mine while he was renovating a bunker in general area Nagarkovil. Injured soldier was evacuated to Army Base hospital Palaly for treatments. 01 x Police constable was killed in Vavuniya 1435 Hours on 18th Aug 2006. A group of LTTE who came in a Three-wheeler fired at Police persons were in picket duties in general area Sivapuram. Due to the fire 01 x Police constable was killed. Police investigations are in progress. A bomb was defused by the Bomb Disposal team in Vavuniya 1010 Hours on 18th Aug 2006 A hand grenade was recovered by the troops in general area Poonthottam and was exploded by the Bomb Disposal team of 211 Brigade Headquarter. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade to PLOTE Political office in Vavuniya 2220 Hours on 18th Aug 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade to PLOTE Political office and no damages were reported. Police investigations are in progress. A Police constable was shot dead by LTTE in Ampara - on 18th Aug 2006 A Police constable S Wijenayake of Akkaraipattu Police station was shot dead by LTTE in general area Thirukkovil. Thirukkovil Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE fired towards Muttur Naval Detachment in Trincomalee 1735 Hours on 18th Aug 2006. LTTE fired towards Muttur Naval Detachment from West of Kadakarachchani area using small arms. Own troops retaliated in self defence and no damages were reported to own troops. The matter was informed to SLMM. Situation report on 19th August 2006 LTTE fired artillery and mortar at Killaly and Muhamalai in Jaffna 1930 Hrs on 19th Aug 2006 LTTE fired artillery and mortar at Forward Defence Line of 516 Brigade and 553 Brigade. 01 Soldier was killed and 01 Officer and 18 soldiers were injured due to the artillery and mortar attacks LTTE fired artillery and mortars at Muhamalai in Jaffna 2100 Hrs on 19th Aug 2006 LTTE fired artillery and mortars at the Forward Defence Line of 516 Brigadein Muhamalai. Troops also retaliated and 02 soldiers were killed and 05 soldiers received injuries due to the artillery and mortars attack. LTTE fired towards an Observation Post at Kinniady in Batticaloa 1620 Hrs 19th Aug 2006. LTTE fired towards an Observation Post from distance away by using small arms at general area Kinniady. S soldier was received minor injuries due to the attack. Situation report on 20th Aug 2006 A soldier who was reported missing was found dead in Jaffna on 20 Aug 2006 A soldier was reported missing was found dead in general area Muhumalai on 19th August 2006. A person reported that that his three children were abducted by the LTTE in Jaffna on 20th August 2006 A person in Pungudathivu reported that his three children were abducted by the LTTE at 2200 hours on 20tj August 2006. A Tamil person was shot dead by an unknown gunman in Trincomalee at 1125 hours on 20th August 2006 A Tamil person was shot dead by an unknown gunman in general area Trincomalee. Harbour police are conducting further investigations. An LTTE cadre lobbed a hand grenade in Jaffna at 1215 hours on 20th August An LTTE cadre had lobbed a hand grenade to the picket point which is located at Puloly West. Troops also retaliated with small arms and no casualties or damages were reported to own troops. Terrorist fired Artillery and Mortars in Jaffna on 20th August Terrorist fired artillery and mortars to the forward defence line of 516 brigade and 553 brigade intermittently. 05 soldiers received minor injuries due to the incident. Weapons ware recovered by troops in Jaffna 20th Aug 2006 Troops recovered undermentioned items whilst conducting a Cordon and Search Operation in general area Ssravani and Velani. a. 18 x 82 mm Mortar bombs b. 33 x 82 mm Mortar bombs fuse c. 15 x 82 mm Mortar bombs cartridges d. 44 x Fuse (improvised) grenade Situation report on 21st August 2006 Troops found Military equipment in Jaffna - at 1700 hours on 21 Aug 2006 Troops found 01 x Anti Tank mine, 01 x Hand Grenade and 03 x 120 mm mortar bombs in general area Thanankilappu. Later these items were destroyed by Bomb Disposal Team. LTTE terrorists attacked to Vavunatheevu detachment - at 2300 hours on 21 Aug 2006 LTTE had attacked to Vavunatheevu detachment by using 81 mm mortars (around 15 rounds). Troops also retaliated by using 81 mm mortars and artillery. Fire lasted about 30 minutes. No casualties were reported to own troops. SLMM was informed. A soldier had received injuries due to LTTE attack in Jaffna - at 2152 Hours on 21 Aug 2006 A soldier named Sisira Kumara had received injuries due to LTTE mortar fire at Muhamalai and admitted to Army Base Hospital Palaly. Situation report on 22nd August 2006 A soldier was received injured due to LTTE attack in Jaffna - at 0345 hours on 22 Aug 2006 A soldier named Keerthi was received injures to his hand due to LTTE mortar fire and admitted to Advanced Dressing Station Muhamalai. Terrorists had fired a soldier in Trincomalee - At 1200 hours on 22 Aug 2006 Terrorists had fired at a soldier named Senarath Bandara who manning an Observation Post. The Soldier received injuries to his right leg due to the fire and evacuated to Advance Dressing Station Kokkutuduvau. 03 soldiers were injured due to RPG attack in Jaffna - at 1730 hours on 22 Aug 2006. 03 Soldiers were injured due to terrorists Rocket Propelled Grenade attack. Casualties were evacuated to Army Base Hospital - Palaly. Situation report on 23rd August 2006 02 soldier received injures due to grenade explosion in Jaffna Kithady - at 0720 hours on 23 Aug 2006. 02 Soldier received injures due to an explosion of 40 mm grenade launcher bomb which was found closer to a well. 01 soldier received injuries due to LTTE attack in Jaffna - at 1340 hours on 23 Aug 2006 01 Soldier named Upul Priyantha received injuries due to LTTE mortar attack at general area Muhamalai. The injured soldier was admitted to Army Base Hospital - Palaly. LTTE terrorists fire troops using mortar and small arms in Batticaloa - 1610 hours 23 Aug 2006 Troops manning an Observation Post ahead of Vavunative detachment came under attack by LTTE terrorists using mortars and small arms fire. 01 Soldier named Wijerathna was killed due to the incident. Troops also retaliated with 81 mm mortars and 122 mm Artillery. The matter was informed to SLMM. Police had recovered Hand Grenade in Anuradapura - at 1300 Hours on 23 Aug 2006 Anuradhapura Police had recovered 01 Hand Grenade and it was defused by the Bomb Disposal team of Sub Area Headquarters Anuradhapura. LTTE gunmen had fired at Police personal in Vavuniya - at 1320 hours 23 Aug 2006 An LTTE gunman had fired at Police personal who were on picket duties in general areas Salambaikulam. 01 Policeman and 01 civilian sustained injuries due to the incident. Casualties were evacuated to Vavuniya Base Hospital. A people was killed by an unknown person in Trincomalee - at 1545 hours on 23 Aug 2006 People named Prabhakaran (35 years) of Kinniya was killed by an unknown person, Trincomalee Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE terrorists had activated a claymore mine in Batticaloa - at 2000 Hours on 23 Aug 2006 LTTE had activated a claymore mine and fired small arms towards a Police foot patrol at a distance of 150 meters away from the Valachchenai Police station. 02 Police constables had received injures due to the incident. Troops rushed to the location immediately and searched area. Later the casualties were evacuated to Valachchenai Hospital and thereafter to the Polonnaruwa General Hospital. During the search, troops were able to recover 20 metres length of flexible wire. Valachchenai Police are conducting further investigations. A civilian was killed by LTTE pistol group in Jaffna - at 1130 hours on 23 Aug 2006 A civilian named Balasingham (41 year) of Kottady, Jaffna was killed by LTTE pistol group. The matter was informed to SLMM - Jaffna. 01 Person was killed by unknown person in Trincomalee -at 0845 Hours on 24 Aug 2006 01 person named Lenin perera (46 years) of Trincomalee was shot and killed by unknown person at general area Thorankadu. Uppuweli Police are conducting further investigations. Troops found military equipment in Batticaloa - at 1315 Hours on 24 Aug 2006. Troops on a foot patrol found 01 old hand grenade and 01 old 40mm round at general area Jayapura. Situation report on 24th August 2006 LTTE had fired toward the Listening Post in Batticaloa - at 0510 hours on 24 Aug 2006 LTTE had fired toward the Listening Post deployed at general area Vantharumoolai. Due to the attack a soldier named Wijekoon received gunshot injures to his left leg. Casualty was evacuated to Advance Dressing Station and later transferred to General Hospital Polonnaruwa. 02 Civilians had sustained injures due to a grenade explosion in Vavuniya - at 1730 hours on 24 Aug 2006 02 Civilians had sustained injures due to a grenade explosion thrown by an unidentified person in general area Ukkulankulam. Casualties were evacuated to Vavuniya Base Hospital. Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations LTTE terrorists had fired towards the troops in Vavuniya - at 1030 Hours on 24 Aug 2006 Troops deployed on an Observation Post ahead of forward Defence Line had detected a group of terrorists moving towards the observation Post and engaged with small arms. Terrorists had fired small arms and mortars towards the troops. Further troops had engaged identified terrorists mortar locations with 81 mm mortars. Troops managed to repulse the attack and recovered 01 LTTE terrorists dead body and following items. a. 01 T56 Weapons b. 01 Hand Held Radio Set c. 01 Dog Tag An Observation Post had detected a Terrorists group in Vavuniya - at 1515 Hours on 24 Aug 2006 An Observation Post had detected a group of terrorist movement at a distance of 200 metres Northeast of a strong point located in general area Mahakachchakudiya. Subsequently the troops had moved forward and engaged them with small arms. Exchange of gun fire lasted for few minute. 01 Soldier named Wijerathna was killed due to the fire. 01 LTTE terrorist dead was observed laying at the location where the confrontation was taken place. 04 LTTE bankers and a road block destroyed by Troops in Batticaloa - at 0640 Hours on 24 Aug 2006 Troops deployed on a patrol ahead of Vavunative detachment was attacked by LTTE using mortar, 02 Rocket Propeller Grenade and small arms. Troops retaliated by using BTR on identified 04 LTTE bunkers and to a roadblock and destroyed them. Terrorists casualties not known. The matter was informed to SLMM. STF killed 05 LTTE terrorists in Batticaloa - at 2000 Hours on 24 Aug 2006 LTTE cadres had fired at a STF foot patrol in general area Palameenmadu. STF also retaliated and killed 05 LTTE terrorist and recovered following item. 01 STF person named Jayantha was severely injured. a. 01 T56 Weapon b. 01 Pistol c. 03 Hand Grenade d. 01 Mobile Phone 01 Soldier had received injured due to terrorists attack in Jaffna - 2328 Hours on 24 Aug 2006 01 Soldier named Wasantha had received injured due to terrorist mortar attack. The injured soldier was admitted to field Hospital. Situation report on 25th August 2006 01 Officers and 07 Soldiers were wounded in Jaffna - at 0900 Hours on 25 Aug 2006 01 Officers and 07 soldiers were wounded and 01 soldier was dead due to the operation launched to recaptured the Forward Defence Line of Entry / Exit Point - Muhamalai. Police troops had found 02 dead bodies in Vavuniya on 0730 Hours on 25 Aug 2006 It is reported that Police troops had found 02 dead bodies in general area Mathavathyakulam. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. A soldier was received injuries due to an anti personal mine explosion in Trincomalee - At 1050 hours on 25 Aug 2006 A soldier named Bandara was received injuries to his left leg due to an anti personal mine explosion in general area Mahindapura. Later the victim was admitted to the General Hospital Polonnaruwa for further treatments. Troops found weapons in Batticalo - 1330 hours 25 Aug 2006 On an information troops found 01 T56 weapon with 30 7.62x39 mm magazines in general area Mawadiwembu. Troops had found a male dead body in Batticaloa - at 0750 Hours on 25 Aug 2006 Troops on a foot patrol had found a male dead body (25 years) with gun shot injuries to his head. Motive of the assassination not known. Welikanda Police are conducting further investigations. Details of the deceased are not known. SLMM informed. SL Navy recovered 5kg claymore mine in Trincomalee - at 1215 Hours on 25 Aug 2006 Sri Lanka Navy troops deployed for road picket at Pallathottam along the road Trincomalee - Nilaweli recovered approximately 5kg claymore mine. This claymore mine had been planted by the side of road targeting Sri Lanka Navy personnel movement by LTTE. The mine was defused by Sri Lanka bomb disposal team. LTTE terrorists fired Female Home Guard in Anuradhapura - at 1550 Hours on 25 Aug 2006 Female Home guard named Thushari Sirisena was fired upon by LTTE gunmen in general area Vavuniya Town. The victim was admitted the General Hospital Anuradhpura for further treatments. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. 04 Soldiers were received injured in Trincomalee - at 1745 Hours on 25 Aug 2006 LTTE terrorists launched 81mm mortar bombs fire towards the Army detachment in general area Selwanagar. Due to the incident 04 soldiers were injured. Naval Troops recovered weapons in Jaffna - on 25 Aug 2006 Naval troops carried out search operations in general area Allaippiddy and recovered following items belongs to LTTE. a. 06 x 82 mm Mortar Bombs b. 06 x 82 mm Mortar Fuses c. 06 x 82 mm Mortar cartridges d. 01 x ICOM hand set STF troops found following items in Ampara - on 25 Aug 2006 Special Task Force troops in Thirukkovil camp found the following items bear the Kandappa Sadanadas House at Thirukkovil, Akkarapattu. a. 01 Hand Grenade b. 31 x 0.9 mm ammunitions Situation report on 26th August 2006 Troops observed LTTE terrorists boats movement in Batticaloa - at 1235 Hours on 26 Aug 2006 Troops had observed 02 LTTE boats moving from Elephant Point to Panichchankerni. Troops had engaged with heavy machine gun fire. Terrorists also had retaliated with small arms fire. Simultaneously another 06 LTTE boats had come from Panichchankerni to support the above 02 boats. Troops had fired 81mm mortar towards those boats. Subsequently all boats had reached in general area Panichchankerni. Troops engaged artillery fire to the Panichchankerni area. No casualties to own troops were reported. Troops had observed 01 LTTE boat damage during the fire. Terrorists casualties not known. 01 civilian had been inured due to the terrorists fire and had been admitted to the Valaichchenai Hospital. Troops successfully recaptured the bankers in Jaffna - at 0300 on 26 Aug 2006 Commenced an operation to recapture the bunkers at the Northern edge of the Forward Defence Line of 516 Bridge. Troops successfully recaptured the bunkers. Troops suffered following casualties during the period 0300 hrs to 0740 on 26 August 2006. 03 Soldiers wounded. A soldiers received injures in Jaffna at Kailaly - at 0845 hours on 26 Aug 2006 A Soldier named Bandara KMR received injures due to an explosion of a Anti Personal mine and admitted to Army Base Hospital Palaly. A LTTE pistol man shot dead by Police in Ampara - at 1130 hours on 25 Aug 2006 A LTTE pistol man shot dead by Thirukkovil Police while he was coming to attack the Thirukkovil Police station. The dead person was identified as Sudar (29 years) and following items were found. a. 01 Micro Pistol b. 02 Magazine c. 01 Cyanide Capsule Thirukkovil Police are conducting further investigations. STF recovered weapons equipments in Gampaha - on 26 Aug 2006 In a predawn raid, the STF acting on information recovered the under noted items concealed in a piggery at Uswetakeyyawa, Pamunugama on 26 Aug 2006. a. 02 Claymore mines. b. 04 Detonators. c. 01 x T56 Assault Rifle. d. 113 x 7.62 x 39mm rounds e. 01 x Grenade (T82) f. 06 x Grenade (K 400) After the recovery, the STF conducted further investigations and arrested 16 male and 02 female suspects. All were found from Kokkadicholai, ,Mahilambavedi, and Aathurukondan in Batticaloa working in a piggery and in a prawn farm owned by a civilian in Pamunugama. It also revealed that this location is closely connected to some intelligence wing members of the LTTE from Kokkadicholai. Suspected and items recovered were handed over to Pamunugama Police for further investigations. A soldier named Wijayathilaka reported missing in Jaffna - at 1500 Hours on 26 Aug 2006 A soldier named Wijayathilaka 05 Vijayabha Infantry Regiment reported missing and was found killed at Muhamalai area. A Senior Non Commissioned officer received injures in Jaffna - at 1710 Hours on 26 Aug 2006 A Senior Non Commissioned officer Abeykoon of SL Engineering Regiment received injuries due to an explosion of an Anti Personal mine and admitted to Army Base Hospital - Palaly 09 Soldiers were killed and 12 soldiers were wounded in Jaffna - at 0935 Hours on 26 Aug 2006 Troops of field Sri Lanka Engineer, 06 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment and 4 Gemunu watch 09 soldiers were killed and 12 soldiers were wounded due to an Explosion of am Improvised Explosive Device at Muhamalai. The injured soldiers were admitted to Army Base Hospital - Palaly A LTTE cadre lobbed a hand grenade to Police post in Vavuniya - at 1935 hours on 26 Aug 2006 A LTTE cadre lobbed a hand grenade to Police post at Vairavapuliyankulam. Police personnel retaliated with small arms fire. Due to the incident 01 Police constable was injured and admitted to Vavuniya Hospital. Police personnel recovered 01 dead body with 01 Hand grenade. Bomd disposal team 211 Brihade exploded it as it was in harmful state. Vavuniya police are conducting for further investigations. Troops found 02 dead bodies in Batticaloa - at 2000 hours on 26 Aug 2006 Troops of Mylambawel Detachment found 02 dead bodies of civilians who were being killed by LTTE. As per the information received, revealed that the motive of the killing was that the victim had failed to pat the illegal tax collect by the LTTE. Dead bodies were taken to Chenkalady Hospital for the postmortem inquiry Situation report on 27th August 2006 02 Unidentified dead bodies were found in Jaffna - at 1425 hours on 27 Aug 2006 02 Unidentified dead bodies were found in general area Samanankulam. The dead bodies kept at the General Hospital Vavuniya. Vavuniya police are conducting further investigations. 01 LTTE terrorist surrendered in Batticaloa - at 1100 hours on 27 Aug 2006 01 LTTE terrorist surrendered to the Polwattha detachment in civilian attire without a weapon and military equipments. Arrangements were made to hand over the surrendee to the 02nd Sri Lanka Corps of Military Police, Girithale by the HQ 321 Brigade. LTTE lobbed a Hand Grenade at Police personal in Vavuniya - at 1305 Hours on 27 Aug 2006 LTTE lobbed a Hand Grenade at Police personnel who were on duty at EPDP Office in general area Vavuniya town. No damages were reported. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. A civilian was killed by an unidentified person in Trincomalee - at 1030 hours on 27 Aug 2006 A civilian named Mohomad of Murugan Kovil road, Trincomalee was killed by an unidentified person using a pistol while he was driving a three wheeler in general area Linganagar. Trincomalee Police are conducting further investigations. 05 civilians were received injuries in Batticaloa - on 27 Aug 2006 05 civilians were received injuries due to LTTE mortar attack which was fallen to the village in cleared area. Injured persons were admitted to the Chenkalady Hospital by the Sri Lanka Army troops. LTTE terrorists fired to a civil woman in Batticaloa - at 2015 hours on 27 Aug 2006 LTTE fired to a civil woman named Lechchami (48 years) of Vandaramoolai by using a small arms in general area Mavadivembu. On information received by civilians, troops went to her house and evacuated the casualty on the Chenkalady hospital for treatments. It was also reported that the reason for this firing was that the victim had refused to give her son for LTTE for the military training. Eravur Police are conducting further investigations. 02 Unidentified dead bodies were found in Vavuniya - at 0930 hours on 27 Aug 2006 02 Unidentified dead bodies were found in general area Samanakulam. The dead bodies were taken to the General Hospital Vavuniya, Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. Terrorists lobbed a Hand Grenade to EPDP office in Mannar - at 1916hours on 27 Aug 2006 Terrorists lobbed a Hand Grenade to EPDP office in general area Mannar town. No damages were reported. Mannar Police are conducting further Investigations. Situation report on 28th August 2006 Troops found a dead body of a civilian in Polonnaruwa - on 28 Aug 2006 On information troops found a dead body of a civilian named Upali of Polonnaruwa in the ZN Canal. Welikanda Police are conducting further investigation. Troops found weapon in Batticaloa - at 1015 hours on 28 Aug 2006 On information troops found 01 T56 weapon (without magazine) in general area Kalkudah - Batticaloa. Terrorists activated a claymore mine in Mannar - at 1145 hours on 28 Aug 2006 Terrorists activated a claymore mine towards Naval troops while they were in route clearing patrol. Due to the explosion 01 sailor got injured. Terrorists fired towards troops in Vavuniya - at 1145 hours on 28 Aug 2006 Terrorists fired towards troops while they were on Administrative duties in general area Susaipullaiyarkulam. Due to the fire 01 solder killed and 01 soldier received injuries. The injured soldier was evacuated to Vavuniya Hospital and later Transferred to Colombo. 01 Soldier was killed due to LTTE attack in Trincomalee - at 1000 hours on 28 Aug 2006 01 Soldier named Wijenayaka Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment was killed due to the LTTE attack in general area Sampoor. A civilian was shot dead by LTTE gunman in Jaffna - at 1030 hours on 28 Aug 2006 A civilian named Appachchipullai Amuthalingam (46 years) of Mallakam was shot dead by an LTTE gunman. The matter was reported to the SLMM. A civilian was shot dead by an LTTE gunman in Jaffna - at 1500 hours on 28 Aug 2006 A civilian named Selvatuhurai Gobalasingham (53 years) of Point Pedro was shot dead by an LTTE gunman. Point Pedro Police are conducting further investigations. A civilian was shot dead in Trincomalee - at 1530 hours on 28 Aug 2006 A civilian named Amila Janaka (34 years) of Trincomalee was shot dead by an unidentified person in general area Ambuwelipuram whilst he was in a lorry Uppaweli Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE activated claymore mine targeting patrol in Jaffna - at 1635 hours on 28 Aug 2006 LTTE activated claymore mine targeting troops whilst conducting a foot patrol in general area Sarasalai. Due to the explosion three soldiers were received injuries and evacuated to Army Base Hospital Palaly. Situation report on 29th August 2006 A civilian was killed by LTTE pistol group in Jaffna - at 1115 hours on 29 Aug 2006 A civilian named Jesudasana Demiyan (31 years) of Jaffna was killed by LTTE pistol group. The matter was informed to SLMM. A claymore mine recovered by the Troops in Vavuniya - at 1230 hours on 29 Aug 2006 A claymore mine was recovered by the troops in general area Navagamuwa whilst conducting route clearing. Later it was defused by the Bomb Disposal Team. Troops detect a terrorists movement in Vavuniya - at 0600 hours on 29 Aug 2006 Troops of 6 Sri Lanka National Guards detected a movement approximately 20 cadres of terrorists in general area Piramanalankulam and carry out a cordon and search operation in the area. Troops encountered and open up with small arms towards terrorists. Troops were able to captured 07 LTTE cadres with following items: a. 07 T56 weapons b. 07 Magazines c. 01 Hand Held set d. 05 Pouches Due to the incident 01 Airman was received minor injuries. Later captured LTTE cadres were handed over to Vavuniya Police for further investigations. 02 bodies were recovered by troops in Vavuniya - at 0815 hours on 29 Aug 2006 02 Unidentified dead bodies were recovered by the troops. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. Troops were recovered a claymore mine in Gampaha - at 0830 hours on 29 Aug 2006 Troops were recovered a claymore mine in general area Ganemulla - Kandaliyaddapaluwa and defused by Bomb Disposal Team. A civilivan was killed by LTTE terrorists in Jaffna - at 1330 hours on 29 Aug 2006 A civilian named Sathyasheelan (26 years) of Nallur was killed by a LTTE gunman at Nallur. The matter was informed to SLMM. Troops recovered weapons in jaffna - at 1000 hours on 29 Aug 2006 On an information received from a civilian, troops of 8 Sri Lanka Artillery recovered 01 T56 weapon, 01 magazine with 30 x 7.62 x 39 ammunitions and 20 hand grenade. LTTE attack to Sittandy and Sandively detachment in Batticaloa - at 1700 hours on 29 Aug 2006 Sittandy and Sandively detachments were attacked by LTTE using 81 mm mortar fire. Due to t he incident 05 soldiers were received injuries. 03 soldiers were admitted to Polonnaruwa Hospital and other 02 soldiers were admitted Advanced Dressing Station. Situation report on 30th August 2006 A woman was shot dead by the LTTE in Batticaloa - at 0800 hours on 30 Aug 2006 A woman named Wiramuttu (48 years) of Sittandy was shot dead by the LTTE in general area Sittandy since she had a relationship with Karuna Group. A civilian shot dead at Vavunathivu in Batticaloa - at 0625 hours on 30th August A civilian named Manikkam Sivarasa (44 years) of Kurinjumunai, Kannankudah was shot dead by the LTTE in general area Pillayar Kovil, Vavunathivu whilst he was proceeding to Batticaloa Town. Battiacaloa Police are conducting further investigations. 04 x Fishermen arrested with Gelignite at Mannar Town - at 0650 hours on 30th August 04 x Fishermen with 12 Gelignite sticks and a boat was arrested by the troops in General Area Mannar Town. Arrested personnel and apprehended items were handed over o Pallimunai Police Post for further investigations. Ex-LTTE cadre assassinated at Vinayargakovil in Batticaloa - at 0625 hours on 30th August An Ex-LTTE cadre named Periyathambi Welupillie of 50 House Scheme, Kaluwankerni was shot dead by LTTE in General Area Vinayagapuram as he was refused to rejoin the LTTE. A woman home guard shot dead at Vavuniya Town - at 1630 hours on 30th August A woman Home Guard was shot dead by an unknown gunman whilst she was waiting for a bus after her duty turn in Vavuniya Town. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE fired Multi Purpose Machine Gun at Vavunathivu Detachment - at 0625 hours on 30th August LTTE fired with Multi Purpose Machine Gun at troops deployed at Vavunathivu Detachment. Due to the incident 01 x soldier received injuries and evacuated to Polonnaruwa Hospital. 01 x civilian also received injuries and later succumbed to his injuries on admission to the Batticaloa Hospital. 05 x LTTE cadres surrendered at to the TMVP at Batticaloa - on 30th Aug 05 x LTTE cadres (including 02 x child soldiers) surrendered to the TMVP on 28 August 2006. Later 02 x child soldiers were handed over to their parents by the ICRC. Details of the surrendees are as follows: a. Name - Shiwan Parathitharan (27 years) Address - Nilaveli b. Name - Gnasekaran Rajendran (19 years) Address - Sampalathivu c. Name - Palaninadan Sashikaran ((16 years) Address - Kovil Veedi, Eruvil, Kalawanchikudi d. Name - Rasasingham Jayasadan (25 years) Address - Sampalathivu e. Name - Subramaniam Kanan (15 years) Address - Kachchiwatta, Wachchala LTTE terrorists fired towards the train in Batticaloa - at 1910 hours on 30 Aug 2006 LTTE fired few shots towards the train which was playing from Batticaloa to Polonnaruwa from a distance in general area Mavadiwembu. Later troops conducted a Search operation in the area. Situation report on 31st August 2006 A Soldiers received injured in Jaffna - at 1110 hours on 31 Aug 2006 A soldier of Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment received injuries to his left leg due to an Anti Personal mine explosion whilst doing route clearing duties. The casualty was evacuated to the Army Base Hospital Palaly for treatments. Whilst searching the area thoroughly troops found a trapped claymore mine and demolished the same by Engineer troops. Disperse person enter to cleared area in Trincomalee -at 1800 Hours on 30 Aug 2006 On 30 August 2006. 326 more International Disperse Persons had entered to cleared area from uncleared area. Later they were temporally settled in Penthacostha Church and Muttur area. LTTE terrorists throw a had Grenade towards Police station in Batticaloa -at 0855 hours on 31 Aug 2006 LTTE had thrown a Hand Grenade towards Chenkalady Police Station in General area Chenkalady. Due to the incident 02 Policemen were received minor injuries and admitted to the Eravur Hospital for treatments. Security Forces and Police conducted a search operation and arrested a suspected person named Thayarasa Vijenath of Chenkalady. Disperse Person enter to cleared area in Trincomalee - at 0600 - 1800 hours on 29 Aug 2006 On 29 August 2006, 751 more International Disperse Persons had entered to cleared area from Uncleard area Muttur. Later they were temporary settled to Sinhala Maha Vidyalaya, Sebestian Maha Vidyalaya and Relative Houses. 01 male shot dead by LTTE in Jaffna - at 1410 Hours on 31 Aug 2006 01 male was shot dead by LTTE. Details of the victim are not known. The matter was informed to SLMM Troops observed LTTE vehicle movement in Jaffna - at 1410 hours on 31 Aug 2006 Troops deployed in general area Kilaly and Muhamalai had observed LTTE vehicle movement and engaged with artillery and mortar fire. Troops confirmed that LTTE had suffered casualties. Troops recovered 03 dead bodies in Jaffna - at 1115 hours on 31 Aug 2006 On information received from civilian troops had recovered 03 dead bodies of civilians. Dead bodies were handed over to the Kodikamam Police for further Investigations. Names of the victims are as follows. a. Ponnaiya Saruwalingam (50 years) b. Saruvaliya Maheshwari c. WW Thangaranthvi (52 years) 06 LTTE bodies were handed over in Vavuniya - on 31 Aug 2006 06 LTTE dead bodies were handed over to LTTE through ICRC. 01 LTTE terrorists had surrendered in Batticaloa - at 1830 hours on 31 Aug 2006 01 LTTE terrorists dressed in civil clothes had surrendered to Mankerni detachment without and military equipment. Arrangements have been mede to hand over him to the 02nd Sri Lanka Corps of Military Police Girithale. Situation report on 01st Sep 2006 A claymore mine explosion targeting the troops at Nelliadi in Jaffna - at 0805 hours on 01st September 2006. Troop received an information from a civilian regarding a suspected person with a wire role roaming around closer to main supply route. Whilst troops moving from the cap towards South west direction in order to apprehended the targeting the troops. Due to this explosion 01 x soldier was killed and 05 x Army personnel were injured Casualties were evacuated to Army Base hospital - Palaly. A civilian was assassinated by an LTTE gunman at varani in Jaffna - at 1315 hours 01st September 2006 A civilian named Sarawaranamuthth (55 years) of Kudamunian was assassinated by an LTTE gunman. The matter was informed to SLMM- Jaffna. 02 x civilian were killed by LTTE gunman at Uduppiddy in Jaffna - at 1000 hours on 01st September 2006. 02 x civilian were killed by LTTE gunman. The matter was informed to the SLMM- Jaffna A soldier was killed due to gunshot injury at Sampoor in Trincomalee- at 0900 hours 01st September 2006. Troops continued probing into Kattaiparichchan and Sampoor area. Artillery engaged on identified terrorists targets. 01 x soldiers was killed due to gunshot injury.. Situation report on 02nd September 2006 LTTE lobbed 03 hand grenades at Thirunalveli in Jaffna 1855 Hours on 02nd Sep 2006. LTTE lobbed 03 hand grenades towards Army troops when they were on a clearing operation. No damages were reported to the own troops. A person was shot and injured by terrorist at Thorankadu in Trincomalee 1945 Hours on 02nd Sep 2006. A person named Lawrance Yogaraja (31 Years) on No 42/22, Kandeyar Street, Warodayanagar, Trincomalee was shot and injured by terrorist in general area Thorankadu. The Injured person was admitted to Trincomalee hospital for treatments. 01 Civilian was shot dead by an LTTE gunman at Uraluwa in Jaffna 1055 Hours on 02nd Sep 2006. 01 Civilian named Palaniyadi Ravindran (35 years) of Uraluwa Jaffna was shot dead by an LTTE gunman. The matter was informed to SLMM. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade towards troops at Kilaly in Jaffna On 02nd Sep 2006 LTTE lobbed a hand grenade towards troops whilst they were on a Listening Post duties. 03 soldiers were injured and evacuated to Field Hospital for treatments. LTTE fired with 81 mm Mortars towards troops at Vavunativu in Batticaloa 1015 Hours on 02nd Sep 2006. LTTE fired with 81 mm Mortars towards troops whilst they were manning an Observation Post in general area Vavunativu. Troops also retaliated and no casualties or damages were reported to own troops. Due to the incident 01 LTTE Defence Line caught in fire. Situation report on 03rd September 2006 01 civilian was killed by a LTTE pistol group at Jaffna 1320 Hours on 03rd Sep 2006. 01 civilian named B Suresh (31 years) was killed by a LTTE pistol group. The matter was informed to SLMM LTTE lobed a hand grenade at Sivam Kovil in Jaffna - 1520 Hours on 03rd Sep 2006 LTTE lobed a hand grenade towards a military Static Point in general area Sivam Kovil. No casualties were reported to own troops. Terrorists fired towards a Strong Point and the FDL at Nagarkovil in Jaffna 1640 Hours on 03rd Sep 2006 Terrorists fired Artillery, mortars, Rocket Propelled Grenade and small arms towards a Strong point and the FDL. Troops also retaliated with armour artillery and small arms fire. Due to the incident 01 soldier was killed and 04 soldier were injured. Troops continued probing into Sampoor area at Trincomalee On 03rd Sep 2006 Troops continued probing into Sampoor area and artillery engaged on identified terrorist targets. 01 soldier received gunshot injuries. 01 soldier was killed due to LTTE artillery fire at Selwanagar in Trincomalee 1960 Hours on 03rd Sep 2006 01 soldier named Private Karunarathna HMPT was killed due to LTTE artillery fire in general area Selwanagar. An unknown gunman had fired to a person at Kalaimagar in Trincomalee 1800 Hours on 03rd Sep 2006 Near the Kalaimagar school, an unknown gunman had fired to a person named Sellaiya Sevaraja (49 years) of No 154, Gandinagar, Ambuluwelipuram Trincomalee. Later the person succumbed due to injuries after admitted to Trincomalee Hospital. Situation report on 19th September 2006 LTTE Fired at STF Camp in Ampara 22:13 p.m. on 19th September LTTE fired Nugelanda in Ampara special task force (STF) CAMP with mortars and small arms, around 6.35 p.m. Today (19). LTTE fled the area on STF retaliations. No damages caused to STF personals. Two hospital employees killed in Kantalai 20:09 p.m. on 19th September Tiger pistol gang killed two hospital employees Kaliyappar Muhandiram, (55) a pharmacist and Kanudeen Mohammed SANOOR (30) a laboratory assistance attached to the Kantalai hospital near the Arpanagar railway crossing on September 19 around 5p.m. These two hospital employees had looked after the soldiers injured in MAWILARU and Muttur conflicts. These killings are clearly a revenge on these health professionals who were engaged in humanitarian work related to their profession Tigers fire at the media team in Jaffna 18:18 p.m, on 19th September Tamil tigers not wanting the world to know how they have been defeated at MUHAMMALAI, NAGARKOVIL and Kilaly fired artillery at a media team traveling in northern Jaffna around 12.30 p.m. today (19). Four soldiers were killed and two were injured during the incident. Tiger terrorists blast claymore ,troops escape unhurt in Batticaloa 12:25 p.m. on 19th September Troops who conducted a routine patrol at Santhiveli, Batticaloa escaped unhurt at a claymore blast activated by Tiger terrorists today (19) around 7.45 a.m. Vigilant soldiers on a foot patrol adopting proper security measures moved towards Santhiveli populated area with the aim of providing security to the civilian movements when Tiger terrorists in hiding detonated a claymore which resulted in no damages or injuries to the troops. Troops activating within a short span of time were able to capture one terrorist alive who took part in the atrocity. The captured was handed over to the Eravur Police for investigation. Situation report on 20th September 2006 Massive Haul of Arms and Ammunition Recovered at Sampur in Trincomalee 20.11 p.m hours on 20th September During a search and clearing operation at Samapur in Trincomalee discovered a huge armoury of tiger terrorists general areas soldiers of the 6th Vijayabahu infantry regiment discovered a huge armoury of tiger terrorists, today (20). Security Forces say that the armory was abandoned by tiger terrorists during their recent humiliation suffered at the hands of the security Forces in sampur. Government troops confirmed that 350 x 82 mm mortar bombs, 600 x 82 mm mortar bomb fuses, 75 x 82 mm mortar bomb charges, 315 60 mm mortar bombs, 11x Anti Tank mines, and 50 x anti personnel mines were recovered from the site. Tamil Civilian Killed in Trincomalee 20.10. p.m. hours on 20th September A Tamil civilian named Arumugam Puwaneswaran was gunned down by unidentified gunmen last night in Trincomalee. He was shot inside a three wheeler near the Nilaveli beach hotel. Another soldier killed in Jaffna 12.18. p.m. hours on 19th September Another soldier injured in the tiger attack at the media team in Jaffna yesterday (19) succumbed to his injuries, bringing the total number of those killed, to five. There is ample evidence that the LTTE is out to kill even in the presence of the media. STF troops prevent another LTTE atrocity in Batticaloa area 9.15 a.m Hours on September Special task force (STF) personnel on route clearing patrol recovered a claymore mine near the YMCA building on Kalmunai in Batticaloa main road in Kallar on September 20 around 9.15 a.m. This claymore mine is believed to have been deployed targeting the STF personnel. The claymore mine had been fixed to a lamp post. This is clear indication that the Tiger terrorists are continuing to target Security personnel. However, in this instance the smart STF personnel were able to avert a major disaster. "Pottuvil massacre" heinous crime by the LTTE Situation report on 21st September 2006 Tigers Hunt Down Their Own At Batticaloa - At 08:12 Hours on 21 September Tiger terrorists gunned down one of their own named Mailvahanam Kohulam (22) near the Vipulananda School, Valachchanai around 11.40 p.m. on Wednesday (20). Sources say that this terrorist had escaped from the Vakare Tiger base to seek shelter, but was traced and killed. It has always been the practice of the Tiger terrorists to kill anyone who disagrees with them. Even their own will face the same consequences. Tiger Cadre Killed: Infiltration Thwarted at Jaffna - At 12:23 Hours on 21 September A LTTE cadre was killed by troops in a tiger infiltration attempt to Security Forces forward defences in Eluthumuduwal around 8.20 p.m. yesterday (20). Troops fired towards tiger infiltrators using mortars and small arms following a movement by them towards Security Forces forward defences. The body of the dead tiger cadre was recovered by the troops. The following items were recovered subsequently during a search operation. Two T 56 Weapons Three Hand Grenades The incident is a clear indication that the tigers are still attempting to infiltrate Security Forces forward defences in the North and East despite agreeing for peace talks with the government. However, the tigers have continuously failed in all their attempts to infiltrate security forces forward defences in the face of high moral and alertness and the superior training and fire power of the Defence Forces. Tigers Hurl Hand Grenade, Injures a Soldier at Jaffna - At 12:40 Hours on 21 September Tiger terrorists lobbed a grenade towards troops conducting a cordon and search operation in Achchuweli around 5. 15 a.m. today (21). One soldier sustained injuries in the incident. The wounded soldier was admitted to the Palali hospital for treatment. The security forces conducted this cordon and search operation to facilitate civilian movements. It is believed that the Tigers would have thrown the hand grenade to sabotage the cordon and search operation with the aim of disturbing civil military coordination Tiger Pistol Gang Guns Down Postman at Jaffna - At 16:39 Hours on 21 September 2006 Ltte pistol gang shot dead postman Nawarasa Thawarasa (38) of Thelippalai Post office around 7.30 a.m. today (21) at CHANKANI. Nawarasa Thawarasa, a father of two had been on his way to the Thelippalai post office on his push bicycle when the tiger pistol cadres shot and killed him. The motive of the killing is not yet known but it is suspected that he is a supporter of another political party opposed to the tigers. This is yet another attempt of the LTTE to jeopardize civil communication in the North and East. The tigers are taking every effort to disrupt normalcy in these areas. This incident also demonstrates their zero tolerance for democracy in the North and East. Tiger Attempt To Breach Forward Defenses Averted at Jaffna - At 22:29 Hours on 21 September A group of sea tiger boats approaching the shores off Nagarkovil in Jaffna were fired at by the security forces during morning hours today (21). Security Forces believe that the target of the tiger terrorists would have been the forward Defense Lines (FDLs) or Security installations in the vicinity. However troops deployed in the general area averted the tiger attempt by directing heavy fire on them which made them to withdraw with heavy casualties. Mean while Sri Lanka Air Force bombed several identified targets in Palai and Poonarin simultaneously. Tiger Pistol Gang Gun Down a Woman at Batticaloa - At 22:30 Hours on 21 September A woman, Rajendram Yasa (30) WAS SHOT DEAD by the Tiger pistol gang around 11.30 a.m. in Pethalai, Valachchanai today (21) Valachchanai Police are conducting investigations. Another Civilian Shot Dead in Jaffna - At 22:32 Hours on 21 September Amirthalingam (58) was shot dead by unidentified gunmen around 8.15 a.m. today (21) in Valvetithuari. The motive behind the killing is not clear. Valvetithurai Police are conducting investigations. Troops Detect Three Dead Bodies of Civilians at Jaffna - At 22:33 Hours on 21 September Troops on foot patrol in Ilawali, Jaffna discovered three dead bodies of civilians with gun shot injures around 1.10 p.m. today (21) The victims were identified as Ilambaram Lewankumar (30), Selwadorai Kedeeshwaram (36) and Kumar (40) The Motive behind the killing is not known. The Thelippalai Police are conducting investigations. Situation report on 22nd September 2006 Another Soldier Injured by Tiger Terrorists at Vavuniya - At 08:09 Hours on 22 September 2006 A soldier at a sentry point in Iranairuppaikulam in Vavuniya was shot and injured by Tiger terrorists on Thursday (21) at about 2.00 p.m. He was evacuated to Vavuniya hospital. Tiger Terrorists Attack Tsunami Workers at Ampara - At 08:10 Hours on 22 September Tiger terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a group of civil workers yesterday (21) who arrived to construct houses for the Tsunami victims in Komari area at about 7.30 p.m. Three civil workers were injured and admitted to the Pothuvil hospital. Tigers Shoot Another Civilian For Not Obeying Orders at Puttlam - At 08:11 Hours on 22 September A civilian named Kandanadan was brutally shot and killed by Tiger terrorists on Thursday (21) while he was in his residences at Sellapuram,puttlam around 9.30 p.m. Police sources revealed that he was gunned downed because he disobeyed orders given by LTTE area leaders. Puttalam Police are conducting investigation Two More Civilians Attack By LTTE Terrorists at Puttlam - at 08:20 Hours on 22 September Two civilians while returning home were attacked with a hand grenade by Tiger terrorists on Thursday (21) at about 9.20 p.m. The motive for this attack has not been established. The injured were admitted to Chilaw hospital. Puttalam Police are conducting investigations. Another Arms Cache Recovered In Sampur at Trincomalee - At 11:59 Hours on 22 September 8th Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment and 6th Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment of the Army once again recovered from Sampur area yesterday (21) around 6.00 p.m. another huge cache of arms abandoned by the LTTE terrorists when they fled from the advancing Security Forces. Troops confirmed the cache consisted of 61 x 120mm High Explosive Mortar bombs, 715 x T-56 ammunition, 19 x improvised 'jumping' mine timing fuses, 150 x 12.7 live rounds, 3 1/2 meters of detonating cord, 16 x 82mm mortar fuses, 1800 x live rounds of MPMG ammunition and 19 x 60mm mortar cartridges. The 6th Vijaybahu Infantry Regiment also recovered a huge cache of arms abandoned by the LTTE terrorists from Sampur area last Thursday (20) which consisted of 315 x 82 mm Mortar Bombs, 11 x Anti Tank mines, and 50 Anti Personnel mines. These clearing operations are conducted by the Security Forces to ensure these areas are safe for civilian resettlement. 47 Persons Attempting To Escape to India Arrested at Mannar - at 15:02 Hours on 22 sep The Sri Lanka NavY arrested 47 persons from Thavulpadu, MANNAR including 7 crew members on the eighth sand bank of the THEDAI island group on the Indo-Sri Lanka boundary Thursday (21). They arrested when attempting to escape illegally in three boats to India. All those arrested were handed over to the Thalaimannar Police. Investigations reveal that they were trying to escape in fear of LTTE harassment as well as conscripting their children as child soldiers in their fighting cadres. Meanwhile 33 persons claiming to be residents of TRINCOMALEE preparing to escape to India were arrested at the Nadukuda junction, MANNAR on the 20th. They have been handed over to the MANNAR Police. Man Arrested With Two Suicide Jackets, Claymore Mines And Accessories at Vavuniya - at 15:04 Hours on 22 September A Tamil male was arrested in a van traveling towards Colombo from Vavuniya at the Medawachchiya Police road block Friday (22) around 12.30 p.m. On searching the van, Policemen suspicion was aroused by a box which appeared unusual. Further searching enabled them to find, hidden in a modified fuel tank 2 x suicide jackets, 1 x claymore mine, 2 x remote control devices and 2 x circuits for the remote control. Medawachchiya Police are conducting inquiries. Students in Jaffna threatened by tigers Situation report on 23rd September 2006 Four civilians were abducted by LTTE in Anuradhapura - 4.00 a.m. 23rd September Four civilians were abducted by Tiger terrorists at Hiralugama in Anuradhapura about 4 km away from Kebitigollawa on September 23 around 4.00 a.m. One civilian was able to escape and complain to the Police. Later, the three other too had escaped according to the Kebitigollawa Police. LTTE fires mortars at STF in Ampara - at 7.30 p.m 23rd September Tiger terrorists fired 20 rounds of 60 mm mortars to the Pillumalai in Ampara Special Task Force (STF) camp today (23) at 7.30 p.m. STF successfully retaliated. Due to the incident one Home Guard was injured and later he was admitted to Mahiyanganaya hospital. Terrorists damages were not reported. In innocent woman killed by the tiger terrorist in Batticaloa - 5.30 p.m. on 23rd September A civilian arrived at the army Uppodai in Batticaloa road block carrying the body of his wife said to have been killed by the LTTE terrorists on 21 September 2006 around 5.30 p.m. He revealed that he was from Mylavetthuwan un-cleared area and was taking the body to Chenkalady hospital for post mortem. LTTE fire on Army foot patrol in Jaffna - 9.20 p.m. on 23rd September Troops on foot patrol in the Kodikamam area in Jaffna came under LTTE terrorist small arms fire on Friday (22) around 9.20 p.m. A soldier sustained minor injuries and ground troops confirm that LTTE fled from the area. A search and clear operation was conducted supported by more troops. The body of a LTTE terrorist with his personnel weapon (T-56) Situation report on 24th September 2006 03 Children were abducted in Batticaloa in Batticaloa - On 24th Sep 2006 at 1600 hours A case of abduction of 03 children was reported by their parents at the Eravur Police station. Inquiries revealed that on 24 September 2006 at about 1000 hours a group of Armed youth had adducted them at Kanapathipillai village, Chenkalady in Eravur. Eravur Police are conducting further investigations. A children was abducted by a group of persons in Batticaloa - On 24th Sep 2006 at 1715 hours A civilian named Thilakawathipillai (32) of Eravur made a complaint at the Eravur Police stating that on 24 September 2006 at about 1030 hours her son named Dieshkumar (16 years) was abducted by a group of persons. Eravur Police are conducting further investigations. Troops recovered weapons in Jaffna - on 24th Sep 2006 at 1040 hours Troops recovered 1 x T56 weapons whilst digging a trench in general area Manalkadu. LTTE terrorists were constructing a trench Line in Jaffna Ponnar - on 24th Sep 2006 at 1120 hours Special Infantry Operations team observed 10 LTTE terrorists were constructing a trench line about 100 meters ahead of them. Troops directed artillery fire. Terrorist's casualties are not known. LTTE terrorists were constructing an earth bund in Jaffna Muhamalai - on 24th Sep 2006 at 1140 hours Special Infantry Operations team observed 08 LTTE terrorists were constructing an earth bund bout 200 meters ahead of them. Troops directed artillery fire. Terrorist's casualties are not known. A LTTE terrorist hurled 02 Hand Grenade in Vavuniya - on 24 Sep 2006 at 1915 hours A LTTE terrorist hurled 02 hand grenades aiming at Army, Police and Home Guard combined security point in general area Vairavapuliyankulam. 01 hand grenade was exploded and 01 Home Guard received injured minor injuries due to the explosion. Casualties were evacuated to Base Hospital - Vavuniya. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations A civilian was shot dead by unidentified person in Mannar - on 24th Sep 2006 at 0915 hours A civilian named Jeyarubaseelam (19 years) of Uilankulam was shot dead and wounded by an unidentified person who came in a motorcycle. Troops searched the area. Mannar Police are conducting further investigation. A fisherman was shot and wounded using a pistol in Trincomalee town - on 25th Sep 2006 at 1025 hours. A Unidentified person who came in a motorcycle shot and wounded a fisherman named Manoharan (45 years) of Trincomalee using a pistol. The victim was admitted to general hospital Trincomalee. Trincomalee Police are conducting further investigations. Troops observed a LTTE terrorists movement in Trincomalee - on 24th Sep 2006 at 1445 hours Troops deployed an a foot patrol observed a group of LTTE terrorists (about 15 terrorists) clad in uniform with weapons. Subsequently troops engaged them with small arms. Terrorists also retaliated and withdrawn. After the subsequent search, Troops found 02 LTTE terrorists dead bodies with following items. a. 01 Micro type pistol b. 03 Ammunition c. 02 Magazine d. 02 Cyanide Capsules An unidentified gunman fired towards a communications canter in Batticaloa - on 24th Sep 2006 An unidentified gunman fired towards a communications center belongs to a civilians named Kadar of Oddamavadi. No casualties were reported. Valachchchanai police are conducting further investigations. Situation report on 25th September 2006 Troops recovered 03 dead bodies with military items in Kaluthara - on 25 Sep 2006 at 0200 hours. A cordon search and search operations was conducted by trios with the assistance of the Police. While the Operation was in progress 01 Police sergeant was shit dead by 03 unidentified gunmen. Troops fired back and the 03 armed persons were killed and under mentioned items recovered by the troops. a. 01 x T56 Weapons b. 01 x Hand Grenade c. 02 x Mobile Phone LTTE lobbed a hand grenade at troops in Jaffna - on 25th Sep 2006 at 1255 hours. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade at troops deployed in Kondavil area. The grenade did not explode and later it was defused by the Army Disposal team. The matter was informed to SLMM and Police station Kopai. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade towards a military state point in Jaffna - on 25th Sep 2006 at 1300 hours. LTTE lobbed a hand grenade towards a military state point. The grenade did not exploded and later it was defused by Army Bomb Disposal Team. The matter was informed to SLMM and Jaffna Police. LTTE Pistol group shot dead a Muslim person in Trincomalee - on 25th Sep 2006 at 1930 hours LTTE Pistol group shot dead a Muslim person named Mohomad (40 years) of Matco Trincomalee. Trincomalee Police are conducting further investigations. 06 LTTE cadres surrendered to the Rideethenna Detachment in Batticaloa - on 25th Sep 2006 at 1430 hours 06 LTTE cadres surrendered to the Rideethenna Detachment. It was revealed that those cadres had been abducted by the LTTE 02 - 03 months ago and had given military training at LTTE camp in Thalaimahal, Indrathalmul Pallikudiruppu Government School. Further investigations are in progress. Situation Report on 26th September 2006 Two Children Shot and Wounded at Kottakallar in Batticaloa on 26th Sep 2006 at 10.30 p.m Unidentified gunman shot and wounded two children named, Piyasena Karunadasa (16) and Thuraisami Shadin (15) at Kottakallar , Kalawanchikudi, Batticaloa on Tuesday (26) around 10.30 p.m. The injured were admitted to Batticaloa hospital. Another LTTE Soldier Surrendered to the Kallar Army Camp on 26th Sep 2006 Arumugan Sanju Thanidan aged 20 years, surrendered to the Kallar Army camp today (26). He has joined the LTTE four months before. He revealed the harassment and torture he had to undergo under the inhuman brutal hands of the LTTE leadership. Air Forces Bombs Sea Tiger Training Camp at Wellampuram in Mannar on 26th Sep 2006 at 09.30 a.m Kfir JETS OF THE AIR FORCE bombed successfully a sea tiger training camp in Wellampuram, north of Mannar today (26) morning at 09.30 a.m. causing heavy damages to the terrorists. Tigers Fire Artillery towards Muhamalai Forward Defences on 26th Sep 2006 at 1.30 p.m Tiger artillery attack on Security Forces forward Defencs in Muhamali caused death to a soldier injuring four others around 1.30 p.m. today (26). Troops retaliated with artillery and small arms inflicting heavy damages to the enemy. Airman Killed at Poowarasankulam in Cavuniya on 26th Sep 2006 at 7.20 a.m A claymore mine was blasted targeting Air Force personnel at physical training at Poowarasankulam, Vavuniya on September 26 around 7.20 a.m. One airman died in the attack. An injured airman is receiving treatment in hospital. Situation Report on 27th September 2006 Air Force targets tiger training base at Kaddawan in Trincomalee North on 27th Sep 2006 Air Force MI 24 helicopters attacked an identified Tiger training and transit Base in Kaddawan Jungle in Trincomalee North around evening hours on 27 September. The base was suspected of housing a large ammo dump. According to ground sources, loud explosions were heard following the assault by Air Force attack helicopters. It is believed that the Tigers would have suffered heavy damages in the attack. Air Strikes On Known Tiger Bases at Puthukudiruppu in Mulative on 27th Sep 2006 Air Force had conducted air strikes on well-identified tiger training and transit bases at Puthukudiruppu today (27) in the morning hours causing heavy damages to the training base facilities and killing unknown number of tigers. The missions had been carried out on precise information received by electronic and ground means before and whilst the mission was on. Ammunition Recovered at Sakkiliwadiya in Muttur on 27th Sep 2006 Acting on information received from a civilian, Police recovered a large quantity of ammunition in Sakkiliwadiya, Muttur. The recovered items are as follows. 01 x Claymore mine (3 Kg) 01 x 40 mm MGL rounds 01 x T 81 Magazine (30 rounds) 90 x GPMG rounds 01 x 82 Hand grenade 01 x LTTE flag Situation Report on 28th September 2006 Tigers fire artillery towards Muhamalai forward defences at Jaffna on 28th Sep 2006 at 3.45 p.m Tiger artillery attacked on Security Forces forward Defencs in Muhamalai causing death to a soldier and injuring two others on today (28) around 3.45 p.m. Troops retaliated with artillery and small arms inflicting heavy damages Another police constable killed by tiger terrorists at Vavuniya on 28th Sep 2006 at 8.30 p.m Tiger terrorists killed a Police Constable W.M. Wijerathne (11726) while he was traveling in a tractor with three other Police Constables for welfare duty at the 172 km Post, A-9 Road, Vavuniya yesterday (28) around 8.30 p.m. Police repulsed the attack. Foreign bound tiger cadres abducted and killed by LTTE at Vinayagapuram in Valachchenai on 28th Sep 2006 at 11.30 p.m Three tiger cadres were abducted and killed by the LTTE while they were fleeing from their leadership around 11.30 p.m. at Vinayagapuram, Valachchenai yesterday (28). It is believed that the dead cadres were planning to go overseas leaving their organisation over frustration and hardships under the tiger hierarchy. According to intelligence sources some tiger cadres who were assigned to carryout various terrorist attacks in the South have left the country on the sly seeking greener pastures. Security Forces say that there is an increasing trend of cadre desertion among the tigers. Tiger mortar fire hits Tsunami Camp in Ampara, woman injured - at 7.15 a.m. on 28th September . Mortar rounds fired by tiger terrorists targeting the special task force (STF) camp in Sangamankanda in Ampara fell into the compound of the Omari tsunami camp injuring a displaced woman there. The incident occurred around 7.15 am today (28) The STF retaliated with mortars and small arms. However, damages to the Tigers as yet to be confirmed. The injured woman was admitted to the Thirukkovil hospital for treatment. This is yet another instance of indiscriminate firing by the tigers despite civilian presence in the area. Haphazard firing by the tigers has further displaced civilians and physically harmed them. Continued violence by the tigers has become a tragedy far greater than the Tsunami in the north and east. Army Recovers Explosives in Jaffna - at 11.00 am. On 27th September An army route clearing patrol recovered 2 x Anti -Tank Mines around 9.45 am yesterday (27) From Ariyalai.in Jaffna. Another road clearing patrol recovered an unusable 60 mm mortar bomb and four hand grenades around 11.00 am at Thanankilappu. These were by the Army Bomb Disposal Team. A Civilian assassinated by a LTTE gunman in Mannar - at 20.45 p.m. on 27th September A civilian named Kesara Romo Walter Dias has been assassinated by a LTTE gunman in Jude Street Pesalai in Mannar, yesterday (27) around 20.45 p.m. Thalaimannar Police are conducting investigations. Tiger terrorist surrenders to Army in Valachchenai - at 2.00 p.m. on 27th September. A tiger terrorist identified as Ganeshamurthi Siwanaswaram (17) in Valachchenai surrendered to the Army camp in Kajuwaththa yesterday (27) around 2.00 p.m. Situation Report on 29th September 2006 Tiger Terrorists Fire At Army Troops in Vavuniya on 29th Sep 2006 at 8.00 p.m Tiger terrorists fired at Army troops at Kovil Kulam, Vavuniya at 8.00 p.m. yesterday (29). Troops while traveling from Kovilkulam to Asikulam were fired at by Tiger terrorists. One soldier died and one sustained injuries. The injured soldier was admitted to Anuradhapura hospital. Police recover claymore mine at Trincomalee - on 29th Sep 2006 at 8.15 am On information received from a civilian, the Police recovered a 10 kg Claymore mine hidden in a box tied to a bicycle beside the road near the Jamaliya Police Post in Trincomalee around 8.15 am today(29) . Intelligence sources reveal that the general public detest these anti-social activities of the Tiger Terrorists. The Navy Bomb Disposal team diffused the explosive device. Trincomalee Police are conducting inquiries Troops retaliate tiger attack on Black Bridge Camp at Valachchena in Batticaloa - on 29th Sep 2006 at 5.10 p.m Troops successfully retaliated a tiger mortar attack on the Black Bridge Army Camp in Valachchena around 5.10 p.m. today (29) Troops repulsed the attack successfully. Three soldiers and a civilian were killed in the attack while two soldiers were injured. The wounded were admitted to the Polonnaruwa hospital Kirf Jets Pound Identified Sea Tiger Base at Kadiraweli in Mullaithivu - on 29th Sep 2006 at 9.15 a.m Air Force Kfir jets completely destroyed a sea tiger base in Kadiraweli, around 9.15 a.m. today (29). According to technical sources the tigers had suffered heavy losses in the air strikes. Tiger pistol gang guns down two businessmen at Muniappur in Vavuniya - on 29th Sep 2006 at 3.25 p.m Tiger pistol group shot dead two business men in Pandarikulum, Muniappur around 3.25 p.m. today (29). The two victims were Sinhalese businessmen from the South Situation Report - 30th September 2006 Situation Report - 30th September 2006 Police Picket Trapped in Tiger Terrorist Claymore Mine - at 08:35 Hours on 30 September A Police route picket was trapped in a LTTE terrorist claymore mine explosion today (30) around 8.35 Hours at Salambakulam on the Mannar - Vavuniya. 03 x Policemen reported killed. 12 Tiger Terrorists Dead In STF Counter Attack - at 09:14 Hours on 30 September LTTE terrorists in the early hours of today (30) attempted to attack the STF Camp and the village at Pullumalai. The STF retaliated leaving 12 tiger terrorists dead and recovering their T - 56 assault rifles. no casualties reported to own troops. Further details will follow. Tigers Gun Down Former EPDP Member - at 14:30 Hours on 30 September LTTE terrorists gunned down a former EPDP member Ponnaiya Srikaran (25) of Malesandi around 14:30 p.m. today (30) at Point Pedro. Point Pedro Police are conducting investigations Situation Report - 30th September 2006 Situation Report - 01st October 2006 Tigers attack police post in Vauniya, police sergeant succumbs to Injuries - at 2100 p.m. hours on 01st October Police Sergeant Weerasuriya who was injured in the tiger attack on the Police post of sector 17 in the Murukkan in Vavuniya area succumbed to his injuries on the way to the hospital this evening. Tiger terrorists attacked the sector 17 Police post in the Murukkan area with small arms around 5.20 p.m. today (01) Police Sergeant 17223 Weerasuriya who was on duty at the time of the incident was critically wounded. Meanwhile the vehicle that carried police sergeant Weerasuriy to hospital collided with a lorry traveling from Madawachchiya towards Mannar near the Murukkan hospital. The driver of the lorry A.S. Nihal Nelson Kakapalliya who was critically injured in the accident succumbed to his injuries after admission to the hospital. NAVY recovers two claymore mines in Trincomalee - at 20.04 p.m hours on 01st October A Navy route clearing patrol recovered two claymore mines weighing 08 kg each near the 3rd Post, Uppuweli around 11.00 a.m. today (01). The two claymore mines fixed on to a window of a vegetable shop were set to be detonated through a remote control device. Uppuweli police are conducting investigations. Navy defuse sea mine detected by fishermen in Puttam - at 20.02 p.m. hours on 01st October On detection by fishermen the navy defused a sea mine of around 15 Kg which was floating in the waters off Kandankuli, Kalpitiya in the early hours today (01). Alert fishermen notified the police of the sea mine which was prepared to operate with 48 batteries. Four civilians injured in terrorist hand grenade attack in Jaffna - at 17.43 p.m. hours on 01st October Four civilians and a soldier were injured when tiger terrorists threw a hand grenade targeting a group of soldiers on duty in the Chunnakam area around 11.30 a.m. today (01). This is yet another incident of tigers launching attacks on soldiers despite civilian presence in the vicinity. Chunnakam police are conducting investigations. LTTE terrorists on motor cycle fires at sentry point in Jaffna - 10.34 p.m. hours at 01st October The Army sentry point near Kailasapillai Koviladi, Hindu Kovil, was fired at by two LTTE terrorists riding a motor cycle around 6.15 p.m. yesterday (30). Troops retaliated with small arms. In the search operation, 2 x hand grenades and 2 x 7.62 rounds of live ammunition was recovered. No injuries were reported. SLMM was informed LTTE terrorists lob hand grenade at ICRC office in Jaffna - at 10:27 a.m. hours on 01st October The LTTE lobbed hand grenades at the ICRC office in Jaffna town around 1.00 p.m. yesterday (30). No damage was reported SLMM was informed. Situation Report - 30th September 2006 Situation Report - 0n 02nd October 2006 Tigers shoot police constable in Vavuniya - at 20:27 p.m. hours on 02nd October The tiger pistol group shot and injured a police constable on duty at Thonigala in Vavuniya around 3.45 p.m. today (02) . The injured Police officer was rushed to the Anuradhapura hospital. Policeman shot dead in Ampara - at 12:37 p.m. hours on 02nd October Tiger terrorists shot dead at Rottekulam in Ampara a policeman on his way to assume duties at the Pottuvil police station around 8.55 a.m. today (02). Pottuvil Police are conducting inquiries. Tiger terrorists fire at Army detachment in Batticaloa - at 08:02 am. Hours on 02nd October. Tiger terrorists fired small arms and machine guns at the Army Bridge detachment listening Post, Vavuvunathivu around 9.00 pm yesterday (01). Troops retaliated with small arms. Gunman fires at businessman in Mannar - at 08:01 a.m. hours on 01st October A gunman shot the vogue CD world centre owner Kanakalingam Machendran in Mannar Town around 8.45 p.m. yesterday (01) with a pistol several times and escaped. He has been removed from Mannar hospital to the Anuradhapura. Situation Report on 03rd October 2006 Police Recover Five Hand Grenades at Jayanthipura in Batticaloa - on 03rd Oct 2006. On information received from civilians Police recovered five hand grenades in Jayanthipura and Irudayapura in the afternoon today (03) Subsequent to the recovery the Special Task Force defused the hand grenades. No arrests have been made yet. Batticaloa Police are conducting investigations Tigers Provoke Security Forces: Air Strikes Cause Heavy Damages at Pallai and Poonarin - on 03rd Sep 2006 Continuing the harassments at the troops, the tigers fired mortars and artillery at the Security Forces at Muhammalai defenses from areas north of Pallai and Poonarin in the morning hours today (03) forcing the Security Forces to retaliate with Artillery and Air strikes. On request by the Army, the Air force Kfirs jets bombed well-identified three tiger gun positions North of Pallai and North of Poonarin around 11.45 to 12.00 noon today. The Air strikes came in addition to the ground Artillery retaliation countering the tiger's mortar and artillery attacks Tigers have been firing artillery and mortars in desperation at the troops on Muhammalai FDLs since the time they experienced humiliating defeats in battles in Jaffna. Ground sources confirm as heavy damages caused to tigers due to the retaliations. This also could be an attempt by the tigers to provoke the Ground Forces and project a subsequent retaliation as a wrongful act by the Security Forces. Terrorist Attack Repulsed at Murunkan - on 03rd Oct 2006 at 2.15 a.m. Tiger terrorists attacked Murunkan Police and Special Task Force (STF) camp with small arms fire for about two hours from 2.15 a.m. today (03). This morning, the Police have recovered one dead body of an LTTE cadre, one T-56 weapon and ammunition drums. Heavy damages to terrorists are evident. Two Terrorist Suspects Arrested at Mannar - on 02nd Oct 2006 at 8.30 p.m. Two terrorist suspects were arrested by the Mannar Police near a roadblock in the town at 8.30 p.m. on Monday (02). Twelve gelignite sticks were found in the suspects' possession. They are to be produced before the Magistrate Mannar. Situation Report on 04th October 2006 Troops Defuse a Modified Claymore in Batticaloa - On 04th October 2006 at 2135 hours Following a tip off by a civilian troops defused a modified claymore bomb weighing 25 kilos set inside a milk container placed on a bicycle on the wayside between Chenkaladi and the Eastern University near "Q Junction" around 5.15 p.m. today (04). Timely information by civilians rushed troops to the scene for inspection. According to senior military officers in the area, the tigers would have constructed the modified claymore to target a large number of troops causing maximum damage. This is clear indication that the tiger terrorists are inventing new ways to target security forces personnel and disrupt normalcy in the region. Further, the tigers are using the livelihood of innocent farmers to carryout their terror attacks against the security forces. These incidents would only cause inconvenience the innocent civilians in the north and east. Tigers Gun Down Woman in Jaffna - On 04th October 2006 at 1748 hours LTTE terrorists gunned down a woman, Gurunagam Jayamani (50) of Urikadu near the Sidhamber School in Velvetithurai around 9.00 a.m. today (04) Soldiers, Civilians injured in Tiger Claymore Mine in Jaffna - On 04th October 2006 at 1746 hours LTTE terrorists exploded a claymore mine fixed To a pedal bicycle injuring two soldiers and three civilians near the Arsadithivu junction around 11. 40 p.m. today (04) Wounded civilians were taken to Manthikai hospital, while wounded soldiers were taken to Palali hospital. Three-wheeler Driver Shot Dead in Jaffna - on 04th October 2006 at 1556 hours LTTE terrorists shot dead in cold blood during broad daylight a three-wheeler driver in Kondavil, Jaffna on October 04 at 12.00 p.m. The number of the vehicle is 205-7537. When the Security Forces searched the dead body an hour later, a claymore was detonated. The claymore bomb had been timed by the tigers to target the Security Forces when they reach the location to search the incident. However no one has been injured in the blast. Search operation is continuing. Tamil Civilian Shot in Vavuniya - On 04th October 2006 at 1556 hours LTTE terrorists shot and injured a Tamil civilian, suspected by tigers is an informer to the Security Forces, Murugavel Thewakanthan (32) a resident of Shiwan Kovil, Koulkulam, Vavuniya on 04 (Wednesday) around 11.30 a.m. He has been admitted to Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Vavuniya hospital. 15 Kg Claymore Mine Recovered In Colombo in Colombo - on 04th October 2006 at 1110 hours A claymore mine weighing 15 KG was recovered near the Police officers' mess on the coast of Wellawatta, `Colombo today (04) around 9.35 a.m. The Police acting on the information received from a civilian recovered the mine, which was defused by the Special Task Force (STF) bomb disposal team. This recovery of the mine which averted a disaster in the city was made possible by the vigilance and alertness of a civilian. On earlier occasions two claymore mines were blasted and one was defused in Colombo. It is clear the public awareness programme of the Police has contributed to this recovery. Troops Recovered Two Claymore Mines - On 04th October 2006 at 0835 hours Troops on a route clearing recovered a claymore mine hidden in an abandoned house in Mallakkam around 9.15 a.m. yesterday (03). Mallakkam Police conducting further investigations. Meanwhile, acting on a tip off given by a civilian troops recovered another claymore mine weighing 7kg hidden in a bush in Uylankulama, MANNAR. Later it was handed over to Mannar Police Station for further investigations. Tiger Terrorists Fire Mortars in Batticaloa - On 04th October 2006 at 0832 hours LTTE terrorists fired small arms and mortars towards Vavunativue Army detachment at 3.50 a.m. today (04). Troops retaliated successfully with Mortars and Artillery and repulsed the attack. No damages were reported to own troops. Situation Report on 05th October 2006 STF diffuse claymore mine in Vavuniya - at 21:58 hours on 05th October The Special Task Force (STF) diffused a claymore mine of 5 kilos recovered by the Army during a route clearing operation around 7.45 a.m. today (05) on the Mannar road sector 10 area. The claymore mine had a wire of 150 meters. The Murukkan Police are conducting investigations Civilian averts a major disaster in Vavuniya - at 18:11 p.m. hours on 05th October Two land mines 15 Kilos each were recovered by troops on a tip off by a civilian in Thavsikulam around 2.55 p.m. today. The two land mines were placed by the road with its detonator cord extending to a distance of 200 meters from the mines. Security Forces believe that the terrorists would have placed the two land mines with the intention of inflicting heavy damages to troops. The owner of the land was arrested on suspicion. Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations. Kfir Jets Pound Sea Tiger Base in Batticaloa - at 15:57 p.m. hours on 05th October Air force fighter jets bombed an identified Sea Tiger base in KADIRAWELI around 2.45 p.m. today (05) According to ground sources, the air strikes have caused heavy damages to the Sea Tiger base. Tigers Attack Kilali FDL in Jaffna - at 15:21 p.m. hours on 05th October Tiger terrorists fired mortars towards the Kilali forward defence Line injuring four soldiers around 12.20 p.m. today (05). Wounded soldiers were rushed to the Palaly Army hospital. On information received from a civilian troops Recover Arms/Explosives in Jaffna - at 15:20 p.m. hours on 05th October In the morning today (05), on information received from a civilian, troops recovered 1x T -56 assault rifle, 60 x live rounds of ammunition, 1 x T- 81 magazine , 1 x hand grenade , 1x Anti- Personnel mine and 2x T-56 magazines. Jaffna Police are conducting further inquiries. Situation Report on 06th October 2006 STF diffuse claymore mine in Vavuniya - at 21:58 hours on 05th October The Special Task Force (STF) diffused a claymore mine of 5 kilos recovered by the Army during a route clearing operation around 7.45 a.m. today (05) on the Mannar road sector 10 area. The claymore mine had a wire of 150 meters. The Murukkan Police are conducting investigations Civilian averts a major disaster in Vavuniya - at 18:11 p.m. hours on 05th October Two land mines 15 Kilos each were recovered by troops on a tip off by a civilian in Thavsikulam around 2.55 p.m. today. The two land mines were placed by the road with its detonator cord extending to a distance of 200 meters from the mines. Security Forces believe that the terrorists would have placed the two land mines with the intention of inflicting heavy damages to troops. The owner of the land was arrested on suspicion. Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations. Kfir Jets Pound Sea Tiger Base in Batticaloa - at 15:57 p.m. hours on 05th October Air force fighter jets bombed an identified Sea Tiger base in KADIRAWELI around 2.45 p.m. today (05) According to ground sources, the air strikes have caused heavy damages to the Sea Tiger base. Tigers Attack Kilali FDL in Jaffna - at 15:21 p.m. hours on 05th October Tiger terrorists fired mortars towards the Kilali forward defence Line injuring four soldiers around 12.20 p.m. today (05). Wounded soldiers were rushed to the Palaly Army hospital. On information received from a civilian troops Recover Arms/Explosives in Jaffna - at 15:20 p.m. hours on 05th October In the morning today (05), on information received from a civilian, troops recovered 1x T -56 assault rifle, 60 x live rounds of ammunition, 1 x T- 81 magazine , 1 x hand grenade , 1x Anti- Personnel mine and 2x T-56 magazines. Jaffna Police are conducting further inquiries. Hand grenade attack injures five - Chunnakkam Situation Report on 07th October 2006 "Cement Block" Turns Out To Be a Claymore Mine in Jaffna - On 07th Oct 2006 at 22:25 hours Troops on route clearing patrol recovered a claymore mine weighing about 12 Kg covered with cement to look like a cement block at kalviyankadu around 8.15 a.m. today (07). The Bomb Disposal Team of the 511 Brigade later defused the same. Tigers gunned Down a Former EPDP Member in Jaffna - On 07th Oct 2006 at 22:24 hours LTTE pistol cadres shot and killed a former EPDP member named K Nagarasa (65) at Mallakam around 7.20 a.m. today The Tellippalai Police are conducting investigations. Three Soldiers Injured in North East - On 07th Oct 2006 at 22:22 hours Two soldiers suffered injuries due to Tiger artillery fire around 5.50 p.m. at Meesalai-East and another soldier sustained injuries due to Tiger sniper attack around 4.35 p.m. at Vavunathivu today (07). The injured were rushed for medical treatment. Civilians Assist In Recovering a Bomb in Vavuniya - On 07th Oct 2006 at 22:21 hours Acting on information received by Police from a civilian, a locally made bomb weighing 01 kg was recovered in a paddy field 300 meters away from the People's Bank, in Murunkan Police Division on October 7 around 5.10 p.m. The Special Task Force (STF) Bomb Disposal Team defused the bomb which was shaped like a pumpkin and had been painted yellow. Situation In Mankerni After Tiger Offensives in Batticaloa - On 07th Oct 2006 at 16:45 hours Troops were compelled to launch counter offensives due to the recent Tiger offensives launched in the Kadjuwatta - Mankerni area since the early hours of Friday (06). Tigers Terrorists suffered heavy casualties and damages during the battle and were compelled to withdraw from Panichchankerni area due to successful retaliation by the troops. The casualty and death figures of the Security Forces remain as follows: Killed In Action - 02 Wounded In Action - 08 (Admitted to Polonnaruwa hospital) Minor Injuries -15 Twelve soldiers who were performing duties at listening posts closer to the Forward Defence Line reported missing. A search and clear operation is in progress in the area. Tigers Fire with Small Arms At Home Guard Point in Ampara - On 07th Oct 2006 at 16:43 hours Tiger terrorists fired with small arms at the 39th Home Guard post in Nugelanda injuring a Home Guard around 11.00 a.m. today (07). The injured was rushed to the Ampara hospital. Tigers Attempting To Re-Establish In East in Trincomalee- on 07th Oct 2006 at 13:00 hours Troops fired heavy weapons at Sea Tiger bunker lines being constructed west of MUTTUR today (07) as if they are not destroyed, it will be a direct threat to the strategically important Trincomalee Harbour. Despite loosing a foot hold in certain important areas of the eastern sector, Tigers have begun to position themselves in areas such as Upparu, Rakkuli and Manirasakulam posing a threat to the civilians as well as the Security Forces. Tigers Hurled A Hand Grenade in Vavuniya - on 07th Oct 2006 at 12:00 hours Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade at the Kurumankadu Police post injuring a Sub Inspector and a Police Constable around 10.25 a.m. today (07). The Police retaliated with small arms at the fleeing Tigers. The injured were taken to the Anuradhapuara hospital. A search operation is in progress. Police Recover Explosives in Anuradhapura - On 07th Oct 2006 at 09:21 hours The nochchiyagama police recovered 1 x hand grenade, 3x 40 mm grenades, 2 x detonators, a small quantity of C- 4 explosives in the jungles of Weliwewa, Nochchiyagama around 10.05 a.m. yesterday (06). Police are conducting inquiries. Troops Recover Weapons From Thavasikulam in Vavuniya - On 07th Oct 2006 at 09:20 Hours Troops recovered 3 x hand grenades, 2 x m-16 assault rifles, 1 x black jacket from Thavasikulam, around 4.30 p.m. yesterday (06). Situation Report on 09th October 2006. Troops Recover Two Dead Bodies of Tiger Cadres at Sithandi in Batticaloa - on 09th Oct 2006 Troops recovered two dead bodies of Tiger cadres in the Sithandi area during a cordon and search operation following the Tiger attack on the Army road block yesterday (09). Tiger terrorists who came in a tractor unknowingly too close to the Sithandi Army road block attacked it around 9.15 p.m. yesterday (09) Tigers fled the scene leaving behind a disposable rocket propelled grenade and the tractor amidst retaliation by the Army. Subsequent to the attack, the Army conducted a cordon and search operation to find the attackers. STF Recovers Armaments at Boralupara in Ampara - on 09th Oct 2006 at 2.30 p.m. Special Task Force personnel on a route patrol recovered the following items in the 6 Ela area, Boralupara around 2.30 p.m. yesterday (09). 81 mm Mortar rounds - 09 RPG shells - 11 RPG chargers - 04 40 mm Grenade Launcher rounds - 13 Webbing set - 01 Firing device - 01 Security Forces believe that the recovered items would have been brought by the tiger terrorists to launch an attack on troops. Damana Police are conducting further investigations. Tigers Continue Attacks on Muhamalai FDL - 09th Oct 2006 at 8.50 p.m Tiger terrorists stepped -up Mortar attacks on the Security Forces Forward Defence Line in Muhamalai around 8.50 p.m. yesterday (09). One soldier was killed while two others were injured in the attack. The injured soldiers were rushed to the Palali hospital. Tiger Pistol Gang Guns Down another Civilian at Anakotte in Manthikai - on 09th Oct 2006 at 12.30 p.m. Tiger pistol gang shot dead SELVARAJAH IDAYARAJAH (28) of SAVALPITTU, THALAPPATHTHI road near the housing complex in ANAKOTTE, MANTHIKAI around 12.30 in the afternoon yesterday (09). Terrorists Attack Road Block at Sithandi in Batticaloa - on 09th Oct 2006 at 9.15 p.m Four tiger terrorists who came unknowingly too close to the Army road block at Sithandi attacked it around 9.15 p.m. today (09). Tigers fled keeping a Disposal Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) and the tractor amidst retaliation by the Army. Subsequently, the Army conducted cordon and search operation to find the attackers. Tiger Terrorists Target Army Check Point at Vandaramulle in Batticaloa - on 09th Oct 2006 at 10.40 am. TIger terrorists detonated a claymore mine and fired small arms targeting an Army check point along Thivu road, Vandaramulle around 10.40 am today (09). The Army retaliated with mortar and artillery. Later, the Army recovered two LTTE uniforms and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). The Army Bomb Disposal Team defused the bomb. One soldier was injured and rushed to Polonnaruwa hospital. Claymore Mine Detonated By The LTTE at Chettikulam in Mannar - on 09th Oct 2006 at 3.35 p.m. LTTE detonated a claymore mine targeting a Navy Bus which was carrying Navy Personnel around 03.35 p.m. today (09) at Chettikulam in Pesalai, MANNAR. According to Navy reports no damages has been caused by the claymore mine. Police Fire At Tigers at Murunkan in Vavuniya - on 09th Oct 2006 The Police in Murunkan Fired at Tiger terrorists attempting to infiltrate into the area. No injuries were reported. Situation Report on 10th October 2006 LTTE Fired to Police Picket at Thirunaveli in Jaffna on 10th Oct 2006 at 10.15 a.m. Tiger terrorists fired at Police picket point in Thirunaveli using small arms today (10) around 1015 a.m. Police retaliated with small arms. Due to this incident one police constable was injured and subsequently admitted to the hospital. Tigers Fix Claymore Inside Van: Three Dead: Three Injured at Periyarakulum in Vavuniya - on 10th Oct 2006 at 12.20 p.m Three civilians were killed and three others were injured when Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine fixed inside a van around 12.20 p.m. in Periyarakulum, Punthottam today (10). The claymore mine had been fixed inside a van which was released today (10) by the Vavunia magistrate courts. Subsequent to the release, the vehicle had been taken to a house near Periyarakulum, Punthottam when the blast occurred. A three-wheeler which was parked in the vicinity of the house was also damaged. Security Forces believe that the tigers would have set the claymore mine inside this vehicle to cause harm to civilians and property. The injured were rushed to the Vavuniya hospital. Tiger Attacks on Muhamalai FDL Continues - on 10th Oct 2006 at 5.50 am. Continued tiger mortar attacks on the Muhamalai forward defences injured another soldier around 5.50 a.m. this morning (10). The Security Forces retaliated to counter the endless terrorist attacks on the Forward Defences Situation Report on 11th October 2006 School Teacher Killed in LTTE Attack in Batticaloa - on 11th Oct 2006 at 1538 hours A school teacher teaching the grade 7 in "Kinni Adi Saraswathi Vidyalaya" was shot dead when the Tiger terrorists fired at an Army checkpoint at Sittandy today (11) around 9.15 a.m. The victim was Kadirgamar Podisiva Gnam (32). This is ample evidence that the terrorists do not take into account whether the civilians are around when they attack. This is gross negligence bordering on inhumanity. Tigers Harass Civilians in Batticaloa- on 11th Oct 2006 at 1138 hours In uncleared areas of Batticaloa tiger terrorists have ordered civilians to donate blood at least 1/2 point to the tigers blood bank. If blood is not donated the terrorists will not allow students to sit O.L. or A.L. examination, nor are they given their daily requirements. Tiger terrorists now have to resort to compulsive measures to compel the people to do voluntary donations, because of the severe setbacks, they have suffered. The setbacks have caused heavy casualties among the terrorists, creating an urgent need for blood. Refugee Families Enter Cleared Areas in Welikanda - on 11th Oct 2006 at 1051 hours 151 refugees entered the Thuchaenay cleared area from Andamkulam unlearned area during the last few days. There were 39 males, 41 Females 36 boys and 35 girls. Jet Liner Leaves for KKS in Trincomalee - on 11th Oct 2006 at 0955 hours The jet liner ship left Trincomalee for Kankasanthurai with 593 stranded passengers this morning (11). Sri Lanka Navy facilitated this humanitarian service free of charge. Troops Detected Land Mine in Batticaloa - on 11th Oct 2006 at 0914 hours A trapped land mine detected by troops exploded during a search operation around 7.00 a.m. yesterday (10). No injures to troops were reported. Engineer Troops Recover AP Minesin Trincomalee - on 11th Oct 2006 at 0912 hours Engineer troops while on a search operation in Pahala Thopuor area, de mined 80 anti personal mines yesterday (10) during the hours of 7.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Troops Recover Two Hand Grenades & Mortar in Jaffna - on 11th Oct 2006 at 0910 hours Troops on route clearing recovered two hand grenades yesterday (10) around 9.05 a.m. They were later defused by army bomb disposal team. Meanwhile near Nachiamman Kovil Jaffna troops recovered one 60 mm mortar yesterday (10) around 9.45 a.m. It was also defused by the Army BD team. In another location troops on route clearing recovered one hand grenade yesterday (10) around 12.25 p.m. near the Inperiyan kovil Jaffna. Situation Report on 13th October 2006 Hand Grenade Thrown By LTTE Near Plot Office at Rambekulam in Vavuniya on 13th Oct 2006 at 8.20 p.m A hand grenade has been thrown to the Army point at Rambekulam near the Plot Office by the LTTE at 8.20 p.m. today (13). No casualties have been reported Soldier Killed By Tiger Terrorists at Omanthai in Vavuniya - on 13th Oct 2006 at 11.45 a.m A soldier was killed and three were injured when on duty in the Omanthai FDL's by Tiger terrorist small arms fire around 11.45 a.m. on Friday (13). Troops returned fire. The injured soldiers were evacuated to Anuradhapura hospital Police Recover Bodies of Two Youths at Skandapuram Wewa in Vavuniya - on 13th Oct 2006 at 9.00 a.m The bodies of two youths who had been executed with their hands tied behind their back was recovered by the Police near Skandapuram Wewa around 9.00 a.m. on Friday (13). The bodies are lying at the Vavuniya hospital. Police are conducting inquiries. Unarmed Home Guard Assassinated By Tiger Terrorists at Kaththankudy in Batticaloa - on 13th Oct 2006 at 6.50 a.m A tiger pistol gang shot dead an unarmed Home Guard Uduma Lebbe Azad (35) opposite the Kaththankudy Petrol station around 6.50 am on Friday (13). He is the father of a child residing at Mayim Road, Kaththankudy 6. Situation Report on 14th October 2006 Two Tamil youth shot in Batticaloa - at 17:35 p.m. hours on 14th October Two Tamil civilians named Konamanai Kandadasan (28) and Gopal Raju (26) were shot by LTTE pistol gang near Ariyampathi Christian church Kaththankudy, Batticaloa on 14th October around 2.30 P.m. The wounded civilians were admitted to Batticaloa hospital. Kaththankudy Police are conducting inquires. A Mass protest campaign against LTTE in Jaffna - at 14:28 p.m hours on 14th October. A Mass protest campaign was held today (13) against the LTTE in Kayts, on the brutal assassination of three EPDP activists, on 12 October. Shopkeepers put up shutters, civilians hoisted black flags in the town. Transport services were stopped and all government offices were closed. The anti-LTTE protest campaign is a clear indication of the public indignation against the LTTE terrorism aimed at the elimination of their political opponents. Public sources in the area said that they would intensify their pressure against the tigers if they are going o continue these brutal acts. Army endeavors to get the captive soldiers released in Jaffna - at 09:57 am hours on 14th October Security forces are making every endeavour to obtain the release of the Army soldier private Samantha Weerasinghe of 4th Gemunu Watch captured by the LTTE. during confrontation in Muhamalai. In this regard, Sri Lanka Army is acting in consultation with the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) and ICRC. The captured soldier Weerasinghe of Pethangaswatta, Ilukkumbura, Bogahakumbura, Welimada born on 24th November 1985 was enlisted to the Army on 17 May 2004. Two more soldiers are also being detained by the LTTE. Arms recovered arms and ammunition in Jaffna - at 08:58 am hours on 14th October Acting on information received from a civilian at Kokuvil, Jaffna on 12 October, the following arms and ammunition recovered by the troops. 01 x T-56 Magazine 02 x Grenades 79 x Ammunition 01 x Pouches Tamil youth abducted in Jaffna - at 08:57 am hours on 14th October A 18-Year-old Tamil youth, Rajaratnam Baladaran was abducted by LTTE when he was staying in his residence at KOKUVIL, JAFFNA 11 October around 10.10 p.m. Police are conducting inquires. Young LTTE cadre surrenders - at 08:56 a.m hours on 14th October A 18-year-old LTTE cadre Irasu Sasikaran surrendered to the Thoppur Police post and produced before the Magistrate on 13 October 2006. In the courts the surrendee has revealed that he was abducted and taken to LTTE camp in VAKARAI, BATTICOLOA where about 500 personnel were being forced to work at their construction sites among whom there are school children and civilians. The majority were child recruits. They were engaged in constructing bunkers for the LTTE. In his statement to the courts he further said he decided to escape and surrender to the Army because he could no longer endure beatings. He revealed that there are so many others who are prepared to surrender. Situation Report on 15th October 2006 Two civilians gunned down by tiger terrorists in Jaffna - On 15th Oct 2006 at 2014 hours Tiger terrorists gunned down retired police officer saravanamuttu (58) whilst riding his bicycle on Pandari Amman Kovil road in POINT PEDRO on Sunday (15) around 8.30 a.m. In another incident today (15), around 11.00 a.m., two armed tiger terrorists gunned down the watcher of Christian boys school, Kopay identified as Arumathurai when he attempted to prevent them from entering the hall where a lecture was in progress. This is another instance of the callous disregard of the Tigers for human life. Police are conducting investigations. Tigers lob hand grenade at Police road picket in Vavuniya - on 15th Oct 2006 at 1825 hours Tiger terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at the "Transformer" junction police road picket in Pandarikulam around 12.00 noon on Sunday (15). Injured Policeman is admitted to hospital. Claymore explosion in Cheddikulam, Vavuniya - On 15th Oct 2006 at 1825 hours A Claymore mine was exploded near the "Kurusa" Junction by the Tiger terrorists when the Army and the Police were conducting a search operation on the Vavuniya-Mannar road on Sunday (15) around 8.20 a.m. No injuries were reported. A search operation was launched by troops. Tiger terrorists fire small arms at Police road block in Ampara - on 15th Oct 2006 at 1823 hours The Police retaliated with small arms when Tigers fired at a road block at bakkiela today (15) at 12.10 a.m. A Light Machine Gun (LMG) and the body of a Tiger terrorist was recovered in the search operations conducted by the Police after the incident. Tigers execute three civilians in Vavuniya - on 15th Oct 2006 at 1601 hours A group of five mango vendors were stopped by six Tiger terrorists today (15) riding three motor cycles around 9.30 a.m. at Mathawuvaithakulam Quarry. They were led about nine miles into the jungle and were robbed of rupees 36,000. Two of them were chased away. Vavuniya police recovered the three bodies of P.K. Gunathilke (35) and P.K. Upali (40) and Ranjith (38) who had been shot with their hands tied behind their back. Police are conducting investigations. Tiger terrorists fire small arms at Police road block in Vavuniya - on 15th Oct 2006 at 0732 hours Tiger terrorists fired small arms at a Police road block in Bakkiela , around 12.10 AM on Sunday (15). Two Home Guards on duty were injured and admitted to the Ampara hospital. Police are conducting a search operation in the area. Troops repulse tiger attack in Jaffna - On 15th Oct 2006 at 0707 hours Tiger terrorists fired mortar and artillery at Nagakovil, Eluththumaduval and Muhamalai Forward Defence Line (FDL) yesterday (14) and 10.45 p.m. Troops retaliated with Artillery and Mortars According to technical sources tigers sustained heavy casualties. Two soldiers were reported killed and 13 soldiers sustained injuries. LTTE fires mortar At Vavunathivu Army point in Batticaloa - on 15th Oct 2006 at 0706 hours Tiger terrorists fired 81 mm mortars at the Army point in Vavunatiwe today (15) 00.10 a.m. Troops retaliated with 81 mm Mortars. No injuries were reported. Situation Report on 16th October 2006. Air Force Jets Strike Tiger Military Base in Mullaittivu - on 16th Oct 2006 at 2116 hours Air force kfir jets pounded a tiger terrorist base in Puthukuddierippu in the evening hours today (16). According to intelligence sources, air strikes have completely destroyed the tiger military base. Kfir Crashes Into The Negombo Lagoon in Negombo - on 16th Oct 2006 at 1839 hours An air force kfir jet crashed into to the Negombo Lagoon due to a technical fault around 5.45 p.m. today (16). The pilot escaped without injuries. Due to the timely action of the pilot damage to civilian property was averted. The Air Force is conducting further investigations. Claymore Mine Attack On Army in Jaffna - on 16th Oct 2006 at 1802 hours LTTE attacked Army foot patrol with a claymore mine at 12.50 p.m. today (16) at Uduppidi in Jaffna. One Army soldier and one Police officer died. Troops Recover Weapons On Civilian Information in Jaffna - on 16th Oct 2006 at 0736 hours On information provided by a civilian, troops recovered from an abandoned house in Illaveli 1 x T-56 assault rifle, 02 x Magazines, 28 x live rounds of ammunition and 2 x hand grenades on Sunday (15) at 8.00 p.m. Tiger Terrorists Fire Mortars at Army Camp in Batticoloa - on 16th Oct 2006 at 0735 hours Tiger terrorists fired 81 mm mortars at the Vavunathivu Army camp on Sunday (15) around 9.35 p.m. Troops repulsed the attack. One soldier was killed by mortar fire. Situation Report on 17th October 2006. Tiger Pistol Gang Fire Civilians in Trincomalee on 17th Oct 2006 at 6.30 p.m Tiger pistol gang fired at two young civilians at 6.30 p.m. today (17) near Vidyaloka College in Trincomalee, killing one. The other suffered serious injuries and admitted to Trincomalee hospital. This also shows their continued killing spree of innocent civilians. The Trincomalee Police are conducting further inquiries. Hand Grenade Recovered at Sandilipai in Jaffna - on 17th Oct 2006 at 10.20 a.m Troops recovered a hand grenade during their route clearing operation at 10.20 a.m. today (17) at Sandilipai in Jaffna. Army Bomb Disposal Team defused the grenade subsequently. LTTE Assassinate a Civilian at Sandilipai in Jaffna - on 17th Oct 2006 at 11.00 a.m LTTE assassinated an unarmed civilian named Kuruthwaran aged 32 at 11.00 a.m. today (17) at Sandilipai Street in JAFFNA. LTTE continues its killing spree of unarmed civilians to create fear and to disrupt their day to day lives. LTTE Attack Muhamalai FDL in Jaffna - on 17th Oct 2006 at 6.40 a.m LTTE fired at Forward Defence Line using small arms at 6.40 a.m. today (17) at Muhamalai in Jaffna. The Army retaliated. One soldier received minor injuries Air Strikes On LTTE Targets Mankulam and Mullaitivu - on 17th Oct 2006 at morning Sri Lanka Air Force conducted air raids on identified two Tiger sea bases in Mullaittivu and an identified LTTE military camp in Mankulam on Tuesday (17) morning. The Air Force sources said the strikes had been precise. It is believed that the air strikes had inflicted heavy damages to terrorists. Tiger Claymore Targets Navy Convoy at Sambalthivu in Trincomalee - on 17th Oct 2006 at 10.45 am Tiger terrorists exploded a claymore mine targeting a Navy convoy at Sambalthivu (6th Post) around 10.45 a.m. today (17). No injuries were reported to sailors. Investigations reveal that the claymore mine had been fixed on a Palmyra tree. This is yet another incident that shows that the Tigers are engaged in a shadow war in the pretext of entering negotiations Tigers Kill Police Constable Reporting For Duty at Kaththankudi in Batticaloa - on 17th Oct 2006 at 5.20 am Tiger terrorists shot dead a Police constable attached to the Navakkudi Police check point in the Kaththankudi Police division around 5.20 a.m. today (17). The Police constable was on his way to report for duty when the tigers gunned him down. The Kaththankudi Police are conducting investigations. Home Guard Point Attacked at Damana in Ampara - on 17th Oct 2006 at 3.15 am Tiger terrorists fired a Home Guard point with small arms at Damana, Ampara around 3.15 a.m. today (17). An injured Home Guard was admitted to Ampara hospital. Situation Report on 18th October 2006. Government Denies Foreign Media reports in Galle - on 18th Oct 2006 at 1739 hours Attack on Galle Naval Harbour Averted The government totally denies the eruption of communal riots as reported in the aftermath of the failed terrorist suicide attack on the Galle naval base and the harbour this morning. The Senior Superintendent of Police in charge of Galle division Mr. Keerthi De Silva informed that no incident took place as reported by certain foreign media based here in Colombo. The public remained calm and situation of the Galle town and suburbs is free from any incidents. The Galle public has not fallen into the LTTE trap and the LTTE's attempt to create a backlash has utterly failed. 15 sailors were injured and one has been killed. 14 civilians who suffered injuries due to the Tiger disposable Rocket Propeller Grenade attack carried out by the Sea Tigers onboard are receiving treatment at the Karapitiya Base hospital Air Force bombers hit tiger military base in Batticaloa - on 18th Oct 2006 at 1405 gours Air force kfir jets launched air strikes on an identified Tiger military base in Illuppadichena around 9.30 a.m. today (18) According to technical and field intelligence sources this base had been used by the tigers to train their cadres and to launch attacks on the Security Forces. Tigers blast two suicide boats at Dakshina Navy base entrance in Galle - on 18th Oct 2006 at 0917 hours Three sea tiger suicide boats mingling among normal fishing boats had attempted to enter the Dakshina Naval Base this morning. On detection the Navy had fired warning shots towards the boats destroying one suicide boat completely. The other two boats detonated at the entrance of the harbour. Two Inshore Patrol Craft (IPC) were damaged in the incident. The Navy along with the Security Forces in the area has taken steps necessary to control the situation. Further details will follow. Tigers attack Army check point in Batticaloa - on 18th Oct 2006 at 0804 hours Tiger terrorists fired small arms at the Siththandi Army check point with small arms yesterday (17) around 12.30 p.m. The Army retaliated. One Soldier sustained minor injuries in the attack. Two people arrested on suspicion at road block in Vavuniya - on 18th Oct 2006 at 0801 hours Police arrested two people on suspicion at the Parayanakulum road block around 2.00 p.m. yesterday (17) The suspects were traveling in a lorry from VAVUNIYA towards Nanaththni when it was stopped and checked at the Parayanakulum Police road block. The Following items were recovered by the police Test Tubes (Diameter - 2cm, Length - 14cm) - 11 boxes of 420 each Test Tubes (Diameter - 3.5cm, Length - 20cm) - 62 boxes 120 each Armour plates (4 x 8 Feet) - 11 Fire Extinguishes - 2 The Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 20th October 2006. Arms & ammunitions recovered in Trincomalee - On 20th Oct 2006 at 1816 hours Acting on information received from a civilian, following arms and ammunitions were recovered in a house at Central Road, Muttur on Friday (20) around 10.30 a.m. Hand Grenades - 09 GPMG bullets - 101 T-56 bullets - 101 40 mm Grenade Launcher bombs - 05 The vigilance of civilians and their cooperation extended to the Security Forces are clearly indicated from the recovery. Hand Grenade attack On Police post in Vavuniya - on 20th Oct 2006 at 1214 hours Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade at the Police Post at Pancharakulam, Vavuniya on Friday (20) around 9.20 a.m. One Police Constable was injured and was rushed to Vavuniya hospital. Abortive Attack On Galle Naval Base; Seven Bodies Washed Ashore in Galle - On 20th Oct 2006 at 1139 hours Seven bodies believed to be of tiger terrorist suicide cadres were found washed ashore in Galle, four a day after the abortive attack on the Dakshina Naval Base and three, this morning (20 Friday). The four bodies were handed over to the harbor Police and later transferred to Karapitiya hospital. Three bodies remain at the Galle Jetty. Troops At Observation Post Recover Hand Grenade in Mannar - on 20th Oct 2006 at 0825 hours Troops at an observation post while searching the area recovered a hand grenade at Malagapiddi around 1.30 p.m. on Thursday (19). Tiger Terrorists Fire Mortars At Army Point in Batticaloa - on 20th Oct 2006 at 0728 hours Tiger terrorists fired 81mm mortars at the Chenkalady Black Bridge Army point yesterday (19) at 9.30 p.m. Troops retaliated with mortar fire. No casualties were reported. Situation Report on 21st October 2006. Police recover explosives at Road Block in Kalpitiya - on 21 Oct 2006 at 7.00 p.m Police recovered 15 Gelignite sticks and 2 1/2 feet of detonator cord from a Kalpitiya bound private bus at the Mampuriya roadblock around 7.00 p.m. today (21). The private bus was heading towards Kalpitiya from Puttlam when it was stopped for a security check at the Mampuriya Police road block. The Kalpitiya Police are conducting investigations Tigers Assault And Murder EX-Cadre at Sittandy in Batticaloa - on 21st Oct 2006 The body of Sudesh Kumar (17) who was abducted by the LTTE four days ago was found in the Sittandy area by his parents last night. His parents had reported the murder of their son to the Eravur Police today (21). According to the latest information, the boy had been brutally assaulted before being killed. Sudesh Kumar was abducted by the LTTE four days ago. Following his abduction, his parents visited the tigers and pleaded his release as he was the only child in the family. Last night Sudesh Kumar had escaped from the LTTE. But his freedom was short lived. He was hunted down by the 'liberator' of the Tamil people, the LTTE better known as Tamil Tigers. Tigers Amidst Hindu Devotees Lob Hand Grenade At Army Check Point in Batticaloa - on 21st Oct 2006 at 12.55 p.m Troops refrained from retaliating to a tiger terrorist hand grenade attack on an Army check point in Vandaramulla, Chenkaladdy today (21) due to the presence of a large number of Hindu devotees in the vicinity. A tiger cadre mingling among Hindu devotees who were on their way to the Kovil on Deepavali day hurled a hand grenade at an Army check point in Vandaramulla around 12.55 p.m. today. Following the attack the tiger cadre disappeared into the crowd making it impossible for the Army to retaliate. One Soldier sustained minor injuries in the incident. Tiger Terrorist Attack Repulsed at Poowarasamkulam in Vavuniya - on 21st Oct 2006 at 10.30 a.m Tiger terrorists fired small arms at the Policemen repairing the bunkers in the Poowarasamkulam Sector Three FDL's on Saturday (21) at 10.30 a.m. The Police retaliated. No casualties were reported by the Police Navy Special Boat Squadron Destroys Two Sea Tiger Boats at Kayts in Jaffna - on 21 Oct 2006 Two sea tiger boats attempted to enter Kayts island Naval Base in the early hours of Saturday (21). The two Sea Tiger boats were destroyed and six Sea Tigers were killed when the Special Boat Squadron repulsed the attack. No casualties to own troops were reported. Ex-LTTE Member Gunned Down By Tiger Terrorists at Sittandy in Batticaloa - on 21st Oct 2006 The body of a youth (aged about 17) who had escaped from the LTTE and gunned down by the Tiger terrorists on Friday (20) night in Sittandy, Eravur on Friday (20) was recovered by the Eravur Police on Saturday (21) on information received from the public. Police are now conducting inquiries. Situation Report on 22nd October 2006. Tigers hurled hand grenade at troops in Jaffna - at 08.06 a.m. hours on 22nd October Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade at an Army bunker in Point Pedro on Saturday (21) around 7.35 p.m. No casualties to own troops. Army Route Patrol Attacked in Jaffna - at 15:34 p.m. hours on 22nd October Tiger terrorists fired at Army route patrol with small arms injuring one soldier and a civilian at 2nd mile post, Thirunanweli on 22 Sunday around 9.00 a.m. Claymore Mine Attack in Jaffna - at 15:36 p.m. hours on 22nd October A claymore mine was detonated targeting a group of soldiers engaged in a cordon and search operation at Wadiri junction on 22 October around 1.20 p.m. One soldier was injured. Fishermen Discover Two Decomposed Dead Bodies in Talaimannar - at 17:48 p.m. hours on 22nd October Fishermen have brought ashore badly decomposed two dead bodies from a sand dune which was 10-12 nautical miles away from the seashore at 10.45 a.m. today (22) at Pesalai in Talaimannar. The dead are residents at 8th Section in Pesalai. Talaimannar police are conducting further investigations. LTTE Attack At Army Personnel At Omanthai in Vavuniya - at 18:57 p.m. hours on 22nd October LTTE attacked at army personnel at Omanthai today (22) at 2.00 p.m. using small arms. Army retaliated. Facing retaliation, LTTE had fled. Subsequent to search operation by the Army, they discovered one T-56 and a magazine. No damage had been done to the Army personnel. LTTE Attack Home Guard Security Point Nugelanda in Ampara - at 19:17 p.m. hours on 22nd October LTTE using small arms attacked the home guard security point at 5.45 p.m. today (22) at 39 canal area, Nugelanda, Ampara. The tiger terrorists fled when the Special Task Force (STF) rushed to the security point and retaliated. In a search operation, one T-56 assault rifle and a magazine was recovered by the STF. One home guard sustained minor injuries. Situation Report on 23rd October 2006. Civilian shot dead by tiger pistol gang in Trincomalee - on 23rd Oct 2006 at 1706 hours Civilian riding a bicycle was shot dead by the Tiger pistol gang in Serunuwara, Thanganagar area around 1.05 p.m. today (23). The victim was identified as Nadarajah Indran (23) of Kiliweddi. Nadarajah Indran succumbed to injuries on admission to Serunuwara hospital. Tiger terrorists fled the scene after the attack. Army recovers a land mine in Vavuniya - on 23rd Oct 2006 at 1625 hours On Information by a civilian the Army recovered a land mine weighing 15 kilos on Good Shed road around 2.15 p.m. today (23). The land mine had been buried by the Tigers on the side of the road. Subsequently, the Army Bomb disposal team defused the land mine. Civilian shot dead by tiger terrorists in Vavuniya - on 23rd Oct 2006 at 1359 hours LTTE pistol group fired at two civilians in Poonthottam around 1030 hrs on Monday (23). Pradeep Jayasinghe of Landuhena, Pitigala succumbed to his injuries and Vasantha Ruban sustained injuries. bout a fortnight earlier, Tiger terrorists killed three Sinhalese civilians who had gone to purchase mangoes in this area. Civilians demand re-opening of A9 in uncleared area - on 23rd Oct 2006 at 1245 hours Hundreds of Tamil civilians staged a protest in front of the Government Agent's Office this morning (23) demanding the re-opening of the Omanthai Entry/Exit point in tiger controlled areas. According to Police sources, the protestors were civilians who couldn't cross over to tiger controlled areas due to the closure of the Omanthai Entry/Exit in tiger controlled area following the visit of Japan's special envoy Yashushi Akashi to the Vanni. The Omanthai Entry/Exit point in Government controlled area remains open for civilian movement. Hindu clergy shot dead in Vavuniya - on 23rd Oct 2006 at hours Hindu clergy Jeganathan Aiyar Sivapada Sharma of Thoorni Amman Kovil, Poonthottam in Srinagar, Vavuniya who had maintained good relations with the Security Forces was shot by an unidentified gunman at 9.00 p.m. on Sunday (22). He was pronounced dead on admission to Vavuniya hospital. Tiger terrorists kidnap two teenagers in Trincomalee - on 23rd Oct 2006 at 1046 hours Tiger terrorists in civilian clothes kidnapped two teenagers Konam Sathyarajah (14) and Rasamanickam Selvarajah (14) around 9.30 p.m. on Sunday (22 at Thanganagar, Trincomalee. It is believed that these kids were abducted to be employed as child soldiers. SLMM is to be informed. Tigers fire mortars at police check point in Batticaloa - on 23rd Oct 2006 at 1045 hours Tiger terrorist fired mortars at the Police Check Point Vavunathivu on the Batticoloa- Vavuniya road at 06.40 a.m. on Monday (23). Police Sergeant and a civilian were injured and admitted to Batticoloa hospital. Police recover an explosive device in Kurunagala - on 23rd Oct 2006 at 1044 hours The police recovered a hand grenade near Kotuhena Wewa, Gokarella at 7.10 p.m. on Sunday (22). Army Bomb Disposal Team de-activated the explosive devices. Police recover anti-personnel mines in Vavuniya - on 23rd Oct 2006 at 1042 hours The police recovered 09 x anti- Personnel mines at 10.40 a.m. on Sunday (22) from Pompeimadu, Vavuniya. Army Bomb Disposal Team de- activated the mines. Situation Report on 25th October 2006. STF Camp under tiger small arms and mortar fire in Ampara at 18:59 p.m hours on 25th October Tigers attacked the sangamankanda special task force (STF) camp with small arms and mortar fire around 8.45 a.m. today (25) No damage to troops were reported. Troops retaliated. Young Terrorist Surrenders in Trincomalee At 09:28 a.m hours on 25th October A tiger terrorist aged 22 surrendered to the Selvanagar Army camp, Kantalai yesterday (24) around 2.30 p.m. In a statement made, he confessed that he was forcibly "recruited" to be trained as an LTTE cadre and had to undergo hardships and harassment. He has received training for 07 months at the LTTE training camp at Verugal, Sampur. This is yet another instance of the frustration of the disillusioned youth who forcibly recruited to be trained as terrorist cadres. 52 Anti Personnel Mines Recovered in Tricomalee At 09:27 a.m hours 25th October While the soldiers attached to the Selvanagar Army camp were conducting a search operation for Anti Personnel (AP) mines and landmines, they recovered 52 AP on 24 October.. Situation Report on 28th October 2006 Soldiers Injured by Tiger Mortar fire at Jaffna - on 28th Oct 2006 at 7.40 p.m Three soldiers were injured in three incidents on Saturday (28) at 12.45 p.m. and 7.40 p.m. respectively in the Jaffna area due to mortar fire by Tiger terrorists. Three Family Members Injured by Tiger fire at Vandaramulla in Batticaloa - on 28th Oct 2006 at 7.30 p.m Tiger terrorists fired at a family in Vandaramulla who opposed them and injured three on Saturday (28) at 7.30 p.m Troops Recover Weapons and Explosives at Thiremadu in Batticaloa - on 28th Oct 2006 On information received from the public troops recovered a micro pistol, a Claymore Mine, 01 x Hand Grenade, and a T-56 Assault Rifle from Thiremadu in the morning on Saturday (28) Troops Recover Weapons and Accessories at Nelunkulama in Vavuniya - on 28th Oct 2006 at 4.30 p.m On information form the public troops recovered a suicide jacket, 01 x Claymore Mine and a T-56 Assault Rifle from Nelunkulama at 4.30 p.m. on Saturday (28). Two Soldiers Killed by Tiger Fire at Mirusuvil in Jaffna - on 28th Oct 2006 at 12.45 p.m Two soldiers were killed by tiger small arms fire in Mirusuvil North at 12.45 p.m. on Saturday (28). Terrorists Attack Repulsed at Eravur in Batticaloa - on 28th Oct 2006 at 5.30 p.m Police on patrol duty today (28) detected the suspicious movement of two persons on a bicycle. When ordered to stop. They had hurled a hand grenade, at the Police. When the Police retaliated, the terrorists were injured. The incident took place near the public market in Eravur today (28) around 5.30 p.m. The injured were hospitalized. Tiger Small Arm Fire Successfully Repulsed at Ampara - on 28th Oct 2006 at 7.00 p.m Tiger terrorists attacked STF post with small arms on today (28) around 7 p.m. STF retaliated. During the subsequent search operation two dead bodies of terrorists and two weapons were found. A Haul of Arms Recovered at Kandalkadu in Trincomalee - on 28th Oct 2006 at 12.30 p.m The Sri Lanka Army recovered a haul of arms and ammunition in an abandoned LTTE camp in Kandalkadu, on today (28) around 12.30 p.m. Civilian Killed at Thoppur in Trincomalee - on 28th Oct 2006 at 3.45 p.m Tiger terrorists killed a Tamil civilian Nalliah Shivakumar (41) in Thoppur, Maligativu, in Trincomalee on today (28) around 3.45 p.m. The body has been taken to Muttur hospital. Muttur Police are conducting investigations Soldier Killed When Tigers Fired at Picket Point in Mawadiwembu - on 28th Oct 2006 at 12.35 p.m A soldier was seriously injured when tiger terrorists fired at an army Picket Point in Mawadiwembu at 12.35 p.m. on Saturday (28). The injured soldier succumbed to his injuries on the way to Batticaloa hospital. Tiger Terrorists Target Security Forces While At Peace Talk - on 28th Oct 2006 Tiger terrorists targeted a STF truck by detonating a claymore mine near the Eluvaththuval hospital on the Akkaraipattu - Kalmunai road around 10.15 a.m. on Saturday (28). Four occupants were in the vehicle. Three were injured and admitted to Eluvaththuval hospital. One of them sustained severe injuries. TMVP Member Shot by Unidentified Gunman at Chenkaladi in Batticaloa - on 28th Oct 2006 An unidentified gunman shot an employee of the Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal (TMVP) office identified as Bharatha around 7.10 a.m. near Chenkaladi market on Saturday (28). He has been admitted to Batticaloa hospital with severe injuries. Eravur Police are conducting inquiries. Tiger Terrorists Target Police Route Clearing Patrol at Veppankulam in Vavuniya - on 28th Oct 2006 at 7.45 a.m Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting a Police route clearing patrol around 7.45 a.m. on Saturday (28) in Veppankulam. Three injured Police Constables were admitted to Vavuniya hospital. Situation Report on 29th October 2006 LTTE Lobbed Hand Grenades at Vavuniya - on 29th Oct 2006 at 10.00 p.m. Tiger terrorists lobbed four hand grenades to Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament Mr. S. Kishor's house around 10.00 p.m. today (29) Due to the incident one Police constable got injured and rushed to Vavuniya Hospital. Police also recovered one Hand Grenade in the scene. Tiger Claymore Explodes Prewaturaly: Killing 05 Civilians at Uddupiddi in Jaffna - on 29th Oct 2006 at 3.00 p.m. Tiger claymore mine fix on to a bicycle exploded accidentally while it was being transported by a Tiger terrorist at Uddupiddi Junction, Jaffna around 3.00 p.m. today (29). Due to explosion five innocent civilians were killed and two others were injured. LTTE terrorist who was carrying the claymore mine also killed leaving body damaged. After search in the area troops recovered a Hand Grenade in LTTE cadres possession. Escapees Shot at by Tigers at Vandaramulla in Batticaloa - on 29th Oct 2006 around 7.00 am. Three Tiger cadres who had escaped from their camp were pursued by terrorists at Vandaramulla between 6.30 and 7.00 a.m. today (29). One escapee died and the other was injured. The injured escapee was admitted to the Chenkaladi hospital. Many Tigers cadres had escaped their camps and surrendered to the security forces recently Situation Report on 30th October 2006 Tiger Shelling Against The SL Army in Batticaloa - at 20:17 hours 30 October. Tiger terrorists are waging an artillery and mortar attack at the Kadjuwatta and Mankerni Army camps in Batticaloa from Vakarai and Panichchankerni, since evening today (30). The troops are retaliating the tiger attack with artillery and mortars. Local Government Member Killed in Trincomalee - at 19:12 hours on 30th October Gopala Sundaram, a member of the Verugal Pradeshiya Sabha was shot dead by an unidentified gunman on 30 October (Monday) around 11.30 a.m. at Serunuwara, Kiliveddi in Trincomalee. Serunuwara Police are conducting investigations. Two Civilians Shot Dead in Batticaloa - at 16:46 hours on 30 October Two civilians were shot dead using a T-56 by LTTE near Sathurukondan Colony road in a jungle area on the 29th October night. One of the dead was a young Tamil, identified as Kristopher CHRISTIAN aged 28 years resident of Eravur. The other aged 35 has not yet been identified. The BATTICALOA Police are conducting further investigation.. Fishermen shot by LTTE tiger in Batticaloa - at 16:44 hours ob 30th October Tiger terrorists shot two civilians who went fishing in Kannankuda on 29 October (Sunday) around 00.30 a.m. One person Thambipillai Rajan (34) was injured and the other escaped unhurt. The injured person was admitted to the Batticaloa hospital. The Batticaloa Police are conducting investigations. This is one of so many attacks on civilians by Tigers in recent months. LTTE Cadres Surrender in Trincomalee - at 16:16 hours on 30th October Sixteen LTTE members who were undergoing training at the LTTE camp at Kadiraveli surrendered to the Army on 30 October (today). Nine LTTE cadres surrendered to the Mahindapura Army camp and seven others to Serunuwara camp. Within the past ten days a total of twenty seven LTTE cadres have escaped from the tigerr camps and surrendered to the Security Forces. Serunuwara Police are conducting investigations. Tigers Miss Target in Trincomalee - at 15:08 hours on 30th October A claymore mine targeting Security Forces exploded missing the target at the 6th Mile Post at 11.45 a.m. on the Trincomalee - Nilaveli road. No casualties were reported Tigers Threaten And Kill Tamil Civilians in Jaffna - at 15:06 hours on 30th October Jaffna on Sunday (29) tigers who had fixed a claymore mine to a bicycle exploded killing five civilians and the terrorist at Uduppiddi at about 3.00 p.m. In another incident the Tigers who had kidnapped a child on Friday (30) had threatened the relatives with reprisals when they came for evening prayers warning them not to report the incident to the police or the Security Forces. Fearing reprisals as they know that not heeding warnings by the Tigers could mean death they had fled to another area. Again on the 29th Tiger terrorists lobbed a grenade at the house of a TNA Member of Parliament around 10.00 p.m. The Police Constable on duty sustained sever injuries. The Tigers have demonstrated again and again that they disregard human life although they preach human rights to the International community. Troops recoveries T - 56 on a civilian information in Vavuniya - at 05:40 hours on October Vavuniya on information received from a civilian, troops recovered a T - 56 weapon, four magazines and two hand grenades in Thavasikulam, Vavuniya around 7.00 p.m. on Sunday (29). Vavniya Police are conducting further inquiries. Situation Report on 31st October 2006 Navy Destroys Tiger Logistic Craft in Mannar - at 22:11 p.m hours on 31st October Naval craft on patrol off the sand banks in Mannar completely destroyed a Sea Tiger logistic craft attempting to cross the sand banks around 5.00 p.m. today (31) An inshore patrol craft (IPC) and a fiber glass dingy detected the tiger logistic craft near the sand banks attempting to cross from the South to the North. Due to the effective and accurate naval fire power the tiger craft exploded making it evident that it was carrying a significant consignment of explosives. Naval diving teams that commenced a salvage operation immediately at the location recovered the following items: 120 mm high explosive mortar bombs - 27 Boxes (One in each box) 12.7 x 108 mm ammunition - 85 rounds The salvage operation is to continue and it is expected that more items would be recovered tomorrow. This is yet another defeat suffered by the tigers in the face of the Navy at Sea despite the assurance given by the tiger delegation in Geneva to respect the Cease Fire Agreement. Civilians Help Army Curb Terrorism In The East in Batticaloa - at 18:27 p.m hours on 31st October On information received from a civilian, the Army recovered a Rocket Propelled Grenade Launcher (RPG) with three rounds in PETHALE near the Murugan Kovil around 5.30 p.m. today (31). Meanwhile in Siththandi, the Army recovered two hand grenades from an abandoned house around 1.30 p.m. today (31). The two hand grenades were recovered on a tip off by a civilian in the area. Security Forces believe that these armaments would have been brought by the tigers to launch attacks against troops. Unidentified Gunman Shot Dead a Civilian in Jaffna - at 18:27 p.m hours on 31st October An unidentified gunman shot dead a resident at Thumpalai in point pedro at 9.00 a.m. today (31). He was identified as Ramalingam Thavathurai (47) Two Persons With Arms Kidnap Two Civilians in Batticaloa - at 18:25 p.m hours on 31st October Two armed persons have kidnapped two civilians identified as Gunadasa Thushiyan DE KUMAR (18) and Pradeepan on monday (30) at 5.30 p.m. in front Bank of Ceylon Chenkaladi at Eravur. Tigers Attack STF Foot Patrol in Ampara - at 16:37 p.m hours on 31st October Tiger terrorists opened fire at a Special Task Force (STF) foot patrol in the 14th Colony area around 2.00 p.m. today (31). Tiger cadres fled the area amidst heavy retaliation by the STF. Three STF personnel were injured in the attack. One STF soldier succumbed to injuries on the way to the hospital. It is believed that tiger terrorists are continuing their trail of violence to disrupt normalcy in the area. STF Kill Two LTTE Members in Ampara - at 16:35 p.m hours on 31st October Two tiger cadres attempting to shoot at Special Task Force (STF) personnel on a foot patrol were killed by the STF fire today (31) around 1.40 p.m. These two cadres had been on a motor cycle whilst the STF was on patrol and found with two hand grenades in possession when interrogated and checked. On interrogation the two cadres had guided the STF patrol, to a nearby hamlet "Korai Watte" near Vinayagapuram, Thirikkovil indicating that there are more arms and ammunitions there. At "Korai Watte" the two cadres attempted to fire at the STF personnel using a hidden pistol at which the STF retaliated killing both. Claymore Attack On Soldiers In Transit in Vavuniya - at 09:09 am hours on 31st October A claymore mine was detonated, targeting a group of soldiers who were traveling on holiday in a truck at Poorawasamkulam, Vavuniya on 31 Tuesday around 7.50 a.m. One soldier was killed and three were injured. Situation Report on 01st November 2006 Civilians vacate homes in fear as tigers invade villages - Batticaloa - at 21:03 p.m hours on 01st November Batticaloa 189 Civilians from the Kaddimurichchikulam and Kirimichchiya villages crossed over to Government controlled Punani and Marnkerni in the BATTICALOA district today (01) after tiger cadres invaded their villages. According to civilians, tigers are constructing bunkers and moving logistics into Kaddimurichchikulam and Kirimichchiya villages. Civilians had revealed to the Field Commanders of Punani and Marnkerni Army bases that there is a strong tiger cadre presence in their villages. Their villages have been transformed into military zones with the tiger cadre build up in the area civilians revealed. Normal day to day life has completely come to a halt in these villages gripping people with fear. Civilians who escaped in fear said that they were forced to dig bunkers by the tigers. Out of the 189 civilians that entered Government controlled areas today, 156 arrived at Punani while another 33 arrived at Marnkerni. 23 out of the 189 who arrived were infants. The Army is taking care of these civilians providing them with food, water and shelter. Tiger attack with artillery in Batticaloa - at 12:51 p.m hours on 01st November The tiger terrorists attacked the Kajuwatta Army camps at Kadiraveli continually this morning (01) with artillery and mortar. In retaliation the Air Force conducted air strikes on identified locations where LTTE artillery and mortars are deployed. Claymore Attack on the Checkpoint in Vavuniya - at 12:50 p.m hours on 01st November Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting checkpoint at Goodshed Road, VAVUNIYA on Wednesday (01) around 11.30 a.m. One soldier, one Home Guard and a civilian who received injuries were admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. The civilian later succumbed to his injuries. The Army is conducting a cordon and search operation. Hand Grenade Attack in Mannar - at 08:57 am hours on 01st November Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade at a Army/Police check point at MANNAR on 31 October around 6.25 p.m. No casualties or damages to property have been reported. Home Guard Killed in Trincomalee - at 08:56 am hours on 01st November Tiger terrorists fired small arms at a Home Guard check point at Neelapola, TRINCOMALEE today (01) at 00.40 a.m. One Home Guard was killed in the attack. LTTE Cadre Surrenders in Batticaloa - at 08:55 am hours on 01st November Yet another ltte cadre surrendered to Kajuwatta Army camp on 31 October. He had been abducted at KOKKADICHOLAI on 25 July 2006 and forcibly detained. Claymore Attack On Soldiers In Transit in Vavuniya - at 09:09 hours on 31st October A claymore mine was detonated, targeting a group of soldiers who were traveling on holiday in a truck at Poorawasamkulam, Vavuniya on 31 Tuesday around 7.50 a.m. One soldier was killed and three were injured. Situation Report on 02nd November 2006 LTTE Fired at the STF in Batticaloa - on 02nd Nov 2006 at 7.50 p.m. LTTE fired at a STF foot petrol at 7.50 p.m. today (02) near Sathurukondan tank. Subsequently STF have retaliated. After a search operation launched by the STF, they discovered a dead body of a LTTE member, 01 T56 weapon, 03 Magazines, 01 Hand Grenade and a Search Light. LTTE pistol gang shot dead a three wheeler driver at Trincomalee - on 02nd Nov 2006 at 4.00 p.m LTTE pistol gang shot dead a three wheeler driver aged 29 around 4.00 p.m. at Ganesh road today (02). According to Police, LTTE have killed him because he was a Sinhalese. The body is now lying in the Trincomalee hospital. The Trincomalee Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE leader and four cadres taken into custody at Valikamam in Jaffna - on 02nd Nov 2006 at 10.00 a.m While on a search operation the Security Forces have taken a LTTE Leader and four Cadres into custody with two T56 weapons, One Claymore mine, Five Hand Grenades and Live rounds of ammunition around 10.00 a.m. today (02) During the interrogation the LTTE detainees disclosed that they have come to Valikamam to attack a Security Camp. Air Force engages tiger bases at Kilinochchi - on 02nd Nov 2006 at 2.00 p.m With the Tamil tigers preparing for offensives in the East the, Sri Lankan Air force conducted well planned air strikes today on to well identified tiger targets in Mannar and Kilinochchi to preempt the LTTE's offensive efforts. The first target engaged during early hours was a sea tiger base located North of Mannar and the target details were confirmed both by ground and electronic intelligence sources' to the Air Force. The other target engaged around 2.00 p.m was a tiger's military training base located South East of Kilinochchi. The intelligence and surveillance sources confirmed as heavy damages to the tigers Soldier killed by tiger terrorist artillery fire at Muhamalai in Jaffna - on 02nd Nov 2006 at 1.30 a.m Tiger terrorists fired artillery and mortars at the Muhamalai Forward Defence Lines (FDLs) at 1.30 a.m. on Thursday (02). Troops retaliated. One Soldier was reported Killed and two injured. Situation Report on 03rd November 2006 Security forces recover claymore mine in Vavuniya - at 9:10 hours on 03rd November During a army-police joint route clearing on Vavuniya-Mannar road, troops recovered a claymore mine inside a culvert at the Veppankulan junction. Army bomb disposal unit had disposed the mine. Civilian information leads to weapons haul in Trincomalee - at 9:30 hours on 03rd November On information provided by a civilian, Police found in a bag dumped in a garbage pit, 4 x Land Mines, 2 x RPG rounds, 2 x Anti Personnel Mines and 1 x Claymore mine in Vihare Lane.The Navy Bomb Disposal team has defused the mines. Police recover 20 grenades under kosgoda egodaduwa meda palama - at 9:25 hours on 03rd November Police on information received from a civilian recovered 20 hand grenades in five Plastic pipes containing four hand grenades each, hidden under the bridge at Kosgoda, today around (03) 9.25 a.m. The STF Bomb Disposal Team has been called to defuse the grenades. Kosgoda Police are conducting further inquiries. Increasing numbers of civilians reporting to security forces in Batticaloa - at 12:40 hours on 03rd November Since the 1st of November until Thursday (02) evening noon, Tamil civilians in fear of harassment and reprisals from Tiger terrorists have reported to the Security Forces seeking security for themselves and their families. On Wednesday (01), 115 families consisting of 123 males, 135 females, 45 boys and 43 girls reported to the Security Forces. On Thursday, 50 families consisting of 45 males, 50 females, 34 boys, and 35 girls totaling 164 have reported to the Security Forces. By evening Thursday (02), a total of 165 families consisting of 530 persons have reported. More tiger targets engaged By 'Kfirs' in Batticaloa/Mannar - at 12:55 hours on 03rd November The air force kfir jets engaged well identified tiger targets today in the morning hours causing heavy damages to their bases and the other facilities therein. The Air Force sources said that the targets were selected and engaged on accurate intelligence and were kept under surveillance continuously even whilst being attacked. One target engaged at 9.30 a.m. was a Tiger training and a transit base located at Kadiraweli and the other two around 10.45 a.m. were sea tiger bases located along the coast North of MANNAR. Intelligence sources confirmed that the tigers have suffered seriously due to these attacks and these bases were used to launch attacks at the Security Force's detachments at MANNAR and Baticaloa. Female Shot At By Tiger Terrorists - Ampara, at 18:30 hours 3 Nov 2006 Tiger terrorists shot Chandrakumar Thilakawathie (23) near Murugan Kovil, in Sangamankanda. The injured woman has been admitted to Akkaraipattu hospital. Tiger Terrorist Fire At Home Guard Point - Ampara at 20:35 hours on 3 Nov 2006 Tiger terrorists fired small arms at a home Guard point at 39 Channel, Nugelanda, Ampara. Home Guards retaliated. No casualties reported. Situation Report on 04th November 2006 Terrorist Attack STF - Ampara at 07:30 Hours on 4 Nov 2006 Ampara: Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine and fired small arms targeting STF personnel traveling in a jeep near the 12th mile post on the Ampara - Pottuvil road on 04 November. One Policeman died and two injured in the blast. Tigers Attack Security Forces - Trincomalee at 09:35 hours on 4 Nov 2006 Tiger terrorist detonated a claymore mine on the 3rd Mile Post, Alles Watta, at 09:35 a.m. on Saturday (04) when Navy troops were on a route clearing patrol. Two sailors killed and another sailor was injured in the incident In another incident on Saturday (04), troops on a route clearing patrol recovered a hand grenade a near the Trincomalee Technical College road. The bomb was defused by the Army Bomb Disposal Team Situation Report on 05th November 2006 Yet another terrorist attack - Trincmalee at 20:56 Hours on 05th November 2006 Tiger terrorists fired small arms at observation point at Elankantai, Trincomalee today (05) around 3.25 p.m. Two soldiers were injured and were rushed to hospital. Terrorist Attack In Ambush - Batticaloa at 16:28 Hours on 05th November 2006 Tiger terrorists in ambush targeted an Army foot patrol at Vandaramoolai, Valaichchenai today (05) around 2.30 p.m. The soldiers retaliated and in a subsequent cordon and search operation were able to recover a T-56 weapon, three magazines and 86 T-56 live ammunition. Many terrorists are believed to have been killed in the retaliation. More Tamil Families Seek Security From The Forces - Batticaloa at 09:09 on 05th November 2006 On Friday (03), a total of 10 Tamil Families consisting of 34 members arrived from the un-cleared areas north of Batticaloa to government controlled areas seeking security from the Forces. Since Wednesday (01) is total of 175 families consisting of 564 members have now arrived to the Government controlled areas. They have stated that they left their villagers to escape from being harassed by the Tiger terrorists and to avoid reprisals if they refused to pay taxes. Security Forces Observe Heavy Tiger Movements Ahead of Mavil Aru FDL's - Trincomalee at 09:08 on 05th November 2006 The Security Forces on Saturday (04) night observed heavy movement of Tiger terrorists ahead of the Mavil Aru FDL's. Situation Report on 06th November 2006 Tiger Attack Repulsed by Troops at Thirunaveli in Jaffna - on 06th Nov 2006 at 8.30 p.m Troops successfully retaliated Tiger terrorists attack on Army foot patrol in Thirunaveli, Jaffna around 8.30 p.m. yesterday (06). Due to subsequent search on the area troops recovered 02 Tiger terrorists bodies. 02 T56 weapons, 03 Magazines and 57 Ammunitions. No damages were reported to troops. Tiger Terrorists Kill Innocent Civilians at Achchuveli in Jaffna - on 06th Nov 2006 around11.30 a.m Tiger terrorists killed two innocent civilians in two separate incidents in JAFFNA. In Sirippiddi, Achchuveli, Jaffna. Tiger pistol group shot dead Thavasi Rajeshani (29) around 7.00 p.m. yesterday (05). Meanwhile, in Alwai North, Point Pedro, Jaffna. Tiger terrorists killed a woman Called Kadramani Lalitha (43) around 11.30 a.m. today (06). Jaffna Police are conducting further investigations Tigers Lob Hand Grenade at Army Check Point at Anuradhapura Janction in Trincomalee - on 06th Nov 2006 at 3.10 p.m Tiger terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at an Army point on Palauththuwa road, Anuradhapura Junction around 3.10 p.m. today (06) No harm was reported to troops. Tiger terrorists are continuing their efforts to provoke the Security Forces and to disrupt normalcy in the area.. Kfir Jets Bomb Sea Tiger Base North of Vakarai - on 06th Nov 2006 around 11.30 a.m Air Force Kfir Jets bombed an identified sea tiger base in Palchenai North of Vakarai around 11.30 a.m. today (06). Air Force and intelligence sources confirm that the sea tiger base was completely destroyed by the air strikes. This tiger base had been used by the Tigers to mount attacks on Naval Crafts. Situation Report on 08th November 2006 Tiger terrorists Fire 81 mm mortars at troops in Trincomalee - at 13:22 p.m hours on 08th November Tiger terrorists fired 81mm Mortars at troops in Mavilaru and Mahindapura on Wednesday (08) morning. Five soldiers sustained minor injuries. Troops repulsed the attack. Tiger terrorists attack home guard point Vavuniya - at 08:04 a.m. hours on 08th November Tiger terrorists hurled grenades and fired small arms at a Home Guards Sentry point of the Madukanda Dutuwewa Police area at Thiruvegama on Wednesday (08) around 1.20 a.m. One home guard was killed. Two injured home guards were admitted to Vavuniya hospital. Police repulsed the attack. In a search operation the police found a Night vision device abandoned by the fleeing terrorists. Reports indicate the terrorists fled abandoning the night vision device due to heavy casualties. Unidentified armed group fired small arms at office in Batticaloa - at 08:02 a.m hours on 08th November An unidentified armed group in a mazda van with tinted glass windows fired small arms at persons in a office near the Badariya Mosque in Kaththankudi Town at 8.00 a.m. on Tuesday (07). Eight persons were injured in the attack. One with serious injuries was admitted to Batticoloa Hospital while the others were admitted to Kaththankudi hospital. Kaththankudi Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 08th November 2006 Tiger terrorists Fire 81 mm mortars at troops in Trincomalee - at 13:22 p.m hours on 08th November Tiger terrorists fired 81mm Mortars at troops in Mavilaru and Mahindapura on Wednesday (08) morning. Five soldiers sustained minor injuries. Troops repulsed the attack. Tiger terrorists attack home guard point Vavuniya - at 08:04 a.m. hours on 08th November Tiger terrorists hurled grenades and fired small arms at a Home Guards Sentry point of the Madukanda Dutuwewa Police area at Thiruvegama on Wednesday (08) around 1.20 a.m. One home guard was killed. Two injured home guards were admitted to Vavuniya hospital. Police repulsed the attack. In a search operation the police found a Night vision device abandoned by the fleeing terrorists. Reports indicate the terrorists fled abandoning the night vision device due to heavy casualties. Unidentified armed group fired small arms at office in Batticaloa - at 08:02 a.m hours on 08th November An unidentified armed group in a mazda van with tinted glass windows fired small arms at persons in a office near the Badariya Mosque in Kaththankudi Town at 8.00 a.m. on Tuesday (07). Eight persons were injured in the attack. One with serious injuries was admitted to Batticoloa Hospital while the others were admitted to Kaththankudi hospital. Kaththankudi Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 09th November 2006 Tiger terrorists open fire at civilians - Batticaloa on 09th November 2006 at 21:10 hours A large group of Tamil civilians attempting to escape from un-cleared areas in Vakarai-Kathiraveli were prevented at Panichchankerni few Kms North of MANKERNI by Tiger terrorists after firing at and chasing them back in the evening hours today (9). Hundreds of civilians started fleeing into government controlled areas, to prevent conscription of children and using them as human shields during confrontations. 224 such escapees reached the Mankeni Army camp yesterday making the total number of civilians fled from un-cleared areas to over 800, alone in this month. Tiger killing spree continues - Jaffna on 09th November 2006 at 19:27 hours Tiger terrorists fired at a soldier returning to the camp after completing his duties in the Jaffna town, today (9) around 2.20 p.m. The soldier who was admitted to the Jaffna hospital with serious injuries succumbed to injuries at the hospital. Meanwhile in a separate incident a claymore mine detonated by Tiger terrorists claimed lives of two soldiers who were patrolling the Jaffna town on bicycles, around 5.00 p.m. Tigers jeopardize A9 hopes - Jaffna on 09th November 2006 at 17:28 hours Tiger terrorists from their positions around Muhamalai had shelled the Eluththumadduval Army Camp around 9.30 p.m. last night killing one soldier and injuring three others. The attack has been carried out whilst the LTTE spokesmen were repeatedly insisting on the re-opening of the A9 road in compliance with the 2001 ceasefire agreement entered into between the government of Sri Lanka and the LTTE. The government was forced to close the A9 highway on 11 August due to continuous attacks by Tiger terrorists at the Muhamalai Forward Defence Lines (FDLs). This attack has taken place when the government in exploring possibilities of an alternative route to the shuttered A9 road through Poonaryn - Sangupiddy. Another tiger surrenders to the army - Batticaloa on 09th November 2006 at 11:19 hours Wednesday (08), another four tigers surrendered to the Kadjuwatte Army camp. More details will follow. Civilian protestors arrive in army camps seeking security - Batticaloa on 09th November 2006 at 11:18 hours Civilians who had protested against tiger atrocities and attacks reported to the Security seeking safety. 224 civilians from the un-cleared areas of Vakarai reported to Army camps yesterday (08). These civilians are arriving in cleared areas seeking safety as they fear reprisals from Tiger terrorists. Tigers continue to attack security forces - North/East on 09th November 2006 at 11:15 hours Yesterday, Wednesday (08), as a result of Tiger terrorist attacks a soldier was killed and another four soldiers were injured .One civilian was also killed by the Tigers. Between 9.30 p.m. and 10.00 p.m. yesterday a soldier was killed and three soldiers were wounded when Tiger terrorists fired artillery and mortars at the Muhamalai and Eluthumadduval FDL's. A soldier was also injured yesterday when Tiger Terrorists hurled a hand grenade at the Arasadi Army Guard Point around 3.20 pm. Meanwhile, a Tiger pistol gang killed a civilian in Thirunaveli area identified as Kadiravelu Selvarasa (42) around 4.00 a.m. as he was known to have had good relations with the Security Forces. Kopay Police are conducting investigations. In Batticoloa the Army Sentry Point at the 54th mile post area was attacked by Tiger terrorists with mortars and small arms fire at 11.30 p.m. The Army retaliated and no casualties were reported to troops. Tiger tax collector arrested on civilian information - Ampara on 09th November 2006 at 11:13 hours A civilian riding a cycle was checked by the Special Task Force (STF) on information received from the public on the Pavatkulam - Rubaskulam road around 10.00 a.m. on Wednesday (08). He was identified as "Kanesh" alias Arunavalan Mahendran SAMADHI (32) who was a known Tiger terrorist tax collector who had in his possession Rupees 100,000 and a hand grenade. He was handed over to the Thirukkovil Police who are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 10th Nov 2006 Arms & Ammunition Recovered at Achchuveli in Jaffna - on 10th Nov 2006 at 6.30 p.m. Acting on information received from a civilian, the Army recovered a haul of arms and ammunition in an abandoned house at Achchuveli, Jaffna on 10 Friday around 6.30 p.m. 02 x T -56 Weapons 02 x Hand Grenades 12 x Magazines 350 Live Ammunition Madu pilgrims defy LTTE orders - on 10th Nov 2006 around evening. About 700 Madu pilgrims who were prevented by the Tiger terrorists to leave their uncleared area, forced their way beating the terrorists and toppling the Tiger road block at Uilankulam, Mannar on 10 November, (today) in the evening and sought refuge in the Security Forces camps. The pilgrims had been stranded before the A-9 route was closed. The pilgrims had been detained by the LTTE, despite appeals by the Bishop of Mannar to allow them go. Civilian's dead body found at Poowarasankulam in Vavuniya - on 10th Nov 2006 at 8.20 a.m A body of a civilian who had been shot dead was found near the Good Shepherds' Convent on Vavuniya-Poowarasankulam road by the Vavuniya Police on Friday (10) around 8.20 a.m. Tiger suicide boats destroyed by Navy: Arivu, a senior tiger leader's body found on board at Trincomalee - on 10th Nov 2006 at 5.50 a.m The Navy continued its search operation after destroying the Sea Tigers suicide boats this morning around 5.50 a.m. in Salli-Sambaltivu North of Trincomalee off the Nilaveli coast. A damaged boat beaching the coast at Sambalatvu was found with a Tiger cadre dead after swallowing a cyanide capsule and a body of a Tiger leader in uniform in a coffin. The Tiger leader is identified as one senior leader "Arivu" whose dead body is suspected being carried towards North. Police recover hand grenades at Kolpetty in Colombo - on 10th Nov 2006 at 9.45 a.m On information provided by a vigilant civilian, the Kolpetty Police recovered two hand grenades hidden between the rocks along the coastal railway line, around 9.45 a.m., today (10). Parliamentarian Raviraj shot dead at Borella in Colombo - on 10th Nov 2006 Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian Nadarajah Raviraj was fired at by un-identified gunmen in Borella this morning (10). Mr. Raviraj and his personal security officer have been admitted to the Colombo National Hospital with serious sustained gunshot injuries. Situation Report on 12th Nov 2006 Tigers fire small arms at police post in Vavuniya - on 12th Nov 2006 at 21:49 p.m. Tiger terrorists fired small Arms and hurled hand grenades at two Police posts in Settikulam, 27 MP, Vavuniya today (12) around 7.0 p.m. Troops retaliated successfully and search operations are on. Two Police constables were injured and rushed to the Anuradhapura Hospital. Tigers fire at STF foot patrol in Batticaloa - on 12th Nov 2006 at 18:52 p.m. Tiger terrorists fired at Special Task Force foot patrol in Mandur, Palamuna, Batticaloa today (12) around 3.45 p.m. Taking cover from a school, where small children were learning, tigers fired at the troops. This cowardly attack shows the tigers' tactic of using even small children as human shields. Soon after, STF personnel conducted a cordon & search operation. No casualties or damages were reported. Tigers hurled a hand grenade in Vavuniya - on 12th Nov 2006 at 14:17 p.m. Tiger terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a Police post in Poonthottam, Vavuniya today (12) around 12.10 p.m. Due to the incident no damage was reported Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. Tigers continue firing artillery & mortars at Security Forces in Batticaloa - on 12th Nov 2006 at 13:13 p.m. Tiger terrorists have fired sporadically at the Security Forces in Kadjuwatte, and Mankerni from un- cleared areas since the early hours of Friday (10) until today, Sunday (12). But today, their Artillery and Mortar fire was supported by their ground cadres to attack the Security Forces. Troops who have been alerted to these threats have successfully repulsed these attacks with heavy fire and the Tigers were forced to withdraw with heavy casualties and some were seen carrying their injured with them. Meanwhile, today (12) over 100 civilians who were unable to live peacefully due to harassment by the Tigers entered the areas under the control of the Security forces seeking safety. A total of 1306 civilians have entered into the areas of the Security Forces. They have been provided with food and essential items. Tiger terrorists continuous fire mortars at Security Forces in Batticaloa - on 12th Nov 2006 at 09:41 a.m. Since Saturday (11) evening until morning on Sunday (12) Tiger terrorists have sporadically fired mortars at the Army camps in Mankerni, Batticaloa. Troops have retaliated with Artillery and Mortar fire. Three civilians shot dead by pistol gangs in North & East - on 12th Nov 2006 at 09:36 am. Three civilians were shot dead by gunmen on Saturday (11), in Jaffna, Trincomlalee and Batticaloa. At 1.35 p.m., a Tiger terrorist pistol gang entered "Saravan Stores", Tihppankulam road, Jaffna and shot dead Alagarasamy Saravan Kumar. Nadarajah Krishantha who was injured in the shooting was admitted to Jaffna hospital. At 4.00 p.m., a Tiger pistol gang shot dead in Kantale, Palauththu area, Trincomalee, a driver of a lorry bearing No. EPLP 7951 identified as Egodawatte Aratchchige Podimahathaya (48). He was a resident of No 100, Mahaweediya Kantale. Unidentified gunmen shot dead another civilian identified as Krishnapiallai Mohandas (23) and injured Amirthalingam Dishkar (23) near the Arampaththi bus halt in Kaththankudi, Batticoloa. The Jaffna, Trincomalee and Batticoloa police are conducting inquiries. Tiger child soldiers continue to surrender to Security Forces in Batticaloa - on 12th Nov 2006 at 09:34 am. Four tiger terrorists including three child soldiers age 14, 16, 17 and the other just 18 years old surrendered to the Army camp at Kadjuwatte complaining of harassment and atrocities committed by their leaders. Tigers fire at troops with RPG's in Batticaloa - on 12th Nov 2006 at 09:32 a.m. On Saturday (11) at 7.00 p.m. Tiger terrorists fired RPG's and mortars from un-cleared areas at troops in Siththandy injuring three soldiers. They have been transferred from Polonnaruwa to the Anuradhapura Hospital. SLMM has been informed. Situation Report on 13th Nov 2006 More escape from un-cleared areas in Mannar - on 13th Nov 2006 at 22:13 p.m. 262 Tamil Christian pilgrims who had been detained by the LTTE in un-cleared areas since August had entered the cleared areas today (13) through the Uylankulam roadblock. The officers of the International Red Cross Organization handed over stranded pilgrims to the Divisional Secretary, Mannar Mrs. D. Mel. The pilgrims are now in St. Sebastian Church premises. There are 124 women 84 men and 54 children in the group. This is yet another incident which shows the tigers' harassment of civilians and that even the pilgrims are not spared. Four Tigers Killed During Confrontation in Batticaloa - on 13th Nov 2006 at 18:01 p.m. A tiger terrorist group at Kaddamurivukulam village was confronted by the Security Forces whilst on a patrol and four tigers were killed during the fire fight that ensued today (13). The Security Forces suffered no casualties during the incident. Tiger terrorists had invaded Kaddamurivukulam villages and started constructing bunkers. Security Forces were able to chase are tiger cadres from the Kaddamurivukulam village. Kaddamurivukulam is a village situated South West of Vaharai. Tigers recommence firing at detachments in the East - on 13th Nov 2006 at 15:50 p.m. Tiger terrorist commenced firing artillery and mortars at the Kadjuwatte Army detachment from Vaharai and Kathiraweli areas today (13) during the afternoon hours and were continuing to fire at the time this report was being published. The Security Forcers had retaliated, yet three soldiers were reported injured due to the fire. The injured soldiers were rushed to the Valachchenai hospital for treatments. Kadjuwatte is the forward most Security Forces' detachment towards Vaharai in the area. Tiger pistol gang kills two civilians in Jaffna - on 13th Nov 2006 at 09:00 a.m. The tiger pistol gang shot dead two civilians Ravi Sanjeewan (15) and Kangarupan Kelli (21) in the general area of Anaipanthy around 6.40 a.m. yesterday (12). The incident was reported to the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) Jaffna Police are conducting investigations. Tiger mortar fire injures soldiers in Jaffna - on 13th Nov 2006 at 08:22 a.m. Tiger terrorists fired mortar and artillery toward Killaly Forward Defence Line (FDL) yesterday (12) around 7.10 p.m. 4 soldiers who got injured due to the Artillery fire were rushed to the Palaly Hospital. Troops retaliated with Artillery and Mortars. Army recovers armaments on information from a civilian in Jaffna - on 13th Nov 2006 at 06:36 a.m. Troops on a tip off from a civilian recovered the following items in Kandarodai, Jaffna today (13) around 1.40 a.m. 01 x Claymore mine 01 x Micro Pistol 02 x Magazine 14 x Pistol rounds 05 x Detonators 01 x Communication Set Situation Report on 14th November 2006 Tigers in Hiding Lob Hand Grenade at Army Route Clearing Patrol in Batticaloa - on 14th Nov 2006 at 4.55 p.m Tiger cadres in hiding hurled a hand grenade at a group of Army soldiers on a route clearing patrol along the Batticaloa - Polonnaruwa main road near the Kommanathurai junction in Chenkaladi, Eravur around 4.55 p.m. today (14) A soldier who sustained injuries in the attack was admitted to hospital. LTTE's Arms Ship Destroyed at Kalpitiya in Puttlam - on 14th Nov 2006 at 4.30 p.m The Navy destroyed a large trawler carrying massive quantities of arms, ammunition and explosives off the seas off Kalpitiya, west of Kudiramale around 4.30 p.m. today (14). LTTE carders on board commenced firing at a Navy craft which approached the suspected trawler, the Navy successfully retaliated sinking the LTTE ship transporting arms, ammunition and explosives, with eight (8) Tiger terrorists on board. IED Attack Kills 03 Soldiers at Manthottam in Vavuniya - on 14th Nov 2006 at 1.50 p.m Three soldiers were killed when the tiger terrorists blasted a Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at the Manthottam Railway Station, Vavuniya today (14) around 1.50 p.m. Claymore Blast Kills a Soldier at Sirippidi in Jaffna - on 14th Nov 2006 at 8.20 a.m Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting an Army route clearing patrol at Sirippidi, Jaffna on November 14 around 8.20 a.m. One soldier was killed in the explosion. Body of Slain Parliamentarian Airlifted - on 14th Nov 2006 around 9.30 a.m The SL Air Force aircraft AN32 carrying the body of the slain TNA Parliamentarian Mr. Nadarajah Raviraj left Ratmalana airport for Jaffna today (14) around 9.30 a.m. Another aircraft with the late Mr. N. Raviraj's relations, security officers and media personnel also left for Jaffna. Situation Report on 15th November 2006 Troops recover arms/ammunition and grenades in Batticaloa - at 12:30 p.m hours on 15th November Troops on a search operation on Wednesday (15) at 8.30 a.m. in Vinayagapuram in the Valaichennai area recovered two T-56 assault rifles, two hand grenades, eleven magazines and sixty rounds of live ammunition. Police recover a hand grenade in Colombo - at 10:26 a.m hours on 15th November The police recovered a hand grenade from a garbage heap in Rotunda Gardens, Kollupitiya at 6.30 am on Wednesday (15). The STF Bomb Disposal Team defused the grenade. More civilians arrive into cleared areas in Batticaloa - at 10:24 a.m hours on 15th November 81 families consisting of 269 members arrived into the cleared areas from the un-cleared areas of Komathalamadu, Vakarai , Poliyanakakdadi and Kadiraweli to Rideethenna on Tuesday (14) . Army engineers recover anti-personnel mines in Trincomalee - at 10:23 a.m hours on 15th November Army engineers recovered five Anti- Personnel mines from Toppur on Tuesday (14) morning. The mines were defused later. Army foot patrol recovers tiger claymore mine in Jaffna - 10:21 a.m hours on 15th November An army foot patrol recovered a Tiger claymore mine at Velvettithurai on Tuesday (14) at 7.20 a.m. Soldier succumbs to injuries A soldier of the army medical corps was wounded in Valachchanai on Tuesday (14) due to mortar fire by Tiger Terrorists succumbed to his injuries. Tiger conscript escapes from custody in Batticaloa - at 10:17 a.m hours on November Manoharan Pradeepam (18) who was kidnapped by a Tiger terrorist recruiting group on 1st of November opposite the Chenkaladai bank of ceylon, Eravur escaped from a Tiger training camp in Tharawa and surrendered to the Eravur Police yesterday (14). On interrogation he states that he was first forcibly taken to the un-cleared area Pinkudiveli training camp and given a short hair cut prior to training and there after moved to Tharava Tiger training base. More information from civilians in Jaffna - at 07:54 a.m hours on 15th November On information received from a civilian on Tuesday (14) at 5.30 p.m. the Security Forces recovered ONE T-56 assault rifle, TWO hand Grenades, TWO magazines and SIXTY rounds of live ammunition from an abandoned house in Illaveli. Situation Report on 16th Nov 2006 Air Force Carries Seven Tons of Milk Food to Jaffna - 16 Nov In order to ensure that there was no shortage of infant milk food in Jaffna, a consignment of seven tons of infant milk powder was airlifted by the Sri Lanka Air Force from Ratmalana, to be distributed among Tamil civilians in Jaffna, today (16). A Claymore Explosion Opposite "Food City" - Jaffna at 16:08 Hours on 16 Nov (2ND LEAD) The civilian admitted to the Jaffna hospital succumbed to his injuries. Security sources conformed four more civilians are also injured due the explosion. Attempt to Assassinate University Lecturer Foils - Ampara at 18:07 Hours on 16 Nov Two un-identified gunmen opened fire at the vehicle in which Oluvil University lecturer Mohamed Jalaldeen was traveling in Sammanthurai, injuring the driver of the vehicle. The incident took place around 9:15 a.m. today (16). Troops Successfully Retaliate Tiger Attacks - Batticaloa at 23:07 Hours on 16 Nov Security forces successfully retaliated tiger attacks on Army patrols in Kaddimuravikulam, Madurankerni in Vakarai-West during three (03) separate incidents today (16). Situation Report on 17 November 2006 Army recovers ammunition and explosives from a Kovil in Jaffna - On 17th Nov 2006 at 17:25 p.m. On an information received from a civilian, the Army recovered 330 T-56 Ammunition and 5 Kgs of C-4 explosives hidden inside a Kovil in Sirippidi, Puthtur west around 2.00 p.m. today (17). Tiger fire mortars at Army camp in Batticaloa - On 17th Nov 2006 at 12:15 p.m. Tiger terrorists fired mortars at the Army detachment in Vavunativu on Friday (17) at 6.20 a.m. Troops retaliated with mortars. No casualties were reported. Three persons reported missing in Ampara - On 17th Nov 2006 at 10:58 a.m. Three Sinhalese civilians had gone into the jungle area of Badamessawa in Hulanuge on Wednesday (15) in search of firewood in two bullock carts and a bicycle. Since they had not returned a group who went in search of them on Thursday (16) had found the two carts and the bicycle but not the three persons. They are still reported missing. More details on this would follow. Navy captures tiger terrorist and recovers six T -56 rifles in Jaffna - On 17th Nov 2006 at 07:31 am. Tiger terrorists attacked two sailors on duty in Velanithurai area, Kayts with hand grenades on Thursday (16) at 1.30 p.m. The sailors not only repulsed the attack with small arms fire but also captured one terrorist while the other fled during the attack. The captured Tiger terrorist was handed over to the Kayts police. In a search operation of the area which followed, six - T 56 assault rifles were recovered as a result of the information provided by the civilians. Situation Report on 18th Nov 2006 Tigers Fire At Army Bunkers in Batticaloa - on 18th Nov 2006 at 10.00 p.m Tigers fired 81MM Mortars and RPG's at the West Kadjuwatte area Army bunkers around 10.00 p.m. on Saturday (18). Tigers fled when Troops retaliated with 81 mm mortars and small arms fire. Convoy Carrying Relief Items Stopped at Sittandy in Batticaloa - on 18th Nov 2006 Despite the assurance given by the Security Forces of not retaliating, Tigers started shelling mortars at the Chenkaladi Army camp disrupting the arrival of ICRC, SLMM and government officials at Valachchenai. The above officials are now stationed at the Sittandy Army camp as travelling along the road towards Valachchenai has become a difficult task with the Tiger shelling of mortars. Two soldiers have suffered injuries due to the tiger mortar attack at the camp. Three Civilians Killed By Tiger Explosion and Eight Severely Injured in Vavuniya - on 18th Nov 2006 at 9.30 a.m Tiger terrorists fired and exploded a Claymore mine targeting at an Army vehicle on the VAVUNIYA - Jaffna road near an agriculture farm between VAVUNIYA and Omanthai on Saturday (18) at 9.30 am. Three soldiers were killed including an officer in the explosion and FOUR were injured. Over 15 civilians who were nearby were injured and many among them sustained serious injuries. Three succumbed to their injuries and eight are now reported seriously injured. Sea Battle Off Mannar - on 18th Nov 2006 at 6.15 a.m The Naval Inshore Patrol Craft (IPC) on patrol 2nm north off Thalaimannar (Island) detected a suspected cluster of boats and moved for investigations. When moving up three Tiger armed craft opened fire at the Naval craft and naval craft also retaliated. Meanwhile, it was observed sea Tiger re-enforcements arriving from Vidithalathiva area. Naval authorities requested assistance from the Air Force and in a successful joint operation the Navy and Air Force destroyed 03 Sea Tiger armed craft. Four sailors sustained injuries. Situation Report on 19th Nov 2006 32 Families Escape The Tiger Grip - Batticaloa on 19 Nov Thirty two families (93 persons) who were living in the un-cleared area under the Tiger grip, succeeded in escaping and seeking protection from the Security Forces yesterday (18). Tigers Fire At Army Bunkers - Batticaloa at 07:23 Hours on 19 Nov Tigers fired 81mm Mortars and RPG's at the West Kadjuwatte area Army bunkers around 10:00 p.m. on Saturday (18). Tigers fled when Troops retaliated with 81 mm mortars and small arms fire. No casualties reported by Army. SLMM informed. Tigers Fire Mortars / RPG's At Troops - Batticaloa At 08:46 Hours On 19 Nov Tiger terrorists fired Small Arms and RPG's at troops on a route clearing patrol in the Mankerni area at 11:30 p.m. on Saturday (18). Troops retaliated. No casualties to troops were reported. Civilian Information Leads To Recovery Of Arms/Ammunition - Jaffna At 09:39 Hours On 19 Nov Soldiers who were on a cordon and search operation in Kokuwil, Jaffna were able to recover a haul of arms and ammunition, yesterday (18) as follows, 01 x Claymore bomb, 01 x Micro Pistol, 02 x Magazines, 14 x Ammunitions, 01 x Cord, 05 x Detonators, 01 x Radio Set with Aerial Airmen Attacked - Trincomalee At 17:15 hours on 19 Nov Tiger terrorists fired small arms at Air Force troops who were on duty between Panmadavachchiya and Weppankulam at Morawewa in Trincomalee today (19) around 2.15 p.m. No casualties have been reported. Hand Grenades Recovered In Kovil - Trincomalee At 20:06 Hours On 19 Nov Acting on information received from a civilian, Sri Lanka Navy troops recovered 11 hand grenades, covered in polythene bags hidden inside Marimuttu Amman Kovil, Trincomalee yesterday (18). Two Civilians Shot - Trincomalee At 20:08 Hours On 19 Nov Two civilians were suspected to have been shot by the LTTE terrorists at Thorankadu, Uppuweli, Trincomalee today (19) around 3:00 p.m. One victim is a Sinhalese, the other, a Tamil. Uppuweli Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 20th November 2006 Claymore blast kills soldier in Jaffna - on 20th Nov 2006 at 17:22 p.m Tiger terrorists blasted a claymore mine targeting an Army vehicle carrying troops in Nelliadi around 2.30 p.m. today (20). One soldier was killed injuring three others in the explosion. The injured were rushed to the Palali hospital. A search operation is in progress in the area. Sixty one escape the tiger grip in Batticaloa - on 20th Nov 2006 at 11:36 a.m. Sixty one persons escaped the from un-cleared areas in Vakarai and sought protection from the Security Forces yesterday (19) around 8.00 a.m. Since November 01, 1787 persons have escaped to the un-cleared areas. Since August this year 7518 persons belonging to 1250 families have escaped and are now living in school and church premises in the Batticaloa district. The escapees are treated with food and provided with lodgings. This indicates the current trend among the people living in the un-cleared areas, who are undergoing hardships under the LTTE iron boots. Terrorists attack in Mannar - on 20th Nov 2006 at 09:55 a.m. Tiger terrorists attacked an Army & Police check point with hand grenades at BMC junction in MANNAR yesterday (19) around 6.25 p.m. The terrorists had fled seeking safety behind the civilians. The Army did not retaliate to avoid hurting civilians. The Army and Police are conducting a joint cordon and search operation to arrest the suspect. A soldier was injured. MANNAR Police are making inquires. Army camps attacked in Batticaloa - on 20th Nov 2006 at 09:53 a.m. Tiger terrorists attacked army camps with artillery and mortars at Kadjuwatte, Vavunathivu, and Mankerni yesterday (19) from 8.00 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. on several occasions. Troops retaliated with artillery and mortar fire. No casualties have been reported. Situation Report on 21st November 2006 Hand grenade attack on check point in Mannar - on 21st Nov 2006 at 21:49 p.m. Pallamuna Police check point jointly operated by the Navy and the police came under a hand grenade attack at 6.55 p.m. today (21). No harm was reported to security forces. The Navy and the police have strengthened security to arrest the suspect. Soldiers' vigilance rewarded in Ampara - on 21st Nov 2006 at09:43 a.m. Soldiers on a route clearing patrol found a claymore mine, two detonators and a stand hidden in a thicket at Konduwattuwan towards ampara town today (21) around 6.30 a.m. The Army bomb disposal unit has been called. A cordon and search operation was in progress. Situation Report on 22nd November 2006 Police Post under LTTE small arms fire at Pesalai in Mannar - on 22nd Nov 2006 at 9.30 p.m Tiger terrorists lobbed a hand grenade and directed small arms fire at the Pesalai police post around 9.30 p.m. today (22). The Police retaliated and a search operation is underway in the area. Air Force strikes Sea Tiger Bases at Kallaru in Mannar - on 22nd Nov 2006 at 9.30 a.m Air Force Kfir Jets simultaneously bombed two LTTE sea tiger bases at Wedithalathivu west of Mannar and Kallaru south of Mannar around 9.30 a.m. today (22). The strikes were carried out with surgical precision and on accurate electronic and ground intelligence. Two civilians shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Trincomalee - on 22nd Nov 2006 around 7.30 a.m Unidentified gunmen shot dead two employees Ponnadurai Ramakrishnan (44) and Kannan Thambi Sathyarajah (24) of Mitsui company, near the railway line behind the Sangama Police post around 7.30 a.m. today (22). The victims who were residents of Palauththu had been shot while they were on their way to work on a mortar cycle. Situation Report on 23rd November 2006 Police recover two claymores in Polonnaruwa - at 21:48 hours on 23rd November On information provided by a group of vigilant civilians to the Pubudugama Police post, the Aralaganvila Police has recovered two claymore mines, each weighing 1.5 kg, hidden in a paddy field, around 3.30 pm today (23). The Aralaganvila Police believes that this is a trap set to cause damages to the Security Forces. Hand grenade attack on Army foot patrol in Jaffna - at 19:10 hours on 23rd November The LTTE attacked army foot patrol at Sarasalai around 2:15 p.m. today (23) using a hand grenade and fled. No damage is reported. After a search operation by the Security Forces they discovered one claymore mine. Subsequently Army Bomb Disposal Team has defused it. Air force bombers pound sea tiger bases in Mullaittivu at 13:23 hours on 23rd November Air force Kfir jets carried out air strikes on identified sea tiger bases north of Mullaittivu around 8.30 a.m. today (23). Air strikes were launched following confirmation by air force unmanned aerial Vehicles (UAVs) that these were sea tiger bases. These bases have the capacity to launch attacks on naval patrols in the area. Police post under LTTE attack in Ampara - at 11:13 a.m. hours on 23rd November The 11th Ella police post in the Bakki Ella police area is under heavy tiger mortar and small arms fire since 10.00 a.m. today (23). Heavy LTTE mortar and small arms fire is in progress. the police and the special task force (stf) are retaliating. Three police personnel who sustained injuries were rushed to the Ampara hospital. 21 Families arrive in government controlled areas in Batticaloa - at 09:50 hours on 23rd November 21 families consisting of about 59 persons from the un-cleared areas of Panichchankerni and VAKARAI arrived in the Government controlled areas of Vinayagapuram on Monday (20) between 8:00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. Tigers fire mortars at security forces in Jaffna - at 09:39 hours on 23rd November The tigers fired mortars at the Muhamalai Security Forces at 10.15 p.m. on Wednesday (22). Two soldiers were reported injured. The Army retaliated. Meanwhile Tigers fired Mortars at PONNAR area (10.15 p.m.) on Wednesday (22). Three soldiers were injured. Army retaliated. Three home guards killed by tiger terrorists in Anuradhapura - at 09:38 hours on 23rd November Tiger Terrorists Fired Small Arms at the No .17 Home Guard point in Atabagaskada, Kebbithigollewa at 2.30 a.m. on Thursday (23). Three Home Guards were reported killed. Kebithigollewa police are conducting investigations. Suspect with Hand Grenades and Maps Arrested - Vavuniya, at 10:30 hours on 23 Nov The Army arrested a suspect with two hand grenades and maps of Kalmadu, Thandikulam and Tharavikulam areas during a search operation launched around 10:30 a.m. in Sundarapuram on Thursday (23). The suspect had attempted to escape on a bicycle when the Army arrived to inspect the house. Several documents with telephone numbers which were in his possession were also taken into custody. The Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 24th November 2006 LTTE Attacks Soldiers on Picket Duty - Vavuniya, at 6:35 hours on 24 Nov Tiger terrorist directed small arms fire on a group of soldiers engaged in picket duty in Kalmadukulam around today Civilian Information Leads to a Cache of Armaments - Jaffna, at 17:00 hours on 24 Nov On a tip off by a civilian, the Army recovered following items hidden in the wilderness in Mirusavil today. T-56 Weapons - 2, Magazines (T-56) - 2, Claymore Mine (25 kg) - 1, Claymore Mine (10 kg) - 2, Shot Gun - 1, RPG Brush - 1, RPG Pack - with 15 RPG Bombs, Steel Balls - large quantity, T-56 Ammunition - large quantity Tigers Hurl a Hand Grenade at ASP's Office - Ampara, at 10:45 hours on 24 Nov Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade at the ASP's office, Kalmunai hiding behind Wesley College at 10:45 am. on Friday (24). The ASP Office is in close proximity to the college (10 metres) on the road leading to the Kalmunai Rest House. Hence, the terrorists' choice of the location clearly betrays their hidden motive, that is, to provoke the Police to retaliate and to make the school children vulnerable. Fortunately for the children, the grenade exploded harmlessly hitting the branch of a tree. The Police also did not retaliate as the school was in session. Situation Report on 25th November 2006 Claymore Attack This Morning - Vavuniya, at 17:05 hours on 25 Nov 2006 A Police constable wounded in the claymore mine attack on the Police route patrol at Puwarasakulam, Vavuniya succumbed to his injuries in the Anuradapura hospital today (25). 04 Terrorists killed in retaliation - Ampara, at 14:57 hours on 25 Nov 2006 Terrorists in ambush attacked a STF route clearing patrol at the 214th mile post at Sangamankanda around 8.30 a.m. Terrorists used small arms and mortars. The STF retaliated successfully compelling the terrorists to flee with their casualties 04 LTTE cadres of the military wing had been killed, including prominent carders, Jayaprathash and Washanthan. Troops were able to recover following weapons during the subsequent search operation. T-56 assault rifles - 02 Pistol - 01 Cellular phone - 01 Hand- held Communication set - 01 One sub-inspector was wounded in the leg in the ensuing melee. Alert civilian reports parcel of explosives - Galle, at 13:04 hours on 25 Nov 2006 A female employee of the Koggala Free Trade Zone observed a suspicious parcel and reported it to the Habaraduwa police at 9.00 a.m. on Saturday (25). On inspection by the Police a sizeable quantity of C - 4 explosives and ball bearings was found in the parcel. The Army bomb disposal team based in Boossa deactivated the explosive device. Habaraduwa Police are conducting inquiries. Kfir jets target black tiger base - Killinochchi, at 12:44 hours on 25 Nov 2006 Air Force "Kfir" jets targeted a black tiger base in Iranamadu today (25) at 10.00 a.m. causing heavy damage. Troops recover arms/ammunition on civilian information - Jaffna, at 12:18 hours on 25 Nov 2006 On information received from a civilian, troops recovered one T-56 assault rifle, two magazines and five hundred rounds of T-56 ammunition from Point Pedro on Friday (24) at 10.00 p.m. Claymore attack this morning - Vavuniya, at 11:35 hours on 25 Nov 2006 In a combined search operation on the Vavuniya- Mannar road consisting of the STF, Army and Police a claymore mine was recovered which was defused by the STF. The search operation is continuing. The two injured Policemen have been admitted to Anuradhapura hospital. Four tigers including area leader killed in confrontation - Ampara, at 10:49 on 25 Nov 2006 The Special Task Force (STF) on a route clearing patrol was fired at by Tiger terrorists in Sangamankande at 8.15 a.m. on Saturday (25). The STF retaliated and in a search operation which followed found the bodies of four tigers including that of a Tiger area leader. A large cache of arms was also recovered. One STF officer was reported injured. More details would follow. Two policemen injured in tiger claymore explosion - Vavuniya, at 09:08 hours on 25 Nov 2006 Tiger terrorists targeted a Police route clearing patrol and exploded a claymore mine at 7.10 a.m. on Saturday (25) in Puwarasakulam. Two Policemen were injured and admitted to Hospital. A search operation is being conducted. More families seeking security enter government controlled areas - Batticola, at 08:22 hours on 25 Nov 2006 From The UN- cleared areas Of Mankerni, four families consisting of 11 persons entered the Government controlled area .Two of the four families consisting of seven persons are accommodated in the Vinayagapuram schools. The remaining two families consisting of four persons are accommodated in the Vattavan Army camp. Meanwhile 14 families consisting of 42 persons have arrived from the un-cleared areas and are also accommodated in the Vinayagapuram School. All these families had arrived on the 23rd between 8.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. According to those who have arrived more families are expected to arrive from the un-cleared areas to government controlled areas seeking security. Tigers continue attacks on vavunativu Army Detachment - Batticaloa, at 08:18 hours on 25 Nov 2006 Tigers have continued to fire small arms and 81 mm Mortars at the Vavunitivu Army detachment on Friday (24) around 5.10 p.m. The Army retaliated with Mortars. No injuries to troops. It is confirmed that the Tiger Terrorists sustained heavy casualties. Army and ICRC transport patients - Batticaloa, at 08:16 hours on 25 Nov 2006 The ICRC Supported BY troops transported four civilians including a child and a young woman with burn injuries on Friday (24) at 7.10 p.m. from Vakarai area via the Pethalai Army Detachment by sea to Valaichenai Hospital. Troops recover body of tiger with weapons - Trincomalee, at 08:15 hours on 25 Nov 2006 The highly decomposed body of a Tiger terrorist was found abandoned in a bunker in the Mavilaru area by Troops on a search operation at 3.30 p.m. on Friday (24). Two T 56 assault rifles, two anti - personnel mines and two notebooks were also recovered. Claymore mines and explosives recovered - Colombo, at 08:11 hours on 25 Nov 2006 On Friday (24) evening 7 Claymore mines and 10 kg of explosives were found in COLOMBO. Investigations are being conducted. SL Army is fully committed to protect human right laws - Army Chief Situation Report on 26th November 2006 Navy recovers hand grenade in Trincomalee - at 23:31 p.m hours on 26th November Navy troops found an unexploded hand grenade in Trincomalee town in Marathadiya junction today (26) around 3.00 p.m. Later it was defused by Sri Lanka Navy Bomb Disposal Team. LTTE fires small arms at troops in Mavil aru in Teincomalee - at 23:25 p.m hours on 26th November Tiger terrorists fired at troops in mavil aru at around 5.00 p.m. today (26). Troops retaliated with 60 mm mortars and small arms. No damages were reported to Army troops. Arms recovered in Jaffna - at 19:34 p.m hours on 26th November Acting on information received from a civilian T-56 weapon (remodeled as a sniper gun) one magazine and fifty ammunitions were recovered by the army, at Kokuwil JAFFNA today (26) at noon. Civilian killed in Jaffna - at 19:16 p.m hours on 26th November Tiger terrorists had shot dead a Tamil civilian named Kanapathipille Shanmuganadan (60) in Arasadi point pedro, Jaffna around 1.00 p.m. (26). Point pedro Police is conducting investigation. Terrorists attack foiled in Mannar - at 15:34 p.m hours on 26th November Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine at the soldiers of the SL army at Sirikandal Murunkan, Mannar today (26) around noon. When the soldiers retaliated the terrorists had fled. There were no casualties among the soldiers. Due to the vigilance of the soldiers, the terrorists' attempt was foiled. Tiger terrorists hurl grenade at Army picket point in Batticaloa - at 26th November Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade and fired at an army picket point in Vandaramulai on Saturday (25) around 4.10 p.m. Troops retaliated. In the search operation after the incident, Troops found a hand grenade and a civil person injured in the cross fire. The injured person was admitted to Batticoloa hospital but later succumbed to his injuries. Eravur Police are conducting investigations. Tigers attack Muhamalai FDL's in Jaffna - at 07:47 a.m hours on 26th November Tiger terrorists fired mortars and small arms at the Muhamalai FDL's during midnight on Saturday ( 25) . Troops retaliated. No casualties were reported by the Security Forces. SL Army is fully committed to protect human right laws - Army Chief Situation Report on 27th November 2006 Tamil pistol gang kills civilian in Vavuniya - at 19:47 p.m hours on 27th on November The tiger terrorists pistol gang shot dead a Tamil civilian, identified as Ramanatha Jegan at Settikulam, VAVUNIYA today (27) November around 4.45 p.m. Settikulam Police are investigating. Navy sinks sea tiger craft in Chilaw - at 13:13 p.m hours on 27th November The navy destroyed a sea tiger trawler that opened fire on a naval craft that intercepted it for inspection around 10.00 a.m. today (27). The suspicious trawler had been sailing 50 nautical miles west of the Udappuwa-Chilaw coastal belt when the Navy intercepted it. The sea tiger trawler opened fire as the Navy closed up for inspection. Following the retaliation by the Navy, the trawler burst into flames. The Navy believes that there were around 6 sea tiger cadres on board the trawler. No harm was reported to naval craft or sailors. Two tiger terrorists arrested in Batticaloa - at 09:01 a.m hours on 27th November Two tiger terrorists were arrested at a road block in Mawadiwembu, BATTICALOA around 1.30 p.m. yesterday (26). Out of the two arrested, one was a chilled soldier aged 17. Eravur Police are conducting investigations. LTTE fires mortars at Vavunathivu detachment in Batticaloa - at 08:58 a.m hours on 27th November Tiger terrorists fired 81 mm mortars and 60 mm mortars at the Vavunathivu detachment in BATTICALOA around 6.00 p.m. yesterday (26). Troops retaliated with 81 mortars. No damages were reported to own troops. Unidentified gunmen kills civilians in two separate incidents in Trincomalee - at 08:56 a.m hours on 27th November An unidentified gunman killed two civilians in Palauttu, Trincomalee around 7.15 p.m. yesterday (26). Meanwhile, in a separate incident in Kurusa junction, Trincomalee another civilian called Ramesh was killed by unknown gunman at 7.15 p.m. yesterday (26). Trincomalee Police are conducting further investigations. Tiger terrorists fire small arms at STF camp in Ampara - at 08:53 a.m hours on 27th November Tigers fired small arms at the Special Task Force (STF) camp at Akkaraipattu, Ampara around 3.45 a.m. today (27). STF troops retaliated and tigers fled the area. No damages were reported to STF. LTTE hurl a hand grenade in Vavuniya - at 08:52 a.m hours on 27th November Tiger terrorists lobbed a hand grenade and fired small arms at a Police post in Punthottam, VAVUNIYA around 8.00 p.m. yesterday (26). Troops retaliated forcing tigers to flee the area. No damages were reported to troops.. Situation Report on 28th November 2006 Terrorists' Offensive - Kadjuwatta at 09:42 Hours on 28 Nov An armed confrontation between the LTTE terrorists and the Security Forces has been continued since early morning at Kadjuwatta, Batticaloa today (28). The tigers made the offensive against the Security Forces camp at Kadjuwatta with Mortar and 152 mm Artillery. The Security Forces later retaliated with Mortar and Artillery fires. One soldier has died and two injured in the melee. Tractor Hijacked - Batticaloa at 15:22 Hours on 28 Nov Unidentified gunmen, suspected of being LTTE cadres, have forcibly taken away a tractor and trailer, after threatening with arms its owner Sellathamby Yogendram (39) who had recently escaped from the un-cleared area due to tigers' harassment. Valaichchenai Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 29 November 2006 Relief food supplies to internally displaced persons in Batticaloa - at 09:53 a.m hours on 29th November The LTTE since September has prevented the convoys of relief food and essential items from being taken to the displaced persons in VAKARAI areas. On 18th of November, 08 Lorries consisting of food and essential items with 2 ambulances were prevented by the LTTE from obtaining much needed food. Yesterday (28), another attempt was made to send these essential items in 115 Lorries with representatives of the ICRC, UN, SLMM and NGO, and INGO officials. Again the LTTE prevented the move. The Security Forces then suggested to have a neutral element first move to LTTE controlled areas in Vakarai and have discussions with them while another team in Kadjuwatte /Mankerni monitor and obtain a guarantee from both parties before they move the convoy. As suggested by the Security Forces , 16 representatives of the ICRC, SLMM, UN and NGO's have now proceeded to VAKARAI from Kadjuwatte to have discussions with the LTTE before the food convoy moves from Mankerni Tiger terrorists suspected of firing at civilian workers in Trincomalee - at 09:11 a.m hours on 29th November Civilian masons who were repairing houses destroyed by the Tsunami in Uppuveli, Adhinamottai, were shot at by gunmen suspected to be Tiger terrorists on Tuesday (28) around 5.45 p.m. One civilian identified as Somasunderam IMBAN ( 27) was killed while Thangavelu Sathiswaran ( 25) and Mahendran Sudargar ( 25) were reported injured. Troops retaliate to tiger mortar attack in Jaffna - at 08:05 a.m hours on 29th November Tiger terrorists launched a mortar attack at Nagarkovil on Tuesday (28) night and a soldier was reported injured. Troops retaliated. Situation Report on 30 November 2006 Grama Nildhari shot dead in Jaffna - at 19:47 p.m hours on 30th November Gilbert Anandarajah (48) Grama Niladhari (Village Officer) of the J/70 Division was shot dead at David Road, Gurunagar in JAFFNA around 12.30 p.m. today (30). The Security Forces suspect that the murder was carried out by the LTTE. Fisherman killed by tiger terrorists at Puttlam - at 18:28 p.m hours on 30th November Tiger terrorist have killed a fisherman and severely injured another in the seas north of Baththalangunduwa, off Kalpitiya, around 4.00 p.m. today (30). On information by some fisher folks that the fisherman, who do not comply to the LTTE's request to engage in various unlawful activities such as transporting drugs, arms and ammunition etc. are being harassed in the sea by terrorists, three Navy boats rushed to the area found number of fishing boats abandoned with a dead body lying in one boat and another seriously injured person in another boat. The Navy also reports that all nets and other fishing equipment have been damaged by the fleeing terrorists. The Navy also confirmed that around 5 Tiger boats fled towards Kudiramali north. Civilian provides information to recover police uniforms in Jaffna - at 14:38 p.m hours on 30th November On information received from a civilian Police uniforms with other items were found buried in a compound in Sirippiddi, on Wednesday (29) at 5.00 p.m. The items included Eight Police uniform shirts and slacks, Two pairs of shoes, Two Police belts, Seventeen gloves, One cap and a number tag. Civilian shot by unidentified gunman in Jaffna - at 14:36 p.m hours on November An unidentified gunman shot and injured Gnanamurthi Arulanandan (44) on Thursday (30) at 5.30 a.m. in the ADI Kovil area. He was admitted to Manthikai Hospital. More civilians harassed by tigers arrive in cleared areas in Batticaloa - at 09:27 a.m hours on 30th November On Wednesday (29) thirty six families consisting of 100 persons (32 males, 30 females, 14 boys and 24 girls) arrived from the un-cleared areas of Vadumunai and MANKERNI to the cleared areas of Reedithenna and Mankerni. They complained they left their homes as they were continuously harassed by the Tiger terrorists. Tiger grenade attack on army post in Jaffna - at 09:16 a.m hours on 30th November Tiger terrorists launched a hand grenade attack on the Army Listening Post in Nagarkovil, on Wednesday (29) at 6.30 a.m. Two soldiers were reported injured. Situation Report on 01st December 2006 LTTE sniper fire injures soldier in Batticaloa - at 18:49 hours on 01st December 2006 A soldier was injured in an LTTE Sniper attack on the Vavunathivu Army camp around 12 noon today (01). The injured soldier was rushed to the Polonnaruwa hospital. Claymore blast kills two policemen in Jaffna - at 16:17 hours on 01st December 2006 Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine killing two policemen in front of the Jaffna hospital around 2.45 p.m. today (01). The claymore mine had been fixed on to a mortar cycle that was parked along the road way to the Police station in front of the Jaffna hospital. STF Arrests tiger child soldier with grenade in Ampara - at 12:32 hours on 01st December 2006 An Special Task Force (STF) patrol arrested 16 year old M.Sudharshan in possession of a hand grenade near the Sinnathottam Wewa area in Kanchanakudah on Thursday (30) at 3.30 p.m. Thirukovil Police are conducting inquiries. Explosion at kolupitiya in Colombo - at 10:55 hours on 01st December 2006 A suicide bomb explosion occurred around 10.30 AM today at Dharmapala Mawatha in kollupitiya. Details will follow. More families arrive in army Controlled Areas in Batticaloa - at 09:29 hours on 01st December 2006 Four families (3 males, 4 Females, one boy and 3 girls) consisting of 11 persons arrived from the Vakarai un- cleared areas to the cleared areas under Army control on 29 November 2006. They are accommodated at the Vinayagapuram School. Soldier injured by tiger mortar fire in Jaffna - at 08:12 hours on 01st December 2006 Tigers fired mortars at the FDL's of Muhamalai on Thursday (30) at 11.50 a.m. One soldier was reported injured in the incident. More tigers surrender to the Army in Batticaloa - at 08:10 hours on 01st December 2006 On Wednesday (29) AT 7.45 P.M. two tiger terrorists surrendered to the Army Detachment in Kadjuwatte. On interrogation the two tigers had stated that they surrendered as they were disillusioned by the activities of the LTTE and it was unbearable to continue in the organization. Tigers fired small arms at troops in Batticaloa - at 08:08 hours on 01st December 2006 Tiger Terrorists fired small arms at troops in Kosawakulam around on Thursday (30) around 9.30 a.m. One soldier was reported injured in the incident. Army guard point attacked by Tigers in Batticaloa - at 08:07 hours on 01st December 2006 An Army guard point at Vavunativu, was attacked on Thursday (30) around 8.15 p.m. with mortars and small arms. The Army retaliated with mortar fire. No casualties were reported by the Army. Situation Report on 02nd December 2006 A dead body found at Mavilaru in Trincomalee - on 02nd Dec 2006 A decomposed dead body of an LTTE cadre who had been killed in an earlier confrontation was found by the soldiers on foot patrol along with a T 56 gun 04 x Magazines filled with 120 Ammunition, 01 x Pouch, a set of LTTE uniform and a LTTE Code Sheet at Mavilaru, Trincomalee today (02) around noon. Soldier Killed In Tiger Grenade Attack at Velvettithurai in Jaffna - on 02nd Dec 2006 at 5.05 hours Army troops on foot patrol were attacked with grenades on Saturday (02) around 5.05 a.m. in Velvettithurai. One soldier was killed and another injured soldier was admitted to Pallaly hospital Situation Report on 03rd November 2006 Hand grenade recovered in Jaffna - at 1:30 hours on 03rd on December 2006 Army troops on a cordon and search operation recovered a hand grenade at Kodikamam, Jaffna today (03) around 1.30 p.m. Kodikamam Police are conducting further investigations. Sniper attack at the camp in Batticaloa - at 8:00 hours on 03rd on December 2006 Tiger terrorists have made a sniper attack at the soldiers guarding the Army camp Vavunathivu, Batticaloa today (03) around 8.00 a.m. One soldier was injured and was rushed to the Batticaloa hospital. Batticaloa Police are conducting inquiries. Attack on the troops guarding the IDP camp in Batticaloa- at 10:58 p.m hours on 03rd on December 2006 The tiger terrorists have hurled hand grenades at Army troops who were providing security to the camp where Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) were staying at Vinayagapuram, Valachchanai on 02 December around 10.00 p.m. The soldiers retaliated and foiled the attack after a subsequent cordon and search operation one T-56 gun and two motor cycles were found. One soldier was injured in the melee. This attack at the security personnel guarding the IDP camp is a violation of the internationally recognized humanitarian principles. Yet another tiger attack on the Army in Batticaloa - at 10:55 p.m hours on 03rd on December 2006 Tiger terrorists have attacked the government troops deployed in Kadjuwatte using mortar and artillery on 02 December. The soldiers retaliated. However, any report of damages to the either side has not yet been reported. Hand grenade found in Batticaloa - at 7:40 hours on 03rd on December 2006 Acting an information received from a civilian TWO hand grenades hidden in an abandoned land have been found by the soldiers at Velikanda on 02 December around 7.40 p.m. Forty-Five persons escape in Batticaloa - at 10:52 hours on 03rd on December 2006 45 Persons belonging to 16 families who escaped the un-cleared area in Vakarai had trekked to Valachchanai on 02 December. Subsequently, all of them were found lodgings at the camp for displaced persons at vinayagapuram. Situation Report on 04th November 2006 Terrorist Area Leader Killed - Batticaloa, on 4 Dec 2006 An armed confrontation took place between the terrorists and the army at Kaddamuravikulam towards Vakarai south today (04) afternoon. At the same time retaliatory mortar attack was made at terrorists at Mahindapura south. At these two conflicts, two soldiers were killed and 19 were injured. According to Security Forces sources at Kaddamuravikulam, 15 terrorists including an area leader Vidugan Master had also been killed. Two Muslim Civilians Shot Dead - Vavuniya, at 7:30 Hours on 4 Dec 2006 An unidentified gunman shot dead two Muslim men in the VAVUNIYA town yesterday. Vavuniya Police are investigating. Troops Comb Jaffna, Recover LTTE Arsenals in Jaffna - at 14:54 hours on 04th on December 2006 Troops on search operations throughout Jaffna located several LTTE caches of arms yesterday (03) and today (04). The following items were recovered: 03.12.2006 - 8. 05 p.m. - Karanthan, Jaffna On a tip off from a civilian, troops recovered 3 hand grenades from an abandoned yard. 03.12.2006 - 11.20 a.m. - Kaithadi, Jaffna The Army recovered 500 rounds of ammunition and 4 detonators. 04.12.06 - 6.50 a.m. - Periyapalan, Jaffna Troops located the following items from an abandoned backyard. Ammunition 500 rounds, Hand grenades 05, Communication set 01, Antenna 01, Remote control 01, Pistol ammunition 10 rounds, Pistol magazine 01, Wire rolls 01. 04.12.2006 - 07.45 a.m. - Kalliyan Kadu, Jaffna Soldiers on a search operation recovered the following from a neglected yard. T 56 01, Magazine 01, Ammunition 100 rounds, Detonator cord 10 m. 04.12.2006 - 10.20 a.m. - Siruppidi, Jaffna Troops recovered the following items hidden in a cemetery T 56 01, Magazine 01, Ammunition 80 rounds, Communication set 01, Set Antenna 01, Claymore mine (10 kg) 01, Hand Grenades 04. STF on mission to recover hijacked tractors kill 6 LTTE cadres in Ampara - at 8:40 hours on 04th on December 2006 6 LTTE cadres were killed in the retaliatory fire when they attacked a group of Special Task Force (STF) personnel deployed in the Sangaman Kanda area around 8.40 a.m. today (04) . The STF was deployed in the area to recover the 3 tractors of civilians hijacked by the LTTE yesterday (03). The LTTE opened small arms fire on the STF in the Sangaman Kanda area around 8.40 a.m. today (04) injuring four soldiers. The STF retaliated inflicting heavy damages to the terrorists. Technical sources have confirmed that 6 LTTE cadres were killed in the retaliatory fire by the STF. 4 injured STF personnel were rushed to Ampara hospital. One succumbed to his injuries. A search operation is underway in the area. LTTE hijacks 3 tractors of civilians in Ampara- at 3:30 hours on 04th on December 2006 Tiger terrorists threatening civilians at gun point hijacked 3 tractors in Potuvil, Rotta around 3.30 p.m. yesterday (03). The civilians were working at a tsunami housing project site when the incident took place. Civilians have lodged a complaint with the Potuvil Police. The Potuvil Police are conducting further investigations. Tiger terrorists fired small arms at Mankerni in Batticaloa - at 8:30 hours on 04th on December 2006 Tiger terrorists fired Army point in Mankerni yesterday (03) around 8.30 a:m Troops retaliated with 81 mm mortars. No damage to own troops. Tigers fired army point in Vavunathivu - at 7:00 hours on 04th on December 2006 Tiger terrorists fired Army point in Vavunathivu detachment yesterday (03) around 7.00 p.m. Troops retaliated with small arms and artillery. No damage to own troops. Tigers fired mortars at Kadjuwatta in Batticaloa - at 4:45 hours on 04th on December 2006 Tigers fired 81 mm mortars and artillery towards Kadjuwatta Army camp yesterday (03) around 4.45 p.m. Troops retaliated with artillery and mortars. No damage to own troops. Situation Report on 05th November 2006 Terrorists Attack Home Guards - Anuradhapura, at 7:30 Hours on 5 Dec 2006 LTTE Terrorists detonated a claymore mine at the Home Guards deployed at the FDL at Kebithigollawa today (05) around 7:30 a.m. resulting in the injuries to two Home Guards who were admitted to Kebithigollawa hospital. A Civilian Killed - Trincomalee, at 7:50 Hours on 5 Dec 2006 An unidentified gunman has shot dead a Tamil person named K.Ganeshpalan in Trincomalee today. Uppuveli Police are conducting the investigations. Air Strike at Terrorist Locations - Batticaloa, at 9:00 Hours on 5 Dec 2006 The Sri Lanka Air Force conducted an air strike using Kfir aircraft at identified terrorist location where mortars are deployed at Kaddamurivikulam near Panichchankerni West in Batticaloa. Boats Forcibly Taken by Terrorists - Puttlam, at 11:30 hours on 5 Dec 2006 Fishermen have complained to the Navy camp that 05 boats and 07 engines belonging to them were taken by force by the terrorists. Consequently the fishermen have been put in to another boat. The incident had taken place at Kudiramalai, Puttalam today (05) at dawn. Weapon Recovered by Troops - Jaffna, at 17:54 Hours on 5 Dec 2006 Acting on information received from civilians, troops recovered One T-56 weapon, Two magazines and Two claymore mine tripods buried in an abandoned land at Point-Pedro, Jaffna today (05) at dawn. LTTE Attacks Black Bridge Road Block - Batticaloa, at 19:45 Hours on 5 Dec 2006 LTTE cadres fired mortars at the black bridge combined road block injuring a Policeman, and two soldiers around 3:40 a.m. today (05). The injured were rushed to the hospital. One of the injured is a female Army soldier. Eravur Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 06th December 2006 LTTE claymore blast kills four civilians - Jaffna, at 1:00 p.m hours on 6 Dec 2006 Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting a passing Army cab today (06) around 1.00 p.m. near the Telecommunication Department close to the Bazaar in the Jaffna town. The LTTE missed its target and hit civilians instead. The Tiger terrorists missed the target but two civilians who were close to the explosion were killed and three others were injured. Another two civilians critically injured in the tiger claymore mine blast this afternoon (06) succumbed to their injuries while being treated at the Jaffna hospital. Two civilians who were close to the explosion were killed on the spot while three others were injured. The death toll has risen to four. Tigers target troops detonating a claymore mine - Vavuniya, at 7:30 a.m hours on 6 Dec 2006 Tiger terrorists targeted an Army route clearing patrol by detonating a Claymore mine on Tuesday (05) at 7.30 a.m. in Nochchikulam. A soldier sustained minor injuries. Tigers fire mortars at Army detachments - Batticaloa, at 9:30 p.m hours on 6 Dec 2006 Tiger terrorists fired mortars at the Mankerni Army detachment on Tuesday (05) at 5.40 p.m. and at the Kiran Army detachment at 9.30 p.m. No casualties or damage to Army. Situation Report on 07th December 2006 Two civilians shot dead at Trincomalee - on 07th Dec 2006 at 2.30 p.m The owner of the Vinayanagar hardware store and another customer were shot dead by unidentified gunmen around 2.30 p.m. today (07) near the 6th post on the Trincomalee - Nilaveli road. LTTE attack on Police foot patrol injures one constable at Maharambakulam in Vavuniya - on 07th Dec 2006 at 1.15 p.m Tiger terrorists opened fire on a Police foot patrol between Maharambakulam and Punthottam around 1.15 p.m. today (07). A Police constable who sustained injuries in the attack was admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. Tigers fire shells at Somadevi school students in Trincomalee - on 07th Dec 2006 at 12.20 p.m After the tigers fired artillery at the Somadevi School in Kallaru this morning more artillery shells were fired once again at 12.20 p.m. killing three civilians. It is expected the Tigers will continue to fire artillery as it is their usual practice. Claymore mine recovered on civilian information at Habaraduwa in Galle - on 07th Dec 2006 On information from a civilian a 2 kg claymore mine was found on the Galle- Matara road near the Habaraduwa cemetery by the sea. Tigers fire shells at Somadevi school students in Trincomalee - on 07th Dec 2006 at 11.30 a.m Today (07) around 11.30 a.m. a teacher and ten students of Somadevi School in Kallaru Trincomalee were injured when Tiger terrorists fired artillery shells into the school Sailor Fires in Self Defence at Modara in Colombo - on 07th Dec 2006 at 8.30 a.m A Navy foot patrol today (07) on Crows Island, Modara at 8.35 a.m. observed a group of young Tamil persons. When attempting to check them, one of them attempted to grab the rifle of a sailor who fired in self defence injuring two young Tamil persons. Situation Report on 08 December 2006 LTTE fires mortar bombs and artillery shells on Mahindapura in Trincomalee - at 17:59 hours on 08th December Tiger terrorists directed Mortar bombs and artillery shells on Mahindapura between 1:30 p.m. to 1:40 p.m. today (08) No harm was reported to civilians or troops. Tiger terrorist fire artillery at Kallar once again in Trincomalee - at 15:02 p.m. hours on 08th December Tiger terrorists fired artillery at Somadevi Devi school twice on Thursday (07) killing a teacher, a 13 year old schoolboy, three civilians as well as injuring many others. Once again Tiger terrorists fired artillery at 6:25 a.m. on Friday (08) at Kallar area. No injuries were reported either to troops or civilians. Tigers attack troops detonating claymore mine in Vavuniya - at 09:05 a.m. hours on 08th December Tiger terrorists targeted an army foot patrol at Asikulam on Friday (08) at 8:00 a.m. by triggering a Claymore mine. Three soldiers were injured in the incident. Tigers fire artillery at troops in Trincomalee -at 09:39 a.m. hours on 08th December On Thursday (07) between 8:15 p.m. and 8.55 p.m. Tigers terrorists fired Artillery at troops in Kallar. Three soldiers were injured in the incident. Tiger terrorists target troops detonating claymore mine in Jaffna - at 07:33 a.m hours on 08th December Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting troops in Uduppiddi, Velvettithurai on Thursday (07) at around 12:40 p.m. No injuries to troops. In a search operation which followed troops recovered three hand grenades. Situation Report on 08 December 2006 Another Victim of the 01st of December Explosion Passed Away - 9 Dec 2006 Lance Corporal Fernando TRM (25) on succumbed to his injuries received when the convoy of the Defence Secretary Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksa was attacked by a suicide bomber, on 01 December. The Defence Secretary narrowly escaped the attempted assassination while three soldiers died in the blast. Tigers Fire Artillery At Troops - Trincomalee, at 5:30 Hours on 9 Dec LTTE Terrorists fired Artillery continuously from Verugal and Vakarai areas at troops in Mahindapura on Saturday (09) between 5:30 a.m. and 7:15 a.m. Four soldiers sustained injuries and were admitted to Kantalai hospital. The Army retaliated with Artillery fire. Tiger Terrorists Fire Mortars At Army Foot Patrol - Batticaloa, at 11:10 a.m. on 9 Dec 06 Tiger Terrorists fired RPG's and Mortars at an Army foot patrol on Friday (08) at 11:10 a.m. in Kadjuwatta. Troops retaliated. No casualties to troops were reported. Situation Report on 10 December 2006 Assurance by the security forces - at 20:53 p.m hours on 10th December Security Forces had earlier requested the SLMM and the ICRC to take urgent steps to spare and keep civilians away from tiger gun positions. This is a tactic used by the LTTE to subject civilians to retaliatory fire and project that the government troops are disregarding the safety of the civilians in the un-cleared areas. The forcible detaining of civilians in two schools in Palachenai in the VAKARAI area by Tiger terrorists and locating their heavy weapons closer to those School is a clear example of the Tiger's inhuman and brutal tactics against innocent Tamil civilians despite Tigers claims of being the sole representatives of Tamils. Also, the Security Forces have assured the ICRC that they will support and cooperate with them to move out any civilian casualties for treatment. Two mortar locations destroyed in Batticaloa - at 17:46 p.m hours on 10th December Tiger terrorists have been continuing sporadic artillery and mortar attacks at Kaddimuravikulam, Kadjuwatta, Kirimichchiya and Madurankerni since morning today (10). The Security Forces countered their attack with fierce retaliation, causing heavy damages to the terrorists. It is believed that a large number of terrorists were killed in the confrontation that took place at close quarters and a large number were reported injured. Meanwhile, ground troops were able to destroy, two mortar locations (120 mm & 81 mm mortar) along with guns. 12 soldiers were reported killed and another 51 have been injured. They have been rushed for medical treatment. IDP's continue to arrive in Kantale area in Trincomalee - at 14:34 p.m hours on 10th December IDP's Who have sought safety in the Kantale AREA have now increased to 2232 consisting of 708 families. As on Sunday (10) there are 1278 IDP's accommodated at the Agrabodhi temple, 265 in the former Courts Buildings near the KANTALE Railway station, 503 in the Bathiyagama School and 186 in the Raja Ella School. Tiger terrorists continue to fire artillery/ mortars at army Camps - 12:17 p.m hors on 10th December Tiger terrorists fired mortars and artillery shells on Sunday (10) morning at Kaddimuravikulam, Kajuwatte, Kirimichchiya areas. The Army counter attacked and it is reported Tigers sustained heavy casualties. Two soldiers were reported killed and 20 were injured. Three soldiers injured by tiger attacks in Jaffna - at 11:15 a.m hours on 10h December Troops retaliated with artillery when Tiger terrorists fired Mortars at the Muhamalai FDL's around 7.35 a.m. on Sunday (10) injuring a soldier. The Tigers also triggered a claymore mine targeting an Army route clearing patrol in Yakkaru area on Sunday (10) around 7.50 a.m. injuring two soldiers. Five grenades found on civilian information in Jaffna - at 08:45 a.m hours om 10th December Five hand grenades were found in Jaffna on Saturday (09) on information received from a civilian. Two hand grenades were found by troops hidden in a garden on Saturday (09) at 4.30 p.m. in Navanthurai and at10.00 a.m. three hand grenades were recovered from an abandoned house Kopay. Tiger terrorists fire 81mm mortars at troops in Batticaloa - at 07:35 a.m hours on 10th December Tiger terrorists fired 81 mm mortars at troops located near the Assistant Government Agent's Office in Vavunitivu on Saturday at 7.00 p.m. Troops retaliated with Mortar fire. No casualties were reported. Civilian killed by tiger terrorists in Jaffna - at 07:34 a.m hours on 10th December Selliah Thiyagaraja (55) was shot dead by a gang of Tiger terrorists at Vaddukkodai on Saturday (09) at 3.00 p.m. Situation Report on 11th Dec 2006 LTTE shells Vavunathivu camp at Batticaloa - on 11th Dec 2006 at 5.15 p.m The Vavunathivu Army has been shelled by LTTE from un-cleared areas inuring three (3) Army personnel around 5.15 p.m. today (11). The security forces retaliated and consequences of retaliation are not known yet. Sick constable shot dead at Kurumanweli in Batticaloa - on 11th Dec 2006 at 4015 p.m Tiger pistol gang killed a Police constable, Sisira Kumara of 1st Lane, Eravur, attached to Batticaloa police station near Kurumanweli ferry today (11) around 4.15 p.m. The constable had been on sick leave, and was clad in civil clothes according the Kalawanchikudi police who are making injuries. Tigers lob hand grenades at Army sentry point at Kokuvil in Jaffna - on 11th Dec 2006 at 11.10 a.m Tiger terrorists lobbed two hand grenades at an Army sentry point in Kokuvil around 11.10 a.m. today (11) Two Soldiers sustained injuries in the attack. Claymore blast hit Police returning from a murder investigation at Akkaraipaththu in Ampara - on 11th Dec 2006 at 10.00 a.m A claymore mine targeting a Police jeep exploded hitting a civilian van instead around 10.00 a.m. in Akkaraipaththu today (11). 5 Police personnel and a civilian were injured in the blast. The injured were rushed to the Akkaraipaththu hospital. Police investigators were returning after handing over a dead body to the hospital in relation to a murder investigation in the Pahankaduwa, Akkraipaththu when the attack took place. Situation Report on 12 December 2006 LTTE's attempt to shell kajuwatte camp thwarted in Batticaloa - at 10:00 hours on 12th December The Sri Lanka air force completely destroyed a 'make shift' artillery position at Panichchankerni west, around 10:00 a.m. today (12). Tiger terrorists were moving artillery to launch an attack on the Kajuwatte Camp from Panichchnakerni west area. This area is situated 8 kilo meters south west of Vakarai. The security forces also confirmed that the area attacked today are free of civilians. Soldier dies in the explosion in Mannar - at 10:00 hours on 12th December Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting a road clearing group of soldiers today (12) around 10:00 a.m. One soldier died in the explosion and two were injured and were admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. Tiger artillery attack continues in Batticaloa - at 10:30 hours on 12th December Tiger terrorists started attacking with 122 mm and 152 mm artillery at Panichchankerni, Kirimichchiya and Kajuwatte areas from un-cleared areas in Vakarai today (12) around 10:30 a.m. The Army has exactly located the positions, Tamil Maha Vidyalaya and Vakarai hospital, Vakarai from which attacks are launched using civilians as a human shield. Today 85 civilians have escaped the un-cleared areas with great difficulty. These refugees have been found shelter in camps where they are given food, lodgings and medicine. "Udayan" police guard attacked in Jaffna - at 10:50 hours on 12th December Tiger terrorists have shot a police constable guarding the "Udayan" newspaper office in Kasturiya road, Jaffna. The victim has been admitted to the Jaffna Jaffna hospital. "Udayan", a Jaffna-based daily newspaper had been under constant threat by the LTTE. The attack on the Police Constable who was giving protection to the newspaper is a clear indicator of the LTTE's utter disregard for the freedom of the media. Female Tiger Terrorist Surrenders to Police - Batticaloa, at 13:30 hours on 12 Dec A LTTE female cadre aged about 21 years surrendered to Valaichennai Police on Tuesday (12) around 1:30 p.m. as it was unbearable to be in the LTTE organization due to continuous harassment. More civilians flee LTTE held areas in Batticaloa - at 18:55 hours on 12th December Hundreds of Tamil residents living in terrorist held areas of Vakarai continue to escape to evade atrocities by the so-called sole representative of the Tamil speaking people, LTTE. A total of 355 Tamil civilians have entered the government controlled areas today (12), seeking protection from the government forces. Of the total 355, 282 people have arrived at Rideethenna while the rest 73 reached Pesalai in boats. All escapees were directed to IDP centers by the Security Forces. Situation Report on 13th Dec 2006 Civilians Escape as Tigers Flee - Batticaloa, 13 Dec A group of 1297 people (393 families) who were held by Tiger terrorists in areas controlled by them in Vakarai have escaped into the government controlled areas, today (13). The escapees have told Security Forces that they managed to free themselves from terrorists' grip across the jungles as the LTTE cadres fled the area. These internally displaced people have been housed at Vinayagapuram in Valachchenai. Situation Report on 14th Dec 2006 Police curfew in Batticaloa - at 6:00 hours on 14th Dec 2006 As a clash escalated between two Muslim groups turned to spread violence across the Kattankudy area. The Police who tightened security in the area to bring the situation under control subsequently imposed a Police curfew effective 6.00 p.m. today (14). till 6.00 a.m. tomorrow (15). The Police are conducting investigation into the incident. Further details will follow. Troops detect Claymore averting disaster in Jaffna - at 11:00 hours on 14th Dec 2006 A group of security force personnel on routine search operation discovered a claymore mine planted by the targeting troops in Nelliadi, around 11.00 a.m. today (14). Army confirmed that the mine weighed 10kg. Tiger terrorist killed by Home Guards in confrontation in Vavuniya - at 12:45 hours on 14th Dec 2006 Tiger terrorists on their way to attack Ullukkulama village were attacked by Home Guards on Thursday (14) at 12.45 a.m. the Tigers fled. A body of a terrorist was found later with a T-56 assault rifle in a search operation conducted by the Home guards. No casualties were reported to the Home guards. Army Sergeant missing in action found among dead tiger terrorists in Batticaloa - at 10:17 hours on 14th Dec 2006 Tiger terrorists withdrawing from Vakarai to Thoppigala area were confronted at Meeyankulam by Troops patrolling the area Wednesday (13) night. In a search operation conducted after the confrontation five bodies of Tiger terrorists and Five T -56 Assault rifles were recovered. Army Sergeant Ratnayake KMS who was missing in action since 06.10 2006 was found injured and abandoned by the LTTE terrorists at the scene of the incident. He was evacuated and admitted to Polonnaruwa hospital. Troops recover ammunition from Velvettithurai area - 11:05 hours on 14th Dec 2006. Troops during Search Operation in Kottawatte on Tuesday (13) at 4.15 p.m. recovered Five T 56 magazines, 24 mortar Bombs 60 mm, and 4750 rounds of T 56 ammunition. On the same day (13) on information received from civilian troops recovered two hand grenades around 11.5 p.m. from Velvetithurai area. Situation Report on 15 December 2006 1400 escape from terrorist grip in Batticaloa - at 19:44 hours on 15th December 1290 civilians escaped from un-cleared areas from Vakarai South to Mankerni and Kadjuwatta and 110 from Vakarai North to Selvagar during the day of December 15. Civilians arrive by sea to controlled areas in Batticaloa - at 13:38 hours on 15th December Civilians arriving into security forces controlled areas using the land route due to the prevailing conflict situation in the Vakarai area now prefer the sea route as Tiger terrorists are a threat on the land route. Today (15), three of the seven (07) boats carrying civilians trying to escape from Tiger harassment were targeted by the Tiger terrorists. They inform that a civilian was killed and seven were injured and admitted to hospital. Hospital sources inform that five injured civilians have left hospital after treatment. Prisons bus attacked with RPG'S by tigers in Batticaloa - at 11:12 hours on 15th December The Batticaloa prisons department bus returning with prisoners from Potuvil courts to Batticaloa on the Potuvil - Akkaraipattu road between Komari and Sangamankande 212 mile post was fired at by Tiger terrorists with RPG's on Thursday (14) around 4.30 pm. No casualties were reported. Prisons officers have reported the incident to the STF Kanchanakuda camp Civilian arrivals in Mankerni and Vinayagapuram area in Batticaloa - at 08:28 hours on 15th December About 2000 civilians have arrived from the un cleared areas of Vakarai to the areas controlled by the Security Forces by Thursday (14). Of these arrivals about 700 displaced civilians are accommodated in Mankerni, and about 1300 are in the Vinayagapuram area. Troops recover claymore mines and radio equipment in Trincomalee - at 08:24 hours on 15th December Troops conducting a search operation recovered Two claymore mines and Two remote control devices in Kandalkadu on Thursday (14) around 2:15 p.m. Situation Report on 16th Dec 2006 Civilians flee from Tiger grip at Valachchenai in Batticaloa - on 16th Dec 2006. Today (16) 2790 civilians escaped from the uncleared area of Vakarai to Riditenna and Valachchenai. The total number of escapees, who were dismayed with the threats and harassment of the tiger terrorists, is now 13,910 since 01 November. Arms recovered at Kayts in Jaffna - on 15th Dec 2006 Acting on information received from a civilian the following arms and ammunition were recovered hidden in an abandoned well at Nerichchamunai, Kayts yesterday (15) in the afternoon. 22 x T56 weapons 48 x Magazines On information from civilian troops recover claymore mine in Jaffna - on 16th Dec 2006 at 10:30 a.m. Troops recovered a 07 kg Claymore mine set up by Tiger terrorist near the Kandasamy Kovil road on information received from a civilian on Saturday (16) around 10:30 a.m. Investigations reveal that the Tigers had set up this claymore mine targeting the Security Forces. Situation Report on 17 December 2006 Explosives Recovered in Jaffna - at 21:13 p.m hours on 17th December Acting on information received from a civilian 95 kg of gelignite sticks were recovered hidden in an abandoned house in Manipay, JAFFNA today (17) around 6.00 p.m. More civilians flee the tiger grip in Batticaloa - at 19:27 p.m hours on 17th December 1582 persons belonging to 496 families have escaped from the un-cleared area and trekked to the cleared area at Rideetenna. Among the adult escapees, 425 are male and 456 female while there are 348 boys and 353 girls. Since November 01, a total of 15492 have entered the cleared area. The total number of escapees from the un-cleared areas to cleared area, since July 01, 2006, number 21,726. Tigers fire at STF camp in Mannar - at 07:34 a.m hours on 17th December The STF camp at Yodawewa (Giants Tank) was fired at by Tiger terrorists with small arms from Parappakandal area at 5.35 p.m. on Saturday (16). Tiger terrorists fled when STF retaliated. Situation Report on 18 December 2006 More civilians flee tiger-held areas seeking govt. protection in Batticaloa - at 22:04 p.m hours on 18th December A total of 2491 civilians have entered into government controlled areas from terrorist-held areas in VAKARAI during the day, today (18). These innocent civilians have told Security Forces that they opted to flee, leaving all their belongings behind due to continuous atrocities committed on them by Tiger terrorists. They have been subjected to various harassments as they have declined to heed to terrorists' demands to assist them in their operations against the Security Forces, especially refusing to send their children for combat training. The Security forces are tirelessly involved attending to food, medical and other requirements of 2491 people belonging to 650 families, including 599 males, 726 females, 547 boys and 619 girls have reached Redeetenne, today(18). Young Political Dissidents Killed in Batticaloa - at 14:48 p.m hours on 18th December Tiger terrorists had shot dead three young T.M.V.P. activists when they had gone to get some photocopies and were conversing with a three-wheeler driver opposite the public market at Badulla road in Chenkaladi, in Eravur Police division today (18) around 8.25 a.m. Three young men died on the spot while the three - wheeler driver was admitted to Chenkaladi hospital with severe injuries and later transferred to Baticaloa hospital. The deceased are Sellathamby Sindon (22) of Krishnakovil Street, Kinnadi, Valaichchenai, Pakyarasa Nithyarajah (20) of Kalmadu Street, Vinayagapuram, Valaichchenai and Ithiyewan (18) of Kalalcovil Street, Mavadivembo, Sittandi. The injured person is K. Govindan (45) of Chenkaladi. This is yet another cold-blooded killing of political dissidents of the LTTE, whose aim is to eliminate all non LTTE Tamil political activities. Situation Report on 19th Dec 2006 Tiger attack repulsed at Chenkaladi in Batticaloa - on 18th Dec 2006 at 7.30 p.m Security Forces repulsed an attack by Tiger terrorists yesterday (18) at Chenkaladi, Batiicaloa around 7.35 p.m. After the terrorists fled, the troops recovered 01 Claymore mine weighing 2.5 kg, 01 Claymore mine weighing 10 kg, 25 mtrs of wire and Two 9v Batteries during a subsequent search operation. Police post attacked by the terrorists at Payaranakulam in Vavuniya - on 18th Dec 2006 at 7.30 p.m Tiger terrorists fired with small arms at the No. 07 Division Police checkpoint at Parayanakulam, Mannar road in Vavuniya yesterday (18) around 7.30 p.m. In the face of retaliation by the Police, the terrorists had fled. No damages to the Police have been reported. Arms and Ammunition recovered at Nelumkulama in Vavuniya - on 18th Dec 2006 at 2.45 p.m During a search operation conducted on information received from a civilian, the troops recovered following arms and ammunition yesterday (18) around 2.45 p.m. at Nelumkulama. 08 Electric detonators 11 mtr Detonator cord 05 Electronic circuits 17 Electric plugs 05 Battery circuits 02 Remote controllers 03 Claymore stands This recovery is an indication of increasing cooperation extended by civilians to the Security Forces. Artillery attack by the terrorists at Kadjuwatta in Batticaloa - on 18th Dec 2006 at 6.50 p.m Tiger terrorists fired with 122 MM Artillery at the Kadjuwatta Army camp at yesterday (18) around 6.50 p.m. No damages to the troops have been reported. Situation Report on 20 December 2006 Troops recover arms on civilian information in Jaffna - at 07:09 a.m hours on 20th December On information from a civilian, troops recovered the following items from an abandoned house in Thambisetti Point Pedro Jaffna yesterday (20) around 5.15 p.m. 02 x T 56 weapons 03 x T 56 magazines 92 x T 56 ammo Tigers hurled hand grenade in Vavuniya - at 07:07 a.m hours on 20th December Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade at a Police post in Kalapa no 01 on the Vavuniya Mannar main road yesterday (20) around 7.40 p.m. No damages were reported. Troops recover arms in Jaffna - at 19:16 a.m hours on 20th December On a civilian information troops recovered following items today (20) around 3.45 p.m. from Karaveddi Point Pedro Jaffna. 02 x T 56 Weapons 05 x T 56 magazines 03 x Hand grenades 01 x Claymore mine (10 kg) Weapon factory attacked MUlative - at 15:59 p.m hours on 20th December Sri Lanka air force conducted air strikes using kafir jet planes on a factory in the thick jungle that produces arms, ammunitions and mines by LTTE in Pudukaduirippu Mulative today (20) in the morning. According to the Air Force sources, the operation was successful. Tigers target tractor with claymore mine in Vavuniya - at 13:28 a.m hours on 20th December Tiger terrorists triggered a claymore mine targeting a tractor at Thandikulam on Wednesday (20) at 12.25 p.m. One soldier was reported injured and admitted to VAVUNIYA hospital. Tiger terrorists attack army camp in Mannar - at 09:48 a.m hours on 20th December On Wednesday (20) at 1.00 A.M. Tiger terrorists attacked the Army Camp at Neelachchenai. One soldier was reported killed. The Army retaliated. No reports regarding casualties to Tiger terrorists. TMVP offices in east attacked in Trincomalee - at 09:47 a.m hours on 20th December The Kalmunai TMVP political office was attacked by Tiger terrorists triggering an explosion on Tuesday (19) at 8.50 p.m. One person was killed and another was injured in the explosion. A Hand grenade was also hurled at the TMVP office in Trincomalee at 8.30 p.m. on Tuesday (19) but no damage was reported. Situation Report on 22nd December 2006 Air Force bombs LTTE camp in Mullaithivu - at 09:00 a.m on 22nd December 2006 Air Force Kfir jets bombed a LTTE camp south of Puthukudyrippu around 9.00 a.m. today (22). Terrorists flee after the hand grenade attack in Ampara - at 10:46 a.m on 22nd December 2006 Tiger terrorist hurled a hand grenade at the Police post at Pandirippu, Kalmunai today (22) around 6.25 a.m. No one was hurt. Terrorists fled in the face of retaliation by the Police. Claymore mine recovered on information from a civilian in Jaffna - at 07:58 a.m on 22nd December 2006 An Army route clearing patrol in the Ariyalai area on Thursday (21) around 9.05 a.m. recovered a Claymore Mine on information received from a civilian. The Army Bomb Disposal team defused the mine. Grenade hurled at soldier by tigers in Jaffna - at 07:55 a.m on 22nd December 2006 A soldier on duty at the Nagarkovil FDL area was injured when Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade on Thursday (21) around 10.25 p.m. Situation Report on 23rd Dec 2006 Tiger's fire small arms at Police post in Ampara - on 23rd Dec 2006 at 11.45 p.m Tiger terrorists fired small arms at Police post in Central camp, Ampara today (23) around 11.45 p.m. Due to the Tiger fire one Home Guard injured and admitted to Ampara hospital. Two LTTE cadres surrender at Rideetenna in Batticaloa - on 23rd Dec 2006 at 11.00 a.m Two LTTE cadres, aged 17 and 19 have escaped the Tiger camps and surrendered to Security Forces today (23) around 11.00 a.m. at Rideetenna Army camp in Batticaloa. Mortars fired by Tiger terrorists at Army camp at Vavunativu in Batticaloa - on 23rd Dec 2006 at 6.30 a.m Tiger terrorists fired mortars at the Vavunativu Army point camp on Saturday (23) at 6.30 a.m. Troops retaliated. No damage has been reported. Policeman electrocuted by booby trap at Murunkan in Vavuniya - on 23rd Dec 2006 at 6.25 a.m The Murunkan - Mannar area, No.10 Police group during a search operation observed a parcel, on Saturday (23) at 6.25 a.m. A policeman was electrocuted when they tried to inspect the parcel/wires which was a booby trap set up by the Tiger terrorists. The Policeman succumbed as a result of being electrocuted in Murunkan hospital. Police recover claymore mine at Puwarasakulam in Vavuniya - on 23rd Dec 2006 at 7.50 a.m Police on a route clearing patrol on Saturday (23) at 7.50 a.m. recovered a claymore mine near the Post Office guard post in the Puwarasakulam - Vavuniya area weighing 07 kgs. The STF has been informed to defuse the mine. LTTE sea pirates forcibly board a disabled Jordanian Merchant Vessel off Mulaitivu - on 23rd Dec 2006 at 3.30 a.m LTTE Sea Tigers forcibly boarded a Jordanian Merchant Vessel named FARHA iii around 3.30 am today (23) which had been drifting off Mulaitivu seas due to a technical failure. A maritime distress message which was released by the vessel indicating that the ship is under armed pirate attack was received by the Maritime Rescuing Coordinating Centre, Falmouth in UK and this has been conveyed to the Sri Lankan naval authorities. Attempts made by the Naval units to establish communication with the vessel have failed as it is believed the Sea Tiger pirates have disconnected communication. Suspicious persons observed at sea in Colombo - on 23rd Dec 2006 around 4.00 a.m On Saturday (23) around 3.45 to 4.00 a.m., an Army Patrol observed a suspicious individual with a light in the sea off Kollupitiya swimming ashore near Lane 17. He jumped into the sea when being questioned by the Army. The Army fired at him. A search operation is being conducted by Security Forces and Police. Situation Report on 24th Dec 2006 Two local terrorist leaders killed in Ampara - on 24th Dec 2006 at 8:30 a.m. Tiger terrorists attacked Special Task Force (STF) route clearing party with mortar and fire arms at Kanchanakuda, Ampara today (24) around 8.30 a.m. The STF troops retaliated. In a subsequent search operation, 02 T-56 weapons, 04 magazines, 02 pouches, 04 Hand grenades, 150 T-56 ammunition, 01 Banot, 01 code name sheet, 01 cap, 02 field dressings were recovered. The LTTE communication intercepted by the troops has confirmed that two prominent Local LTTE leaders, Jegan and Maradijaan were killed and six cadres were injured in the confrontation. Arms and ammunition recovered in Trincomalee - on 24th Dec 2006 at 7:50 a.m. Army, while on a search operation, were able to recover following arms, ammunition and other articles hidden in a Kovil at Kallikadu, Trincomalee today (24) around 7.50 a.m. 9 .18 mm ammunition - 40 Magazine - 01 Pen torch batteries - 06 Blood Pressure meter - 01 20 Persons escape to cleared Area in Batticaloa - on 24th Dec 2006 Twenty displaced persons belonging to 10 families, comprising 11 male adults, 7 female adults and 2 children have escaped from un-cleared areas at Vakarai to the cleared area Rideetenna yesterday (23) and today (24). Tigers fire artillery and mortars in Batticaloa - on 24th Dec 2006 at 1:15 a.m. Tiger terrorists fired artillery and mortars at Black bridge, Batticaloa today (24) around 1.15 a.m. Troops retaliated with artillery and mortars. No damages were reported. Tiger's fire small Arms at Police Post in Ampara- on 24th Dec 2006 at 11:45 p.m. Tiger terrorists fired small Arms at Police post in Central camp, Ampara yesterday (23) around 11.45 p.m. Due to the Tiger fire one Home Guard injured and admitted to Ampara hospital. Situation Report on 26th Dec 2006 Troops recover a corpse of a LTTE cadre in Jaffna - on 26th Dec 2006 at 11:40 a.m. Troops on a search operation in the Navanthurai area recovered a dead body of a LTTE cadre around 11.40 a.m. today (26).The tiger cadre had died by swallowing a cyanide capsule. Yesterday tiger terrorists ambushed and attacked an Army patrol with hand grenades at Navanthurai around 8.50 p.m. Troops recovered five dead bodies of LTTE terrorists, two cyanide capsules, Rs.110,000/= in a pack and 3 cellular phone SIMs during a search operation subsequent to the attack. 9 soldiers were injured in the attack. Eluthumadduwal FDL under LTTE mortar attack in Jaffna - on 26th Dec 2006 at 9:40 a.m. The LTTE directed 60 mm mortar fire at the Eluthumadduwal forward Defence line between 9.40 - 10.30 a.m. this morning (26). Troops retaliated. No harm was caused to troops or property. LTTE hand grenade attack injures four civilians in Jaffna - on 26th Dec 2006 at 11:15 a.m. Four civilians sustained severe injuries when LTTE terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at an Army check point in Kyts junction around 11.15 a.m. today (26). Among the injured are two men and two women. The injured civilians were rushed to the Jaffna hospital. Tiger terrorists are intensifying attacks on security forces despite civilian presence in the area. They have continuously shown scant regard for the civilian population in their attempts to harm the security forces. This is the 6th atrocity committed by the LTTE during this festive season. The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) was informed of the incident. The JAFFNA Police are conducting further investigations. LTTE cadre surrenders in Batticaloa - on 26th Dec 2006 at 2:30 p.m. An LTTE cadre who had received weapon training had escaped the camp and surrendered to the Security Forces on December 23 at Rideetenna around 2.30 p.m. The escapee, aged 23 has been handed over to the Police for further action. Nineteen Civilians escape in Batticaloa - on 26th Dec 2006 Nineteen civilians have escaped the uncleared area in Kadiraweli to the cleared area, Mankerni, in Batticaloa on December 25. The 19 persons belong to 06 families, including five male adults, six female adults, five boys and three girls. TMVP office attacked in Ampara - on 26th Dec 2006 at 8:00 p.m. The TMVP office located at Annamalai, Ampara was attacked on December 25, with hand grenades around 8.00 p.m. Woman shot dead in Ampara - on 26th Dec 2006 at 8:45 a.m. An unidentified gunman had shot dead a Tamil woman Leela Parameshwari (48) on December 25, at Akkarapatthu, Ampara around 8.45 a.m. Christmas day killing in Jaffna - on 25th Dec 2006 Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine yesterday (25) targeting a group of soldiers traveling on administrative duty at Rudamiyan, North Jaffna. The explosion killed three soldiers on the Christmas day. Situation Report on 27th December 2006 Police recover dead body of a youth at Nelumkulama in Vavuniya - on 27 Dec 2006 at 8.00 a.m. Police recovered a dead body with gun shot wounds in front of Kalaimagal School in Nelumkulama around 8.00 a.m. today (27). Police investigations have identified the deceased as Vasalingam Pullai, a student of the Technical College. Police and the Army have launched investigations to trace the killer. STF foils Tiger claymore mine attack at Kuruppalmadam in Batticaloa - on 27th Dec 2006 at 12.00 noon. A civilian had informed the STF camp on Wednesday (27) at 12.00 noon that a Claymore mine was being set up by Tiger Terrorists on the road to Kuruppalmadam Ferry. The STF had rushed to the scene when the Tigers hurled a grenade at them which had landed in the lagoon without harming anyone. A Tiger terrorist was killed when the STF retaliated . The STF recovered a Claymore mine, a switch to detonate the mine and 50 meters of wire . Two Tigers killed by troops at Muhamalai FDL's in Jaffna - on 27th Dec 2006 at 5.00 a.m On Wednesday (27), two Tiger terrorists at 5.00 am who had attempted to attack the Muhamalai FDL's were shot down when troops retaliated. Troops recovered two bodies , a T 56 assault rifle, two magazines and a Global Positioning System (GPS). Tigers target Police patrol at Vavuniya - on 27th Dec 2006 at 8.30 a.m On Wednesday (27) at 8.30 a.m., Tiger terrorists detonated a Claymore mine targeting a Police foot patrol near the Children's Park, Vavuniya. One Constable was killed. The purpose of these patrols is to maintain peace, law and order but the Tigers continue to target them. A search operation is being conducted in the Children's Park LTTE Kills Ex-LTTE Local Leader - Batticaloa, 14:00 Hours on 27 Dec LTTE terrorists killed an ex-LTTE local leader named K.Chandrasekaran (29) who had been involved in terrorist activities for over 10 years but about 4 years ago, had left the organization. On December 27, his decomposed body was found in a thicket in Koralkernipan, Kaluwankerni, Eravur around 4.00 p.m. Eravur Police are conducting inquiries. Situation Report on 28 December 2006 64 Persons Arrive From Vakarai - 28 Dec 29 Families consisting of 29 males, 18 females, 10 boys and 08 girls totaling 64 persons arrived from the Un Cleared areas of Vakarai to the Government controlled Kadjuwatte and Mankerni area on Thursday(28) between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. The new arrivals are accommodated at the Central College Sittandy. Tigers Fire Small Arms At Nagarkovil FDL's - 5:30 a.m. on 28 Dec Tiger terrorists fired small arms at the Army Nagagarkovil FDL's on Thursday (28) at 5:30 a.m. Army retaliated. One soldier sustained minor injuries. 15 Year Old Girl Escapes From Tiger Training Camp - Toppigala, 9:00 a.m. on 28 Dec On thursday (28) around 9:00 a.m. a girl about 15 years old had escaped from a Women's Tiger terrorist base in Thoppigala surrendered to the Dhammina Police post. She had stated she was a resident in the Batticoloa area and on Monday (18) two females riding a motor cycle had kidnapped her. On the same day six more girls of the same age were taken to the Illukpadichena women's training base for weapon training where there were 30 - 35 females undergoing training. She had escaped early morning around 4:30 a.m. on Tuesday (26) and had found her way through the jungle and surrendered to the Dhamminna Police post. LTTE terrorists Attack Army Guard Point with Grenades - Jaffna, at 10:00 Hours on 28 Dec LTTE terrorists attacked an Army guard point in Manthikai on Thursday (28) at 10:00 a.m. with hand grenades. A civilian identified as Jayasingham Elevedan was reported injured in the incident. LTTE attacks Panichchankerni army camp: soldier killed in Batticaloa - at 16:36 hours on 28th December Tiger terrorists attacked the Panichchankerni ARMY camp with mortars killing one soldier and injuring three others around 10.30 a.m. today (28). LTTE pistol group fires at police sub inspector in Vavuniya - at 15:28 p.m hours on 28th December Police sub inspector, Jayasinghe of the suduwendrapilavu Police was seriously injured when the tiger pistol group opened fire at him in the Settikulam, Nelumkulama area around 12 noon today (28). The Sub Inspector had been traveling on the pillion of a mortar bike ridden by another police constable towards the Suduwendrapilavu Police when the incident took place. The Sub Inspector was rushed to the VAVUNIYA hospital. Tiger claymore mine blast: two soldiers dead and three injured in Jaffna - at 15:12 p.m hours on 28th December Two soldiers were dead and another three were injured in an LTTE claymore mine attack in CHAVAKACHCHERI around 1.10 p.m. today (28). The claymore mine had been set up to target an Army truck. The injured were rushed to the PALALI hospital. Tigers kidnap PLOTE members in Puttalam - at 08:55 a.m hours on 28th December An armed group entered the PLOTE office on Third Cross street, Puttalam at 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday (27) and had kidnapped Pakiarasa alias MAMA and Karikalan. PLOTE members have informed the Puttalam Police the LTTE that is responsible for the crime. Tigers fire at TMVP office in Amapara - at 08:53 a.m hours on 28th December Tiger terrorists fled after firing at the TMVP office in Pottuvil at 5.45 p.m. on Wednesday (27). No casualties were reported. Situation Report on 29 December 2006 Army Retaliates Tiger Fire - Batticaloa, 7:00 Hours on 29 Dec LTTE terrorists attacked today (29) the area between Punani and Valaichchenai Army camps with mortar fire around 7:00 a.m. Three soldiers received minor injuries and were admitted to Polonnaruwa hospital. Situation Report on 30th December 2006 Tiger gun position and sea tiger base destroyed by air strikes at Pudukudiyirippu in North & East at 6.30 a.m The Air Force successfully carried out an air strike on a confirmed Tiger gun position in VAKARAI today (30) at 9.30 a.m. Around 12.00 noon another air strike by the Air Force destroyed a Sea Tiger Base in Pudukudiyirippu area. Claymore mine recovered on civilian information at Pandarikulam in Vavuniya - on 30th Dec 2006 at 11.05 a.m On information received from a civilian, the Security Forces conducted a search operation today (30) around 11.05 a.m. and recovered a Claymore mine from Pandarikulam. The mine was defused by the Bomb Disposal Team. The Police state the Claymore mine was set up to attack the Security Forces. Humanitarian mission attacked at Parangiyamadu in Batticaloa - on 30th Dec 2006 at 2.30 p.m Two tiger terrorists hiding among the displaced in a camp, had fired at a group of soldiers carrying foodstuffs and medicine to a refugee camp in Parangiyamadu, Kiran today (30) around 2.30 p.m. Two soldiers were injured in the attack. A terrorist was killed in the retaliatory attack by troops. A weapon was recovered in his person. This attack shows the inhumanity and barbarism of the tiger terrorists who target even humanitarian missions. Since the attackers were hiding among the displaced persons, the Army took maximum caution in retaliation so that no displaced person is injured. Further, the incident shows that the tigers use even the displaced persons in camps as human shields. Mortar attack hit a village at Kalavanchikudi in Batticaloa - on 30th Dec 2006 at 8.00 p.m Tiger terrorists fired mortars at the STF camp at Kalavanchikudi today (30) around 8.00 p.m. The mortars had hit Kalavanchikudi Village. STF troops retaliated. Claymore mine recovered at Vinayagapuram in Batticaloa - on 30th Dec 2006 STF troops attached to Thirukkovil Camp recovered a claymore mine with explosives today (30) hidden in a thicket close to Shivam Kovil at Vinayagapuram, Batticaloa. The mine weighing 2 kg is believed to be made in a foreign country. Thirukkovil Police are making inquiries Situation Report on 01 January 2007 Tiger attack on policemen on duty at the refugee camp in Vavuniya - at 20:56 p.m. on 01st January Tiger terrorists fired gun shots at two Policemen guarding a refugee camp at Punthottam, VAVUNIYA today (01) around 7.15 p.m. The Policemen who were seriously injured were airlifted to the Anuradhapura hospital. Two policemen killed in Vavuniya at 17:37 hours on 01st January Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine at a Police jeep transporting foodstuffs to Police officers, at a place 150 metres from the road barrier at Settikulam today (01) around 3.00 p.m. Two Police officers died in the explosion and one injured. Four dead bodies found in Ampara - at 17:35 p.m hours on 01st January Four dead bodies of Sinhalese persons were recovered by the Special Task Force (STF) personnel at Bakmitiyawa, AMPARA today (01) in the morning. The deceased are identified as M. Banda (52), a postman and his wife P. Mallika (43), Rathnayake Sudu BANDA (70) and his wife, Kusumawathi (55). Further a youth named D.M. Dayananda (18) has disappeared. STF personnel are making a search operation. It is believed that the four persons were killed by the LTTE because the victims were cooperating with the STF. Troops recover claymore after LTTE small arms attack in Jaffna - at 13:14 p.m hours on 01st January Troops on duty at the arasadi junction in KOKUVIL recovered a claymore mine during a cordon and search operation subsequent to a LTTE hand grenade and small arms attack around 9.10 a.m. today (01). A group of Army soldiers on duty at the ARASADI junction came under a LTTE hand grenade and small arms attack in the morning today (01). No harm was reported to troops or property. Soldier dies in LTTE claymore mine attack in Jaffna - at 11:26 a.m hours on 01st January A soldier was killed and another two injured when the LTTE detonated a claymore mine targeting a group of Army personnel along the JAFFNA - POINT PEDRO road around 7.50 a.m. in Navaladi today (01). Civilians continue to arrive into cleared areas in Batticaloa - at 08:12 a.m hours on 01st January On Thursday (30) Three (03) families consisting of 10 persons (03 males, 02 females, 01 boy and 04 girls) from the Un-cleared areas of VAKARAI arrived into the cleared areas of Mankerni. Tigers fire mortars at army camps in Batticaloa - at 08:11 a.m hours on 01st January Today (01) with the dawn of the New Year 2007, Tiger terrorists fired 81 mm mortars at Black Bridge, Vavunativu, Army detachments and the Rameshpuram village in Chnekalady. The Army retaliated with Artillery fire. No damage to property or casualties are reported. Claymore Mine Recovered - Batticaloa, at 2:30 Hours on 1 Jan A claymore mine weighing 4 KG has been recovered near the Divisional Secretariat Vavunativu around 2:30 p.m. Situation Report on 02 January 2007 Air Force Denies Bombing Civilians - Illuppaikadavai, 2 Jan 2007 The Air Force denied bombing civilian settlements in Illuppaikadavai, North of Mannar this morning as alleged by pro LTTE media groups. Air Force Kfir jets carried out air strikes on an identified sea tiger base in Illuppaikadavai, north of Mannar this morning. The sea tiger base in Illuppaikadavai was a well identified target which was under constant monitoring by the SLAF. Intercepted Tiger communication revealed that the tigers were in need of urgent medical supplies. The LTTE is currently spreading false information that the SLAF has bombed a civilian settlement in an attempt to discredit the Security Forces and to win the sympathy of the International Community. The Air Force categorically denies bombing a civilian settlement north of Mannar. Meanwhile, the Air Force successfully neutralized a LTTE mortar position west of Panichchankerni, in Vakarai this morning today (02) Tiger Attack Army Camp - Batticaloa, at 5:45 Hours on 2 Jan 2007 Batticaloa: tiger terrorists made sporadic attacks at Vavunativu Army camp with 81 mm mortars from 5:45 a.m. today (02). The troops retaliated. No casualties have been reported. Yet Another Cadre Surrenders - Batticaloa, at 6:45 Hours on 2 Jan 2007 A 16-year-old youth who has escaped a Tiger training camp has surrendered to Kiran Army camp today (02) around 6:45 a.m. The surrendee is a resident of Karthivu, Ampara and had studied at Kotahena Hindu Central College. According to his statement he had been kidnapped while on his way to the G.C.E. examination centre on November 08. He had received weapon training at a camp in Karadiyanaru. Situation Report on 03 January 2007 Tigers shoot a civilian for disobedience - Jaffna, at 5:40 p.m. on 03 Jan 2007 Tiger terrorists shot and injured a civilian aged 48 for not carrying out their instructions in Kudaththanai, Point Pedro around 5.40 p.m. today (03). The victim is currently receiving treatment for his injuries. Woman shot dead by unidentified gunman - Jaffna, at 6:30 a.m. on 03 Jan 2007 An unidentified gunman shot dead an unmarried Tamil woman, Kanapathipillai Kamalini (40) in the Pulloly area in Point Pedro around 6.30 a.m. today (03). The dead body of the victim is at the Manthikai hospital Air strikes attack tiger heavy weapons position - Batticaloa, at 10:00 a.m. on 03 Jan 2007 On Wednesday (03) around 10.00 a.m. Kfir attack aircraft bombed a Tiger heavy weapons site in the North of Verugal. Three tigers surrender to Army - Batticaloa, at 1:30 p.m. on 03 Jan 2007 Three tigers who had escaped from Tiger custody reported to the Trikonamadu Army camp on Tuesday (02) at 1.30 p.m. All had been forcibly conscripted by the Tigers. Two are less than 17 years old. They complain that they have been used for hard labour in these Tiger camps. They state that they never volunteered to join the Tigers but wish to live with their parents and attend school. Unable to bear the harassment any longer they have risked their lives to escape knowing that if caught they will face certain death. On Civilian information troops recover weapons and ammunitions - Batticaloa, at 3:30 p.m. on 03 Jan 2007 On information received from a civilian, the Security Forces found a G 87 hand grenade near Unachchimadam Bridge on Tuesday (02) at 3.30 p.m. The grenade was defused. Once again on information received from a civilian on Monday (01) 2007, Troops found a T 56 assault rifle, one bayonet, 05 magazines , 146 live rounds of 7.62 ammunition, 04 hand grenades and one set of accessories to detonate a Claymore mine buried by the Tiger terrorists near the Vavuniya - Kalikulam area. Tigers fire artillery and mortars at Army camps - Batticaloa, at 5:25 p.m. on 03 Jan 2007 Tiger terrorists targeted Army camps in WEST Vakarai with Mortars and Artillery on Tuesday (02) at 5.25 p.m. Four soldiers were injured and admitted to the Polonnaruwa hospital. Civilians continues to arrive in controlled areas - Batticaloa, on 03 Jan 2007 On Tuesday (02), 31 persons consisting of 12 males, 10 females, 05 boys and 4 girls arrived in the centers for IDP's in Kadjuwatte And Vakarai. They complain that they had left their homes due to the continuous harassment by the Tigers in the Un cleared areas. Situation Report on 04 January 2007 Traitors Arrested - Polonnaruwa, at 4 Jan Two home guards Buhari Nasir and Sulaiman Lebbe were arrested by Welikanda police being in possession of two claymore bombs given by the LTTE to be targeted at the security forces. On investigation five detonators, an AK47 weapon and 20 rounds of ammunitions were recovered. They have confessed that they were given Rs.3000 each by the LTTE. The two suspects were attached to Katuwanwila police post at Welikanda. Welikanda police are making investigations. Air Strike By Kfir Jets Destroy Sea Tiger Base - Mullaitivu, at 7:15 hours on 4 Jan An air strike by air force 'Kfir' Jets targeted a LTTE Sea Tiger base in Alampil on Thursday (04) at 7:15 a.m. The Air Force reports the Sea Tiger base was completely destroyed. Tigers Fire Small Arms at Army Guard Point - Polonnaruwa, at 8:45 Hours on 4 Jan LTTE terrorists fired Small Arms at the Army guard point in Kalyanapuara, in Welioya on Thursday (04) at 8:45 a.m. Troops retaliated. One soldier was reported killed. In a search operation, a body of a terrorist and a T-56 assault rifle was recovered by Troops. LTTE Target Troops Detonating a Claymore Mine - Vavuniya, at 9:45 Hours on 4 Jan Troops on foot patrol on Thursday (04) around 9:45 a.m. were targeted by LTTE terrorists at Pirappanmaduwa by detonating a Claymore mine. One soldier was reported killed. Two injured soldiers were admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. A search operations is in progress. Situation Report on 05 January 2007 A bus bomb kills 05 civilians , injures over 50 - Nittambuwa - at 19:11 p.m hours on 05th January Suspected LTTE terrorists exploded a powerful bomb inside a civilian bus in the Nittambuwa town this evening (Friday the 5th of January). According to the available information, five civilians were killed and over 50 others were injured in the explosion. Troops recover t-56 assault rifle and ammunition from Kovil in Jaffna - at 18:36 p.m hours on 05th January Troops on a search operation following a tip off from a civilian recovered a T - 56 weapon, 2 magazines and 60 7.62 mm ammunition from a KOVIL in Kokuvil around 2.15 p.m. today (05). The Army believes that these would have been brought to launch a small arms attack on troops. LTTE launched small arms attack in Vavuniya - at 13:05 p.m hours on 05th January Tiger terrorists have attacked with Small arms to the seven sub Sector of the Sector three of VAVUNIYA today (05) around 10.45 a.m. One Policeman died and another was seriously injured. The injured Policeman was admitted to the Anuradapura hospital. Tigers detonate claymore mine targeting navy vehicle in Trincomalee - at 12:25 p.m hours on 05th January Tiger terrorists on Friday (05) at 11.15 a.m. detonated a claymore mine targeting a Navy truck on the Trincomallee - Uppuveil road, in Alles GARDENS area. Two sailors who sustained minor injuries were admitted to the Trincomalee Navy hospital. A search operation is in progress. Air strikes destroy sea tiger base in Mullaitivu - at 09:28 a.m hours on 05th January Today (05), Air strikes by Air Force 'Kfir' jets attacked the Sea Tiger base at Chilawatte at 7.00 a.m. The Air Force reports state that the Sea Tiger base was completely destroyed. Tigers fire at police post in Vavuniya - at 07:36 a.m hours on 05th January Tiger terrorists fired small arms at the Police Sector III, No 31 Police post on Thursday (04) at 9.15 p.m. Two police constables were seriously injured in the incident and admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. The Army and the Police conducted a search operation. Situation Report on 06th January 2007 Two LTTE child cadres surrender at Polwatta in Valachchenai - on 06th Jan 2007 at 4.00 p.m Two 16 year old LTTE child cadres (names withheld fearing LTTE reprisals) surrendered to the Security Forces at Polwatta in Valachchenai around 4.00 p.m. today (06). The two LTTE child cadres are residence of Siththandi. They had been abducted by the LTTE from the same area. The surrendered cadres had told the Security Forces that they had undergone combat training for 3 months in the Thoppigala Illuppadichena LTTE camp. They had decided to run away as they couldn't bear the brutal training and harassment meted out to them by the LTTE. LTTE intensifies hand grenade attacks at Karumankadu in Vavuniya - on 06th Jan 2006 at 6.55 p.m LTTE terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at the Kurumankadu Police roadblock around 6.55 p.m. today (06). One Police constable sustained injuries in the attack. The Police are conducting further investigations. Meanwhile the Bandarikulam Police road block also came under a LTTE hand grenade attack around 7.00 p.m. today (06). Four Police personnel who sustained injuries in the attack were admitted to the Vavuniya hospital. Meetiyagoda bus blast, Death toll increases at Ambalangoda - on 06th Jan 2007 at 2.35 p.m The death toll of the Meetiyagoda bus blast has risen to 11, a Police investigator of the Ambalangoda Police said. A powerful bomb ripped through a Colombo-Matara passenger bus around 2.35 p.m. in the Meetiyagoda area today (06). 22 injured people are receiving treatment in the Karapitiya and Balapitiya hospitals while another 20 had been discharged after treatment for minor injuries. It is also reported that over 40 people had been injured in the attack. Tigers fire small arms at Police vehicle in Eravur - on 06th Jan 2007 at 10.30 a.m Today (06) at 10.30 a.m., Tiger terrorists fired Small Arms at the vehicle in which a Police party including the Chief Inspector of Eravur, Savukade area was travelling. Police retaliated. Three Policemen who were injured were admitted to hospital. The Security Forces and Police are conducting a search operation Tiger artillery continue to target civilians at Kallar in Trincomalee - on 06th Jan 2007 at 8.00 a.m Today (06) at 8.00 a.m. tigers targeted civilians in Kallar area with artillery fire. Authoritative sources indicate that if the Tigers continue to fire artillery at civilians it will result in creating increasing numbers of Internally Displaced Persons. This is a replay of the incident when on 07.12.06 a teacher, a student, his father, a soldier on leave were killed and 10 civilians were injured when the Tiger artillery targeted the Somadevi school when sessions were in progress. Soldier killed in blast at Uduvil in Jaffna - on 06th Jan 2007 at 9.45 a.m Today (06), at 9.45 a.m. tigers detonated a claymore mine targeting troops on a route clearing patrol in Uduvil. One soldier was killed. Tiger claymore mine kills three soldiers and a civilian at Pattamkulam in Vavuniya - on 06th Jan 2007 at 8.05 a.m Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting a lorry at Pattamkulam carrying servicemen on leave and civilians on the Medawachchiya - Mannar road today (06) at 8.05 a.m. Three soldiers and a civilian were killed. One civilian was injured. Tigers target troops but civilians injured in Jaffna - on 06th Jan 2007 at 8.55 a.m Tiger terrorists targeted an Army route clearing patrol on Saturday (06) at 8.55 a.m. detonating a claymore mine. No injuries to troops. Two civilians, a male and a female sustained injuries and admitted to the Jaffna hospital. Troops are conducting a search operation Security forces repulse tiger artillery fire at Trincomalee and Batticaloa - on 06th Jan 2007 at 8.00 a.m Tiger terrorists fired artillery on Friday (05) at 11.30 p.m. and on Saturday (06) at 8.00 a.m. at Mavil Aru, Kallar, Mahindapura and Kadjuwatte Army camps from the un-cleared areas of Vakarai. A soldier was killed and four were injured. Troops retaliated. Meanwhile, early morning today (06), the Security Forces fired artillery on information that a group of Tiger terrorists had arrived from Thoppigala to VAKARAI to launch an attack on the Security Forces. According to information from communication intercepts and intelligence reports the tigers had sustained heavy casualties. Situation Report on 07th January 2007 Arms recovered - Jaffna , at 4:30 p.m. on 7th Jan 2006 Troops recovered today (07) around 4.30 p.m. a claymore mine weighing 5 kg, a remote controller and a mobile phone on a search operation made by the troops after they received information from a civilian that Tiger terrorists were hiding at Kodikamam, Jaffna. The troops are continuing the search operation. A terrorist killed - Vavvuniya, at 7:30 a.m. on 7th Jan 2006 Three soldiers were injured when Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting a foot patrol today (07) at Mamaduwa, Maharamaikulam around 7.30 a.m. The troops retaliated. In a subsequent search operation, the dead body of a terrorist and another injured terrorist were found. The injured terrorist is hospitalized. The cordon and search operation is continuing. Five civilians injured by tiger claymore mine explosion - Ampara, at 10:30 a.m. on 7th Jan 2006 A claymore mine set up near the central camp Town area on Sunday (07) at 10.30 a.m. exploded injuring five civilians including Two Sinhalese, Two Muslims and One Tamil. Central Camp Police is conducting inquiries. A search operation is also underway. Tigers target Army foot patrol with claymore mine -Vavuniya, at 7:30 a.m. On 7th Jan 2006 Troops on foot patrol today (07) at 7.30 a.m. were attacked by the Tigers detonating a Claymore mine at Mamaduwa, Maharambhakulam area. Three soldiers are reported injured. Situation Report on 08 January 2007 Army denies false tiger propaganda - at 19:19 hours on 08th January Sri Lanka Army totally denies the false propaganda carried out by the pro-LTTE media that an artillery attack was made at a hospital in VAKARAI area today (08). Today the Tigers fired artillery at the Security Forces in Panichchankerni and Kadjuwatta area around 2.00 p.m. causing critical injuries to two soldiers. The Army retaliated with artillery at identified LTTE gun positions and reiterates that the SLA never attack civilian targets like the tiger terrorists. Municipal council officer's son injured in LTTE hand grenade attack in Trincomalee - at 17:17 p.m hours on 08th January Tiger terrorists lobbed a hand grenade inside a Trincomalee Municipal Council tax officer's house on CV road around 2.15 p.m. today (08). The officer's son, Navashodhirajah Madhanarajah (25) of the Eastern University sustained injuries in the attack. The victim was admitted to the Trincomalee hospital for treatment. It is believed that the LTTE had carried out this attack in retribution for not heeding to their demands. The officer had ignored LTTE warnings and carried on his duties as a government official. LTTE instigates Jaffna students to set fire to a bus in Jaffna - at 16:48 p.m hours on 08th January A group of hindu vidyalaya students had got off their school bus and set fire it to near the school premises around 8.20 a.m. today (08). Security Forces believe that the LTTE is behind this incident with the aim of instigating school children into disruptive acts. This act clearly indicates that the LTTE is using every opportunity to disrupt normalcy in the area. The LTTE's latest tactic is to use civilians, even school children to initiate chaos and disorder in the North and East. The Jaffna Police and the Army are conducting further investigations. Army successfully repulses LTTE small arms attack in Vavuniya - at 11:26 p.m hours on 08th January Troops successfully repulsed a LTTE small arms attack causing heavy damages on fleeing tiger cadres in Nochchimodai, VAVUNIYA around 10.20 a.m. today (08). During a subsequent search operation, troops recovered a dead body of a tiger cadre and a T-56 weapon. Suspected ltte attack on transformer in Wattala - at 10:53 a.m hours on 08th January A transformer of a substation was destroyed in an explosion suspected to have been carried out by the LTTE in the Elakanda area at the Wattala - Maradana junction at 1.58 a.m. this morning (08). The Wattala police are conducting further investigations. More details will follow. More civilians seek protection from the security forces in Batticaloa - at 08:50 a.m hours on 08th January 47 Families, numbering 164 people arrived in the Rideethenna and Kajuwatta areas from VAKARAI and Kadiraweli yesterday (07) where civilians are under threat from the LTTE. Among the displaced are 43 men, 53 women, 32 boys and 36 girls. On the directive of the Government, the Army has provided water, food, shelter and basic necessities to these displaced people. LTTE suffers heavy damages in confrontation in Batticaloa - at 08:48 a.m hours on 08th January A soldier was killed and another injured in a confrontation between the Army and the LTTE, west of VAKARAI around 5.45 p.m. yesterday (07). According to intelligence sources the LTTE has suffered heavy damages. Two soldiers injured in LTTE mortar attack in Batticaloa - at 08:47 a.m hours on 08th January Two soldiers were injured when the LTTE directed mortar fire on the Vavunathivu Army detachment around 6.30 p.m. yesterday (07). The Army retaliated. Situation Report on 10th January 2007 Two TMVP members Killed In Tiger Attack - Batticaloa, at 08:30 Hours on 9 Jan On Tuesday (09) around 8:30 P.M. Tigers destroyed the TMVP Office in Valaichchenai Town by attacking it with hand grenades and small arms. Two TMVP members were reported killed and two others were injured in the attack. Grenade attack repulsed at Polikandi in Jaffna - on 09th Jan 2007 at 1.00 p.m A tiger terrorist who attempted to hurl a hand grenade at the troops at Polikandi yesterday (08) around 1.00 p.m. was shot dead in retaliatory fire. A soldier was injured in the confrontation. In a subsequent search operation 01 claymore mine, 02 detonators and 04 pen torch batteries were recovered. Velvetiturai Police are conducting inquiries. Troops recover 25 Kg claymore mine at Nallur in Jaffna - on 09th Jan 2007 at 2.00 p.m On an information received from a civilian, troops recovered a 25 kg claymore mine hidden along temples road, Nallur around 2.00 p.m. today (09). The recovered claymore mine can be activated both remotely and manually LTTE pistol gang opens fire at Police constable in Vavuniya - on 09th Jan 2007 at 4.15 p.m The LTTE pistol gang opened fire at a Police constable on duty at Sector 1 on the Vavuniya-Mannar road around 4.15 p.m. today (09). The injured Police constable who was admitted to the Vavuniya hospital was later transferred to the Anuradhapura hospital for further treatment. Policemen Fired At By Tigers - Vavuniya, at 4:20 Hours on 9 Jan Tiger terrorist had fired a pistol at policemen traveling in a tractor on the Veppankulam road on Tuesday (09) around 4:20 p.m. A Policeman was injured in the incident and admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. Four Tigers Killed by Security Forces - Batticaloa at 11:00 p.m. hours on 9 Jan Tiger terrorists were preparing to attack Troops on duty at Vinayagapuram Tuesday (09) at 11.00 p.m. Four bodies of terrorists who had been killed when troops retaliated and Three T 56 assault rifles were found in a search operation which followed. The dead terrorists are believed to be those who had attacked and fleeing away from the TMVP office in Valaichennai on Tuesday (09) around 8.30 p.m. Soldier Injured In Claymore Mine Explosion - Jaffna at 14:00 Hours on 9 Jan A soldier was injured on Tuesday (09) around 14:00 p.m. and admitted to Pallaly hospital when Tiger terrorists exploded a claymore mine in Navanthurai. Tamil Youth Injured During Tiger Grenade Attack - Vavuniya, at 6:50 Hours on 9 Jan On Tuesday (09) around 6:50 a.m. LTTE terrorists attacked the Police guard post with a grenade at Virapuliyankulam. No casualties were reported to policemen, but a Tamil youth identified as Kumar DILIP was injured as he was walking on the road during the incident. He was admitted to Vavuniya hospital. This is not the first instance when Tigers injured innocent civilians while attempting to target the Security Forces. Situation Report on 10th January 2007 Tigers Continue Firing Artillery and Mortars at Villages - Trincomalee at on 10 Jan Yesterday night (09) and today morning (10) the LTTE fired artillery and mortars at Mahindapura and Thanganagar. As a result of the Tigers firing of Artillery, two houses of the Internal Displaced Persons (IDPs) were completely destroyed at Thanganagar. Troops Repulse Tiger Attack and Recover Weapons - Batticaloa at 2:00 Hours on 10 Jan In the wee hours of Wednesday (10) morning around 2.00 a.m., troops successfully repulsed a group of Tiger terrorists when preparing to attack them at Sandaveli. In a search operation which followed, three T 56 assault rifles and two Claymore mines, one hand grenade, 95 rounds of T 56 live ammunition, six pairs of slippers, electronic detonators and 100 meters of wire were recovered by troops. Meanwhile, Tigers continue to fire artillery and mortars at the Security Forces from across the lagoon. Troops have retaliated. Two terrorists killed at Mahakachchikudi in Vavuniya - on 10th Jan 2007 at 10.15 a.m. Vigilant home guards noted the movement of several terrorists at Mahakachchikudi, North of Vavuniya-Horowpothana road today (09) around 10.15 a.m. The Home guards along with the army attacked the terrorists forcing them to flee. On a subsequent search operation dead bodies of two terrorists and two weapons were recovered. No casualties have been reported among the soldiers and home guards. Army Recovers 5 kg Claymore Mine - Jaffna, at 16:00 Hours on 10 Jan On information received from a civilian, troops recovered a 5 kg claymore mine along the Kokuvil road between Jaffna and Kankasanthurai around 4. 00 p.m. today (10). The claymore mine was set up to be detonated by a remote control device. The claymore mine was subsequently defused by the Army bomb disposal team. Situation Report on 11th January 2007 Civilians assist in recovering a claymore mine - Jaffna at 6:30 p.m on 11th Jan 2007 On receipt of an information from civilians troops recovered a claymore mine weighing about 1.5kg placed facing the Jaffna - Point Pedro road in Karaweddi area around 6.30 pm today (11). The Army Bomb Disposal team later disposed it. Cop sacrifice life to safeguard civilians - Vavuniya at 6:30 p.m on 11th Jan 2007 Two police officers attached to the Vavuniya Police were shot at by two LTTE pistol group members taking cover from the civilians in the vicinity, killing one Police officer and injuring the other, around 6.30 pm today (11). The incident took place at Wairapuliyankulam, when the two Police officers were on their way to the point of duty. As the tiger terrorists were shooting using civilians as human shields, the police officers opted not to retaliate, thus one officer ended up sacrificing his life to protect civilians. The injured was rushed to Anuradhapura hospital. The Vavuniya Police are investigating into the incident. Elite cops capture LTTE's 'JANAK' Camp - Ampara on 11th Jan 2007 Special Task Force Commandos Of The Sri Lanka Police have gained control of seven (7) sub camps of the tiger terrorists in the vicinities of the newly overrun 'JANAK' base at Kanjikudichcharu, in the Ampara district, today (11). STF confirmed that one of the camps captured was meant for female cadres. The STF had also recovered a large amount arms, ammunition and other utilities from these camps. Three more tigers surrender to the Army - Batticaloa 8:00 a.m on 11th Jan 2007 Today (11) around 8.00 a.m. three tigers, Vijayakumar (23), K Sadeeshwaran (17) and Rojan (18) who were under military training at an LTTE Training camp surrendered to the Mavedivembu Army road block due to the unbearable cruelty they had undergone. They had been kidnapped by the LTTE and forcibly taken to a camp in Karadiyanaru area and given a military training. Since the signing of the Ceasefire Agreement (22.2.2002), 554 (officially reported to authorities) LTTE members have surrendered to the Security Forces and the Police. The surrender of these three LTTE members due to the cruel and inhuman treatment they had experienced may be a frequent occurrence. However, in the light of the LTTE boast to the International community that they do not conscript child soldiers rings hollow and is only confined to words. Tigers target troops detonating a Claymore Mine - Jaffna at 7:15 a.m on 11th Jan 2007 Troops on a route clearing patrol were targeted by Tiger terrorists today (11) around 7.15 a.m. at Old Park road, Jaffna. Two soldiers were injured and admitted to the Pallali hospital. Troops are conducting a search operation of the area. Two Tamil youth arrested with grenades - Batticaloa at 7:00 p.m on 11th Jan 2007 Troops on Wednesday (10) at 7.00 p.m. searched a room of a shop located in the rear of the Mavadivembu Post office in the Eravur police division and arrested Two Tamil youth in possession of two hand grenades, a cyanide capsule and two 'Lumala' cycles. Eravur police are conducting investigations. Tigers fire mortars at army camp - Batticaloa at 7:45 p.m on 11th Jan 2007 Tiger terrorists fired mortars at the Vavunativu Army camp on Wednesday (10) around 7.45 p.m. Troops retaliated. Three soldiers were injured and admitted to Polonnaruwa hospital. No report of LTTE casualties. Situation Report on 12 January 2007 Civilian Information Leads to Recovery of Explosives in Trincomalee - at 13:48 p.m hours on 12 January On information received from a civilian , Muttur Police recovered a seven and half kg pressure mine, a seven kg pressure mine, two anti- personnel mines and five hand grenades buried in a thicket near Neidalnagar Lagoon MUTTUR today (12) around 9.30 a.m. It is believed the explosives were buried in preparation for an attack on the Security Forces. Even the people in Wanni reject the LTTE in Mannar - at 09:48 a.m hours on 12th January 28 persons who have escaped from the un-cleared areas have arrived in the government controlled area of Kandampiddi on Wednesday (10) among whom are Seven (07) below the age of 18 years. Their parents reveal that they escaped with their children to the safety of the government controlled areas in fear as the LTTE had threatened to forcibly conscript them as 'fighters'. They are now accommodated in Pesalai. It has been revealed by these arrivals that not only the people of the North and East but also those in the Wanni have rejected the LTTE organization and leadership. Claymore Mine Blast Kills Two Policemen in Vavuniya - at 11:47 p.m hours on 12th January Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine fixed to a bicycle targeting a Bowser belonging to the Police opposite Technical College, at Nelumpura, VAVUNIYA today (12) around 10.30 a.m. The blast killed two policemen and injured another who were traveling in the Bowser to distribute water to the civilians and the Police. Tamils Reject LTTE Leadership in Batticaloa - at 08:22 a.m hours on 12th January 32 families consisting of 75 persons (21 males, 33 females, 11 boys, 10 girls) living in the Uncleared LTTE areas of VAKARAI were fleeing into the government controlled areas on Thursday (11). They are at present in Reedeethenna area but will be sent to Vinayagapuram area. The daily sight of Tamils living in the Uncleared LTTE areas moving into government controlled areas makes it abundantly clear that the Tamils have rejected the entire LTTE organization and leadership. Troops repulse tiger attack in Vavuniya - at 07: 37 a.m hours on 12th January Troops on foot patrol in Marawankulam area, Vavuniya were fired at by Tiger terrorists on Thursday (11) around 7.45 pm. The Tigers fled under heavy retaliation by Troops. An injured soldier was admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. Situation Report on 13 January 2007 Three more families escape from the LTTE - Batticaloa, at 7:00 hours on 13th Jan Tiger terrorists fired Artillery at troops on duty in the Mankerni area on Saturday (13) around 7:00 p.m. Four soldiers were reported killed and two injured soldiers were admitted to hospital. Meantime, one soldier was reported killed and another got injured in the morning on (13) when Tiger terrorists fired Artillery at troops on duty in the same area. Claymore mine recovered in Vavuniya - at 20:08 hours on 13th January Army troops recovered a claymore mine hidden near the Nelumkulam Junction today (13) around 2.00 p.m. apparently placed to be targeted at the road patrolling troops. The Army defused the bomb weighing 07 Kg. Army Search operations is continuing. Call to surrender to fleeing LTTE carders in Ampara The STF headquarters in a statement calls upon the LTTE carders who had fled the Defensive military operations in Kanchikudichchiaru and those who are forcibly detained by the LTTE, to surrender to the following STF camps, at Thirkkovil, Kanchanakuda, Sagama, Akkaraipatthu, Kannagipuram, Komari, Sangamankanda and Urani. The STF guarantees full security for the surrendees and pledges facilities to ensure their welfare. Further the government will ensure their economic stability through a rehabilitation programme which is already under way. LTTE carders who had surrendered earlier have been rehabilitated and some of them, were found local and overseas employment. Future surrendees too will receive these benefits. Three tiger camps captured in Ampara - at 20:23 hours on 13th January With the fall of three camps today (13) the tiger terrorists have suffered a severe setback in the East. The STF today (13) captured 03 tiger terrorist camps in Kanchikudichchiaru, Ampara. They are Bagayadi Base where local and foreign foodstuffs and sanitary material stored, Jeewan BASE where 02 x Nissan vans, 01 x Double cab, 02 x Mortor Cycles, 01 x Satellite phone were found and a rice store which exploded a few minutes after capturing apparently stored with explosives and Diana base where LTTE leaders meet The place is furnished with luxury items, denied to the ordinary cadre. Damages To LTTE Gun Position in Batticaloa - at 11:10 hours on 13th January The Sri Lanka air force made air strikes at LTTE heavy gun position at Verugal today (13) at 11.10 a.m. causing damages. Soldier Killed in Batticaloa - at 15:30 hours on 13th January LTTE terrorists made an artillery attack at troops on duty at MANKERNI BATTICALOA today (13) around 11.00 a.m. One soldier was killed and another was injured. The army retaliated. Hand grenade attack foiled in Jaffna - at 13:04 hours on 13th January When a person who was to be searched at the road block at Library junction, Wembedy School road , Jaffna, attempted to hurl a hand grenade, the troops fired at him. The attacker died instantly. The troops recovered the hand grenade. Arms recovered in Jaffna - at 10:17 hours on 13th January Acting on information received from civilians the army has recovered a haul of arms and ammunition from Navankuli,MANEKAI and Muhamale in the JAFFNA district on January 12. RPG bomb - 01 60 mm bomb - 02 Hand Grenades - 01 Trap gun - 01 9 mm pistol - 01 9 mm magazine - 01 Cyanide capsule - 01 Mobile Phones - 01 Sim - 01 T - 81 Weapon - 01 Meanwhile, 12 bombs (81 mm mortar) have been recovered in Thopur in Trincomalee. 14 - Year - old boy abducted in Batticaloa - at 22:14 hours on 13th January A Tamil civilian has complained to the army that his 14-year-old son has been abducted by the LTTE. The army has referred the complaint to the Valachciani police for investigation. 97 more escape the tiger grip in Batticaloa - at 10:10 hours on 13th January 97 displaced persons from Vaharai have escaped to the cleared area on January 12. They belong to 41 families, comprising 32 males, 37 females, 16 boys and 12 girls. The trend of the exodus of Tamil civilians from the uncleared areas is continuing. Death Toll Increases in Nuwara Eliya - at 10:06 hours on 13th January Floods and landslides in Muturata, Walapane, Ragala and Udupussellawa areas have claimed 15 lives. Two persons are injured. The number of houses damaged is 1633, 9379 persons are displaced. The Security Forces and the police are conducting an operation to evacuate the persons marooned. The army has opened an Operation Center in Hanguranketha to coordinate the relief work. Situation Report on 14 January 2007 53 More civilians arrive from un-cleared areas into Reedeethenna - Batticaloa, at 08:52 a.m. on 14th Jan 28 families consisting of 20 males, 20 females, 10 boys, and 03 girls totaling 53 persons arrived from the Un cleared areas of Vakarai to the areas under the control of the Security Forces in Reedeethenna area. Three more families escape from the LTTE - Batticaloa, at 10:30 a.m. on 14th Jan Three more Tamil families who managed to escape from the LTTE in Vakarai entered government controlled Pethalai area in Valachchenai by sea around 10:30 a.m. today (14). The three families consisted of 9 individuals. Among them were 4 men, 3 women and 2 girls. With the latest arrivals the total number of displaced people who entered cleared areas from un-cleared areas stands at 31716. They belong to 8537 families. Troops recover arms on information from the public - Jaffna, at 06:00 p.m. on 14th Jan Troops conducting a search operation on information received from a civilian on Saturday (13) around 6.00 p.m. in the Uduppiddi area recovered in the ceiling of a house, 02 x T56 assault rifles, 04 x T56 magazines, 120 live rounds of T56 ammunition, 01 x 5.85 mm rifle with silencer, 01 x Magazine and 24 live rounds, 01 x Mobile telephone and a 'cim' card. Point Pedro Police are conducting inquires. On Friday (12), again on information received from a civilian, the Security Forces recovered from Manekkai in Navathkuli area and Muhamalai a cache of arms. Due to the increasing flow of information from the public, the army has recently been able to recover more and more weapons, explosives, claymore mines and military hardware which has helped to prevent many a disaster and loss of lives. It is an indication that the Tamil community has demonstrated their confidence in the Security Forces whilst at the same time rejecting the LTTE organization and leadership so that they can live in peace once again. Situation Report on 15January 2007 Arms and ammunition recovered - Jaffna at 11:30 a.m on 15th January 2007 Acting on information received from civilians, troops recovered at Kallakani, Jaffna around 11.30 a.m. one hand grenade, 350 grams of C4 explosives today (15). Around 4.45 p.m. troops recovered 03 x T56 magazines and 55 x ammunitions behind a shop at Thambasiddi. Five LTTE cadres surrender to STF - Ampara on 15th January 2007 Responding to the call from the STF, five fleeing LTTE cadres from the Kanchikudichchiaru area surrendered to the STF today (15). Steps have been taken to hand over them to the Terrorist Investigation Department (TID) for further investigation. Yesterday (14), one LTTE cadre surrendered to the STF KIRAN camp. The surrendees are given security and be provided with facilities for their welfare. Further; they will be rehabilitated and be provided with local or overseas employment. LTTE cadres who surrendered previously were given employment overseas. Tiger Attack Repulsed - Vavuniya at 5:00 a.m on 15th January 2007 Tiger terrorists had fired at the Army troops (from a thicket) who were returning from night foot patrol in Arsadikulam - Ulukkulam road area on January 15 around 5.00 a.m. The troops belong to the Sumathipura camp in Settikulam Police division. Terrorists had fled in the face of retaliation by the troops. M. Muthukumar, a resident of 134 Arsadikulam and A. Rapuram of Neriyakulam were injured in the confrontation. In a subsequent search operation troops recovered a T81 weapon, a magazine with 12 ammunition and 02 Hand Grenades. Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations. Troops recover claymore set to target Police and SF - Vavuniya at 12:40 p.m on 14th January 2007 A claymore mine set up to target Police and Security Forces personnel was detected by troops on a route clearing patrol in the Thandikulam area around 12.40 pm yesterday (14). The claymore mine was later defused by the Army bomb disposal team. LTTE child cadre surrenders to the Army - Batticaloa at 3:00 p.m on 14th January 2007 A 16 year old LTTE child cadre (name withheld fearing reprisals) surrendered to the Kiran Army camp around 3 p.m. yesterday (14) The LTTE had abducted the child last year. Troops recover remains of a civilian killed by the LTTE - Jaffna on 14th January 2007 Troops recovered a dead body of a civilian shot dead by the LTTE in the Inuvil area yesterday (14). The Chunnakkam Police are conducting further investigations. Army defuses 5.5 kg claymore mine - Jaffna on 15th January 2007 The Army bomb disposal team defused a claymore mine weighing around 5.5 kg in Meesalai yesterday (14). The claymore mine which was placed adjacent to a Palmyra tree was first detected by troops on a route clearing patrol. Navy Arrests Dingy Boat off Thalaimannar on Suspicion - Mannar at 6:00 p.m on 14th January 2007 The Navy on suspicion arrested a fiber glass dingy boat with ten on board off the seas of Thalaimannar around 6.00 pm yesterday (14). The crew on board had stated that they were from South India. The boat which had two out board motors was also detained by the Navy. Troops recover LTTE items from Somapura - Trincomalee at 6:30 p.m on 14th January 2007 In a search operation carried out in Somapura south of Trincomalee, troops recovered the following around 6.30 pm yesterday (14). 01 x Dingy boat 01 x Stethoscope 01 x LTTE communication set Food items The search operation was launched following reports that the area was being used by the LTTE for their movements. Explosive devices recovered from LTTE leader's brother's House - Vavuniya on 14th January 2007 On an information received from a civilian, troops recovered 2 hand grenades and 3 anti personnel mines from an abandoned house in Nexi Mawatha yesterday (14). The house had been initially owned by the LTTE military leader, swarnam's brother. The Trincomalee harbour police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 17th January 2007 LTTE seizes Vakarai hospital as troops inflict heavy losses - Batticaloa on 17th January 2007 The LTTE has forcibly taken control of the VAKARAI hospital amidst heavy casualties following the confrontations with the Security Forces in Panichchankerni and Kadjuwatta north of Batticaloa. According to civilians who crossed over to government controlled areas in Uppural from Vakarai and Kadraweli revealed that the LTTE has transported around 20 dead bodies of cadres to the Vakarai hospital. According to civilians the LTTE has also admitted a large number of wounded cadres for treatment to the Vakarai hospital. Meanwhile the ICRC accepted 7 dead bodies of LTTE cadres from the Valachchenai hospital around 2.30 p.m. today (17) The ICRC crossed the BLACK BRIDGE area in Batticaloa into uncleared areas around 3.30 p.m. today (17). Around 99 civilians arrived in Uppural from Vakarai today (17). Yesterday, around 31 civilians escaped the LTTE and arrived in Vinayagapuram from Vakarai. Defensive operations will continue to liberate innocent Tamil civilians from the grip of LTTE terrorists. Air Force bombs LTTE gathering in East - Batticaloa at 9:45 a.m. on 17th January 2007 Air Force Kfir Jets bombed a group of LTTE terrorists west of Verugal around 9.45 a.m. today (17). The Tigers have regrouped and attacked the forward defence lines of the Security Forces on previous accounts. Air Force intelligence confirmed that the LTTE has suffered heavy losses in the attack. ICRC to hand over bodies to LTTE - Batticaloa at 2:00 p.m. on 17th January 2007 Seven bodies of LTTE cadres died during the encounter with the security in Panichchankerni and Kajuwatte areas lying at the Valachchenai hospital mortuary will be handed over to the LTTE through the ICRC at Valachchenai, at 2.00 p.m. today (17). STF captures another tiger base - Ampara on 17th January 2007 Another LTTE tiger satellite base in Kancjikudichchiaru was captured on Tuesday (16) by the STF. A food store was recovered with 22 bags of rice, 780 packets instant coconut milk, 22 packets flour, and 175 Anchor milk powder with other essential items of food. Operation "NIYATHAI JAYA " conducted by the STF is still in progress. An STF officer was injured and admitted to AMPARA hospital. 31 more escape from the tigers - Batticaloa on 17th January 2007 31 civilians consisting of 14 families including 15 males, 11 females , three boys and two girls escaped from the Un cleared areas of Vakarai on Tuesday (16) and arrived at the Vinayagapuram IDP centre in the cleared area. Situation Report on 18th January 2007 Troops successful in their operation to liberate civilians at Batticaloa - on 18th Jan 2007 Security Forces engaged in a mission to liberate Tamil civilians from the LTTE, have advanced capturing areas between Kajuwatte and Panichchankerni. Troops have fully consolidated their positions in these areas. The advancing troops have also gained control of Eechchalampattu and Uppural areas. Troops are now consolidating their positions in the area. In a subsequent search operation, troops recovered four dead bodies of LTTE cadres, three T-56 assault rifles, one LTTE communication set and one machine gun. In the wake of the humiliation suffered at the hands of the security forces the fleeing tigers had caused damage to the Panchchankerni bridge thus preventing a scheduled supply of food items for the civilians in the Vakarai by the Divisional Secretariat with the help of the ICRC today (18). LTTE tortured us in cells for three months - surrendered cadres in Ampara - on 18th Jan 2007 at 12.30 p.m Two former LTTE cadres, Arinayagam Jakarajah, and Kanapathipillai Arunanandan who surrendered to the STF Kanchanakuda camp in Ampara around 12.30 p.m. today (18) said that they were forcibly abducted and tortured in cells by the LTTE in the Elaivan camp deep in side the Kanchikudichchiaru forest reserve. The surrendered cadres said that they were inhumanly detained in small cells and tortured over a period of 3 months. The ELAIVAN camp, one of the 17 LTTE detachments overrun by the STF in Kanchikudichchiaru forest reserve had 4 small torture cells used by the LTTE hierarchy to torture former LTTE cadres, informants and forced recruits who attempted to escape. According to latest information, up to 7 LTTE cadres have surrendered to the STF since the 'Niyathai Jaya' operation was launched. Currently, Temples, Churches and Mosques in the Tirukkovil, Sangamankanda and Komari areas are making public requests for LTTE cadres to surrender to the STF. Troops recover explosives in a search operation at Thavusikulam in Jaffna - on 18th Jan 2007 Troops recovered the following during a route clearing patrol in Thavusikulam, this morning (18). One 5 Kg Claymore mine 250g of C-4 explosives 03 Detonators 50 m of Flexible wire The explosives had been hidden in a shrub. Troops repulse LTTE attack, recover explosives at Sooriyakaddaikadu in Mannar - on 18th Jan 2007 around 3.00 a.m Troops successfully repulsed a LTTE small arms attack inflicting heavy damages to fleeing tiger terrorists in Sooriyakaddaikadu around 3.00 a.m. this morning (18). An Army night foot patrol came under an LTTE small arms attack at dawn. Tiger cadres had fled the area with casualties. During a subsequent search operation, troops recovered the following; 15 Kg Claymore mine 1 10 Kg Claymore mine 1 Electronic detonators 1 Battery 4 Condenser with antenna 1 12 m detonator wire Situation Report on 19th January 2007 47 Youth & Children abducted in Batticaloa and Ampara - on 19th Jan 2007 In view of the major military setback of the LTTE at Vakarai and the consequent sharp decrease in the number of combatants, the tiger terrorists have abducted 47 youth including children in Batticaloa and Ampara yesterday (19). Information has received that the abductees have been taken to Kokkadicholai. Unable to face retaliation by troops, the LTTE is depleting its Armed Forces. To replenish the depleting forces, the LTTE has started abducting children from the Batticaloa and Ampara areas. Parents of the abductees are threatened by the LTTE not to complain according to intelligence sources. Four soldiers killed by tiger mortar fire at Eechalanpattu in Trincomalee - on 19th Jan 2007 at 1.30 p.m On Friday (19) AT 1.30 PM, four soldiers were killed and three were injured at Eechalanpattu due to Tiger terrorist mortar fire. The injured were admitted to Kantale hospital. Claymore blast targets STF personnel - Ampara at 11.00 a.m. on 19th January 2007 Tiger terrorists blasted a claymore mine targeting STF jeep in the Kanchikudichchiaru forest reserve around 11.00 a.m. today (19). The jeep had been transporting meals for STF personnel consolidating their positions in the Kanchikudichchiaru forest reserve. One STF Inspector was killed while three others were injured. A home guard was also injured in the attack. The injured were air lifted to the Ampara hospital. Tiger terrorists have resorted to such cowardly attacks following the defeat they suffered at the hands of the STF in the Kanchikudichchiaru forest reserve. Exodus continues in Vakarai - Batticaloa on 19th January 2007 An exodus of civilians from the un-cleared areas of Vakarai have been moving to cleared area of Kadjuwatta and Rideetenna (South of Vakarai) and Ichchalanpaththu, North of Vakarai since morning today (19). Security Forces are providing facilities for the civilians who had escaped from the Tiger grip in collaboration with the Government Agent, Batticaloa. The escapees are being transported to welfare camps by bus. Terrorist attack repulsed - Batticaloa on 19th January 2007 Tiger terrorists fired with small arms at the Army checkpoint located near the fisheries boatyard at Sandiveli, Siththandi at dawn today (19). Troops retaliated with small arms. LTTE had counter attacked with artillery and mortar for about three hours, to which the troops retaliated with same weapons. Intercepted LTTE communication by intelligence sources have confirmed that 09 terrorists had been killed and 12 wounded whom tiger had carried by tractors to their Lakshman base hospital. Tiger terrorists had not considered that the location they targeted the boatyard is a place where fishermen gather. The jetty had been damaged and the personnel of the Army engineering corps are repairing it for the fishermen's use. Fleeing tigers killed and wounded - Trincomalee on 19th January 2007 Security Forces observed this morning (19) a group of terrorists moving from the south of Trincomalee towards the North. In the ensuing confrontation a large number of terrorists were killed and wounded and the surviving Tigers had carried the dead bodies of their colleagues. However, the dead body of one terrorist was found by the troops. Following items were recovered during a subsequent search by the troops. 02 T-56 weapons 01 RPG bomb 02 Tents and several Tiger uniforms It is believed the terrorists who were fleeing from VAKARAI were involved in the confrontation and their number could be 20. Troops recover T 56 rifle - Trincomalee on 19th January 2007 On Thursday (18), a T 56 assault rifle, a magazine and communication set was recovered hidden in the ceiling of the Grama Niladhari office at Ambuwelipuram area. Two youth kidnapped by LTTE - Jaffna on 19th January 2007 A complaint has been lodged in the Kopay Police by family members of two youth kidnapped by the LTTE in Kalviyankadu on Thursday (18). Kopay Police are conducting investigations. SLMM has been informed. Troops recover 70 anti -Personnel mines - Jaffna and Trincomalee on 19th January 2007 20 Anti - Personnel mines laid by the Tiger terrorists in Ponnar area (Jaffna) were recovered in a search operation conducted on Thursday (18). Tigers continue to fire artillery at troops - Trincomalee on 19th January 2007 Due to the continuous firing of artillery by the Tiger terrorists on Thursday (18) , 13 soldiers on duty in Mahindapura were reported injured. They were admitted to the Kantale hospital. The Tigers have resorted to this tactic by locating their artillery among civilians in Vakarai and Kadiraveli. More civilians continue to seek safety in Government controlled areas - Batticaloa & Trincomalee on 19th January 2007 25 Civilians escaped from the un cleared areas and arrived in the government controlled areas of Pethalai and Mankerni, Batticoloa Thursday (18). Meanwhile, 89 civilians have also arrived in Selvanagar, Trincomalee. Those arriving into the government controlled areas indicate that they have rejected the LTTE leadership and organization and seek the safety and security provided by the Security Forces. Troops target tigers with mortars - Jaffna at 08:00 p.m on 19th January 2007 Troops retaliated BY firing mortars when Tiger terrorists fired artillery at Muhamalai on Thursday (18) around 8:00 p.m. Technical sources reveal that two LTTE terrorists and 13 others were injured. No casualties reported to own troops. Situation Report on 20th January 2007 More tigers continue to surrender at Singhapura in Batticaloa - on 20th Jan 2007 at 08.00 a.m Three tigers surrendered to the Singhapura Army Camp on Saturday (20) at 8.00 a.m. The reveal that they escaped due to the unbearable continuous harassment of the LTTE. Many Tiger terrorists have now surrendered to the Security Forces including 11 last week. Two tiger strongholds fall at Kadiraveli in Batticaloa - on 20th Jan 2007 Having consolidated the positions after the victory at VAKARAI, the Security Forces have captured the Komathalamadu, Verugal and Kadiraveli and the vital Batticaloa, Trincomalee road today (20) in the afternoon. The retreating terrorists are fleeing towards west of Kadiraveli and South of Mavil Aru, setting fire to their vehicles. Situation Report on 21st January 2007 Policeman killed at Kulumadu in Vavuniya - on 21st Jan 2007 at 6.30 p.m Tiger pistol gang fired at Policemen who were going to assume duty at Kulumadu checkpoint in zone 01 on the Vavuniya-Mannar road today (21) around 6.30 p.m. One Policeman died and another, injured. The injured Policeman was admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. Ship attacked at Point Pedro in Jaffna - on 21st Jan 2007 at 3.45 p.m 02 Clusters of sea tiger boats toady (21) attacked the ship "City of Liverpool" around 3.45 p.m. which was sailing back after unloading foodstuffs at Point Pedro harbour. The Navy immediately came to the assistance of the besieged ship and in the ensuing confrontation in the South East of the Point Pedro Sea, two suicide LTTE boats have been completely destroyed. The Navy is assisted by the Army and the Air Force. Liberation mission continues in Batticaloa - on 21st Jan 2007 The security forces have captured today (21) the area from Verugal area to Mavil Aru and the region extending to Sinhapura towards the Vakarai west in its successful operation to liberate the eastern province from the Tiger domination. Many LTTE camps operated in the area have been captured by the Security Forces. The advancing troops have observed 22 dead bodies of terrorists killed in action scattered in the area. Also troops recovered One Light Machine Gun and Thirty (30) T-56 weapons from Kadiraveli area. One 120mm, one 81mm, a .50 Anti-Aircraft gun & 18 T-56 weapons recovered in Batticaloa - on 21st Jan 2007 around 4.00 p.m The security forces at Punani on Sunday (21) around 4.00 a.m. confronted a group of Tiger terrorists which according to technical and intelligence sources consisted of around 75 Tigers attempting to flee from Vakarai to Toppigala area. These sources confirm that eighteen (18) Tigers were killed in the confrontation and many were reported injured. In the search operation after the ensuing confrontation, troops recovered four bodies of LTTE cadres, an RPG, one 12.7 weapon and eighteen (18) T-56 assault rifles. The large number of Tigers who were wounded were carried away by them. Situation Report on 22nd January 2007 Army Recovers the Dead Body of a LTTE Leader - Batticaloa, 22 Jan Troops recovered a dead body of a LTTE leader along with a micro pistol, hand grenade and a detonator in Panichchankerni area yesterday (21). Security Forces believe that the LTTE leader would have been killed during a confrontation with the Security Forces in Panichchankerni last week. Meanwhile, the Army is making arrangements to hand over 4 dead bodes of LTTE cadres to the LTTE through the facilitation by ICRC today (22). These cadres were killed in the retaliatory fire by troops in the Punani area yesterday (21). Air Force Targets Tigers' Assembly Point - Trincomalee at 3:15 p.m. on 22 Jan The Sri Lanka Air Force Kfir fighter jets and MI-24 helicopters targeted an identified tiger terrorists' gathering point at Kumburupiddi in the Morawewa North area around 3:15 p.m. today (22). Air Force sources confirmed that a large number of tiger terrorists were killed and wounded due to the attack. Situation Report on 23 January 2007 Troops launch intensive patrolling to hunt down fleeing tiger cadres - at 20:40 p.m hours on 23rd January Troops launched intensive patrol and block operations in the Kadavana and Pankulam general areas to prevent fleeing tiger cadres from infiltrating villages in the Trincomalee district. The Army detected 3 temporary LTTE camps set up by escaping tiger cadres in the Kadavana and Pankulam NKULAM area. Two of the camps were abandoned while the third had housed around 50 cadres. Troops directed MBRL fire at the LTTE gathering. In a subsequent search operation soldiers recovered fifty 60 mm mortar bombs, 4 claymore mines and detonator cord. Flushing out small pockets of LTTE cadres from Kadavana and Pankulam areas have minimized the terrorist threat on the Naval Headwork and surrounding villages. Meanwhile troops in a search operation south of MAVIL ARU recovered a boat and an outboard motor. Another dead body of a LTTE cadre was recovered by troops in Meegasgodella, TRINCOMALEE today (23). Security Forces believe that the dead tiger cadre would have been among a group of fleeing LTTE cadres confronted by troops last Friday (19). On 19th January, several LTTE cadres were killed and wounded when troops confronted a group of around 20 tiger cadres between Sirimangalapura and Meegasgodella in the Trincomalee district. These cadres were fleeing VAKARAI to areas further north of Trincomalee. Troops found the dead body of one terrorist. Two T-56 assault rifles, one RPG bomb, two tents and several LTTE uniforms were recovered by troops in a subsequent search operation. Commandos kill tiger cadre in retaliation in Jaffna - at 19:39 p.m hours on 23rd January Commandos of the Sri Lanka army killed a LTTE terrorist who lobbed a hand grenade targeting a Commando foot patrol in Uduppili, Velllathurai around 8.30 a.m. today (23). A soldier sustained injuries in the attack. In a subsequent search operation, troops recovered the dead body of the LTTE cadre, another hand grenade, cyanide capsule and a pack. The Army is to hand over the remains of terrorist to the LTTE through the facilitation of the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission. Claymore mine found and defused in Batticaloa -at 13:20 a.m hours on 23rd January The STF troops who were on a route clearing operation, found a claymore mine, fixed to the basket of a bicycle today (23) near the THERESA Church at Ariyanpathi -Kaththankudi road, Batticaloa. The mine was fixed using a hinge so that it could be used from two sides, by a remote controller. The mine was eventually defused. School children injured in the attack in Jaffna - at 11:22 a.m hours on 23rd January Tiger terrorists detonated a claymore mine at a Army foot patrol today (23) around 7.45 a.m. in Sandilipai, Jaffna. Seven civilians including five school children were injured, and one killed and one soldier was injured. In Thanankilappu, Chavakachcheri, Jaffna, tiger terrorists attacked an Army heavy vehicle with a claymore mine at Chavakachcheri, Jaffna today (23) around 8.25 a.m. a soldier was killed and two injured. The injured soldier was admitted to PALALY hospital. RDA vehicle attacked in Vavuniya - at 11:18 a.m hours on 23rd January An armed terrorist gang had stopped a group of workers traveling in a lorry belonging to Road Development Authority at Kalaimagal, Settilulam in VAVUNIYA today (23) around 755 a.m. The workers had fled in fear while the terrorists had shot at them. One Sinhala worker was shot dead and four were seriously injured. The injured were admitted to Vavuniya hospital. The four Muslim workers who were able to escape unhurt had reported to the VAVUNIYA Police. Arms and ammunition found near the police station in Trincomalee - at 09:58 a.m hours on 23rd January Acting on information received from a civilian, Trincomalee Police recovered arms and ammunition hidden near a wall of a house being built at Rajavanedi Square, on Mattikale road, Trincomaleeon Monday (22) around 9.00 p.m. This place is about 400 metres away from the Trincomalee Police station. The recovered items are, 03 Claymore mines 04 Detonators 74 Wires (Feet) Situation Report on 24th January 2007 Weapons wrapped in cloth found at Sarasalai in Jaffna - on 24th Jan 2007 at 11.45 a.m On information received from a civilian troops recovered three T-56 weapons, six magazines and 160 ammunition from Sarasalai area in Jaffna Wednesday (24) at about 11.45 a.m. The item had been wrapped in a piece of cloth and hidden under a bush of an abandoned land. Claymore and wire recovered at Karaweddi in Jaffna - on 27th Jan 2007 at 8.50 a.m Troops on route clearing in the general area of Karaveddi in Jaffna found one claymore mine on Wednesday (24) around 8.50 a.m. The claymore mine of about 10 kg had been prepared to be laid on a by road leading to Jaffna - Point Pedro main road. In addition, 300 m of wire and a push bicycle were also recovered from the location Situation Report on 25th Jan Security Forces Recover Two Claymore Mines - Vavuniya on 25 Jan On Thursday (25) at 6.30 pm, an Army route clearing patrol recovered a Claymore mine set up on the Mannar - Vavuniya main supply route on the road to Kunjikulam village. Security Forces Arrest Two Tigers - Vavuniya, on 25 Jan The security forces conducting a search in the Kuwankulama and Ukthulamkulam area on Thursday (25) morning arrested two suspicious persons who attempted to escape. On interrogation it was revealed that the LTTE had sent them to attack the Security Forces and a T 56 assault rifle, 30 rounds of ammunition and a magazine which was buried in a nearby plot of land was recovered by the Security Forces. Security Forces Arrest Two Tigers - Jaffna, on 25 Jan Troops fired small arms at two Tiger terrorists at the Nagarkovil FDL's on Thursday (25) afternoon. One Tiger terrorist was killed and the other crawled away with suspected injuries. Civilian Provides Information To Recover Claymore Mine - Batticaloa, on 25 Jan On information from a civilian, the STF conducted a search operation in the Kaludaveli area and recovered 01 x Claymore mine (6 Kg), 01 x circuit, 01 x remote control device aand 15 x meters of detonator cord. Security sources believe the recovered items were to be used by the LTTE to target Troops Tiger Attempting to Infiltrate Shot Dead - Mannar, at 1:20 a.m. on 25 Jan Troops fired small arms at a Tiger terrorist attempting to infiltrate the FDL's in Srinathakulam. In a search operation conducted after the incident, he was found dead with a Claymore mine, one hand grenade and a roll of flexible wire. Mannar Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 26th January 2007 Security Forces Recover Two Claymore Mines - Vavuniya on 26 Jan A Claymore mine with 20 meters of flexible wire set up on the Madhu - Vavuniya road was recovered by the Security Forces today(26) at 5:15 a.m. The mine could be detonated either using wire or remote control. Passenger Bus Caught in LTTE Attack Targeting SF - Mannar, at 26 Jan An Army-Police combined route clearing patrol came under a Tiger terrorist small arms fire killing a Policeman, a soldier and a civilian in the Murunkan Police division along the Madawachchiya - Mannar road around 7:45 this morning (26). The attack also wounded three Policemen and two civilians. A bus carrying civilian passengers plying on the Madawachchiya - Mannar road at that time was also hit killing a civilian. Two other passengers who were injured have been admitted to the Murunkan hospital for treatment. Troops Kill Tiger Terrorist - Trincomalee at 7:50 a.m. on 26 Jan A group of LTTE terrorists fired at troops on foot patrol around 7:50 a.m. today (26), in the vicinity of the Sittharu Buddhist temple, Trincomalee. Security Forces successfully retaliated tigers fled the area. During a subsequent search operation the Police have recovered the dead body of a terrorist along with a pistol and communication equipment. It is believed that the victim is a senior leader of the East, escaping from Vakarai. Tamil Civilian Killed - Trincomalee, at 10:20 a.m. on 26 January 2007 Two unknown gunmen shot at two Tamil persons riding a bicycle on the Alankerni road in Kinniya, killing an Urban Council member of the Illangai Tamil Arusu Kachchi. One Muslim passer-by was injured in the attack. The wounded were admitted to Trincomalee hospital. Situation Report on 27th January 2007 Three LTTE suspects being interrogated at Colombo on 27th Jan 2007 A Search operation has been carried out by Security forces after three LTTE boats tried to enter the High Security Marine Zone in Colombo at dawn today (27). According to naval authorities the LTTE had attempted to attack large vessels at the Rangala Naval base in Colombo. The Navy successfully foiled the attempt. Three LTTE suspects who were founding the third boat are being interrogated, stated naval officers. Navy fires at three suspicious boats at Colombo on 27th Jan 2007 at 5:30 a.m. Today (27), around 5.30 a.m. the Navy fired at three suspicious boats attempting to enter the restricted zone. The Navy pursued and destroyed one boat around 6 nautical miles off the coast. The two other boats were pursued and destroyed, one at 11 nautical miles and the other 14 nautical miles in the deep sea. The Navy is conducting search operations. One tiger terrorist shot dead by STF at Pillayar Adi in Vavuniya - on 27th Jan 2007 at 1:15 a.m. Today (27) at 1.15 a.m. tiger terrorists fired at the STF guard point at Pillayar Adi, Vavuniya. The STF retaliated. In a search operation conducted later a body of a tiger terrorist, a T-56 assault rifle, a magazine and a hand grenade was recovered by the STF. A Civilian Killed - Vavuniya, on 27 Jan at 12:00 p.m. on 27 Jan In Kattarusinnakulam, Vavuniya a dead body of a Sinhalese was found around 12:00 p.m. (27). This is suspected to be a LTTE assassination. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. A face - saving tactic in Ampara - on 27th Jan 2007 STF IS consolidating its defenses in Kanchikudichchiaru area. Five anti-personnel mines buried near the Kanchikudichchiaru lake were recovered. Meanwhile, tiger terrorists have detonated a claymore mine at Kanchikudichchiaru and Thangawelapuram, but no damages caused were to troops. Tiger terrorists who suffered a major setback in Vakarai and Kanchikudichchiaru are spreading false information to the effect that STF troops had died in their attacks. There is no truth whatsoever in this propaganda which they spread as a face-saving tactic. Engineer Troops Recover AP Mines - Trincommalee, at 27 Jan Sri Lanka Army Engineer troops recovered 22 Anti personnel mines during a search operation on Saturday (27). Later they were defused by engineer troops. Situation Report on 28th January 2007 More Civilians Escape the Cleared Area - Batticaloa, at 28 Jan Ninety one civilians escaped to cleared areas in Ramepuram from Ittamalai, Iluppadichenai and Thoppigala from yesterday (27) to today (28). They included 23 families, consisting of 24 meals, 29 females, 17 boys and 21 girls. The breakdown of the number of civilians who have escaped so far is 542 men, 523 women, 519 boys and 502 girls totaling 2190. LTTE Youth surrenders - Batticaloa, at 6:00 a.m. on 28 Jan An underage LTTE cadre surrendered to Kiran army camp today (28) around 6.00 a.m. The 17 - year old youth said that he escaped because he was disgusted with the treatment by the LTTE. This is another proof of the recruitment of child combatants by the LTTE. Route Clearing Troops Found a Claymore Mine - Jaffna, at 8:00 a.m. on 28 Jan Troops on route clearing found an claymore mine (5 kg) around 8.00 a.m. today (28). This was found on Iruvalai Kopai in Point-Pedro - Jaffna road. Later it was defused by the Army. Situation Report on 29th January 2007 LTTE Medical Centre and a Food Store Found - Ampara, on 29 Jan On a search operation conducted today (29) the STF troops found LTTE medical centre called 'PUVI Master' and a store of foodstuffs. The troops recovered following goods and equipments at The Medical Centre; 02 x Double cabs loaded with medicines, 03 x Motor cycles, 01 x Dolphin van, 01 x Nissan Canter double cab, 01 x Tractor, 01 x 20 Kv Generator, 03 x 2.5Kv Generators, Surgical equipments, 10 x Beds, Large quantity of medicines, 01 x Oxygen cylinder, Office equipments, 01 x One 21" TV. And at the Storage; 52 x Rice packs, 12 x Tents, 25 x Plastic buckets, Several cooking utensils 81 Escape Tiger Clutches - Batticaloa, on 29 Jan 81 personnel escaped from the un-cleared areas of Pankunaweli, Karadiyanaru, Illuppadichenai, and Kopaweli to Sittandi, a cleared area due to the harassment by LTTE terrorists. This group belongs to 19 families and consists of 17 men, 26 women, 17 boys and 21 girls. Since 23-01-2007 a total of 2271 civilians from 514 families have escaped the tiger clutches to enter the government-controlled areas. Suspected LTTE Hand Grenade Attack Injures Two Cops and a Civilian - Vavuniya, at 9:45 a.m. on 29 Jan A police post in the Ammasi Garage area in Vavuniya came under a LTTE hand grenade attack around 9:45 a.m. today (29). An unidentified motorist suspected to be a LTTE cadre had lobbed a hand grenade at a police post injuring a civilian and two police constables. The Police retaliated.Two Female Suspects Arrested - Batticaloa, at 10:45 a.m. on 29 Jan Two female LTTE suspects who were in the possession of a hand grenade were arrested by troops, on duty at the Army check point at Kumburumulla, Valaichchenai. The suspects Nadaraja Surendrani, 27, residing at No 25, Thuraiadi Road, Kiliveddi and Somanadapillai Thiruve Lechchemi, 18, residing at No. 256, Meyale, Kudumbimale were handed over to Valaichchenai Police. They were also in possession of a sum of Rs. 54,040/-. Valaichchenai Police are conducting inquiries. Contraband Found by Naval Troops - Mannar, at 5:30 p.m. on 29 Jan Naval, Troops who were on route clearing duty observed two dinghies on Pesalai beach and on suspicion examined them and were able to recover a large number of batteries,. The contraband consisted of 13824 x 1.5 volts pen torch batteries, 7680 x 1.5 ordinary size torch batteries and 1600 x 1.5 energizer batteries, totaling 23104. According to Navy sources, these batteries are to be illegally transported from Pesalai to Vedithalathivu. Four suspects were taken into custody along with the two dinghies and the engines. It is apparent that the LTTE terrorists use this type of batteries in suicide kits and when detonating claymore mines, through remote controllers. Situation Report on 30th January 2007 Attack Repulsed by Airmen - Trincomalee at 9:15 a.m. on 30 Jan LTTE terrorists targeted a small arms attack on an Air Force route clearing group around 9:15 a.m. The incident took place in Morawewa, Trincomalee. The airmen retaliated and no casualties are reported to them. Situation Report on 31 January 2007 Tigers fire mortars towards Vavunathivu army camp in Batticaloa - at 17:36 p.m hours on 31st January Tiger terrorists fired 120 mm mortars towards the vicinity of the Vavunathivu Army camp killing a soldier on duty nearby. According to Security Forces these attacks have been launched from Thoppigala by LTTE cadres who fled to the area from Vakarai. Troops retaliated. The damage caused to the LTTE is not known. Troops recover 12 claymore mines as tigers plan for more attacks in Vavuniya - at 16:28 p.m hours on 31st January Soldiers and cops in a combined search operation recovered 12 claymore mines hidden inside a barrel and buried near a well in the Ganeshapuram area this morning (31). Defence analysts say that the recovery indicates that Tiger terrorists have planned to intensify terror attacks in VAVUNIYA to shift focus from the string of defeats they suffered at the hands of the Security Forces in the Eastern coastal belt and further south in Ampara . The VAVUNIYA Police are conducting further investigations. 170 escape LTTE Clutches in Batticaloa 170 persons belonging to 48 families have escaped from Toppigala area to cleared areas yesterday (30). The group consists of 39 males, 72 females, 29 boys and 30 girls. The escapees have fled the uncleared area to avoid the harassment of the LTTE cadres. Already a total of 2441 persons have escaped into the cleared area. Soldier killed during mine clearing duties in Batticaloa - at 08:33 a.m hours on 31st January On Tuesday (30) around 5.30 P.M. a soldier on mine clearing duties in Kadiraweli was killed and another soldier was injured due to the explosion on an anti personnel mine laid earlier by the LTTE. The injured soldier was admitted to Polonnaruwa hospital. Troops recover grenades on civilian information in Jaffna - at 08:30 a.m hours on 31st January A search operation conducted on information received from a civilian, recovered a K- 400 type hand grenade, two other hand grenades and two cyanide capsules in Chunnakam on Tuesday (30). JAFFNA Police are conducting investigations. Tigers Rob their Own People in Vavuniya - at 08:12 a.m hours on 31st January On Monday (29) three tiger terrorists frightened the people of Kurumankadu KOVIL Road, by displaying their weapons and grenades and forcibly took away the motor cycle of Nallathamby Maharasa worth rupees 90,000. The LTTE claim to be the 'sole representatives of the Tamil people' but continue to indulge in harassing and robbing them. Situation Report on 1st February 2007 148 persons have arrived from un cleared areas - on 1st Feb During the past 24 hours until 8.00 a.m. on Thursday (1), 37 families consisting of 148 persons (30 males, 31females, 31 boys an 36 girls arrived from the Un cleared areas of Kopaveli and Karadiyanaru to the government controlled areas.Arms Recovered - Batticaloa on 1 Feb Acting on information received from a civilian, Army troops recovered arms and ammunition hidden in a Home Guard's house in Jayanthiyaya, Valachchenai. 01 Claymore Mine, 81 mm mortar bomb, 02 Hand grenades, 01 Detonator, 01 m Detonator cord, 01 Electric circuit. Tigers Hijack Tractor & Truck - Trincomalee on 1 Feb A truck and a tractor belonging to a Tamil Rehabilitation organization, was hijacked by tiger terrorists at Kuchchaveli. Exodus of Tamil civilians continue in Batticaloa - on 1st Feb A total of 69 civilians belonging to 24 families reached cleared areas Chenkaladi, Eravur, Vinayagapuram Siththandi, seeking protection from the security forces, today (1). These escapees 13 boys, 8 girls, 27 females and 21 males had freed themselves from the LTTE's clutches, due continuous atrocities committed on them by the tiger terrorists. Tigers kill two civilians in Jaffna today at Kopai in Jaffna - at 7:45 a.m. on 1st Feb Tiger terrorists killed a civilian aged 60 years today (1) at 7:45 a.m., in Ariyalai, Jaffna. Another civilian aged 21 years was killed by the Tigers in Kopai today, at 9:45 a.m. Soldier killed in claymore mine explosion at Marambakulam - Punthottam road in Vavuniya - at 10:00 a.m. on 1 Feb Tiger terrorists targeted troops on a route clearing patrol by detonating a Claymore mine on the Marambakulam - Punthottam road , Vavuniya today (1) at 10:00 a.m. One soldier was killed in the incident. Civilians' assistance a key role in defeating terrorism in Trincomalee - at 11:45 a.m. on 1 Feb Signifying the increased the vigilance of the civilians, the Kantale Police, based on information provided by a civilian recovered a T-56 rifle, two magazines, three hand grenades and two anti personnel mines buried in the back yard of the Muthur hospital around 11:45 a.m. today, (1) Yet another Hand Grenade recovered on information from civilians - Jaffna at 11:45 a.m. on 1 Feb Based on information from a civilian SL Navy troops found a hand grenade in the possession of a civilian whilst checking at Navanthurai, Jaffna. A Hand Grenade recovered on information from civilians - Mannar at 1:30 p.m. on 1 Feb A hand grenade was recovered on information from a civilian from Pesalai, Mannar. Another 17 year old child soldier surrenders to Army - Trincomalee at 4:00 p.m. on 1 Feb A 17 year old child soldier youth surrendered to the Serunuwara Army camp in Dehiwatte. He was handed over for investigations to the Serunuwara Police. Situation Report on 2nd February 2007 Troops Recover Claymore Mines with the Help of Civilians - Vavuniya at 9:30 a.m. on 2 Feb On information received from a civilian, troops recovered two claymore mines hidden in the wilderness in the Punthottam area. Situation Report on 4th February 2007 Civilian attacked in Vavuniya - on 4th Feb 2007 Tiger terrorists targeted a hand grenade at a civilian who was riding a bicycle near the Police check point at Veppankulam, Vavuniya today (04) around 4.50 p.m. The injured person was admitted to Vavuniya hospital. Vavuniya Police are making inquiries. LTTE assassinates president of Jaffna multi-Purpose Cooperative Society in Jaffna -on 4th Feb 2007 Sangareepillai Thambipillai Was Shot dead by a group of unidentified armed men last Thursday (01) around 6.30 a.m. Mr Tambipillai (64) was the President of the Jaffna Multi- Purpose Cooperative Society and as a public spirited citizen and a retired Engineer , he was always ready to serve the people. There time when there was an artificial 'scarcity' of food created by the LTTE to discredit the government with the aim of bringing international pressure to reopen the A 9 road. However, the Government dispelled these allegations and the food needed was sent by sea to Point Pedro. It was Mr. Thambipillai who actively participated in distributing it to the people against the orders of the LTTE. It is a well known practice of the LTTE to eliminate anyone including Mr. THAMBIPILLAI who dared to oppose them by word or deed. On Friday (02), the LTTE abducted Sandipan Vijyakumar , a resident of Kokkuvil road, Aiyyankerni who was later found dead with bullet injuries. He was the manager of the Cooperative Society Shop and was ordered by the LTTE to transport goods to un-cleared areas but he had refused to do so. Combined search operation recovers tiger body with weapon/ammunition in Manner -on 4th Feb 2007 A Police and army search operation followed after an Army foot patrol was fired at by the Tiger terrorist around 8.40 a.m. today (04) in Pulliyadi - Irrakkam area on the Vavuniya- Mannar ( Madhu) Road. The body of a Tiger terrorist, a T 56 assault rifle with two magazines and 64 rounds of ammunition were recovered. Troops recover weapons and two claymore mines in Jaffna -on 4th Feb 2007 In a search operation conducted by the Army today (04) around 9.30 a.m. in Manduvil area, troops recovered two Claymore mines each weighing 5 kg , two T 56 assault rifles with two T 56 magazines , a GPS , a compass, and a weapon with a silencer. Two civilians injured by tiger artillery fire in Jaffna -on 4th Feb 2007 Tiger terrorists fired artillery at Koddikaman area today (04) around 9.00 a.m. injuring two civilians. The injured were admitted to the Jaffna Hospital. Troops have retaliated. Tigers fire at troops in Manner -on 4th Feb 2007 Tiger terrorists fired small arms at an Army foot patrol in Pulliyadi-Irrakkam on the Vavuniya- Madhu Road on Sunday (04) around 8.40 a.m. Troops successfully retaliated with small arms. No casualties reported to own troops. A search operation is underway. Four tiger cadres surrender to Army in Batticaloa -on 4th Feb 2007 Four LTTE cadres surrendered to the Polwatte Army camp on Saturday (03) at 5.10 p.m. The youngest among them is a "child" soldier less than 17 years old while two are 18 years and the other 19 years old. Investigations reveal that they had risked their lives to escape from the custody of the Tiger terrorists as they are aware that if caught they will be tortured and even put to death as is the practice of the Tigers. They all complained of severe harassment and beatings and the worst affected was the 17 year old "child" soldier who complained that he did not volunteer but was abducted and was forcibly recruited into the organization. Situation Report on 05th February 2007 Terrorist attack on troops at Vavuniya - on 05th Feb Tiger terrorists attacked a route clearing patrol, with small arms, killing one soldier and injuring another. Since the incident took place in a crowded area, troops did not retaliate. This is an indication of the LTTE practice of targeting attacks under the cover of civilians. The army is conducting a cordon and search operation in the area. The injured have been admitted to the Vavuniya hospital. Youth abducted at Maharembakulam - Vavuniya, on 05th Feb Tiger terrorists who came in a tipper abducted a 21 - year-old youth, Pakgernathan Mayuran today around noon at Maharembakulam Vavuniya Soldier killed in LTTE mortar and small arms attack at Uyilankulam in Vavuniya, at 1:50 a.m. on 05th Feb A soldier was killed and another three injured when the Army post near sector 11 in Uyilankulam came under a LTTE mortar and small arms attack around 1.50 am today (05). Troops retaliated and a search operation is on in the area. Soldiers who sustained injuries have been rushed to the Anuradhapura hospital. The Army post in Uyilankulam is located along the Vavuniya - Mannar road. The Mannar Police are conducting investigations. LTTE terrorists Slay Two People - Batticaloa, at 06:30 p.m. on 05 Feb LTTE terrorists shot dead two residents of Kalmunai while they were traveling on a bike from Batticaloa to Kalmunai around 06:30 p.m. yesterday (05). The two men had been shot dead in the Kalawanchikudi area. The kalawanchikudi Police are conducting further inquiries. Home Guards successfully repulse LTTE Attack at Jayapura in Trincomalee, at 3.00 a.m. on 05th Feb Home Guards on a night patrol successfully repulsed a LTTE small arms attack around 3.00 a.m. this morning (05) in the Jayapura area. The following items were recovered during a search operation: Five T-56 weapons One artificial limb One ambulance bed LTTE communication set Combined army and police search operations are on. LTTE Infiltration Attempt Thwarted - Jaffna, at 03:30 p.m. on 05 Feb Troops thwarted an attempt by the LTTE to infiltrate into the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil Forward Defence Line. Troops shot dead two LTTE cadres and wounded another two when they tried to penetrate the Muhamalai Forward Defence Line. Another LTTE cadre who attempted to infiltrate into the Nagarkovil Forward Defence Line was killed in the retaliatory fire of the Security Forces around 3: 30 p.m. Claymore attack on naval troops at Pesalai in Mannar, at 3:45 p.m. on 05th Feb Tiger terrorists targeted a claymore mine explosion at naval troops on a route clearing patrol near the Rail Road, Pesalai Mannar today around 3:45 p.m. One sailor was injured in the explosion. The naval troops are conducting a cordon and search operation in the area. Home Guard Killed in LTTE Attack - Vavuniya, at 10:30 p.m. on 05 Feb A combined Police and Army post came under a LTTE small arms attack around 10.30 p.m. in Kurumankadu yesterday (05). A Home guard, was killed in the attack. LTTE cadres fled amidst retaliation by the Security Forces. Situation Report on 06th February 2007 MI-24s Cause Heavy Damages to the LTTE - Trincomalee, on 06th Feb Intelligence sources confirmed that tiger terrorists have suffered heavy damages in the air attack carried out by the MI-24 helicopter gun ships south of Moraweva this morning (06). Security Forces Defuse Claymore Mine - Jaffna, at 7:10 a.m. on 06th Feb Troops on routine route checks recovered a claymore mine weighing 8 Kg at Warani, around 7:10 a.m. The Army bomb disposal unit subsequently defused the bomb. MI 24 Helicopter Gun Ships Strike LTTE Gathering - Trincomalee, at 8:00 a.m. on 06 Feb Air Force MI 24 helicopter gun ships successfully carried out an attack on a gathering of LTTE cadres south of Morawewa around 8.00 a.m. this morning (06). Exodus From Thoppigala Continues - Batticaloa, at 05 Feb Another 39 people, fearing being used as a human shield by the LTTE, entered cleared areas from LTTE dominated Thoppigala area yesterday (05). The Security Forces have provided them with food, water and shelter. Civilians who crossed over to cleared areas revealed that the LTTE is engaged in building bunkers in Thoppigala. Around 2682 people have arrived in cleared areas from Thoppigala. Situation Report on 07th February 2007 LTTE Terrorist attempting to hurl grenade shot dead by troops - Jaffna, at 5:45 a.m. on 07th Feb 2007. A LTTE terrorist was shot dead by Troops when attempting to hurl a grenade at them during a cordon and search operation between 5.45 a.m. to 6.00 a.m. today (07) in Kalaveddi. Situation Report on 08th February 2007 Navy transports civilians from Kankasanthurai to Trinomalee - on 08th Feb 2007 The Sri Lanka Navy passenger vessel 'Jet Liner" left KKS harbour with 1000 civilians to Trincomalee today (08). Another 350 civilians will be transported onboard the vessel "Green Ocean" today. The Navy commenced this humanitarian project by transporting 160 civilians from kankasanthurai to Trincomalee in the vessel ' seruvila" on 28.08.2006. Civilians injured in LTTE attack at Vavuniya - on 08th Feb 2007 around noon Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade at a beer shop in Commercial Complex, Vavuniya today (08) around noon. Terrorists fled after the attack. Two civilians, who sustained injuries in the attack, were admitted to hospital. The Police are conducting inquires. Haul of arms recovered at Verugal in Batticaloa - on 08th Feb 2007 around 8.30 a.m On search operation, army recovered a haul of arms and ammunition left behind by tiger terrorists in the west of Verugal today (08) around 8.30 a.m. Recovered items are as follows, 03 x 120 mm base plates 19 x RPG bombs 14 x HE AT bombs 04 x Arul Bombs 04 x 81 mm sights 03 x 81 mm brushes 33 x 81 mm rounds 34 x 81 mm fuses 01 x 120 mm dust cap 01 x Night illumination Sight 416 x 60 mm fuses 17 x 60 mm bombs 42 x 14 mm gas grenades 110 x antipersonnel mines 1500 MPMG rounds 15 x M - 16 Rounds 02 x Hand grenades 06 x 122 mm brushes Earlier, troops recovered a decomposed body of a terrorist and two hand grenades. Further, a suicide boat with 20 claymore mines fitted was recovered today Evening Police repulse terrorist attack at Pandarikulam in Vavuniya - on 08th Feb 2007 around 5.50 p.m. Police personnel attached to the Pandarikulam Police post successfully repulsed an attempted to attack by a group of tiger terrorists with small arms, around 5.50 p.m. today (8). Terrorists had fled due to retaliation by the cops. Police officers on duty at the post were un-hurt. A joint search operation by the Vavuniya Police and the Army is underway. Army recovers arms and ammunition on civilian information at Ealalai in Jaffna - on 08th Feb 2007 around 12.30 p.m. Acting on information provided by a vigilant civilian the Army recovered a micro pistol, one magazine, three pistol rounds and a hand grenade hidden in an abandoned house in Ealalai around 12.30 p.m. today (08). Two civilians seriously injured by LTTE anti-personnel mine at Alachchenai area in Trincomalee - on 08th Feb 2007 at 4.30 p.m The explosion of an anti - personnel mine left buried by the LTTE terrorists in the formerly Un cleared Kaddaiparichchan - Alachchenai area seriously injured two civilians on Thursday (08) at 4.30 p.m. This area was heavily mined by the LTTE terrorists earlier and the Security Forces are still in the risky and time consuming process of de-mining. The injured have been admitted to the MUTUR Hospital. Army recovers ammunition and 22 claymore mines at Motawaran area in Trincomalee - on 08th Feb 2007 at 11.30 a.m The Army in a search operation conducted in the Motawaran area on Thursday (08) at 11.30 a.m. recovered a detonator, seven (07) 12.7mm live rounds and six (06) MPMG live rounds. Meanwhile the Army conducting another search operation in Palhena in the Vakarai area, Batticaloa recovered 22 Claymore mines fixed by terrorists to an abandoned boat. Situation Report on 09th February 2007 Situation Report on 09th February 2007 Two soldiers fired at by tiger terrorists at Kumankulam in Vavuniya - on 09th Feb 2007 around 12:30 p.m. Two soldiers riding a push bicycle today, (09) were injured when tiger terrorists fired at them around 12.30 p.m. at Kumankulam in Vavuniya. The injured soldiers were admitted to the Army hospital in Vavuniya base Camp. LTTE Tigers Kidnap Two Tamil Youth - Batticaloa, at 2:30 p.m. on 09 Feb Two Advanced level students of Government School at Kaluwankerni in Valaichchenai had been abducted by the LTTE terrorists, defence sources said. The two students whose names are Thilovan and Devdason were reportedly kidnapped while returning to their homes after the school. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb A search operation was conducted by the Army in Panichchankerni. Troops recovered a MPMG Tripod and four drums, three 120 mm aiming pickets, a 12.7 machine gun barrel, and medical items. Situation Report on 10th February 2007 Situation Report on 10th February 2007 Vigilant civilians help troops to recover weapons and military gear - Trincomalee, on 10th Feb On information provided by a civilian, troops recovered the following items from the Thambalagamuwa evening hours today (10). T-56 assault rifles - 3, Claymore mines - 3(5 kg each), Tripods - 3, Hand Grenades - 1, LTTE camouflage, kit - 1, Traveling sack - 2, The items had been hidden behind a bush beside the Trincomalee road. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 11 February 2007 A civilian killed in Vavuniya - at 17:35 p.m hours on 11th February Tiger terrorists who came in a trishaw shot dead a civilian named Gunadasa near the gate of Vipulananda Vidyalaya in the Vavuiya Police division today (11) around 1.00 p.m. A search operation is being conducted, to arrest the terrorists. Vavuniya Police are conducting inquires. Navy arrests three suspects with foreign and local currency in Mannar - at 12:15 p.m hours on 11th February A Navy foot patrol on saturday (10) noticed two suspicious small "dinghies" beached in the PESALAI area. In the search operation, three suspects were arrested .One suspect had in his possession US $ 451,800 Pounds Sterling, $ 1050 (Canadian) and 24,320.00 Sri Lankan Rupees. On 29.1.2007 the Navy on route clearing duty observed two dinghies suspiciously beached in the PESALAI area. On inspection they recovered a total of 23104 batteries to be illegally transported to VIDITHALTHIVU area. Four suspects were also arrested in this incident. Troops recover claymore mine accessories in Jaffna - at 12:10 p.m hours on 11th February In a search operation conducted by the army at URALU today (11) around 8.30 a.m., four electrical detonators, two hand grenades, a stand to set up a Claymore mine and about 23 feet of detonator cord was recovered. Police recover weapons, a grenade, live rounds and electric detonators in Nuwaraeliya - at 09:40 a.m hours on 11th February On saturday(10) around 10.00 a.m., the Police recovered seven electric detonators, a hand grenade, two T 56 magazines with 30 rounds of live rounds, a torch , two pen torch batteries and a 12 bore shot gun when they searched a parcel near the Mahagastota police check point. Two LTTE terrorists killed by troops in Welioya - at 09:38 a.m hours on 11th February LTTE terrorists fired at troops when on a foot patrol in PERIYAKATUKULAM on Saturday (10) at 9.35 a.m. Troops retaliated. According to LTTE terrorist sources two LTTE terrorists were killed. Troops recover a claymore mine and five anti- personnel mines in Trincomalee - at 09:34 a.m hours on 11th February A claymore mine and a remote control device was recovered by the Army in Kokkutuduwai in a search operation conducted on Saturday (10) at 11.55 a.m. Meanwhile in the East on the same day at 9.00 am, five Anti -personnel mines were recovered in Verugal. They were defused later. Civilians help troops to recover ordnance and military gear in Trincomalee - at 06:54 a.m hours on 11th February On information provided by a civilian, troops recovered the following items from the Thambalagamuwa evening hours today (10). T-56 assault rifles - 3 Claymore mines - 3 (5 kg each) Tripods - 3 Hand Grenades - 1 LTTE camouflage kit - 1 Traveling sack - 2 The items had been hidden behind a bush beside the Trincomalee road. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 12th February 2007 Air strikes on identified LTTE targets - Mullaittivu, at 7:00 a.m. on 12 Feb Sri Lanka Air Force conducted a massive operation Mullaittivu west using Kfir jets on identified terrorist targets today (12.02.2007) around 7.00 a.m. The airmen and the electronic equipment indicated that the attack was highly successful. Terrorist attack - Jaffna, on 12 Feb LTTE terrorists attacked troops based in Kilaly, Jaffna with mortars today (12.02.2007) and the troops retaliated. Navy recovers another body of a slain LTTE cadre - Trincomalee, on 12 Feb The Navy recovered the following during a search operation launched following the sea tiger attack early this morning (12) in the seas off Poduwakattu. Dead body of a female sea tiger cadre Life Jackets 4 ICOM communication set 1 Map 1 Pouch 1 LTTE mortar attack critically injures an old man - Batticaloa 6:30 p.m on 11 Feb An Elderly Man (86) critically injured in a Tiger mortar attack was rushed to the Batticaloa hospital for emergency treatment. He was injured when the LTTE directed mortar bombs towards Eravur from un-cleared areas in Batticaloa around 6.30 p.m. yesterday (11). LTTE targets water bouser - Jaffna, at 4:30 p.m. on 12 Feb LTTE terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a Police water bouser in the Kyts area around 4.30 p.m. yesterday (11). No damage was reported. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 13 February 2007 Two terrorists killed in Mannar - at 10:36 a.m hours on 13th February Two LTTE terrorists were killed when the Army retaliated a terrorist attack in Parappakandal, Mannar yesterday (12.02.2007) around 1.30 p.m. Mortar attack by terrorists in Batticaloa - at 10:26 a.m hours on 13th February Four police officers were admitted to Batticaloa hospital with injuries received when the LTTE terrorists attacked a subsidiary STF camp in VAVUNATHIVU with mortars today (13.02.2007) around 6.55 a.m. Equipment Recovered in Trincomalee/Batticaloa - at 10:18 a.m hours n 13th February Security forces recovered a stock of goods and equipment belonging to the LTTE in several places in Trincomalee and Batticaloa yesterday (12.02.2007). The recovered items are as follows; KADDAMURALIKULAM, TRINCOMALEE around 10.00 a.m. 01 Generator v08 60 mm Mortar bombs 05 RPG bombs 02 Solar panels MUTHUWARAM, TRINCOMALEE around noon 01 T-56 weapon 04 Magazines with ammunition PALALABDIMADI, KADIRAVELI, BATTICALOA around noon 01 Hand tractor v01 Motor cycle Terrorist Attack in Jaffna - at 10:09 a.m hours on 13th February LTTE terrorists attacked troops based in KILALY, JAFFNA with mortars yesterday (12.02.2007) and the troops retaliated. Three soldiers were killed in the incident. Troops confirm that the terrorists received heavy damages due to retaliation. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 14th February 2007 Army Recovers Rifles, Ammunition and Accessories - Trincomalee at 10:30 a.m. on 14 Feb The army recovered three T 56 assault rifles, nine magazines with ammunition, six detonating cords, two pouches and a pack in a search operation conducted in Potkerni on Wednesday (14) at 10:30 a.m. Grenades, Range Cards, I Com Set and Accessories Recovered - Batticaloa, at 1:00 p.m. on 14 Feb In a search operation conducted in the Oddamawadi area, Troops recovered three abandoned hand grenades on Wednesday (14) at 1.00 p.m. The grenades were later defused. Meanwhile on the same day, an I -COM radio set, four 120 mm range cards, and other nine range cards, an LTTE identity card and four photographs were recovered from Punani. Troops counter LTTE artillery attack at Muhamalai in Jaffna - on 14th Feb 2007 Troops with MBRL and artillery fire successfully countered a LTTE artillery attack on the Muhamalai Forward Defence Line this afternoon (14). Security Forces believe that the LTTE would have suffered heavy casualties in the retaliatory fire. Two Army personnel were killed while another 10 sustained injuries in the attack Troops avert a possible claymore blast at Thirunaveli in Jaffna - on 14th Feb 2007 at 1.10 p.m. Troops discovered a three-wheeler with a claymore mine set inside in the Thirunaveli area around 1.10 p.m. today (14). The three-wheeler had been parked in the Thirunaveli area when troops detected it. The Security Forces also recovered a remote control device and one fuse from the three-wheeler. Meanwhile, troops recovered a hand grenade, a T-56 weapon, a magazine and 30 rounds of ammunition from the Kandaroda area today (14). Army recovers massive stock of arms & com sets from the East - on 14th Feb 2007 at 12.30 p.m. The Army recovered the following weapons and communication sets from a house in Ichchalanpaththu around 12.30 p.m. this afternoon (14.02.2007). T-56 assault rifles 50 Magazines 100 RPG bombs 30 VHF radio sets 25 UHF radio set 02 HF radio sets 02 Boosters 02 VHF Antennas 14 VHF hand sets 16 Radio telephones 02 Antenna cable 03 rolls (100 m each) These items had been hidden inside a 500 Ltr plastic barrel and buried inside the house. The Security Forces believe that these items would have been hidden by LTTE cadres who fled the Vakarai area last month. The Army suspects that these stocks of arms and military gear would have been stored in various locations by LTTE cadres to launch attacks on the Security Forces. The inability of fleeing LTTE cadres to carry weapons and military gear from Vakarai could have been another reason to store these at different locations. Elite cops repulse LTTE attack, recovers armaments in Ampara - on 14th Feb 2007 at 7.30 a.m. Police commandos repulsed a tiger terrorist attack on a Home guard post located between Kohombagasthalawa and Mangalagama around 7.30 a.m. this morning (14.02.2007). One home guard was killed and another sustained injuries in the LTTE attack. The injured home guard was admitted to the Ampara hospital. The following were recovered by the STF during a search operation launched subsequent to the attack: Dead bodies of LTTE cadres 03 T-56 assault rifles 02 T-56 empty case 02 Pouches 02 Hand Grenades 03 Communication set 01 Dry Rations Stretches 02 Troops Recover More Ammunition - Jaffna, at 6:45 p.m. on 14 Feb On information received from a civilian, 380 rounds of ammunition, an I-COM set used by LTTE terrorists, and a printed map was recovered by Troops on Wednesday (14) at 6:45 p.m. in Kaithady, Urelu. Anti -Personnel Mines Recovered - Trincomalee, at 8:00 p.m. on 14 Feb 26 Anti personnel mines laid by LTTE terrorists were recovered in a de-mining operation conducted by troops on Wednesday (14) between 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. in the Uppural area. Army Sappers Defuse Claymore Set to Target Security Forces - Batticaloa, at 8:30 a.m. on 15 Feb Situation Report on 15 February 2007 Army Sappers Defuse Claymore Set to Target Security Forces - Batticaloa, at 8:30 a.m. on 15 Feb The army bomb team defused a 3.5 kg claymore mine set to target troops in Sittandy, Batticaloa. A search operation is underway in the area. The vigilance of the Security Forces averted another possible claymore mine blast. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 16 February 2007 Navy unearths tiger armaments in the East - at 11.00 a.m on 16th February Acting on information received, the Navy unearthed the following weapons and explosives from the Kadawana area in Trincomalee around 11.00 a.m. today (16.02.2007). T-56 Weapons 02 12.7 mm Ammunition 500 Anti-Tank Mines 01 (15 kg) Anti-Personnel Mines 03 Communication set 01 Scissor used to cut wire 01 Four civilians enter cleared areas from Kilinochchi - at 6.55 p.m on 16th February A family of four entered Parayanakulam from LTTE active Kilinochchi citing Tiger harassments and intimidation around 6.55 p.m. last evening (15.02.2007). Among the members who crossed over were a mother (52), two sons of 25 and 26 years of age and another man. One of the sons is a student of the Jaffna University while the other had been attached to an insurance company in Kilinochchi. Two days earlier, a mother and a son escaped the LTTE and crossed over to Vavuniya from Kilinochchi. Latest arrivals indicate that a civilian movement has begun from Kilinochchi. Troops recover mortar launchers abandoned by the tigers in Trincomalee- at 1.20 p.m on 16th February Troops on a search operation recovered two 81 mm and 82 mm mortar launchers from the Ichchalanpattu area around 1.20 p.m. this afternoon (16.02.2007). Earlier in the day, troops recovered arms and ammunition buried by the LTTE in the same area. The Army engaged in clearing operations in the Vakarai area to resettle displaced people has been successfully recovering weapons, ammunition and explosives buried by the LTTE. Navy recovers over one million steel balls in Puttalam - at 9.45 a.m on 16th February Naval Inshore Patrol Craft (IPC) on patrol off the coast of Kalpitiya detected two suspected boats about 6 Nm North West of Battalangunduwa seas heading towards Silavathurai area today (16.02.2007) around 9.45 a.m. The patrol craft intercepted the two boats and closed up for investigations. On closing up, they observed two Out Board Motors each fitted on to these two boats. They were asked to stop by the Navy but refused and kept on moving. The naval patrol craft then fired warning shots at the boats. The occupants on these two boats had fired back at the naval craft. The retaliatory fire of the naval craft sank the two boats. The naval diving teams were rushed to the area and carried out a salvage operation in the area where the two boats sank. Following items were recovered: 25 Horse Power Out Board Motor engines 04 28 sacks of steel balls containing a total of over one million steel balls T-56 weapon 01 Hand Grenades 04 Satellite phone 01 The diving and salvage operation still continues. LTTE mortar positions and sea bases destroyed in Jaffna - at 9.50 a.m on 16th February Air Force conducted air strikes with Kfir jets on LTTE mortar positions Sorampattu, Palai today (16.02.2007) around 9.50 a.m. The Air Force confirms that the LTTE mortar positions were completely destroyed. The air strikes were a sequel to the constant mortar attacks by the LTTE against Forward Defence Line of the Army. Yesterday (15.02.2007) the Air Force conducted an air strike on sea tiger bases at Chenmalai towards the North of Alampillai around noon. The sea tiger bases too were completely destroyed. LTTE terrorists attack Army/Police in Vavunia - at 6.20 p.m on 16th February The LTTE terrorists on Thursday (15) around 6.20 p.m. launched a grenade attacked on a combined Army and Police foot patrol in the Thavasikulam area. The attack was repulsed and a search operation was launched. No casualties were reported to the Security Forces. On the same day in Vavuniya around 8.40 p.m. LTTE terrorists launched an attack with small arms targeting a Police guard point in Punthotatm area from about 700 meters away from the St. Solai school area. A search operation has been launched in the area. No police officer is reported to have been injured in the incident. Vavuniya Police are conducting further inquiries. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 17th February 2007 Claymore mine attack in Jaffna - 2nd Lead LTTE terrorists today (17) attacked troops with a claymore mine. Three soldiers admitted to hospital have died and seven are receiving treatment. In addition one civilian also was killed and three injured. The LTTE attacks on the troops have taken toll of the civilians too. Confrontation with terrorists at Kumankulam in Vavuniya - on 17th Feb 2007 On information received, the Army conducted a search operation in Kumankulam in Vavuniya, today around noon. While on search, tigers fired small arms at the troops. In the face of retaliation, terrorists fled. Two terrorists are believed have been injured while no casualties to the troops are reported. The terrorists have fled. The troops have recovered following items, 01 - Motorcycle 01 - Magazine 01 - Hand grenade Five soldiers injured in tiger claymore mine explosion at Old Park road in Jaffna - on 17th Feb 2007 at 11.50 a.m LTTE terrorists exploded a claymore mine today (17th) around 11.50 a.m. at Old Park road targeting a bus transporting solders injuring five. The explosion killed a civilian who was in the vicinity and injured another. The injured soldiers were admitted to the Pallaly Army hospital while the civilian was admitted to the Jaffna hospital. LTTE terrorists fire small arms at STF guard at Vavunativu in Batticaloa - on 17th Feb 2007 at 9.10 a.m The LTTE terrorists fired small arms at STF officers on duty opposite their camp in Vavunitivu and injured one officer today (17th) at 9.10 a.m. The injured officer was admitted to Ampara hospital. Troops recover 28 T 56 rifles and a RPG at Vakarai in Batticaloa - on 17th Feb 2007 Troops conducting a search operation in Vakarai this morning (17th) recovered 28 T 56 assault rifles and a RPG launcher. Search operations are continuing to facilitate the resettlement of civilians displaced by earlier LTTE terrorist activities. LTTE terrorists target police tractor/water bowser at Pandarikulam in Vavuniya - on 17th Feb 2007 at 9.45 a.m LTTE terrorists detonated a claymore mine fixed to a coconut tree opposite "Sivam Kovil" in Pandarikulam on Saturday (17th) at 9.45 a.m. targeting a Police water bowser fitted to a tractor. At the time of the incident a police foot patrol was also in the vicinity. The water bowser was slightly damaged. No was injured in the incident. Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 18th February 2007 LTTE fires at SF, A Public bus hit by the fire, kills a civilian - Batticaloa on 5:10 p.m. on 18 Feb The LTTE terrorists who were hiding behind the wall of the Public Health Office at Chenkaladi, in Batticaloa attacked the security forces personnel this evening, Sunday the 18th of February. Defence sources said that the fire hit a public transport bus, which happened to pass. A civilian passenger was killed on the spot and another sustained injuries due to the incident. The Police retaliated with great caution since the civilian passengers were in the bus. Under the cover of civilians, the terrorists were able to flee. In the wee hours of this morning, the LTTE terrorists made an attack, injuring three civilians, proving their callous disregard for civilian lives. Army recovers another haul of weapons/explosives / ammunition and accessories - Trincomalee on 17 Feb The Army continuing search and clearing operations throughout Saturday (17th ) in the liberated areas of Ichchalmpattu area recovered seventy eight (78) T 56 assault rifles, thirty seven(37) RPG rockets, thirty eight (38) RPG chargers, two(02) gun mountings , one(01) 12.7 tripod, eight hundred (800) 12.7rounds, Two hundred and ninety five (295) .50 rounds, ten boxes (10) of Bangalore torpedo, one kg(01) C 4 type high explosives, one hundred and forty (140) T 56 magazines and seven outboard motors which had been abandoned before the LTTE terrorists fled from the advancing Troops. The Army is continuing it's clearing operations. This task conducted by the Army is to enable those innocent Tamil civilians who were displaced by LTTE terrorist activities to be resettled as soon as possible in spite of the grave risk to themselves from the land mines, booby traps and anti - personnel mines which the terrorists had laid before they abandoned this area. LTTE fires mortars at STF camp - Batticaloa, at 6:30 a.m. on 18 Feb LTTE terrorists fired mortars targeting the STF camp in Vavunitivu at 6.30 am today (18th). The STF retaliated. No casualties were reported to the STF. Two soldiers And three villagers injured By LTTE mortar fire - Anuradapura at 2:00 a.m. on 18 Feb LTTE terrorists fired mortars at troops in Athawetunuwewa, Welioya, and today (18th) around 2.00 a.m. injuring two soldiers. Some of the mortars fired by the terrorists also slammed into the Athawetunuwewa village injuring three villagers. Troops retaliated. LTTE terrorist's mortar fire has once again placed the lives of innocent villagers at grave risk The injured have been admitted to Padaviya hospital. Four LTTE Cadres Surrender - Batticaloa on 08:15 a.m. on 18 Feb Four LTTE Cadres today (17) around 8.15 a.m. surrendered to the Sri Lanka Army at Valachchena. They have expressed their dismay harassment meted out to them by senior LTTE cadres. They are of 19, 24, 25 and 26 age group. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 19 February 2007 Security Forces Deny LTTE Allegation - Jaffna on 19 Feb Information was received yesterday (18) morning that a youth had been killed in Iyaththalai, Jaffna. The deceased was identified to be 25-year-old Krishna Kamaladasa an undergraduate of the University of Jaffna which reopened today (19). According to the Vice-Chancellor, the attendance of the students was over 50%. The ulterior motive behind killing of this youth is to thwart the attempts by the Security Forces to restore normalcy and disturb education of innocent Tamil students of Jaffna. By killing students, the LTTE tries to create suspicion among fellow students that the Security Forces are responsible for the killing. Previously too, the LTTE had motivated school children to set fire to a bus carrying them on 08th January 2007 with a view to disturbing normalcy in Jaffna. In this context, the Security Forces vehemently condemn the false propaganda by the pro-LTTE websites alleging the Armed Forces of the killing of the above student. Kodikamam Police are conducting investigations in to the incident. LTTE detonates claymore mines opens fire at Police - Vavuniya at 9:00 a.m. on 19 Feb Tiger terrorists detonated two claymore mines and opened fire targeting a group of Police constables on a route clearing patrol in Sector 4 near the 21km post along the Vavuniya - Mannar road around 9.00 a.m. this morning (19). The Police retaliated. No harm was reported to Police personnel. A combined Police and Army route clearing patrol is in progress in the area. LTTE attack targeting Army detachment injures a woman - Trincomalee at 9:00 p.m. on 18 Feb A tiger terrorist attack targeting the Ariyamankerni Army detachment hit a civilian settlement nearby injuring a woman around 9.00 p.m. last night (18). The injured woman was rushed to the Serunuwara hospital. Troops recover 78 maps - Trincomalee on 18 Feb Troops on a search operation recovered the following items left behind by the LTTE in Ichchalanpattu yesterday (18). Maps 78 Radio antennas 02 VHS Video cassettes 126 LTTE booklets 92 Telephone antennas 01 The search operation continues. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 20th February 2007 Dead bodies found at Vairapulikulam in Vavuniya - on 20th Feb 2007 The Grama Niladari of Vairapulikulam, Vavuniya has informed the PANDARIKULAM Police that three dead bodies were lying near the Amman Kovil. The civilians in the area suspect that the LTTE was responsible for the killings. Vavuniya Police visited the scene and are conducting inquiries. Attempt to enter the camp thwarted in Puttalam - on 20th Feb 2007 A suspicious person who had attempted to trespass the Vijaya Naval camp via lagoon area was observed by the sailor on duty and had ordered him to stop. In spite of the warning, he had attempted to enter the camp clearing the fence. The sailor had fired a few warning shots. But the person had not ceased has attempt to enter the camp. The sailor finally shot him to prevent his entrance to the camp. The person died of the gunshot injuries. The Navy conducted a search operation. Kalpitiya Police are conducting inquires. Air strikes on tiger targets at Kokkukuduvai in Vavuniya - on 20th Feb 2007 around 7.30 a.m Air Force conducted air strikes on two identified tiger targets at Puliyankulam East in Vavuniya today (20) around 7.30 a.m. In one place, grouping and training of terrorists had been observed and in the other, mortars had been deployed. From these points, terrorists had attacked Kokkukuduvai and Welioya areas with mortars recently. 25 civilians escape the tiger grip in Vavuniya - on 20th Feb 2007 25 civilians have escaped the uncleared area in Palamotei, Vavuniya to Nochchikulam around 7.45 a.m. today (20.02.07). The group include 05 men, 09 women, 06 girls and 05 boys. These civilians entered the cleared areas, raising white flags. The elders said they escaped to seek safety and freedom for their children who are in danger of being forcibly recruited as LTTE cadres. The escapees were provided with necessary accommodation and meals by the troops in the Forward Defence Lines Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 22 February 2007 Navy destroys two tiger boats in Puttlam - on 22nd Feb 2007 Sri Lanka Navy patrol craft destroyed two boats of tiger terrorists attempted enter into the Sri Lankan waters from India, 5 nautical miles off Batthalangundu area in Kalpitiya of the Puttlam district today (22). Despite warning shots fired by the Navy, terrorist on board had fired at the naval crafts using machine guns. The Navy confirms that they retaliated completely destroying the two tiger boats. Sources said one boat which had six on board guttered fire while other boats sunk with 3 on board. Meanwhile two other boats approaching from Selawatura seas commenced firing at the naval crafts had fled due to heavy resistance by the Navy. The Navy suspects that terrorists were smuggling arms and other war like material into the country. A search operation is on in the area. LTTE attempts to dominate Batticaloa from Thoppigala in Batticaloa - on 22nd Feb 2007 around 8.30 a:m An Army guard point near the Chenkaladi market place came under an LTTE small arms attack around 8.30 a.m. this morning (22.02.07). One Soldier was killed in the attack. The Army refrained from retaliating due to the presence of civilians in the vicinity. The Security Forces have received information that the LTTE cadres had come from the Thoppigala area to carry out the attack. During the recent past the LTTE intensified attacks on Military installations from the Thoppigala area. Around 2900 people have already crossed over to cleared areas from Thoppigala citing intimidations by the LTTE. More recoveries as army search operations continue in Trincomalee - on 22nd Feb 2007 around 6.30 a.m On Wednesday (21.02.2007) around 6.30 p.m., the Army recovered one 120 mm mortar tool kit, five Outboard engines and a generator during its search operations in the Eechchalanpatu area. The Army continues its search and de-mining operations so that those displaced persons from the area can be re-settled as soon as possible. Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 23rd February 2007 LTTE fires small arms at STF at Vavunativu in Batticaloa - on 23rd Feb 2007 around 4.15 p.m. On Friday (23rd) LTTE terrorists fired small arms at STF troops in Vavunativu around 4.15 p.m. The STF retaliated and no damages were reported. No casualties to the LTTE were also reported. Security forces discover a dead body of a civilian at Palauththuwa in Trincomalee - on 23rd Feb 2007 around 1.00 p.m. Security forces discovered the dead body of Sinnarasa Stanly (43) shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Palauththuwa around 1.00 p.m. today (23). The Trincomalee Police are conducting investigations. Navy recovers a sea tiger attack craft at the seas off Baththalangunduwa in Puttalm - on 23rd Feb 2007 The Navy recovered a sea tiger arrow type attack craft along with two dead bodies of LTTE cadres in a salvage operation launched today (23) in the seas off Baththalangunduwa. The following were recovered during the salvage operation. 01 x Attack craft 01 x 85 Horse power OBM 01 x 14.5 mm single barrel weapon and ammunition 01 x Multi purpose machine gun and ammunition Two dead bodies of LTTE cadres The Navy launched a salvage operation to recover the two arrow type sea tiger boats destroyed in the retaliatory attack yesterday (22) Navy patrol craft destroyed two Sea Tiger boats that attempted to enter Sri Lankan waters from India, 5 nautical miles off Batthalangundu in Kalpitiya yesterday (22). Youth killed at Kalavanchikudy in Batticaloa - on 23rd Feb 2007 around 9.00 a.m. The Pistol Gang of the LTTE shot dead a youth called Ravindran Ashokan (27) supposedly a member of the TMVP at the Kalavanchikudy, Padirippu junction today (23.12.2007) around 9.00 a.m. Kalavanchikudy Police are conducting Troops Recover Weapon Accessories - Batticaloa, at 5:00 p.m. on 09 Feb Situation Report on 24th February 2007 Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Throughout Saturday (24th), LTTE terrorists fired mortars intermittently at the Muhamalai Army FDL's and injured three soldiers. The Army repulsed the attack with retaliatory fire and reports indicate that two terrorists were either killed. Success brings security in North of Trincomalee - on 24th Feb 2007 LTTE terrorists have now withdrawn further North of Trincomalee. Search operation and the consolidation of positions by the Army are still continuing. Subsequently, the operation conducted by the Army Commandos assisted by other troops have achieved success. The Army has destroyed 04 LTTE main camps. One camp had been a training camp with facilities for 40 trainees. Another camp had been used as a hospital, which could accommodate fifty. The troops have recovered a large quantity of medicine and medical equipment. The other two tiger camps had been used as transit points when the LTTE terrorists trekked to Vakarai and Sampur. Youth shot dead by terrorists at Veppamkulam in Vavuniya - on 24th Feb 2007 LTTE terrorists shot dead Sathasivam Vigneshvaram(23) of Kodikamam, Jaffna. The dead body of the deceased was found on February 24 in Veppamkulam, Kallimadu junction around 6.30 a.m. He had left home the previous day (23) but had not returned. The Magistrate Vavuniya conducted the post-mortem inquiry. At the inquiry, it was transpired that the terrorists were responsible for the killing. Lorry with Suspected Items Checked At Navy Road Block - Mannar at 1:30 p.m. on 24 Feb A road block in Mannar manned by the Navy on Saturday (24th) at 1:30 p.m. took in to custody a lorry transporting hardware given below to Vidithaltivu area suspected to be used by the LTTE to repair Sea Tiger boats. The driver and assistant appeared to be suppressing the correct details of the recipients. The lorry and the goods with the driver and assistant have been handed over to the Mannar Police for further investigations. 1. Polythene bags 2500 2. Nylon cord (36 kg) rolls 11 3. Acid (22 liter each) cans 50 4. Nylon cord gum barrels (210 liters each) 06 5. Compound (bottles) 356 6. Motor cycle batteries 72 7. Electric generators (TG950) 25 8. Satellite Installing parts for Antenna 50 boxes 9. Antenna installations spare Packets 20 10. Other items (unpacked) Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Dead Bodies Handed Over to Red Cross - Puttlam on 25 Feb The dead bodies of two LTTE cadres who were in the LTTE boat destroyed by the Navy in the Sea off Battalangunduwa on 22 February were handed over to the International Red Cross on 25th, around 11:10 a.m. by the Navy through the Kalpitiya Police. The ICRC make arrangements to hand over the dead bodies to the LTTE Arms uncovered Trincomalee - at 10:00 a.m. on 25 Feb On information received Muthur Police recovered several arms and ammunition belonging to the LTTE, hidden in a house today (25) around 10:00 a.m. in Kattaparichchan Muthur. The recovered items are; T 56 weapon - 01 T 56 ammo - 307 Hand grenades - 05 40 mm grenade - 01 Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 26th February 2007 Two Policemen shot dead at Settikulam in Vavuniya - on 26th Feb 2007 Tiger terrorists shot dead two Policemen attached to the Settikulam Police station today (26) around 7.15 p.m. The Police are conducting investigation. Attack Foiled in Jaffna - at 7:30 p.m. on 26 Feb LTTE Terrorists hurled hand grenade at Army route clearing patrol but did not explode. Troops retaliated. Terrorist communication revealed that a terrorist had been wounded. In a subsequent search operation troops recovered a T 56 weapon, one hand grenade and claymore mine. The search operation continues. The incident took place near Hindu College Jaffna yesterday (26) around 7.30 p.m. These incidents show the callus disregard by terrorists for civilian life and school children. Weapons Found - Vavuniya at 11:40 a.m. on 26 Feb Acting on information received from a civilian troops recovered following weapons hidden in a home in Nagairuppakulam in Vavuniya yesterday (26) around 11:40 a.m. Two T - 56 weapons Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 27th February 2007 Police Jeep Attacked - Batticaloa, at 8:10 a.m. on 27 Feb LTTE terrorists exploded a claymore mine hidden in a heap of sand brought for road construction at a Police Jeep in which Police officers attached to Vellawali Police station traveled today (27) around 8:10 a.m. No casualties among the police personnel are reported and the jeep was slightly damaged. Kalmunai Police are conducting inquires. A search operation is being conducted. Air Strike at Thoppigala - Batticaloa, at 11:20 a.m. on 27 Feb Sri Lanka Air force conducted an air strike on an identified LTTE base at Thoppigala today (27) around 11:20 a.m. The tigers has been using this base to launch mortar attacks on the Security Force detachments. Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 28th February 2007 Another LTTE cadre surrenders - Ampara, at 08:30 a.m. on 28 Feb A Demoralized and Harassed LTTE cadre (22) surrendered to the STF camp at Perawelthalawa around 08.30 a.m. today (28). He had revealed to the Security Forces that he had undergone training in a LTTE camps known as TORABORA. He had been a farmer in Vavunativu. The LTTE had kidnapped him whilst he was working in his paddy field. Around 593 LTTE cadres have surrendered to the Security Forces up to date since 22nd February 2002. The Mahaoya Police are conducting investigations. Navy recovers Mortars and Artillery shells and from submerged LTTE ship - Matara, on 28 Feb During a search operatin the Navy recovered 152 mm and 130 mm artillery shells and 120 mm mortar shells from the vicinity of the sunken LTTE arms ship in Dondra Point this morning (28). The Navy had detected some ammunition boxes floating near the location where the vessel was sunk. Naval sources confirm that ordnance were recovered from these ammunition boxes. The Navy has extended the search operation. The Navy's fast attack craft destroyed 02 LTTE craft and caused damages to 03 other craft during a confrontation off Pulmudai sea 9.30 p.m on 27th February 2007. Three tigers Killed In STF counter attack - Batticaloa, at 12:45 a.m. on 28 Feb An STF foot patrol on Tuesday around 12.45 a.m. was fired at by LTTE terrorists but fled when the STF based in Thalladi retaliated. Three Tigers were killed in the incident. A 56 assault rifle, Four magazines with ammunition, an I - Communication set, four hand grenades, a set of pouches, a prepared Claymore mine, a remote control device, a cyanide capsule and a green web belt was recovered. Army recovers RPG bombs - Trincomalee, at 09:00 a.m. on 27 Feb The Army recovered Six RPG bombs, an anti - personnel mine and Three T 56 magazines. In a search operation conducted on Tuesday (27-02-2007) at 9.00 a.m. in Mavilaru. Tigers attack Police post - Vavuniya, at 10:05 p.m. on 27 Feb LTTE terrorists fired small arms and lobbed three hand grenades from behind the Settikulam Police post in Zone 15 Police area on Tuesday (27-02-2007) at 10.05 p.m. The Tigers fled when the Police supported by the other police posts retaliated. No damage or casualties are reported to the Police. The Police have launched a search operation in the area. Settikulam Police are conducting investigations. SLN destroyed another Two LTTE craft damages 03 - Pulmudai, at 9:30 p.m on 27 Feb Sri Lanka Navy Fast Attack Craft's destroyed 02 LTTE craft and caused damages to 03 other craft during a confrontation off Pulmudai sea 9.30 p.m on 27th February 2007. SLN FAC'S on patrol off Pulmudai detected 14 LTTE craft launched from Nayaru area moving towards south hugging the coast. Fast Attack Craft's intercepted the movement off Pulmudai and destroyed 02 LTTE Craft with the crew on board. Other LTTE Craft fled towards Nayaru towing the 03 Craft sustained damages. 15 LTTE cadres believe dead whilst few others sustained injuries. 02 sailors also sustained minor injuries. SLN and SLA ground troops providing fire support during the confrontation. This is the third consecutive defeat of the LTTE sea tigers during past two weeks in the face of the Sri Lanka Navy. Situation Report on 01st March 2007 Situation Report on 01st March 2007 Two Muslims shot dead at Illuppukulam in Trincomalee - on 01st Mar 2007 Uppuweli Police had recovered dead bodies of two Muslim youth, identified as Mohamed Manzil (24) and Mohamed Iqram (26), cutlery vendors from Teldeniya area in the Kandy district, at Illuppukulam. Police said that the vendors were abducted by tiger terrorists yesterday (28.02.2007) at Uppuweli while they were selling cutleries and shot dead two youth after knotting their hands on their back. Police confirmed that the two Muslim youth had come to the Traincomalee area from Teldeniya to earn a living. During the past too tiger terrorists have been attacking innocent Muslims vendors by steeling their goods. Uppuweli Police are conducting further investigations. Air strike on thunukkai LTTE training camp at Mankulam in Vavuniya - on 01st Mar 2007 at 7.55 a.m. Today (01.03.2007) around 7.55 a.m. Air Force MIG Jet aircraft targeted an identified LTTE terrorist training camp based about 15 km west of Mankulam Youth Shot Dead - Batticaloa on 01 Mar at 10:00 p.m. Two unidentified gunmen shot dead a youth Yogarasa Yogeswaran, aged 24, a resident of 2nd Lane Kaluwankerni, Eravur in front of his residence. Eravur Police are conducting inquires Youth shot dead by LTTE pistol gang - Jafffna at 10:30 a.m. on 01 Mar An LTTE pistol gang shot dead in Rasaveen Thottam a 20 year old youth identified as Kishan Sanjeevan. Two policemen and a schoolboy injured in LTTE grenade attack - Batticaloa at 11:15 a.m. on 01 Mar Two Policemen from the Valaichchenai - Mancholai Police guard post, was attacked when riding a bicycle opposite the Ottamawadi Mosque by LTTE Terrorists with hand grenades. The two policemen and 10 year old Muslim schoolboy identified as Saibu-Labdeen were injured and admitted to Polonnaruwa Hospital. STF Camp Attacked - Batticaloa at 11:55 a.m. on 01 Mar LTTE terrorists attacked the STF Camp with mortars at Vavunative Batticaloa around 11:55 a.m. The STF retaliated with mortars. No casualties were reported to the STF. Troops Recover weapons and explosives - Trincomalee at 3:30 p.m. on 01 Mar Army troops conducting a search operation between 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in Bharathapuram, on information received from a civilian recovered the items given below: Claymore Mines 03 (one weighing 15 kg and two 05 kg each) Detonator cord 07 meters T 56 magazines 05 T 56 live ammunition 57 Remote Control devices 03 Electronic circuits 01 C 4 explosives 750 grams 12 Volt batteries 01 Methadine 06 bottles Pen-torch Batteries 12 Claymore stands 01 Pouches 01 Tigers shell omanthai road block in Vavuniya - on 01st Mar 2007 at 4.00 p.m Tiger terrorists had fired mortars at the Omanthai cross loading road block around 2.30 p.m. and again at 4.00 p.m., today (01.03.07). No casualties reported to the attack Army engineers recover a T 56 rifle and mortar bombs at Vakarai in Batticaloa - on 01st Mar 2007 at 4.00 p.m. In a search operation conducted in Mudayankerni, Vakarai by the Army Engineers on Wednesday (28th), a T 56 assault rifle, two RPG bombs, two 81 mm mortar bombs and five hand grenades were recovered at 4.00 p.m. Terrorist killed - Ampara, on 01 Mar LTTE terrorists attacked a group of STF personnel conducting foot patrol at Pillumale - Tampitiya area in Ampara around noon. The STF personnel retaliated. Intercepted LTTE communication revealed that one terrorist has been killed. Maha oya Police are conducting inquiries. Situation Report on 02st March 2007 Situation Report on 02 March 2007 Heavy casualties of LTTE on Air Strike - Batticaloa at 11:15 a.m. on 02 Mar Sri Lanka Air Force conducted air strikes using MIG 27 Jet planes on identified LTTE targets in Thoppigala where terrorists have grouped assisted by multi-barrel and artillery attacks by the Army. Intercepted communication revealed that their 31 cadres were seriously wounded, out of whom 17 are males and 14, females and have requested tractors to evacuate the wounded. The confrontation took place today. Claymore Attack injure a policeman and a homeguard - Vavuniya at 11:30 a.m. on 02 Mar LTTE Terrorists detonated a claymore mine at the Security personnel near the Irattaperiyakulam railway crossing, a Policeman and a home guard were injured and were admitted to the Vavuniya hospital. The Security Forces conducted a search operation Claymore Mine Recovered - Amprara, on 02 Mar A claymore mine to be detonated by a remote controller was recovered by STF personnel who were on a road clearing patrol at Kalavanchikudi. The bomb weighed 06 kgs. The Kalavanchikudi Police are conducting inquiries. Situation Report on 03 March 2007 Situation Report on 03 March 2007 Attack on Soldiers - Mannar at 3:10 p.m. on 03 Mar LTTE terrorists attacked soldiers engaged in foot patrol with small arms in Periyanawatkulam, Mannar 8454 today (03) around 3.10 p.m. A soldier was injured. Tigers fled the area due to troops retaliation. The injured soldier was admitted to the Mannar hospital. Five dead bodies found - Kandana on 03 Mar Five decomposed bodies of males were found in the marshy land of Muthurajawela. Three bodies were found yesterday (02), and two, today (03). The dead bodies have not been identified. Pamunugama Police are conducting investigations. The dead bodies are in the mortuary of Andiyakanda hospital. Tigers fire mortars at Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 02 Mar LTTE Terrorists fired mortars intermittently at the Muhamalai FDL's on Friday (02). The Army retaliated Artillery targets LTTE cadres - Trincomalee on 02 Mar The Army fired artillery at identified LTTE targets North of Kumburuppiddi area where tigers were gathering on Friday evening (02) causing severe damage to the terrorists. Army recovers 43 anti- Personnel Mines - Trincomalee on 02 Mar Troops on de-mining operations on Friday (02) in Uppural recovered 43 anti- personnel mines. The Army is continuing de-mining operations to enable the people to resettle in these areas from which they were displaced as a result of LTTE harassment. Meanwhile Troops conducting clearing operations in the Kadiraveli area recovered two T 56 assault rifles, one 120 mm Mortar bombs, two RPG Bombs and one 81 mm Mortar bomb. Two Policemen at road block injured in LTTE grenade attack - Puttalam on 02 Mar Two persons riding a motor cycle suspected to be LTTE terrorists attacked the Police road block in Munddalama with hand grenades. Two policemen were injured in the incident and admitted to Chilaw hospital. Munddalama Police are conducting investigations. Two Tamil youth forcibly conscripted by tigers surrender to Army - Batticaloa at 2:30 p.m. on 02 Mar Two (02) LTTE youth, who were forcibly kidnapped last month by tiger terrorists and harassed, tortured and confined in Kudumbimalai area surrendered to the Army at Thivu Point on Friday (02) around 2.30 p.m. Eravur Police are conducting further investigations Two Soldiers on route clearing patrol killed - Trincomalee at 4:25 p.m. on 02 Mar An Army route clearing patrol in Kottukulam on Friday (02) around 4.25 p.m. was fired at with small arms by LTTE terrorists. Two soldiers were killed in the incident. A search operation has been launched in the area. Troops recover 20 kg claymore mine - Trincomalee at 2:45 p.m. on 02 Mar An Army foot patrol on Friday (02) around 2.45 p.m. Recovered a 20 kg Claymore mine, two detonators, 35 meters of wire and two batteries in Puwaranthivu. Kinniya Police are conducting further investigations. Tiger attempt to assassinate EPDP employee - Vavuniya on 02 Mar LTTE terrorists attempted to assassinate Sabesan (25) by firing at him on Friday (02) when he was walking close to the Puntottam Junction road. He was a resident of Niraveli, Jaffna and an employee of the EPDP office in Puntottam,Vavuniya. He was seriously injured in the attack and admitted to the Vavuniya intensive care unit. Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 04 March 2007 Situation Report on 04 March 2007 On Information from a Civilian Army Recovers Mines & Other Items - Jaffna at 5:30 p.m. on 03 Mar On information received from a civilian Army Troops recovered from an abandoned garden in Vadhiri, Point Pedro a 05 Kg Claymore mine, a battery pack with two nine volt batteries, a T 56 magazine with 30 rounds of ammunition and three hand grenades. LTTE Fired at STF Camp - Mannar at 1:30 a.m. on 04 Mar LTTE terrorists fired small arms towards the STF Camp in Giant's Lake. STF retaliated and no casualties to STF. Tigers Fire Small Arms at STF Foot Patrol - Ampara at 9:35 a.m. on 04 Mar A STF foot patrol in the Badamassawa area in Potuvil was fired at with small arms by LTTE terrorists. A STF officer was killed in the incident. The STF retaliated but no damages have been reported. Tigers Fire at Troops Vavuniya - at 10:00 a.m. on 04 Mar LTTE fired mortars at Troops patrolling the Omanthai FDLS'. Three soldiers were injured and admitted to hospital. Troops retaliated but no reports regarding damage to the LTTE. Tiger Suicide Boat Found - Batticaloa at 11:30 a.m. on 04 Mar A group of soldiers on a search operation had observed a suicide sea tiger boat, deployed with explosives, which included T-56 weapon and several mortar ammunition in Kadiraveli, Vakarai. Situation Report on 05 March 2007 Situation Report on 05 March 2007 Police recover weapons from Hingurakgoda in Polonnaruwa - at 16:03 p.m hours on 05th March Police recovered the following items from the KABALA WEWA sluice in Polonnaruwa around 9.00 a.m. today (05). The weapons had been buried under the sluice gate. T-56 Magazines - 18 Tool kits of Light Machine Guns - 09 RPG Brush - 01 Unidentified cylinder type bomb - 01 The Army bomb disposal team later defused the unidentified bomb. The Hingurakgoda and Polonnaruwa Police are conducting investigations with the assistance of the Security Forces. Troops defuse anti-personnel mines in Trincomalee - at 09:28 a.m hours on 05th March Troops defused 8 anti-personnel mines recovered during a search operation in Mavadichena during noon yesterday (04). Civilian helps troops to recover explosives and ammunition in Vavuniya - at 09:23 a.m hours on 05th March On information received from a civilian, troops recovered the following in an abandoned land in Kurumankulam during evening hours yesterday (04). Claymore mines 02 T-56 Ammo 17 Electric detonators 08 Electric connectors 14 9 V batteries 09 Electric circuits 06 Releasing switch 01 Abductee Escapes - Mannar at 3:30 p.m. on 05 Mar An LTTE cadre surrendered to the troops who were on search operation in Nanattan area in Murunkan yesterday (05) around 3.30 p.m. The surrendee is a youth named Thurirajah Retendia, aged 21, a resident in Ganeshapuram in Maharambakulam. He had been abducted while on his way to work by LTTE cadres and was under training when he escaped. The surrendee was handed over to MURUNKAN Police who are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 06 March 2007 Situation Report on 06 March 2007 Two Claymore Mines Found - Puttllam, at 8:00 a.m. on 06 Mar A special team that had been deployed for route clearing mission recovered two claymore mines in Iluwankulam on Mannar road Puttalam around 8:00 am. These mines have been found planted like "booby traps" and when defusing it has exploded around 10:30 a.m. without causing harm to anyone. Five Severely Burnt Dead Bodies Found - Anuradhapura at 8:00 a.m. on 06 Mar Five burnt dead bodies were found by the Thirappane police on 06th March 2007 around 8.00 a.m. on the complaints received from the civilians. These bodies were found in Sembukulama on Thiruwila road Thirappane, Anuradhapura. Thirappane Police are conducting further investigation. A Claymore Targeting STF Explodes - Vavuniya at 9:30 a.m. on 06 Mar A claymore mine targeting a STF Jeep exploded today (06) at 9:30 a.m. close to petrol shed in Irattaperiyakulam. The claymore has been fitted to the fence near paddy filed close to the petrol shed and no harm reported. Army and Police search operation is in progress in the area Airman Succumb to Injuries in Hospital - Vavuniya, at 3:10 p.m. on 06 Mar An airman who was shot by the LTTE pistol group succumbed to his injuries after admission to the Vavuniya hospital around 3:10 p.m. today (06) The Air Force soldier was shot by the LTTE pistol group near Bazaar Street today (06) The Airman was attached to the Air Force camp in Vavuniya. Abductee Escapes - Mannar at 3:30 p.m. on 05 Mar An LTTE cadre surrendered to the troops who were on search operation in Nanattan area in Murunkan yesterday (05) around 3.30 p.m. The surrendee is a youth named Thurirajah Retendia, aged 21, a resident in Ganeshapuram in Maharambakulam. He had been abducted while on his way to work by LTTE cadres and was under training when he escaped. The surrendee was handed over to Murukan Police who are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 07 March 2007 Situation Report on 07 March 2007 Intercepted LTTE communication reveals losses - Vavuniya, at 10:00 a.m. on 07 Mar Intercepted tiger communication has revealed that the Police retaliation against a LTTE mortar and machine gun attack has killed one Tiger terrorist while wounding over three around 10.a.m. in Uilankulam this morning (07). The LTTE from un-cleared areas attacked a group of cops who were proceeding towards sector 17 in Uilankulam to carryout investigations into the death of another police constable due to a LTTE attack on the Police Uilankulam guard point early this morning. The Tigers had used 81 and 60 mm mortar and machine guns for the assault. The police retaliated with mortars inflicting heavy damages to the Tigers. The Tiger cadres were compelled to flee the area amidst the police retaliation. Around 7.00a.m. This morning (07) the LTTE launched an attack on the Uilankulam police post killing one police constable. It was this incident that the group of police personnel was arriving to investigate when the LTTE attacked them around 10.00 a.m. One killed and three injured in LTTE triggered claymore attack- Vavuniya, at 10:50 a.m on 07 Mar A Police constable was killed while two other along with a civilian sustained minor injuries, when LTTE terrorists triggered off a claymore mine at Mamaduwa junction, near Madukanda area in Vavuniya at 10.50a.m, today(07). The claymore mine was triggered off targeting a vehicle transferring Police personnel along the Vavuniya- Horowupotana main road. According to the Vavuniya Police reports the injured were rushed to the General Hospitals at Vavuniya and Anuradhapura respectively. The Police Constable who was driving the vehicle, succumbed to his injuries while being transferred for immediate medical assistance. Police Recover a T 56 Rifle on Information from a Civilian - Batticaloa, at 4:00 p.m. on 06 Mar The Valachchenai Police on information received from a civilian arrested a person belonging to the Muslim community in Senmanodai, with a T 56 assault rifle in the house of a Muslim on Wednesday (06) around 4.00 p.m. Valachchenai Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 08th March 2007 Situation Report on 08th March 2007 LTTE attacks Army foot patrol at Black Bridge in Batticaloa - on 08th Mar 2007 at 5.30 a.m. LTTE terrorists attacked an Army foot patrol with small arms injuring a soldier on Thursday (08) near Black Bridge around 5.30 a.m. The Army retaliated and a search operation followed. Many Civilians Escape into Government Controlled Areas - Batticaloa, at 05:30 a.m. on 08 Mar LTTE terrorists fired small arms at an Army foot patrol near Black Bridge, injuring a soldier. Monitored LTTE communications indicate that 10 LTTE terrorists have been killed and 17 injured when Troops retaliated. Army Fires Artillery and Mortars at LTTE Meeting Point - Trincomalee at 12:40 p.m. on 08 Mar The Army fired Artillery and mortars at an LTTE terrorist meeting point. The Security Forces believe the LTTE sustained severe casualties. Resettlement of Civilians In Vakarai - Batticaloa, on 08 Mar A total of 127 families consisting of 475 persons have been resettled in Uriyankkadu, Thatamunai and Vellayankaddu areas on Thursday (08). The government has provided them with the basic facilities, while the Security Forces have been engaged in distributing them. The people who have been resettles are provided with food prepared by the security Forces, drinking water, hospital facilities and electricity. A bus service has also been provided. Mortar fire by LTTE in Batticaloa - on 07th and 08th Mar 2007 LTTE cadres fired mortars at security forces in Kommaturai in Baticaloa from Aittamalai, Iluppadichena and West of Vavunathiu yesterday (07) night and on today (08). Three civilians namely Puwathasingham Karalasingham (46), Kanapathipillai Dhanapalasingham (44) and a female named Vishvalingam Leelawathi (39) were injured due to the Mortar fire and taken to the General Hospital, Batticaloa. No injuries were reported to own troops. More displaced persons arrive into government controlled areas. Vavunathivu; a total of 497 displaced families from the Un cleared areas of Batticaloa in Vavunativu consisting of 744 males, 800 females, 543 boys and 459 girls totaling 2546 persons have now moved into the Government controlled areas. Meanwhile on Wednesday (07) a total of 1092 Displaced persons consisting of 280 families including 70 males, 358 females, 244 boys and 220 girls have moved into the Government controlled areas from the un-cleared areas of Sittandy. A total of 777 families consisting of 3638 displaced persons have moved into the Government controlled areas from the un-cleared areas of Batticaloa- Vavunativu - Sittandy areas. Situation Report on 09th March 2007 Situation Report on 09th March 2007 LTTE Camp Destroyed - Ampara, at 1:30 p.m. on 09 Mar The STF assisted by the Army conducted a limited military offensive against the LTTE camps in old pillumalai, with a view to clear the Maha Oya main road in Ampara. In the operation, an LTTE camp was totally destroyed and causing heavy damages to terrorists. In the ensuing confrontation, 03 STF personnel died and 12 received minor injuries. A large number of tiger terrorists too have died. Troops have consolidated their positions in the area. The injured have been admitted to the Polonnaruwa hospital. 20 Tigers Killed - Ampara, on 09 Mar Over 20 LTTE terrorists are believed to have been killed in an operation conducted by STF troops in Pillumalai in Ampara. Intercepted communication revealed that three gangs of terrorists too had disappeared. In the confrontation, 03 STF personnel have died and 12, injured. Four STF personnel have disappeared. Their bodies have been handed over to the STF through the Red Cross, around noon today (10). Army De-Mining Team Recovers Eighty Three LTTE Anti Personnel Mines - Trincomalee, on 09 Mar The Army de-mining team which is tasked to de-mine the Uppural area to resettle the civilians who had left due to LTTE harassment recovered eighty three (83) AP mines (Anti Personnel) buried by the fleeing Tigers when Troops were advancing. The Army Bomb Disposal Squad defused the mines. Soldiers and Wild Life Personnel Missing - Anuradhapura, on 09 Mar Army troops began a search operation in the Wilpattu wild life park in search of the four soldiers and four wild life personnel missing since this morning (09). Situation Report on 10th March 2007 Situation Report on 10th March 2007 Confrontation in Batticaloa West - Batticaloa, at 7:30 p.m. on 10 Mar Five soldiers were injured in a confrontation with LTTE terrorists in Kohombagasthalawa in Batticaloa West on around 7:30 p.m. Injured soldiers admitted to Ampara hospital. In the ensuing retaliation, tigers suffered heavy losses. More details will follow. Search for Army Personnel in Wilpattu Wild Life Park - Anuradhapura, on 10 Mar The Anuradhapura area commander Lieutenant Colonel Jayantha Suraweera with Major P.D.F.A Jayaratne, Corporal Kapila Kumara and Private Suranga, the Officer in Charge of Wild Life, Mr Vasantha Pushpananda and trackers Mr. M.D Witharne, Kelum Jayawardena and Chandana Pradeep Navaratne had gone on duty in the morning to the Wilpattu wild life park. Since they had not returned, a search operation was launched to track them. Situation Report on 11th March 2007 Situation Report on 11th March 2007 Two STF officers killed in tiger claymore mine attack - Ampara, at 8:55 a.m. on 11 Mar LTTE Terrorists Detonated a claymore mine targeting an STF foot patrol in the Ampara- Kalmunai - Pandiruppu area today, (11) at 8.55 a.m. Two STF officers were killed in the incident. An injured officer was admitted to Ampara hospital. LTTE terrorists fire mortars at two villages and a STF camp - Ampara, at 1:20 a.m. on 11 Mar The LTTE terrorists fired mortars simultaneously at three targets Pillumalai, Badhirekka and Tampitiya in the wee hours on Sunday (11) at 1.20 a.m. The STF camp at Pullimalai came under LTTE mortar fire but no damage was reported. At the same time at 1.20 a.m., the LTTE targeted the area of Badhirekka and Tampitiya villages inhabited by innocent villagers indiscriminately with mortar fire damaging many houses. A mortar bomb slammed into the house of Nagoda Aracthige Rathumahathaya (60) killing him instantly and injuring Dayawathie (50) and two school children , a boy named H.M Siritunga (16) and the another H.M.D Siritunga (13). The Injured have been admitted to Ampara hospital. The LTTE terrorists in desperation after successive defeats who fled when Troops were advancing have once again resorting to the inhumane tactic of targeting villages with innocent civilians. Eight LTTE cadres killed by Security Forces in three incidents - Northeast, on 10 Mar Monitored LTTE radio communications indicate that the Security Forces killed eight (08) LTTE terrorists in direct combat on Saturday (10) in the Northeast. In Periyathampenai, Welioya, three (03) LTTE cadres were killed with no casualties reported by own troops. In Nagarkovil, Jaffna, the LTTE fired small arms, 60mm, 81mm mortars and artillery at troops at 12.30 p.m. Four (04) LTTE terrorists are known to have been killed when the Security Forces retaliated without any losses to own troops. A LTTE terrorist was killed at 1.40 p.m. when the LTTE attempted to launch an attack on the Security Forces in Sempimalai, Trincomalee. Three bags of explosives weighing two (02) kg each, three meters of detonating cord, and some electric and ordinary detonators were found in his possession. A search operation was launched thereafter. Troops find body of female LTTE cadre - Trincomalee on 10 Mar A search operation conducted by the army in the Welioya - Kokkutuduwai area on Saturday (10) recovered the body of a female LTTE cadre with a hand grenade and a communication set. The body has been handed over to the Pulmoddi Police who are conducting investigations. 42,027 Civilians have arrived from the Un-Cleared to the Government Controlled areas - Batticaloa, on 10 Mar Civilians who have escaped from the UN - cleared areas of Batticaloa due to LTTE harassment and in fear of their children being forcibly conscripted have arrived in the Government controlled areas in increasing numbers throughout Saturday (10th) totaling 2484 families consisting of 9910 civilians. These civilians are being accommodated either in the camps established for the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP's) or with their relatives. According to the statistics available, a total of 42,027 civilians have in the last few days arrived from the un-cleared areas of Batticaloa to the Government controlled areas. Situation Report on 12th March 2007. Situation Report on 12th March 2007. Arms recovered at Kuppilan in Jaffna - on 12th Mar 2007. Acting on civil information troops recovered the following items in Kuppilan, Jaffna yesterday (12) around 6 p.m. 10kg claymore bombers 02 Suicide belt 01 Remote censer 01 T-56 Ammunition 20 Remote control Device 01 At noon yesterday (12) acting on information given by a civilian, troops also recovered a haul of arms hidden by the LTTE. Navy transports civilians from Kankasanturai to Trincomalee - on 12th Mar 2007 Sri Lanka Navy transported about 1000 civilians today (12) from Kankasanturai to Trincomalee. By now the Navy transported civilians to and from Kankasanturai and Trincomalee is 11,086 Troops douse the fire and saves a child at Manoraj Junction in Jaffna - on 12th Mar 2007. Army troops who had noticed a house fire had doused the fire and saved a child of 04 years name Danushika (04) & later handed over to her parents. The home located on KKS road at Manoraj junction in Jaffna belongs to Muthukumar Indran. The troops having noticed the house on fire had immediately rushed to the spot and doused. The civilian population highly appreciate the action of the troops. Arms recovered at Kuppilan in Jaffna - on 12th Mar 2007 at 2.00 p.m Army troops were able to recover a haul of weapons and ammunition at Kuppilan today (12) around 2.00 p.m. they are as follows. Suicide Jacket - 01 Hand Grenades - 06 T-56 Weapons - 02 Magazines - 04 T-56 Bullets - 70 Uniforms - 02 Cyanide capsule - 01 Police commandos hit back at Pannalgama in Ampara - on 12th Mar 2007 around 10.00 a.m The Special Task Force launched retaliatory strikes against a LTTE mortar attack on one of its guard points in Pannalgama, Damana around 10.00 a.m. this morning (12) STF personnel didn't suffer any damages in the LTTE attack. In a separate incident the LTTE ambushed a STF truck with RPG fire in the area. No harm was reported to own troops. Army thwarts LTTE reconnaissance attempt on FDL at Muhamalai in Jaffna - on 12th Mar 2007 around 10.55 a.m On observation the Army attacked a LTTE reconnaissance team approaching towards the Security Forces Muhamalai forward defence line around 10.55 a.m. this morning (12). According to sources, one LTTE cadre had been killed in the attack. Tigers detonate claymore targeting Homeguards at Dutuwewa in Anuradhapura - on 12th Mar 2007 around 7.00 a.m The LTTE exploded a claymore mine targeting a group of Home Guards on a route clearing patrol duty in the Dutuwewa area in Kebithigollewa around 7.00 a.m. this morning (12). One Homeguard was killed in the attack. The Kebitigollewa Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 13 March 2007 Situation Report on 13 March 2007 Claymore mine defused in Vavuniya - at 12:23 p.m hours on 13th March Police have discovered a claymore mine deployed in Bandarikulam, Vavuniya this morning (13) around 9.30 a.m. Steps have been taken to defuse the bomb by the Army Bomb Disposal Squad. Abducted soldier's body handed over through ICRC - at 10:44 a.m hours on 13th March A soldier on duty on forward defence line in Periyathampalan in Mannar on 11 March had been missing and later tiger terrorists had handed over his body to the Army through ICRC on 12 March around 11.00 a.m. It has been confirmed that he had been abducted by terrorists while on duty. Tiger attack foiled in Trincomalee - at 10:33 a.m hours on 13th March Tiger terrorists attacked with small arms troops conducting a search operation in PANNANKULAM, TRINCOMALEE yesterday (12) around 6.00 p.m. Troops successfully retaliated and foiled the attack. Terrorists had fled. On a subsequent search operation following arms and ammunition were recovered in the area. T - 56 weapons 02, pouch 01, T - 56 magazines 05, T - 56 Ammunitions 90. Now it has been the practice of terrorists who are fleeing from the East where they suffered severe defeats to target troops with small arms. Arms recovered in Jaffna - at 06:24 a.m hours on 13th March Acting on civil information troops recovered the following items in KUPPILAN, Jaffna yesterday (12) around 6 p.m. 10 kg claymore bombers 02 Suicide belt 01 Remote censer 01 T-56 Ammunition 20 Remote control Device 01 At noon yesterday (12) acting on information given by a civilian, troops also recovered a haul of arms hidden by the LTTE. Mortar attack by LTTE - Vavuniya at 11:30 p.m on 13th Mar 2007 One soldier was injured due to mortar attack launched by the LTTE on the Forward Defence Line (FDLs) in Omanthai on Tuesday (13) around 11.30 p.m. The injured soldier was admitted to the General Hospital Anuradhapura for treatment. Communication set and amplifier recovered - Trincomalee at 1:00 p.m on 13th Mar 2007 Security Forces has apprehended a communication set (Incom) and an amplifier at the cordon and search operation conducted in the area of Mahallapattuwa in Trincomalee on Tuesday (13) around 1.00 p.m. Situation Report on 14th March 2007 Situation Report on 14th March 2007 LTTE Occupies Karadiyanaru Hospital - Batticaloa, on 14th Mar 2007 Intelligence sources revealed that the LTTE is now occupying the Karadiyanaru hospital in Toppigala amidst heavy casualties sustained due to air strikes and confrontations with ground troops during recent days. Intelligence warned of a build up of LTTE cadres in and around the Karadiyanaru hospital rising fears of civilians being forcibly held as human shields by the Tigers. Defence analysts warned that the LTTE may be planning a similar tactic like in Vakarai where they set up camp in the vicinity of the hospital in a bid invite retaliation by troops at the risk of civilians. During the humanitarian operation to free thousands of innocent Tamil civilians forcibly retained by the LTTE in Vakarai, pro Tamil Tiger media carried out a smear campaign alleging the Security Forces of shelling the Vakarai hospital. The hospital stands intact with no damages as charged by pro LTTE media and other International organizations LTTE hides hand grenades behind school - Trincomalee, at 10:00 a.m on 14th Mar 2007 On information received from a civilian, the Muttur Police recovered 8 live hand grenades hidden in the wilderness behind the Alachchena Muslim school around 10.00 a.m. today (14). The hand grenades had been concealed inside a bag. The Muttur Police are conducting further investigations. Air attack on LTTE gathering - Batticaloa, at 10:05 a.m on 14th Mar 2007 Sri Lanka Air Force MIG Fighter aircraft launched an air attack on a LTTE gathering in Irruppaikulam, Toppigala, today (14) around 10.05 a.m. Security Forces believe attack caused heavy damages to the terrorists. LTTE attack retaliated by Special Task Force in Kannagipuram - Ampara, at 6:05 a.m on 14th Mar 2007 A group of LTTE cadres have attacked STF foot patrol between the Palawa Junction and Amman Kovil closer to a bridge in Kannagipuram today (14) around 6.05 a.m. The attack was successfully retaliated by the STF and they found a dead body of a LTTE cadre a hand grenade and a photograph of LTTE leader. Akkarapattu Police are conducting further investigations into the incident. Mortar attack by LTTE - Vavuniya, at 11:30 p.m on 13th Mar 2007 One soldier was injured due to mortar attack launched by the LTTE on the Forward Defence Line (FDLs) in Omanthai on Tuesday (13) around 11.30 p.m. The injured soldier was admitted to the General Hospital Anuradhapura for treatment. Communication set and amplifier recovered - Trincomalee, at 1:00 p.m on 13th Mar 2007 Security Forces has apprehended a communication set (Incom) and an amplifier at the cordon and search operation conducted in the area of Mahallapattuwa in Trincomalee on Tuesday (13) around 1.00 p.m. Situation Report on 15 March 2007 Situation Report on 15 March 2007 Mortar attack by LTTE on Security Forces - Vavuniya on 15th Mar 2007 LTTE has launched a mortar attack on Omanthai west and suburbs from Pandiwirichchan today (15). A soldier was injured and has been admitted to the general hospital, Vavuniya. The Security Forces were also retaliated using artillery and no damages to by tigers were reported. 3696 Persons enter government controlled areas - Batticaloa on 15th Mar 2007 ON Wednesday (14th), 833 families consisting of 3696 persons entered the government controlled areas from the un-cleared areas of Batticaloa totaling 56,143. The Government with the Security Forces are actively engaged in providing the basic necessities as food, water and accommodation as well as safety and security for the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP's). Troops recover explosive devices, a mortar bomb & MBRL round - North & East, around 14:45 p.m on 15th Mar 2007 Search operations continued in the North by the Security Forces in the North an East on Wednesday (14). In Mawadi, Jaffna on information provided by a civilian, a hand grenade was recovered around 12.45 p.m. In Vavuniya the Security Forces recovered Nine (09) hand grenades in Periyathampani area and 172 Anti - Personnel mines from the Vavuniya - Vannakkulam area. In Kirimichchiya, Batticaloa, two (02) 81 mm bombs and a MBRL rocket was recovered. LTTE occupies Karadiyanaru Hospital - Batticaloa on 15th Mar 2007 Intelligence sources revealed that the LTTE is now occupying the Karadiyanaru hospital in Toppigala amidst heavy casualties sustained due to air strikes and confrontations with ground troops during recent days. Intelligence warned of a build up of LTTE cadres in and around the Karadiyanaru hospital rising fears of civilians being forcibly held as human shields by the Tigers. Defence analysts warned that the LTTE may be planning a similar tactic like in VAKARAI where they set up camp in the vicinity of the hospital in a bid invite retaliation by troops at the risk of civilians. During the humanitarian operation to free thousands of innocent Tamil civilians forcibly retained by the LTTE in Vakarai, pro Tamil Tiger media carried out a smear campaign alleging the Security Forces of shelling the VAKARAI hospital. The hospital stands intact with no damages as charged by pro LTTE media and other International organizations Police recover Arms /Ammunition on Civilian Information - Batticaloa around4:30 p.m on 15th Mar 2007 Vakarai Police on information received from civilian recovered a T 56 assault rifle, a T 81 assault rifle, three hundred (300) live rounds of T 56 ammunition, a hand grenade, and a cyanide capsule buried in the compound of Central College, Vakarai on Wednesday (14th) around 4.30 p.m. Vakarai Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 16th March 2007 Situation Report on 16th March 2007 03 LTTE cadres surrender - Batticaloa on 16 March Three LTTE cadres surrendered to the Security Forces on 16 March around 2:00 p.m. The three surendrees are the residents of Kokkaducholai and are aged 19, 23 and 27 years. During the recent weeks, a large number of LTTE cadres surrendered to the Security Forces. The main reason for this trend is their loss of confidence in the leadership. Tigers flee troop retaliation against mortar attack on Omanthai FDL in Vavuniya - on 16th Mar 2007. Troops launched retaliatory strikes against intense Tiger mortar attacks on the OMANTHAI forward defence line and the entry/exit point today (16) forcing the LTTE to withdraw towards MULLIKULAM and areas north of KIRISUDAN with heavy casualties. Intelligence sources confirmed that a large number of LTTE cadres had been killed and wounded in the retaliatory strikes launched by troops to counter the mortar bombardment by the Tigers form un-cleared areas during the past few days. Four soldiers were killed in the attack while another 12 sustained injuries. 6 more soldiers who sustained minor injuries have already rejoined troops after treatment. The others were admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital for treatment. Tiger terrorists have been attacking the Security Forces' Omanthai forward defences with mortars during the past few days. Situation Report on 17 March 2007 Situation Report on 17 March 2007 Troops recover Mortar bombs - Batticaloa, on 17 Mar Troops engaged in a search operation between 7 a.m. and 2:30 PM on Saturday (17) recovered two 81 mm mortar bombs and 129 T 56 live rounds in Madurankerni Kulam. LTTE terrorists fire at Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna at 1:10 a.m. on 18 Mar Troops conducting a foot patrol at the MUHAMALAI FDL'S today (18) at 1:10 am were fired at by LTTE terrorists. The LTTE terrorists fled when Troops retaliated . Four LTTE cadres surrender Batticaloa - at 05:55 a.m. hours on 17th March Four LTTE cadres have surrendered to the Army road barriers in Q junction in Chenkaladi, Batticaloa. These four surrendees had escaped the LTTE training camp at Koduwamadu yesterday (17) around 8.00 a.m. and surrendered around 2.30 p.m. on information received large LTTE from these surrendees, the troops raided armoury. The recovered arms and ammunition are 03 x T-56 weapons, 12 x T-56 magazines, 252 x 7.62 x 39 mm ammunitions and a large haul of explosives surrendees who are aged 20, 21, 19 and 18 have stated they are disgusted over the harassment in the camp. The surrender of the LTTE cadres is a clear indication of the current trend. Soldier killed in LTTE artillery/mortar attack in Jaffna - at 07:38 a.m. hours on 17th March LTTE terrorists fired artillery and mortars at the Nagarkovil and Muhamalai FDL'S on Friday (16th) from 3.20 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. The Army retaliated. One soldier was killed and another was injured in the incident. Four LTTE cadres surrender - at 2:30 p.m. Batticaloa at 8:00 a.m. on 17 Mar Four LTTE CADRES who had escaped from the LTTE training camp in Koduwamadu surrendered to the Army at the Q' Junction road barrier in Chenkaladi, Batticaloa around Troops raided an LTTE armoury on information revealed by them and recovered arms and ammunition consisting of 03 x T-56 weapons, 12 x T-56 magazines, 252 x 7.62 x 39 mm ammunitions and a large haul of explosives. The surrendees aged 18, 19, 20 and 21 had escaped due to the continuous harassment in the camp by the LTTE. The frequent surrender of LTTE cadres to the Security Forces clearly indicates the increasing harassment and demoralization in the organization. LTTE Continue To Fire Mortars At Omanthai FDL's in Vavuniya - at 03:40 p.m. hours on 17th March Since Friday (16th ), LTTE terrorists have fired mortars at the WEST Omanthai FDL's . Today (17th), the LTTE has continued to fire mortars at the FDL's from the Mulikulam AREA, NORTH OF Kirisudan . The total killed since Friday has increased from Four to Five (05) and the injured from 12 to 23. Troops have retaliated with Artillery and Mortar fire. It is reported that Seven LTTE terrorists are dead lying in front of the FDL's but many others are believed dead or wounded. Meanwhile the Security Forces have continued to keep open the Exit/Entry Omanthai Check Point. Troops on foot patrol retaliate to LTTE attack in Batticaloa - at 07:48 a.m hours on 17th March An army foot patrol was fired at by LTTE terrorists on Friday (16th) at 9.30 p.m. The Army retaliated. A T 56 assault rifle was recovered in the search operation which followed. The blood on the ground at the scene of the incident is a pointer to conclude that the LTTE sustained heavy casualties. No casualties to Troops. Situation Report on 18 March 2007 Situation Report on 18 March 2007 Three underage cadres surrender - Trincomalee at 1:30 p.m. on 18 mar Three underage persons who were abducted by the LTTE in February 2006 surrendered to the Muthur Police through the International Red Cross. The two young cadres said they were abducted in Sampur and were given military training in Panichchankerni and kadiraweli. In the confusion that ensued with the severe defeats suffered by the LTTE, they were able to escape. Muthur Police are marking investigation. Tiger terrorists killed - Trincomalee at 3:00 p.m. on 18 Mar While conducting a clearing patrol in Peraru area troops observed a LTTE gathering and fired at them causing heavy damages. During the search operation troops recovered two dead bodies of terrorists along with a T- 56 weapon. A soldier was killed in the confrontation. Heavy damages caused to LTTE Cadres - Batticaloa, on 18 Mar In the operations of the Army in consolidating its positions in Unmichchiya in Batticaloa violent confrontation had taken place causing heavy damages to the LTTE cadres. Two soldiers have died and six injured in the confrontation. Two female civilians Injured in LTTE Mortar Attack - Anuradhapura on 18 Mar Two women were injured when LTTE terrorists launched a mortar attack in Athawetunawewa in Anuradhapura today (18) around 7:15 p.m. One is a 15 year-old girl and the other 65 year-old woman. The girl's condition is serious and was admitted to Anuradhapura hospital The older woman is receiving treatment in Padaviya hospital. Attempts by LTTE to kidnap children from the Madhu IDP camp Mannar - on 18 March 2007 Tamil civilians who had left their homes due to LTTE harassment and in fear of their children being kidnapped for forcible conscription had been accommodated in the camp for the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) nearby the Holy Roman Catholic Shrine. According to parents in the IDP camp, the LTTE is preventing them in their efforts to prevent their children between the ages 12 - 18 years from being forcibly into their organization. LTTE Terrorists Fire at Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna at 18 Mar Troops conducting a foot patrol at the Muhamalai FDL'S today (18) at 1:10 am were fired at by LTTE terrorists. The LTTE terrorists fled when Troops retaliated . A soldier was killed and an injured soldier was admitted to Pallaly hospital. Situation Report on 19 March 2007 Situation Report on 19 March 2007 Two air strikes - Jaffna on 19 Mar 2007 Sri Lanka Air Force launched two strikes on identified LTTE targets in Chundikulam 09 km North of Chalai, today (19) morning. The targets were sea tiger bases. Before launching the air strikes terrorist movements were observed at the sea base. The first air strike was launched at 9.00 a.m. and the other at 12.00 p.m. Two air strikes were launched after carefully identifying the terrorist targets. Tigers explode claymore targeting Elite Cops - Batticaloa around 9:10 a.m on 19 Mar 2007 The LTTE blasted a claymore mine targeting a STF foot patrol near the Mankadu, Kattapilleyar Kovil around 9.10 a.m. today (19). No harm was reported to STF troops. The STF personnel who came under the LTTE claymore mine attack are attached to the Settipalama camp in Batticaloa. The LTTE has blasted over 170 claymore mines targeting the security forces since December 2005. 6 Soldiers injured in Unnachchi confrontation - Batticaloa on 18 Mar 2007 6 Soldiers sustained injuries in Confrontations in the Unnachchi area yesterday (18) increasing the total number of injured to 12 so far. Intelligence sources confirmed that troop retaliation has caused massive losses to the LTTE. Suspected LTTE attack injures four civilians - Vavuniya at 8:50 a.m on 18 Mar 2007 Suspected LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade inside a house in Bandarikulam injuring four civilians around 8.50 a.m. last night (18). Among the injured are an elderly woman, two men and a 16 year old youth. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. Exodus from Un-cleared areas Continue - Batticaloa on 18 Mar 2007 1091 people of 257 families entered cleared areas from LTTE active areas of Kaththankuda, Periyaporathivu and Kanthimale yesterday (18). With the latest arrival figures the total number of people arrived in cleared areas in Batticaloa have risen to 60,287. The government with the assistance of the Security Forces is providing these displaced people with basic necessities upon their arrival. Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 20th March 2007. Claymore mines found and defused at Kovilkulam in Vavuniya - on 20th Mar at around 9.15 a.m Troops had recovered 02 claymore mines in Kovilkulam, Vavuniya today (20) around 9.15 a.m., each weighing 07kg. The Army Bomb Disposal Unit defused the bombs. Terrorists shot dead at Nagarkovil in Jaffna - on 20th Mar 2007 A tiger terrorists who had attempted to trespass the Forward Defence Line (FDLs) of Nagarakovil, Jaffna was shot dead by the troops. It is believed that he had attempted to observe the Forward Defence Line. Situation Report on 21 March 2007 Situation Report on 21 March 2007 Over 30 civilians injured in LTTE mortar attack - Eastern sources on 21st Mar 2007 LTTE mortar attacks from Thoppigala targeting Army camps in Kumburumalai, Black Bridge and Mavedivembu areas in Batticaloa has killed a woman of 63 years and injured 32 civilians including 8 children, eastern sources said. Reports reaching Colombo earlier reveled that one civilian was killed and another 14 were injured in the LTTE mortar attack. However, latest reports have confirmed that 32 civilians including children have been injured in the LTTE attack. The LTTE launched intermittent mortar attacks on Army camps in Batticaloa since 00.40 a.m. this morning (21). Troops retaliated with mortar fire forcing LTTE cadres to flee leaving behind dead bodies and weapons. Eight bodies of LTTE cadres including that of a female cadre were recovered by Troops. According to intelligence sources, the Tigers have suffered heavy casualties in the retaliation by troops. Intelligence reveals that LTTE cadres had fled towards Thoppigala with a considerable number of wounded cadres. Troops on a subsequent search operation recovered the following Six T 56 assault rifles 2000 live rounds of ammunition One LMG One RPG with four rounds Two claymore mines Five hundred and fifty MPMG rounds Five Booby traps trapped with hand grenades Three 40 mm bombs One belt order Two pouches Three GPMG links. STF arrests fuel truck bound for LTTE - Vavuniya around 10:45 a.m on 21st Mar 2007 Elite cops arrested three tiger suspects and a truck bound for un-cleared areas with 10500 liters of diesel at a security check point near the Puravasakulam hospital along the Vavuniya-Mannar main road around 10.45 a.m. last Monday (19). The STF suspects that the truck would have been heading towards the LTTE active Vedithalathivu area. The Tiger accomplices didn't possess a license for the transportation of fuel at the time of the arrest. The arrests were made by STF personnel attached to the Kurukkalpudukulam camp. Kfir jets pound LTTE artillery positions - Batticaloa around 10:30 a.m on 21st Mar 2007 Air Force Kfir Bombers raided two identified LTTE artillery positions south of Vavunathivu around 10.30 a.m. today (21). These air strikes were launched to provide combat air support to ground troops engaged in consolidating their positions in the area. The Air Force confirmed that the air strikes were successful. Army foils LTTE infiltration bid on northern FDL - Jaffna around 4:00 a.m on 21st Mar 2007 Troops foiled an LTTE infiltration attempt On The Muhamalai forward defence line by killing five LTTE cadres around 4.00 a.m. this morning (21). Dead bodies of five LTTE cadres were seen ahead of the security forces FDL, troops confirmed. Security Forces also believe that a large number of LTTE cadres would have sustained injuries in the pre-emptive strikes. Eight LTTE bodies recovered by Security Forces - Batticaloa on 21st Mar 2007 The LTTE fired 81mm and 120mm mortars from the Thoppigala area at four Army camps in Batticaloa from 00.40 a.m. to around 5.30 a.m. today (21). The Security Forces retaliated with Artillery and MBRL fire. In a search operation that followed, Troops recovered Eight LTTE bodies. According to LTTE communication intercepts, over 12 more LTTE bodies were taken away by the fleeing LTTE terrorists and over 30 are reported injured. An LTTE area leader identified as "Kandan" is also reported killed. The LTTE mortar fire also killed a civilian and injured 14 others who are being given medical attention by the Security Forces. The Security Forces also attacked LTTE cadres setting up Claymore mines and IED's to cut off reinforcements of the Security Forces .These were cleared and defused by Troops. Two LTTE truck transporting explosives in the un-cleared areas had been destroyed due to Security Forces fire. Four soldiers killed by LTTE mortar fire - Batticaloa around 00:40 on 21st Mar 2007 On Wednesday (21) around 00.40 a.m., four (04) soldiers were killed and fourteen (14) were injured including three seriously, when LTTE terrorists fired mortars at the Kumburumulla, Mavedivembu, and Black Bridge Army camps in Batticaloa. Troops retaliated with Mortar fire. Eight LTTE bodies including that of a female were recovered by Troops. According to LTTE communication intercepts, over 30 LTTE cadres were seriously injured and were being taken to Toppigala area. Six T 56 assault rifles with 2000 live rounds of ammunition , a LMG, a RPG with four rounds, a claymore mine , 550 MPMG rounds and three GPMG links were also recovered. Meanwhile 14 civilians were also injured including three seriously due to LTTE mortar fire LTTE Grenade Attack Fails - Jaffna around 12:45 p.m on 20th Mar 2007 LTTE Terrorists failed in their attempt to launch a grenade attack on an Army foot patrol in Velvettitithurai around 12.45 p.m. on Tuesday (20) as the grenade failed to explode. Troops retaliated and in the search operations which followed a hand grenade, a bicycle and a motor cycle were recovered. Meanwhile at Gurunagar in a search operation conducted by troops on Tuesday (20) around 10.20 p.m. a hand grenade and a communication set was recovered. Situation Report on 22nd March 2007 Situation Report on 22nd March 2007 Home Guard killed in LTTE small arms attack at Thambalagamuwa in Trincomalee - on 22nd Mar 2007 at 12.45 p.m A Home Guard on duty at the 6 - Ella point detachment providing security to the villagers in Thambalagamuwa was killed in an LTTE small arms attack around 12.45 p.m. today (22). The Home Guard was attached to the Gamunu Police guard point in Thambalagamuwa. A search operation is on in the area. Three soldiers injured in LTTE claymore mine explosion at Pompeimadu in Vavuniya - on 22nd Mar 2007 at 9.30 a.m LTTE terrorist targeted an Army tractor in the Pompeimadu area on the Mannar- Vavuniya Road today (22) around 9.30 a.m. by detonating a Claymore mine. Three soldiers were injured and admitted to Vavuniya hospital. The Security Forces have launched a search operation in the area. Cop succumbs to injures at Salambakulam in Vavuniya - on 22nd Mar 2007 at 7.10 a.m The Police constable who sustained injuries in the LTTE small arms attack at Salambakulam succumbed to injuries after admission to the Vavuniya hospital today (22). LTTE terrorists fired small arms at a Police party at Salambakulam in Vavuniya on Thursday (22) at 7.10 a.m. A Policeman sustained injuries in the attack. The LTTE terrorists fled when the Police retaliated. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations Situation Report on 23 March 2007 Situation Report on 23 March 2007 Over 20 Tigers killed in Mannar /Vavuniya Area - on 23 Mar Troops launched attacks on identified Tiger terrorist targets who are using civilians as 'human Shields' since Friday morning (23) in Mannar and Vavuniya districts. Civilians who have been continuously held against their wishes in the un-cleared areas are now escaping from Tiger custody and are attempting to enter the areas under the control of the Security Forces due to the unbearable harassment. On Friday morning the Tigers forcibly turned back at the entry/ exit point the vehicles transporting food to the un-cleared areas. Civilians who attempt to enter the cleared areas from the un-cleared areas are also forcibly prevented to do so with total disregard for the welfare of their own people. In the confrontation on Friday (23) and this morning (24) a total of 20 terrorists were reported killed and a large number were injured. Nine (09) soldiers were reported killed and 46 were wounded, in action since the fighting began on Friday (23) until Saturday morning (24). Three of the wounded are in a critical condition. Troops have retaliated to the continuing Tiger artillery and mortar attacks. Contraband apprehended in Mannar on tip off - Mannar, at 7 p.m. on 23 Mar Contraband, motorcycle accessories and a stock of medicine while being ready to be transported to un-cleared area in two wooden boats in the guise of fishing boats was apprehended by naval troops at around 1900 hrs on 23rd March about one kilometer westward of Pallimunai in Mannar. Acting on information received by the Navy, troop's carried out a sudden raid in the said area and two wooden boats with three persons who had loaded the contraband were seized. The apprehended items along with the persons were handed over to Mannar police. Civilian tip-offs avert disaster - Jaffna / Trincomalee - at 10:00 p.m. on 23 Mar In Tambalagamuwa, Trincomalee, a tip-off from a civilian led the troops to the recovery of a claymore bomb weighing 10KG, 250 G of C4 explosives, 13 large and small batteries, 02 M detcords, 04 x 9 mm bullets, along with a remote controller and a camera. Six terrorists killed in retaliation - Batticaloa on 23rd March 2007 Six tiger terrorists were killed when the troops retaliated their attack on road clearing patrol in Unnachchi, Batticaloa, this morning (23) . It is believed that a large number of terrorists were wounded. There are no casualties among troops. Naval troops haul of arms - Trincomalee on 23rd March 2007 Acting on information received from a civilian source, Naval troops were able to recover following items in Illupulkumam, Nilaveli, Trincomalee today morning (23). 01 x Claymore Tripod 17 x Detonators 03 x T-56 Magazines 127 x T-56 Ammunition 01 x T-56 Weapon Flexible Wire 16 meters 01 x 2 KV Generator 03 x Welding Equipment 01 x Remote Controller 01 x Detonator Cords 01 x Insulated Cord 03 x Sauce Pan Sets Terrorist vehicles taken into custody - Jaffna around 9:00 a.m on 23rd March 2007 Troops took into custody two three-wheelers and a van in Navathurai, Jaffna during a search operation in addition to the explosives recovered today (23) around 9.00 a.m.. The vehicles were confirmed to have been used by LTTE terrorists. Tamil civilians from uncleared areas enter government controlled areas in Wanni due to LTTE threats - Mannar / Vavuniya on 22nd March 2007 On Thursday (22), 51 civilians consisting of 34 males and 17 females from the Un cleared areas of Vilakulam entered Irana Iluppaikulam Area controlled by the Security Forces. These civilians have revealed to the Security Forces that they left their traditional homes due to continuous harassment by the LTTE terrorists as they are forced to work in the construction of bunkers and work sites. Further they were stationed as a human shield and have deployed LTTE heavy weapons in the close proximity of villages. Tigers have used these heavy weapons to fire at Security Forces stationed in the Forward Defence Lines. Troops are in the process of necessary measures to neutralize these threats. They also state they live in constant fear as the LTTE extorts money for what they say is the "Final War". However, their greatest fear is that their children will be forcibly recruited into their organization as "child soldiers". Civilians state that many others especially from the areas of Muththimuruppu, Siththmalayankattu and Palamottai un-cleared areas will enter the Government controlled areas soon to escape from the iron grip and harassment of the LTTE. Troops recover explosives from jaffna - on 23rd March 2007 On information received from a civilian, troops recovered the following explosives from a lorry parked in front of a house in Navanthurai around 9.00 a.m. today (23) One suicide jacket Two explosive charges One bottle of cyanide powder Two satellite phones Three remote controllers One large claymore charger Eight small claymore chargers Four communication set One Nokia phone charger 20 code sheets Meanwhile troops located a large cache of weapons and medicine in the Annakottai area yesterday (22) Security Forces recover weapons/ accessories and large stock of medical items - Jaffna on 22nd March 2007 On information received from a civilian the Security Forces recovered on Thursday (22) the following items from the Annakoddai area. One RPG A micro pistol 25 live rounds of 9mm A 9 volt battery 350 grams of C 4 explosives A miniature UZI magazine Two communications sets fitted with Improvised Explosive Device (IED's). In a further search of the area Troops recovered 118 syringes 30 items of I.V. An assortment of about 1100 drugs 66 bottles of medicine 25 bottles of saline A large stock of other medical items. Two LTTE infiltrators shot dead - Jaffna around 6:30 p.m on 22nd March 2007 Two LTTE terrorists attempting to infiltrate into the FDL's in Nagarkovil were shot dead by Troops on Thursday (22) around 6.30 p.m. Eleven LTTE terrorists shot dead on Omanthai FDL's - Vavuniya at 10:45 a.m on 22nd March 2007 On Thursday (22) at 10.45 a.m. Troops observed two motor cycles moving in the FDL's of West Omnathai. Later, Four (04) LTTE terrorists were killed when Troops attacked with small arms and mortars. Once again in the same area around 5.45 p.m. Troops on duty on the Omanthai FDL'S observed a tractor with LTTE terrorists and Seven (07) LTTE terrorists were killed with small arms and mortars. Situation Report on 24 March 2007 Situation Report on 24 March 2007 Two terrorists killed - Jaffna, on 24 Mar Army troops launched an attack on two tiger terrorists who had infiltrated into the Forward Defence Line for observations at noon in Muhamalai, Jaffna. The two terrorists were killed. LTTE Infiltrator Shot Dead - Jaffna at 8:05 a.m. on 24 Mar Troops fired small arms at an LTTE terrorist attempting to infiltrate into the Muhamalai FDL'S. Troops report that the body of the LTTE cadre who attempted to infiltrate into the Muhmalai FDL's is lying opposite the FDL. Suicide bomber kills himself and a soldier - Jaffna, at 10:40 a.m. on 24 Mar A person had attempted to observe the Army Guard Point near Sivam Kovil in Jaffna and had run away when Troops pursued to catch him. He then exploded himself killing a soldier and injuring two others. A civilian was also injured in the incident. The explosion would have resulted in a larger loss of life had the LTTE suicide bomber exploded himself in the midst of a large gathering of people. The action of the alert soldiers prevented such a calamity. Civilian information averts disaster - Jaffna, at 10:50 a.m. on 24 Mar Troops on information received from a civilian recovered a 10 kg Claymore mine, One Hundred and Fifty live rounds ,one detonator and a 9 volt battery from a scrub jungle in Kiranaveli in Jaffna . Troops are conducting a search operation in the area. Suspicious items taken into custody - Vavuniya, at 12:30 p.m. on 23 Mar An Army roadblock in Pulliyadi, Irrakkan in Medawachchiya - Mannar road took a lorry into custody and arrested three suspects in Murrunkan. Troops recovered on checking the vehicle 8000 pen torch batteries, 100)blue coloured plastic barrels and one 1500 poly-sack bags. It is suspected that these items were being taken to the Un- cleared areas for use by the LTTE terrorists. Murunkan Police are conducting investigations. Another recovery of arms - Jaffna, at 2:00 p.m. on 24 Mar Troops were able to recover during a search operation conducted subsequent to a tip-off from civilian sources, a cache of weapons hidden near the Jumnafer Church, Jaffna. The cache contained 01 x T56 weapon, 01 x Hand Grenade and a Suicide Kit. Troops on information on received from a civilian recovered a 10 Kg claymore mine, 150 live rounds of ammunition one detonator and nine volt battery along with a remote controller and a camera from a scrub jungle in Kiranveli in Jaffna. Situation Report on 25 March 2007 Situation Report on 25 March 2007 Explosives recovered in Batticaloa - at 20:33 p.m hours on 25th March During a humanitarian demining operation conducted throughout Saturday (24) in Kovil Kudiiruppu, BATTICALOA troops recovered following explosives. 02 x MBRL Project tiles 01 x 81 mm Mortar bombs 03 x RPG Bombs Army to hand over six LTTE bodies to the ICRC in Ampara - at 12:00 p.m hours on 25th March Arrangements Have Been Made to hand over the six bodies of LTTE terrorists recovered by the ARMY on Saturday (24) to the ICRC today (25) around 1.00 p.m. The six bodies are to be handed over by the Army at the Ampara hospital. Two harassed LTTE cadres surrender to Army in Batticaloa - at 11:50 a.m hours on 25th March Two LTTE terrorists surrendered to the Army in Unnichchiya on Saturday (24). They have informed that they surrendered to the Army due to harassment by LTTE cadres. LTTE fire mortars at troops in Mannar - at 08:05 a.m hours on 25th March LTTE terrorists fired mortars at Troops in Periyakulam area, Mannar at 9.35 p.m. on Saturday (24). Troops retaliated. Reports indicate that the LTTE sustained heavy casualties. One soldier was killed in the incident. Three injured soldiers were admitted to Anuradhapura hospital. Situation Report on 26 March 2007 Situation Report on 26 March 2007 Ex-LTTE female cadre killed in Batticaloa - at 21:04 p.m hours on 26th March Tiger terrorist pistol gang yesterday (25) around 7.00 p.m. abducted a woman named Kandaiah Krishnakumari a resident of Manikka Pilleyar Road, Batticaloa in a van and shot dead. A brother-in-law of the deceased had complained to the police that she had been an LTTE cadre but had left the organization 3 years before. Two SLAF personnel killed in road accident in Wirawila - at 20:57 p.m hours on 26th March An officer, senior non commissioned officer of the Sri Lanka Air Force were killed and four others were critically injured when their Jeep overturned at a culvert at Welihatte between HAMBANTHOTA and Wirawila yesterday (25) at dawn. Army hands over bodies of LTTE cadres to ICRC in Ampara - at 10:46 a.m hours on 26th March The Sri Lanka army handed over 6 bodies of LTTE cadres to the ICRC at AMPARA hospital around 10.30 a.m. this morning (26). Two Tiger Cadres Killed in STF Retaliation in Ampara - at 09:47 a.m hours on 26th March Police commandos retaliated against an LTTE small arms attack killing two tiger cadres around 7.00 p.m. in the Sangamankanda area last night (25). Situation Report on 27 March 2007 Situation Report on 27 March 2007 Air Force pounds LTTE positions on 27 Mar 2007 at 2:00 p.m Around 2.00 P.M. today, Israeli built Kfirs and Russian MIG 27 bombers destroyed LTTE artillery and mortar potions in Thoppigala, Batticaloa and in Suddaipiddi, North of Mannar. Air Force bombers also hit a LTTE intelligence base in Kanagarayakulum, north of Pulliyankulam in Vavuniya today (27) around 2.00 p.m. Last morning (26) around 11.00 a.m. Kfir and MIGs ground attack aircraft pounded a LTTE sea Tiger base in Wellamkulam, north of Mannar and a Tiger base camp in Thibilikulam, Mullaithivu around 5.00 p.m. Remote control claymore mine defused - Jaffna on 27 March 2007 at 10:10 a.m A remote control claymore mine was recovered by troops who were on road clearing at manthuwil, jaffna today (27) around 10.10 a.m. The arrangements are being made to defuse it by the troops of the Army Engineering Unit. Five terrorists killed in retaliatory fire - Jaffna on 27 March 2007 Intercepted LTTE communication channels have revealed that five tiger terrorists were killed and 11 injured in the retaliation fire by the troops when they tried to infiltrate the Forward Defence Line at Nagar Kovil/Muhamalai, Jaffna yesterday (26). In the subsequent search operations following items were recovered. 01 x T-81 weapon 01 x magazine Vigilance prevents disaster - Batticaloa on 27 March 2007 at 7:15 a.m Five civilians were killed and 17 were injured when the suicide cadre who came in a tractor exploded himself today (27) around 7.15 a.m. The suicide mission had targeted the Chenkaladi Army camp, Batticaloa. The ill-fated tractor which carried 200 kgs of explosives had blown to pieces leaving the engine thrown approximately 50 metres from the scene. Three soldiers were killed and one, injured in the blast. The vigilance shown by the three soldiers prevented a disaster. A child, an inmate of the orphanage close by too was wounded and admitted to hospital. The LTTE terrorists who suffered severe setbacks in the recent humanitarian missions conducted by the Security Forces have in desperation resorted to cowardly suicide attacks of this type disregarding the safety of the civilian population. Three terrorists killed - Jaffna on 26 March 2007 around 6:00 p.m Three tiger terrorists who attempted to infiltrate the Forward Defence Line at Nagar Kovil, Jaffna were shot dead by troops, yesterday (26) around 6.00 p.m. Suicide tractor exploded - Batticaloa on 27 March 2007 around 7:15 a.m A suicide tractor had attempted to forcibly enter Chenkaladi Army camp today (27) around 7.15 a.m. Sentry who was on alert at the road block fired at the tractor. The tractor had exploded beyond the road barrier. As a result 04 civilians were killed and 05 were injured. Two soldiers were killed and two were injured. Two Police constables too were injured. The alertness of the sentry had prevented a injured disaster. Arms found on a search - Vavuniya on 27 March 2007 Troops on foot patrol having observed suspicious persons launched small arms fire. Suspicious persons had fled leaving their motorcycle. 02 T-56 weapons, 02 magazines with 60 ammunitions and 20 kg high-powered explosives were recovered during the subsequent search. A cordon and search operation is in progress in search of the terrorists. Military items found - Jaffna on 26 March 2007 around 8:00 p.m Acting on information from a civilian source, troops were able to recover following items hidden in an abandoned house in Nallur, Jaffna yesterday (26) around 8.00 p.m. * Disposable RPG 01 * Satellite telephone 01 * Claymore remote controller 02 * 9 V batteries 02 Terrorists flee - Trincomalee on 26 March 2007 around 12:45 p.m Yesterday (26) around 12.45 p.m., troops had observed a LTTE gathering and launched mortar and artillery attack LTTE terrorists fled the area. On a subsequent search operation, 02 T-56 weapons, 02 tents and a stock of foodstuffs were recovered. Soldier killed - Batticaloa on 26 March 2007 around 9:00 p.m LTTE terrorists launched a mortar attack on a foot patrol near the black bridge area in Batticaloa yesterday (26) around 9.00 p.m. One soldier was killed in the attack. MBRL projectiles recovered - Batticaloa on 26 March 2007 A de-mining squad of the Army yesterday (26) recovered 02 Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) projectiles in Arukarkuda, Sittandi, Batticaloa. Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 28 March 2007 Police retaliates against tiger small arms attack in Vavuniya - at 16:38 p.m hours on 28th March Police retaliated against a LTTE small arms attack targeting a police bunker in the Settikulam area around 2.25 a.m. this morning (28). Two LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation in Mannar - at 08:33 a.m hours on 28th March Two tiger terrorists were killed when Troops conducting a foot patrol retaliated when fired at by LTTE terrorists on Tuesday (27) at 4.30 p.m. North of Giant's Tank. Troops recover mortar bombs and RPG rounds in Batticaloa - at 08:16 hours on 28th March Troops continuing de- mining operations to clear the area for resettlement recovered a MBRL projectile, two 81 mm mortar bombs and two RPG rounds on Tuesday (17) in Chullithivumunia. Tiger grenade attack on petrol shed in Batticaloa - at 08:10 a.m hours on 28th March Two policemen on duty and four civilians were injured when LTTE terrorists attacked the Ariyampaththi Petrol shed on Tuesday (27) at 7.20 p.m. Situation Report on 30 March 2007 Situation Report on 30 March 2007 Terrorist suspect arrested - Vavuniya around 8:10 a.m on 30th March 2007 A tiger terrorist suspect was arrested by the troops who conducted a cordon and search operation in Nelukkulam area in Vavuniya today (30) around 8.10 a.m. The following arms and ammunition were taken into custody, found in his person. 01 x Micro Pistol 01 x Hand grenade 01x Cyanide capsule 01 x Motor cycle The suspect was handed over to the Vavuniya Police for investigation. More air strikes: tiger on the run - Mullaittivu around 1:30 p.m on 29th March 2007 A tiger terrorist military base at mullaitivu, Puthukkudiyiruppu was destroyed when the Sri Lanka Air Force launched air strikes yesterday (29) using kfir fighter aircraft around 1.30 p.m. Sri Lanka Air Force launched an air strike at a sea tiger base at Chalai, Mullaithivu using MIG fighter planes today (30) around 9.15 a.m. Also today (30) around 2.30 p.m. an air strike destroyed a LTTE mortar gun position located at Karadiyanaru in Batticaloa. Sri Lanka Air Force confirm that with the help of sophisticated technology, the air strikes were successfully launched. Five soldiers killed in tiger claymore attack - Vavuniya at 12:20 p.m on 30th March 2007 LTTE terrorists targeted a tractor carrying meals to troops on duty today, (30) at 12.20 p.m. in Parayanakulam. Five soldiers were killed in the incident. An injured soldier was admitted to Vavuniya hospital. Troops are conducting a search operation in the Area. Eight civilians killed and six injured by tiger mortar fire - Batticaloa at 7:30 p.m on 29th March 2007 LTTE terrorists fired mortars at Siththandy and Morakottanchenai in Batticaola at 7.30 p.m. on Thursday (29) from the Un-cleared areas of Thoppigala area killing 08 civilians and injuring 06 others which included 03 children. The injured civilians were admitted to Batticaloa hospital with the support of the Security Forces. LTTE terrorists have fired mortars continuously into civilian areas and yesterday (29) they also fired into civilian areas in the Padawiya area. Further details will follow. Situation Report on 30 March 2007 Situation Report on 30 March 2007 Terrorist killed in retaliatory fire - Batticaloa around 6:15 p.m on 31 April 2007 Tiger terrorists attacked troops on foot patrol with small arms fire at Vavunativu West in Mailawadduwan today (31) around 6.15 p.m. they fled in the face of retaliation by troops. In subsequent search, troops found the dead body of a terrorist and one T 56 weapon. No damages are reported to troops. Air strike on sea tiger base - Mullaittivu at 12:30 p.m on 31 April 2007 Sri Lanka Air Force Fighter Jets launched an air strike today (31) at 12.30 p.m. at a clearly identified sea tiger base Kadaikadu in North of Chalai. Claymore explosion - Batticaloa around 4:10 p.m on 31 April 2007 STF personnel was killed and another injured when the vehicle which they were traveling was blasted with a claymore mine by the Tiger Terrorists today (31) around 4.10 p.m. The incident took place at Thayankuda between Kalwanchikudi and Kovil Junction, Batticaloa. The injured personnel was admitted to Batticaloa hospital. A search operation is in progress in the area. Two Soldiers wounded in blast - Vavuniya around 1:15 p.m on 31 April 2007 Two soldiers were injured when an army vehicle hit a land mine at Thawasikulam, Vavuniya today (31) around 1.15 p.m. The wounded were admitted to Vavuniya hospital. A search operation is in progress. Police recover explosives/live rounds on civilian information - Trincomalee at 7:30 a.m on 31 April 2007 The Police on information received from A civilian recovered from the Thambalagamuwa and Bharathipuram Area today (31) at 7.30 a.m. the following items. One Claymore Mine One RPG round 750 live T 56 rounds 29 feet of detonator cord. Tigers target STF route clearing patrol - Ampara on 31 April 2007 LTTE terrorists detonated a Claymore mine targeting an STF route clearing patrol from their Kalmunai Telecommunications guard post to the public market this morning (31) in Kalmunai injuring an officer. He was admitted to Kalmunai hospital. A search operation has been launched by the STF in the area. Situation Report on 01st April 2007 Situation Report on 01st April 2007 Tamil youth shot dead by LTTE at Kirudavil area in Jaffna - on 01st Apr 07 at 7.15 p.m The LTTE shot dead Malingam Thavarasa (26) in the Kirudavil area around 7.15 p.m. today (01). Civilians help troops to locate hand grenades hidden by the LTTE at Uduppidi in Jaffna - on 01st Apr 07 at 11.45 a.m On information received form a civilian, troops recovered a S.F.G 87 type hand grenade from an abandoned house in Uduppidi around 11.00 a.m. today. Meanwhile information from a civilian also lead troops to recover another K 400 type hand grenade from an abandoned house in Navala road near the Browns junction around 11.45 a.m. today. Civilian help averts another claymore blats at Karuvankerni in Batticaloa - on 01st Apr 07 On information received from a civilian, troops recovered a 4 kg claymore mine set to target troops in the Karuvankerni area today evening. The claymore mine was later defused by the Army bomb disposal unit. Troops recover two more claymore mines at Settikulam in Vavuniya - on 01st Apr 2007. Troops recovered two more claymore mines during the search operation launched following the claymore mine attack targeting soldiers in Setikulam today (01). With the latest recoveries the total number of claymore mines recovered by troops following today attack has risen to three. Today (01) during the search operation, troops recovered one claymore mine from the area. Army repulse LTTE small arms attack at Palaimodai in Vavuniya - on 01st Apr 07 at 7.00 am The Army retaliated against a LTTE small arms attack on a foot patrol in Palaimodai around 7.00 a.m. today. One soldier sustained injuries in the attack. A search operation is on in the area. LTTE shot dead two political activists at Kirunawukulam in Vavuniya - on 01st Apr 07 afternoon. LTTE shot and killed two male members of a political party at Kirunawukulam in the afternoon today (01). They were admitted to Vavuniya hospital with gunshot injuries and later succumbed to injuries. This incident shows the LTTE practice of eliminating political dissent. Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations. Air Force attacks LTTE mortar positions and Sea Tiger Base at Omanthai in Vavuniya - on 01st Apr 07 around 4.30 a.m. In the wee hours of today (01), the Sri Lanka Air Force used MI 24 helicopters to neutralize LTTE Mortar positions forward of the Omanthai FDLS' that were employed to fire mortars at the Security Forces. Meanwhile around 4.30 a.m. today (01), Air Force jet fighters pounded a Sea Tiger base in Kirinchchi in the north of Mannar LTTE target troops by detonating a claymore mine at Settikulam in Vavuniya - on 01st Apr 07 at 8.25 a.m LTTE terrorists exploded a claymore mine targeting troops conducting a route clearing patrol today (01) around 8.25 am in the Setikulam area injuring a soldier A Claymore mine was recovered in a search operation which followed the incident. Situation Report on 02nd April 2007 Situation Report on 02nd April 2007 LTTE Attack on water bowser at Medawachchiya in Vavuniya - on 02nd Apr 07 at 3.00 p.m LTTE terrorists attacked a bowser transporting water to a Police post in 09 sector on Mannar - Medawachchiya road in MURUNKAN Police area today (02) around 3.00 p.m. One Policeman was injured and was admitted to Anuradhapura hospital. Police and STF are conducting a cordon & search operation in this area. Bomb rips through passenger bus killing over 12 in Ampara - on 02nd Apr 07 at 12.10 p.m Around 15 people are feared dead and over 18 injured in a bomb blast that ripped though a Ampara-Badulla passenger bus near a road block close to the Konduwattuvana tank in Ampara around 12.10 p.m. today (02). According to hospital sources around 18 injured civilians were brought to the AMPARA hospital. The Security Forces suspect that the bomb would have been placed inside the bus by the LTTE to deliberately target civilians. Situation Report on 03rd April 2007 Situation Report on 03rd April 2007 LTTE intensifies attacks against Sinhalese - Vavuniya around 5:45 p.m on 03rd April 2007 Intensifying terror attacks against civilians, the LTTE opened fire at a group of ethnic Sinhalese bathing in the Mahamailankulam tank in Vavuniya around 5.45 p.m. this evening (03). A civilian who sustained injuries in the LTTE small arms attack was rushed to the Vavuniya hospital and later transferred to the Anuradhapura hospital, field sources said. Home Guards deployed for the security of villages rushed to the scene on hearing cries for help. A home guard who also sustained injuries in the attack was taken to the Vavuniay hospital. Home Guards refrained from retaliating due to the presence of civilians in the area. This latest attack on civilians comes on the heels of the brutal massacre of six Sinhalese relief workers by the LTTE in Mailambaveli, Eravur on Sunday (01) and the bomb attack on a passenger bus in Konduwattuvan, Ampara yesterday (02). During the last 48 hours the LTTE has killed 22 civilians, mostly Sinhalese. LTTE terror attacks have also injured another 28 civilians in Ampara, Batticaloa and Vavuniya. STF guns down two members of the elusive tiger pistol group - Ampara around 3:20 p.m on 03rd April 2007 Police Commandos gunned down two members of the LTTE Pistol Group who shot and injured a STF Sergeant on duty in the Kalmunai town around 3.20 p.m. today (03). Two LTTE pistol group riders who opened fire at STF personnel on duty at the Kalmunai town, 24 km from Ampara attempted to flee the area when Police commandos hunted them down recovering the pistol. The injured STF Sergeant succumbed to his injuries after admission to the Kalmunai hospital. The LTTE's pistol group that has been closely working with their intelligence arm has been elusive in their operations so far. Pinning them down was a challenge to the Security Force as they were highly mobile and disguised as civilians. The LTTE's pistol group has been widely used by the Tigers to eliminate Tamil politicians opposed to them, military intelligence officers, Tamil intellectuals and religious heads. However, the STF was successful in pinning them down today (03) with their weapon. Two terrorists killed in retaliatory fire - Vavuniya around 7:40 p.m on 02nd April 2007 Tiger terrorists launched a small arms attack on a army foot patrol in Pudukulam, Vavuniya yesterday (02) around 7.40 p.m. The troops retaliated. On the subsequent search operation 02 LTTE dead bodies, 02 T-56 weapons, 01 GPS, 01 radio set, 09 detonators, 05 magazines, 125 T 56 ammo, 02 pouches 07 metres of det cord, 07 rifle slings, 02 cyanide capsules, 05 pen torches and 01 field dressing, 01 pack were recovered. The dead LTTE terrorists had been clad in uniforms Arms and ammunition found - Trincomalee around 12:20 p.m on 03rd April 2007 Acting on information received from a civilian, troops conducted a search operation in Palampatar Trincomalee and found following arms, ammunition and equipment yesterday (02) around 12.20 p.m. 210 x 60 mm mortar bombs. 07 RPG ammunition 2000 MPMG ammunition packed in 04 boxes 173 x 16 mm mortar fuses 180 x 60 mm cartridges packed in 06 boxes 05 x 40 mm RPG chargers. Arms & equipment found - Batticaloa around 6:30 p.m on 03rd April 2007 Acting on information from a civilian source troops conducted a search operation in Kadiraweli, Batticaloa and found arms and equipment yesterday (02) around 6.30 p.m. 02 Claymore mine (one weighing 12 kg and the other 18 kg.) 06 Radio sets 01 Rod antennas 42 Dog tags Situation Report on 04 April 2007 Situation Report on 04 April 2007 LTTE intensifies attacks against Sinhalese civilians in Vavuniya - at 11:51 a.m hours on 04th April The home guard who was injured on Tuesday (03) at 5.45 p.m. near MAHAMAILANKULAM, VAVUNIYA due to an LTTE terrorist attack succumbed to his injuries in the early hours of today (04). On civilian information troops recover fifteen seventy liter barrels in Mannar - at 09:58 a.m hours on 04th April On information received from a civilian troops recovered from the PALLIMUNAI AREA in MANNAR on Tuesday (03) at 7.30 p.m. fifteen (15), seventy (70) liter barrels hidden in the scrub jungle. Troops recover uniforms and accessories on civilian information in Jaffna - at 09:57 a.m hours on 04th April On Information received from a civilian troops recovered from the SEERUVILAN Area on Tuesday (03) at 2.10 p.m. four pairs of Army uniforms, two helmets, a pairs jungle boots, a LTTE type jacket, and a ammunition pouch. Three LTTE Terrorists Killed in Muhamalai FDL's Jaffna - at 09:48 a.m hours on 04th April Troops fired back when LTTE terrorists launched an attack at the FDL's in Muhamalai on Tuesday (03) at 5.45 p.m. Three LTTE terrorists were killed in the incident. LTTE terrorist shot dead at road block in Jaffna - at 09:39 a.m hours on 04th April Troops fired at two LTTE terrorists who attacked the Army road block at Meesalai, Jaffna on Tuesday (03) at 4.15 p.m. and attempted to run away. LTTE terrorist arrested with two grenades in Batticaloa - at 09:14 a.m hours on 04th April An LTTE terrorist in possession of two SFG hand grenades was taken into custody by Troops at the Morokottanchenai road block in ERAVUR, Batticaloa on Tuesday (03) at 2.20 p.m. He has been handed over to the ERAVUR Police for further investigations. Situation Report on 05 April 2007 Situation Report on 05 April 2007 Apprehension of a Can Filled with Explosives and weaponry Items - Jaffna around 1:00 on 05th of April 2007 A Search and operation was conducted by the Security Forces ahead of the forward defence line in Kilali and found a can filled with 15 kg explosives. Meanwhile, in a cordon and search operation conducted by the Security Forces in Sarasalai area in Jaffna today (05) around 1.00 p.m. under mentioned weaponry items were recovered by the troops. One Claymore mine 10kg One T-81 weapon Three Magazines 700 T-56 Ammunitions One S-85 Laser weapon Three S-85 Laser weapon magazines Four villagers shot dead by LTTE terrorists - Polonnaruwa at 9:30 a.m on 05th of April 2007 The details of the victims who were shot dead by LTTE 9.30 a.m. today (05) are as follows. 1. Sampath Bandara Wijesinghe -16 yrs 2. Don Ravindra Wijesinghe - 26 yrs 3. Gallage Upali Jayalath - 35 yrs 4. Karunarathne Arunapura - 32 yrs Two hand grenades were found - Anuradhapura around 1:00 p.m on 05th of April 2007 On information received from a civilian two "Arul" type hand grenades were found rapped with a Polythine cover under the Malwathuoya bridge today (05) around 1.00 p.m. The grenades were handed over to Army for defuse. Anuradhapura Police are conducting further investigations. Four villagers shot dead by LTTE terrorists - Polonnaruwa around 9:30 a.m on 05th of April 2007 LTTE terrorists shot dead a group of Sinhalese villagers when on their way to sell paddy in Nidanwela area 17 kilometers from Aralaganwila around 9.30 a.m. It is reported that four villagers have been killed in the incident. Further details will follow. Troops recover ten kg claymore mine on information from civilian - Negombo around 11:00 a.m on 05th of April 2007 Today (05), on information received from a civilian, Troops recovered a 10 kg Claymore mine from a boutique in Wattala around 11.00 a.m. Five persons were taken into custody and handed over to the Wattala Police for investigations. Three LTTE terrorists shot dead by army in Muhamalai - Jaffna around 12:40 p.m on 05th of April 2007 The Security Forces fired at three LTTE terrorists who attempted to infiltrate the Muhamalai FDL'S on Wednesday (04) around 12.40 p.m. Troops recovered from a dead terrorist a T 56 assault rifle and a magazine, two anti - personnel mines, an anti - tank mine and a GPS. LTTE communications confirm that three LTTE cadres had died in the incident. Situation Report on 06 April 2007 Situation Report on 06 April 2007 Navy destroys an LTTE suicide craft- Baththalangunduwa around 11:00 a.m on 06th April 2007 Sri Lanka Navy Inshore Patrol Craft (IPCs) this morning confronted with an LTTE suicide boat in Baththalangunduwa Sea. According to the naval sources, the LTTE suicide craft which had come along with another four LTTE boats was destroyed by the Naval IPCs around 11.00 a.m today (06). The confrontation was occurred when the IPCs on patrol, intercepted the five LTTE boats at a location 5 nautical miles off Baththalangunduwa, North Western coast of the Island. One sailor suffered minor injuries and one of the three naval IPCs participated for the battle was slightly damaged. The remaining four LTTE boats have managed to escape towards Silawathura area, the naval sources said. According to the latest reports there were two LTTE cadres were observed onboard the destroyed suicide craft. The four remaining boats were also pursued and attacked by the naval units. However, the damages caused to terrorists onboard the fleeing boats are not yet known. Curfew Hours in the North - Jaffna Curfew Hours Will Be Effective From Thursday (05), Friday (06), Saturday (07), and on Sunday (08) from 8.00 p.m. to 4.00 a.m. on Monday in the North and NOT FROM 6.00 pm to 5.00 am. The news curfew hours are to facilitate all those belonging to the Christian Faith to engage in their religious observances. LTTE limits access to 'Water'; looming Humanitarian catastrophe in IDP shelters- Mannar on 06th April 2007. Reports quoting fleeing IDPs from the Thadchan'aamar'uthamadu un-liberated area stages an urgent humanitarian intervention both locally and internationally to stop a relentless humanitarian catastrophe perpetrated by the LTTE un-noticed to the external world. An NGO aid worker who refused to compromise the identity having access to these zones under strict LTTE regulations confirmed a grim atmosphere with a soaring humanitarian crisis. "I was astonished to witness such deteriorating state of life and negligence for the people who were majority Tamils. Most of the IDPs in pocket camps are being forcibly dragged out especially the youth and the underage children. Whilst, the underage children mostly around ten to thirteen years of age, were being dragged for military training; women and elderly people were forced to work long fatigue hours, digging trenches and bunkers for the terrorist outfit". Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 07 April 2007 Troops retaliated on LTTE small arms fire in Vavuniya - at 21:11 p.m hours on 07th April Tiger terrorists launched a attack on foot patrolling troops in IRUNA Iruppaikulam area in VAVUNIYA today (07) around 12.35 p.m. Troops retaliated. Explosion damages eight shops in Batticaloa - at 19:48 p.m hours on 07th April A bomb was exploded opposite the Maraliyas Textile shop on Central road, Batticaloa yesterday (06) around 10.55 p.m. The explosion caused extensive damages to eight shops in the bazaar. Hand grenade attack in Vavuniya - at 18:36 p.m hours on 07th April Tiger terrorists hurled a hand grenade at Ambawate Police post in Vavuniya, wounding two Police Constables today (07) around 4.45 p.m.. Civilians enter cleared areas citing LTTE harassments in Mannar - at 16:22 p.m hours on 07th April 14 people entered pallimuna From LTTE active Vedithalathivu area citing harassments by the Tamil Tigers this morning (07), naval sources in pallimuna said. Navy recovers LTTE weapons and ammunition in Trincomalee - at 12:20 p.m hours on 07th April On information received from a civilian, the Navy recovered the following weapons and ammunition during a search operation in the ILLUPPAIKULAM area yesterday (06) LTTE blasts claymore mine targeting civil bus in vavuniya - at 11: 55 a.m hours on 07th April 5 Men, 1 Women and an army soldier is among the 7 killed in the LTTE claymore mine attack in VAVUNIYA this morning (07). 6 women, 18 men and two girls are among the injured, reports reaching COLOMBO confirmed. LTTE claymore mine targeted a passenger bus - at 09:37 a.m hours on 07th April Tiger terrorists attack against passenger bus kills 07 civilians and injuries another 26 in VAVUNIYA. More details will follow. Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 08 April 2007 Mortar attack in Vavuniya - at 18:50 p.m hours on 08th April LTTE terrorists have targeted a mortar attack at Cross Loading roadblock at OMANTHAI, VAVUNIYA today (08) around 2.25 p.m. Tiger terrorists rob Jewellery worth Rs 300,000 from a hamlet; shoot a high tension transformer in Batticaloa - at 18:30 p.m hours on 08th April Eight armed tiger terrorists who raided a hamlet called Sadahussain in ERAVUR yesterday (07) around 7.30 p.m. had robbed at gunpoint jewellery worth Rs 300,000/= from the inmates and had fled. LTTE detonated claymore mine targeting army foot patrol in Jaffna - at 13:23 p.m hours on 08th April LTTE terrorists targeted an army foot patrol today (08) around 12.00 o'clock by detonating a claymore mine in Pandetheruppu area. More civilians escape from tiger harassment in Ampara - at 07:59 a.m hours on 08th April On Friday (06) evening, a family of six consisting of three males and THREE females arrived from the un-cleared area of VEDITHALTHIVU to PLALLIMUNAI, MANNAR to escape from the continuous ..... Three LTTE bodies and five t 56 rifles recovered after confrontation in Batticaloa - at 07:57 a.m hours on 08th April LTTE terrorists FIRED at an Army foot patrol on Saturday (07) evening in RUKAM AREA. The LTTE terrorists fled abandoning Five T 56 assault rifles, and Three Bodies of their cadres when Troops retaliated. Situation Report on 09th April 2007 Situation Report on 09th April 2007 Hand Grenades Found - Anuradhapura, at 06:30 a.m. on 09 Apr On a search operation conducted by troops at Welioya - Anuradhapura following items were recovered. 02 Hand grenades, 01 wire cutter The hand grenades were defused by troops. Police Recovers a Micro Pistol and a Hand Grenade - Vavuniya, at 08:00 a.m. on 09 Apr Police recovered a hand Grenade, a Micro Pistol and 8 rounds of ammunition during a search operation launched following a LTTE attack targeting a police route clearing patrol in Poorwarasakulam. LTTE cadres fled the scene amidst police retaliation, reports reaching MCNS said. The hand grenade was later defused by the STF. Situation Report on 10th April 2007 Situation Report on 10th April 2007 20 Burnt to Death, 40 Injured - Galle, at 06:15 a.m. on 10 Apr Twenty Persons were burnt to death and about forty injured when a Colombo-bound bus collided with a Container truck transporting beer in Induruwa area in Kosgoda. The driver of the container truck was among those killed. The injured were rushed to Balapitiya, Induruwa and Bentota Hospitals. Kosgoda Police are conducting investigations. Mortar Attack - Vavuniya, at 11:32 a.m. on 10 Apr LTTE terrorists launched a Mortar attack at the entry- exit point in Omanthai, on A-9 route in Vavuniya. One soldier was killed and 03 others were injured in the attack. The injured were rushed to the Vavuniya hospital. Due to the attack Omanthai entry-exit point has been temporarily closed. Soldier killed and 4 others injured by LTTE mortar attack - Vavuniya around 2:30 p.m. on 10th April A Soldier Killed and four others were injured by mortar attack launched by LTTE on front defence line at Mullikulam in Vavuniya. The attack was retaliated by the security forces engaging the heavy armament and LTTE radio communication confirms 20 LTTE cadres have been killed at the retaliation. Tigers fire small arms at Police road block - Vavuniya around 08:55 p.m. on 10th April 2007 LTTE terrorists fired small arms at the Kurumankadu Road level crossing Police Road Block in the Vavuniya Police division. The LTTE terrorists fled when the Police retaliated. The Army and the Police conducted a search operation. No damages were reported by the Police. 10 Kg claymore mine recovered - Vavuniya around 10:30 p.m. on 10th April 2007 An Army foot patrol attacked a group of LTTE terrorists when they were seen setting up a Claymore mine in Tharanikulam, in the Nekllukkulama area. The LTTE terrorists fled. A 10 kg Claymore Mine was recovered in a search operation which followed. Situation Report on 11th April 2007 Situation Report on 11th April 2007 Two dead in rival group shooting - Vavuniya around 05:17 p.m. on 11th May Unidentified gunmen shot dead two people near the Muniappar Kovil in Pandarikulam around 05:17 p.m. In a subsequent search operation troops recovered the following: 02 x Magazines 02 x Hand Grenades 02 x 40 mm Grenade Launcher rounds Sources suspect that the two dead people are LTTE members. An elderly woman who got caught between the crossfire sustained injuries. She later succumbed to her injuries, latest reports from Pandarikulam revealed. Situation Report on 12th April 2007 Situation Report on 12th April 2007 Another brutal killing by LTTE at Awaranthulawa in Vavuniya around 04.45 p.m on 12th Apr 2007. Six women and a man were shot dead by the LTTE at Awaranthulawa Village in Vavuniya yesterday (12) around 04.45 p.m. Several others were also injured in the incident. The Settikulam Police are conducting further investigations. Sources reveal that this incident by the LTTE terrorists was to provoke a confrontation on the eve of the coming Sinhala and Hindu New Year Festive Season. No response from LTTE to re-open a- 9 at Omanthai in Vavuniya on 12th Apr 2007 The Omanthai Entry / Exit Point on the A-9 highway was closed temporarily due to LTTE mortar fire on 9th and 10 April. On Wednesday (11) ICRC representative ISHF Aqkhan met senior officials of Wanni Security Force to disuses the reopening of A- 9 highway. The Security Forces maintained that all Security arrangements and facilities will be made available to re-open the A-9 highway. However the ICRC representative informed that there has been no response from the LTTE. Due to this situation the A-9 highway remains closed. Situation Report on 13th April 2007 Situation Report on 13th April 2007 Civilians handover LTTE tax collector to the Army at Chunnakkam in Jaffna on 13th of Apr 2007 Villagers of Chunnakkam, Jaffna detained Sandarapillai Rathikumar (28), a LTTE tax collector and handed him over to the Army this morning (13). According to reports from Jaffna, Sundarapillai Rathikumar alias "Ruban" had come to Chunnakkam to collect a sum of Rs. 200,000 for the LTTE. Omanthai Exit/Entry point will re-open from 1.00 p.m. today on 13th Apr 2007 Interaction between the security forces and the 'ICRC' representatives enabled the Omanthai Exit/Entry point to be re- opened with effect from 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. today (13). The Omanthai Entry/Exit Point was closed by the Security Forces due to the continuous LTTE Mortar fire directed at it on the 9th and 10th of April. The Re-opening of Omanthai is to enable civilians to move freely and obtain their necessities for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year Festive season.Tigers Damage High Voltage Transformer - Batticaloa, at 7:45 p.m. on 13 Apr LTTE terrorists fired at a High Voltage transformer on Bawunri road, Chenkaladi. Police investigations reveal that there are SIXTY FIVE (65) bullet marks on the damaged transformer. Five civilians including toddler shot dead by tigers - Batticaloa, at 8:15 p.m. on 13 Apr A group of LTTE terrorists took out a family from their home in Kanapathipillenagar, in Chenkaladi and shot them. Three of the occupants which included a toddler died on the spot. The injured were admitted to Batticaloa hospital of whom one succumbed to injuries. The details of the dead are - 1. Infant S.M. Sudarshan (male) aged three (03) years 2. Ms Sendavan Selvi (15 years) 3. Wallipuram Rathnasingham (male) aged sixty (60) years 4. Nadarasa danislas (male) aged twenty seven (27) years 5. G. Suresh (male) aged twenty two (22) years The bodies are at Eravur hospital Eravur Police are conducting investigations. Another body has been recovered from the scene of the incident on 14th morning. Situation Report on 14 April 2007 Situation Report on 14 April 2007 Tigers damage high voltage transformer - Batticaloa on 14th April 2007 around 7:45 p.m. LTTE terrorists on Friday (13) night around 7.45 p.m. fired at and damaged a High Voltage transformer on Bawunri road, Chenkaladi. Police investigations reveal that there are sixty five (65) bullet marks on the damaged transformer. Five civilians including infants shot dead by tigers - Batticaloa on 13th April 2007 around 8:15 p.m. A Group of LTTE terrorist On Friday (13) around 8.15 p.m. took out a family from their home in Kanapathipillenagar, in Chenkaladi area in the Police area of Eravur and shot them. Three of the occupants which included an infant died instantly. ` Another body has been recovered from the scene of the incident today (14) morning. The injured were admitted to Batticaloa hospital of whom one succumbed to injuries. The details of the dead are - 1. Infant S.M. Sudarshan (male) aged three (03) years 2. Ms Sendavan Selvi (15 years) 3. Wallipuram Rathnasingham (male) aged sixty (60) years 4. Nadarasa danislas (male) aged twenty seven (27) years 5. G. Suresh (male) aged twenty two (22) years The Dead are at Eravur Hospital ERAVUR Police are conducting investigations. The civilians still live in fear of their own lives as well as those of the children. The LTTE terrorists still claim to be the "sole representatives of the Tamil people". However, they have still not discarded their old self defeating tactics of killing innocent civilians including infants although they belong to their community. Situation Report on 15 April 2007 Situation Report on 15 April 2007 Tiger's hijack fishing boat at gunpoint -Mannar on 15th April 2007 at 11:30 a.m. Tigers terrorized K. Ganesh Raja, a fisherman of Shanthipuram road and stole his fishing boat and engine at gunpoint around 11.30 a.m. yesterday (14). Mannar police are conducting further investigation LTTE abduct young trishaw driver - Vavuniya on 15th April 2007 at 7:30 p.m. A father of a 21 year old trishaw driver lodging a complaint with the Murunkan Police said that his son was abducted by the LTTE yesterday (14). According to Police reports, Jesuratnam Roshan (21) a resident of Peedarikulam, Vavunia had been abducted by the LTTE along with his three-wheeler around 7.30 p.m. yesterday. Jesuratnam's trishaw was located by the Police this morning. Murunkan Police are conducting further investigation TMVP member shot dead by tigers - Batticaloa on 14th April 2007 at 3:15 p.m. Tiger terrorists shot dead a member of the TMVP office, Chenkaladi on Saturday (14) around 3.15 p.m. Eravur Police are conducting investigations. Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 16 April 2007 Communication equipments apprehended by the security forces in Batticaloa - at 20:07 p.m hours on 16th April A search operation was launched by the security forces in RUGAM area in BATTICALOA today (16) and under mentioned items were apprehended. Youth killed by unidentified gunman in Vavuniya - at 07:43 a.m hours on 16th April A 21 year youth was shot dead by group of unidentified gunman in GANESHAPURAM area around 9.15 p.m. yesterday (15). The Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations. More recoveries by troops in Trincomalee - at 07:41 a.m hours on 16th April Troops on search operation in Kumburupiddi, Tincomalee yesterday (15) around 5.00 p.m. recovered following items. 02 x Generators (5.6 kv & 2 kv) 115 x Food Cans Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 17th April 2007 Youth shot by tigers at Uppuveli in Trincomalee - around 7.00 p.m on 17th April 2007 On Tuesday (17) around 7.00 p.m. LTTE terrorists threatened a twenty (20) year old youth in Uppuveli and shot him He has been admitted to Trincomalee hospital with leg injuries. The Youth had left the Hospital in fear the LTTE terrorists may come back to shoot him Troops recover eight kilo claymore mine at Madduvil area in Jaffna - around 5.45 p.m on 17th April 2007. An Army foot patrol in Madduvil area, Jaffna on Tuesday (17) around 5.45 p.m. recovered a eight (08) kg Claymore mine and two (02) meters detonator cord. Fighter jets bomb tiger training camp at Wattappalai in Mulaithivu - around 9.45 a.m on 17th Apr 2007. Fighter jets of the Sri Lanka Air Force bombarded an identified LTTE training camp in Wattappalai, south of Puthukudirippu around 9.45 a.m. this morning (17). The air raid inflicted severe damages to the LTTE training facility, the Air Force confirmed. Following the air attack, the LTTE Samurdhi officer shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Pothuvil in Ampara - around 8.15 a.m on 17th Apr 2007. Unidentified gunmen shot dead Weerasingham Sudargam (31), the Samurdhi officer of the Pothuvil Ampara area while he was riding a bike from Komari towards Pothuvil around 8.15 a.m. today (17). Latest reports reveal that he had been shot dead using a T-56 weapon at a location known as Urani. Pothuvil Police are conducting further investigations. Two civilians killed by LTTE at Kovilduduiruppu in Batticaloa - around 1.00 a.m on 17th Apr 2007. Two civilians, Mutiayha Paskaran (27) and Suppam Rasamani (58) were shot dead by Tiger terrorist today (17) around 01.00 a.m. at Kovilkuduiruppu in Batticaloa. Batticaloa Police are conducting investigations. Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 20 April 2007 Body of LTTE cadre who committed suicide handed over in Mannar - at 21:01 p.m hours on 20th April The Army handed over the body of the LTTE cadre who committed suicide by swallowing cyanide to the ICRC at the Mannar Town camp today (20). 3 LTTE suspects from Thoppigala arrested with hand grenades in Batticaloa - at 20:41 p.m hours on 20th April Troops arrested three LTTE suspects in Siththandi when three hand grenades were found hidden in their traveling bags around 11.00 a.m. this morning (20). LTTE intensifies attacks against fishermen in Mannar - at 20:38 p.m hours on 20th April Intensifying atrocities against fishermen, armed sea tiger cadres attacked a group of fishermen in the seas off Silavathurai and stole their boats and out board engines this morning (20), naval sources said. Troops recover large cache of explosives and ammunition in Batticaloa - at 18:56 p.m hours on 20th April Troops on a search operation recovered 4 fiberglass containers consisting of 64 T-56 ammo boxes carrying 48,000 rounds and 1000 anti personnel mines (AP mines) in the Weppuwattuwan area, 3 kilometers west of Karadiyanaru this evening (20). UAV makes an emergency landing in Pulmudai - at 14:52 p.m hours on 20th April An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) flying in the Pulmoddai - Kokillai area made an emergency landing due to a technical fault in the Kokillai - Pulmoddai area today (20) around 11.30 a.m. as directed by the Air Force Control Room. Combat Jet Aircraft Inflict Heavy Casualties and Damages to Tiger Training Camp in Jaffna - at 10:43 a.m hours on 20th April On thursday (19) at 10.00 p.m. air force fighter jet on combat air patrol targeted a LTTE training camp in Periyapachchapalai in Jaffna. Army recovers fifteen barrels of 210 liters of diesel in each in Mannar - at 08:26 a.m hours on 20th April The army recovered on thursday (19), fifteen barrels each containing two hundred and ten (210) Liters of diesel hidden in Mannar town. Army recovers a haul of weapons / documents / grenades / accessories in Jaffna - at 08:09 a.m hours on 20th April Army Troops conducting a search operation in Thanankilappu on Thursday (19) at 10.30 a.m. recovered THREE T-56 assault rifles with THREE magazines and a Mobile telephone. Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 21 April 2007 Another abducted fisherman escapes from the LTTE in Mannar - at 21:21 p.m hours on 21st April S. Kumar Kandan (21) abducted along with four others by the LTTE last Wednesday (18) managed to escape them and surrender to the Army at Narivillukkulamm around 8.00 a.m. this morning (21). Kumar Kandan was among the five fishermen abducted by the LTTE from the Neruvilukulam seas last Wednesday (18). Army foot patrol recovers huge cache of AP mines in Batticaloa - at 19:20 p.m hours on 21st April An Army foot patrol recovered 32 anti personnel mines and 22 fuses used to detonate them from the Puththapuri area around 9.00 a.m. this morning (21). Civilian killed and two injured by tiger claymore mine in Batticaloa - at 13:22 p.m hours on 21st April The STF conducting a search operation in the Kathankudi area Today (21) at 9.05 a.m. was targeted by a LTTE terrorist Claymore mine. Retaliator fire kills four tigers Vavuniya - at 10:46 a.m hours on 21st April Tiger terrorists on friday (19) around 12.45 fired at an Army foot patrol in the area of the West Villachchiikulam FDL's. Sea tigers attempt to kidnap Silavathurai fishermen in Mannar - at 09:59 a.m hours on 21st April On Friday (19) LTTE tigers forcibly took away 13 boats fitted with 25 HP Outboard Motors. Two soldiers killed in landmine blast in Polonnaruwa - at 07:24 a.m hours on 21st April A tractor carrying soldiers deployed for a search operation was hit by an old land mine buried some time ago by the LTTE in Thrikonamadu, Welikanda around 5.00 p.m. yesterday (20). Tigers Fire Mortars At Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna on 24 Feb Situation Report on 22 April 2007 Navy Recovers LTTE Arms and Ammo - Mannar on 22 Apr Acting on information received from a civilian the Navy recovered the following during a search operation launched in the Pesalai area. T-56 weapon - 1 Magazines - 4 T-56 ammo - 118 rounds. Missing Fisherman's Body Found - Puttlam, at 9:00 a.m. on 22 Apr The body of the fisherman who went missing following the LTTE attack on a group of fishermen in the Silavathurai seas last Friday (20) was recovered from the Baththalangunduwa seas around 9:00 a.m. His remains are currently at the Kalpitiya hospital mortuary. Tigers Fire Small Arms At Police Bunkers - Mannar, at 11:45 p.m. on 22 Apr LTTE Terrorists fired small arms at two Police bunkers in Police zone nine (09) in MURUNKAN at 11:45 a.m. Another Fisherman Loses His Livelihood as Tigers Take Away His Boat - Mannar on 22 Apr Logging a complaint with the Mannar Police today (22), a fisherman stated that the LTTE threatened him and stole his boat and engine while he was fishing in the seas south of Mannar last Friday (20). He had reported to the Police that the attackers were dressed in LTTE uniforms. Situation Report on 24 April 2007 Situation Report on 24 April 2007 Fisherman escapes from LTTE custody - Mannar on 24th April 2007 around 04:45 p.m. Several Fishermen have been abducted by the LTTE on last 18th when they were fishing in Mannar Sea. One of the fishermen of them Allen Rude has escaped from the LTTE custody and reported to Nerivilkulam area on 23rd around 04.45 p.m. STF personnel recover mines and accessories - Ampara on 24th April 2007 around 10:00 a.m. Special task force personnel conducting route clearing patrol in Thangavelayudapuram area recovered under mentioned mines and accessories around 10.00 a.m. on Monday (23). 01 - 15kg T.N.T Pressure mine 01 - 15kg T.N.T Square type land mine 03 - Anti personnel mines 04m of Detonator cord Tiger terrorists have concealed the above mines in the area in order to use them to target Security Forces personnel operating in the area. LTTE female child soldier surrenders to the Security Forces - Batticaloa on 23rd April 2007 around 3:30 p.m. On Monday (23) around 3.30 p.m a LTTE female child soldier from the un-cleared areas surrendered to the Security Forces in Siththandy. She revealed that she was trained in a female training camp identified as "Panchchimarchani" in the Toppigala area. She also has stated that she escaped and surrendered to the Security Forces as the LTTE had sustained a severe defeat in the Toppigala area. She has been identified as Ms. V.B Shandani (15) and a resident of Sandaveli area. Eravur Police are conducting investigating. Five killed & thirty five injured by LTTE claymore mine explosion - Vavuniya on 23rd April 2007 around 9:50 p.m. LTTE terrorists on Monday (23) around 11.30 p.m. targeted a civilian passenger bus which had left Mannar around 9.50 p.m. by detonating a Claymore mine fixed beside the Mannar -Medawachchiya road near the 33 km post in the Menik Farm area. Three civilians died instantly while two others succumbed to their injuries on admission to hospital totaling five dead in the explosion Thirty five (35) passengers including seven (07) children were injured. In a claymore mine explosion over three weeks earlier, on Saturday (07) around 7.30 a.m. near the 28 km post on the Mannar - Vavuniya road near Parayanakulam, LTTE terrorists targeted a civilian passenger bus by exploding a claymore mine which killed six men including a solider, and a female. Five were killed instantly. Twenty six were injured including eighteen males, six females and two girls. They were admitted to Settikulam hospital. One died in hospital making the total seven dead. Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations. LTTE claymore mine targets another bus transporting civilians - Vavuniya on 23rd April 2007 around 11:30 p.m. Tiger terrorists exploded another passenger bus killing around 03 civilians and injuring around 37 at Manik Farm in the Mannar-Madawachchiya road around 11.30 p.m. yesterday (23). The passenger bus was heading to Colombo from Mannar. The injured were rushed to the Settikulam hospital. Situation Report on 25 April 2007 Situation Report on 25 April 2007 Tigers flee in desperation leaving the dead in Mannar - at 19:51 p.m hours on 25th April A tiger attempt to shell the Security Force position in the East of Madu area in Mannar was retaliated by the Army troops forcing the tigers to flee in disarray with over dozens of their dead cadres left behind today (25). Sporadic shelling at the Security Force positions in Mannar and Omanthai areas by the tigers had been a routine practice along the Vanni FDLs since of recent times. Whilst conducting desperate shelling along the FDLs the tigers are used to hold the Tamil civilians around their gun positions so as to form a human shield which forces the security Forces to abstain from retaliating. Two home guards succumbed to death due ltte claymore mine attack in Ampara - 14:06 p.m hours on 25th April A claymore mine was exploded by the LTTE aiming at the foot patrol team consists of STF personnel and Home Guards in Bakmitiyawa, Meerahala area today(25) around 8.30 a.m. Situation Report on 26th April 2007 Situation Report on 26th April 2007 Senior LTTE Leader Killed in Attack - Mannar, on 26 Apr Two tiger cadres were killed when troops on a patrol launched an attack targeting a LTTE cab in the MADU area ahead of the Security Forces' Mannar-Vavuniya forward defence line last in the evening hours. A senior LTTE leader is reported to be among the dead. Air Force activates air defence system on an information about a suspicious LTTE air craft at Katunayake - at 10:45 p.m. on 26th Apr 2007. On an information about a suspected LTTE air craft coming from north, Air Force personnel at Katunayake Air Force base activated the Air Defence System. But no air craft move or attack occurred. During this period the Katunayake International Air Port was temporarily closed for civil air craft movement. Now the air port is functioning as normal. Air attack launched by SLAF at Killinochchi - at 7.15 a.m on 26th Apr 2007 An air attack was launched by the SLAF fighter air craft on an identified gathering location of LTTE leaders in the East of Kilinochchi today (26) around 7.15 a.m. Situation Report on 27th April 2007 Situation Report on 27th April 2007 Three Sailors Killed in Confrontation - Trincomalee, on 27 Apr Sailors on a patrol who detected a LTTE movement in the Kuchchiweli area launched a small arms attack against them this morning. According to sources, the attack had inflicted severe damages to the LTTE. Three sailors were killed in the confrontation. A search operation by the Navy is currently in progress in the area. Civilians Help Army to Recover Specialized Rifle - Mannar, at 10:15 a.m. on 27 Apr On information received from a civilian the Army unearthed a high precision rifle from a jungle area in the Vankalai area around 10:15 a.m. Troops also recovered 2 magazines and 30 rounds of live ammunition. This rifle which is 3 feet of length has the capability to mount nigh vision aids. The Army suspects that this 8.88 mm sniper rifle would have been hidden by the LTTE to target troops during night time. This is the first instance that the Army has recovered such a high precision rifle with specialized night vision optics. Situation Report on 28th April 2007 Situation Report on 28th April 2007 LTTE roadside bomb kills soldier - Vavuniya around 5:30 p.m on 28th April 2007 The LTTE blasted a claymore mine targeting an Army foot patrol in the Varikuttuur area around 5.30 p.m. this evening (28). Two soldiers who sustained injuries in the attack were rushed to the Anuradhapura hospital. One soldier succumbed to his injuries after admission to the hospital. Civilians help police to recover weapons - Vavuniya around 11:00 a.m on 28th April 2007 Acting on information received from a civilian, Police recovered the following from a shrub area in Mamaduva around 11.00 a.m. this morning (28). One T-56 weapon 234 rounds of T-56 ammunition Four T-56 magazines One combat harness The Police officers who recovered the weapons and ammunition were attached to the Mamaduva Police post. Fisherman shot dead by LTTE - Jaffna around 10:15 on 28th April 2007 Today (28), around 10.15 a.m. a fisherman from Parsiyoor, Jaffna who went to sea was targeted by the LTTE terrorists from Pooneryn. He died on admission to hospital. The sea area is open for fishing, but the LTTE terrorists still resort to the crime of killing civilians. Massive search operation in Colombo - Colombo on 28th April 2007 The Army and the Police conducted a search operation in the Colombo area today (28) from 07.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. 4 Tamil persons and 12 others wanted for offences were arrested. Meanwhile in the entire operation 16,500 persons and 9000 vehicles were searched. Another LTTE youth surrenders to Army - Mannar at 7:00 a.m on 27th April 2007 A LTTE youth (24) surrendered to troops at the Army road block in Adampan, Murunkan on Friday (27) at 7.00 a.m. The youth was a resident of Karaveddy, Jaffna but was at the Katte Adampan LTTE camp at the time he surrendered. He has been identified as No 1613, Sivarasa Selvaruban but in the LTTE was known as Kadiraneelavan. He has stated that he left the LTTE as he was under severe harassment and pressure and that the LTTE is facing defeat by the Security Forces. Murunkan Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 29th April 2007 Situation Report on 29th April 2007 Naval troops gunned down Kayts LTTE leader in Jaffna - at 10.30 a.m on 29th April 2007 On receipt of an information from civilians, naval troops conducted a cordon search operation in Suruvil, Velani in the Kayts island and gunned down five (05) LTTE cadres including the Kayts LTTE leader Veeramaravan today(29th April 2007) around 1030 hrs in the morning. Naval troops on receipt of an information entered the "Amman Kovil / Puliyankadal" premises with the kovil in charge in Suruvil / Velani today around 10.30 a.m. When they were about to enter the kovil premises, LTTE cadres hiding inside the kovil opened fire at troops. Naval troops too retaliated successfully using small arms. Two explosions have taken place following the naval retaliation. As a result of successful naval retaliation five LTTE terrorists who were inside the kovil were killed including the Kayts LTTE leader. The in charge of the kovil too was killed in the cross fire. Naval troops have recovered an improvised suicide device and following items during the search operation. T 56 SMG - 03 9 MM Pistol - 01 9 MM Pistol Magazine - 03 Pouch - 01 Cyanide Capsule - 02 Hand Grenades - 07 An unidentified man shot dead in Jaffna - Around 9.30 a.m on 29th April 2007 Troops discovered a dead body of an unidentified man, suspected to be of a journalist along Stanley road around 9.30 a.m. this morning (29). According to police sources, the victim believed to be a journalist has been shot dead by unidentified gunmen. The Jaffna Police are conducting further investigations. Air strike hits LTTE target at Kilinochchi in Mullaitivu - at 5.35 a.m on 29th Apr 2007 Air Force jet aircraft struck an identified LTTE target today (29) around 5.35 a.m. in Killinochchi near the Iranamadu Tiger airstrip. Earlier, around 1.00 am today (29), Air Force Jets hit another LTTE target in Vishwamadau, East of Iranamadu. LTTE fails to hit targets at Colombo - Around 1.50 a.m on 29th Apr 2007 LTTE aircraft dropped four explosive devices around 1.50 a.m. on Sunday (29). Two explosive devices fell in the Kolonnawa area, and two in the Muthurajawela area. There was no damage reported in Kolonnawa although the explosive devices exploded. Of the two dropped in Muhurajawela area, one fell in the Pump House area without causing any damage. The other fell around the Shell Company "Fire" Hut resulting in a minor fire which was put out. The Tiger aircraft left the area immediately as the Air Defence Systems were activated. Situation Report on 30 April 2007 Situation Report on 30 April 2007 Kfir shot over Iranamadu: dreaming in desperation in Vavuniya - at21:10 p.m hours on 30th April Tamil tigers had dreamt of a Sri Lankan Air Force Kfir jet being shot over Iranamadu in which they had viewed an Israel built attack air craft crashing with a large cloud of smoke being spewed between 2:45 and 3:00 p.m today (30). A pro -tiger website was too quick to carry the details of the dream with information added to say that a Kfir aircraft as had not returned to the base quoting unconfirmed reports from Colombo. Navy recovers a haul of war- like material from Udappuwa in Puttalam - at 17:01 p.m hours on 30th April Acting on information from the public, naval troops recovered a large haul of war-like material hidden in a lavatory pit of a house in the Tamil resident colony in between Udappuwa and Sinnapadu around 9.00 p.m. yesterday (29). 6 LTTE terrorists killed - 3 female cadres among the dead in Welioya - at 10:08 a.m hours on 30th April 6 LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation with troops in the KOKKUTHUDUWAI area around 7.00 a.m. last morning (29) field commanders reported to MCNS. Situation Report on 02 May 2007 Situation Report on 01 May 2007 Another tiger surrenders - Batticaloa on 01st May On Tuesday (01) a LTTE terrorist surrendered to Home Guards in Pubudugama, Batticaloa. The surrendered Tiger has been identified as Velliyan Lichchavan (28). He has stated that he escaped from the LTTE due to unbearable continuous harassment. Ten tigers killed in confrontations - Mannar on 01st May Troops on patrol throughout Tuesday (01) in the Mannar FDL areas were confronted by LTTE terrorists many times. Troops had retaliated and had observed that a total of Ten (10) Tigers had been killed in the confrontations throughout the day. Three tigers reported killed in confrontation - Wel-ioya at 5:30 p.m. on 01 May Troops on patrol on Tuesday (01) at 5:30 p.m. in the Weli - Oya area were attacked by LTTE terrorists. Troops retaliated and LTTE radio intercepts confirm that three terrorists were killed in the confrontation. No casualties to troops. Situation Report on 02 May 2007 Situation Report on 02 May 2007 STF recovers explosives from Tiger camps in East, on 02 May The Special Task Force recovered the following from Aiththamalai and Maristhuram LTTE training camps during a search operation launched. 2 Kg of C-4 Explosives, 10 Anti Personnel Mines, 2 M Detonator Cord, 3 Kg of iron used for road side bombs, 3 T-56 Magazines, 1 Generator, 1 LTTE caps, 2 LTTE Uniforms, 4 Pouches, 2 Ponchos , 1 I-com Set Cover, 1 Medical Pack Meanwhile STF troops also recovered the following from the possession of three LTTE suspects at the road block near the Peoples Bank in Karthivu, Ampara: 1 Cyanide Capsule, 1 LTTE Identification Badge, 1 Plastic Pistol Similar to a Micro Pistol These items were recovered when troops stopped a three-wheeler for a security check on suspicion. The LTTE suspects were handed over to the Kalmunai Police for further investigations. Home guard killed by LTTE pistol group - Batticaloa on 02nd May 2007 Home Guard Mohammadu Sajahan Mohammad Pavum (31) who was shot and wounded by two LTTE pistol group members in Eravur around 10.45 a.m. this morning (02) succumbed to his injuries after admission to the hospital, police reports reaching MCNS revealed. According to police reports Sajahan had traveled to the Husaain Hajiar service centre in Punnakuda road in Aiyankerni in a police jeep bearing number 61-7438 around 10.00 a.m. this morning. LTTE members who arrived on a bicycle shot and wounded him before taking away his T-56 rifle and ammunition. He was on duty in front of the service centre when the incident happened. LTTE cadres fled the scene amidst retaliation by the police. The injured home guard was rushed to the hospital. He succumbed to injuries following admission to the hospital. The Eravur police launched a search operation in the area following the incident. Eravur police have commenced further investigations. Sailors arrest fuel transported to the LTTE - Thalaimannar at 5:30 a.m. on 02 May Around 5:30 a.m. this morning Naval troops seized another 6 barrels (210 Liters) of fuel from an area west of Lighthouse in Kurusapadu while they were ready to be transported to un-cleared areas of Vedithalathivu in Mannar, naval reports revealed. When the Navy arrived at the scene, 3 barrels had already been loaded onto a dingy. One of the remaining two barrels was on the beach while the other was still inside the truck that transported the load. The dingy along with its 15 horsepower outboard motor, 6 barrels of diesel, the motorbike, the truck driver and his assistant were taken into custody by the Navy. The driver claimed that they were brought to transport the stock to un-cleared areas and handed over to the LTTE. In addition to today's arrest the Navy also seized 7 barrels of diesel (1470 liters) during a search operation in the Pesalai area in Mannar yesterday (01). Claymore mine recovered on information from civilian - Vavuniya, at 8:45 a.m. on 02 May On information received from a civilian, a claymore mine was recovered around 8:45 a.m. today (02) on the Vavuniya- Nelunkulam, Eechankulam - Kidachuri road. Troops also recovered a remote control device and a circuit. LTTE Infiltration Bid Foiled: Tiger Cadre Killed - Jaffna, at 9:30 a.m. on 02 May An LTTE cadre who attempted to infiltrate the Nagarkovil Forward Defence Line was shot dead by troops around 9:30 a.m. Situation Report on 02 May 2007 Situation Report on 03 May 2007 Cop Killed in Tiger Small Arms Attack - Vavuniya, at 7:15 a.m. on 03 May A policeman on duty was killed when the LTTE launched a small arms attack against the police point in sector 2 in Salambakulam near the 11th post along the Vavuniya-Mannar road around 7:15 a.m. LTTE cadres had fled amidst heavy retaliation by the Police. Vavuniya police are conducting further investigations. Torrential rains kills seven - Colombo and Galle Situation Report on 04th May 2007. Navy foils LTTE withdrawal attempt via sea at Pulmoddai in Trincomalee - at 11.30 p.m on 04th May 07 While the naval fleet units were successfully engaging the sea tigers in the Pulmoddai seas yesterday (04) around 11.30 p.m., naval ground troops have simultaneously spotted LTTE movements in general area Thiriyaya and confronted them with small arms. During the search operation naval troops observed a large area with blood stains and were able to recover the following items from the scene: 03 x Claymore mines (05Kg each) 01 x RPG weapon 18 x Cyanide capsules 01 x Communication set 100 x Pressure Mine Fuses 03 x Secret LTTE documents 30 x Pairs of Slippers with blood stains On information received from naval troops engaged in the search operation it is believed that the tigers have suffered heavy casualties due to naval fire. The fleeing tigers fired at a nearby fishing village injuring three (03) and killing two (02) innocent fishermen. From the two incidents which took place in the Pulmoddai seas and on the coast of Thiriyaya, it is confirmed that the tigers were aiming to transfer their cadres who are in the process of withdrawing from the East following the successful operations launched by the Security Forces. Naval troops both on land and sea were successful in avoiding a desperate LTTE cadre movement by sea. Naval search operations in the Thiriyaya area are continuing. Tigers fire mortars at Muhamalai FDL's in Jaffna - on 04th May 07 LTTE terrorists fired mortars at the Muhamalai FDL' s on Friday (04). Troops retaliated. Radio intercepts which have been monitored confirm that three Tigers have been injured due to retaliatory fire. Troops recover 1680 liters of diesel in Mannar Town - on 04th May 07 Troops on information received from a civilian recovered from an abandoned land in the Mannar Town area on Friday (04), 1680 liters( 24 barrels of 70 liters each) of Diesel. Investigations reveal that the diesel was to be sent to un-cleared areas for the LTTE. Mannar Police are conducting further inquiries Tiger killed in confrontation at Siththaru South in Trincomalee - on 04th May 07 Troops launched an attack on the LTTE terrorists at Siththaru South on Friday (04) night. In the search operation which followed a T 56 assault rifle and a body of a LTTE terrorist was recovered. Troops conducted a search operation in the area. Situation Report on 05th May 2007 Situation Report on 05th May 2007 STF recovers explosives/accessories - Batticaloa on 05th May 2007 Eechchanthivu, Police Special Task Force (STF) officers from Vavunativu camp when conducting a search operation on Saturday (05) recovered the following weapons abandoned by the fleeing LTTE terrorists of Eechchanthivu. 02 x Claymore Mines 14 x Pressure Mines 02kg C-4 Explosives 16 x Detonators 2.5m Detonator Cord 03 x Batteries 03 x Range Tables 08 x LTTE Uniform sets Five tigers killed in confrontation - Mannar on 05th May 2007 around 4:30 p.m. LTTE terrorists fired small arms at an Army foot patrol in the area North East of Madhu on Saturday (05) around 4.30 p.m. Troops confirm that five Tiger were killed and many were seriously injured when troops retaliated. No casualties reported to own troops. Troops recover two tiger bodies - Batticaloa on 05th May 2007 around 4:45 p.m. A search operation conducted by the Security Forces on Saturday (05) around 4.45 p.m. recovered two unidentified bodies with gunshot wounds in Karadiyanaru and each wearing a cyanide capsule. Tigers fire mortars at Athawetunuwewa on 05th May 2007 around 5:30 a.m. On Saturday (05) around 5.30 a.m, LTTE terrorists fired several mortar bombs at Athawetunuwewa area of which some slammed mortars into the village of Athawetunuwewa. Security Forces retaliated. Tigers flee from Police retaliatory fire - Vavuniya on 05th May 2007 around 5:45 p.m. LTTE terrorists launched an attack on the Police guard posts on the Vavuniya - Mannar Main Supply Route (MSR) on Saturday (05) around 5.45 p.m. The Police immediately retaliated effectively. The Tigers fled and it is believed they have sustained heavy casualties. No damage has been reported to the Police. Troops recover military items on civilian information at Thirunelveli in Jaffna - around 9.00 a.m on 05th May 2007. On information from a civilian, troops recovered from Thirunelveli, Jaffna today (05) around 9.00 am the following military hardware: 01 x Claymore Mine 02 x Hand Grenades 01 x Remote Control Device 01 x Battery Connector 03 x Electronic Connectors Meanwhile, on information from a civilian, troops unearthed fourteen (14) RPG rounds from Hathkolam area , Jafffna around 9.25 a.m. today (05). Situation Report on 06 May 2007 Situation Report on 06 May 2007 Three killed by tiger land mine - Batticaloa on 06th May 2007 at 8:30 a.m. Three Special Task Force (STF) personnel were killed and four were injured when a tractor in which they were traveling was trapped by a pressure mine at the Pattipola Junction today (06) in Kokkadicholai at 8.30 a.m. The injured were admitted to Batticaloa hospital. Tigers fire mortars at troops in East Omanthai on 06th May 2007 around 6:15 a.m. LTTE terrorists fired mortars at Troops in EAST Omanthai today (06) around 6.15 a.m. Troops retaliated. It has been confirmed that the LTTE sustained casualties. Three soldiers sustained minor injuries and another has been admitted to Anuradhapura hospital. Tiger shot dead by STF - Batticaloa on 05th May 2007 at 4:15 a.m. The Special Task Force (STF) in Porativu on Saturday (05) at 4.15 p.m. searched a house in Palugramam area, Mullaitivu with a suspect they had arrested on information. During the search the LTTE terrorist had fired at the STF with a T 56 assault rifle he had hidden in a room. The STF retaliated. In searching the house, the body of the LTTE terrorist, 01 x T 56 rifle, 71 x Live Rounds, 03 x T56 magazines, 02 x T81 rifles and a set of LTTE web equipment was recovered. Torrential rains kills seven - Colombo and Galle Situation Report on 07th May 2007 STF recoveries road side bomb intended to target troops at Pannalgama in Ampara - around 9.20 a.m on 07th May 07 STF Troops on a route clearing detected a claymore mine and pressure mine set by the LTTE to target troops along the Bakmitiyaya and Pannalgama road around 9.20 a.m. today (07). The STF troops defused the pressure mine set by the LTTE. STF also recovered three AP mines which were trapped to the pressure mine & claymore mine to inflect serve casualty among troops. Air strike destroys tiger training facility at Iranamadu East in Mullativu - at 7.25 a.m on 07th May 07 A LTTE training and military base in the Ramanathapuram - Iranamadu east area was completely destroyed by an Air strike launched by the Sri Lanka Air Force today (07) at 7.25 a.m LTTE terrorists fire mortars at Mamaduwa in Vavuniya - around 6.20 a.m on 07th May 07. LTTE terrorists fired 81 MM mortars at the FDL's of Mamaduwa today (07) around 6.20 a.m. There were no casualties or damage to property. Situation Report on 08 May 2007 Situation Report on 08 May 2007 STF recovers a suicide belt from the vicinity of Madasami Kovil in Vavuniya - at 16:06 p.m hours on 08th May The special task force recovered a suicide belt, micro pistol and a hand grenade from the vicinity of the Madasami Kovil during the search operation launched following a confrontation between the Army and the LTTE in Pandarikulam this morning (08). LTTE leader killed in retaliation in Batticaloa - at 14:10 p.m hours on 08th May Troops recovered two bodies of LTTE cadres during a search operation launched following a confrontation with Tiger cadres west of Angodavilluva last evening (07) An Army patrol came under an LTTE small arms attack in an area west of Angodavilluva yesterday (07) Troops retaliated killing two Tiger cadres. LTTE attacks troops near Kovil Vavuniya - at 14:08 p.m hours on 08th May A body of a ltte cadre killed in the retaliatory fire against a Tiger small arms attack was found during a search operation launched by the Special Task Force in the Pandarikulm area this morning (08). Troops on search operation found ammunition in Trincomalee - at 06:57 a.m hours on 08th May Troops on search operation in Pankulam Trincomalee yesterday (07) found the following ammunitions hidden in an abandon land. A claymore mine found in Jaffna - at 06:54 a.m hours on 08th May Troops acting on a civilian information recovered a claymore mine (10 kg) and a detonator code with a remote controlled hidden in Saravitam lane in JAFFNA town yesterday (07) around 3.30 p.m. Troops came under LTTE small arms fire in Trincomalee - at 06:49 a.m hous on 08th May Troops on a foot patrol in Neelapola came under ltte small arms fire around 7.15 p.m. yesterday (07). Situation Report on 11 May 2007 Situation Report on 11 May 2007 Illegal transportation of diesel to un-cleared area foiled - Mannar on 10th May 2007 around 6:30 p.m. A lorry carrying 38 barrels each conducting 210 Ltrs of diesel to uncleared areas of Mannar was seized with three LTTE suspects in Mannar town around 6:30 last evening (10). The Mannar police are conducting further investigations. Another 1040 litres of diesel were also taken into custody by the Mannar Police in Periyagrama last morning (10). 1040 Liters of diesel seized by Police - Mannar on 10th May 2007 at 11:30 a.m. Mannar Police took into custody at Periyagrama on Thursday (10) at 11:30 a.m. the driver, his assistant and the Lorry which was transporting 1040 liters of diesel without authority to the Un-cleared areas. Mannar police are conducting further investigations. Unidentified person lobs hand grenade on TV viewers - Batticaloa 10th at 10:35 p.m. A hand grenade was lobbed by an unidentified person at a group of internally displaced persons (IDP's) accommodated at the Sardha Vidyalaya, Kaththankudy when they were watching a Television Programme on Thursday (10) at 10:35 p.m. Due to the explosion which followed the grenade attack, eight persons were injured including a boy (12years) and a girl (15 years). The injured were admitted to the Batticalao. The Batticaloa and Kahthankudi Police are conducting inquiries. On information from a civilian troop recover hand grenade - Vavuniya on 10th May 2007 at 7:10 p.m. On information received from a civilian, Troops conducted a search operation and recovered a hand grenade buried inside a room of a house at Asikulam, Vavuiya on Thursday (10) at 7:10 p.m. Troops recover two claymore mines on information from civilian - Batticaloa 10th May 2007 at 4:30 p.m. On information received from a civilian, Troops conducted a search operation and recovered two claymore mines weighing 02 and 08 kg hidden beside a by - road in Linnadi Padirippuwa on Thursday (10) at 4:30 p.m. Situation Report on 12 May 2007 Situation Report on 12 May 2007 LTTE suspects rob fishermen's money - Batticaloa on 12th May 2007 around 6:35 a.m. A group of unidentified gunmen, suspected to be Tiger terrorists, have robbed money from fishermen at Punnakudah in Batticaloa Saturday (12) morning around 6.35 a.m. The suspects who threatened the fishermen at gun point relieved them of Rs. 33,020 in cash. They also have snatched fishermen's National Identity Cards before fleeing the area. The Eravuer Police Station is conducting further investigations. Troops recover weapons and ganja after attack on tigers - Batticaloa on 12th May 2007 around 3:30 a.m. Army troops after conducting reconnaissance launched an attack on the LTTE terrorists this morning (12) around 3.30 a.m. at Kawattamunai in Valachchanai. There were no casualties or any damage reported by Troops. In a search operation conducted by Troops following the attack, a T 56 assault rifle, three magazines, 120 live rounds of ammunition and ten Kilos of Ganja was recovered. During the search, Troops also observed several patches of blood stains where the Tigers were when they were attacked by Troops indicating that they had sustained several casualties in the confrontation and had carried away their wounded. It has been reported that Tigers are involved in the illegal growing and selling of ganja as a cash crop in the Ampara, Batticaloa and Vavunativu areas and use the financial assets to purchase their food and other essential items. The Tigers also from time to time take the ganja to be sold in these areas. The Special Task Force (STF) in their recent operations to clear the area of Kanjikudichchiaru had made several raids on these Ganja plantations and seized large quantities of illegal ganja. Tigers deprive civilians of electrivity - Batticaloa on 12th May 2007 at 5:50 a.m. The LTTE terrorists had fixed three 500 gram timed explosive devices to the electric transformers opposite the hospital, the petrol filling station and the Navalar School in Maradamadu. Today (12) at 5.50 a.m., the first two timed explosive devices exploded. The Tiger terrorists have one again resorted to cheap tactics. Their intention is to harass the innocent civilians by depriving them of their electricity supply and the school children who are just beginning the second term from their studies. The Special Task Force (STF) defused the explosive device fixed to the transformer opposite the school. Tigers fire at troops on foot patrol - Vavuniya on 12th May 2007 at 6:30 p.m. LTTE terrorists fired small arms at an Army foot patrol in Ukkulankulam, Vavuniya, on Friday (11) at 6.30 p.m. injuring a civilian identified as Jeyendran Harendran (24). The LTTE terrorists fled when Troops retaliated. The injured civilian was admitted to Vavuniya hospital by Troops. Torrential rains kills seven - Colombo and Galle Situation Report on 13th May 2007 Medical equipment recovered at Kuchchaweli in Trincomalee - on 13th May 2007 Navy has launched a special search operation in a Trincomalee to Kuchchaweli for westwards. They recovered a large haul of equipment belonging to terrorists. When the naval troops approached the area, terrorists had fled, leaving a tractor. Vigilant naval troops were able to recover medical equipment, concealed in a makeshift platform on a tree. Unknown gunmen assassinate chief monk at Morawewa in Trincomalee - at 9.15 a.m on 13th May 2007 The chief monk of Phabbatharama Vihare, Morawewa, Mahadiulwewa, the Venerable Hadungamuwe Nandarathna Thero was assassinated this morning by two unknown gunmen today (13) at 9.15 a.m. Morawewa Police are conducting investigations. Torrential rains kills seven - Colombo and Galle Situation Report on 14 May 2007 Ranaviru flag day - at 21:43 p.m hours on 14th May The inaugural ceremony of the Ranaviru Flag Day was held presided over by Mr. Ranjith Siyambalapitiya, Minister of Finance and State Revenue at Bank of Ceylon headquarters today (14) at 10.00 a.m. The ceremonial sale of the first flag was held to mark the Ranaviru month: from 07 May to 07 June. Ranaviru Day is 07 June. Civilians help stf recover weapons and ammunition in Batticaloa - at 14:43 p.m hours on 14th May Acting on a tip off from a civilian the STF recovered the following during a search operation launched in the Munaikadu area recently. Army recovers arms and ammunition in Polonnaruwa - at 10:18 a.m hours on 14th May During a search operation launched in areas north of Punani in Welikanda, troops recovered the following arms and ammunition around 10.00 a.m. yesterday (13). 7 Tiger cadres killed in confrontation ahead of Madu FDL in Vavuniya /Mannar - at 10:16 a.m hours on 14th May The Army killed 7 LTTE cadres during a confrontation that erupted ahead of the Madu forward defence towards West of Omanthai and East of Madu yesterday (13). Troops recover anti-personnel mine on civilian information in Jaffna - at 09:35 hours on 14th May On information received from a civilian, troops recovered an Anti- personnel mine from Iruppalai, Jaffna Yesterday (13) at 9.15 a.m. Tiger shot dead in attempt to throw grenade in Jaffna - at 08:58 a.m hours on 14th May Army troops conducting a foot patrol in the Sandalipai area, Jaffna shot dead a LTTE terrorist attempting to launch a grenade attack just pat (00.05) today(14). Situation Report on 15 May 2007 Situation Report on 15 May 2007 Army seizes illegally transported medicine and vehicle spare parts at Omanthai - Vavuniya on 15th May 2007 around 1:30 p.m. The Army seized two north bound Lorries illegally transporting a stock of medicine and vehicle spare parts at the Omanthai road block around 1.30 p.m. this afternoon (15). The stocks were detected during a security check on the two vehicles. The vehicles and the two suspects were handed over to the Vavuniya Police for investigations. The Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. Bus set ablaze at Maradanamadu in Jaffna - Jaffna on 15th May 2007 Terrorists who arrived on motorcycle, stopped a passenger bus belonging to Government Transport Board and had thrown a petrol bomb. Before throwing the bomb, they had ordered the school children and other passengers to get off. This act of blatant vandalism by the LTTE is condemned by the civic - conscious public who are severely affected by lack of transport facilities. Terrorist wounded - Trincomalee on 15th May 2007 One LTTE terrorist was wounded and hospitalized yesterday (14) at Alaswatta, Uppuweli, Trincomalee. He had attempted to trespass the Navy detachment when the troops shot him. On a search operation, the troops recovered following items in the area. T - 81 weapon 01 T - 81 magazine 01 Cutter plier 01 Roll of wire 01 Hand grenades recovered - Jaffna on 14th May 2007 around 8:45 p.m. On receiving information from civilian troops recovered 02 hand grenades hidden in an abandoned garden in Kattathirai, Jaffna yesterday (14) around 8.45 p.m. Terrorist killed - Jaffna on 15th May 2007 around 6:00 a.m. One terrorist died and another wounded when they fled in the face of retailatory attack by Army troops in Muhamale, Jaffna today (15) around 6.00 a.m. Terrorists were on an alleged observation of the Muhamale FDL when the troops attacked them. Troops did not receive any harm. But recovered 01 T-56 weapon and 11 anti-personal mines. Situation Report on 16th May 2007 Situation Report on 16th May 2007 Terrorist killed in security personnel attack at Toppigala in Batticaloa - around 09.55 a.m on 16th May 2007 Terrorists who were on a reconnaissance from Toppigala area near A-5 road were fired upon by the Security Forces and killed one terrorist around 09.55 a.m. today (16) later troops recovered a T-56 weapon and a magazine with 30 rounds. Explosives and five detonators recovered from Diyatalawa - at 9.45 a.m. on 16th May 2007 On information given by a civilian, Diyatalawa Police recovered 290 g of C4 explosives in a plastic tube with 5 detonators in a way side of Kadaveediya road on 16th around 9.45 a.m. The Police along with Army Bomb Disposal Team examined the explosives. The Police believes that the explosives have been taken for terrorist activity but has been dropped due to the fear of arrest by the security personnel of the road block nearby. Situation Report on 17th May 2007 Situation Report on 17th May 2007 Confrontation inflict heavy damages to LTTE - Madu, on 17 May Confrontation between Security Forces and LTTE in Madu area resulted in 06 LTTE terrorists being killed. 06 dead bodies along with weapons and large quantity of warlike equipments were recovered. 06 soldiers were also injured in the confrontation. Since yesterday (16) 20 LTTE terrorists were killed during conflict with troops in Madu area. LTTE fire Mortars at Uilankulam - at 6:15 a.m. on 17 May LTTE terrorists targeted the Uilankulam Entry/Exit Point with mortar fire today (17) at 6.15 a.m. No damage reported to the Security Forces. ICRC withdraws from Omanthai under LTTE Mortar fire - 10:15 a.m. on 17 May LTTE fired Mortars intermittently at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point in Vavuniya. Today (17), the LTTE terrorists again fired mortars at 10:15 a.m. Due to the LTTE firing mortars at the exit/entry point , the ICRC representatives who were stationed at the Omanthai checkpoint had withdrawn resulting in the Check point being temporarily closed. These are the cruel tactics of the LTTE terrorists to deprive their own people of their freedom of movement, food and essential items moving via Omanthai. Yesterday (16), the LTTE fired mortars East of Madhu and in the retaliatory fire by the Security Forces many Tigers were killed and severely wounded. Two bodies of Tigers handed over to the ICRC could not be sent to the Un cleared areas due to Tiger Mortar fire. Civilians under the grip of the Tigers and in fear of their children being forcibly conscripted are also unable to escape to the areas under the control of the Security Forces due to the continuous LTTE mortar fire. LTTE fired mortars for the second Time - Mannar, at 1:45 p.m. on 17 May LTTE terrorists fired mortars at Uilankulam Entry/Exit Point for the second time today (17) at 13.45 p.m. The Entry/Exit Point was temporary closed due to the LTTE mortar fire. Civilians who travel through the Entry/Exit Point faces hardship due to temporary closure of the Entry/Exit point. Situation Report on 18 May 2007 Situation Report on 18 May 2007 Jaffna bishop totally denies "tamil net" story in Jaffna - at 12:45 p.m hours on 18th May Rt. Rev. Dr. Thomas Savundaranayagam, Bishop of Jaffna in a hurriedly dispatched letter to Commander Security Forces Headquarters (SFHQ) Major General G.A. Chandrasiri on Thursday (17) denies having spoken to "Tamil Net" in the aftermath of a meeting at Palaly with Jaffna Commander on Wednesday (16). Vavuniya police discover three bodies with gunshot injuries in Vavuniya - at 15:26 p.m hours on 18th May Vavuniya police discovered bullet ridden bodies of three men from the Kumankulam area this morning (18). The deceased have been identified as : Tigers damage transformer in Batticaloa in Batticaloa - at 15:58 p.m hours on 18th May Tiger terrorists shot and damaged a transformer located along the Eravur - Kaluwankerni road around 2.00 a.m. early this morning (18). Tigers fire mortars at Omanthai entry/exit point in Vavuniya - at 09:06 a.m hours on 18th May LTTE terrorist fired mortars intermittently at the Omanthai entry/exit point on Thursday (17). No damage reported by Troops. Five tigers killed in confrontation in Batticaloa - at 09:04 a.m hours on 18th May Five bodies of tiger terrorists were recovered after a confrontation in the TOPPIGALA area between the Security Forces and the LTTE terrorists in the evening on Thursday (17). Two tigers killed by navy troops in Jaffna - at 09:03 a.m hours on 18th May Tiger terrorists fired at a navy foot patrol in kayts island, Jaffna today (18) at 3.40 a.m. Navy Troops retaliated. Situation Report on 19 May 2007 Situation Report on 19 May 2007 Arms and Ammunition recovered - Jaffna on 18th May 2007 In addition to the haul of arms and ammunition recovered last night (18) in Point Pedro, Jaffna a subsequent search operation today unearthed the following; 01 Hand grenade 01 Bino 28 GPMG rounds 01 Claymore circuits 01 Remote controller 01 T-56 Magazine Troops acted on information received from a civilian source. Terrorists Flee - Vavuniya on 19th May 2007 around 6:30 a.m. LTTE terrorists launched a small arms fire attack on the Police bunkers in Murunkan Police division at around 6.30 a.m. today (19). Terrorists had fled in the face of retaliatory fire by the troops. Troops received no damages. Murunkan Police are conducting inquiries. Civilian information leads to massive weapons/explosives haul - Jaffna on 18th May 2007 at 8:00 p.m. On information received from a civilian, the Army recovered from Point Pedro area on Friday (18) at 8.00 p.m. the items given below; 1. Three x T 56 Assault rifles 2. One x Cyanide capsule 3. Eleven x Magazines 4. One x Suicide Jacket consisting of steel balls and gelignite 5. Two x Claymore Mines (25kg and 10 kg each) 6. Two x Claymore Mine Stands 7. One x T 56 tool box 8. One x 9V battery 9. 750 grams x C4 explosives 10. Six meters x detonator cord 11. One x Remote control device Two tigers killed and seven injured in confrontation - Mannar on 18th May 2007 In a confrontation in east Madhu area between the Security Forces on Friday (18) evening, the LTTE terrorists sustained heavy losses losing two dead, seven (07) injured and a large quantity of weapons and military hardware. A soldier was killed in the incident and three sustained minor injuries. Torrential rains kills seven - Colombo and Galle Situation Report on 20th May 2007 Civilian helps Police recover high explosive device at Mutur in Trincomalee - at 6.00 p.m on 20th May 2007. A 5 Kg improvised explosive device detected by the Police following a tip off from a civilian was defused by the Army in Neidanagar, Muttur around 6.00 p.m. last evening (20). The Explosive device which was in the shape of a 6 feet tube had C-4 type high explosives, Police said. Muttur Police detected the device in an abandoned land in Neidanagar, Muttur. Muttur Police are conducting further investigations Torrential rains kills seven - Colombo and Galle Situation Report on 21st May 2007 LTTE chops to death an EPDP member at Kayts in Jaffna - on 21st May 2007 The body of LTTE slain EPDP member S. Shanthikumar (30) was recovered with deep cut injuries from the Naranthanei junction in Kayts this morning (21). S. Shanthikumar a father of three who had been abducted by the LTTE last night had been chopped to death with sharp instruments, latest information revealed. Kayts Police are conducting further investigations. Two soldiers killed by tiger claymore mine explosion at Omanthai in Vavuniya - at 8.15 a.m on 21st May 2007. LTTE terrorists targeted a tractor carrying troops today (21) around 8.14 a.m. in the area West of OMANTHAI by exploding a Claymore mine. Two Soldiers were killed in the explosion. Three injured soldiers were admitted to Vavuniya hospital. A search operation was being conducted. Troops on foot patrol fired at by Tigers at Welioya - around 3.00 a.m on 21st May 2007. Army troops conducting a foot patrol around the FDL's of Welioya were fired at by LTTE terrorist around 3.00 a.m. today (21). Troops retaliated and they confirm that the Tigers sustained severe casualties but fled carrying their dead and injured. Two Soldiers were killed in the incident. Situation Report on 23 May 2007 Situation Report on 23 May 2007 Soldier succumbs to injuries following confrontation with tigers - Trincomalee on 23rd around 12:00 p.m. Soldiers on a search operation confronted a group of LTTE cadres in the Neela-Panichchankulam area in Trincomalee around 12.00 noon today (23). A soldier who sustained injuries in the confrontation died while he was being taken to the hospital, Filed Commanders said. Troop retaliation is believed to have caused severe losses to the LTTE. 6 More dead bodies of LTTE cadres recovered by troops - Batticaloa on 23rd May 2007 around 5:00 p.m. 6 More bodies of LTTE cadres and a T-56 weapon were recovered by troops in a combined Army, STF and Police search operation launched in the Thalavaya area in Eravur around 5.00 p.m. today (23). The search operation is still on in the area. Claymore bomb attack - Vavuniya on 23rd May 2007 around 2:10 p.m. LTTE terrorists targeted a claymore mine at an Army sentry point at Pompemadu, Vavuniya today (23) around 2.10 p.m. One soldier was killed and another wounded in the blast. The wounded soldier was admitted to the Vavuniya hospital. A search operation is progressing. Arms and equipment recovered - Trincomalee on 23rd May 2007 Naval troops who engaged in a search operation in Nilaweli, Iluppakulam, Trincomalee near 6 mile post recovered following items today (23) morning. 01 Communications set 03 Claymore mines (each 12 kg) 30 Detonators 03 Military backpacks Terrorist shot dead - Jaffna on 23rd May 2007 around 6:10 a.m. Army troops who observed a terrorist trying to infiltrate the FDL at Nagarkovil, Jaffna shot him dead at Nagarkovil, Jaffna today (23) around 6.10 a.m. Terrorist killed - Batticaloa on 23rd May 2007 around 8:45 a.m. When the Army troops and STF were engaged in a combined search operation in Kannankuda, in Eravur, a terrorist hidden in a house had launched an attack, killing a soldier, today (23) around 8.45 a.m. Troops retaliated killing the terrorist, Following items were recovered in the possession of the terrorist. 04 T - 56 Weapons 01 Micro pistol 01 communication set 06 Claymore bombs 01 hand grenade 01 GPMG weapon 01 photograph with Prabhakaran 01 Computer hard disc Several Dresses worn by Muslims Rs. 500,000 in currency Successful retaliation by troops - Batticaloa on 22nd May 2007 around 3:15 a.m. LTTE terrorists launched an attack on the Army troops on foot patrol in Thoppigala South West, Batticaloa yesterday (22) around 3.15 p.m. Army troops successfully retaliated killing two terrorists On a subsequent search operation, 02 T 56 weapon, and 01 GPS, were recovered. Two terrorists killed - Vavuniya on 22nd May 2007 around 2:10 p.m. Tiger terrorists launched an attack at Army troops on foot patrol in the Periyathampane, in Vavuniya yesterday (22) around 2.10 p.m. The troops retaliated successfully, killing 02 terrorists. Eight bombs recovered - Jaffna on 22nd May 2007 Eight anti-personnel bombs were recovered by Army troops on a search operation conducted in Muhamalai, Jaffna on Tuesday (22). Arms recovered - Vavuniya on 23rd May 2007 around 00:10 a.m. Army troops on foot patrol were targeted by LTTE terrorists and fired at in Pudukulam, Vavuniya today (23) around 00.10 a.m. Army troops successfully retaliated killing one terrorist. On a subsequent search operation, following items were recovered. 01 T-56 Weapon 04 Magazines 01 Communication set 01 Night vision 04 Hand grenades 01 Webbing kit 02 Cyanide capsules 01 Bandage rolls 01 Tin cutter 01 Note book Rs. 160 cash 01 wrist watch The dead body of the terrorist will be handed over to the ICRC toady. Equipment recovered - Batticaloa on 22nd May 2007 The Army troops engaged in a humanitarian de-mining operation in Anandakulam, Batticaloa yesterday (22) recovered following items. 01 MBRL projectile (The front past of the bullet) 01 120 mm bomb Situation Report on 24 May 2007 Situation Report on 24 May 2007 18 Sea Tigers killed: Navy foils Delft Island attack - Delft on 24th May 2007 around 00:30 a.m. The pre dawn LTTE sea Tiger attack on the Delft Island was successfully repulsed by the Navy killing 18 Sea Tigers and destroying 4 LTTE boats. Intercepted LTTE communication revealed that 18 Sea Tiger cadres including 4 leaders had been killed and another large number injured, the Navy confirmed. 18 Sea Tiger boats, including 6 suicide boats and 12 attack craft attempted to breach a Navy security point south of the Delft Island around 00.30 a.m. this morning (24). Naval Fast Attack Craft patrolling the seas off the Delft shore and naval ground troops engaged the flotilla of Sea Tiger boats inflicting severe damages to the Sea Tigers and their boats. Navy's Dovra Fast Attack Craft completely destroyed two LTTE Sea Tiger boats forcing the enemy flotilla to flee towards Nachchikuda, South East of the Delft Island. The Air Force engaged withdrawing Sea Tiger boats destroying two and disabling another. The Navy reiterates that no naval craft were destroyed or damaged in the attack as claimed by pro LTTE media. 4 sailors who were deployed on the Delft Island were killed in the confrontation. While another 4 sustained injuries. The search operation launched by naval troops in Delft following the attack concluded by noon today. Delft Island is totally under the control of the Sri Lanka Navy. All the Islets in the Jaffna peninsula are under the control of the Sri Lanka Navy. The Navy says that the Delft Island is a vital surveillance point in the Island's west coast to monitor LTTE arms smuggling from Tamil Nadu, India. The Navy believes that the Sea Tigers would have attempted to breach Delft defences to disrupt naval surveillance that has helped in blocking LTTE sea piracy and smuggling of weapons and explosives in to the Island's north and east. LTTE detonates bomb targeting Army bus in Colombo - on 24th May 2007 around 8:55 a.m. LTTE terrorists detonated a bomb against an Army bus carrying service personnel on security duties near the 1st Cross Street along Reclamation Road in Fort around 8.55 a.m. this morning (24). According to latest information the bomb had been mounted on a bike and detonated by a remote controlled device, the Military said. Four Army personnel and one civilian who sustained injuries in the attack were rushed to the Colombo National Hospital, Security Forces said. Two other civilians were also rushed to hospital due to the shock following the blast. Situation Report on 24 May 2007 Situation Report on 25 May 2007 Arms and Ammunition Recovered - Trincomalee, at 12:30 p.m. on 25 May On a search operation conducted by Army troops between Siththaru and Kandakadu in Trincomalee today (25) at 12:30 p.m. following arms and ammunition belonging to the LTTE were found. T-56 Riffle, 01, Live T-56 ammunitions 1000, Communications sets 03, Antennas 02, LTTE uniforms 25 and a Bottle of Saline. Situation Report on 28 May 2007 Situation Report on 27 May 2007 Another 5 civilians from tiger grip - Mannar on 27th May 2007 Another 5 civilians escaped from the LTTE grip in un-cleared areas of Veddithalativu and crossed over to Mannar TODAY (27) morning. The group consists 01 woman and 04 men. They claim that they fled Veddithalativu due to tiger harassments. Terrorists kill civilians - Ampara on 27th May 2007 around 6:30 p.m. LTTE terrorists blast a civilian canter vehicle plying on Kottevihara road on Akkaraepattu-Potuvil main road with a claymore mine killing 03 civilians traveling in Ampara today (27) around 6.30 p.m. The vehicle is owned by a civilian. The police are making inquires. This tragic incident reveals the LTTE terrorists' brutality towards the civilian life. An LTTE boat with explosives found by Army - Batticaloa on 27th May 2007 around 2:00 p.m. Army troops found an LTTE suicide boat is which four claymore mines installed in its front tubes with high explosives in its back at Komathalamadu lagoon today (27) around 2.00 p.m. The recovery of this LTTE suicide sea-boat by army troops has thwarted a major attack which would have caved a disaster. The troops were acting on information received form a civilian source. Earlier, on (21st) another boat with explosives was found in Panichchankarni lagoon. Tiger killed in STF retaliatory attack - Ampara on 26th May 2007 LTTE terrorists under cover launched a grenade attack on a Special Task Force (STF) foot patrol in Sinnawatte, nearby Panwila area on Saturday (26). STF retaliated. In a search operation conducted by the STF after the incident, a body of a tiger terrorist was recovered and handed over to the Ampara hospital mortuary. No casualties were reported by the STF. Army recovers eleven anti tank mines in Muhamalai - Jaffna on 26th May 2007 around 6:45 p.m. Eleven anti - tank mines were recovered in a search operation conducted by the Army on Saturday (26) in the Muhamalaai FDL's around 6.45 p.m. Situation Report on 28th May 2007. Situation Report on 28th May 2007 LTTE kills 7 civilians and injures another 36 in claymore attack at Rathmalana in Colombo - at 4.40 p.m on 28th May 2007 In a cowardly claymore mine attack against the Special Task Force the LTTE killed 7 civilians and injured another 36 at Bellekkadai junction, Ratmalana, some 15 kilometers of Colombo this evening (28). Among the dead are 2 women and 5 men. Among the injured are 6 Special Task Force personnel. Tamil Tigers exploded a claymore mine targeting a STF truck that was traveling from the Katukurunda STF camp towards the Gonahena STF camp in Kadawatha today. 9 Special Task Force personnel were traveling in the truck when the claymore mine blast hit the truck at the Belekkadai junction in Ratmalana this evening. Situation Report on 29th May 2007 Situation Report on 29th May 2007 Army Retaliate Against Tiger Small Arms Attack - Vavuniya, at 5:10 p.m. on 29 May A group of army soldiers deployed on security duties along the Vavuniya - Mannar road along the 13th post came under a LTTE small arms attack from a far off distance. Troops launched retaliatory attacks forcing LTTE cadres to flee the area A soldier who sustained injuries in the attack succumbed to his injuries following admission to the Vavuniya hospital. A search operation is currently in progress in the area Civilians Help Army Troops Recover Weapons and Explosives - Jaffna, at 9:10 p.m. on 28 May on a tip-off from a civilian, the Army recovered the following during a search operation launched around 9.10 p.m. in the Alaweddi area last . Two T-56 weapons, Seven T-56 Magazines, 365 T 56 ammunition, One Hand Grenade, One Micro pistol, magazine and 10 rounds, Five Remote control circuits used to detonate claymore mines Air Force Bombs LTTE Military Base - Mullaithivu, at 2:20 p.m. on 29 May Air force bombers carried out air strikes on an identified Tiger military base in Puthukudirippu between 02.00 - 02.20 p.m. this afternoon (29). Air raids were launched following confirmation from air surveillance that the target was a Tiger military base. The pilots confirmed that the air raids were successful. Disaster Averted - Kodikamam, on 28 May Army troops found two large claymore bombs, one hidden in garbage in an abandoned house and another in a garden yesterday (28) morning at kodikamam in Jaffna. Each bomb weighed 10 kgs. Disaster Averted - Batticaloa, on 27 May Army and STF troops were able to recover two claymore mines weighing 25 kg and 10kg at Punnakulam in Batticaloa. Because of the vigilance of the Security Forces a major disaster was averted due to the recovery of Claymore bombs in the last few days. Terrorists Killed - Welioya, on 28 May LTTE terrorists launched a small arms attack on Army foot patrol in Athawatunuwewa, Welioya. Intercepting LTTE communication, it is confirmed that two terrorists were killed and two wounded due to retaliatory attack by the troops. A soldier has received minor injuries. Arms and equipment recovered - Jaffna, on 28 May Army troops engaged in a search operation in kilaly area recovered following items. 1. 23 bombs (Improvised Explosive Devices) made by filling bars with explosives. 2. 02 anti-personnel bombs to be used to explode the above. 3. 09 Improvised Explosive Devices made by filling empty 152 mm artillery cannons. Security forces believe these explosives may have been hidden to wage a major attack on Kilaly FDL. Situation Report on 30th May 2007. Situation Report on 30th May 2007. Air strike on an LTTE logistic base at Pudukuduiruppu in Batticaloa - at 12.30 p.m on 30th May 2007. Sri Lanka Air Force successfully launched an air strike on an LTTE logistic Base in Pudukuduiruppu south successfully around 12.30 p.m. today (30). Omanthai & Uiylankulam Entry / Exit points reopen - on 30th May 2007 Entry /Exit Points at Omanthai and Uiylankulam in Wanni were re opened this morning (30) for traffic after a closure of nearly two weeks Those entry /exit points remained closed as a result of tiger mortar attacks. One such attack forced the ICRC to pull out from their routine duties. However, due to the current security situation it was decided to keep the Entry/Exit points open on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays. Police recover detonators from Badulla - at 12.30 p.m on 30th May 2007. Police recovered the following from the vicinity of the Old Duthian Sports Club gate at the Racecourse ground in Badulla around 12.30 p.m. today (30). 04 x feet of Detonator Cord 01 x Electric Detonator 01 x Claymore Fuse 02 x Feet of Wire The detonators had been hidden near the Old Duthian Sports Club gate. Badulla Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 31 May 2007 Situation Report on 31 May 2007 LTTE terrorist shot dead by troops - Batticaloa on 31st May 2007 around 9:45 a.m. An Army search operation was fired at by the LTTE terrorists with small arms today (31) around 9.45 a.m. in Kinniyadi, Siththandi. Troops retaliated. Troops recovered the body of a terrorist and his T56 assault rifle in the search operation which followed. Troops believe that the body was that of a member of the LTTE intelligence unit on a lone mission who failed to accomplish his mission. The Army will make arrangements to hand over the body to the relevant authorities. Two tigers killed in confrontation - Jaffna 31st May 2007 around 1:30 p.m. Two LTTE terrorists were reported killed in a confrontation with the Army around 1.30 p.m. in Muhamalai FDL's. Two soldiers sustained minor injuries. Army continues to recover Arms & explosives etc - Batticaloa on 30th May 2007 In a search operation conducted by the Army on Wednesday (30) in Thoppigala South the following items were recovered 1. One x T-56 Assault Rifle. 2. One Kg x C-4 Explosives 3. Three x Detonators 4. 10 meters x Detonator Cord 5. Two x Remote Control Devices 6. One x Icom Set 7. 14 x Pouches Army recovers petrol bound for un-cleared areas - Mannar around 5:30 p.m. On a tip off by a civilian, troops recovered 150 liters of petrol from the Periyakade area around 5.30 p.m. this evening (30). The 150 liters of petrol in two cannes had been hidden behind a house in Periyakade. According to the Security Forces the stock had been ready to be transported to un-cleared areas of Mannar. Troop retaliation hits tiger armory in Palai - Jaffna on 30th May 2007 between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. Troops launched retaliatory artillery strikes against a LTTE mortar attack on the Muhamalai Forward Defence Line between 12.00 and 1.00 p.m. this afternoon (30). Artillery fire launched by troops hit a LTTE armory in Palai behind the Tiger forward defences. The armory is ablaze due to artillery fire by troops. No harm was reported to troops. Police recover detonators- Badulla on 30th May 2007 around 12:30 p.m. Police recovered the following from the vicinity of the Old Duthian Sports Club gate at the Racecourse ground in Badulla around 12.30 p.m. today (30). 04 x feet of Detonator Cord 01 x Electric Detonator 01 x Claymore Fuse 02 x Feet of Wire The detonators had been hidden near the Old Duthian Sports Club gate. Badulla Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 01 June 2007 Situation Report on 01 June 2007 Police seize biggest explosive stock in kurunegala - at 22:54 p.m hours on 01 June 2007 Police seized 1052 kg of C 4 explosives from a lorry at the Palugas handiya (junction) road block at Kotawehera, Nikaweratiya, Kurunegala around 3.30 p.m. today (01). The explosives had been stocked in 37 boxes each carrying 20 kg, the Police said. Lorry apprehended with contraband fuel in Mannar - at 15:49 p.m hours on 01st June Acting on information from a civilian source, police officers attached to Mannar police apprehended a lorry in which 350 liters of diesel was found hidden in an improvised tank at Mannar today (01) at noon. Officer & home guard shot dead by tigers in Anuradhapura - at 11:50 a.m hours on 01st June LTTE terrorists fired small arms at an Officer riding a motor cycle accompanied by a Home Guard this morning (01) at Thiruwegama in Kebbithigollewa. Situation Report on 02 May 2007 Situation Report on 02 May 2007 Three Tiger Terrorists Killed In Confrontation - Vavuniya, at 1:30 a.m. on 02 Jun In a confrontation between the Army and the LTTE terrorists in West Omanthai today (02) around 1:30 a.m. Three Tigers were confirmed killed in the incident. A soldier sustained minor injuries and was admitted to Vavuniya hospital. 630 Ltr of Diesel Found - Mannar, at 5:45 a.m. on 02 Jun Acting Of Information Received From A Civilian source Army troops recovered 630 liters of diesel hidden in Pallemunai in Mannar. (60 liters in 09 barrels and 45 liters in 02 barrels) today (02) around 5.45 a.m.. Mannar Police are conducting inquires. Air Force Attacks Two Tiger Terrorist Base - Batticaloa, at 8 a.m. on 2 Jun The Sri Lankan Air Force attack aircraft hit two identified tiger terrorist camps in Thoppigala today (02) at 8.00 a.m. It is reported that the LTTE bases sustained heavy damage. Land mine blast - Vavuniya, at 10:45 a.m. on 02 Jun LTTE terrorists detonated a landmine targeting Army troops Thawakkulam today (02) morning around 10.45 a.m. There were no casualties among the troops. Explosives Found - Trincomalee, at 2 p.m. on 02 Jun Acting on information received from a civilian source the Navy conducted a search operation in Ambuwelipuram in Trincomalee and recovered a haul of C-4 explosives weighing 6.5 Kg today (02) around 2.00 p.m. Terrorist killed - Vavuniya, on 02 Jun THE Army troops who conducted a search operation after the conformation with the LTTE in Kuchchikulam at dawn today (02) Situation Report on 04th June 2007 Situation Report on 04th June 2007 Air Force jets attack LTTE mortar positions in Vavuniya - Vavuniya on 04th June 2007 at 9:15 a.m. On Sunday (03) morning and evening , Sri Lanka Air Force fighter air crafts carried out FOUR air strikes and completely destroyed LTTE gathering places and mortar positions in Puliyankulam, North of Omanthai and two mortar positions in Palampiddi, in Vavuniya. On Monday (04) at 9.15 a.m., Air Force jets targeted and completely destroyed two LTTE mortar positions and gathering places in Palampiddi. Troops recover weapons and ammunition - Trincomalee on 03rd June 2007 around 10:40 a.m. Army Troops conducted a search operation in Killiveddi, Trincomalee around 10.40 a.m. on Sunday (03) and recovered the items given below concealed in a Cadjan Shed. 1. 01 x T 56 Assault rifle 2. 01 x T 81 Assault rifle 3. 02 x T56 Magazines 4. 04 x T81 Magazines 5. 51 x T56 Live Rounds 6. 03 x Hand Grenades 7. 01 x Belt Order 8. 01 x Filed Dressing Situation Report on 05th June 2007 Situation Report on 05th June 2007 Remains of two soldiers handed over to the Army at Omanthai in Vavuniya - at 12.45 p.m on 05th June 2007 The Army took over the bodies of two soldiers from the ICRC around 12.45 p.m. at the Omanthai entry/exit point today (05). The bodies were identified as of two soldiers out of the missing in action following clashes with the LTTE along the Vavuniya forward defence lines last Saturday (02). The LTTE had handed over 13 bodies to the ICRC claiming them to be of Army soldiers. The Army took over two bodies after identification and confirmation that they were of two army soldiers missing since the attack. The other bodies were returned to the ICRC as they were not of Army personnel. Aerial attack by SLAF on LTTE target at Mankulam in Vavuniya - at 09.20 a.m on 05th June 2007 An aerial attack was launched by the SLAF fighter jets on an identified LTTE targets in north of Mankulam today (05) around 09.20 a.m. SLAF confirmed that the heavy damages were occurred to the terrorists LTTE claymore attack at Ambalanthure in Batticaloa - at 10.30 a.m on 05th June 2007 Tiger terrorists launched a claymore bomb attack targeting STF troops in Ambalanture Thikkode road in Batticaloa today (05) around 10.30 a.m. One STF member was killed and one, wounded. The wounded STF member has been admitted to Kalawanchikudi hospital. Situation Report on 06th June 2007. Situation Report on 06th June 2007. Tigers blast claymore targeting troops at Puwarasankulam in Vavuniya - at 8.50 a.m on 06th June 2007. LTTE terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting security forces personnel traveling in a tractor in Puwarasankulam along the Vavuniya Mannar (A-30) road around 1.35 p.m. today (06). The security forces personnel in the tractor were distributing meals to soldiers on duty in the area. A soldier was killed in the attack while another with injuries was rushed to the Anuradhapura General Hospital for treatment. The claymore mine had been concealed in a pit covered in rain water. It had been detonated by a remote control device. A similar attack was reported ion Vavuniya around 8.50 a.m. today (06). Soldier killed at Kidachuri in Vavuniya - at 8.50 a.m on 06th June 2007. Army troops foot patrolling in Kidachuri Vavuniya was attacked with a claymore mine today (06) around 8.50 a.m. One soldier died in the attack and another, wounded. A search operation is in progress in the area. Situation Report on 07 June 2007 Situation Report on 07 June 2007 Five tiger terrorists killed in confrontation in Batticaloa - at 09:21 a.m hours on 07 June Troops confirm that in a confrontation on Wednesday (06) evening, five LTTE terrorists were killed in the area of Narakamulla in Thoppigala. Situation Report on 08 June 2007 Situation Report on 08 June 2007 STF "Niyathai Jaya" operations in kandikudichchiaru operations - at 15:49 p.m hours on 08th June The Special Task Forces (STF) continue to conduct Operations codenamed "Niyathai JAYA" to eradicate Terrorism in the Kanjikudchci area. With effect from Monday (04 until Thursday(07), the STF operating in the east recovered a haul of weapons, military hardware, equipment , food and essential items and accessories. More than ten terrorists killed in Batticaloa - at 20:26 p.m hours on 08th June The army troops launched successful retaliatory attacks against the terrorists in thoppigala today (08) at noon time. Dead bodies found in Wennappuwa - at 18:12 p.m hours on 08th June The Wennappuwa police recovered 09 decomposed dead bodies near the dummaladeniya Bridge in a thicket near lunuwila Road, Wennappuwa today (08) around 4.30 p.m. Air strike Kilinochchiya - at 16:43 pm hours on 08th June Sri lanka air force fighter jet planes pounded air strikes on the area around the LTTE airfield twice, first at 8.15 a.m. and next at noon today (08). 450 liters of diesel recovered in Mannar - at 15:39 p.m hours on 08th June Army troops recovered 450 liters of diesel in 06 barrels each containing 75 ltr, floating in the Sea off Pallimunai Mannar believed to have been transported to be given to terrorists today (08) around 7.30 a.m. Troops in confrontation with LTTE terrorists in Batticaloa - at 13:04 p.m hours on 08th June LTTE terrorists fired mortars targeting troops in the Thoppigla area this morning (08). Troops believe that the terrorists sustained heavy damage when the Army retaliated with effective mortar fire. Vigilant civilian averts major disaster in Colombo - at 11:19 a.m hours on 08th June The Special Task Force (STF) reacting instantly to information received from the public recovered a seven Kg claymore mine wrapped in a sleeping mat near Police Quarters only TWENTY meters from the main school gate of baron Jayatilleka Maha Vidyalaya on baron Jayatilleka Mawatha, Maligawatte today (08) at 9.00 a.m. Situation Report on 09th June 2007. Situation Report on 09th June 2007. Army destroys four LTTE camps and recovers military hardware at Thoppigala in Baticaloa - on 09th June 2007 The Army has successfully conducted operations in Pankudaveli North, and Narakamulla South in the Thoppigala Area in the past Twenty Four Hours. The Infantry including Army commandos supported by Artillery and Mortar fire completely destroyed Four LTTE camps in Ibbanvila, Veppanveli, Akkarativu and Mavediodai from where they had launched attacks against Troops. The Army confirms that Thirty LTTE terrorists have been killed in the confrontations including Three who had committed suicide in desperation. The Army has so far recovered heavy weapons including SIX Medium Purpose Machine Guns and Four Rocket Propelled Grenade Launchers , Twenty One T - 56 assault rifles and large quantities of live ammunition of all varieties including GPMG ammunition , Anti - personnel mines, explosive devices and military hardware. One soldier is reported killed in action and Seventeen have been admitted to hospital with minor injuries. Three dead bodies found at Dutuwewa in Vavuniya - at 10.45 a.m on 09th June 2007. Tiger terrorists launched a claymore bomb attack at the Police officers who had visited the site where unidentified dead body was found. The information about the body was received by Galkadawala Police. The dead body was apparently placed by terrorists to trap the police officers but due to their vigilance, they did not fall into the trap. The timely action taken by the Police officers and the Home guard had prevented a disaster. Terrorists had fled in the face of retaliatory fire. On a subsequent search operation, two dead bodies of civilians and a motor cycle were found in the vicinity. The incident took place Atambagaskada Road, Dutuwewa, in Vavuniya toady (09) around 10.45 a.m. The Home Guard received minor injuries. Situation Report on 10 June 2007 Situation Report on 10 June 2007 A Female terrorist killed - Vavuniya around 9:30 a.m on 10th June 2007 In a confrontation between the LTTE terrorists and the Army troops at Pandaripuliyankulam, Vavuniya today (10) around 9.30 a.m. a female terrorist was killed, and troops also recovered a T56 weapon. No damages were reported to the Army troops due to the confrontation. The dead body was later taken to the Vavuniya hospital. Arms & ammunition found - Jaffna on 10th June 2007 Acting on information received from a civilians source. Army troops found a M75 hand grenade hidden in an abandoned garden at Kondawil today (10). Again at noon, today acting on a tip-off from a civilian, troop who conducted a search operation in Chavakachcheri found following arms and ammunition in a water tank on abandoned home. 01 T-56 Weapon 03 Magazines 25 Ammunitions The information given by civilians in the North is a sign of the cooperation extended by the people to the security forces. The Navy recovers a rifle / hand grenades, dry rations and hand tractor - Trincomalee at 7:00 p.m on 10th June 2007 Sri Lankan Navy troops fired at LTTE terrorists moving suspiciously in the Kumbuppiddi area, Tricomalee on Saturday (09) at 7.00 pm in a tractor. The LTTE terrorists retaliated but fled abandoning the hand tractor and the items they were transporting. The Navy in the search operation which followed recovered the hand tractor and the items given below. 1. 01 x T 56 Assault rifle 2. 01 x T 56 Magazine 3. 03 x Hand Grenades 4. Large stocks of Dry Rations including Chicken Tinned fish, Potatoes, Dhal, Rice, over 100 packets of biscuits, large onions, chilies and coconut oil. No casualties were reported to Troops. Civilian information helps police recover military items - Trincomalee around 9:30 a.m on 10th June 2007 A special team from the Serunuwara Police on information received from a civilian recovered weapon and other items given below on Saturday (09) around 9.30 a.m. from a paddy field in Alankuda, Serunuwara. 1. 01 x T 56 Assault Rifle 2. 02 x T 56 Magazines 3. 37 x T56 Live Rounds 4. 02 x "Jony" Mines 5. 01 x Grid Map (Tamil) Serunuwara Police are conducting further investigations. Army recovers LTTE equipment in Pankunaweli area - Batticaloa on 10th June 2007 The Army recovered during search operations conducted in the past few days in the Pankunaweli area of Batticaloa, the items given below which were being used by the LTTE terrorists. 1. 01 x Satellite Disc 2. 04 x Oxygen Cylinders 3. 01 x Iron Cutter Machines LTTE fires at police guard point - Vavuniya around 11:20 p.m on 10th June 2007 LTTE terrorists fired small arms at the Police guard point at Egaraur on the Vavuniya-Mannar road on Saturday (09) around 11.20 p.m. The Terrorists fled when the Police retaliated No injuries or damage to property was reported. Situation Report on 11th June 2007 Situation Report on 11th June 2007 Army recovers huge stock of 82 mm mortar bombs at Verugal in Batticaloa - on 11th June 2007. Army troops conducting a search operation on information from a civilian in the Verugal area, Trincomaee, recovered one of the largest stocks of 82 mm Mortar bombs which had been concealed by the LTTE terrorists. 597 x 82mm Mortar Bombs 03 x Anti-Tank Mines This stock of 82 mm mortar bombs and Anti- tank mines had been abandoned by the LTTE terrorists when they fled from the Army onslaught. Situation Report on 12 June 2007 Situation Report on 12 June 2007 Arms and ammunition found Trincomalee - at 15:52 p.m. on 12th June Acting on a tip-off from a civilian army troops found a haul of arms and ammunition at Verugal, Trincomalee yesterday (11) around 6.30 p.m. Two Tamil youth shot dead by suspected LTTE cadres in Vavuniya - at 19:36 p.m on 12th June Two Tamil youths, Anthonypillai Sudhaharan and Jeyamuspillai Sudhaharan were found dead with gun shot injuries in the jungles of Iluppukulam this morning (12). Army foils LTTE attack: kills 4 tiger cadres in Batticaloa - at 15:47 p.m. on 12th June The army successfully foiled an LTTE attack against a troop foot patrol, killing 4 tiger cadres and seizing following explosive devices today (12) morning. LTTE Gun down deserter in Batticaloa - at 15:44 p.m hours on 12th June A former LTTE cadre, manoraj (22) was abducted and later shot dead by the LTTE in Mawadiwembu last night (11). Tiger claymore attack averted in Trincomalee - at 10:39 a.m hours on 12th June Naval troops conducting route clearing patrol detected and destroyed a road side claymore mine near 6th mile post in the Trincomalee-Nilaweli road around 8.50 a.m. today (12). Attempt to blast the transformer fails in Colombo - at 09:14 a.m. on 12th June An attempt has been taken by LTTE terrorists to blast a high voltage transformer at Kuruniyawatta, Wellampitiya in COLOMBO today (12) around 7:10 a.m. Vavuniya : Omanhai entry point will be open today (12) from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This step was taken to facilitate the devotees to participate freely at the annual ceremony at St. Anthony's Church, Allappili, on a request made by the government agent, Kilinochchi from the Ministry of Defence. Army chief reviews Jaffna security - at 21:56 hours on 12th June Army Commander Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka touring the Jaffna peninsular today (12) held discussions with the Division Commanders of the 51, 52, 53 and 55 Divisions and Brigade Commanders on measures needed to strengthen the security of the peninsula. Vehicles Found - Batticaloa on 12 Jun On search a operation conducted at Thoppigala army troops recovered following vehicles 12. 03 x Excavators, 01 Boom truck, 01 x Water bowser, 01 x Van, 01 x Lorry Situation Report on 13 June 2007 Situation Report on 13 June 2007 Arms and Ammunition Found - Jaffna, at 5:00 a.m. on 13 Jun Army troops who conducted a search operation found a haul of arms and ammunition in Tampalai, in Jaffna today (13) around 5:00 a.m. The recovered items are 03 T 56 weapons, and 07 magazines. In Karaweddi area, the troops were able to recover a claymore mine weighing 5 kg, in an abandoned land today (13) around 8:00 a.m. Today at 9:30 a.m. acting on a tip-off from a civilian source, army troops found 02 hand grenades at a bus stop in Chavakachcheri. Situation Report on 14 June 2007 Situation Report on 14 June 2007 Navy arrests cement destined for tigers - Mannar on 14th May 2007 around 3:30 p.m. Sri Lanka Navy's inshore patrol craft (IPC) patrolling in the Mannar seas arrested three (03) boats and five (05) crew members who were engaged in transporting cement for LTTE terrorists around 3.30 p.m. yesterday (13). When the IPCs were patrolling in the Mannar seas they had observed three suspicious boats heading towards Vedithalathivu area. On closing up for investigations, the crew members of the suspected boats started to throw cement bags overboard. The naval troops then took into custody the three (03) boats, ten (10) cement bags along with the crew members. These boats have left from Pesalai in Mannar with the cement consignment for the tigers in Vedithalathivu area. Five suspects were handed over to the Thalaimannar Police for further investigations. Warning shots fired by sailor at unidentified person - Trincomalee on 14th May 2007 around 10:30 p.m. A sentry on duty at the naval detachment in alles garden area having observed an unidentified person approaching the detachment warned verbally and fired a few warning shots as he continued to walk despite his warning towards the point around 10.30 p.m. yesterday (13). A sailor who was performing sentry duties issued verbal warnings and as there was no response fired warning shots at the unidentified person who walked towards the security area. The unidentified person has then run towards the Club Oceanic hotel in Trincomalee. On investigations it was revealed that the person who had approached the detachment during dark was a Pilipino national named "Aptonio Vilamor" working in a NGO named "Mercy Corps" in Trincomalee. Due to the warning shots, the Pilipino national sustained minor injuries and was taken to the Trincomalee hospital and later transferred to Colombo for medical treatment. Uppuweli Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 15th June 2007 Situation Report on 15th June 2007 330 Gelignite rods recovered by Police at Sillaadi area in Puttalam - on 15th June 2007 Puttalam Police found 330 gelignite rods inside a spare tire of a private van in the Sillaadi Area on information received from the public. Last year 660 gelignite rods were found in the same area. In the last few days a huge haul of weapons and explosives including accessories were recovered by the Security Forces and the Police on information received from the public. Puttalam Police are conducting investigations. Two Tiger Terrorists Killed in Muhamalai FDL's - Jaffna, on 15 Jun Troops fired at a group of LTTE terrorists attempting to attack the Muhamalai FDL'S on Friday (15). Two LTTE terrorists were reported killed in the incident. Troops Recover Military Items on Information from Civilians - Batticaloa, 15 Jun Army troops recovered the items given below from the Mookaral area, Batticaloa, on Friday (15) on information received from a civilian. 1. T 56 Weapon - 1 2. T 56 magazines - 5 3. T 56 Live ammunition - 200 4. Pouches - 1 5. Cyanide Capsule - 1 6. Hand grenades - 2 7. Dog tag - 1 During the last few days there has been a very significant increase in the number of weapons, explosives and other items of military hardware recovered by the Security Forces and the Police due to information from the public. Situation Report Situation Report on 16th June 2007 Situation Report on 17th June 2007 Situation Report on 17th June 2007 Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Army troops conducted a search operation on information received from a civilian and recovered two Suicide Belts, three T-56 Weapons and seven magazines concealed behind a Kovil in West Valikaman. Situation Report on 18th June 2007 Situation Report on 18th June 2007 LTTE cadre killed in retaliation - Trincomalee around 9:45 on 18th June 2007 A LTTE cadre was killed when troops retaliated against a LTTE attack on an Army foot patrol in the Ralkuli area in Trincomalee around 9.45 a.m. this morning (18). Fierce retaliation by troops forced LTTE terrorists to flee the area. A T-56 weapon, a magazine and a stock of dry rations were recovered by troops from the area. Troops launched an immediate search operation to find the fleeing terrorists. LTTE cadre surrenders to the Army - Batticaloa on 18th June 2007 A LTTE cadre identified as Loganathan Ravindran (23), surrendered to the Army at Valachchenai last evening (16). He complained that he decided to surrender to the Army as he was disgusted with the LTTE Organization. Situation Report on 19 June 2007 Situation Report on 19 June 2007 Child cadres surrender in Batticaloa - at 16:32 p.m hours on 19th June Three LTTE child recruits who escaped the LTTE camp in Toppigala surrendered to the Security Forces today (19) morning. Two t-56 weapons found in Batticaloa - at 16:30 p.m hours on 19th June Acting on a tip-off from a civilian source, Army troops recovered 02 T-56 weapons in ERAVUR in Batticaloa today (19). Troops are conducting a search operation throughout the day. Protest by women in Batticaloa - at 14:30 p.m hours on 19th June A group of Tamil women conducted a protest campaign against LTTE terrorists who had killed their husbands and sons, in Batticaloa town today (19). An abductee rescued in Polonnaruwa - at 13:53 p.m hours on 19th June LTTE terrorists have abducted four civilians in Yakkure area in Polonnaruwa yesterday (18), around 2.00 p.m. After one hour, 03 of the abductees had been released. One abductee remains in terrorists custody. The terrorists have demanded a ransom of Rs.50,000 and 15 meal packets for his release. Three terrorists killed in Batticaloa - at 11:31 a.m hours on 19th June Three tiger terrorists who were believed to be fleeing from Thoppigala area were killed in a confrontation with army troops in Thrikonamadu, WELIKANDA, in Batticaloa today (19) around 7.30 a.m. The troops have recovered three LTTE dead bodies along with 03 T - 56 weapons, 01 pistol and 03 hand grenades. Three terrorists killed in Vavuniya - at 09:04 a.m hours on 19th June According to latest reports, three LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with army troops on foot patrol duty at Periyathampanai, Vavuniya on Sunday (17). Troops have not received any losses. Situation Report on 21 June 2007 Situation Report on 21 June 2007 Claymore blast kills three Soldiers in Jaffna - Jaffna on 21st June 2007 around 5:20 p.m. Three soldiers were killed and another sustained injuries in a LTTE claymore mine attack against an Army tractor in the Old Park road around 5.20 p.m. today (21). The injured were rushed to the Palali hospital for treatment. A search operation was launched subsequent to the attack. 43rd LTTE cadre from Thoppigala area surrenders to Army - Batticaloa on 21st June 2007 around 10:30 a.m. Nineteen year old Selvanayagam Jeyaseelan who had been forcibly conscripted by the LTTE surrendered to the Sandivel road block in Batticaloa on Wednesday (20) around 10.30 a.m. Jeyaseelan is the 43rd LTTE cadre from the Thoppigala area who has surrendered to the Security Forces and the Police of a total of 657 former LTTE cadres who have surrendered until yesterday (20). Meanwhile, Troops also arrested an LTTE activist at the Siththandy road block yesterday. He has been handed over to the Eravur police for further investigations. Situation Report on 22 June 2007 Situation Report on 22 June 2007 Sailor killed in LTTE pistol group attack - Mannar on 22nd June 2007 around 2:20 p.m. A sailor who was shot while on route picket duty in Pasalai around to 2.10 p.m. today ( 22) succumbed to his injuries after admission to the Mannar hospital, the Navy said. The attack had been carried out by the LTTE pistol group members. The Navy has launched the search operation in the area. LTTE attempts to exploit relaxed fishing restrictions - Trincmalee on 22nd June 2007 around 10:30 a.m. Today at around 10:30 a.m Sri Lanka Navy Vessels Observing a suspicious boat among the fishing boats in the Nilaweli Seas surrounded it. Having observed three occupants in the boat the Navy fired warning shots resulting in the boat instantly exploding. Navy divers thereafter found the body of a female Tiger cadre. The Navy is conducting further investigations. It was only on Thursday (21) that some restrictions which had been imposed on fishing were relaxed for the benefit of he fishermen. However, no sooner were these relaxed, the LTTE terrorists had attempted to take advantage of the situation by disguising themselves as fishermen and using the situation for their own terrorist activities. Four LTTE terrorist dead in two confrontations - Jaffna on 22nd June 2007 around 2:00 a.m. Three LTTE terrorists were killed another committed suicide and. four T-56 assault rifles were recovered today (22), in two incidents when troops on patrol were confronted by LTTE terrorists in Jaffna. The first incident occurred when troops conducting a patrol in the Kathkovilam area, Point Pedro fired at a group of LTTE terrorists engaged in suspicious activities around 2.00 a.m. one had been killed in the confrontation while the other had committed suicide. The second incident was when LTTE terrorists fled during a confrontation with an Army foot patrol in the Muhamalai area, today (22) around 4.30 a.m. In a search operation which followed two bodies and two T-56 assault rifles were found by Troops. Total of four LTTE bodies and four T-56 assault rifles were recovered. Recoveries by troops in the north East - North East on 21st June 2007 around 4:00 p.m. The Army conducting search operations in the North East have recovered the items given below from the respective areas. 1. Batticaloa: On Thursday (21) around 4.00 p.m. a. 1600 Rounds x T 56 live Ammunition b. 14 x 81mm Mortar cartridges 2. Vavuniya: On Thursday (21) sixteen Anti Personnel mines. 3. Jaffna: On Wednesday (20), Troops conducting search operations in the FDL area recovered four bar mines. Navy recovers nine mines (including 25 kg mine) & other items - Trincmalee on 21st June 2007 around 1:00 p.m. Navy Troops on information from a civilian recovered the items given below from an area known as "Raalpalama" in the Kattaparichchan area on Thursday (21) around 1.00 p.m. 1. 01 x Twenty (25) Kg Multi- Purpose Mine 2. 02 x Ten (10) Kg Claymore mines 3. 06 x Five (05) Kg Claymore Mine 4. 01 x Pressure Bomb 5. 03 x Manpack Type (Communication equipment items) 6. 03 x VHF Communication equipment LTTE Fire at police guard post - Talaimannar on 21st June 2007 around 7:00 p.m. On Thursday (21) around 7.00 pm LTTE terrorists fired at a Police Guard post in the Pesalai area. Policemen were injured and the Police retaliated. A injured policeman succumbed to his injuries in the Mannar hospital. Talaimannar Police are conducting investigations. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 25th June 2007. LTTE terrorist killed in confrontation at Omanthai in Vavuniya - at 4.42 p.m on 24th June. A LTTE terrorist who attempted to launch an attack at Troops in West Omanthai area on Sunday (24) at 4.40 pm was killed in the confrontation. Situation Report on 26 June 2007 Situation Report on 26 June 2007 LTTE pistol cadre shot dead - Mannar on 26th June 2007 Two strangers whom the naval troops observed walking suspiciously were ordered to stop but, disobeying orders they had tried to escape. Consequently, naval troops had shot them and one was killed. The naval troops had recovered a T 56 weapon and 02 magazines in his possession. Meanwhile, it has been revealed that the suspect had been a member of the LTTE pistol gang roaming in the area and suspected to be the terrorist who had shot at the naval troops killing a sailor last Friday (22). The naval troops are conducting a search operation to nab the terrorist who had fled. Navy sources believe the dead terrorist was a prominent member of the pistol gang who targeted members of Security Forces and Police during past weeks. Pesalai Police are making investigations. Infiltration foiled - Jaffna on 26th June 2007 around 1:00 a.m Terrorists who tried to infiltrate though the FDL at Muhamale, Jaffna, today (26) in the wee hours around 1.00 a.m. were shot by the army troops. Terrorists fled in the face of retaliation which caused heavy damages to them. No damages were reported to the army. Situation Report on 27 June 2007 Situation Report on 27 June 2007 Media briefing - at 16:04 hours on 27th June At the Media Briefing held on the 27th of June at the Media Center for national security, Defence spokesman, Hon. Dr, Keheliya Rambukwella dealt with, 1. The Claymore mine found at Rajagiriya. 2. The Present situation of the clearing operation of Thoppigala LTTE base. 3. The Recent incidents of abduction of persons in the southern part of the country. 4. Abductions of persons, demanding of Ransoms, forcible collection of Gold jewelry by LTTE cadres from innocent civilians in the LTTE held areas of the North and East. Public vigilance enables detection of high explosives - Thekkawatta, Vavuniya in Vavuniya - at 11:06 hours on 27th June Heightened public vigilance enables the security forces personnel to detect yet another haul of high explosives at Thekkawatta, in the Vavuniya area. Another LTTE attack on SL army troops - Thalaiadi, Mannar - at 11:03 hours on 27th June Yet another attack was launched by THE LTTE when they opened fired at SL Army troops at approximately 2.55 a.m., today - Wednesday the 26th of June. LTTE Attacks Civil Defence Force Guard Point - Awaranthulawa, Vavuniya - at 10:33 hours on 27th June The Civil Defence Force Guard point situated at Awaranthulawa, in the Vavuniya area came under attack by the LTTE at approximately 1.00 a.m. today - Wednesday the 26th of June. Situation Report on 28th June 2007 Situation Report on 28th June 2007 11 tiger cadres killed in retaliatory attacks at Mavil Aru in Trincomalee - on 28th June 2007. Retaliation by troops killed 11 tiger cadres in an area 5 km west of Mavil Aru in the Trincomalee district this morning. The LTTE cadres were escaping fighting in Thoppigala in the face of advancing troops, the Army said. Troops, who successfully trapped the escaping LTTE cadres, ambushed them west of Mavil Aru killing 11 of them and recovering a stock of T-56 weapons, 3 hand grenades and a radio. The Army launched a search operation immediately to confront any LTTE cadres that could be taking cover in the area. No harm was reported to troops. Successful air raid destroys 02 LTTE base camps at Nedunkerni in Mulaitivu - at 06.15 on 28th June 2007. Jubilant SL Air Force jet fighter personnel today - Thursday the 28th of June made, yet another foray into the LTTE rebel held area, and completely destroyed 02 LTTE military camps. The camps were situated in the Nedunkerni area of Mulaitivu. The SL Air force ''fighter pilots'' accomplished their successful mission at 06.15 a.m., this morning (28). An officer and a soldier dead in a cowardly LTTE attack at Nawanthurai in Jaffna - at 9.00 on 28th June 2007. An officer and a soldier of the SL Army's ''motorbike patrol squad '' died today -Thursday the 28th of June, when a Claymore mine was exploded by the LTTE. The explosion occurred when the personnel of the SL Army's '' Motor bike squad" were on patrol duty. This is a another instance, the LTTE has been unmasked showing their absolute cowardice, to the world at large, when they are incapable of confronting SL Security Forces personnel ''head on''. SL Army has immediately launched cordon and search operations, with a view to engaging any LTTE troops, remaining in the area, after their cowardly act. The incident took place at 9.00 a.m. in the Nawanthurai area in Jaffna. Situation Report on 29 June 2007 Situation Report on 29 June 2007 LTTE pistol group hunts down former child cadre - Batticaloa on 28th June 2007 LTTE pistol group members shot dead Thiravaladan Nishanthan, a former child soldier in Siththandi last night (28). 16 year old Nishanthan was shot while he was attending a religious festival at the Murugan Kovil. The victim had been forcibly recruited by the LTTE some time back. He had deserted the organization in disappointment. It has been reported that recruits who desert the LTTE face revenge attacks by Tamil Tigers. Their families are also subjected to harassments. Another brutal killing of a Tamil politician by the LTTE - Ampara The Barbaric LTTE leadership has once again, given the green light to its frenzied cadres to go berserk, in ordering the elimination of yet another politician of the Tamil Community. The inhuman LTTE cadres this time targeted the much loved politician of Thirukkovil, Selvanayagam Udayakumar; the Chairman of the Pradeshiya Sabha of Thirukkovil. Mr. Udayakumar, aged 34 was a member of the Tamil National Alliance (TNA). The assassins lobbed a hand grenade to kill Mr. Udayakumar who was standing outside his residence, at the time of the incident. Meanwhile Police investigation related to the incident have already commenced. This incident occurred at 8.45 p.m. yesterday - Thursday the 28th of June. LTTE's cowardly claymore blasts continues - Jaffna on 29th June 2007 at 8:15 The cowardly acts of the LTTE organization continues alarmingly day by day, thereby disrupting the otherwise peaceful lives of the people of the Jaffna peninsula. The frantic LTTE cadres this time resorted to their now famous cowardly act of exploding yet another claymore mine in the Makiyapiddi area of Jaffna. The victims of their remote controlled blast this time, caused the minor injuries to two SL Army personnel who were on a road clearing patrol, to facilitate the movement of the general public in the area. This incident which occurred at 8.15 a.m. today - Friday the 29th of June also caused serious injuries to a civilian of the area. Whilst the injured soldiers were rushed to the military hospital at Palaly, the civilian has already received immediate medical attention at the hospital at Thelippalai. Search Operation is in progress. Situation Report on 30 June 2007 Situation Report on 30 June 2007 Fleeing LTTE terrorists kill four civilians - Trincomalee Four civilians from a group of civilians who on Friday (28) went to collect cattle and engage in fishing into the jungles of Mavilaru, Serunuwara were killed when they were shot at by a group of LTTE terrorists. The bodies are lying at the Kantale hospital. The LTTE terrorists had fired at the civilians when fleeing from the advancing Troops in Thoppigala area. Kantale Police are conducting investigations. Two Tamil civilians shot dead by LTTE pistol gang - Jaffna on 30th June 2007 at 4:30 A LTTE pistol gang shot dead two Tamil civilians while riding a motor cycle in Nallur at 4.30 p.m. on Friday (29). They were identified as - 1. Singaravel Yogendran ( 29) 2. Subramanium Ambige ( 39) Jaffna Police are conducting investigations. Army recovers 15 Kg claymore mine on information from civilian - Vavuniya on 29th June 2007 around 9:40 Troops on Friday (29) around 9.40 p.m. conducted a search operation on information received from a civilian in the Thonigal area, Vavuniya, and recovered a 15 Kg Claymore Mine. The Security Forces conclude that according to the civilian who provided the information and the nature of the Claymore mine indicates that it was prepared for destructive purposes against the Security Forces or against civilians. Situation Report on 01st July 2007. Situation Report on 01st July 2007. Members of the civil defence force successfully confront the LTTE at Thambalagamuwa in Trincomalee - at 3.30 on 01st July 2007. Today (01) around 3.00 a.m. a patrol consisting of Members of The Civil Defence Force confronted a group of LTTE terrorists at Thambalagamuwa, Trincomalee. They confirm that the LTTE fled with heavy casualties. A search operation was conducted after the incident and they confirm that blood stains left behind by the terrorists indicate that they had sustained heavy casualties. The items given below were recovered from the area. 01 x T 56 Assault Rifle 01 x Micro Pistol 01 x Laptop Computer 04 x Stretchers A large quantity of Rice, Dhal and dry rations These frequent confrontations with the Security Forces indicate that the LTTE terrorists are fleeing from the Thoppigala area to escape from the final onslaught by the Security Forces. The LTTE terrorists are left with one of two alternatives. That is either face the continuing attacks or at best, surrender to the Security Forces or the Police. Situation Report on 02 July 2007 Situation Report on 02 July 2007 STF recover a T56 rifle/magazines/ammunition and anti personnel mines in Ampara/Batticaloa - at 11:34 hours on 02nd July On Sunday (01), the STF on information from a civilian recovered the items given below from the Annamalai area, Ampara , 14 Colony. Security forces & police recover abandoned underground LTTE hospital in Trincomalee - at 11:32 hours on 02nd July Army troops and the police conducting a search operation on Sunday (01) evening in the area of Thoppur- Pullikudiyirippu Police area found an abandoned LTTE underground hospital in the jungle. Troops recovered two stretchers, used mattresses, pillows, unusable medical items, trailers and a water trailer. LTTE female cadre killed in confrontation in Vavuniya - at 08:43 hours on 02nd July On Saturday (30) night, LTTE terrorists launched an attack on Troops at Iranairuppukulam, Vavuniya. Troops successfully retaliated. Situation Report on 03 July 2007 Situation Report on 03 July 2007 Troops recover roadside bombs ahead of FDL In Polonnaruwa - at 20:59 hours on 03rd July Troops on a search operation located two claymore mines just ahead of the Forward Defence line in Kokkuthuduwai in Weli-Oya today (03). Air force pounds identified LTTE targets in Batticaloa - at 19:51 hours on 03rd July Air force fighter jets providing combat air support to ground troops raided two identified LTTE targets west of Narakamulla in Thoppigala this morning (03). Three soldiers killed in Vavuniya - at 16:05 hours on 03rd July LTTE terrorists attacked army troops who were giving security to troops traveling to have a bath in Kandapuram, Vavuniya today (03) around 2.40 p.m. As a result three soldiers were killed. A search operation is in progress. Policemen shot in Jaffna - at 11:00 hours on 03rd July LTTE pistol gang had shot the policeman who was traveling to duty at the JAFFNA court today (03) around 7.45 a.m. He was wounded in the leg and was admitted to the JAFFNA hospital. Four terrorists killed in Jaffna - at 09:44 a.m hours on 03rd July Army attacked LTTE cadres who had been observing the FDL at Muhamalai yesterday (02) around 6.45 p.m. Claymore Mine Found in Jaffna - at 09:35 hours on 03rd July Acting On A Tip-Off From A Civilian Source Army Troops recovered a claymore mine weighing 12 Kg buried in an abandoned land in Vembarai, Meesalai in Jaffna yesterday (02) around 6.30 p.m. Also 06 batteries and 02 electronic detonators were found. Situation Report on 04th July 2007 Situation Report on 04th July 2007 Two LTTE Cadres Killed In Confrontation with - Ampara, at 7:30 on 04 Jul Two LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation between the Special Task Force (STF) and the LTTE terrorists on Wednesday (04) around 7:30 p.m. at Santhipuram Paladi, Ampara. The bodies of TWO LTTE terrorists were recovered with the items given below. 1. Two x T 56 Assault rifles 2. Four x Magazines 3. Three x Hand Grenades 4. Two x webbing 5. One x LTTE identity tag Ten LTTE Terrorists Killed in Confrontation - Vavuniya, on 05 Jul Army troops conducting a search operation on Thursday (05) afternoon were confronted by the LTTE Terrorists at Periyathampani, Vavuniya. Troops confirm that over ten (10) LTTE Terrorists were killed as they fled when Troops retaliated and many were also injured. Air strikes on LTTE targets at Thoppigala in Batticaloa - around 9.00 on 04th July 2007 Sri Lanka Air Force pounded using fighter jets on four clearly identified LTTE targets in west of Thoppigala today (04) around 9.00 a.m. Terrorists were trying to prevent the forward march of the humanitarian mission to capture Thoppigala. Yesterday (03) too, Air Force in Thoppigala raided LTTE targets to support the army troops moving forward. Troops recover a t-56 rifle & ammunition on information from a civilian - Jaffna around 10:30 a.m on 04th July 2007 On information received from a civilian on Wednesday (04), Troops recovered the items given below around 10.30 a.m. from Jaffna town. 1. One x T56 Assault rifle 2. One x T 56 magazine 3. 29 x T 56 live ammunition Two LTTE cadres killed in confrontation - Vavuniya around 10:45 on 04th July 2007 Two LTTE terrorists were killed and weapons were recovered when they confronted Troops conducting a foot patrol in Vavuniya, Omanthai West around 10.45 a.m. yesterday (04). Troops recover anti- personnel & claymore mines - Batticaloa on 04th July 2007 Troops conducting a search operation to "Liberate" the Thoppigala South East area on humanitarian considerations on Wednesday (04) recovered the following items. 1. 39 x Anti- Personnel Mines 2. 03 x Claymore mines 3. 20 Ft x Wire 4. 03 x 120 mm bombs 5. 90 x 60 mm mortar bombs 6. 03 x RPG bombs 7. 02 x T -56 weapons 8. 01 x 60 mm mortar 9. 04 x IED 10. 04 x Belt order 11. 01 x Pouch 12. 120 x 60 mm mortar cartridges 13. 90 x 60 mm mortar fuses 14. 01 x Generator Civilian Casualties due To LTTE Terrorist Activities - Vavuniya, at 4:45 on 05 Jul On Thursday (05) around 4:45 p.m. LTTE terrorists detonated a Claymore Mine near the Suvendrapilaw School on the Nelumkulam - Settikulam Road, Vavuniya. As a result of the explosion, an innocent civilian (70 years old) who was on the road at the time he was killed. Troops recover 141 anti personnel mines - Vavuniya around 3:30 on 04th July 2007 In a search operation conducted by Troops in the Periyathampanai area, Vavuniya around 3.30 p.m. on Wednesday (04), the items given below were recovered. 1. 141 x Anti personnel mines 2. 01 x 81 mm mortar bomb Two LTTE cadres killed in confrontation with STF - Ampara around 7:30 on 04th July 2007 Two LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation between the Special Task Force (STF) and the LTTE terrorists on Wednesday (04) around 7.30 p.m. at Santhipuram Paladi, Ampara. The bodies of two LTTE terrorists were recovered with the items given below. 1. Two x T 56 Assault rifles 2. Four x Magazines 3. Three x Hand Grenades 4. Two x webbing 5. One x LTTE identity tag Situation Report on 05 July 2007 Situation Report on 05 July 2007 Troops Recover Mines/Explosives/ Ammunition on Information - Trincomalee, at 8:45 on 05 Jul On information received, troops recovered from Kadavana the items given below on Thursday (05) at 8:45 p.m. 1. Eleven (11) x 5 Kg Claymore mines 2. Sixty Five (65) x 60mm mortar bombs 3. 8250 Live rounds (11 boxes x 750 rounds) x 7.62 ammunition LTTE Terrorists Target Villages with Mortar Fire - Welioya, at 5:30 p.m. on 05 Jul LTTE terrorist targeted the Aththawetunuwewa, Janakapura area, in the Welioya area with 60mm mortar fire on Thursday (05) between 5.00 pm and 5.30 p.m. No damage to life or property has been reported. The Army retaliated. Situation Report on 05 July 2007 Situation Report on 06 July 2007 Fleeing Terrorists Attacked - Batticaloa, at 5:30 on 06 Jul Army troops who had observed a small group of terrorists fleeing in two tractors at Thoppigala West shot them today (06) around 5:30 p.m. Troops believe that heavy damages were caused to terrorists. Troops are continuing the search operation in the area. Air Strikes on Three LTTE Targets - Mannar / Batticaloa, at 6:15 on 06 Jul Three air strikes were directed at identified LTTE terrorist targets by the Sri Lanka Air Force in the morning today (06). The first Air Strike was at a LTTE terrorist target in Palampiddi, East of Mannar at 6:15 a.m. The Air Force attacked two LTTE Terrorist targets in West of Thoppigala at 6:20 a.m. The Air strikes were in support of infantry Troops engaged in humanitarian operations in the Thoppigala area. The Air Force confirms that the targets were successfully engaged. Police Recover Communication Equipment on Tip- off - Colombo, on 06 Jul The police responsible for the dam street area, Colombo on duty in the Gunasinghepura Bus Terminal area received information regarding a travel bag which appeared suspicious. The Police on inspection of the travel bag recovered a the under-mentioned items. 1. Nine (09) x hand held comm sets 2. One x Motorolla base station comm set 3. Antenna for the com set 4. Wires and all required accessories Dam Street Police are conducting further inquiries. Air Strikes In Support Of Troops Operating in Thoppigala Area - Batticaloa, on 05 Jul The Sri Lanka Air Force targeted three Air Strikes on LTTE targets in the West and South West of Thoppigala area on Thursday (05) afternoon. The air strikes on LTTE Terrorist targets were successful in supporting Army Troops conducting operations in the area. Six Soldiers Killed - Batticaloa on 06 Jul A small group of terrorists hiding in the West of Thoppigala had fired mortar shells at soldiers who were on search operation in the Narakamulla North area in the morning hours. Six soldiers were killed in the ensuing confrontation. Troops retaliated. The search operation is in progress in the area. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 07th July 2007 Three terrorists killed at Kuchchaweli in Trincomalee - around 4.00 on 07th Jul 2007. Tiger terrorists attacked the Navy troops on foot patrol at Kuchchaweli in Trincomalee today (07) around 4.00 p.m.. Three terrorists were killed in the ensuing confrontation. On a subsequent search operation, a large stock of arms and equipment were recovered. Two pronged LTTE attack successfully repulsed by the Navy at Kallarawa in Trincomalee - around 9.30 on 07th Jul 2007. Two sea tiger boats are reported to be missing according to LTTE communication intercepts monitored by the Navy after the confrontation between the Sri Lanka Navy and the Sea Tigers in the sea off Kallarawa around 9.30 p.m. on Saturday (07). The Sri Lanka Navy is continuing to conduct search operations in the area. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 08th July 2007. LTTE terrorist killed in confrontation at Siththandy in Batticaloa - on 08th Jul 2007. LTTE terrorist who were fleeing from the Thoppigala area to escape from the severe onslaught of advancing Troops had fired small arms at an Army road patrol (picket) in the Siththandy area in the early hours of today (08). The terrorists had fled carrying with them their injured cadres when Troops retaliated. A body of a terrorist, two hand grenades and a Cyanide capsule were recovered in the search operation which followed the incident. Four air strikes on LTTE targets at Thoppigala in Batticaloa - around 1.30 on 08th Jul 2007 Sri Lanka Air Force pounded four air strikes in the West of Thoppigala using fighter jets on LTTE mortar located positions today (08) around 1.30 p.m. According to Air Force sources, air strikes were successful. Airmen injured at Katunayake - around 3.45 on 08th Jul 2007. Four airmen were injured when a weapon fixed to a Sri Lanka Air Force air plane went off while it was being cleaned at the Air Force camp, Katunayake today (08) around 3.45 p.m. There was no damage to the air plane. Troops advance cautiously South of Thoppigala and North of Narakamulla - on 08th Jul 2007. Thoppigala area located in the Batticaloa District is a vast area of nearly 860 square kilometers which for many years had been under the control of the LTTE terrorists. During these years, they had consolidated their positions by constructing bunkers, gun positions, setting up booby traps and burying huge quantities of anti - personnel mines. Troops have now advanced from North of Narakamulla towards Thoppigala and also South of Thoppigala towards Narakamulla. A total of nearly 800 square kilometers have now been cleared in an area of nearly 860 square kilometers including vacated positions and have recovered large stocks of anti - personnel mines, ammunition and warlike material . However, progress has been slow as Troops have to advance with caution until the de-mining is completed to take complete control of the entire area. The LTTE Tigers are now confined to about 50 - 60 square kilometers and are attempting to flee in smaller groups to escape advancing troops. On Friday (06) evening over 15 Tigers were killed when the two tractors in which they were traveling were destroyed by Troops. In the wee hours of today (08), Troops confronted another group of fleeing Tigers from Thoppigala . The Tigers had fled leaving one dead with two hand grenades and a cyanide capsule Situation Report on 09th July 2007. Situation Report on 09th July 2007. Troops recover t 56 assault rifle with live rounds - Jaffna on 08th July 2007 Troops conducting a search operation in the Ponnar area, Jaffna, on Sunday (08) recovered the items given below. 1. One x T 56 Assault Rifles 2. One x T 56 magazine with live rounds 3. Seven x Explosives Bars (to be used as mines) Troops recover 15 anti-personnel mines - Batticaloa on 08th July 2007 Troops conducting a search operation on Sunday (08) in the Periyawadduwan area, Batticaloa, recovered 15 Anti personnel mines. The Army bomb disposable team later defused the mines. Situation Report on 10 July 2007 Situation Report on 10 July 2007 Two terrorists killed in Vavuniya - at 18:43 hours on 10th July The ground troops of the SL army has confirmed that two tiger terrorists were killed and six were injured in the confrontation that occurred between the LTTE cadres and the troops in front of FDL in Vavuniya on Monday (09) around 9.35 p.m. LTTE cadres who escaped surrendered in Vavuniya - at 18:41 hours oon 10th July Three LTTE cadres who escaped from their organization in the Madu in VAVUNIYA have surrendered to Murunkan Police on Tuesday (10) around 8.30 a.m. Police sources have revealed. Two LTTE camps captured in Batticaloa - at 10:11 hours on 10th July Security forces captured two abandoned LTTE camps in the North - West of Toppigala. a large stock of arms and equipment used by the LTTE also were found. Three air strikes Batticaloa - at 10:03 hours on 10th July Sri Lanka air force pounded air strikes using fighter air planes on three LTTE targets in the west of Toppigala on Monday (09) around 12.10 p.m. It is believed that the targets were the places from which terrorists had launched attacks on the security forces in the past few days. Ten terrorists killed in Trincomalee - at 10:01 hours on 10th July Intercepted communication of LTTE terrorists has revealed that the 02 terrorist vessels had disappeared consequent to a confrontation between Navy and the terrorists in Kallarawa off Trincimalee on Monday (09). According to Navy sources, 10 terrorists were killed, including 'Neelan', senior Tiger leader bearing no 0018. Situation Report on 11 July 2007 Situation Report on 11 July 2007 Thoppigala captured - at 11:50 hours on 11th July Today (11) Sri Lanka Army reached Thoppigala, the nerve centre of the LTTE in the East and assumed full control. Aerial attack on LTTE sea tiger base in Mullaithivu - at 22:15 hours on 11th July Air force fighter jets carried out air strikes on an identified sea tiger base in Allampille today (11) around 3.30 p.m. Death trap removed in Jaffna - at 10:16 hours on 11th July Vigilant army troops were able to detect and remove a Trapped hand grenade fixed to a wall as a death trap to kill troops at Maradanamadam in JAFFNA yesterday (10) around 4.05 p.m. Later the trapped hand grenade was defused. Civilian cooperation help recover arms in trincomalle - at 10:14 hours on 11th July Acting on a tip-off from a civilian source, army troops were able to recover 01compass and 01civil belt in Ilandakulam in Trincomalee yesterday (10) morning around 9.10 a.m. Terrorists attack foiled in Jaffna - at 09:25 hours on 11th July Army troops launched an attack on the tiger terrorists who had come to attack in FDL at Muhamalai in Jaffna yesterday (10) around 6.30 a.m. Situation Report on 12 July 2007 Situation Report on 12 July 2007 Police recovered 02 claymore mines & mortar bombs on civilian information in Trincomalee - at 18:54 hours on 12th July Muttur police acting on a civil information recovered following items today (12) around 10.30 a.m. which was hidden in jungle patch in Kiranadikulam, Thoppur, Trincomalee. LTTE terrorist shot dead and three arrested in Vavuniya - at 15:43 hours on 12th July Troops conducting a search operation in a suspicious house in the Veppamkulam area, Vavunya today (12) around 10.00 a.m. recovered T56 ammunition hidden inside a FIVE Liter capacity water bottle. Soldier killed by LTTE mortar fire in Mannar - at 15:40 hours on 12th July A soldier on duty in the Nilachchenai was killed when LTTE Terrorists fired mortars today (12) at 11.45 a.m. Army retaliated. Alampil sea tiger base attacked by air force fighter aircraft in Mullativu - at 15:36 hours on 12th July Troops recover T56 rifles /claymore mines and AP'S in Vavuniya/Batticaloa - at 10:05 hours on 12th July Troops conducting a search operation in Kristakulam area, Settikulam, VAVUNIYA at 5.30 p.m. on Tuesday (11) recovered the items given below. Situation Report on 13 July 2007 Situation Report on 13 July 2007 Disaster averted - Mannar on 13th July 2007 around 1:30 p.m. Acting on information received by the OIC, Murunkan Police a claymore mine deployed targeting army division of Sirikkandal was found by a joint search operation conducted by Army and Police today (13) around 1.30 p.m. The bomb weighting 10 kg was defused by the Army Bomb Disposal Unit. The cooperation extended by civilians to the Security Forces and their vigilance have averted disasters. Two more LTTE cadres surrender to the Army - Vavuniya on 12th July 2007 around 7:00 a.m. On Thursday (12) around 7.00 am, two LTTE cadres surrendered to the Army Exit/Entry point at Uyilankulam. They had complained that they deserted from the LTTE as they had been severely punished and harassed and wanted to live peacefully with their parents. The total number of LTTE Cadres who have surrendered to the Security Forces and the Police since February 2002 is now 707. Civilian killed in claymore mine explosion instead of troops targeted by LTTE - Jaffna on 12th July 2007 around 6:15 p.m. The LTTE Terrorists attempted to target an ARMY vehicle carrying Troops on Thursday (12) around 6.15 pm by exploding a Claymore mine. However, the explosion missed the target but instead seriously injured an innocent civilian who was passing nearby. The Civilian succumbed to his injuries on admission to Hospital. The Security Forces have launched a search operation in the area. Situation Report on 14 July 2007 Situation Report on 14 July 2007 Confrontation at Madu - Vavuniya on 14th July 2007 Security forces have completely destroyed the terrorists mortar locations which are used to attack FDL at Periyathampane on the Vavuniya-Mannar road today (14) at dawn. The area was declared a peace zone on the request of the Bishop of Madu during the festival season at Madu Church. The terrorists have taken advantage of this situation and targeted FDL with mortars in a big way. In this backdrop, Security Forces were compelled to attack the locations where terrorists have deployed their mortars. In this confrontation, a large number of terrorists were killed and wounded. Ten soldiers died and 34 wounded in the confrontation. The confrontation had continued through out the day. Fleeing terrorists attacked - Welikanda on 14th July 2007 Army troops launched an attack at a group of 150-200 terrorists fleeing after the Thoppigala defeat Ransaratenna in Welikanda today (14) at dawn. A large number of terrorists were killed and wounded in the attack. The fleeing terrorists had taken away the wounded. On a search operation, following arms and equipment were recovered by the troops. 01 x LTTE dead body 06 x T-56 Weapons 01 x GPMG 02 x Communication set 01 x Sniper weapon 05 x Hand grenades A stock of dry foodstuff prepared for two hundred persons. Further, more than 100 pairs of sleepers were found. The search operation is in progress. Explosive equipment found - Matale on 14th July 2007 around 8:00 a.m. 784 Gelignite sticks and 1100 caps were taken into custody, along with the lorry transporting them, at a Police road barrier at Galewela, Matale today (14) around 8.00 a.m. The driver and his assistant were arrested. According to Galewela Police these equipment were hidden among a load of metal in the lorry which was plying from Polgahawela to Nilaweli. Galewela Police are conducting further investigation. Air strikes - Mannar on 14th July 2007 around 11:20 a.m. Air Force pounded air strikes using fighter jets today (14) around 11.20 a.m. targeting LTTE terrorist camp, located in Parappakadaththan situated towards the North of Yoda Wewa in Madu region in Mannar. Intercepted communication of terrorists has revealed that heavy damages were caused to terrorists and they have requested vehicles to transport the casualties. Pilots have confirmed the success of the operation. Many tiger terrorists killed in confrontation - Vavuniya on 14th July Tiger terrorists fired mortars intermittently ahead of the Periyathampane FDL's on the Mannar-Vavuniya road in the early hours of today (14). The Security Forces conducted necessary operations to destroy the LTTE mortar positions. Troops report that many LTTE terrorists were killed and injured during the confrontation. One soldier was killed and 12 others were reported wounded. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 15 July 2007 Equipment found in Mannar -at 16:26 hours on 15th July Naval troops on duty at Pallimunai, MANNAR have recovered following spare parts hidden in a "Wallama" type of boat on 13th July. Troops recover fuel & 81 mm mortar bombs in Mannar & Batticaloa - at 09:16 hours On Saturday (14) around 10.00 a.m. Troops on a search operation in the Konthapiddi, MANNAR area, recovered 180 liters of petrol ( 3 x 60 liter cans) and 410 liters of oil packed and ready to be transported to the un-cleared areas. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 16 July 2007 Troops recover mines and assortment of ammunition etc in Jaffna - at 11:12 hours on 16th July On Sunday (15) around 12.45 p.m., troops recovered the items given below from a suspicious parcel which was floating in the Pannai lagoon, Jaffna. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 17 July 2007 LTTE blood thirst claims Sinhala driver's life in Vavuniya - at 20:39 hours on 17th July Communal-minded tiger (LTTE) terrorists, in another dastardly crime brutally gunned down a Sinhalese driver while he was driving Directress, Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural Affairs after a funeral in Pandarikulam, Vavuniya on Sunday (15). Two tiger mortars confirmed destroyed killing area leader in Mannar - at 20:34 hours on 17th July Fierce fighting that broke out in Thampanai and Periyathampanai, east of Madhu area in the past couple of days between defending troops and Tiger terrorists resulted in the total destruction of two LTTE mortars and their gun crew including LTTE regional leader, Semmalani. Army troops recovered 02 claymore mines in Vavuniya - at 20:12 hours on 17th July Today (17) around 11 A.M. troops on search operation in Checkadipillaw, VAVUNIYA recovered two (10 kg) Claymore Mines and 02 detonators. Fleeing terrorists attacked in Trincomalee - at 19:38 hours on 17th July Army troops launched an attack on a gang of terrorists fleeing from THOPPIGALA at (17) around 2.00 p.m. They had been fleeing from ANGODAWILLUWA towards SITHTHARU. The attack had inflicted heavy damages to terrorists. Subsequently a search operation was conducted by the troops. Terrorist killed in Batticaloa - at 19:34 hours on 17th July A terrorist who had attempted to shoot at army while troops tried to search him was killed at Kaluwankarni today (17) around 2.15 p.m. Following items were recovered. 01 x Pistol 10 x Ammunition 02 x Magazines Chief secretary killed in cold blood in Trincomalee - at 09:16 hours on 17th July Mr. H.M. Herath Abeydheera chief secretary of the Eastern Province Council was shot dead in his office, located at Inner Harbour Road, Trincomalee by an LTTE suspect on Monday (16) around 5.50 p.m. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 19 July 2007 Troops recover multi barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) - at 20:40 hours on 19th July The Security Forces commenced humanitarian operations from 24.2.2007 to "Liberate" the people in the Eastern Province from the inhumane grip of the LTTE terrorists. Troops advanced continuing search operations West of Thoppigala. Although they encountered strong opposition from the Terrorists holding long held , well entrenched positions , they were successfully neutralized and succeeded in capturing the LTTE stronghold of Narakamulla AREA and thereafter captured Thoppigala on 11.7.2007. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 20th July 2007 Three LTTE Bodies Recovered by Troops after Confrontation - Batticaloa, at 10:30 a.m. on 20 July Troops launched an attack on a group of fleeing LTTE terrorists in south Narakamulla area today (20), around 10:30 a.m.. In a search operation conducted by troops, three bodies of LTTE cadres, two cyanide capsules and an LTTE identity tag was recovered. Arrangements have been made with Police assistance to hand over the bodies of the LTTE cadres to the ICRC through the Police. LTTE Terrorists Fire Mortars and Small Arms at Troops - Mannar, at 2:30 a.m. on 20 July LTTE terrorists fired mortars and small arms at the Army detachment in Nilatchchenai, Mannar, today (20) between 2:30 and 3:00 a.m. Three soldiers were killed and four were injured in the incident. The Army retaliated. A search operation is being conducted in the area. Mortar Attack by Terrorists - Anuradhapura, at 5:50 p.m. on 20 July Tiger terrorists have launched mortar attack on the Athawetunuwewa village in the Anuradhapura district today (20) around 5:50 p.m. two civil women who received minor injuries were admitted to Anuradhapura and Padaviya hospitals. Arms Found - Batticaloa, on 20 July During search operations conducted today (20) Army troops were able to recover 70 kg of high explosives and 1000 detonators concealed in Taravikulam area. Further during a search operation conducted in Shanthiveli a T-56 weapon and a magazine were found. LTTE Terrorists Fire Mortars and Small Arms Mannar, at 3:00 a.m. on 20 July The under mentioned arms and ammo were found by the Army as the result of cordon and search operation carried out after the enemy attack in Neelachchcenai today (20) around 3:00 a.m.. Description Amount T-56 Weapons 03 T 56 Magazines 13 T 56 Ammunition 300 Hand Grenades 05 RPG Bombs 03 Another Multi (Four) Barrel Rocket Launcher & 81 mm Mortar Recovered By Army - Batticaloa, on 20 July Troops conducting a search operation today (20), recovered a Four Barreled Rocket Launcher (MBRL) in Thoppigala areas. Troops also recovered a 81 mm mortar in a search operation conducted in the Miyankolla - Omanugala area in Thoppigala. A Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) with four barrels was recovered by the Army in the same area on Wednesday (18). Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 21st July 2007. LTTE area leader & five cadres killed in STF attack at Kanchikudiaru in Ampara - around 6.30 a.m on 21st July 2007. The Special Task Force (STF) on Saturday (21) around 6.30 a.m. conducted the final stage of "Operation Niyathai Jaya" in pursuit of LTTE terrorists who had sought refuge in the Kanchikudiaru, Neriya Kanatte area. The LTTE area leader identified as Ravindran and FIVE other terrorists were killed in the attack launched by the STF. The under mentioned items were recovered by the STF in the search operation which followed. Five x T56 Assault Rifles Five x T 56 Magazines 480 rounds x T 56 (7.62 x 39 ) ammunition Eight x Hand Grenades Four x Anti - Personnel Mines One container x C4 explosives Ten meters x Wire One x 40mm round. No casualties were reported by the STF. Army foot patrol targeted by LTTE claymore mine at Vavuniya - Mannar road in Vavuniya - around 11.00 a.m on 21st July 2007. LTTE terrorists targeted an army foot patrol today (21) around 11.00 a.m. on the Vauvuniya - Mannar road. TWO soldiers injured in the incident were admitted to the Vavuniya hospital. Arms recovered at Nallur in Jaffna - around 11.55 a.m on 21st July 2007 Acting on a tip off from a civilian, Army troops were able to recover two T56 weapons, 60 T56 bullets, 98 feet of detonator cord wire and 01 radio cover concealed at Nallur, Jaffna today (21) around 11.55 a.m. This is a yet another instance of cooperation extended by the civilian population to Security Forces. Civilian hacked to death at Maradamadam in Jaffna - at 12.25 p.m on 21st July 2007. Security forces found the dead body of a civilian identified as Kularas Mohan aged 37, killed by the LTTE terrorists, at Maradamadam today (21) at 12.25 p.m. The victim had been hacked to death. This is a clear instance of the brutality of LTTE terrorists while claiming to liberate the Tamil community kill innocent Tamil civilians on flimsy grounds Situation Report on 21 July 2007 Situation Report on 21 July 2007 Hand grenades found - Vavuniya on 22nd July 2007 around 1:30 p.m. Acting on a tip - off by a civilian Army troops were able to recover 03 hand grenades in a search operation at Ellappamarathan Kulam in Vavuniya today (22) around 1.30 p.m. Later the Army defused the hand grenades. Claymore mine and motorcycles found - Batticaloa on 22nd around 8:00 a.m. During a search operation conducted in Thihilaweddi area in Batticaloa army troops were able to recover a claymore mine weighing 2.5 Kg and 03 motorcycles today (22) around 8.00 a.m. Terrorist killed - Vavuniya on 22nd July 2007 around 7:40 a.m. Army troops who observed an armed gang of terrorists attacked them at Navatkulam in Vavuniya today (22) around 7.40 a.m. One terrorist was killed. Casualties among the troops have not been reported. Troops recover weapons - Jaffna, Vavuniya & Batticalao on 21st July 2007 Search operations were conducted by troops in Annakottai, Jaffna, Uyilanklam in Vavuniya, Tharavikulam and Periladvadi in Batticaloa on Saturday (21). Troops recovered the items given below. 1. (03) x Hand Grenades 2. Thirty Two (32) x Anti - Personnel Mines 3. Forty Eight (48) x Fuses 4. Two (02) x Claymore Mines 5. One (01) x 120 mm Mortar Bomb 6. Two (02) x Electric detonators 7. Four (04) x T 56 Assault rifles LTTE cadre killed in confrontation - Mannar on 21st July 2007 around 12:20 p.m. On Saturday (21) around 12.20 p.m. the Army launched an attack on a LTTE Terrorist reconnaissance group East of Mannar FDL's. One Terrorist was killed in the attack. Army recovers weapons, ammunition, mortar bombs - Trincomalee on 21st July 2007 around 3:00 p.m. The Army while conducting a search operation on Saturday (21) around 3.00 p.m. recovered from Kantale the items given below. 1. Four Hundred (400) x T 56 rounds live ammunition 2. Four (04) x T 56 magazines 3. One (01) x Hand Grenade 4. Two (02) x Detonators 5. Two (02) feet x Detonator cord Meanwhile, on information from a civilian, Muttur Police on Saturday (21) around 12.00 noon recovered from Nethenagar area the items given below. 1. Two (02) x T 56 Assault Rifles 2. Five(05) x T 56 Magazines 3. One (01) x Smoke bombs 4. Three (03) x 60mm mortar bombs 5. One Hundred & Nineteen (119) x T56 rounds live ammunition 6. One (01) x Belt Order Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 23rd July 2007 Air force jets strike tiger artillery gun position in Mullaithivu - at 19:53 hours on 23rd July Air force supersonic jets pounded a LTTE artillery gun position west of Oddusudan in Mullaithivu around 1.30 p.m. today (23). Four LTTE cadres killed in failed infiltration bid in Jaffna - at 17:48 hours on 23rd July Troops killed four LTTE cadres who attempted to breach the Muhamalai Forward Defence Line around 9.00 a.m. this morning (23). Civilians help troops unearth weapons hidden by the LTTE in Jaffna - at 17:17 hours on 23rd July Acting on information by civilians, troops recovered the following weapons from an abandoned land north of Meesalai around 1.45 p.m. today (23). NGO aid worker shot dead by LTTE pistol group in Jaffna - at 16:21 hours on 23rd July The LTTE pistol group shot dead Mariyanayagam Aloysius (26), an aid worker of the Denish Refugee Council at Manippai, Anakotte around 8.20 a.m. this morning (23). Successful STF attack on LTTE followed by haul of weapons in Batticaloa - at 09:40 hours on 23rd July On Sunday (22) evening the special task forces (STF) launched an attack on fleeing LTTE terrorist in the Mailambaweli area. The items given below were recovered in the search operation which followed the incident. Army finds LTTE equipment to produce false identity cards/ documents etc in Jaffna - at 07:57 hours on 23rd July The Army conducting a search operation on Sunday (22) around 12. 00 noon found a LTTE printing press, equipment in a house for the purpose of producing false identity cards , seals / etc of Government officials and establishments including Police stations. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 24th July 2007. Claymore explosion at Settikulam in Vavuniya - on 24th July 2007 around 12.55 p.m The attack that took place in Settikulam Junction which is a very crowded place indicates terrorists' callous disregard for the life and limb of the civilians. Eight Civilians were injured in a claymore explosion targeting a bus carrying soldiers from Mannar to Medawachchiya today (24) around 12.55 p.m. Two injured civilians are in a critical condition. Ten soldiers were killed and 07 wounded in the blast. The injured were admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. LTTE attack on civil defence force guard point at Vavuniya - on 24th July 2007 around 1.00 a.m The civil defence force guard point at Wewegama in Thiruwegama, Vavuniya was attacked by the LTTE cadres using small arms on 24th around 1.00 a.m. Four members of the Civil Defence Force Guard point were killed by the attack and corden and search operation was launched by the security force in the area. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 25 July 2007 End child recruitment - amnesty to LTTE - at 17:09 hours on 25th July Reuters reporting from Kilinochchi last Friday (July 20) said residents in the LTTE heartland in the north said the Tigers are demanding every family contribute at least one member to the movement. They tell of how brothers, sisters, sons and daughters have been taken against their will to camps to be trained as fighters, and how they are helpless to prevent it. Soldier dies due to burn injuries in Batticaloa - at 16:41 hours on 25th July A soldier died due to burn injuries following the accidental explosion of the fuel tank of the motorbike they were riding on. The incident took place around 3.35 p.m. in Thihilaweddi, Batticaloa today (25). Situation Report on 26 July 2007 Situation Report on 26 July 2007 Troops recover weapons and dry rations - Thoppigala on 26th July 2007 Troops conducting search operations in areas west of Narakamulla recovered a haul of small arms, explosives and dry rations abandoned by the LTTE. Among the dry rations unearthed were packets of Viva malted milk powder, coconut milk powder and caned fish. Police commandos hit back forcing tigers to flee - Mannar on 26th July 2007 around 12:10 a.m. Elite commandos of the special task force who came under a LTTE attack during a patrol in the Shilavathurai area along the Mannar - Madawachchiya main road retaliated forcing the attackers to flee with heavy damages. According to information reaching the STF, the LTTE has suffered heavy casualties. The incident took place around 12.10 a.m. this morning (26). The STF did not suffer any damages. Troops recovered a CDMA phone and a stock of fuel during a search operation launched subsequent to the attack. Navy recovers tires and fuel concealed for the tigers - Mannar on 26th July 2007 Naval troops on a foot patrol recovered 2 containers of fuel (25 liters each) and 10 tires concealed for the LTTE in a shrub area in Pallumunai, Mannar early this morning (26). The Navy suspects that these items would have been concealed to be transported to un-cleared areas in Mannar. Situation Report on 26 July 2007 Situation Report on 27 July 2007 Five Kg Claymore Mine recovered - Jaffna, at 07:10 p.m. on 27 Jul Security forces recovered a 05 Kg Claymore Mine, concealed from an abandoned house in Kodikamam, Thavasikulam, on Thursday around 7:10 p.m. on information received from a civilian. Two LTTE Cadres Killed & Seven Mortar Bombs Recovered By Army on 27 Jul On Friday (27) around 9:00 a.m., a group of LTTE terrorists who had gathered to attack the Army in the Navarikulam area, Vavuniya were confronted resulting in two LTTE cadres being killed. No casualties were reported by Troops. Meanwhile, the Army launched a search operation around 11:00 a.m. on Friday (27) and recovered seven 60 MM Mortars bombs in Kumburuppiddi, Trincomalee. Army Recovers Military Hardware - Batticaloa, on 27 Jul Army troops conducting search operations in Batticaloa area recovered the items given below. 1. 01 x RPG round from the Mailawettuwan, area at 05:10 p.m. 2. 01 x Pressure Mine and sixteen Anti - Personnel Mines from the Karuppalchennai area at 03:30 p.m. 3. 01 x 2.5 Kg Claymore Mine and two Remote Control Devices from West Narakamulla area, at 04:15 p.m. Situation Report on 26 July 2007 Situation Report on 28 July 2007 Two Tiger Boats Destroyed with Six Terrorists Onboard - Mannar, on 28 Jul Two LTTE boats were destroyed with six terrorists onboard. Naval troops had observed several Indian fishing boats 10 miles off the west coast of Wedithalaitivu. They were preparing to inspect them, when two Fibre boats of Dingi type had sailed at high speed towards Wedithalaitivu. The Navy boats then pursued the suspicious boats. Eventually Navy boats were attacked with RPG with small arms from the boats. On confirming that the attacking boats were sea tiger boats the Navy retaliated destroying them with four terrorists in one boat, and two in the other, totally six onboard. No damages to the Navy have been reported. Army Recovers LTTE Suicide Belt with Claymore Mine & Other Items - Jaffna, at 7:25 a.m. on 28 Jul The Army conducted a search operation in the Pulloly area in Point Pedro area, Jaffna on information received from a civilian. The items given below were recovered by Troops. 02 x Suicide Belt 01 x Large Claymore mine 01 x GPS 2. 04 x Detonators The information provided by the Public spirited people of the Jaffna peninsula to the Security Forces has helped their effort to eliminate terrorism. The continuous public support has not only boosted the morale of Troops but will also further encourage them to perform their duties. Troops uncover bulk of LTTE weapons in Thoppigala Situation Report on 29 July 2007 Security forces uncover more LTTE weapons-Trincomalee, at 10:45 a.m. on 29 Jul Security troops conducting clearing operations in the Verugal area, in Trincomalee uncovered another cache of LTTE mines and grenades today (July 29) at 10:45 a.m. According to defence sources, 1240 anti-personnel (AP) mine fuses, 41x 60 mm mortar bombs and 106 hand grenades were among the major recoveries made. A 82 mm mortar bomb and two 60 mm 'smoke' bombs were also recovered in the process, the defence official said. Troops uncover bulk of LTTE weapons - Thoppigala, at 01:20 p.m. on 29 Jul Troops of the SL Army conducting search operations in the liberated Thoppigala area uncovered a hoard of destructive weaponry belonged to the LTTE, on Sunday July 29) at 01:20 p.m. The total list of LTTE weaponry uncovered. Srl No. Item Amount 01. 120 mm Mortar gun 01 02. 120 mm Mortar rounds 12 03. 82 mm Mortar gun 01 04. 82 mm Mortar rounds 125 05. 82 mm Mortar cartridges 400 06. 82 mm Mortar fuses 103 07. 60 mm Mortar gun 01 08. 40 mm Grenade launcher 01 09. MPMG weapon 01 10. LMG weapon 01 11. Sniper gun 01 12. T-56 Assault rifles 24 13. T-56 magazines 60 14. T-56 Ammunition rounds 6500 15. Claymore mines 10 16. Anti Personnel mines (AP Mines) 144 17. 'Johnny' Mines 325 18. 'Johnny' Mines fuses 76 19. Detonators 197 Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 30th July 2007 Troops kill two LTTE cadres near Muhamalai FDL at Jaffna - around 9.15 a.m on 30th July 2007 Troops who observed a group of LTTE cadres engaged in laying mines in the no man's land ahead of the Security Forces' Muhamalai forward defence line attacked and killed two of them around 9.15 a.m. this morning (30). LTTE cadres who were engaged in reconnaissance were trying to mine the area ahead of the FDL. Troops recover large stock of explosives at Thihilaweddi in Batticaloa - around 8.00 a.m on 30th July 2007. Troops on a search operation in Thihilaweddi recovered the following explosive devices around 8.00 a.m. today (30). Claymore mines 26 (2 x 12 kg and 24x 5kg) Pressure mines 03 Anti personnel mines 61 C-4 explosives 25 kg Detonators 250 Troops also recovered a large haul of explosive from Thoppigala and the Verugal areas in Batticaloa and Trincomalee yesterday (29). LTTE Detonates Claymore Mine Targeting Troops in Jaffna - at 20:43 hours on 31st Ju Situation Report on 31 July 2007 LTTE Detonates Claymore Mine Targeting Troops in Jaffna - at 20:43 hours on 31st July Three soldiers were killed when LTTE terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting troops in Varani, Jaffna today (31). The incident took place around 4.30 p.m. this evening. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 01st August 2007 Arms found at Manirasakulam in Trincomalee - on 01st August 2007 On a search operation conducted by army troops in the Manirasakulam North, following arms and ammunition were found, today(01) morning. T - 56 Weapons - 02 T - 56 magazines - 02 Hand Grenade - 01 Belt Order - 01 Communication set with antenna - 01 Troops confront fleeing terrorists: 03 tigers dead at Galmitiyawa in Thabalagamuwa - around 4.15 a.m on 01st August 2007 Army troops and Home Guards confronted Tiger terrorists fleeing from Thoppigala towards Trincomalee North today(01) around 4.15 a.m. at Galmitiyawa, Thabalagamuwa. Home Guards had observed a gang of about 30-40 tiger terrorists fleeing towards the north of Trincomalee. Troops launched an attack on the fleeing terrorists. In the search operation, 03 dead bodies of terrorists and 05 T - 56 gun were found, Troops had observed blood stains in the area. It is believed that the terrorists had come to cross Trincomalee - Habarana MSR. Situation Report on 03 August 2007 Situation Report on 03rd August 2007 Police uncover bombs in Vakarai on 03rd August 2007 Acting on information from civilians the Police recovered the following from Vakarai yesterday (02). Anti Personnel Mines 21 RPG bombs 02 RPG chargers 02 T-56 rounds 510 The recovery of these items was possible due to the cooperation of civilians. Security Forces appreciate their assistance in preventing terror attacks of the LTTE. Tigers Detonate Claymore Targeting Naval Troops on Patrol - Mannar around 8:30 a.m on 03rd August 2007 Troops avert a second blast by detecting a claymore set inside a coconut A sailor sustained minor injuries in a claymore mine blast triggered by LTTE terrorists in the Pallimnai area around 8.30 a.m. this morning (03). The claymore mine targeted a naval foot patrol along the Pallimnai - Mannar road. Meanwhile naval troops on a route clearing patrol were able to detect another claymore mine set inside a coconut and placed at the Eluthur junction to target Security Forces personnel. The discovery was made around 9.30 a.m. today (02). Arms and ammunition recovered - Trincomalee, at 12:50 p.m on 03 Aug Acting on information Muthur police were able to recover following items hidden in a Marshy Land in Muthur yesterday (03) around 12:50 p.m. LMG Weapon - 01 LMG Drum - 01 T -56 Ammunition - 94 Hand Grenades - 02 The muthur Police are conducting inquires. This is yet another stock of arms left behind by tiger terrorists Senior LTTE Leader Killed - Jaffna, at 8:45 a.m. on 03 Aug A senior LTTE leader was killed when troops engaged a group of LTTE cadres preparing to mount an attack on the Nagarkovil forward defence line around 8:45 a.m. last morning (03). Troops confirm that a senior LTTE cadre was gunned down in the confrontation. Arms and ammunition uncovered - Batticaloa, on 03 Aug On a search operation conducted at Narakamulla, Army troops were able to recover following items yesterday (03). Anti Personnel Mines 150 60 mm Mortar Bombs 20 40 mm Grenades Bombs 19 Claymore Mines 02 RPG Weapon 01 T-56 Magazines 10 MPMG Links 10 MPMG Tripods 01 MPMG Ammunition Box 01 LTTE Communication Set 01 In a separate search conducted in Thoppigala area, Army troops recovered following items on the same day: 82 mm Mortar Bombs 60 82 mm Mortar Bomb Cartridges 681 82 mm Mortar Weapon 01 Pressure Mines 03 Electric Detonators 75 Unidentified Sight 01 Claymore Mines 12 Claymore Fuses 1227 7.62x51 MPMG Ammunition 3500 9 Volt Battery 03 Hand Grenades 02 These arms & ammunition and equipment were left behind by terrorists fleeing from their debacle in Thoppigala. Situation Report on 03 August 2007 Situation Report on 04th August Three tiger terrorists killed at Periyathampanai in Vavuniya - around 6.15 p.m on 04th Aug 2007. Yesterday (04) around 6.15 p.m. in Periyathampanai, Vavuniya troops confronted a group of tiger terrorists. Ground troops confirmed that due to the confrontation three tiger terrorists were killed. Troops didn't suffer any damage. Army troops recover arms & ammunitions on civilian information at Chankani in Jaffna - around 9.15 p.m on 04th Aug 2007. Army troops acting on civilian information was able to recover the following arms and ammunitions yesterday (04) around 9.15 p.m. in Chankani, Jaffna. The items had been concealed in a abandoned land. Claymore Mine - 01 Detonators - 22 Claymore Devices - 04 AP Mines - 02 Pen torch Battery - 12 40 mm Grenade Launcher Rounds - 06 Claymore mine Stand - 01 9 v Battery - 01 AP Mine Detonators - 02 T - 56 Ammunition - 60 Army troops recover another haul of arms at Mudagala in Batticaloa - around 4.30 p.m on 04th Aug 2007. Army troops while conducting a search and clear operation in Mudagala, Batticaloa were able to recover following arms and ammunition yesterday (04) around 4.30 p.m. Disposable RPG Weapon - 01 Claymore Mine - 01 Firing Devices - 02 T -56 Weapons - 02 T -56 Ammunition - 2250 Detonator - 52 Claymore Mine Remote Controllers - 11 Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 05th Aug 2007 Weapons found at Walikaman in Jaffna - around 10.00 a.m on 05th Aug 2007. Acting on information received from a civilian source. Army troops found following arms on a search operation conducted in Walikaman area today (05) around 10.00 a.m. RPG Weapon 01 Micro Pistol 01 T-56 Weapons 01 Hand Grenades 04 More LTTE Weaponry Recovered on Information by Civilians Batticaloa on 5 Aug The STF recovered the following arms and ammunition yesterday (05) on information given by newly resettled civilians in the Porathivu area. The recovery was made from the Palugamam area. Item / Description Amount Hand grenades 04 T-56 magazines 02 T-56 rounds 70 Webbing kit 01 The STF appreciates the efforts taken by newly resettled civilians in preventing LTTE terrorist attacks in the area. Since the area is now cleared of the LTTE, people are volunteering to give vital information of Tiger terror plans and places where arms and explosives are concealed. Situation Report on 06th Aug 2007 Situation Report on 06th Aug 2007 Tiger cadres attack Army foot patrol - Vavuniya around 2:00 p.m on 06th August 2007 A Soldier was killed while another sustained injuries in a claymore mine explosion around 2.00 p.m. in Chekadipilaw this afternoon (06). The blast was triggered against an Army foot patrol. Troops averted a second blast by recovering another claymore mine from the same area during a search operation launched subsequent to the first attack. The injured soldier was rushed to the Vavuniya hospital. Five soldiers and a civilian injured in LTTE claymore blast near school - Jaffna around 12:10 p.m on 06th August 2007 The LTTE exploded a claymore mine injuring five soldiers and a civilian near the Welayudam school in Point Pedro today (06). The roadside bomb targeted a military convoy that passed by. The blast took place around 12.10 p.m. this afternoon. LTTE suicide bomber explodes himself - Vavuniya on 06 Aug A bike riding LTTE cadre explodes himself when approached by the army personnel at Kumankulam in Vavuniya around 1:45 this afternoon (August 6). According to the defence sources, troops have detected two LTTE cadres riding on a motorbike and started tracing them. In a sudden, the pillion rider has drawn up a weapon and opened fire at the troops. When the troops retaliated to the attack the rider has blew himself up, the sources added. Two LTTE cadres killed in confrontation - Jaffna on 05th August 2007 Last night (05), the Army launched an attack on LTTE terrorists attempting to infiltrate into the Muhamalai FDL'S, Jaffna. Troops confirm two LTTE cadres were killed in the incident. No casualties reported to Troops. Army recovers T-56 assault rifle - Trincomalee around 4:45 p.m on 05th August 2007 In a search operation conducted after a confrontation with LTTE terrorists on Sunday (05) around 4.45 p.m. in Pankulam area, Trincomalee, the Army recovered the items given below. 1. One (01) x T 56 Assault rifle 2. One(01) x T 56 Magazine 3. Two(02) x LTTE Packs A soldier sustained minor injuries. More LTTE Weaponry Recovered on Information by Civilians Jaffna / Batticaloa on 6 Aug Jaffna : Acting on a tip-off given by a civilian, the Army unearthed weapons and a stock of medicine from an abandon yard . Batticaloa : On a search operation conducted in Navanigala - Kiran Army troops were able to recover following arms. Item / Description Amount T 56 Ammunitions 16,000 Hand grenades 5 Printed E-mail article Resettled civilians help Police Commandos recover LTTE arms. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 07th Aug 2007 More LTTE Weaponry Recovered on Information by Civilians - Jaffna, at 7 a.m. on 07 Aug Acting on a tip-off given by a civilian, the Army unearthed weapons and a stock of medicine from an abandon yard in Thennamarachchi this morning (07). Item / Description Amount T-56 weapons 2 T-56 magazines 3 T-56 rounds 80 Claymoremines (5 Kg each) 2 claymore stands 2 Detonators 2 Detonator cord (Meters) 30 RPG charger 1 Wire rolls 1 9 V battery 1 A stock of syringes and medicine LTTE communication set covers 3 SFG hand grenades 3 LTTE head covers 4 Plastic barrel (Large) 1 remote control 1 Chilaw Police Seize LTTE Communication Equipment - Puttalam, at 2:20 p.m. on 07 Aug The Chilaw police seized the following equipment when they searched a passenger on board a private bus travelling from Colombo to Puttlam around 2:20 p.m. this evening (07). Item / Description Amount I-COM communication sets 106 106 GPS 72 06 6 The equipment was concealed inside two travelling bags in the possession of the passenger. A security check was carried out after the police received a tip off from another passenger travelling in the same bus. The passenger who passed on vital information to the police is an good example of public vigilance. The Chilaw Police are conducting further inquiries. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 08 August 2007 Air force destroys sea tiger supply base in Mannar - at 16:15 hours on 08th August Air force fighter jets raided an identified LTTE Sea Tiger armament supply base in Kondachchikuda, south of Mannar around 4.15 p.m. this evening (08). LTTE attack in Vavuniya - at 13:15 hours on 08th August LTTE terrorists launched a claymore mine attack on army troops on foot patrol in Thonical area in VAVUNIYA today (08) around 1.15 p.m. Live ammunitions found in Batticaloa - at 17:10 hours on 08th August Army troops recovered following ammunitions on a search operation conducted in Aliyaode in BATTICALOA yesterday (07) around 5.10 p.m. LTTE Attack on Ranabapura in Welioya - at 18:30 hours on 08th August A home guard was killed due to a mortar attack launched by LTTE terrorists at Ranabapura, Welioya around 6.30 a.m. Tamil Family Escapes from Pudukudirrippu in Trincomalee - at 16:45 hours on 08th August A Tamil family escaped the uncleared area of Pudukudirippu, Mandalan - in Mulativu and reached Alas garden in Trincomalee today (08) around 4.45 a.m. They sailed in a dingy type of boat. Naval troops who observed the boat had directed them to the Alas garden naval Detachment. Heavy damages to terrorists in Ampara - at 10:30 hours on 08th August Intercepted LTTE communication has revealed that heavy damages have caused in the confrontation with STF troops that took place in Kanchikudiaru area in AMPARA today (08) around 10.30 a.m. Arms & ammunition found in Trincomallee - at 16:45 hours on08th August Acting on a tip-off by a civilian naval troops recovered following arms & ammunition hidden in a Shrub jungle in Sambaltivu area yesterday (07) around 4.45 p.m. Arms & ammunition found in Batticaloa - at 14:45 hours on 08th August Tipped-off by a civilian Army troops were able to recover following arms & ammunitions hidden under a culvert at Kaluwankerni area yesterday (07) around 2.45 p.m. Two terrorists killed in Trincomalee - at 07:45 hours on 08th August Army troops who had observed a gang of LTTE terrorists launched an attack killing two terrorists in Pankulam, Trincomalee yesterday (07) around 7.45 a.m. Two LTTE cadres surrender in Batticaloa - at 07:00 hours on 08th August A 19 year old ltte cadre, who had escaped from the LTTE surrendered to the Sri Lanka Army road block at Kamburumulla, Valachchanai yesterday (07) around 7.00 a.m. Situation Report on 10 August 2007 Situation Report on 10 August 2007 LTTE communication equipment seized by vigilant navy foot patrol in Mannar - at 15:45 hours on 09th August Today (09) at 3.45 a.m. a vigilant Sri Lankan navy foot patrol in the Kattupalliya, in Pallimunai area recovered communication equipment items given below being transported to the LTTE. Troops recover grenade launcher & Motorola set Vavuniya - on 09th August In a search operation conducted by the army on Wednesday (08) in Umayaratuwaram Kulam, a 40mm Grenade Launcher and a MOTOROLA communication set was recovered. Ten LTTE terrorists killed and many injured in confrontation in Mannar - On 09th August The army successfully retaliated when confronted by LTTE Terrorists during a attack on a foot patrol in Mannar on Wednesday (08). Monitored LTTE Terrorist communications intercepts and Troops confirm that ten terrorists were killed and many injured in the incident. Army recovers suicide belt & satellite phone from information from civilian in Jaffna - at 10:00 hours on 09th August On information received from a civilian, the Army recovered a LTTE Terrorist suicide belt and a satellite telephone which had been concealed in a garden on Wednesday (08) at 10.00 p.m. LTTE attack guard points in Vavuniya - at 07:30 hours on 09th August LTTE terrorists attacked home guard points at Mamaikulam in VAVUNIYA on Wednesday (08) around 7.30 pm . The attackers had fled when Troops retaliated. Army recovers stock of canned fish in Trincomalee - at 15:00 hours on 09th August The army recovered 1250 tins canned fish from a scrub jungle area in the Manawana area in Trincomalee and two anti-personnel mines from Kaluw0ankerni area in BATTICALOA in search operations conducted on Wednesday (08) at 3.00 p.m. Security forces recover accessories in Trincomalee - at 17:30 hours on 09th August In a search operation conducted by the security forces, the items given below were recovered from Ariyamanthai area, Trincomalee on Wednesday (08) at 5.30 p.m. Navy recovers t 56 rifle in search operation in Trincomalee - at 09:30 hours on 09th August The Sri Lanka navy recovered A T 56 Assault Rifle from Palampattar AREA, TRINCOMALEE in a search operation conducted on Wednesday (08) at 9.30 a.m. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 10th August 2007 An explosion at Kanchikudichchiaru in Ampara - around 10.00 a.m on 10th Aug 2007 On a search operation conducted by STF personnel at Kanchikudichchiaru, Ampara two anti personnel bombs exploded on two occasions today (10) around 10.00 a.m. and 4.45 p.m. One STF personnel died in the blast and another was injured. The injured STF personnel was admitted to Ampara Hospital. Situation Report on 11th August 2007 Situation Report on 11th August 2007 Army recovers five gas bombs & military items - Batticaloa on 11th August 2007 During search operations conducted by the Army on Friday (10) the items given below were recovered from the Narakamulla area. 1. Eight (08) x Gas Bombs 2. Thirty (30) x Pistol Rounds 3. Seventy (70) x Fuses (Anti Personnel Mine) 4. Five (05) x Maps (Tamil) 5. Two Hundred (200) x MPMG Rounds Police recover two claymore mines on information from civilian - Batticaloa on 10th August 2007 around 10:15 a.m. Valachchanai Police on information from a civilian recovered from Birindarachchenai area, Valachchanai, two claymore mines each weighing three (03) Kg and forty eight (48) feet of detonator cord buried behind a house yesterday (10) around 10.15 a.m. Valachchannai Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 12th August 2007 Situation Report on 12th August 2007 A civilian killed and four others injured in LTTE mortar attack- WeliOya on 12th August 2007 at 08:10 a.m. A Sinhalese civilian was killed and four others including two women were injured in an LTTE launched indiscriminate mortar attack, at Athavetunuwewa village, today (August 12) at 08:10 a.m. The victim was identified as M.P Premadasa(64) a traditional resident at Athawetunuwewa. Kamal Thilakarathne(47) male, Nishani Gallappththi(36) female and a two year old toddler Tharindu Lakshan were among the others injured, identified. Civilian casualties were immediately taken to the Padaviya hospital and later transferred to the General Hospital at Anuradhapura, area military sources said. Alleged LTTE gunmen shot dead a Tamil civilian - Jaffna on 12th August 2007 at 06:30 a.m. Suspected LTTE gunmen shot dead a Tamil civilian in the Nawanthurai market premises in Jaffna, today (August 12 ) at 06.30a.m. The victim was identified as Peduru Pillai Jesu Dasan, a 40 year old family man in Nawanturai. LTTE triggers an improvised explosive device, four soldiers killed- Jaffna on 12th August 2007 at 10:20 a.m. Four army soldiers was killed and several others were injured when LTTE operatives triggered off a bicycle laden improvised explosive device (IED) at general area Kovillakkanddi in Jaffna today ( August 12) at 10.20 a.m. The devise was triggered off targeting an Army truck transferring troops following patrols in the Jaffna area. The LTTE operatives in civilian guise hiding in distance are believed to have detonated the IED using a remote control device, an area military official said. Five LTTE cadres killed in confrontation - Anuradhapura on 12th August 2007 The Army attacked a group of LTTE terrorists who were preparing to lay anti - personnel mines in a jungle area for protection in Nilpokunuwewa , Welioya. Technical sources have confirmed that five LTTE cadres were killed in the incident. Situation Report on 13th August 2007. Situation Report on 13th August 2007. Troops recover abandoned LTTE military gear at Peraru in Trincomalee - on 13th Aug 2007 Troops on a search operation recovered the following at Peraru this morning (13) CDMA phones 03 ICOM set 03 Pistol 01 Solar power unit 01 Batteries 150 (1.5 V) Poncho capes 10 The recovery was made around 10.30 a.m. this morning Air Force fighter aircraft destroys LTTE gun position & training camp at Nedunkerni in Mullaitivu - around 6.40 a.m on 13th Aug 2007. Sri Lanka Air Force fighter aircraft targeted a LTTE heavy gun position and a training camp in Nedunkerni South today (13) around 6.40 a.m. Air Force sources indicate that the LTTE targets were engaged successfully. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 14 August 2007 Three LTTE cadres killed in confrontation in Weli-Oya - on 14th August Three tiger cadres were killed in a confrontation with troops ahead of the Weli-Oya - Kalyanapura forward defence line this evening (14). Arms and explosives recovered in Batticaloa - on 13th August Army troops, on a search operation made in the Narakamulla- Mailanthanai area yesterday (13) in the afternoon, recovered following items. Terrorist killed in Jaffna - at 09:30 hours on 13th August The army troops attacked an LTTE terrorist who had come to observe the FDL at Kilali, killing him in Kilali on Monday (13) around 9.30 a.m. The troops had observed his dead body lying opposite the FDL. LTTE attack at dawn in Vavuniya - at 13:00 hours on 13th August LTTE terrorists launched an attack on police check point at Settikulam on zone 15 of Madawachchiya - Mannar main road, wounding four Police personnel today (14) around 1.00 a.m. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 15 August 2007 EPDP member nearly hit in Jaffna - at 10:15 hours on 15th August A member of LTTE pistol gang had attempted to kill an EPDP cadre at Marathanamadu, Jaffna yesterday (14) around 10.15 a.m. The EPDP member had fled. But a tractor in which a civilian was transporting coconut fronds was hit, damaging it. This incident indicates terrorists' callous disregard for normal civilian life. Hand grenade recovered in Jaffna - at 10:15 hours on August Acting on information received from a civilian source in Arshadi, Jaffna, the soldiers on foot patrol were able to recover a hand grenade yesterday (14) around 10.15 a.m. Six terrorists killed in Vavuniya - on 14th August Six LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontation that took place between terrorists and soldiers on foot patrol at VAVUNIYA forward defence line throughout yesterday (14). A soldier also died. LTTE Cadre shot dead in attempt to Infiltrate - Point Pedro Situation Report on 16 August 2007 Troops recover more explosives from Mollipathana in Trincomalee - on 16th August Troops recovered more explosives during extended search operations that followed an Army attack on a group of LTTE cadres in Mollipathana this morning (16). Civilians help army recover LTTE military gear in Jaffna - on 16th August Troops recovered the following during a search operation in Vadukkodai, Jaffna area yesterday (15). Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 17th August 2007 Navy seizes LTTE boat off Point Pedro sea with two RPG launchers & rounds - around 2.00 a.m on 17th Aug 2007. In the early hours of today (17) around 2.00 am, a LTTE boat fitted with an Eight (08) Horse Power Out Board Motor was observed by a Navy patrol craft moving about HALF a nautical mile in the strip of sea off Manalkadu coast, Point Pedro. When the Navy patrol craft moved in to check, the LTTE boast fired at the Navy craft. The Navy retaliated after which the LTTE boat was taken into custody. In addition to the body with a cyanide capsule, the Navy recovered a 40mm Grenade Launcher with NINE rounds, a GPS and TWO SMG magazines. LTTE cadre shot dead in attempt to infiltrate at Point Pedro in Jaffna - around 3.15 a.m on 17th Aug 2007. In the early hours of today (17), around 3.15 a.m., a LTTE cadre attempting to enter the Point Pedro beach was killed when fired at by the Army. The body and a claymore mine (5 kg) was recovered in the search operation conducted by Troops after the incident Situation Report on 18 August 2007 Situation Report on 18 August 2007 Terrorists' Acts Thwarted: One Killed - on 18th August 2007 around 2:00 p.m. Trincomalee,Batticaloa: Two terrorist suspects carrying two hand grenades were taken into custody by the army troops who were conducting a search operation in Alankerny today (18) around 2.00 p.m. An LTTE terrorist who hurled hand grenades at army troops on a search operation was killed in retaliatory attacks by the troops in Mengamum, Trincomalee today (18) around 5.45 a.m. Meanwhile army troops who were on a search operation in Silankadu Aru Batticaloa were able to recover three T-56 weapons and one communication set around 9.00 a.m. Arms and ammunition found - Jaffna on 18th August 2007 around 12:30 p.m. Tipped off by a civilian Army troops were able to recover following arms and ammunition today (18) around 12.30 p.m. T-56 Weapon 01 Magazines 04 T -56 Ammo 120 Pouch 01 Army continues search operations - On 17th August 2007 around 11:00 a.m. Jaffna,Vavuniya,Batticaloa: On Friday (17) the army conducted a search operation in Maradanamadam, Jaffna and recovered a micro pistol and two magazines with some rounds around 11.00 a.m. Two hand grenades were recovered from Ittakulam in Vavuniya while two T 56 assault rifles with two magazines, 110 live rounds and on I-com set was also recovered from the Punani area in Batticaloa. LTTE Fires Mortars at Madhu Pilgrims - Mannar on 17th August 2007 around 5:15 p.m. LTTE terrorists fired mortars targeting Uiylankulam area, Mannar on Friday (17) around 5.15 p.m. The LTTE was targeting this area with mortar fire at a time when some pilgrims were returning after worshipping the Madhu Shrine without any concern for their safety. There was no damage reported to life or property. Situation Report on 19 August 2007 Situation Report on 19 August 2007 Shopkeeper Killed - Jaffna on 19th August 2007 around 12:45 Tiger terrorists shot dead a retail shop keeper in Kayts West, Jaffna today (19) around 12.45 p.m. The victim was K.J. Rajaratnam the proprietor of Rajaratnam stores. It has been revealed that the victim had maintained cordial relations with the Security Forces. Keyts Police are conducting inquiries. Arms and material recovered - Batticaloa on 19th August 2007 around 8:00 a.m. Army troops conducting a search operation in Silikodiaru area in Batticaloa were able to recover a stock of military equipment in an LTTE small abandoned camp today (19) around 8.00 a.m. The recovered items are T-56 Magazine 15 Tamil translations of Army handbook 20 Video cassettes 135 CD disks 15 Tapes 03 More LTTE AP mines recovered from Jaffna & Vavuniya - On 18th August 2007 around 8:30 a.m. Army troops recovered two 120 mm mortars trapped to an Anti Personnel (AP) mine on Saturday (18) around 8.30 a.m. from the general area of Kattiaratan, Jaffna. Similarly, troops recovered fifteen terrorist AP mines Saturday (18) around 8.30 a.m. from the general area of Kaddaperiyakulam, Vavuniya. Meanwhile, the same day around 2.00 p.m., a search conducted by the troops in the general area of Pokkaravani recovered twenty AP mines. LTTE mortar fire on troops repulsed - Mannar on 18th August 2007 around 9:45 a.m. Tiger terrorists fired mortars towards troops on route clearing in the general area of Neelachchenai, Mannar Saturday (18) around 9.45 a.m. Troops retaliated with 60 mm and 81 mm mortars and repulsed the attack. Later, three Anti Personnel (AP) mines were recovered during a search in the area. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 20th August 2007 Suspected LTTE gunmen fire at Halo trust de-miners at Jaffna - around 7.00 a.m on 20th Aug 2007. Suspected LTTE gunmen opened fire at two Halo Trust de-miners while they were walking along the Kasthuriya road in Jaffna around 7.00 a.m. this morning (20) One de-miner succumbed to his injuries after admission to the hospital. The other who also sustained injuries is admitted to hospital. The Halo Trust is a Non Governmental Organization registered in Britain and the United States and specializes in removing debris of war Five killed in LTTE attack on road block at Uilankulama in Vavuniya - around 01.30 p.m on 20th Aug 2007. Four Home Guards and a bus driver were killed when a group of heavily armed LTTE cadres opened fire at the road block along Weerapuram road in Uilankulama today (20). LTTE terrorists in a jeep had attacked the road block around 13.30 p.m. this afternoon. Three female Home Guards and a male Home Guard were killed in the attack. A bus driver caught in the LTTE attack was killed instantly. According to defence sources from the area, another Police constable had sustained injuries in the attack. Troops recovered a grenade launcher, and a pistol from the area . Security Forces believe that retaliation would have caused heavy damages to the LTTE. A search operation is in progress. Situation Report on 21 August 2007 Situation Report on 21 August 2007 Confrontation in Vavuniya - at 09:30 hours on 21st August Three soldiers succumbed to their injuries and several others sustained injuries when LTTE terrorists launched a mortar attack on Army troops at Thampanai, Vavuniya today (21) around 9.30 a.m. Artillery Attack Foiled in Jaffna - at 08:45 hours on 21st August LTTE terrorists fired 10 rounds of artillery targeting the Palaly Complex from Poonariyn today (21) around 8.45 a.m. But the rounds have fallen outside the Complex. Smuggling of Motor Vehicle Spare Parts Foiled in Vavuniya - at 10:50 hours on 21st August A large stock of motor vehicle spare parts were found when the troops at a road block, searched a tipper carrying sand, at Parayanakulam, VAVUNIYA yesterday (20) around 10.50 a.m. Situation Report on 22 August 2007 Situation Report on 22 August 2007 Contraband fuel confiscated by the Navy - Mannar on 22nd Aug 2007 around 1:15 p.m. Naval troops observed a suspicious dingy boat in the Pesalai sea and on searching the boat five barrels of Diesel and Kerosene were found at Pesalai today (22) around 2.15 p.m. Two barrels each containing 210 liters of diesel and 03, each containing 210 liters of kerosene were being transported to be given to tiger terrorists. Two suspects manning the boat were taken into custody and were handed over to Pesalai Police who are conducting investigation. According to Navy sources the stocks of fuel were being transported from Pesalai to Vedithalathivu. Air Strikes on sea tiger base - Mullaitivu on 22nd Aug 2007 around 7:20 a.m. Sri Lanka Air Force today (22) launched air strikes around 7.20 a.m. targeting a sea tiger base located in the North of Mullaitivu. During the attack the sea tiger activities were closely observed. The air strikes have caused heavy damages to the Sea tiger base. Arms and Vehicles Found - Batticaloa on 22nd Aug 2007 Army troops conducting a search operation were able to recover following arms, vehicles and other military material at Narakamulla & Tharavi yesterday (21). Car 01 Van 01 Motor Cycles 03 Cab 01 Canter Van 01 Anti-Personnel Mines 25 Claymore Mine 01 120 mm Mortar Bomb 01 Yesterday (21) around 1.30 p.m. also Army troops found following items at Pulipanchikal. Claymore Mines (15kg) 02 Roll of Wire 01 These items have been abandoned by fleeing terrorists. Situation Report on 23rd August 2007 Situation Report on 23rd August 2007 Medawachchiya Police recover body armour on information from civilian at Medawachchiya - around 8.30 a.m on 23rd Aug 2007. On information received from a civilian, the Medwachchiya Police on inspecting a parcel at Rambekulam junction on the Medawachchiya - Mannar road recovered a body armour on Thursday (23) around 8.30 a.m. Medawachchiya Police are conducting investigations. Situation Report on 24 August 2007 Situation Report on 24 August 2007 LTTE cadres surrenders to Army - Mannar on 24th Aug 2007 around 6:30 a.m. A 26 year old LTTE male cadre who had been forcibly recruited and trained in the Un- cleared Kurakkandal area, MANNAR by the LTTE had escaped from the grip of the tiger terrorists and surrendered to the Uyilankulam -Mannar road Army check point today (24) around 6.30 a.m. STF/Police Patrol Fired at by LTTE - Mannar on 24th Aug 2007 at 6:15 a.m. The Special Task Force (STF) and the Police was fired at with small arms at 6.15 a.m. today (24) when conducting a route clearing operation in the West Giants Tank No 17 Police Sector. The LTTE fled when the STF and Police retaliated. No damage was reported to own troops. Police recover T-56 rifle with ammunition on information from civilian - Batti/Trinco on 24th Aug 2007 The Batticaloa Police, on information from a civilian recovered a T-56 Assault, Rifle, five T-56 magazines, and 129 rounds of live ammunition from Aithymalai area, Batticaloa on Thursday (23). These items were found buried under ground to be used later by the LTTE terrorists. Meanwhile, Mutur Police on Thursday (23) found a hand grenade in an abandoned house in Akkaratchchenai area, Mutur, Trincomalee. Situation Report on 25 August 2007 Situation Report on 25 August 2007 Troops recover T56 rifle & ammunition on civilian tip-off - Jaffna on 25th Aug 2007 at 5:30 p.m Army troops on a tip- off from a civilian recovered a T56 Assault rifle, a T56 magazine and twenty five rounds from an abandoned house in Kodikaman, Jaffna on Friday (24) at 5.30 pm Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 27 August 2007 Police Recover Explosives from Pethalai in Batticaloa Police on a route clearing patrol recovered the following from the vicinity of the Pethalai lagoon in Kalkudha today (28) Recoveries by Troops in Last 24 Hours from North & East in Polonnaruwa, Batticaloa, Jaffna - on 26th August On Sunday (26), Army Troops recovered a RPG with four rounds and FOUR Chrgers from Ransarathenna area, Polonnaruwa on information provided by the public. Omanthai Exit/Entry Opened For Traffic Today in Vavuniya - at 09:00 hours on 27th August The Exit/Entry point at Omanthai was opened for traffic to the public today (27) from 9.00 a.m. The Security Forces are prepared to keep the road open for traffic if the ICRC representatives arrive for duties at within the next five days for duties Omanthai. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 28 August 2007 Police personnel injured in pressure mine blast in Batticaloa - at 16:15 hours on 28th August Three police personnel were rushed to the Batticaloa hospital in critical condition after their jeep was caught in a pressure mine explosion in the Manipuram - Karadiyannaru area around 4.15 p.m. this evening (28) Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 29 August 2007 LTTE cadre killed in troop assault near FDL in Vavuniya - at 16:45 hours on 29th August A LTTE cadre was killed in an attack by troops near the Kalmadu forward defence line around 4.45 a.m. this morning (29). Troops detecting a group of LTTE cadres possibly trying to breach the forward defences launched a preemptive attack. 319 Gelignite Sticks found in Putttalam - at 15:00 hours on 30th August On a tip off received from a civilian kalpitiya police recovered 319 gelignite stocks in Kalpitiya, Puttalam today (29) around 3.00 a.m. 6510 Liters of Diesel Found by Navy in Mannar - at 12:15 hours on 29th August 6510 liters of diesel belonging to terrorists were recovered by naval troops while conducting a search operation in Pesalai Mannar today (29) around 2.15 a.m. Attack foiled and terrorist killed in Jaffna - at 06:00 hours on 29th August An LTTE terrorist had hurled a hand grenade at army troops of Vadiri detachment on duty in Point Pedro Jaffna today (29) around 6.00 a.m. Troops Recover Two Suicide Belts After Tip-Off - Jaffna, at 10:25 a.m. on 17 Jun Situation Report on 30 August 2007 LTTE guns down two EPDP members in Batticaloa - on 30th August A LTTE pistol group member shot dead two EPDP members who had arrived to buy some goods from a shop located near Iyankerni, Eravur 4 area along the ERAVUR- Krishna kovil road this afternoon (30). Troops recover LTTE body and military items in Vavuniya - at 09:45 hours on 29th August Army troops conducting a search operation on Wednesday (29) around 9.45 a.m., near the Vavuniya FDL's recovered the Body of a LTTE cadre, a T-81 Riffle, a T 81 magazine, fifty T 56 live rounds, TWO "dog tags"( Identity Tags ), and an LTTE "code " sheet. Three LTTE cadres killed by retaliatory fire in Vavuniya - at 09:12 hours on 29th August LTTE cadres fired 81 mm mortars in a confrontation with the Security Forces on Wednesday (29) around 9.12 a.m. The Army retaliated with Small Arms, 81 mm Mortars and Artillery. THREE LTTE cadres were killed besides other damages to them. Seven LTTE cadres killed In attempt to infiltrate Muhamalai FDL's in Jaffna - at 18:30 hours on 29th August On Wednesday (29) around 6.30 p.m., Army troops fired Small Arms and RPG at a group of LTTE cadres attempting to infiltrate into the Muhamalai, FDL's, Jaffna. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Blast injures a Sailor - Mannar on 31 Aug 2007 around 4:20 p.m. An IED fitted to a push bike was blasted at a navy route clearing Troops in Sirithoppu ,Pesaiai ,Mannar today (31) around 4.20p.m. Due to the blast one Navy personal got wounded and was admitted to Mannar hospital. Army neutralizes LTTE threat West of Omathai - Vavuniya on 31 Aug 2007 Troops took measures to neutralizes LTTE active area west of Omathai after mortaring threats forced on the Security Forces Forward Defense Lines in Omathai West. Reports reaching from Omathai confirm that the LTTE had suffered heavy casualties during the preemptive masseuses taken by Security Forces Few Solders get minor injuries in the confrontation. On information from civilian Army recovers 5kg claymore mine - Jaffna on 30 Aug 2007 around 2:00 p.m. On information received from a civilian, Troops recovered a claymore mine (5 kg) from Jaffna town on Thursday (30) around 2.00 p.m. Three LTTE cadres killed when attempting to launch attack on Muhamalai FDL - Jaffna on 30 Aug 2007 at 8:05 p.m. Army troops fired at a group of LTTE terrorists who attempted to fire at the Muhamalai FDL's on Thursday (30) at 8.05 p.m. No harm was reported to Troops. LTTE communication intercepts reveal that three LTTE cadres were killed in the incident. Army recovers on information from Public Ammunition and Military Items - Batticaloa on 30 Aug 2007 around 11:30 a.m. The Army conducted a search operation in the Vakanarai area on Thursday (30) on information received from the public. Troops recovered one thousand five hundred (1500) live rounds of T 56 ammunition, six anti - personnel mines and an I -Com radio antenna around 11.30 am which had been concealed by the LTTE terrorists. Situation Report on 01st September 2007 Situation Report on 01st September 2007 207 anti - personnel mines and 598 (T-56) rounds recovered by Army in Vavuniya and Batticaloa - on 01st Sep 2007 The Army conducting search operations throughout today (01) in Vavuniya and Batticaloa recovered many items of LTTE military hardware. 207 Anti - personnel mines were recovered from the Kuduruvitankulam area in Vavuniya. Meanwhile, 598 T 56 live rounds were recovered from Illukkuvedi and Pulipanchical area in Batticaloa. Five LTTE cadres killed in confrontations at Vavuniya and Mannar - on 01st Sep 2007 Five LTTE cadres when killed during confrontations between the Army and the LTTE terrorists on Saturday (01) in Kuduruvitankulam and Periyathampanai in Vavuniya, and Parappakadanthal in the Mannar District. No Damages were reported by the Army. Security Forces launch Humanitarian Operation at Silavathurai in Mannar - on 01st Sep 2007 The Security Forces launched a Humanitarian Operation today (01) to "liberate" the innocent civilians in Silavaturai, Mannar from the grip of the LTTE terrorists. On Information from Civilian, STF Recovers T56 Rifle, Ammunition and Grenades at Shanthimalava in Ampara - on 01st Sep 2007 On information received from a civilian to the Special Task Force (STF) in Shanthimalaya, a search operation was launched between Shanthimalaya and Pulukunawa. The items given below were recovered by the STF One x T 56 Assault Rifle Two x Hand grenades One x T 56 Magazine Eighteen x T 56 live rounds Situation Report on 02nd September 2007 Situation Report on 02nd September 2007 Security Forces consolidate positions in Silavathurai area in Mannar - on 02nd Sep 2007. The Army after conducting humanitarian operations in Silavathurai area yesterday (01) is today (02) engaged in consolidating its positions. Today (02) the Army successfully captured a LTTE Sea Tiger Base including three boats and a large quantitys of anti- personnel mines and Detonators in the Silavathurai area. Civilians arriving into the Government controlled areas are being found accommodation in the IDP Camps in Don Bosco Church, Murunkan and Nanattan School. The Government has organized all facilities to the IDP's.. Situation Report on 03 September 2007 Situation Report on 03 September 2007 LTTE Terrorists fire mortars at Ethawetunuwewa Village once again - Welioya on 03rd September 2007 at 8:10 a.m. The LTTE fired mortars targeting Ethawetunuwewa area in Welioya today (03) at 8.10 a.m. Three LTTE mortar bombs which slammed into the Ethawetunuwewa village injured two females aged thirty five and fifty five and a sixteen year old youth. The injured have been sent to Anuradhapura hospital. LTTE Terrorists have frequently targeted the village of Ethawetunuwewa village. It was only on the 12th of August that the LTTE targeted the innocent villagers around 8.00 a.m. A villager aged 65 was killed and four others including a two and a half year old child. Earlier, on 28th May LTTE terrorists fired small arms which was successfully repulsed by Troops.. On the 31st of May 2007, the LTTE Terrorists fired mortars indiscriminately at the Ethawetunuwewa " Purana" village injuring two females who were admitted to Hospital with serious injuries. On the 11th, LTTE terrorists were seen attempting to lay anti- personnel mines in the Nilpokunuwewa area, only 300 meters away from the Ethawetunuwewa area. One LTTE cadre killed in confrontation - Vavuniya On 02nd September 2007 around 6:25. Troops launched an attack on a group of LTTE terrorists who attempted to attack the Thampane area FDL's, Vavuniya on Sunday (02) around 6.25 p.m. Troops confirm a LTTE cadre was killed in the incident. Troops recovered a T 56 Assault rifle in a search operation conducted after the incident. No damages have been reported to Troops. Situation Report on 04 September 2007 Situation Report on 04 September 2007 Serunuwara police recover ltte explosives in Trincomalee - on 04th September On a tip off by a civilian the Serunuwara police recovered the following from the Thanguweli area in Serunuwara today (04) Arms and ammunitions found in Batticaloa - at 11:30 hours on 04th September Acting on information received from civilians resettled after being liberated from terrorists, the STF personnel found arms and ammunition buried in Aithamalai, in Batticaloa on Monday 03 around 11.30 a.m. Two LTTE cadres killed in Batticaloa - at 07:00 hours on 04th September Army troops who conducted a search operation on information received from a civilian source in Sithandi, Koralankerni area today (04) were attacked by the LTTE terrorists around 7.00 a.m. Situation Report on 05 September 2007 Situation Report on 05 September 2007 Troops recover sixty anti personnel mines in Batticaloa - at 09:00 hours on 05th September The army bomb disposal personnel defused sixty anti personnel mines that were recovered from the Siththandi are around 9.00 a.m. this morning (05). Army recovers more arms from Mavil Aru in Trincomalee - on 05th September Army troops recovered the following during a search operation launched in Mavil Aru, east of Trincomalee today (05). Situation Report on 06 September 2007 Situation Report on 06 September 2007 Navy recovers boat and engine repair parts from Mannar - 06th September 2007 around 2:45 a.m. Sailors on a foot patrol recovered a stock of boat and engine repair parts concealed for the LTTE along the Kattupalliya coastal belt in Mannar. The stock which was concealed inside a jungle patch was ready to be transported to the LTTE, the Navy said. Naval sources confirmed that these repair parts are used by the LTTE to maintain their Sea Tiger boats. The recovery was made around 2.45 a.m. this morning (06). Among the large stock were the following. Crank shafts 3 Wire rolls 54 Grinder disks 114 Parts of lathe machines 10 Air Filters 14 Air Cleaners 4 Electrical grinders 3 Nails 4 kg Electric drillers 3 Pistons 2 Engine diesel 400 Lt Coolant used in caterpillars 200 Lt. Search operations are still on in the area. On Information from Public STF Recovers T-56 Rifle /Ammunition - Ampara on 06th September 2007 around 4:00 a.m. The Special Task Force (STF) conducted a search operation on Thursday (06) around 4.00 am on information provided by a civilian in Vadikuda area, Akkaraipattu and recovered the military items given below. 01 x T-56 Assault rifle 03 x T -56 Magazines 46 x T-56 live rounds 01 x Mobile telephone (Nokia) 01 x Lapsed air- ticket Situation Report on 07 September 2007 Situation Report on 07 September 2007 Army consolidate position - Mannar on 07th September 2007 Army troops currently (Friday 07) engaged in a humanitarian mission is consolidating their positions in Mullikulam area in Mannar. The largest haul of arms found - Batticaloa on 07th September 2007 Army troops were able to recover the largest haul of arms, ammunition in recent times on a search operation conducted in Tharavikulam area in Batticaloa, today (07). The recoveries included 53 T-56 weapons, 64900 T-56 ammunition and 680 x 82 mm mortar bombs. The fact that the fleeing tiger terrorists had to abandon such a large haul of arms indicates the gravity of their defeat. Three Civilians killed - Batticaloa on 07th September 2007 around 10:25 a.m. Three civilians were killed when a tractor transporting sand from Mailawattuwan area along the Wandaramulla- Uppude road in the Eravur Police Division was hit by a pressure mine on Friday 07 around 10.25 a.m. The engine of the Tractor had been totally damaged. The victims are innocent civilians aged, 17, 40 and 41 years. This bomb had been placed by tiger terrorists targeting the Security Forces. Navy recovers LTTE arms from Nilaweli - Trincomalee on 07th September 2007 around 7:50 a.m. Acting on public information the Navy recovered the following from the Periyamkulam area in Nilaweli around 7.50 a. m. this morning (07). The stock of arms and ammunition was concealed by the LTTE, the Navy said. T-56 rounds 120 T-56 magazines 04 Belt order 01 Packs 01 Hand grenades 02 LTTE combat uniforms kits 01 Dry rations and equipment Civilian cooperation has helped the Security Forces to minimize LTTE terror attacks and to maintain law and order in the country. Security Forces continue to recover large stocks of arms and ammunition concealed by the LTTE in newly liberated areas. These recoveries are possible due to the timely information by the civilians. Situation Report on 08 September 2007 Situation Report on 08 September 2007 One Army personnel killed - Batticaloa on 08th September 2007 around 11:15 a.m. On a search operation, Army troops found a vehicle abandoned by fleeing terrorists at South of Narakamulla. On close observation the explosives in the vehicle blasted killing one Army personnel and wounding 06. The incident took place today (08) around 11.15 a.m. in the Narakamulla South. Five terrorists killed - Jaffna on 08th September 2007 Army troops having observed a gathering of terrorists, close to Forward Defence Line (FDL) of Nagarkovil, Jaffna eventually neutralized them by destroying 03 tiger bunkers successfully. In the confrontation, five terrorists were killed and many injured. In the subsequent search operation troops recovered some weapons, ammunition and military equipment. The confrontation occurred today (08) morning. Situation Report on 09 September 2007 Situation Report on 09 September 2007 Army Recover Nineteen Anti-Personnel Mines from Ampadi-illupaikulam on 09th September 2007 The Army recovered nineteen Anti- personnel mines from Ampadi-Illupaikulam, Vavuniya on Saturday (08) when conducting a search operation. 82mm mortar bombs & anti-personnel mines recovered by Troops - Mannar on 09th September 2007 The under- mentioned items which had been concealed and left behind by the LTTE Terrorists were recovered in the search operations conducted by the Army in Silavathurai area on Saturday (08). 81 x 82 mm Mortars Bombs 05 x Anti - Personnel Mines Situation Report on 10th September 2007. Situation Report on 10th September 2007. Troops find abandoned arms and ammunition at Batticaloa - at 3.30 p.m on 10th Sep 2007 The Army discovered the following arms and ammunition during a search operation launched following a tip off from a civilian in Kadiraveli around 3.30 p.m. this evening (10) T-56 weapons 04 T-56 magazines 05 81 mm Illuminating Mortar Bombs 07 LTTE abducts and kills civilian at Settikulam in Vavuniya - around 8.00 a.m on 10th Sep 2007. Today (10) the Police recovered the dead body of a 35 year old Tamil civilian who had been abducted and killed by the LTTE in Settikulam. His remains were recovered around 8.00 a.m. today. According to Police inquiries, the victim, a resident of Settikulam had been abducted from home last Saturday (08). He engages in farming for a living. LTTE cadres critically injured in Army, Navy attack at Mandathivu in Jaffna - around 4.30 a.m on 10th Sep 2007. Intercepted tiger communication has confirmed that three LTTE cadres have suffered severe injuries in an Army, Navy attack on a LTTE boat that arrived in Mandathivu around 4.30 a.m. this morning (10). Cops injured in claymore blast at Salambakulam in Vavuniya - around 10.40 a.m on 10th Sep 2007. Two Policemen were injured in a claymore mine explosion triggered by Tiger terrorists at Salambakulam along the Vavuniya - Mannar main road around 10.40 a.m. this morning (10). The two Policemen were riding a motorbike when the blast hit them. The two were rushed to the Vavuniya hospital with minor injuries, the Police said. Situation Report on 11 September 2007 Situation Report on 11 September 2007 Three LTTE ships carrying arms destroyed: biggest victory ever for the Sri Lanka navy - on 11th September The Sri Lanka Navy achieved the biggest victory in its history when three LTTE vessels carrying arms and military equipment to the LTTE were destroyed yesterday (10) in the South East high seas about 600 nautical miles (1200 Km) from the coast, revealed the Navy Commander Vice Admiral wasantha Karannagoda at a media briefing held at the Media Centre for National Security today (11). Two terrorists killed in Vavuniya - at 13:45 hours on 10th September Vavuniya: Two LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation with the security forces at Navatkulam, Vavuniya yesterday (10) around 1.55 p.m. Situation Report on 12 September 2007 Situation Report on 12 September 2007 Cop injured in grenade blast in Trincomalee - at 13:05 hours on 12th September A hand grenade trapped inside a bunker near the Mihindupura School, exploded injuring a policeman in the vicinity. The incident took place around 1.05 p.m. this afternoon (12). Navy arrests ten Indian fishermen in Thalaimannar - at 15:30 hours on 12th September The navy arrested ten Indian fishermen and two fishing boats that illegally entered Sri Lankan waters around 3.30 a.m. last morning (11). Troops continue to uncover LTTE arms from Thoppigala in Batticaloa - at 11:30 hours on 12th September Troops recovered the following arms during a search operation launched in an area north of Narakamulla in Thoppigala around 11.30 a.m. last morning (11). Situation Report on 13 September 2007 Situation Report on 13 September 2007 Tiger cadre killed in troop attack in Mannar - at 15:45 hours on 13th September A tiger cadre was killed and his weapon recovered when troops attacked a LTTE hideout in the Parayanakulam area around 3.45 p.m. this evening (13). Navy, air force attack sea tiger movement in Mullaithivu - at 18:30 hours on 13th September SLAF destroys Sea Tiger base that launched the movement The Navy assisted by the air force attacked a sea tiger movement comprising of around twenty boats off Mullaithivu around 6.30 p.m. this evening (13). Naval fast attack craft detecting the cluster of Sea Tiger boats called for air support after launching an attack to neutralize the movement. EPDP member shot dead in Batticaloa - at 11:20 hours on Unidentified gunmen shot dead an EPDP member who was selling their Newspaper in Valachchenai, Batticaloa around 11.20 a.m. today (13). The victim was 21 years old. Investigations are on. Army Thwarts LTTE amphibious insertion from Poonarin in Jaffna - 06:00 hours on 13th September Troops launched mortar and artillery strikes against a LTTE boat that tried to enter Kachchai from Poonarin forcing them to abandon the mission to save their lives. The incident took place around 6.00 a.m. last morning (12). Situation Report on 14 September 2007 Situation Report on 14 September 2007 02 Claymore mines recovered - Batticaloa on 14th Sep 2007 On a search operation conducted by the Army troops in Tharavikulam, Batticoloa 02 claymore mines, one radio signal equipment and 250 g of C4 were recovered yesterday(14). Six terrorists killed - Vavuniya on 14th Sep 2007 around 11:35 a.m. Six LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with the Army troops at Kaddiperumakulam, Vavuniya yesterday (14) around 11.35 a.m. Three soldiers were also killed in the confrontation. Eight terrorists killed - Vavuniya on 14th Sep 2007 around 12:45 p.m. Eight LTTE cadres were killed in the retaliating attacks in two confrontations by the army at Kallikulam, Vavuniya yesterday (14). Troops confirmed the deaths of LTTE cadres by listening to Radio communication sets. The first confrontation took place around 8.40 a.m. and the second, around 12.45 p.m. No damages to the troops have been reported. Claymore mine attack - Jaffna on 14th Sep 2007 around 8:55 p.m. LTTE terrorists targeted a claymore mine at an army bus in Manthikai, Jaffna yesterday (14) around 8.55 p.m. Two soldiers paid the supreme sacrifice and seven received minor injuries Ten LTTE cadres killed - Jaffna on 14th Sep 2007 around 6:30 a.m. Ten LTTE cadres were killed when Army troops retaliated their attack on the FDL at Muhamalai today (14) around 6.30 a.m. Army sources have confirmed by intercepting LTTE communication that ten terrorists were killed and that the confrontation had lasted about an hour in which two soldiers sustained injuries. Situation Report on 15 September 2007 Situation Report on 15 September 2007 Abandoned house produces suicide jackets - Jaffna on 15th Sep 2007 around 11:30 a.m. Troops on information searched an abandoned house in Gurunagar area this morning (15) and recovered three suicide jackets, three T-56 weapons, 14 magazines, 420 T-56 ammunition, eight hand grenades, one Icom set, one claymore mine, sixteen code sheets, one military pack, three belt order kits, three combat uniforms, one cyanide, three field dressings, four 9 v batteries and a civil trouser at about 11.30 a.m.. Meanwhile, a Global Positioning System (GPS) unit, a laser range finder, one cyanide capsule, one cellular phone, one military pouch, two hand grenades, one magazine, thirty T-56 ammunition, one binocular with night vision capability, one Icom radio set, one Icom antenna, two military packs, one oil bottle, three field dressings and a parcel of food items were found washed ashore to the Thannankillappu seas this morning (15). An LTTE cadre killed - Ampara on 15th Sep 2007 STF troops conducting a search operation in Thirukkovil, Ampara has observed a gang of tiger terrorists hiding. STF had attacked the tigers, triggering a confrontation. On a subsequent search operation, a dead body of tiger terrorist was found along with a claymore mine, 07 Anti Personnel Mines, several LTTE uniforms, and a stock of dry foodstuffs. A STF combatant who received injuries in the confrontation was admitted to Kkaraipattu hospital and later, succumbed to injuries. Ammunition recovered - Batticaloa on 15th Sep 2007 On a search operation conducted at Periyawadduwan, Batticoloa, 450 pistol ammunition were recovered by army troops. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 16 September 2007 Another LTTE Cadre Surrenders To the Special Task Force - on 15th September A nineteen year old ltte terrorist has surrendered to the Special Task Force (STF) road block at Kanchanakudah , Ampara on Saturday (15) . Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 18th September 2007 Sixteen bombs found at Tharavikulam in Batticaloa - around 12.05 p.m on 18th Sept 2007 Sixteen anti personnel mines hidden by fleeing terrorists were recovered by Army troops who conducted a search operation in Tharavikulam area in Batticaloa today (18) around 12.05 p.m Civilian injured at Murukkan in Mannar - around 11.10 a.m on 18th Sept 2007. A civilian was injured in a mortar attack at Murukkan area, Mannar by tiger terrorists today (18) around 11.10 a.m. Assortment of military equipment found at Kanchikudichchi in Ampara - around 1.30 a.m on 18th Sept 2007 STF personnel who were conducting a search operation in Kanchikudichchi area in Ampara were able to recover an assortment of items: three anti personnel mines, 24 anti personnel mine fuses, 23 video and CD cassettes, 01 radio, 01 fax machine, LTTE documents, dry foodstuffs and some medical equipment, yesterday (18) around 1.30 a.m. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 19th September 2007 Three LTTE Terrorists Killed In Confrontation - Vavuniya, at 08:55 a.m. on 19 Sep Troops confirm that three LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation in Marathamadu - Vavuniya on Wednesday (19) at 08:55 a.m. The under-mentioned items were recovered in a search operation conducted by Troops after the incident. 01 x T 56 Assault Rifle 06 x Hand Grenades Military Accessories recovered - Serunuwara, at 10:45 a.m. on 19 Sep The Serunuwara Police, Trincomalee, conducting a search operation on Wednesday (19) morning at 10:45, recovered military accessories as given below which had been buried in an abandoned house by the LTTE Terrorists. Item / Description Amount T 56 LMG Drums - 13 T 56 Magazines - 25 T 81 Magazines - 04 T 81 Drums - 01 MPMG Drums - 01 T56 LMG Links - 03 81 mm Mortar Base Plates - 04 Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 20th September 2007 LTTE equipments uncovered - Batticaloa, on 20 Sep On a search operation conducted by army troops following items were recovered in Mudagana, Batticaloa today at noon. Communication set 07 (various types), Electric detonators 30 These equipment are believed to have been abandoned by tiger terrorists after their defeat in the East. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 21st September 2007 Five LTTE Terrorists Killed In Confrontation - Vavuniya, at 12:50 p.m. on 20 Sep Troops and monitored LTTE communications confirm that five LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation in kuduruvittankulam, vavuniya on Thursday (20) in the afternoon at 12:50. wo soldiers were also reported wounded in the incident. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 22nd September 2007. Air strikes neutralize LTTE attempts to salvage LTTE Vishwamadu Base in Mullaitivu - at 7.00 a.m on 22nd Sept 2007 Today (22) at 7.00 a.m., Air Force fighter jet aircraft launched an air strike in the vicinity around the LTTE Vishvamadu Base on Terrorists engaged in attempting to salvage what remained from yesterday's (21) air strike using vehicles. The air strike based on LTTE communication intercepts and intelligence was successfully completed LTTE terrorist killed & several injured in confrontation at Umayaratovarankulam in Vavuniya - at 1.50 p.m on 22nd Sept 2007 The Army launched an attack against LTTE Terrorists on Saturday (22) at 1.50 pm in Umayaratovarankulam area, Vauniya. Troops operating in forward area confirm that a LTTE Terrorist was killed and many others were injured in the incident. No damage to Troops reported Two LTTE terrorists killed and many injured in confrontation at Tampane in Vavuniya - at 3.30 p.m on 22nd Sept 2007. Two LTTE terrorists were killed and many were reported injured in a confrontation with the Army on Saturday (22) at 3.30 p.m. in Tampane, Vavuniya. A soldier was also reported killed and EIGHT were injured in the incident. On information from civilian, troops recover T-56 rifles & accessories at Omadiyamadu in Batticaloa - around 4.30 p.m on 22nd Sept 2007. Troops conducting a search operation on Saturday (22) around 4.30 p.m. on information received from a civilian, recovered from an abandoned compound in Omadiyamadu, Batticaloa the items given below. These items had been buried by the LTTE terrorists. T-56 Assault Rifles 03 T-56 Magazines 06 Olive Green Belt 01 LTTE Caps 01 Pressure gauge 01 Medicine 12 bottles Pen Torch Batteries 05 On civilian information Police recover large stock of ammunition / mines etc at Vakarai in Batticaloa - at 5.30 p.m on 22nd Sept 2007. On information received from a civilian, Vakarai Police conducted a search operation in Navathkulam area, Vakarai and recovered a large stock of ammunition consisting of various varieties, and other items as given below on Saturday (22) at 5.30 p.m. These items were found concealed in a barrel and hidden in a thicket near the lagoon in Navathkulam. Heavy Machine Gun Ammunition 718 live rounds T 56 Assault Rifle 226 live rounds 40mm RPG 03 live rounds Hand Grenades 01 Anti - Personnel Mines 60 Anti- Personnel Mines Fuses 60 RPG Rounds 01 RPG Charger 01 Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 23rd September 2007 Police Commandos Recover Explosives - Ampara, 0n 23 Sep Special Task Force personnel engaged in the Niyathai Jaya Operation recovered the following explosives and other material from the Kanchikudichchiaru area. These are believed to have been abandoned by the LTTE. Item / Description Amount Anti personnel mines 4 Detonators 5 Detonator cords (M) 1 Stock of C-4 explosives Pressure mine fuse holders 140 LTTE identifications cards 1 LTTE photo album 1 Torch batteries 20 Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 24th September 2007 Three LTTE cadres killed, two bunkers destroyed in Troop Retaliation - Jaffna, on 24 Sep Troops killed three LTTE cadres and destroyed two of their bunkers in retaliatory strikes near at the Kilali forward defences early this morning (24). The Security Forces forward defence line in Kilali came under a LTTE attack in the early hours of today. Fierce retaliation by troops forced the group to flee the area with heavy casualties. One soldier was killed while five others sustained injuries in the confrontation. Navy Seizes Massive Stock of Diesel & Medical Items - Mannar, at 02:00 a.m. on 24 Sep Early morning today (24), around 2:00 a.m., Sri Lankan Navy troops recovered a large stock of fuel with medical items as given below concealed in a thicket along the beach in Puthukudiyirippu area , Pesalai. Item / Description Amount Diesel liters (packed in 24 barrels each containing 210 liters) 5040 Plaster of Paris (Kg) 275 Medical items 02 (Boxes) 02 Naval authorities believe these items have been concealed to be transported to LTTE terrorists in the ncontrolled areas of Vedithaltivu area , in the mainland North of Mannar. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 25 September 2007 LTTE explodes claymore bomb in Jaffna - at 08:15 hours on 25th September LTTE Exploded a claymore bomb at Siththankarnie, Jaffna this morning (25) around 8.15 a.m. targeting a team of soldiers on foot patrol. Two civilians died as a result and three soldiers sustained injuries. The wounded were admitted to the Palalai hospital for treatment. LTTE attack on rakkuli village and security forces in Trincomalee - at 18:15 hours on 25th September LTTE terrorists launched an attack on the security forces at Muttur Rakkuli yesterday (24) approximately at 6.15 p.m. Terrorists also targeted the Rakkuli Village simultaneously. Security Forces Confront LTTE Attack at Yoda Weva in Mannar - at 12:15 hours on 25th September During the early hours today (24), at around 12.15 p.m., LTTE terrorists' attempt to attack a security cordon along the Western side of GIANTS TANK (Yoda wewa) area in Mannar was repelled successfully by the Forces. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 26 September 2007 Three LTTE cadres killed in confrontation in Vavuniya - at 10: 40 hours on 26th September Troops killed three ltte cadres in a confrontation in the Pokkaravani area around 10:40 a.m. last morning (25). Failed infiltration bid kills ten LTTE cadres - Vavuniya - on 25th September Troops manning Denfences in Vilaththikulam, Vavuniya killed ten LTTE Cadres who tried to breach the Vilaththikulam defence line on two instances last evening (25). Tiger bid to breach Weli-Oya FDL thwarted in Weli Oya area - on 25th September A LTTE attempt to infiltrate the armed forces' forward defence line near the Kumbuk Wewa area in Weli-Oya last morning (25), was crushed by troops inflicting heavy damages to the enemy. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 27 September 2007 Seven LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation in Vavuniya - at 16:45 hours on 26th September The army launched an attack on LTTE terrorists in the afternoon on Wednesday ( 26) at 4:45 p.m. when they attempted to infiltrate into the Pokkaraverni FDL'S in Vavuniya . seven LTTE terrorists were killed in the incident and the items given below were recovered. Four LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation at killali in Jaffna - at 13:05 hours on 26th September The army launched an attack on LTTE terrorists attempting to infiltrate into Muhamalai FDL'S, Jaffna at 1:05 a.m. on Wednesday (26) killing four Terrorists. The items given below were recovered in a search operation conducted by Troops after the incident Terrorist Injured - Jaffna, at 9:50 a.m. on 27 Sep The LTTE terrorist who was involved in the claymore attack at the police jeep yesterday (27) had fled when he was detected by the Army troops on information today (28) morning in Inuvil, Jaffna around 9:50 a.m. While fleeing he had blasted a hand grenade and injured himself. He was hospitalized. On searching his house, following items were found. Type / Description Amount Pistol 01 Claymore mine 01 Claymore device 01 Cyanide capsule 01 Weapons and Equipment Found - Trincomalee, at 10:30 p.m. on 27 Sep On a search operation conducted after a confrontation with the LTTE in Pulmoddai Sea yesterday (27) around 10:30 p.m. During the search operation conducted in Pulmoddai following items were recovered by the Navy. Type / Description Amount Claymore Mines 03 Land Mines 02 Medical Equipments Foodstuffs and several military equipment Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 28 September 2007 Troop Retaliation Kills Three LTTE Cadres - Vavuniya, at 1:00 p.m. on 28 Sep Troops successfully neutralized an ltte attack by killing three Tiger cadres in Navatkulum around 1:00 p.m. Heavy retaliation by troops during the confrontation forced the others to flee the area, the Army said. No harm was reported to troops. Situation Report on 29 September 2007 Situation Report on 29 September 2007 Claymore mine found in lorry - Vavuniya on 29th Sep 2007 around 11:30 a.m On information received from a lorry driver to the Policemen on duty at the check point on Vavuniya - Horowpathana road, a claymore mine and a remote controller were found today (29) around 11.30 a.m. A suspicions person had requested the driver to transport a parcel of vegetables whose heaviness had aroused the driver's suspicion who immediately informed the Police. Eventually, Policemen were able to recover the bomb. Troops seize vehicle with 180 kg of gelignite - Mannar on 29th Sep 2007 at 10:30 a.m. The Army took into custody a vehicle carrying 180 Kg of gelignite in the Sirinathakulam area on the Mannar- Parayanakulam road at 10.30 a.m. today (29). The Gelignite was concealed beneath the rear seat and also in the buffer of the vehicle. The vehicle is believed to have arrived from Kuliyapitiya area. One suspect has been taken into custody. The Police and the Army are conducting investigations. Air Force destroys sea tiger training facility -Puthukkudiyiruppu on 29th Sep 2007 at 8:10 a.m. Sri Lanka air force fighter jets this morning (September 29) destroyed a key training facility of the Sea Tigers located at Thevipuram, Northwest of Puthukkudiyiruppu, air force sources said. Information gathered through air surveillance and ground intelligence for a long time have confirmed that the target had been used to train LTTE cadres on seaborne and amphibian operations. Further, real time ground information has confirmed that the activities in the targeted camp have largely increased since last two- three weeks. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 30th September 2007 LTTE terrorists fire small arms at Welioya FDL's - at 12.15 p.m on 30th Sept 2007. LTTE terrorists fired small arms at the Welioya FDL's on Sunday (30) at 12.15 p.m. A soldier was killed in the attack. The Terrorist fled when Troops retaliated STF recover 500 feet safety cord at Kurumankadu in Vavuniya - between 10.40 a.m to 2.00 pm on 30th Sept 2007. In a search operation conducted between 10.40 a.m. - 2.00 p.m. on Sunday (30), the Special Task Force (STF) recovered five hundred (500) feet of Safety Cord which had been left abandoned by the LTTE Terrorist concealed in a scrub jungle at Kurumankadu, Vavuniya. Situation Report on 01st October 2007 Situation Report on 01st October 2007 Haul of equipment unearthed - Mannar on 01st Oct 2007 around 3:15 a.m. Early hours of today (01) at around 3.15 a.m. at Pallimunai, Kattupalliya area a team of naval officers during a search operation have unearthed the following equipment buried in the beach area. 9.9 Horse Power Outboard Motor Engines 01 15 Horse Power Outboard Motor Engines 01 Motor Cycle Spark Plugs 335 Gasket Sets (assorted) 54 Motor Cycle starter pedals 98 Sets of oil seals 141 In addition to the above a large stock of spare parts for motor cycles were also found. The Naval forces state that the above haul had been hidden underground to be transported to LTTE terrorists. Arms and ammunition found - Batticaloa, at 7:45 p.m. on 01 Oct An LTTE cadre who was arrested by the STF - Batticoloa, committed suicide by swallowing a cyanide capsule around 7:45 pm. The STF personnel were able to elicit vital information on hideouts of weapons by interrogating the suspect who led the security personnel to a place near his house where he had suddenly swallowed the cyanide capsule. The deceased was identified as Sivanasion Pavindra Kumara of the pavandan, 'Brigade' of the LTTE. The recovered items are as follows Item / Description Amount T - 56 Weapon 01 T - 56 ammunition 220 Hand grenade 01 Identification badges 707 LTTE claymore mine explosion injures four including one civilian- Vavuniya on 01st Oct 2007 at 10:30 a.m. A civilian and three security personnel were injured when LTTE terrorists triggered off a roadside claymore mine today (01), at Puwarasakulam in Vavuniya, at 10:30 a.m. The claymore explosion was targeted at a buffle vehicle, transporting Air Force personnel along the Vavuniya - Mannar road, security sources said. The injured were rushed to the general hospital in Vavuniya, security sources said.Troops foil another LTTE attempt infiltrate Mannar FDL; 3 terrorists killed - Mannar on 01st Oct 2007 around 11:10 a.m. Troops successfully foiled another attempt of LTTE cadres to infiltrate their Forward Defence Line (FDL) in Mannar around 11:10 this morning. The incident occurred when the soldiers intercepted a terrorist movement at Thirukeshwaram in the Maanthai area. Troops confirmed that three terrorists were killed in the incident. The terrorist have fled the area taking the bodies of the slain cadres with them. No casualties were reported to own forces. The terrorist have withdrawn the area with the bodies of the slain LTTE cadres. Arms and Ammunition Found - Monaragala, on 01 Oct Moneragala Police were able to recover arms and ammunition hidden in a rock cave in Gelone Kanda, Moneragala during the midnight (01). The recovered items are as follows: Item / Description Amount 01 Kg Claymore Mine 01 Remote controller 01 T-56 Live ammunition 02 The search operation was conducted by the Moneragala Police immediately after receiving the tip off. No arrests have been made. The Moneragala Police are conducting further inquiries. Situation Report on 02nd October 2007 Situation Report on 02nd October 2007 Navy recovers abandoned LTTE military gear from Trincomalee - Trincomalee, at 12:00 p.m. on 02 Oct On a tip off from a civilian, the Navy recovered the following concealed by the LTTE in a jungle patch in Nilaweli. The recovery was made around 12.00 noon (02). Item / Description Amount 5 Kg Claymore mines 01 5 Kg Improvised bombs 02 T 56 rifles 02 T-56 rounds 111 T-56 Magazines 04 Electronic detonators 02 Detonator cord (meters) 28 Traveling bags 01 Tape rolls 01 Situation Report on 03rd October 2007 Situation Report on 03rd October 2007 Six LTTE terrorists killed & many injured in confrontations in Vavuniya - on 03rd Oct 2007 Confrontations were reported yesterday (03), during the day between the Security Forces and the LTTE terrorists using small arms, mortars and artillery in the Iratchchikulam, Periyathampanai, Pokkaravenu and Navakkulam areas. It is confirmed that six (06) LTTE terrorists were killed and many were also seriously injured in the confrontations. Three (03) soldiers were killed and five were reported injured in the incidents. Situation Report on 04 October 2007 Situation Report on 04 October 2007 Weapons and equipment found in Jaffna - on 04th October On receiving information from a civilian army troops unearthed following military equipment and a weapon buried in an abandoned land in Thirunaweli, Jaffna today (04) at noon. Suicide Jacket 01 Communication set 01 T-56 weapon 01 Weapons and a vehicle found in Batticaloa - at 08:30 hours on 04th October A search operation by the army troops has unearthed a micro pistol, magazine and 22 rifle in Thiliweddi, Batticaloa today (04) around 8.30 a.m. Further, troops found a 'Canter' truck abandoned by tiger terrorists yesterday (03) in Periyavettuwan. On Information from civilian troops recover assault rifle, ammunition &hand grenades in Eravur (Batticaloa) On information from a civilian, Troops recovered the items given below on Wednesday (03) from Trincomalee & Eravur. Navy Seizes 1050 Liters of Diesel/ Cement & outboard motors in Mannar Sri Lanka navy troops conducting a foot patrol in the scrub jungle of the Sirithoppu and Pesalai areas, Mannar, today (04) at 3.00 a.m. recovered the items given below. Situation Report on 05th October 2007 Situation Report on 05th October 2007 Three LTTE terrorists killed including area leader "Kalivanan" - Welioya on 05th Oct 2007 It is confirmed that three LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation on Friday (05) at Ethawetunuwewa, Welioya. LTTE communication intercepts reveal that in the confrontation a LTTE area leader identified as "Kalivanan" was also killed. No damage to troops have been reported Bodies of an officer & soldier handed over to ICRC - Vavuniya on 05th Oct 2007 at 5.00 p.m. On Friday (05) at 5.00 p.m., LTTE terrorists handed over the bodies of an Army officer and soldier to the Army killed in recent confrontations in Vavuniya through the ICRC at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point. Naval troops recover sixty bags of cement from Sirithoppu - Mannar on 05th Oct 2007 around 02.10 a.m. Naval troops around 02.10 a.m. On Friday (05), recovered sixty (60) bags of cement from Sirithoppu area, Mannar, Six LTTE terrorists killed in confrontations - Vavuniya on 05th Oct 2007 Confrontations with the LTTE terrorists were reported on Friday (05) in the Periyathampene, Vilattikulam, & Navathkulam areas of Vavuniya. Two LTTE terrorists were reported killed and six were injured in the incidents four soldiers sustained injuries. Arms and ammunition found - Jaffna on 05th Oct 2007 around 07.00 a.m. On a tip-off received from a civilian the army troops conducted a search operation in Putthur west in Jaffna and received following arms, ammunition and other material on Friday (05) morning at about 07.00 a.m. Claymore Mines 02 Suicide Kits 01 T-56 Weapon 01 T-56 Magazine 01 Communication Set 01 Several Cord Sheets T-56 Ammunition 25 Map 01 LTTE involvement not ruled out - Colombo on 05th Oct 2007 at about 2.30 p.m. Two army soldiers in their civils traveling in a three-wheeler were shot and injured by suspected LTTE (tiger operatives) or their accomplices in another three-wheeler close to Maligawatta, COLOMBO 10 on Friday (05) afternoon at about 2.30 p.m. Preliminary investigations so far conducted by the Police have revealed that the assailants are either members of the LTTE criminal network or belong to other group of criminals. While the soldiers visited the area for the some duty, the pistol men in another three-wheeler approached them and fired at close range. However, soldiers escaped with injuries and were admitted to the Colombo National hospital. Police are now on the lookout for the assailants. Bombs found - Batticaloa on 05th Oct 2007 On a search operation conducted by Army troops in Pulipanchchical in Batticoloa today (05) morning following bombs were found. Pressure Mine 01 Claymore Mine 03 (each weighting 2 kg) 60 mm Mortar Bombs 10 These explosives have been abandoned by terrorists fleeing after their defeat in East. Situation Report on 06 October 2007 Situation Report on 06 October 2007 Bodies handed over to ICRC - Vavuniya on 06th Oct 2007 around 1.30 p.m. Four dead bodies of Tiger terrorists who were killed in recent confrontations were handed over by Sri Lanka Army troops to the ICRC near the Entry /Exit Point at Omanthai, Vavuniya today (06) around 1.30 p.m.. Vandalism by the LTTE - Vavuniya on 06th Oct 2007 LTTE terrorists shot and destroyed a transformer installed to supply electricity to Pulihari Puliyankulam, Vavuniya. Terrorists also shot and caused heavy damages to the transformer installed to supply electricity to a housing complex located in Shambalthottam. This kind of blatant vandalism which denies a basic necessity of the community by the LTTE the self-styled sole representative of the Tamil people, is ample testimony to their callous disregard for the well-being of the Tamil community whom they claim to liberate Six T - 56 Weapons Found - Batticaloa on 06th Oct 2007 around 9.00 a.m. Army troops who were conducting a search operation in Thihilaweddi area this morning (06) around 9.00 am recovered 06 T - 56 weapons, belonging to the tiger terrorists. Situation Report on 07 October 2007 Situation Report on 07 October 2007 Ten LTTE Terrorist killed in confrontations in Mannar, Vavuniya and Welioya Ten LTTE terrorists were killed during attacks launched by the army on Saturday (06) in Vavuniya and Mannar as given below. Mannar: Six LTTE terrorist were reported killed in confrontations with the troops in the adampan area, Mannar. Vavuniya: Four LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations in the area of Vilayaathikulam, Vavauniya. Welioya Area: A soldier was reported killed when the LTTE terrorist launched an attack on Troops in the Welioya AREA. The terrorists fled when troops retaliated. Troops Recover Military Hardware from Vavuniya Area Army troops recovered a large assortment of military hardware in a search operation conducted in the Pokkaraveni, Vilayaathikulam, Thampane AREAS of VAVUNIYA on Saturday (06). The items recovered are given below. Anti - Personnel Mines 250 60 mm Mortar Bombs 41 Anti- Tank Mines 04 T 56 Assault Rifles 02 RPG Rounds 04 A large quantity of other military as well as medicine and food items were also recovered. Situation Report on 08th October 2007. Situation Report on 08th October 2007. LTTE claymore targets the STF at Makmitiyawa in Ampara - around 8.30 a.m on 08th Oct 2007. Today (8) at around 8.30 a.m. a team of Special Task Force personnel who were deployed on a search operation under the "Niyathai Jaya - 4" operation came under a LTTE claymore mine attack at Bakmitiyawa towards Koduruhela. One Special Task Force Officer lost his life while another officer and another Home Guard sustained injuries. The injured were rushed to the AMPARA hospital by the Security Forces. The search operation was launched to track down some LTTE cadres that had fled the Kanchikudichchiaru Kovil junction, north of Ampara. STF personnel found a haul of arms during the mission. Situation Report on 09 October 2007 Situation Report on 09 October 2007 Troops found Claymores mines - Vavuniya on 09th Oct 2007 around 8:15 a.m. Troops found two claymore mines which were concealed along the A-30 Vavuniaya- Parayanakulum road around 8:15 a.m. this morning (09). he recovered claymore mines weighed 7.5 kg and 2.5 kg each Army finds claymore from abandoned land - Jaffna on 9th Oct 2007 around 9.00 a.m. On an tip off from a civilian, Troops recovered a claymore mine from an abandoned land in Vediri, Jaffna this morning (09). A tripod was also among the recovered. The recovery was made around 9.00 a.m. in the morning. LTTE terrorist killed and weapons recovered in STF counter attacks- Ampara on 09th Oct 2007 at 9:35 a.m. Police Commandos, Special Task Force personnel today (09) at 9:35 a.m, confronted with a group of LTTE terrorists at general area Rupaskulam in Ampara, killing a terrorist and recovering a hoard of weapons said security sources. According to security sources, LTTE elements were forced to retreat with heavy losses following effective counter attacks from troops. During search operations conducted in the area troops recovered following items left by fleeing LTTE terrorists. T-56 assault riffles - 02 T-56 magazine - 10 T-56 ammunition - 300 Pistol (9mm) - 01 Pistol magazines - 03 Pistol ammunition (9mm) - 25 Hand grenades - 04 GPS - 01 I-com sets - 02 Antennas - 04 Pouches - 04 LTTE pack with dry rations Troops recover consignment of LTTE weapons - Trincomalee on 09th Oct 2007 at 10:30 a.m. Troops recovered two claymore mines and a consignment of LTTE weapons in search operations conducted in general area Sallisampaltivu, north west of Trincomalee today (09) at 10:30 a.m. The claymore mines weighing 5 kg each were recovered along with 02 T-56 assault riffles, 06 T-56 magazines, 180 T-56 ammunition and an LTTE pack, security sources said. The recovery was made in a jungle patch following information from civilians, security sources said. Situation Report on 10 October 2007 Situation Report on 10 October 2007 Troops Recover Abandoned LTTE Arms and Ammunition - Trincomalee on 10 Oct Troops deployed on a search operation found the following arms and ammunition abandoned by the LTTE in Kandalkadu area today (10). Item / Description Amount RPG Launcher 1 Disposable RPG Launcher 1 RPG Round 1 Firing Device 1 Anti Personnel Mines 7 MPMG Rounds 30 T-56 Rounds 12 LTTE Pack 1 LTTE Combat Kit 1 Medicine Bag 1 The recovery was made around 3:00 p.m. this evening Police Find 20 Kg Claymore Mine - Mannar at 1:30 p.m. on 10 Oct Acting on a tip off from a civilian, Police recovered a 20 Kg claymore mine from the Maradamadu - Mannar area around 1:30 p.m. today (10). Police Locate Explosives on Tip Off - Trinco at 3:30 p.m. on 10 Oct On information received by sources, Police found 1 Kg of C4 explosives, two detonators and two 1.5 V batteries from Peraru around 3:30 p.m. this evening (10). According to the Police the items had been concealed in the area. Situation Report on 31 August 2007 Situation Report on 11 October 2007 LTTE cadre killed in confrontation in Vavuniya - at 10:30 hours on 11th October A LTTE cadre was killed in a confrontation with troops in the Kallaikulam area around 10.30 a.m. this morning (11). Troops recovered the following from the vicinity of the dead body of the LTTE cadre. LTTE cadre killed in kilali in Jaffna - at 16:45 hours on 11the October A LTTE cadre was killed when troops opened fire at a group of LTTE cadres in Kilali around 4.45 p.m. in the evening today (11). Troops opened fire on observing a Tiger movement, the Army said. Ground troops confirmed that a LTTE cadre was killed in the attack. LTTE claymore explosion kills soldier in Jaffna - at 19:40 hours on 11th October A soldier was killed and another two sustained injuries when the LTTE triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting a troop foot patrol in Manthikai around 7.40 p.m. today (11). Situation Report on 12 October 2007 Situation Report on 12 October 2007 Three Terrorists Killed - Vauniya on 12th October 2007 around 10:15 a.m. Three tiger terrorists were killed and seven injured in a confrontation with Army troops in Narikkulam in Vauniya on October 12 (today) around 10.15 a.m. Four soldiers were injured. The wounded are warded in Vauniya hospital. Navy recovers fuel and boat engines from Mannar - on 12th October 2007 around 4:30 a.m. Naval troops deployed in a search operation recovered the following from the Pallimune area around 4.30 a.m. early this morning (12). Diesel 2820 Ltr Petrol 300 Ltr Yamaha boat engines 1 (25 H P) Lanka 24 Oil 80 Ltr Bicycle Seat Springs 90 On information from a civilian, Troops recover claymore mine & micro pistol - Trincomalee on 12th October 2007 at 10:30 a.m. Troops acting on information from a civilian conducted a search operation in Sallisambaltivu , Trincomalee , today (12) at 10.30 am and recovered the items given below . Claymore Mines 01 Micro - Pistol 01 These items were found concealed on a tree opposite a house LTTE terrorist killed attempting to fire at troops - Jaffna on 12th October 2007 at 9:30 a.m. Troops at Karaiyur, Jaffna retaliated when a LTTE Terrorist attempted to launch an attack on them today (12) at 9.30 am. In a search operation which followed, Troops recovered a body of an LTTE Terrorist and three hand grenades. No harm to Troops was reported. Situation Report on 13th October 2007. Situation Report on 13th October 2007. Suspect caught with material at Pesalai in Mannar - around 6.30 a.m on 13th Oct 2007. When a suspect was searched by naval troops on a search operation today (13) around 6.30 a.m. on Pesalai-Kataspaththiri beach in Pesalai area in Mannar, following items were found in his possession. Small boat - 01 Cement - 1300 kg (26 bags) Kerosene - 49 litres Boat propeller - 01 Boat anchor - 01 The suspect was handed over to Pesalai Police along with the items. Three LTTE terrorists killed & boat destroyed in confrontation at Gurunagar in Jaffna - around 10.50 a.m on 13th Oct 2007. The Army had deployed three boats to ensure that fishermen who were granted authority to fish remained within the limits of the Jaffna Lagoon to ensure their own safety. Today (13) around 10.50 a.m., two of the fishing boats had exceed the limits of the Jaffna Lagoon and proceeded towards Pooneryn and two Army boats had moved towards them. At this time, five LTTE terrorists boats had arrived from Pooneryn towards Gurunagar. The Army had fired Artillery and one of the five LTTE boats was destroyed. Monitored LTTE communication intercepts reveal that three Terrorists were killed and another three had been injured in the incident. The remaining four LTTE Boats had retaliated. One Army boat was destroyed and the three soldiers are reported missing. A search operation is being launched to trace the missing men. The fishing boats have now arrived in Gurunagar without any damages. Situation Report on 14th October 2007 Situation Report on 14th October 2007 Three terrorists killed in foiled attempt at infiltration - Jaffna, at 7:45 a.m. on 14 Oct Three LTTE terrorists were killed in retaliatory fire when LTTE terrorists attempted to infiltrate the FDL at Muhamalai twice today (14) around 7:45 a.m. and 2:10 p.m. Army troops at the FDL had observed the fallen terrorists. Eventually, intercepted LTTE communication too has confirmed. ICRC Transfers Remains of Three Soldiers to the Army - Vavuniya, at 11:30 a.m. on 14 Oct The remains of three Army personnel handed over to the ICRC by the LTTE were transferred to the Army at the Omanthai entry exit check point on Sunday (14) around 11:30 a.m. The soldiers were killed while they were providing security to the fishermen, in the Jaffna lagoon last Saturday (13). Situation Report on 15th October 2007 Situation Report on 15th October 2007 Around 20 LTTE cadres killed in clashes with troops - Vavuniya on 15th October 2007 Intercepted LTTE communication revealed that Around 20 LTTE Terrorists have been killed and 15 wounded in a confrontation with troops in Mullikulam, west of Omanthai, this evening, the Army said. However, ground troops confirmed that around 30 LTTE cadres were killed and 15 injured in the clash. One soldier was killed while 7 sustained injuries, the Army said According to latest information; troops have recovered 7 dead bodies of LTTE cadres, six T-56 weapons and one multi purpose machine gun (MPMG). Army detachment attacked south of Pothuvil - on 15th October 2007 around 6:00 p.m. LTTE cadres fleeing from Thoppigala attacked the Army Thalgasmankada detachment south of Pothuvil around 6.00 p.m. this evening (15). A jeep belonging to the Wild Life Department was also fired upon by the LTTE terrorists. However, Wild Life officers have retaliated and returned safely, the Army said. Four Tiger Terrorists Killed in Muhamalai - on 15th October 2007 around 2:00 p.m. Four LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation with troops manning the Mahamalai forward defence line in the Kadolana area in Muhamalai around 2.00 p.m. this evening (15). Troops who observed a movement of a group of LTTE cadres ahead of the FDL confronted them fiercely, the Army said. Troops recovered 2 T-56 weapons, 1 suppressed weapon (a modified weapon to reduce its noise signature and mussel flash), 7 T-56 magazines, 1 wire cutter and tools and a large stock of ration packets following the clash. LTTE pistol group injures two policemen - Vavuniya on 15th October 2007 around 2:00 p.m. LTTE pistol group members fired at a group of policemen at Pandarikulam who were returning to the Police checkpoints in the area around 2 00 p.m. today (15). Police personnel attached to the Pandarikulam police checkpoint were returning from the Vavuniya Police station when the LTTE targeted them. Two policemen who sustained injuries were admitted to the Vavuniya hospital for treatment. The Police conducted a search operation in the area to track the gunmen. LTTE pistol group guns down two Policemen - Mannar on 15th October 2007 around 1:10 p.m. A group of police personnel came under an attack by the LTTE pistol group members along the Mannar- Thalaimannar main road at Kodaweli around 1.10 p.m. this afternoon. Two police personnel who was shot and injured seriously by the LTTE pistol group members succumbed to their injuries while being taken to the hospital, the Police said. Two soldiers sustained injury - Vavuniya on 15th October 2007 around 9:30 a.m. This morning (15) around 9.30 a.m. LTTE terrorists launched a small arms attack, taking cover from an abandoned house, on Security Forces who were on foot patrol in Veerapuram, Vavunia. When troops retaliated the terrorist had fled the scene. It is believed that the terrorist suffered heavy losses. Two wounded soldiers during the attack were admitted to Anuradhapura hospital for treatment. Troops are scanning the area for further searches. Situation Report on 16 October 2007 Situation Report on 16 October 2007 Thirty five hand grenades found - Batticaloa at 10:30 a.m. on 16th October 2007 Troops deployed on a search operation discovered 35 hand grenades concealed by the LTTE in the Miyangolla area in Batticaloa around 10:30 a.m. this morning (16). Among the other recoveries were a Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) charger and a tripod. Sailors recover LTTE welding tools - Mannar at 11:00 a.m. on 16th Oct A Navy foot patrol discovered a lathe machine, five packets of welding rods and a CDMA phone from the Kattupalliya area in Pallimunai, Mannar around 11:00 a.m. today (16). According to naval troops, the items had been concealed by the LTTE. LTTE military and logistic base destroyed - Mullaittivu at 2 p.m. on 16th Oct Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded on LTTE military and logistic base located at south of Puthukkudiyiruppu in Mullaittivu this afternoon, (October 16). According to the Air Force sources, the air raid launched 2 p.m. has destroyed terror base completely. Seven LTTE bodies handed over to the Vavuniya hospital - Vavuniya on 16th Oct The Army handed over seven bodies of female LTTE cadres to the Vavuniya hospital in the afternoon today (16). Search operations continues - South of Panama on 16th Oct Army clearing operation continuing in Thalgasmankada area today (16). Dead bodies of seven soldiers have been taken to the Hambantota Base hospital for post - mortem inquiry. Meanwhile, Six Soldiers wounded yesterday's confrontation and today's Pressure Mine explosion are receiving treatment in the Matara general Hospital. Situation Report on 17 October 2007 Situation Report on 17 October 2007 Four Civilians Report to the Navy - Mannar, on 17 Oct A family of four civilians consisting of two males & two females from Manirasapiddi, Vedithaltivu who reported to the Sri Lanka Navy on Wednesday (17) at 4:30 p.m. have been handed over to the Mannar Police. While the two males are with the Police the two Females have been handed over to the Grama Niladhari. Mannar Police are conducting further inquires. Situation Report on 18 October 2007 Situation Report on 18 October 2007 Sea Tiger Boats chased from Pesalai Seas - Mannar at 4:30 a.m. on 18 Oct Several Sea Tiger boats were detected moving from Vedithaltivu to North of Pesalai area today (18) around 4:30 a.m. by the Navy. The Naval boats on approaching were fired at by the Sea Tigers. The Sea Tigers fled when the Navy retaliated. A search operation is being conducted in the sea Area. Four LTTE Terrorists Killed & Two Injured - Vavuniya at 8:05 a.m. on 18 Oct The Army launched an attack on LTTE terrorists on Thursday (18) at 8:05 in the Vilayaathikulam area, Vavuniya. Troops confirm that four LTTE terrorists were killed and two were injured in the confrontation. No damage was reported to troops. LTTE Terrorist Killed & Four Injured In Confrontation - Mannar, at 8:20 a.m. on 18 Oct The Army launched an attack on LTTE terrorists north of Yodawewa, Mannar. Troops confirm that a LTTE terrorist was killed four were injured in the incident. No damage was reported to troops. Commandos bring back lost expatriates along with others - Morawava on 18 Oct Army commandos following an extensive search and rescue operation inside the Morawava jungle found the group of missing civilians including the two Japanese expatriates this morning (October 18). Omanthai exit/entry point closed as ICRC Representatives have not reported - Vavuniya on 18 Oct The Omanthai exit/entry point has been closed today (18) due to the non arrival of the ICRC representatives. Three people killed - Pesalai on 18 Oct Navy spokesman commander D.K.P Dassanayake informed us that it is only three people killed in the yesterday's (October 18) sea battle between LTTE terrorists and navy, occurred in the Gulf of Mannar. More LTTE Military Items Recovered - Trincomalee & Vavuniya at 18 Oct In a search operation, troops recovered military items belonging to the LTTE Terrorists in Vavuniya and Trincomalee areas. On Wednesday (17), Troops launched an attack on fleeing LTTE Terrorists in the Singhakande area and recovered a large stock of military items. Troops in a search operation conducted in the area on 18th, recovered more items as given below. Description Qty Global Positioning Systems 04 Pistols 01 Maps 01 A T56 Assault rifle & claymore mine was recovered from Kalmadu area. Situation Report on 19 October 2007 Situation Report on 19 October 2007 LTTE T-56 Weapon & Magazine Recovered - Ampara at 9:00 a.m. on 19 Oct Ampara : Special Task Force (STF) troops conducting a clearing patrol in the general area of Rupaskulam, Wembadi in Ampara Friday (19) around 9:00 a.m. recovered a T-56 weapon, four magazines with one hundred and twenty ammunition rounds and one pouch left behind by Tiger terrorists. Situation Report on 20 October 2007 Situation Report on 20 October 2007 Two claymore mines found - Polonnaruwa, at 7:15 a.m. on 20th Oct 2007 Acting on a tip-off by a civilian to Police, following explosive & ammunition were found buried in a garden of the house Muslim Colony No 65, Kaduruwela today (20) around 7:15 a.m. during a special search operation. The recovered items, are Claymore Mines 02 Detonators 05 T - 56 magazine 01 Rolls of Wire 01 (25 M) T - 56 ammunition 15 Sixteen terrorists killed - Mannar / Vavuniya - on 20th Oct 2007 around 11:00 a.m. Sixteen LTTE terrorists were killed in two incidents today (20). Army troops launched artillery fire at LTTE terrorists who attempted to advance in FDL's at North of Uilankulam area in Mannar today (20) around 11:00 a.m. Intercepted radio communication has confirmed that eight (08) LTTE terrorists were killed and many injured due to the artillery fire. Meanwhile LTTE terrorists had launched artillery fire at the Army troops in the North West of Periyathmpanai, Vavuniya today (20) evening between 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Army troops had retaliated with artillery fire, killing eight terrorists, according to intercepted radio communications. Four soldiers were also injured in the confrontation. Five Dead Bodies of Terrorists Handed Over to ICRC - Vavuniya, on 20th Oct 2007 at noon The five dead bodies of terrorists who were killed in the retaliatory attack by Army troops recently at Periyathmpanai, Vavuniya lying in the Vavuniya hospital were handed over to ICRC today (20) at noon. Polonnaruwa Police conducting further inquires. LTTE terrorist killed & many injured - Jaffna, on 20th Oct 2007 This morning (20), the Army launched an attack on a group of LTTE Terrorists attempting to attack the Nagarkovil FDLS, Jaffna. Troops confirm that one terrorist was killed and many were seriously injured. Three LTTE bunkers were also reported destroyed in the incident. Suspects arrested with explosives - Mannar on 20 Oct 2007 Four suspects who were detained in a combined Army and Navy Search operation in Mannar on October 20 were handed over to police for further inquires. After interrogation the police elicited information from the suspects which led to the recovery of explosives hidden in the Olumaduwai area as follows. Pressure mine 04 Claymore Mines 02 (1 weighing 2 Kg and the other weighing 15 Kg) Claymore mine remote controller 01 Hand grenades 03 TNT explosives 250g Detonator cord 67 feet Meanwhile on October 23, Mannar police arrested 02 suspects in Pesalai Olumaduwai with following arms and equipment in their possession. Hand grenades 03 Detonators 04 Generator 01 Situation Report on 21 October 2007 Situation Report on 21 October 2007 LTTE attempt to attack FDL foiled - Vavuniya on 21st Oct 2007 around 12:00 noon Three terrorists were killed and a large number injured in the confrontation that ensued when the LTTE cadres attempted to infiltrate aid attack the FDL in Periyathampe area, Vavuniya today (21) around 12:00 noon. In the subsequent search operation conducted in the area, troops were able to recover T-56 weapons 03 Hand Grenades 12 Arul Bombs 10 Three soldiers were also killed and three injured in the confrontation. Army take into custody get away three wheeler - Matale on 21st Oct 2007 around 2:30 a.m. Today (21) around 2:30 a.m, the driver of a three-wheeler which did not heed the warning to stop at the road block near the Army Special Forces (SF) Headquarters was shot but sped away. The SF chased the three-wheeler and took into custody the injured occupant in Palapathwala area. He has been handed over to the Naula Police for further investigations. Troops destroy Two LTTE bunkers - Jaffna on 21st Oct 2007 The Army launched an attack on a group of LTTE terrorists attempting to attack the Muhamalai FDL's today (21) between 2:00 to 6:00 a.m. Troops destroyed two LTTE bunkers during the retaliatory attack. Situation Report on 22 October 2007 Situation Report on 22 October 2007 Bombs found - Batticaloa, at 4 p.m. on 22 Oct Army troops conducting a search operation recovered in Thoppigala area yesterday 22 around 4:00 p.m. RPG bombs 02 RPG pack 01 RPG chargers 02 Meanwhile army troops conducting a search operation found a LTTE food store house in Nathawillu area Thoppigala with 225 kg of rice yesterday. Two civilians killed in explosion - Trincomalee, at 5 p.m. on 22 Oct Two civilians who were traveling in a cart were killed when a LTTE landmine blasted in Kinniya, Trincomalee yesterday (22) at 17:00 hours. The victims were collecting firewood when the explosion occurred. Several LTTE targets bombed in Mullaitivu - at 5:30 hours on 22nd Oct This morning (22) around 5:30 a.m. Sri Lankan air force jets have attacked several targets close to the LTTE Iranamadu air strip. Arms & equipment found in Jaffna - at 23:30 hours on 22nd October Following a lead from an informant, the army has found the following arms and equipment yesterday (21) around 23.30 hrs in Kodikamum area in Jaffna. Hand Grenades - 03 Cyanide Capsules - 02 Micro Pistols - 01 Pistol Holsters - 01 Detonators - 01 Maps - 01 Secretive Communication Documents - 01 Satellite Phones - 01 Aerial for Satellite Phones - 01 A large stock of Polythene bags. Troops unearth weapons and ammunition - at 7:40 a.m. Trincomalee on 22 Oct During a search operation troops unearthed a T-56 weapon, four T-56 magazines and 120, T-56 ammunition from an abandoned land in Verugal, Trincomalee around 7:40 a.m. on 22 Oct. Twenty LTTE Terrorists Killed During Anuradhapura Attack - on 22nd October During the LTTE terrorist attack on Sri Lanka Air Force base at Anuradhapura early this morning (22) the number of dead bodies of terrorists found so far exceed twenty. Eight Airmen and one Army soldier have lost their lives in their defence while twenty have sustained injuries. The injured have been admitted to Anuradhapura Base Hospital for treatment. Meanwhile a bell 212 helicopter crash landed in Mihinthala. Two pilots and two gunners were reported killed in the incident Further search operations are being carried out at present. Twenty LTTE Terrorists Killed During Anuradhapura Attack - on 22nd October During the LTTE terrorist attack on Sri Lanka Air Force base at Anuradhapura early this morning (22) the number of dead bodies of terrorists found so far exceed twenty. Eight Airmen and one Army soldier have lost their lives in their defence while twenty have sustained injuries. The injured have been admitted to Anuradhapura Base Hospital for treatment. Meanwhile a bell 212 helicopter crash landed in Mihinthala. Two pilots and two gunners were reported killed in the incident Further search operations are being carried out at present. Attack on airbase destroys 8 aircraft - Anuradhapura, on 22 Oct The following aircraft were destroyed in the pre dawn LTTE attack on the SLAF base in Anuradhapura last Monday, 22nd October 2007. These revelations were made following a preliminary investigation launched by a team of Air Force officers appointed by the Commander of the Air Force. Aircraft Number destroyed MI 24 (Helicopter gun ship) 1 PT-6 (Basic trainer) 3 K-8 (Advance trainer) 1 MI 17 (Transport helicopter) 1 BELL 206 (Basic helicopter trainer) 1 Beach Craft (Surveillance aircraft) 1 Another MI 24 helicopter gun ship which was also reported damaged can be made airworthy after repairs, the Air Force said. In addition a BELL 212 helicopter crashed in Mihintale due to a technical failure on the same day. Situation Report on 23 October 2007 Situation Report on 23 October 2007 Two LTTE cadres surrendered - Mannar, at 12:00 p.m. on 23 Oct Two LTTE cadres surrendered to naval troops in Pesalai, Mannar area. Consequently, on information received from them following arms and ammunition were found. T - 56 Weapon 01 T - 56 Magazines 05 Hand Grenade 01 T - 56 Ammunitions 150 Two LTTE terrorists Killed - Vavuniya23 Oct 465 Anti - Personnel Mines were found by the army troops on a search operation in Pokkarawani, Vavuniya on 23 Oct. Meanwhile two tiger terrorists were killed and several wounded in the retaliating fire by army troops when terrorists launched an attack in Vilaththikulam, Vavuniya around 5:50 p.m obn 23 Oct. Arms and ammunition found - Batticaloa on 23 Oct Acting on a tip - off by a civilian STF personnel recovered following arms and ammunition in Thumpankerni - Kalawanchikudi. T - 56 weapons 01 T - 56 magazines 01 T - 56 ammunition 30 Radio communication set 01 Sniper ammunition 100 C4 explosives 1.5 Kg Motor Cycles 02 LTTE uniform 05 Ammunition pouch 02 MPMG weapon barrel 01 Batteries 06 Situation Report on 24 October 2007 Situation Report on 24 October 2007 Air Force responds; Black Tiger training facility bombed - Mulathivu, at 1:30 p.m. on 24 Oct Supersonic fighter jets of the Air Force carried out two sorties on a Black Tiger training facility north of Mankulam in Panikkamkulam at 1:30 p.m. and 3:40 p.m. today (24). Developments at the location are being monitored, the Air Force said. Situation Report on 25 October 2007 Situation Report on 25 October 2007 Alert Policeman's action to remove hand grenades from bus halt - Kadawata on 25th Oct 2007 at 5:30 a.m. A policemen had observed a suspicious parcel and on inspection had found four hand grenades near a bus halt on the Kadawata - Ganemula today (25) at 5:30 a.m. After moving the people from the vicinity he had informed the Emergency Police (119). Police Special Task Forces (STF) arrived later to defuse the grenades. Kadawata police are conducting investigations. TMVP member shot dead by LTTE pistol group - Batticaloa on 25th Oct 2007 around 8:00 a.m. A LTTE pistol group member shot dead 19 year old Sivalingam Chandrakumar who was attached to the TMVP office at Chenkaladi, Eravur today (25), Police said. The youth was gun down in front of his house at Kalikovil road, Mavadivembu around 8.00 a.m. this morning. Eravur Police have begun investigations. Air Force pounds LTTE terrorist position - Vavuniya on 25th Oct 2007 at 9:45 a.m. An Air strike was launched against a well identified LTTE position which was posing a threat to the Periyathampane FDL's in Vavuniya today (25) at 9:45 am. The Air Force confirms that the LTTE sustained severe damage by the air strike. Grenade launchers found from Thoppigala - Batticaloa on 25th Oct 2007 around 1:30 p.m. Troops on a search operation recovered three grenade launchers from an area west of Narakamulla in Thoppigala around 1.30 p.m. today (25). Situation Report on 26 October 2007 Situation Report on 26 October 2007 LTTE pistol gang shot dead Tamil youth - Jaffna, at 9 a.m. on 26 Oct On Friday (26) at 9.00 a.m. an LTTE Terrorist Pistol gang shot dead at Thatatharai area, Jaffna a Tamil youth aged 27 years. LTTE pistol man guns down a Tamil youth - Jaffna on 26th Oct 2007 around 9:15 a.m. Unidentified pistol man alleged to be an LTTE terrorists assassinated a Tamil youth in Jaffna this morning, October 26. According to the available information the victim was identified as Kanagaraja Pradeepan, 27, and he was a resident in the Kokuvil area. The LTTE assassin shot at victim in close range around 9:15 a.m. in a location at Browns road in Jaffna, security sources further said. Further investigations are being conducted by the Jaffna Police. Six soldiers die in blast - Vavuniya on 26th Oct 2007 around 11:20 a.m. Six soldiers paid supreme sacrifice when a pressure bomb blasted in Irana intersection, Kalmadu today (26) around 11:20 a.m. The pressure bomb removed from the FDL had been brought to Kalmadu and was being examined when it exploded, killing 06 soldiers who were in the vicinity, according to Army sources. 100 Anti- Personnel mines recovered by Troops - Vavuniya, at 3:15 p.m. on 26 Oct The Army conducting a search operation in the Vilayathikulam area, Vavuniya on Friday (26) recovered 100 Anti- Personnel mines at 3:15 p.m. Army recovers Claymore mines & Dry rations/Medical items - Batticaloa, at 3:30 p.m. on 26 Oct On Friday (26) around 3:30 p.m. in a search operation conducted by the Army the under mentioned items were recovered in Thoppigala West. Unsuccessful attempt by LTTE terrorists to target Army Bus - Jaffna, at 9:30 p.m. on 26 Oct LTTE Terrorist targeted an Army Bus by exploding a claymore mine on Friday (26) at 9:30 p.m. in Punjankulam area, Jaffna. Situation Report on 27 October 2007 Situation Report on 28 October 2007 LTTE terrorists fire mortars at troops - Jaffna at 11:45 a.m. on 27 Oct LTTE terrorist fired mortars at troops in Varani, Jaffna on Saturday (27) around 11:45 a.m. A soldier was reported killed and another was injured in the incident. LTTE terrorist killed when troops retaliated - Jaffna, at 10:10 a.m. on 26 Oct 27 Oct 2007 - 08:15 LTTE Terrorists fired at the Muhamalai FDL's, Jaffna, on Friday (26) at 10:10 a.m. and fled when the Army retaliated. Once again the LTTE Terrorists fired at the Muhamalai FDL's at 11.00 a.m. and fled when Troops successfully retaliated. One LTTE Terrorist was killed and monitored LTTE communications confirmed it. Troops Confront LTTE Terrorists - Welioya at 6:30 p.m. on 27 Oct LTTE communication intercepts have confirmed that a LTTE Terrorist was injured in a confrontation with Troops on Saturday (27) at 6:30 p.m. at Kambiliwewa, Welioya. It is also reported that a soldier was killed due to the incident. Situation Report on 28 October 2007 Situation Report on 28 October 2007 Four LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation - Muhamalai, at 7:25 a.m. on 28 Oct A confrontation between the Army and a group of LTTE terrorists was reported North of the A-9 Road in Muhamalai area this (28) morning at 7:25 a.m. Ground Troops in the area confirm that four LTTE terrorists were killed in the incident. Situation Report on 29 October 2007 Situation Report on 29 October 2007 Four LTTE cadres killed while trying to infiltrate the northern FDLs - Jaffna on 29th Oct 2007 around 12:25 p.m. Troops shot dead four LTTE cadres who tried to mount an attack on the Muhamalai forward defence line this morning, the Army said. The confrontation erupted around 12.25 p.m. today (29) No harm was reported to troops. Air Force raid LTTE intelligence complex - Mullaithivu on 29th Oct 2007 around 10:15 a.m. Fighter jets of the Air Force successfully raided a LTTE intelligence carders complex in Puthukudiyrippu around 10.15 a.m. this morning (29) the Air Force said. The target was a complex that LTTE intelligence wing members gathered at. Pilots confirmed that the target was effectively engaged. Arms and ammunition found - Trincomalee on 29th Oct 2007 around 7:30 p.m. Navy troops were able to recover following arms and ammunition hidden in Sambalthivu area in Trincomalee yesterday (29) around 7.30 p.m. T-56 Weapon 01 T-56 Magazine 01 T-56 Ammunition 30 Electric Detonators 03 Claymore mine 01 Eight terrorists killed - Jaffna on 29th Oct 2007 at 10:57 p.m. Army troops yesterday (29) at 10.57 p.m. retaliated fire at terrorists who attempted to attack the FDL at Muhamalai, Jaffna. Terrorists had fled. It has been confirmed that eight terrorists were killed in the confrontation. One soldier who was injured is now receiving treatment at Palaly hospital. Four bunkers were also destroyed due to army retaliation. Artillery fire kills 03 terrorists - Vavuniya on 29th Oct 2007. Intercepted radio communication has revealed that 03 tiger terrorists were killed when Army troops launched artillery fire at movement by tiger terrorists around noon yesterday (29) in Karampaikkulam, Vavuniya. One hundred Anti Personnel mines found - Vavuniya on 29th Oct 2007 One hundred Anti-Personnel mines were recovered by the soldiers of the Army Engineer troops who conducted an all-day search operation yesterday (29) in Vilathikulam, Vavuniya. Claymore Mine found - Welioya on 29th Oct 2007 around 5:05 p.m. Army troops on foot patrol were able to recover, a claymore mine and two detonators in Kokkuthuduvai in Welioya at around 5.05 p.m. yesterday (29). Situation Report on 30 October 2007 Situation Report on 30 October 2007 Two terrorists killed - Jaffna on 30th Oct 2007 around 3:40 a.m. Two terrorists were killed and two bunkers destroyed in retaliatory fire by the Army troops when tigers attempted to attack FDL at Nagarkovil today (30) around 3.40 a.m. No damages have been reported to the troops. Civilians avoid conscription - Mannar on 30th Oct 2007 around 6:00 a.m. Nine civilians from Mulativu who alleged that they were to be forced into military training by the LTTE had escaped and given themselves up to the Sri Lanka Navy in Pallaimunai today (30) around 6.00 a.m. They were handed over to Mannar Police for the investigations. Air Force strike Sea Tiger base in Mullaithivu on 30th Oct 2007 around 9:30 a.m. Air Force fighter jets pounded a Sea Tiger base in Chilawatta, Mullaithivu completely destroying it, the Air Force said. The air raids were carried out around 9.30 a.m. this morning (30) Two civilians killed - Vavuniya, at 8:15 p.m. on 30 Oct Two civilians, Iridevan Vedarasan, aged 40 years and Vedarasan Dayalani, a young women aged 18 years residents of Marandakulam, Ellappan in Sidambarapuram Police division in Vavuniya were shot dead by unidentified assailants on Tuesday (30) around 8:15 p.m. The male victim had died on way to hospital while the female died after admission. Vavuniya Police are making inquiries. Troops discover ammo ahead of Muhamalai FDL - Jaffna on 30th Oct 2007 around 9:20 a.m. Troops discovered the following stock of ammunition abandoned by the LTTE ahead of the Muahamalai forward defence line around 9.20 a.m. this morning (30) Multi purpose machine gun ammunition (MPMG) 600 Anti personnel mines (AP mines) 08 T-56 magazines 03 T-56 rounds 90 Pouches 01 The stock was recovered during a search operation in the area, the Army said. Arms & ammunition found - Jaffna, at 12:10 p.m. on 30 Oct Army troops were able to recover one claymore mine, 03 hand grenades, 05 T -56 magazines and 160 T - 56 ammunition in a search operation conducted in Thirippiddi in Achchuweli yesterday (30) around 12:10 p.m. Troops discover claymores and ammo - Trincomalee at 11:30 a.m. on 30 Oct Army troops on a search operation recovered the following around 11.30 a.m. in the Kadavan area yesterday (30) Claymore mines (5 Kg each) - 03 T-56 magazines - 04 Silencer weapons magazines - 01 ICOM set antennas - 07 LTTE flags - 07 A terrorist killed - Welioya on 30th Oct 2007 around 1:10 p.m. One tiger terrorist was killed and two injured in retaliatory fire by army troops when they attempted an attack today (30) around 1.10 p.m. at Athawatunuwewa, Welioya. No damages have been reported to troops. A T-56 weapon was recovered in a subsequent search operation. A LTTE female cadre killed - Vavuniya, at 1:45 p.m. on 30 Oct One LTTE female cadre was killed in a confrontation that took place in Nawatkulam, Vavuniya, yesterday (30) around 1.45 p.m. Six terrorists killed - Jaffna, at 3:35 p.m. on 30 Oct Six tiger terrorists were killed and four bunkers destroyed when Army troops retaliated at the terrorists who came to launch an attack at FDL Muhamale, yesterday (30) around 3.35 p.m. One hand grenade, one AK 47 magazine, 28 AK 47 ammunition and one pouch were recovered in a subsequent search operation. Two civilians killed - Vavuniya at 8:15 p.m. on 30 Oct Two civilians, Iridevan Vedarasan, aged 40 years and Vedarasan Dayalani, a young women aged 18 years residents of Marandakulam, Ellappan in Sidambarapuram Police division in Vavuniya were shot dead by unidentified assailants on Tuesday (30) around 8:15 p.m. The male victim had died on way to hospital while the female died after admission. Vavuniya Police are making inquiries. Swiss Defence delegation tours Jaffna - on 30 A Defence Official from Switzerland Brigadier General Paul Raeiln flew to Jaffna yesterday (30) to gather a first had assessment of the security situation and civil coordination work there, the Security Forces Head Quarters in Jaffna said. Brigadier General Paul Raeiln was welcomed at the Palali Airbase by Security Forces Commander Jaffna, Maj. Gen. G.A. Chandrasiri. Escapees reveal forced training and harassment by the LTTE - Mannar on 30th Oct 2007 around Civilians from Mulathivu who escaped from the LTTE and surrendered to the Navy in Pallimunai today (30) had revealed that they were abducted and taken blindfolded for forced combat training by the Tiger terrorists. Detained under the LTTE these people had been harassed and tortured, they had revealed to the Navy. The nine had been abducted in two groups of six and three, the Navy said. The LTTE has no regard for the safety of civilians. They engage in terror acts in the midst of civilians they had further confirmed. The civilians were handed over to the Mannar Police for investigations. Situation Report on 31 October 2007 Situation Report on 31 October 2007 Troops destroy LTTE bunker killing a LTTE terrorist - Vavuniya, at 2:00 p.m. on 31 Oct Troops launched an attack on a LTTE terrorist bunker in Periyathampane, Vavuniya on Wednesday (31) at 2:00 p.m. The bunker was completely destroyed killing an LTTE terrorist. On information from a civilian Troops recover T-56 Rifles and Ammunition - Jaffna at 6:35 p.m. on 31 Oct On information received from a civilian, Troops conducted a search operation in RASA road, JAFFNA town on Wednesday (31) and recovered from an abandoned land the under mentioned items concealed by the LTTE terrorists around 6:35 p.m. T-56 Assault Rifles - 02 T-56 Magazines - 02 T-56 Ammunition - 60 Situation Report on 01 November 2007 Situation Report on 01 November 2007 Eight LTTE terrorist killed & four bunkers destroyed by troops - Jaffna, at 3 a.m. on 01 Nov Troops retaliated strongly when a group of LTTE terrorists attempted to launch an attack on the Muhamalai FDL's this (01) morning at 3:00 a.m. Troops repulsed the LTTE attack and also succeeded in advancing and occupying their FDL's for more than an hour. In the encounter, it is confirmed by ground Troops in the area that Four LTTE bunkers were destroyed and Eight terrorists were killed in the retaliatory attack by the Army . Five soldiers were reported injured including one seriously. Air Force Jets pound LTTE training camp - Mullaitivu, at 6:30 a.m. on 01 Nov The Sri Lanka Air Force using Fighter Jet Aircraft pounded a LTTE training camp in Kokkuthuduwai, Mullaitivu, today (01) around 6:30 a.m. Pilots confirm that the LTTE training terrorist camp was severely damaged. Youth shot while organizing funeral service - Vavuniya, at 10:30 a.m. on 01 Nov Nagendran Sugidaran (24) of Samanamkulam Vavuniya sustained gun shot injuries while he was organizing the funeral service of his friend, a police report from Vavuniya said. The youth has been admitted to the Vavuniya hospital for medical treatment. According to the police report, the youth had been shot from a jungle patch near the cemetery around 10:30 a.m. The Vavuniya police are conducting investigations. More arms and ammo recovered - Thoppigala at 1:30 p.m. on 01 Nov Troops recovered the following during a search operation launched in an area south of Tharavikulam in Thoppigala around 1:30 p.m. today (01) T-56 weapons - 54 T-81 Light machine guns (LMG) - 05 82 mm mortar bombs - 228 TNT explosives - 56 kg (2 containers of 28 kg each) C-4 explosives - 56 kg (2 containers of 28 kg each) 12.7 mm round links - 2 12.7 mm rounds - 200 22 LTTE cadres perish in clashes near Yoda wewa - Mannar, on 01 Nov At least 22 LTTE cadres were killed in clashes with troops in an area north west of Yoda Wewa (Giant Tank) in Mannar this morning, the Army Said. Troops recovered 8 bodies of LTTE cadres following the confrontation, the Army confirmed. Intercepted LTTE Communication revealed that the remaining fourteen bodies of LTTE carders are with them. Two soldiers laid down their lives in the battle to secure the area while twelve sustained injuries. Search operations are continuing to pursue LTTE cadres in the area, the Army said. Six LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation with troops - Mannar, on 01 Nov Troops were confronted by a large group of LTTE Terrorists early this morning (01) in the area north west of giant's tank, mannar. When troops retaliated fiercely inflicting heavy casualties, the LTTE terrorists fled, carrying away their dead and injured. Six LTTE terrorist bodies were recovered by troops later when conducting a search operation after the incident. Ten soldiers sustained minor injuries in the incident. Situation Report on 02 November 2007 Situation Report on 02 November 2007 Heavy damages to terrorists - Jaffna on 02nd November 2007 around 7:30 a.m. Heavy damages have been caused to tiger terrorists in retaliatory fire by army troops in the confrontation that took place today (02) around 7.30 a.m. at Muhamale, Jaffna. This has been confirmed by intercepted radio communication channels of the LTTE. LTTE Black Tiger Camp & Meeting Place Destroyed - Killinochchi on 02nd November 2007 at 6:00 a.m. Sri Lanka Air Force Jet Fighters targeted with air strikes Thiruvaiaru, in South of Killinochchi , a venue where LTTE leaders gather at 6.00 a.m. today (02). Air Force fighter jet air craft also targeted a Black Tiger Camp located in East Iranamadu area. Targets taken as per the intelligence sources. The Air Force confirms that both targets were destroyed in the air strikes LTTE terror leader Thamilchelvan and 05 others killed in SLAF air raid - Killinochchi on 02nd November 2007 around 6 a.m. Citing Wanni based LTTE sources; pro-LTTE media confirm the death of LTTE's so-called, Political chief Thamilchelvan (43), following a pin-point air raid carried out by SLAF fighter jets, at Thuruaiaru in Iranamadu around 6 this morning (November 2). The other high profile terrorists killed in the air raid were identified as Anpumani (Alex), Mikuthan, Neathaji, Aadchiveal and Vaakaikkumaran. According to informed sources, self styled Lt. Colonel Anupumani alias Alex was the chief of LTTE's "strategic communication division". He was the person in charge of handling all communication activities between LTTE leader V. Prabhakaran and the other international terrorist agents. LTTE Terrorist killed in confrontation - Mannar on 02nd November 2007 at 2:00 a.m. Troops fired at a group of LTTE terrorists attempting to enter the Mannar- Manthai FDL's today (02) at 2.00 am. The under mentioned items were recovered in a search operation conducted by troops after the incident. LTTE Terrorist Bodies 02 T 56 Assault Rifles 02 Suicide Jacket 01 Hand Grenade 05 Situation Report on 03 November 2007 Situation Report on 03 November 2007 Troops recover 10 Kg claymore mine - Vavuniya, at 8:20 a.m. on 03 Nov Troops conducting a route clearing patrol in the Cheddikulama area, Vavuniya on Saturday (03) around 8:20 a.m. recovered a ten kg claymore mine. The mine was later defused. Troops & police recover hand grenades - Vavuniya, at 11 a.m. on 03 Nov Three hand grenades were recovered from a boutique in a joint search operation conducted by Troops and the Police in Kinniadi area, Vavuniya on Saturday (03) around 11:00 a.m. The owner of the boutique and the hand grenades have been handed over to the Parayanakulam Police for investigations. Air strike - Mullaithivu on 03rd November 2007 around 1:30 p.m. Sri Lanka Air Force pounded air strike, using fighter jet planes on a LTTE warehouse of arms located towards West of Puthukudirippu today (03) around 1:30 p.m. Pilots confirm that the warehouse of arms has been destroyed. Tiger attack repulsed; two killed - Jaffna on 03rd November 2007 around 6:00 a.m. Two terrorists were killed and two bunkers destroyed in successful retaliatory fire by Army troops at the enemy who launched an attack on FDL at Kilaly today (03) around 6 a.m. No damages have been reported to troops. Situation Report on 04 November 2007 Situation Report on 04 November 2007 Troops find iron rods and anti aircraft rounds - Mannar, at 4:30 a.m. on 04 Nov Naval troops deployed on a foot patrol recovered two hundred iron rods from a shrub area around 4:30 a.m. in Kattupalliya, Pallimunai this morning (05). The rods 16 feet in length had been concealed in the jungle area by the LTTE, the Navy said. Meanwhile the Navy also recovered two boxes of 14.5 mm anti air craft rounds which had been concealed in the Kondachchi area in Silawathurai. Each box contained 94 rounds the Navy said. The recovery was made around 10 a.m. on Sunday (04). Four LTTE terrorists killed - Jaffna at 6 a.m. on 04 Nov Four tiger terrorists were killed, four bunkers destroyed in the confrontation that ensued between the army troops and terrorists in the FDL area in Muhamale, Jaffna today (04) around 6 a.m. One soldier was killed. One injured soldier is receiving treatment at Palaly hospital. Woman injured when LTTE terrorists attacked army check point - Jaffna, at 10:45 a.m. on 04 Nov A woman sustained injuries who was nearby an Army check point when LTTE terrorists attacked with a hand grenade at Kalviyankadu, Jaffna today (04) at 10:45 a.m. She was admitted to Jaffna hospital. A soldier also sustained minor injuries and was admitted to the Palaly Army hospital Kopay Police are conducting investigations. 06 civilians injured in LTTE hand grenade attack - Batticaloa, at 2:45 p.m. on 04 Nov Six civilians were reported injured in an LTTE hand grenade attack at Navaladi in Valachchenai, at 2:45 p.m. on 04 November 2007. According to Valachchenai Police, an LTTE operative has hurled a hand grenade at a vehicle passing along the A-15 main road, near the 36th kilometre Post at Navaladi. The injured civilians were immediately taken to the general Hospital at Polonnaruwa, Police sources said. Valachchenai Police along with area security forces launched a search operation immediately, the sources further added. Three LTTE females killed - Vavuniya, at 3 p.m. on 04 Nov Three LTTE terrorist females were killed when the Army destroyed an LTTE terrorist bunker in Thampane area, Vavuniya on Sunday (04) at 3 p.m. A soldier was killed and another was injured in the mortar attack launched by the LTTE. On civilian information Troops recover explosives/ equipment - Batticaloa, at 4 p.m. on 03 Nov Troops on information received from a civilian recovered the following explosives & equipment from Kalladi area, Batticaloa today (03) around 4:00 p.m. C4 Explosives 126 kg Claymore Mines 01 (15 Kg) Flexible wire 200 metres Laser Printers 01 Laminating machines 01 UPS 01 Some LTTE Documents Five bodies found in Thavasikulama - Vavuniya, on 04 Nov It is reported that five bodies with severe gunshot and cut injuries were found on a by-road in Thavasikulama area early this morning (04). Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 05 November 2007 Situation Report on 05 November 2007 Three Wheeler Fired, At Army/Police Check Point - Niyagama, at 00:45 a.m. on 05 Nov A three-wheeler was fired at when not heeding an order to stop the vehicle at a combined Army- Police manned check point in the Biyagama area, Gampaha, in the wee hours of today at 00:45 a.m. One of the three who traveled was injured and admitted to the Biyagama hospital. Two others are in the custody of the Biyagama Police. The three of them are from Biyagama. Biyagama Police are conducting investigations. Two LTTE terrorists killed in clashes - Mannar, at 11:40 a.m. on 05 Nov Two LTTE cadres were killed and five others injured in skirmishes with troops in the Narikkulam area in Mannar around 11:40 a.m. this morning, ground troops confirmed. A-9 Entry / Exit point temporally closed - Vavuniya, at 12:45 p.m. on 05 Nov The entry / exit point at the Omanthai A-9 road was closed by the Security Forces following an LTTE artillery attack around 12:45 p.m. today (05). Four LTTE terrorists killed attempting to Attack FDL's - Nagarkovil, at 03:50 a.m. on 05 Nov Four LTTE terrorists were killed when the Army fired at LTTE terrorists attempting to launch an attack on the Nagarkovil FDL's, Jaffna in the early hours of today (05) at 3:50 a.m. No damage has been reported to Troops. Four LTTE cadres perish in clashes with troops - Vavuniya, on 05 Nov Four LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation with troops in the Vilaththikulama area in Vavuniya this afternoon, troops confirmed. Intercepted LTTE communication revealed that a large number have sustained injuries in the clash. A soldier who suffered injuries was admitted to the Vavuniya hospital. Situation Report on 06 November 2007 Situation Report on 06 November 2007 Entry - Exit point open - Vavuniya on 06th November 2007 around 3:00 p.m. Omanthe entry-exit point which was closed temporarily due to tiger terrorists artillery attacks, was opened for the public today (06) around 3.00 p.m. Three persons killed - Tissamaharama on 06th November 2007 Dead bodies of three persons who had been killed last night (05) were found in a jungle area at Thambarawewa, Tissamaharama today morning (06). The Tissamaharama Police are conducting inquiries. Situation Report on 07 November 2007 Situation Report on 07 November 2007 Two LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation - Vavuniya on 07th November 2007 around 5:45 p.m. Two LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation at Periyathampane area, Vavuniya around 5.45 PM on Wednesday (07). The Army sustained no damage. Two LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation - Vavuniya on 07th November 2007 around 5:45 p.m. Two LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation at Periyathampane area, Vavuniya around 5.45 PM on Wednesday (07). The Army sustained no damage. Advancing troop kill over 50 LTTE cadres in Muhamalai - Jaffna on 07th November 2007 According to intercepted Tiger communication around 52 LTTE cadres have perished in attacks by advancing troops in Muhamalai this morning. Ground troops have also confirmed that the LTTE suffered heavy casualties in the ensuing battle. Troops manning forward defences advanced to neutralize continuous LTTE attacks on the Muhamalai forward defence line since 5.30 a.m. this morning. Troops successfully countered intermitted LTTE attacks by seizing several LTTE bunkers on their line. The LTTE bunker line was under the control of the Security Forces until 7.00 a.m. this morning. According to latest information 5 more soldiers have been killed in the battle increasing the death toll to 11, the Army said. 41 soldiers have sustained injuries, reports reaching MCNS said. Arms & ammunition found - Batticaloa on 07th November 2007 On a search operation, army troops were able to recover following military material in Napattawilla in Batticaloa. 60 mm mortar barrel 01 60 mm mortar bipod 01 Arul bombs 06 MPMG ammunitions 300 Situation Report on 08 November 2007 Situation Report on 08 November 2007 Three LTTE Terrorists Killed By Troops - Mannar at 5:22 a.m. on 8 Nov Troops retaliated when LTTE terrorists fired Mortars at them in the Umayarasakulam area, Mannar on Thursday(8) at 5:22 a.m. Three LTTE terrorists were killed in the incident. One soldier was also injured. Five LTTE Terrorists Killed In Confrontations In Vavuniya - at 11 a.m. on 8 Nov Four LTTE terrorists were killed and four soldiers were injured during confrontations in Thampane area, Vavuniya on Thursday (8). Meanwhile, one LTTE terrorist was reported killed during confrontations in the Navathkulam area, Vavuniya around 11 am. Eight terrorists killed in clashes at Wanni defences - on 08th Nov Four terrorists were killed and similar numbers were believed injured when troops clashed with terrorists at the Wanni defence lines yesterday (08), security sources said. According to military sources, four soldiers sustained injuries during the confrontations. Separately, troops manning FDLs at General area Nawathkuklam- Vauniya, intercepted another group of terrorists killing one in a limited gunfire exchange at 11.a.m. Meanwhile, security sources said, at least three terrorists were killed in effective counter attacks following an LTE launched mortar attack ahead of the defences at Umerasakulam in Mannar, at 5.20p.m. Reports also confirmed that one soldier was wounded during confrontation. Troops Recover Claymore Mine & Military Items - Batticaloa, at 1:30 p.m. on 8 Nov The Army conducting a search operation in the Seriyativu area, Batticaloa on Thursday (8) at 1:30 p.m. recovered the items given below. Claymore Mines (2 kg) - 01 Wire Rolls - 01 Anti - Personnel Mines - 02 Hand Grenades - 02 Claymore stands - 01 Troops also recovered an assortment of other military hardware. Security Forces and the Police have commenced search operations in the Tissamaharama area - on 09th Nov Osuwinna is located Six km from Ranminithenna . Another Six km from Osuwinna, the Tissamaharama Police in the morning today (08) found Two bodies hacked to death in a Chena in the jungle . The bodies are now lying in the Debarawewa hospital. The bodies are those of two farmers from Kudagammanahatha of Weerahena identified as 55 year old R.M Abewardana and 54 year old G.M. Padmasiri. Meanwhile Police Posts have been established in Nimalawa, Babuwa, Uddagandhara, Koragahaulpotha , Ruwanwewa, Ranminithenna and Palatupanamurapola. The Security Forces are also conducting search operations in the area. The Security Forces and the Police request that the people living in the area to stay in their village without moving out until the completion of search operations. STF Recovers T56 Rifle & Ammunition etc - Batticaloa, on 8 Nov The Special Task Force (STF) conducting Search Operations in the Karadiyanaru area, Batticaloa on Thursday (08) recovered the military items given below. T 56 Assault Rifle - 01 T 56 Ammunition - 125 Magazines - 06 Pouch - 01 Situation Report on 9 November 2007 Situation Report on 9 November 2007 Two Civil Defence Force members killed in claymore explosion - Welioya at 7 a.m. on 9 Nov Two members of the Civil Defence Force were killed in the Kambiliwewa area, Padaviya today (9) at 7 a.m. when LTTE terrorists targeted them by exploding a claymore mine while they were returning after duties. A search operation is being conducted in the area. Military material found - Mannar, Batticaloa at 9 Nov On a tip-off received from a civilian source, Mannar Police conducted a search operation in Pesalai area today (9) around 1 p.m. The Policemen were able to recover following items which were to be transported to LTTE terrorists. Diesel liters - 350 Boat - 01 Out Board Motor Engines 01 In Eralakkulama, Batticaloa, Army troops who conducted a search operation today (09) were able to recover following items around 8:30 a.m. RPG bombs - 05 RPG chargers - 03 60 mm Mortar bombs - 01 Arms and ammunition found - Mannar at 6 p.m. on 9 Nov Naval troops who conducted a search operation in Silawathura, Kondachchikuda area today (9) around 6 p.m. were able to find following items. Claymore mines - 05 T-56 ammunition - 1065 RPG bombs - 09 RPG chargers - 11 Hand grenades - 03 Remote controllers - 01 16 m long safety fuse cord - 01 Situation Report on 10 November 2007 Situation Report on 10 November 2007 Ten LTTE terrorists killed in Vavuniya - Mannar area on 10 Nov Troops conducting a search operation on Saturday (10) recovered a Claymore mine which had been concealed by the LTTE terrorists in Pokkaravani area, Vavuniya around 12 noon. Meanwhile, nine LTTE terrorists have been confirmed killed according to Terrorist communication intercepts on Saturday (10) around 10:30 a.m. when troops launched an attack on LTTE terrorist bunkers in the Chettikulam area, Mannar. Another terrorist according to LTTE communication intercepts was confirmed killed in a confrontation with LTTE terrorist on Saturday (10) at 7:15 a.m. in Vaiddhyamurippu area, Mannar. LTTE terrorists sustain heavy damage - Vavuniya, at 10:45 a.m. on 10 Nov Ground troops confirm that the LTTE terrorists sustained heavy damages in a confrontation on Saturday (10) at 10:45 a.m. in Thampane area, Vavuniya. One soldier was killed and two soldiers were injured in the incident. Meanwhile on Saturday (10) around 2:35 p.m. troops retaliated when LTTE terrorist fired mortars in the Periyapandivirichchan area, Vavuniya . Three Soldiers sustained minor injuries. Three LTTE Terrorists Killed - Vavuniya, at 10:45 a.m. on 10 Nov Two LTTE terrorists were killed and three others were injured when Troops launched an attack on a terrorist bunker in Umayarattuvarankulam area on Saturday (10) at 10:45 a.m. Meanwhile, on Saturday at 9:30 a.m., Army Fired Artillery at an identified LTTE terrorist target in the Villaththikulam area. According to communication intercepts, it is confirmed that a Female LTTE terrorist was killed by Artillery fire. Police Arrest LTTE Terrorist Attempting To Attack - Settikulama at 11:50 a.m. on 10 Nov A LTTE terrorist who attempted to launch a grenade attack on the Cross junction road block on the Mannar- Medawachchiya road manned by the Police on Saturday (10) around 11:50 p.m. was injured when the Police retaliated . The Police arrested the injured terrorist . Ten LTTE terrorists killed in Vavuniya - Mannar area on 10 Nov Troops conducting a search operation on Saturday (10) recovered a Claymore mine which had been concealed by the LTTE terrorists in Pokkaravani area, Vavuniya around 12 noon. Meanwhile, nine LTTE terrorists have been confirmed killed according to Terrorist communication intercepts on Saturday (10) around 10:30 a.m. when troops launched an attack on LTTE terrorist bunkers in the Chettikulam area, Mannar. Another terrorist according to LTTE communication intercepts was confirmed killed in a confrontation with LTTE terrorist on Saturday (10) at 7:15 a.m. in Vaiddhyamurippu area, Mannar. Situation Report on 27 October 2007 Situation Report on 11 November 2007 Troops recover six bodies & weapons - Vavuniya, at 8 a.m. on 11 Nov Troops when launching at attack on a line of LTTE terrorist bunkers found six bodies including the items given below in Periyathampane area, Vavuniya on Sunday (11) at 8 a.m. Light Machine Guns - 01 T56 Assault Rifles - 03 Magazines - 01 Dog Tags - 03 Cyanide capsules - 02 Troops Recover Hand Grenade On Civilian Information - Jaffna, at 12:40 p.m. on 11 Nov On information received from a civilian, the Army recovered a T-82 type hand grenade which had been concealed by the LTTE terrorists from the Kokuvil area on Saturday (10) at 12:40 p.m.Troops gun down LTTE attacker - Jaffna, at 2:10 p.m. on 11 Nov Troops shot dead a LTTE terrorist who lobbed a hand grenade at an Army sentry point in Iyaththalai around 2:10 p.m. today (11). Following incident, troops recovered the body of the LTTE cadre along with his bike. Situation Report on 27 October 2007 Situation Report on 12 November 2007 Five LTTE cadres killed in troop attack on bunker line - Muhamalai in Jaffna- at 1700 hours on 12th November Troops attacked three LTTE bunkers killing five tiger cadres and seizing control of the area around 5.00 a.m. in Muhamalai today (12) Army said. Three LTTE terrorists killed & tractor with other items recovered by STF in Ampara - 1840 hours on 12th November A group of the Special Task Force (STF) in attempting to stop a tractor on Sunday (11) at 6.40 p.m. in a jungle area of Semminikulam, Potuvil were targeted with a grenade attack by the occupants who were LTTE terrorists. Three LTTE terrorists killed in Narikkulam,Vavuniya - 1645 hours on 11th November Troops retaliated when LTTE terrorists fired mortars at them in the Narikkulam area around 4.45 p.m. on Sunday (11). Troops recover 117 Anti-personnel/ Claymore mines / Grenades in Vavuniya - on 11th November Troops conducted search operations in the Periyapandichurichchan, Thampanae, and Kallikulam area in Vavuniya Sunday (11). From Periyapandichurichchan troops recovered the items given below. Persons such as Gareth Evans should not prostitute themselves Situation Report on 13 November 2007 LTTE infiltration foiled in Mannar - at 1600 hours on 13th November An attempt made by LTTE cadres to infiltrate the Army forward Defence line in Siriniwanakulam, east of Thaladi in Mannar was foiled by troops at 4.00 a.m. today(13). The following were recovered by the Army during search operations launched after the clash. Two LTTE Bunkers destroyed in Jaffna - at 1500 hours on 13th November An attack was launched by the Army on a group of LTTE terrorists who had arrived to attack the forward defence line of the Army in Muhamalai, Jaffna at 03.00 a.m. today (13). The retaliatory fire hit three LTTE bunkers completely destroying two and damaging the other. Three terrorists were killed in the attack and there was no damage to the Army. Suspected LTTE gunmen slay two civilians in Jaffna - at 1940 hours on 12th November Members of the LTTE pistol group shot dead a 39 year old person identified as Francis Philip around 7.40 a.m. yesterday (12). The victim was shot dead in the MULAVI area in the Jaffna town. Hand grenade recovered in Mannar - - on 12th November A hand grenade which was hidden by the LTTE terrorist was recovered by the Army on 12th around 08.25 a.m. in Kondanpiddi in Mannar area. Attack launched on LTTE hideout in Vavuniya - at 1350 hours on 12th November The attack was launched by the Army on LTTE hideout in Umayarattuwarankulam in Vavuniya area on 12th at 1.50 p.m. using small arms, Machine guns and RPG. The Army confirmed that the four terrorists were killed by the attack and soldier was injured at the incident. Key LTTE leader killed by Army in Trincomalee - at 0900 hours on 12th November Troops observing a group of LTTE cadres launched an attack on them south of Welgamvehera in Tricomalee around 9.00 p.m. yesterday (12). Three LTTE cadres were killed during the attack and Army troops confirmed that the Deputy Intelligent leader of the LTTE in Trincomalee identified as Kumudun was also among them. Mortal remains of female cadres released to ICRC in Vavuniya - on 12th November Mortal remains of six LTTE female cadres who lost their lives in armed clashes with troops in Periyathampanai area Sunday (11) were handed over to the ICRC officials yesterday morning (12) at Vavuniya hospital after necessary investigations were are progressed. Situation Report on 27 October 2007 Situation Report on 14 November 2007 Air Force pounds LTTE bases in Mullaithivu - at 1815 hours on 14th November Air Force jets bombed a LTTE camp located in an area west of Mullaithivu around 6.15 a.m. this morning (14). Navy recovers armaments from Nilaweli in Trincmalee - at 1230 hours on 14th November Naval troops on a search operation in the Nilaweli area recovered the following around 12.30 p.m. today (14). The Navy suspects that the items would have been concealed by the LTTE near the 6th post area of Nilaweli. LTTE attacker shot dead in Jaffna - at 1520 hours on 14th November Troops shot dead a LTTE cadre who lobbed a hand grenade targeting an Army foot patrol in Jaffna town around 3.20 a.m. this morning (14). LTTE support arms leader killed in ambush in Mannar - at 1600 hours on 13th November Four LTTE cadres including their support arms leader, Pullaiwan Annan was killed when troops ambushed the camouflage Defender jeep they were traveling in Palampiddi, Mannar around 4.00 p.m. last evening (13). LTTE and Army clash in Manthai in Mannar - at 1245 hours on 13th November Two terrorists were killed in a confrontation between the Army troops and LTTE in Manthai area in Mannar around 12.45 p.m. Yesterday(13). No damage was reported to Army troops. Satellite communication equipments recovered in Mannar - at 1500 hours on 13th November On information Army, troops on a search operation were able to recover following items in Pudukulam, Mannar around 3.00 p.m. yesterday (13). Heavy damages to LTTE cadres in Mannar - at 2030 hours on 13th November Two tiger cadres were killed and another injured in a clash between the Army & the LTTE in Pallaikulam area Mannar around 08.30 a.m. yesterday (13). Seven LTTE cadres killed in Mannar - at 1710 hours on 13th November There was an confrontation between the Army and the LTTE cadres in Parappakandal in Mannar around 09.30 a.m. yesterday (13). Three LTTE cadres were killed by the Army. In a separate incident four LTTE cadres were killed in the same area by the Army around 05.10 p.m. on same day. There was no damage to the Army. LTTE Bunker destroyed in Vavuniya - at 1045 hours on 13th November A LTTE Bunker in the Thampanai area in Vavuniya was completely destroyed by the Army around 10.45 a.m. yesterday (13). LTTE Cadre shot dead in Jaffna - at 1215 hours on 13th November A LTTE cadre who tried to infiltrate the Army Forward Defence Line at Muhamalai North of A - 9 road was shot dead by the Army yesterday(13) around 12.15 p.m. Fourteen terrorists killed & 24 injured - Vavuniya, on 14 Nov Fourteen LTTE terrorists were killed, twenty four injured and six bunkers were destroyed when the Army retaliated to attacks by the Terrorists in the Vavuniya area on Wednesday (14). In Kallikulam area one LTTE terrorist was killed around 7:45 a.m. due to retaliatory fire by troops. A soldier was also reported killed and another injured in the incident. Around 8 a.m., four soldiers were injured as a result of Anti-Personnel mines in the Kannadi area. Eight LTTE terrorists were killed at 10:40 a.m. when troops destroyed six bunkers in Narikkulam, Vavuniya. LTTE communication intercepts confirm that 24 terrorists were injured in the incident including a female LTTE leader identified as Madueli. Five LTTE terrorists were killed around 12:55 p.m. in Vilathakulama area when troops fired mortars. On information from the public troops recover 15 kg claymore mines - Batticaloa, at 7:30 a.m. on 14 Nov On information from the public troops conducting a search operation recovered a fifteen Kg Claymore Mine from Ottamavadi area, Batticaloa on Wednesday (14) at 7:30 a.m. One LTTE terrorist killed attempting to launch attack - Muhamalai FDL's, on 14 Nov One LTTE terrorist was killed when troops retaliate when a group of terrorists attempted to launch an attack on the Muhamalai FDL's on Wednesday (14). Situation Report on 15 November 2007 Situation Report on 15 November 2007 Four terrorists killed & five bunkers destroyed - Muhamalai, at 5 a.m. on 15 Nov The LTTE terrorist attempt today (15) around 5 a.m. to enter the FDL's north of Muhamalai was exploited by Troops fiercely retaliating and also destroying the entire line of LTTE bunkers north of the FDL's . The LTTE bunkers were completely destroyed in the attack. Four LTTE terrorists who attempted to resist were killed in the confrontation. Meanwhile, Troops from Nagarkovil crashed through to launch an attack on the Terrorist bunkers and dominated the area before returning behind their FDL's. There were no casualties or damages sustained during these attacks. Three LTTE terrorists killed - Vavuniya, at 2 p.m. on 15 Nov Two LTTE terrorists were killed and three others were injured in the Kattaiadampan area, Vavuniya during a confrontation with troops on Thursday (15) at 2 p.m. Situation Report on 16 November 2007 Situation Report on 16 November 2007 Air Force Fighter Jets pound LTTE terrorist boat manufacturing yard - Killinochchi on 16th Nov 2007 at around 6:30 a.m. Air Force fighter jet aircraft pounded a LTTE terrorist boat manufacturing yard in West Iranamadu area, Murukkandi, Killinochchi around 6.30 a.m. today (16). Two LTTE terrorists killed by Army artillery/mortar fire - Welioya on 16th Nov 2007 at 7:55 p.m. The Army brought down artillery and mortar fire on LTTE terrorists having monitored their movements in the North Padawiya Tank area on Friday (16) at 7.55 pm. LTTE communication intercepts confirm that two terrorists were killed in the incident. LTTE Terrorists kill a civilian - Jaffna, at 8:15 p.m. on 16 Nov 23 year old Tamil youth, was shot dead by LTTE terrorists in Molavi, Jaffna yesterday (16) around 8:15 p.m. Jaffna police are conducting investigations. Arms and ammunition found - Batticaloa on 16th Nov 2007 around 9:00 a.m. Army troops on a search operation were able to find arms and ammunition in Kulawadicholai area today (16) around 9.00 a.m. The recovered items are, Claymore mine 01 (weighing 02 kg) Detonators 03 AP mines 21 RPG bombs 04 60 mm bombs 03 Terrorist killed, weapons found - Mannar on 16th Nov 2007 around 9:30 a.m. A terrorist hiding in a thicket was found by an Army troops on information received troops who conducted a cordon and search operation in Thuvarankerni and Puthukamam, Mannar. Then, the terrorist had hurled a hand grenade at the soldiers, who retaliated instantly, killing him around 9.30 a.m. today (16). Three hand grenades, a cyanide capsule and 250, T - 56 Ammunition were found in his possession. Explosives found - Vavuniya on 16th Nov 2007 around 10:00 a.m. Three hollow trunks 3 feet long filled with explosives were found buried in a paddy field near the old Christian Church in Omantha, Vavuniya today(16) around 10.00 a.m. This information was given by civilians. The Police are conducting inquires. Female LTTE terrorist killed in confrontation - Welioya on 16th Nov 2007 around 10:10 a.m. A female LTTE terrorist was killed during a confrontation with Troops conducting a foot patrol in Kambiliyawe South, Welioya today (16) around 10.10 a.m. The body was recovered with two T-56 Assault rifles, 6 Filled magazines, Dog tag - 01, Compass - 01, Detonator code - 10m, Detonator - 10, Claymore mine - 01, Claymore mine stand - 01, Hand grenade - 04, Firing device - 01, Remote control - 01, 7v Batteries - 03, Belt orders -02, IED - 03 No damages were sustained by troops. An LTTE deserter surrenders to the Security Forces - Vavuniya, at 1:30 p.m. on 16 Nov An LTTE terrorist (26) who deserted the LTTE organization surrendered to the ICRC on Friday (16) around 1:30 p.m. later gave himself up over to the Security Forces. Vavuniya Police are conducting investigations. Three LTTE terrorists killed & six injured in confrontations - Vavuniya on 16th Nov 2007 at 3:05 p.m. LTTE communications confirm that a LTTE Terrorist was killed and six others were Injured in a confrontation with Troops on Friday (16) at 3.05 pm in Pokkaravani Area. Vavuniya Troops confirm that another LTTE Terrorist was killed in a confrontation around 6.00 pm in Veyathikulam Area, Vavuniya. Mean while during a confrontation in Mullikulam area troops have killed another terrorist yesterday (16) evening. No damage was sustained by Troops. Troops recover weapons in extended search operation - Mannar on 16th Nov 2007 around 5:00 p.m. Troops conducting extensive search operations following the hand grenade attack this morning recovered the following from the Thuwarankerni area in Mannar around 5.00 p.m. today (16) T-56 weapon 1 T-56 Magazines 2 Hand Grenades 1 LTTE OG uniforms 3 Around 9.30 a.m. this morning a LTTE terrorist in hiding was shot dead by the Army after he lobbed a hand grenade targeting troops in the Thuwarankerni area this morning. Troops recovered three hand grenades, a cyanide capsule and 250, T-56 rounds from his possession. Eight LTTE terrorists killed by artillery/mortar fire - Jaffna on 16th Nov 2007 around 6:00 p.m. LTTE tractor ahead of the Killali FDLS's was monitored by Troops on Friday (16) around 6.00 pm an was targeted by artillery and mortar fire. Troops in the area confirm that Eight LTTE Terrorists were killed in the incident. On information from the public Troops recover T56 rifle and rounds in Vavuniya - on 16th Nov 2007 around 6:45 p.m. A soldier was killed on Friday (16) around 6.45 pm in a confrontation with a small group of LTTE terrorists in the Kadiraveli - Karakamunai Area , Meanwhile, on information from the public Troops conducted a search operation in the Koviladi Area, Trincomalee and recovered around 6.30 pm the items given below. T56 Assault Rifles 01 T56 Magazines 02 T56 rounds 56 121 Anti- personnel mines and a claymore recovered by Troops - Vavuniya, on 16 Nov Troops conducting search operations recovered a total of 121 Anti - personnel mines and a Claymore mine from four areas in Vavuniya on Friday (16). In kaduruvittankulam on Friday (16), troops recovered 11 Anti- personnel mines while 104 Anti-personnel mines were recovered from Illuppadikulam . Six Anti - personnel mines were recovered by troops from Kallikulam area. A Claymore mine was recovered by troops from Periyathampane. Eight LTTE terrorists killed by artillery/mortar fire - Jaffna on 16 Nov LTTE tractor ahead of the Killali FDLS's was monitored by Troops on Friday (16) around 6 p.m. an was targeted by artillery and mortar fire. Troops in the area confirm that Eight LTTE Terrorists were killed in the incident. On information from the public Troops recover T56 rifle and rounds in Vavuniya - Trincomalee, ON 16 Nov A soldier was killed on Friday (16) around 6:45 p.m. in a confrontation with a small group of LTTE terrorists in the Kadiraveli - Karakamunai Area, Meanwhile, on information from the public Troops conducted a search operation in the Koviladi Area, Trincomalee and recovered around 6:30 pm the items given below. T-56 Assault Rifle - 01 T-56 Magazines - 02 T-56 rounds - 56 Situation Report on 17 November 2007 Situation Report on 17 November 2007 Five Terrorists killed and two bunkers destroyed - Jaffna, at 9:20 a.m. on 17 Nov The Army launched an attack on five LTTE terrorist bunkers in the Nagarkovil area today (17) at 9:20 a.m. completely destroying two of them. Troops also recovered a body of a terrorist, a T56 Assault Rifle with four magazines. LTTE radio intercepts confirm that five terrorists were killed and two were injured in the attack. There was no damage to Troops. Soldier injured by LTTE attack - Vavuniya, at 10 a.m. on 17 Nov Vavuniya: LTTE terrorists fled when troops strongly retaliated in a confrontation on Saturday (17) at 10 a.m. In the search operation conducted after the incident Troops recovered the items given below. Anti-personnel mines - 05 T-56 Assault rifles - 01 T-56 rounds - 20 A soldier was injured in the incident Six terrorists killed and three bunkers destroyed - Vavuniya, at 11:30 a.m. on 17 Nov Troops confirm that five LTTE terrorists were killed when they launched an attack on a line of terrorist bunkers in Kallikulam on Saturday (17) at 11:30 a.m. Three bunkers were completely destroyed in the attack. Meanwhile one terrorist was killed at 10:35 a.m. on Saturday when troops fired at a group of LTTE terrorists in the Killali FDL area. Navy recovers Communication and Electricity items - Mannar, at 1 p.m. on 17 Nov The Sri Lanka Navy conducting a search operation in the Kaatupalliya area at 1 a.m. today (17) recovered the items given below which had been prepared and concealed by LTTE terrorists to be transported to the uncontrolled areas. Solar Panels - 01 Satellite Antenna - 03 Satellite TV receivers - 01 Few electrical items Three LTTE terrorist killed in confrontations - Vavuniya, at 5:30 p.m. on 17 Nov Two LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with troops on Saturday (17) in Periyanthikulam at 5:30 p.m. Meanwhile one LTTE terrorist was killed in a confrontation with troops at Parappakandan. In both incidents no damage was reported to troops.Navy apprehends consignment of cement and OBMs - Mannar on 17 Nov On Saturday(17), thirty (30) bags of cement in a boat fitted with a 15 horse power Out Board Motors (OBM) ready to be smuggled into uncontrolled areas were recovered in a pre - dawn search operation conducted by the Navy in Katapullliya area , Mannar. LTTE Terrorists kill a civilian - Jaffna, on 17 Nov A Tamil civilian (36) was shot dead by LTTE terrorists at Navali area Jaffna today (17) around noon. Jaffna police are conducting investigations. Three LTTE terrorists killed - Vavuniya, at 2 p.m. on 15 Nov Situation Report on 18 November 2007 Navy apprehends 3.5 T consignment of cement - Mannar, at 4:30 a.m. on 18 Nov Sri Lanka Navy troops conducting a foot patrol today(18) around 4:30 a.m. detected two suspicious boats ("vallams") moving between Pallimunai and Kondampiddi. On approaching them, Naval Troops found that the boats which were 23 feet in length e abandoned and each loaded with 70 bags x 50 Kg each totalling 3500 kg. Three LTTE terrorists killed - Vavuniya, at 2 p.m. on 15 Nov Situation Report on 19 November 2007 Five LTTE cadres killed in troop attack - Vavuniya on 19th November 2007 around 4:30 p.m. Troops attacked a tractor carrying LTTE cadres West of Thampane killing five of them, ground troops confirmed. The attack took place around 4.30 p.m. this evening (19) Meanwhile a soldier sustained injuries in an anti personnel mine explosion triggered by the LTTE in the Periyapanchikulam area. Three LTTE cadres killed at Nagarkovil FDL on 19th November 2007 around 7:10 a.m. Three LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation with troops ahead of the Security Forces' Nagarkovil forward defence line around 7.10 a.m. this morning (19), troops confirmed. Around two hours later, the Security Forces' FDL in Muhamalai came under a LTTE small arms attack which was repulsed by heavy retaliatory fire by troops. The Army believes that the heavy retaliation would have inflicted casualties on the LTTE. A soldier who was critically injured in the clash succumbed to his injuries, the Army 13 LTTE cadres killed in Vavuniya and Mannar fronts on 19th November 2007 13 LTTE cadres were reported killed today (19) in clashes that erupted with troops in Wellankulam, Palampiddi and Navalkulam areas north of Vavuniya, the Army said. Out of the total 6 Tiger cadres perished in clashes with troops in an area east of Navalkulam, the Army said. In Wellankulam north of Vavuniya 3 Tiger cadres were killed by troops around 12.00 noon. Meanwhile troops killed 4 LTTE cadres south Palampiddi, Mannar in a fierce battle, reports reaching MCNS said. 3 soldiers were also killed in action during the confrontation. The confrontation erupted around 1.00 p.m. today Troops unearth weapons from Kulavadicholai on 19th November 2007 around 8:00 a.m. Soldiers deployed on a search operation unearthed the following weapons and explosives from an area north of Dangaliyadda in Kulavadicholai around 8.00 a.m. today (19) Claymore mine 01(15 Kg) Suicide kits 01 Ball bearings Walky-talky battery charges 01 Claymore firing devices 01 12 V Claymore mine battery charges 01 Situation Report on 20 November 2007 Situation Report on 20 November 2007 Six terrorists killed in Vavuniy/Welioya - on 20th November Vavuniya/Welioya: Six terrorists were killed in two separate confrontations in Vavuniya and Welioya. Shot gun with ammunitions recovered in kalpitiya - at 1100 hours on 19th November Naval troops conducting a search operation based on information received, recovered a shot gun with six ammunitions and 150 bicycle balls in the Karuwalakuda area in Kalpitiya on the 19th November 2007 around 11.00 a.m. A Large stock of aluminium plates apprehended in pallemunai in Mannar - 1530 hours on 20th November Naval troops on foot patrol apprehended a large stock of Aluminium plates hidden in a scrub jungle in the Katupalliya area in Pallemunai, Mannar today (20th November) around 3.30 a.m. Five terrorists killed in Jaffna - at 1700 hours on 20th November Army troops launched an attack on three tiger bunkers in KILALI today (20) around 05.00 a.m. Two bunkers were completely destroyed. Troops confirm that five terrorists were killed in the confrontation. Arms & ammunition found in Batticaloa - on 19th November Army troops conducting a search operation in Colawadicholai in Batticoloa recovered following military items yesterday (19). Arms & ammunition found in Polonnaruwa - at 1640 hours on 20th November Acting on a tip - off Army troops were able to recover following arms and ammunition at Ridithanna in Polonnaruwa area yesterday (19) around 4.40 p.m. Five LTTE cadres killed in troop attack in Vavuniya - at 1630 hours on 20th November Troops attacked a tractor carrying LTTE cadres West of Thampane killing five of them, ground troops confirmed. The attack took place around 4.30 p.m. this evening (19) Three LTTE cadres killed at Nagarkovil FDL in Jaffna - at 0710 hours on 19th November Three LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation with troops ahead of the Security Forces' Nagarkovil forward defence line around 7.10 a.m. this morning (19), troops confirmed. Situation Report on 21 November 2007 Situation Report on 21 November 2007 Civilians from LTTE dominant areas seeks Navy protection in Mannar - at 2200 hours on 21st November Four civilians escaping forcibly recruitment and harassment by the LTTE surrendered to the Pallimunai Navy detachment in Mannar around 10 a.m. this morning (21). These residents who arrived from LTTE dominant Kilinochchi, Vedithalathivu and Poonarine areas had revealed to the Navy that they were forced to join the LTTE to fight against the security forces. The group consisted of two males and two females. The men were 15 and 20 years of age while the two females were 15 and 23 years old. The LTTE had threatened to torture them if they didn't comply with orders to undergo combat training with the Tiger terrorists, Navy reports said. To escape the suffering under the LTTE, these civilians arrived in Pallimunai seeking the protection of the Navy. The escapees had told naval personnel that they surrendered to the Navy due to the trust they have in the security forces. The surrendered civilians were handed over to the Mannar Police by the Navy for further investigations. LTTE cadre killed in confrontation in Vavuniya - at 1245 hours on 21st November A LTTE cadre was killed in a confrontation with troops in the Navatkulam area in Vavuniya around 12.45 p.m. today (21). Troops didn't suffer any harm in the clash, the Army said Three LTTE cadres killed - Muhamalai in Jaffna - at 1500 hours on 21st November Troops killed three LTTE cadres south of the A-9 road in MUHAMALAI around 3.00 p.m. this evening (21). Troops didn't suffer any harm in the confrontation. Two terrorists killed Jaffna - at 0830 hours on 21st November Two tiger terrorists were killed when Army troops retaliated the tiger attacks in a confrontation today (21) around 8.30 a.m. Northwards of A9 highway at Muhamalai, Jaffna. Army troops were unharmed. Four terrorists killed in Vavuniya - at 1230 hours on 21st November Four terrorists were killed when Army troops launched an attack on a LTTE bunker at Kanda perumakulam in Vavuniya today (21) around 12.30 p.m. The bunker was completely destroyed. On a subsequent search operation 04 T-56 weapons and a radio communication set were recovered. Four LTTE bodies were also recovered by Army troops in the confronted location. Ammunition found in Jaffna - at 1030 hours on 20th November Acting on a tip-off by a civilian the Navy troops who conducted a search operation at Ambiyanagar in Kayts, Jaffna were able to recover following items yesterday (20) around 10.30 a.m. 7.62 x 39 ammunition 213 Magazines 06 Pouchers 02 Mines found in the North in Jaffna/Vavuniya - on 20th November A claymore mine was found by Army troops who conducted a search operation in surrounding areas of Muhamalai, Jaffna yesterday (20) afternoon. Meanwhile, 194 Anti-Personnel mines were found on a search operation conducted by Army at Palammodai and Periyakulam in Vavuniya yesterday (20). Mines found in Batticaloa - on 20th November Mines and military material were recovered on a search operation conducted by the Army at Dangeliyadda, Batticaloa yesterday (20) around 3.30 p.m. The recovered items are, Claymore Mines 03 (each weighing 04 Kg) 03 x trapped 120 mm mortar bombs (later defused) Generators 05 30 m long roll of wire Troops retaliate LTTE terrorist mortar fire - Vavuniya, at 5 p.m. on 21 Nov Troops retaliated when LTTE terrorists fired mortars at troops on Wednesday (21) at 5 p.m. in Kuduruvittan area and four soldiers were injured in the incident. Again, in the evening at 5:45 p.m. LTTE terrorists fired mortars at troops in Kurunchankulam area. Troops retaliated and a soldier was reported injured. Today (22), at 4.00 a.m. troops retaliated when LTTE terrorists fired mortars at them in the Thampane area. Two soldiers were reported injured in the incident. Seven LTTE terrorists killed in artillery attack - Mannar, at 9:52 a.m. on 21 Nov On Wednesday (21) at 9:52 a.m. the Army launched an artillery attack at identified LTTE terrorist targets in Villayathikulama. LTTE communication intercepts confirm that seven terrorists were killed and five injured in the artillery attack. Situation Report on 22 November 2007 Situation Report on 22 November 2007 Two LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation - Trincomalee, at 1:10 a.m. on 22 Nov Two LTTE terrorists were killed when troops retaliated when confronted this (22) morning at 1:10 a.m. in the Pahalathoppur area. Two bodies and the items given below were recovered by troops in a search operation which followed the incident. T56 Assault rifles 02 T56 magazines 02 No damages were sustained by the Army. LTTE terrorist killed - Muhamalai, at 2 a.m. on 22 Nov A LTTE terrorist was killed when the Army launched an attack on an LTTE terrorist bunker in the Muhamalai area today (22) at 2 a.m. Troops recovered a 60 mm mortar in the search operation which followed the attack and a soldier was also reported injured. Six terrorists killed - Muhamalai, at 2 a.m. on 22 Nov Six LTTE Terrorists are reported to have been killed in the attack launched by Troops this morning (22) at 2 a.m. in Muhamalai. Suicide kit found inside bus - Bambalapitiya, at 6:30 p.m. on 22 Nov The Army bomb disposal unit defused a suicide kit found by the driver of a private bus plying along the 154 route at Bambalapitiya at 6:30 p.m. The driver upon detecting a suspicious parcel inside the bus had handed it over to the Bambalapitya police. The Army bomb disposal team has defused it which had been armed and ready for detonation. Bambalapitiya police are conducting further investigations. According to latest information the suicide kit had weighed around 3 Kg. The quantity of explosives used in the device is around 1.5 kg. The suicide jacket which had a press and pull trigger device had been well concealed in water proof material. Eight LTTE terrorists killed - Mannar, at 9 a.m. on 22 Nov Troops in forward locations have confirmed that three LTTE terrorists were killed North of Giant's Tank Area in a confrontation today (22) at 9 a.m. and five more terrorists were also confirmed killed in a confrontation in Adampan South area. Troops sustained no damages. Seven LTTE terrorists killed in artillery attack - Mannar, at 9:52 a.m. on 21 Nov On Wednesday (21) at 9:52 a.m. the Army launched an artillery attack at identified LTTE terrorist targets in Villayathikulama. LTTE communication intercepts confirm that seven terrorists were killed and five injured in the artillery attack. Troops retaliate LTTE terrorist mortar fire - Vavuniya, at 5 p.m. on 21 Nov Troops retaliated when LTTE terrorists fired mortars at troops on Wednesday (21) at 5 p.m. in Kuduruvittan area and four soldiers were injured in the incident. Again, in the evening at 5:45 p.m. LTTE terrorists fired mortars at troops in Kurunchankulam area. Troops retaliated and a soldier was reported injured. Today (22), at 4.00 a.m. troops retaliated when LTTE terrorists fired mortars at them in the Thampane area. Two soldiers were reported injured in the incident. Situation Report on 23 November 2007 Situation Report on 23 November 2007 Disaster averted - Vavuniya on 23rd Nov 2007 On a search operation conducted subsequent to a tip-off by a civilian, the Army troops were able to recover following items in abandoned house by terrorists. Slabs with 500g explosives 16 Slabs with 1.1 kg of C-4 explosives 10 (In total, 19 kg of C4 explosives) Improvised Claymore mines 2.8 kg 01 Detonators 04 These explosives could have caused a disaster if the vigilant civilian did not inform the security forces. Four terrorists killed - Jaffna on 23rd Nov 2007 between 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. Four tiger terrorists were killed in two separate incidents. Army troops have confirmed that two terrorists who attempted to infiltrate in was killed due to the retaliatory fire at Muhamalai South today (23) between 9.45 - 10.45 a.m. Meanwhile in another confrontation with tiger terrorists in Muhamalai one LTTE bunker was destroyed and two terrorists were killed today (23). This incident was transpired from intercepted tiger communication. Troops were unharmed. A tiger carder killed - Vavuniya on 23rd Nov 2007 around 6:30 a.m. A terrorist who attempted to infuriate the FDL at Periyathampane with a view to gather information was killed by the Army troops, today (23) around 6.30 a.m. On the subsequent search operation two hand grenades were found near the dead body. 17 LTTE Sea Tigers killed in attack off Pesalai on 23rd Nov 2007 around 8:00 a.m. The Sri Lanka Navy launched a search operation after LTTE sea Tigers in attempted to attack the Police Post in Pesalai today (23) around 8.00 am . The boats had fled when the Police retaliated with one of their damaged boats. On detection of the LTTE craft, naval craft rushed to the location and chased away those boats with the augmented fire support extended by the ground troops. Tiger boats later fled towards Vedithalativu. It has been revealed that there had been seven (07) Sea Tiger boats and Seventeen (17) Sea Tigers have been confirmed as killed due to the attack. The names/numbers of the Sea Tigers killed in the incident are given below. Ramachandran 0027 , Kajendram 00462, Elilam 1273, Thamul pryam 1131, Thangei Murasu 216, Arichchandran 950, Arun Devam 1593, Aha Amuda 1112, Piyala Rasi -, Thangei Maram -, Puyala Rasi -, Karikalan -, Piyawan -, Not yet identified 437, Not yet identified 1256, Not yet identified 492, Not yet identified 1480, Terrorists target a patrol by exploding claymore mine - on 23rd Nov 2007 at 9:30 a.m. LTTE TERRORISTS targeted an Army route clearing patrol between Cheddikulam and Warikuttoru today (23) at 9.30 am by exploding a claymore mine. One soldier was killed in the incident. Troops have launched a search operation in the area. Terrorists flee with damaged boat after failed attack on Police - Mannar on 23rd Nov 2007 at 8:00 a.m. LTTE terrorists who had arrived in tow boats today (23) at 8.00 am launched an attack on the Pesalai Police Post. The Police retaliated and the terrorists fled taking with them one boat which was damaged. No damages were sustained by the Police. Situation Report on 24 November 2007 Situation Report on 24 November 2007 Terrorist killed - Vavuniya On 24th Nov 2007 around 12.20 p.m. One terrorist was killed when Army troops launched an attack on LTTE bunker at east of Omanthai today (24) around 12.20 p.m. Meanwhile Army troops were able to recover a claymore mine weighing 10 kg, on a search operation at Omanthai east today (24) around 10.00 a.m. An AP mine blast - Mannar On 24th Nov 2007 around 5.05 a.m. An army officer was killed and two soldiers injured when they trod on an anti-personal mine at Manthai west Mannar today (24) around 5.05 a.m. The injured soldiers are now receiving treatment at the Anuradhapura hospital. Failed Terrorist attempt to target alert Navy troops - Mannar On 24th Nov 2007 around 10.00 a.m. A Navy foot patrol in the Sirithoppu area, Pesalai today (24) around 10.00 am recovered five hand grenades set up in the form of a claymore mine booby trap. The Navy defused the explosive device. Inspector & Policeman killed in explosion - Batticaloa On 24th Nov 2007 A Police Inspector and a policeman were killed when riding a motor cycle in Kaludaweli area when the LTTE triggered a claymore mine explosion. A search operation is in progress. Situation Report on 25 November 2007 Situation Report on 25 November 2007 Four terrorists killed in confrontation - Mannar, at 6 a.m. on 25 Nov Troops confirm that four LTTE terrorists were killed today (25) in a confrontation at 6 a.m. at Adampan. Troops conducting a search operation in the area recovered a T56 assault rifle. No damages were reported to Troops. Air strikes pound LTTE satellite, communication centre - Kilinochchi, at 7:20 a.m. on 25 Nov Sri Lankan Air Force jet fighters pounded a LTTE satellite communications and coordinating center in Dharmapuram area, North East of Kilinochchi today (25) at 7:20 a.m. The air strike was carried out after confirmation of intelligence gathered about the satellite communication center and it was also a clandestine meeting place for LTTE leaders. Air Force pilots affirm that the air strike was a success. Situation Report on 26 November 2007 Situation Report on 26 November 2007 Air Force bomb LTTE Leader's rendezvous point in Kilinochchi - on 26th November around 5:20 Air Force bombers pounded a LTTE leaders' rendezvous point in Puthukudiyrippu around 5.20 today (26) the Air Force said. Troops thwart LTTE attack at Nagarkovil n Jaffna - at 1645 hours on 26th November around 4.45 p.m. Troops attacked a group of LTTE terrorists who had infiltrated the no-mans land to attack the Nagarkovil forward defence line around 4. 45 p.m. today (26). LTTE infiltrator killed at Muhamalai in Jaffna - at 1610 hours on 26th November around 4.10 p.m. A LTTE terrorist who was attempting to engage in a reconnaissance mission on the Muhamalai FDL was shot dead by troops manning defences around 4.10 p.m. this evening (26), the Army said. No damages to own troops. LTTE bombards Tamil school: five students and two teachers injured in Mannar - at 1320 hours on 26th November around 1.20 p.m. Mortar rounds fired by the LTTE hit the Mallavarayan Kattaiadapam Roman Catholic Tamil School in Mannar injuring five students and two teachers around 1.20 p.m. this afternoon (26), the Army said. Three LTTE cadres killed in Mannar and Welioya fronts in Mannar - at 1600 hours on 25th November around 4.00 p.m In Pallankulam, Mannar troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres around 4. 00 p.m. yesterday (25). Two LTTE cadres were killed in the confrontation, ground troops confirmed. Tigers abandon strong point in Aliyasuddikulam in Vavuniya - at 1440 hours on 26th November around 2.40 p.m. A fierce attack by the Army forced the LTTE to abandon one of its strong points in Aliyasuddikulam, Thampane around 2.40 p.m. last evening (25), the Army said. Five LTTE cadres perish in battles in Vavuniya - on 26th November 5 LTTE cadres were killed in clashes with troops in Vavuniya this morning (26), the Army said. STF constable injured in antipersonnel mine explosion in Ampara - at 1755 hours on 25th Noember around 5.55 p.m. A constable of the Special Task Force who was engaged in a search operation sustained injuries in an anti personnel mine explosion in Kovil junction, Bakmitiyawa around 5.55 p.m. yesterday evening (25). He was admitted to hospital for urgent treatment, the STF said. Security Forces find firearm abandoned by unidentified man in Jaffna - at 1145 hours on 26th November around 11.45 a.m. A man who was suspiciously lingering near the Amman kovil in Jaffna took to his heels abandoning his belongings after seeing a group of Security Forces personnel around 11.45 a.m. today (26). Security Forces personnel recovered the following from his bag. 7 LTTE cadres reported killed in Puliyasuddikulam battle in Vavuniya - on 25th November According to ground troops around 7 LTTE cadres have perished in the confrontation at Puliyasuddikulam LTTE strong point last afternoon (25). LTTE terrorists kill 04 villagers including a woman - Anuradhapura - on 26th November Four civilians including a woman were shot dead by LTTE terrorists today (26 November) at Mahawilachchiya village bordering Wilpaththu Sanctuary, Mahawilachchiya Police said. Situation Report on 27 November 2007 Situation Report on 27 November 2007 Claymore mine found - Vavuniya on 27th Nov 2007 around Army troops who conducted a search operation at Phandankulam Vavuniya were able to recover a claymore mine, weighing 10kg, a mobile telephone and 60 metres of wire yesterday (27) around 11.45 a.m. Meanwhile a soldier sustained injuries in a confrontation that took place at Thaddankulam, Vavuniya yesterday (27) around 4.15 p.m. One terrorist killed - Jaffna on 27th Nov 2007 Two soldiers sustained injuries and one terrorist was killed yesterday (27) in three separate incidents. A soldier who trod on an anti personal mine while engaged in a search operation, was admitted to hospital with injuries yesterday (27) around 6.15. a.m. at Nagarkovil In a confrontation between Army troops and tiger terrorists a soldier was injured due to small arms fire at Nagarkovil yesterday (27) around 6.20 a.m. Heavy damages to terrorists have been reported. A terrorist was killed in a confrontation that took place between Army troops and LTTE carders at Kilali yesterday (27) around 3.10 p.m. Army troops are unharmed. Nine LTTE cadres perish in sporadic clashes - Vavuniya on 27th Nov 2007 Nine LTTE cadres have been killed in confrontations that erupted with troops near the Periyathampane Forward Defence Line in Vavuniya front since 1.30 p.m. this afternoon, the Army said. According to Army sources, sporadic attacks and counter attacks have taken place in the Vavuniya theatre of operations since this afternoon. In sporadic battles in the area, two LTTE cadres were killed by troops near the Periyathampane Forward Defence Line around 1.30 p.m. A few hours later, one more LTTE cadre was reported killed in clashes with troops in the same area around 4.15 p.m. ground troops said. Ground troops have also confirmed that around six LTTE cadres have been killed near the Periyathampane FDL around 4.30 p.m. Troops did not suffer any harm in these clashes, the Army said. Air Force bomb LTTE clandestine radio station - Kilinochchi on 27th Nov 2007 around 4.30 p.m. Air Force fighter jets bombed a LTTE Radio Station in Thiruvaiaru Kiliniochchi around 4.30 p.m. this evening (27), the Air Force said. Pilots have confirmed that the target was successfully engaged and destroyed. Four LTTE cadres killed - Vavuniya on 27th Nov 2007 Four tiger cadres were killed and a bunker destroyed when Army troops launched an attack today (27) in the early hours (4.25 a.m.). at Omanthai, East of A-9 route. Meanwhile in confrontations yesterday four soldiers were injured. Three soldiers were injured in a mortar attack by the LTTE cadres at Periyathampanai in Vavuniya yesterday (26) around 4.15 p.m. Further, yesterday (26) too a soldier was wounded in a mortar attack at Vilanthikulam around 4.35 p.m. Situation Report on 28 November 2007 Situation Report on 28 November 2007 Attempt to assassinate the Minister Douglas Devananda - Colombo on 28th Nov 2007 at 08.05 a.m. A LTTE female suicide cadre exploded herself inside the Ministry of Social Service and Social Welfare at Isipathana Road, Thibirigasyaya, Colombo today(28) at 08.05 a.m. One of the injured persons succumbed to his injuries at the National Hospital. This is clearly an attempt to assassinate the Minister Douglas Devananda. 37 admitted with injuries to hospitals - Nugegoda on 28th Nov 2007 According to latest information around 37 people have sustained injuries in the terror attack carried out by the LTTE at Nugegoda this evening (28) Kalubovila hospital sources confirmed that 33 people with injuries were admitted for urgent treatment following the bomb blast in Nugegoda. Four people with serious injuries had been brought to the Colombo National Hospital increasing the total of injured people to 37. More details will follow. LTTE terrorist killed - Mannar on 28th Nov 2007 around 10.00 a.m. A LTTE cadre was killed in a confrontation with troops North East of Mannar around 10.00 a.m. today (28), the Army said. Troops didn't suffer any harm in the clash. Claymore blast by tigers - Vavuniya on 28th Nov 2007 around 11.20 a.m. LTTE terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting a bus transporting Army troops at Talikulam in Vavuniya today (28) around 11.20 a.m. No causalities among troops have been reported. Three LTTE terrorists killed - Vavuniya, at 2 p.m. on 15 Nov Situation Report on 29 November 2007 LTTE bunker destroyed killing three Tiger cadres - on 29th November 3 Tiger cadres were killed when troops attacked a LTTE bunker North of A-9 road around 1.10 a.m. this morning (29). The LTTE bunker was completely destroyed in the attack. Following the attack troops found a T-56 weapon, a magazine and 18 T-56 rounds from the area, the Army said. Troops destroy two bunkers killing 4 LTTE cadres in Jaffna - at 1530 hours on November Troops attacked and destroyed two LTTE bunkers killing 4 Tiger cadres in the KILALI area at 5.30 a.m. this morning (29) In a subsequent search operation troops found one T-56 weapon, one magazine, 7 hand grenades and 4 anti personnel mines. 23 LTTE cadres killed in clashes yesterday - on 28th November At least 23 LTTE cadres were reported killed in clashes with troops in Jaffna, Vavuniya, Mannar and Welioya fronts yesterday (28). 12 LTTE cadres were killed in confrontations with troops in Vilayanthikukam, Kaduruvittankulam, Kandaperumakulam and Parappakandal areas in Vavuniya the Army said. 9 LTTE cadres perished in skirmishes with the Security Forces in Mannar. Out of the 9, eight were killed in Manthai an area north and west of Mannar. Another Tiger cadre was killed north of Mannar on the same day. One more LTTE cadre was killed when troops attacked a LTTE bunker in Kokkuthuduwai, Welioya. In a troop attack, another LTTE cadre was killed near the Kilalli forward defence line in Jaffna. Two soldiers sustained injuries in an anti personnel mine explosion north of A-9 road in Muhamalai. Meanwhile, a soldier was killed in action in the confrontation that took place Thampane, Vavuniya. Three more sustained injuries. Situation Report on 01 December 2007 Situation Report on 01 December 2007 20 LTTE terrorists killed and 25 injured on confrontation in Vavuniya - at 1130 hours on 01st December Troops captured a LTTE terrorist strong point in Periya Pandivirichchan, Vavuniya on Saturday (01) around 11.30 am. LTTE communication intercepts confirm that 20 terrorists were killed and 25 sustained injuries in the confrontation. Three soldiers were injured due to terrorist anti- personnel mine explosions and another six were injured due to mortar fire. Four terrorists killed and two bunkers destroyed in confrontation in Jaffna - at 0830 hours on 01st December Troops launched an attack on LTTE terrorists attempting to attack the Muhamalai area FDL's on Saturday (01) around 8.30 p.m. Troops in retaliation killed four terrorists and destroyed two bunkers. No damage was reported to own troops. 23 terrorists killed and 57 injured in Mannar confrontations on Saturday (01) in Mannar - at 1645 hours on 1st December 23 LTTE terrorists were killed and another 57 were injured in the confrontations at Adampan, Mannar on Saturday (01). vThree soldiers were reported killed and another 20 sustained injuries. vMeanwhile on the same day (01) around 4.45 pm, two soldiers were killed and another six were reported injured due to LTTE terrorist mortar fire in the Adampan area of Murunkan, Thiruketheswaran, Mannar. Former LTTE member hacked to death in Batticaloa - on 01st December On Saturday (01) morning LTTE terrorists using sharp edged weapons hacked to death a former LTTE member identified as Thambimuttu Nadaraja in Kalmadu, Batticaloa. The victim was killed by the terrorists not only as a reprisal for deserting the organization but also as a severe and brutal reminder, to warn other members of the LTTE the penalty awaiting them for desertion. LTTE terrorists target troops detonating a claymore mine in Jaffna - at 0800 hours on 01st December The LTTE terrorists launched a Claymore mine attack targeting troops in the Velvettiturai - Urani area around 8.00 p.m. on Saturday (01). A soldier was reported killed and another sustained injuries in the incident Troops recover micro pistol, grenades & satellite telephone equipment, etc in Jaffna - at 1700 hours on 01st December Troops conducted a search operation at Kudamin, Jaffna on Saturday (01) and recovered the items given below around 5.00 p.m. from an abandoned house. Micro pistols 02 Magazines 02 Hand grenades 04 Satellite telephones with charger 01 Mobile phones 02 Live rounds 04 Meanwhile, in a search operation conducted in the Vavvuniya- Purisuddakulam area a radio communications set was recovered by troops around 9.00 a.m. yesterday (01). Five terrorists killed in Vavuniya at 1400 hours on 01st December Three terrorists were killed in the confrontation that took place with Army troops at Periyathampanai, Vavuniya today (01) around 2.00 p.m. A soldier was injured. Meanwhile, two terrorists were killed in a confrontation that took place in Kokkuthudwai, Welioya today (01) at noon. Thirteen terrorists killed in Mannar - on 01st December It has been confirmed through intercepted LTTE communication that 13 LTTE cadres were killed and 47, injured in a confrontation that took place at Adampan, Mannar today (01) in the morning. Three soldiers were also died and 14 injured in the confrontation. Nine terrorists killed and 47 injured in confrontation in Mannar - on 01st December In a confrontation with Troops this morning (01), nine LTTE terrorists were confirmed killed and forty seven terrorists were reported injured in Adampan, South of Mannar. During the confrontation many LTTE bunkers were also completely destroyed by Troops. It was reported that three soldiers were killed and Ten others sustained injuries. Six terrorists killed and an assortment of mines recovered - on 01st December Six LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with troops in the Muhumalai FDL's this (01) morning. Meanwhile in a search operation conducted by troops around 6.30 a.m. in the Muhumalai area, the under mentioned items were recovered. Claymore mines 01 Improved improvised explosive devices (IED) 03 Anti- personnel mines 06 Bar mines 01 Situation Report on 02 December 2007 Situation Report on 02 December 2007 419 anti- personnel mines recovered and two terrorists killed in confrontations in Vavuniya - 02nd December 419 anti-personnel mines were recovered from Kaduruvittankulam, UMAYARASAKULAM and Vilayathikulam areas, Vavuniya on Sunday (02)by troops conducting search operations. Details are given below. Kaduruvirichchankulam 220 Umayarasakulam 100 Vilayathikulam 99 Two terrorists were killed in a confrontation today (03) around 2.15 a.m. in Alakolupodukulam area, Vavuniya . A body of a LTTE terrorists killed in confrontations on Saturday (01) was recovered by troops conducting a search operation in the Periyapandirichchan area . The items given below were also recovered. Hand grenades 14 "Dog" tag 01 vCap 01 Cyanide capsule 01 Pouches 03 Two terrorists killed; one takes life in Jaffna - at 1530 hours on 02nd December Two tiger terrorists were killed and two bunkers destroyed when Army troops retaliated against an LTTE attack on FDL Muhamale yesterday (02) around 3.30 p.m. Army troops were unharmed. In another incident a LTTE terrorist identified as Nagendren Dharanideran had exploded the suicide jacket he was wearing when troops were conducting a search operation on a tip-off by a civilian in VADIRI JAFFNA yesterday (02) around 1.00 p.m. Troops recovered a suicide jacket and a hand grenade. Troops capture four terrorist bunkers and recover mines, live rounds etc in Vavuniya Troops captured four bunkers on Saturday (01) in a confrontation with LTTE terrorists in Periyathampane , Vavuniya. The under mentioned items were recovered in a search operation which followed the incident . Claymore bombs 03 Small arms rounds 400 "Jelly" cans 02 (25 liters each) vLTTE hand bills 15 Situation Report on 03 December 2007 Situation Report on 03 December 2007 Tiger cadres flee as Army swoops in on rendezvous point in Jaffna - at 0630 hours on 03rd December A group of LTTE cadres who were being pursued by the Army launched an attack and fled amidst retaliation by troops around 6.30 a.m. this morning in MANTHIKAI, Point Pedro, Jaffna. The group was being pursued by the Army following a tip off from a civilian on the whereabouts of one of their rendezvous points in MANTHIKAI. Troops conducting a search operation found an abandoned micro pistol and a motorbike from the location. Ground troops confirmed seeing trails of blood in the area which indicates that some of the LTTE cadres would have sustained injuries in troop retaliation. Troops didn't suffer any harm in the attack. Troops find IEDs in Muhamalai in Jaffna - at 1500 hours on 03rd December Troops engaged in search operations to consolidate defences in the MUHAMALAI area found 12 bar mines and four improvised explosive devices put together using 152 mm empty brass artillery casings. The explosive devices have been defused by the Army, reports said. The recovery was made around 3.00 p.m. today (03). LTTE intelligence cadre killed in Vavuniya - at 1450 hours on 03rd December An LTTE intelligence cadre identified as Suharthan was killed in a confrontation with troops in Pavattakulam in Vavuniya around 2.50 a.m. this morning (03), the Police said. According to Police reports a group of LTTE cadres had mounted a small arms attack and lobbed hand grenades targeting soldiers deployed on a foot patrol in the Pavattakulam area. The attackers had fled amidst retaliation by the Army. It is in a subsequent search operation that troops found the body of a Tiger cadre who had been killed in the confrontation. The dead LTTE cadre has been identified as Suharthan, a member of the Tiger intelligence wing. Troops found four hand grenades, one cyanide capsule, a grenade pouch and a dog tag in close proximity to his dead body. His corpse has been handed over to the VAVUNIYA hospital, the Army said. 35 Tiger terrorists killed and many injured in retaliatory attack - on 03rd December LTTE terrorists launched an attack this morning (03) between 1.00 and 3.00 a.m. using small arms and mortars in the recently captured ADAMPAN area, Mannar. The terrorists fled when Troops retaliated. LTTE communication intercepts have revealed the names of the 35 terrorists killed. A large stock of military hardware was recovered in the search operation conducted after the incident. In the retaliatory attack, six solders were killed and 20 others were injured. Bomb in Official's premises recovered on information provided by a civilian - on 03rd December This morning (03) around 8.30 am, the Officer on Duty at Army Headquarters received information that there was a bomb targeting a senior security official concealed in the premises of block No.44 in the Keppettipola Housing Complex ,Colombo. Thereafter, the Army and Air Force Bomb Disposal Teams arrived on the scene and on searching the area recovered from the premises a bomb enclosed in a metal cover in a cardboard container containing the items given below. C4 explosives 01Kg Electronic detonators 01 Steels balls One of the occupant of No 44 block of the summit that premises is TNA MP Mr. Sivajilingam. The bomb was defused by the Bomb Disposal Teams. Situation Report on 04 December 2007 Situation Report on 04 December 2007 Fierce battles in northern defences claim 13 Tigers - at 1400 hours on 04th December 13 LTTE cadres were reported killed following fierce battles with the Security Forces in the northern front since this afternoon. At least 10 LTTE cadres were killed in clashes with troops in the Kilali defences this afternoon, the Army said. According to defence sources, the confrontation between troops and the LTTE which sparked off around 2.00 p.m. today lasted for over two hours. It is believed that the LTTE would have suffered casualities in the confrontation. Two soldiers were killed in action while another three sustained injuries. The injured were admitted to the hospital for treatment. Meanwhile in Nagarkovil, troops on observation attacked and destroyed an LTTE bunker ahead of the forward defence line killing three Tiger cadres and wounding two more around 1.20 p.m. this afternoon, the Army said. LTTE communication has confirmed the death of three LTTE cadres, ground troops manning defences said. One soldier sustained minor injuries in the attack, reports said. Troops confront LTTE deep inside Yala reserve - at 1710 hours on 04th December Four LTTE cadres were reported injured in a troop attack in the Dematagala and Debaraduwa areas some 30 Km north of the Yala around 5.10 p.m. this evening, the Army said. Troops conducting search operations inside the Yala reserve mounted an attack when they observed an LTTE movement in the area, reports said. One Army soldier sustained injuries in the confrontation. Operations are underway by the Army to pursue fleeing LTTE cadres in the area, defence sources said. More details will follow. Five terrorists killed in JAffna - at 1820 03rd December Five terrorists were killed in an attack launched by Army troops against the LTTE terrorists at MUHAMALAI yesterday (03) around 6.20 p.m. Two LTTE bunkers were also destroyed. Army troops were unharmed. Hand grenades found in Jaffna - at 1800 hours on 03rd December On a tip-off by a civilian, Army troops who conducted a search operation were able to recover 02 hand grenades hidden by terrorists at PADDIRIPPAI in JAFFNA yesterday (03) around 6.00 p.m. Situation Report on 05 December 2007 Situation Report on 05 December 2007 Four Tiger terrorists killed and 420 litres diesel recovered - Vavuniya & Mannar On 05th December 2007 Four LTTE terrorists were killed by Troops in Vavuniya and Mannar since yesterday (05). Troops fired at terrorists carrying containers yesterday (05) around 9.25 p.m. at Koddavetti, in the Mannar area. In a search operation which followed a container with 420 litres of diesel and can with 12 litres of petrol was recovered by troops. Troops also recovered the body of a terrorist with two grenades in his possession. Five terrorists killed and a large stock of military hardware recovered - On 05th December 2007 Five LTTE terrorists were killed and three were injured in a confrontation with troops in Muhamalai South and Nagarkovil areas in Jaffna on Wednesday (05) morning. Of the Five terrorists killed, two were killed in Nagarkovil area while three were killed and three others were injured in the Muhamalai area. Meanwhile, around 5.30 pm yesterday (05) a large stock of military hardware and the items given below were recovered by troops in a search operation conducted in the Manirasakulam area, Trincomalee. T56 Assault rifles 02 T56 Magazines 08 Hand Grenades 01 Pouches 03 Large stock of military hardware 15 killed, 23 injured in LTTE claymore attack on civil bus - Anuradapura On 05th December 2007 around 8.15 p.m. 15 civilians were killed while another 23 sustained injuries in a LTTE claymore mine attack on a CTB passenger bus playing on the Anuradhapura - Janakapura route in Abhimanapura, Padaviya around 8.15 p.m. today (05). Among the killed are 12 men and 3 women. Body of female LTTE cadre found from Yala - On 05th December 2007 around 5.10 p.m. Troops found a dead body of a female LTTE cadre suspected to have been killed in yesterday's attack in Dematagala and Debaraduwa areas some 30 km from Yala, the Army said. The body and a stock of military hardwares were found during extended search operations around 5.10 p.m. today (05) Four LTTE cadres were reported injured in a troop attack in Dematagala and Debaraduwa areas yesterday evening. Operations were launched instantly to track the injured LTTE cadres, military sources said. Search operations are still in progress deep inside the Yala reserve. Troops attack LTTE bunker, 5 Tiger cadres killed - Jaffna On 05th December 2007 around 11.05 a.m. Troops attacked a group of LTTE cadres constructing a bunker ahead of the Muhamalai forward defence line around 11.05 a.m. today (05) 5 LTTE cadres killed in the attack, ground troops confirmed. Twenty four LTTE cadres killed - Vavuniya & Mannar On 05th December 2007 Twenty four tiger terrorists were killed in confrontations that took place in Vavuniya and Mannar today (05) Around 6.30 a.m. today (05) 03 tiger cadres were killed in west of Adampan, Mannar in combat with Army troops. Eleven terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Army troops in Mullikulam in Vavuniya around 7.00 today (05). Around 7.30 a.m. today (05) ten tiger cadres were killed in a confrontation with Army troops at Parappakandal in Mannar. Around 12.50 p.m. on the same day at Sinnasippikulam, four soldiers were killed and two injured when the tractor they travelled in was caught in a pressure mine explosion. The injured soldiers were rushed to Vavuniya hospital. A Confrontation - Mannr On 05th December 2007 around 7.00 a.m. Army troops launched a retaliatory attack on tiger terrorists who confronted the troops engaged in a road picket duties at Sinnasettikulam southwards of Mannar - Settikulam road today (05) around 7.00 a.m. Terrorists who were injured in the confrontation were carried by others of the gang. Three soldiers had died in the incident. Situation Report on 06 December 2007 Situation Report on 06 December 2007 Air Force bombs Tiger gathering point - Mulaithivu, at 4 p.m. on 6 Dec Air Force fighter jets raided a LTTE leaders' gathering point in Wattappalai west of Mulaithivu between 4. p.m. - 4.30 p.m. yesterday (06), the Air Force said. Five Tiger terrorists killed - Vavuniya / Mannar, on 6 Dec Five LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations during operations in the Vavuniya area on Thursday (06). A total of three were killed in Vavuniya. Two were killed in Periyankulam and one in Kallikulam. 70 anti- personnel mines recovered by Troops - Vavuniya, on 6 Dec 70 Anti- personnel mines were recovered by Troops during search operations conducted in Umayarathuwarankulam , Vavuniya on Thursday (06). Situation Report on 07 December 2007 Situation Report on 07 December 2007 LTTE cadre killed - Mannar, at 7.45 a.m. on 7 Dec An LTTE cadre was killed in a confrontation with troops in Parappakandal, MANNAR around 7.45 a.m. today (07), ground troops said. LTTE pistol gang kills one Tamil youth and injures another - Jaffna, at 10 a.m. on 7 dec A LTTE pistol gang shot dead a Tamil Youth identified as 18 year old Thevarasa Sandeepan Kumar and injured 22 year old Nandarasa Indrakumar on Thursday (06) around 10 a.m. in Anandapuram, Kalviyankadau. He was admitted to hospital. Pre-emptive attacks kill 17 and injure 18 LTTE cadres - Mannar, at 11:50 a.m. on 7 Dec 17 LTTE cadres were killed and over 18 injured in pre-emptive strikes launched by the Army in the Narrikkulam general area in Mannar this morning (07) According to intercepted Tiger communication, six LTTE female cadres are among the killed. During the confrontation troops successfully destroyed five Tiger bunkers, ground troops confirmed. The confrontation between troops and the LTTE had erupted around 11.50 a.m. today (07). The confrontation has not caused any harm to the Security Forces, sources said. Two LTTE terrorists killed - Muhamalai, at 12.20 p.m. on 7 Dec Two LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation with troops ahead of the Muhamalai forward defence line around 12.20 p.m. today (07), ground troops said. Four LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation - Mannar / Vavuniya, at 3.30 p.m. on 07 Dec Four LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation on Friday (07) around 3.30 pm in Palamottai area, Mannar. The Army sustained no damage. Meanwhile, Troops confirm that the LTTE sustained heavy casualties in a confrontation with Troops in the Periyathampane area, Vavuniya on Friday (07), around 11:00 am while a soldier was reported killed and two were injured in the incident. Suicide jacket found - Vavuniya, at 4.30 p.m. on 7 Dec Acting on information received from a civilian, Army troops found a LTTE suicide jacket at Thirunavukulam, Vavuniya around 4.30 p.m. today (07). The suicide kit had weighed around 5 kg, the Army said. Situation Report on 08 December 2007 Situation Report on 08 December 2007 STF recover claymore mine - Ampara on 08th December 2007 around 6.30 a.m. A route clearing patrol conducted by of the Special Task Force(STF) located in Malwatte recovered the items given below today (08) around 6.30 am on the Ampara- Malwatte road in Udayapura area, Ampara. Claymore mines 01(05kg) Anti-personnel mines 02 Wire 25 meters STF Bomb Disposal Team has taken action to defuse the bomb.Two terrorists killed - Mannar on 08th December 2007 around 8.30 a.m. Two tiger terrorists were killed in a retaliatory fire by Army troops in Adampan South, Mannar toady (08) around 8.30 a.m. 10 Kg Claymore mine recovered on information from civilian - Mannar, at 3.45 p.m. on 8 Dec Troops on information provided by a civilian conducted a search operation arrested two suspects from Illandamotte area, Mannar on Saturday (08) around 3.45 p.m. and recovered the items given below. Claymore mines 01 (10 Kg) Illicit Liquor (Arrack) 02(containers 05 liters each) The two suspects were handed over to the Mannar Police for investigations. Military materials found - Batticaloa on 08th December 2007 A large stock of military material was recovered by army troops today (08) in Batticaloa. On a tip of f by a civilian, Army troops who conducted a search operation were able to recover following items hidden by terrorists. SPG 87 01 Hand grenade 01 Flexible wire 30metres An improved explosive device weighing 1.5kg Meanwhile, Army troops found military material hidden by terrorists in a jungle area today (08) around 9.00 a.m. The items found were as follows; Electric motor KW 5.5 01 Electric motor KW 15 03 Small electric motor H.P. 5.5 02 Compressors 02 Rubber hose 100 m 01 Air compressor tank 01 Hoister jack 01 Four LTTE terrorists killed - Killali, at 5 p.m. on 8 Dec On Saturday (08) Troops launched an attack on a LTTE terrorist bunker in Killali area, Jaffna around 5.00 pm. Troops confirm that four terrorists were killed in the attack. No damage to troops. 16 LTTE terrorists killed in Vavuniya/Mannar/Jaffna - on 8 Dec 16 LTTE terrorists were killed and three soldiers were reported injured on Saturday (08) during confrontations in Mannar, Vavuniya and Jaffna. In a confrontation in the Kallikulam area, Mannar around 8.00 a.m., ground Troops confirm that four terrorists were killed while many were severely injured. There were two incidents reported from Vavuniya yesterday (08). A soldier was injured around 9.45 a.m. due to the explosion of an anti-personnel mine during a search operation conducted in the Kurisuddikulam area. He was admitted to the Anuradhapura hospital. In the other incident yesterday (08), Troops confirmed that Ten terrorists were killed when they retaliated to LTTE mortar fire during a confrontation in Periyathampane area. Two soldiers were reported injured in the incident. Troops also confirm that two terrorists were killed around 5.45 p.m. when they observed some terrorists and launched an attack in the Killali area FDL's in Jaffna. Situation Report on 09 December 2007 Situation Report on 09 December 2007 Eight dead bodies found - Vavuniya, on 9 Dec Dead bodies of eight terrorists were recovered by Army troops who conducted a search operation in Periyathampane today (09) in the morning. Six bodies were handed over to the Vavuniya hospital by the troops but the other two were decomposed. Meanwhile troops found following items too. T - 56 Weapon - 05 T - 81 Weapon - 01 LMG Weapon - 01 Communication equipment - 02 Three LTTE terrorists killed - Vavuniya, at 2 p.m. on 15 Nov Situation Report on 10 December 2007 Three LTTE cadres killed in Muhamalai in Jaffna - at 1855 hours on 10th December Three LTTE cadres were killed in clashes with the Army in Muhamalai around 6.55 p.m. this evening (10), ground troops confirmed. Troops didn't suffer any harm in the confront Nine terrorists killed in Kokkuthuduwai in Welioya - at 1200 hours on 10th December A total of nine (09) LTTE terrorists were killed in two confrontations in Welioya. Six of them were killed in one confrontation with Troops while three were killed in another incident in Kokkuthuduwai area, Welioya today (10) at 12.00 noon. Three soldiers sustained minor injuries. A T56 rifle & 5 hand grenades recovered by Navy in Trincomalee - 0900 hours on 10th December On information received from a civilian, a search operation was conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and the items given below were recovered today (10) around 9.00 am near the 3rd mile post in SELVANAGAR PURAM area , TRINCOMALEE. T 56 Assault rifles 01 vHand Grenades 05 Four LTTE terrorists killed in Vavuniya inVavuniya - at 0830 hours on 10th December Ground Troops confirm that four LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation today (10) around 8.30 am in the NAVATKULAM area. No damage reported to Troops Seven (07) terrorists killed in Mannar - at 1100 hours on 10th December Seven (07) LTTE terrorists were killed and seven (07) were injured during confrontations in the Mannar area on Sunday (09). Of the Seven killed, Six were killed in north Narikulam area around 11.00 a.m. In the search operation which followed Troops recovered a T-56 Assault rifle and a T-81 rifle and around 3.20 p.m. another terrorist was killed in a confrontation. Again in the same area around 5.50 p.m., two soldiers were reported injured. In a search operation conducted in the area, troops recover a modified Improvised Explosive Device (IED). A soldier was reported killed and Seven (07) were injured in the Periyapandiparichchan area, MANNAR, yesterday (09) while another soldier was injured due a anti personnel mine explosion around 9.10 a.m. in the UMAYARASAKULAM area. Tamil Youth shot dead by LTTE pistol gang in Jaffna - 1445 hours on 10th December A LTTE terrorist pistol gang shot dead a Tamil Youth in ERALLALI area on Sunday (09) around 2.45 p.m. Police conducting investigations. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the MUHAMALAI area on Sunday (09) around 6.10 p.m. when LTTE terrorists fired Artillery. Troops retaliated. Situation Report on 11 December 2007 Situation Report on 11 December 2007 Sporadic battles leave 20 LTTE cadres dead - Mannar On 11th Dec 2007 Sporadic battles that broke out in the south western areas of Adampan have left at least 20 LTTE cadres killed and over 30 wounded, the Army said. Intercepted LTTE communication has confirmed heavy casualty fingers for the Tigers. According to Defence sources sporadic clashes between the Army and the LTTE broke out in areas south west of Adampan since 11.30 a.m. today. Three soldiers were killed in action while seven others sustained injuries, reports said. Meanwhile in the Northern front Security forces inflicted heavy damages to the Tigers ahead of the Muhamalai forward defence line around 5.00 p.m. this evening. One soldier was killed in the confrontation, the Army confirmed. Army destroys the LTTE bunker, four tiger cadres killed - Nagarkovil On 11th Dec 2007 around 3.25 p.m. Troops manning forward defence a attacked and destroyed a LTTE bunker killing at least four Tiger cadres ahead of the Nagarkovil Forward Defence Line around 3.25 p.m. today (11). Troops did not suffer any harm in the attack, the Army said. Eight terrorists killed - Jaffna On 11th Dec 2007 Eight LTTE cadres were killed in two separate incidents today (11). Three LTTE terrorists were killed when Army troops retaliated a terrorist attack at Kilali today (11) around 5.30 a.m. An LTTE bunker was completely destroyed. This information was intercepted from LTTE communication. A soldier died and one injured in the confrontation. In another confrontation at Muhamalai today (11) around 5.30 a.m. five terrorists were killed and a bunker destroyed. Eight terrorists killed - Vavuniya On 11th Dec 2007 Eight terrorists were killed in three separate incidents yesterday (10). Two LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with army troops yesterday (10) around 3.35 p.m. in Kurisuddikulam Vavuniaya. An LTTE terrorist was killed in a confrontation with army troops at Vilathikulam Vavuniya yesterday (10) around 11.40 a.m. In Adampan Mannar 05 terrorists were killed in a confrontation with army troops yesterday (10) around 5.00 p.m. In Periyathampanai Vavuniya two soldiers were wounded in explosion of an anti-personal mine yesterday (10) around 12.20 p.m. Three soldiers were wounded in a mortar attack by terrorists at Periyathampanai yesterday (10) around 4.50 p.m. Situation Report on 12 December 2007 Situation Report on 12 December 2007 Five terrorists killed - Jaffna, at 8.45 a.m. on 12 Dec Five terrorists were killed in two confrontations with Army troops in the north of A-9 road at Muhamalai FDL today (12) morning. One terrorist was killed in the confrontation that took place at 7.25 a.m. and four, in the confrontation at 8.45. Army troops were unhurt. Situation Report on 13 December 2007 Situation Report on 13 December 2007 Troops engage LTTE cadres - Weli Oya, on 13 Dec Troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres north of Janakapura in Welioya this evening, the Army reported. In the ensuing battle, three soldiers sustained injuries. One of them succumbed to injuries following admission to the hospital, military sources said. Police recover T-56 Rifle and live ammunition - Batticaloa, at 6.25 p.m. on 16 Dec The Vakarai Police conducting a search operation in the Kirimichciya area, Vakarai, Batticaloa on Wednesday (12) around 6.25 p.m. recovered the times given below. T-56 Assault rifles 01T56 magazines 05T56 Live ammunition 150It is believed that these items were cunningly concealed by the terrorist to be used against the Security Forces Two terrorists commit suicide injuring six civilians including children - Point Pedro, at 5.10 a.m. on 13 Dec The Army on information received from a civilian proceeded to search a house in Viyaparamoolai, Point-Pedro, today (13) around 5.10 a.m. when TWO LTTE terrorists who had been hiding in the ceiling blew themselves up killing them instantaneously. Six occupants who had been in the house at the time of the explosion were injured including a 45 year old woman, three girls aged 17, 18 and 19 and two boys aged eight and fourteen. LTTE terrorists target Police route clearing patrol - Vavuniya, at 7.35 a.m. on 13 Dec LTTE terrorists targeted a Police route clearing patrol in SUB UNIT 5 of UNIT 3 in the Kurukkkal Pudukulam FDL area, Vavuniya today (13) at 7.35 a.m. killing a Policeman. Search operation is being conducted in the area. LTTE terrorist injured & tractor damaged - Vavuniya / Mannar, on 12 Dec Troops launched an attack using Artillery on a LTTE tractor on Wednesday (12) at 9.00 a.m. in Pallemodai, Vavuniya. LTTE communication intercepts confirm that four terrorists were injured and the tractor was damaged. Meanwhile, in the Mannar area a LTTE terrorist was killed in a confrontation on Wednesday (12) at 1.00 p.m. 419 Anti- personnel mines recovered by Troops - Vavuniya / Batticaloa Troops in a search operation conducted in Periyathampane, Vavuniya on Wednesday (12) recovered 116 Anti - personnel mines and a com set around 3.00 p.m. 303 Anti-personnel mines were recovered by Troops conducting a search operation in the Narakamulla area, Batticaloa on Wednesday (12). Meanwhile, a human skeleton was recovered by the Valaichchenai Police from a lagoon in Kahawatthamunai area, Valaichchenai around 11.00 a.m. on Wednesday (12). Situation Report on 14 December 2007 Situation Report on 14 December 2007 Four LTTE terrorists killed in pre-emptive attack - Mannar on 14th December 2007 Security forces are continuing their pre-emptive strikes targeting the LTTE terrorists in Wanni defences today, December 14. At least four LTTE terrorists were killed when the troops launched an attack targeting a bunker located on the LTTE defence at Narikkulam in Mannar around 12.00 noon today, ground sources said. Two LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation - Mannar on 14th December 2007 Security forces personnel while conducting a foot patrol confronted with a group of LTTE terrorists at Narikkulam in Mannar this morning, December 14. According to the available information the confrontation took place at 7.00 a.m. and two LTTE terrorists were killed due to effective fire launched by the troops, ground troops confirmed. By intercepting LTTE communication channels it is revealed that two of their cadres were lost in this confrontation, defence sources added. Parliament passes 2008 budget at third reading - on 14th December 2007 Sri Lanka Parliament today (December 14) passed the third reading of the year 2008 Budget proposals with a majority of 47 votes. 114 votes were caste for the budget and 67 against while 38 MPs have abstained from voting. MPs of UPFA, UNP democratic team, JHU, CWC, EPDP, Up Country Peoples' Front, MPs of SLMC and independent MPs Puthrasigamani, Venerable Uduwe Dhammaloka and Nandana Gunathilka, have extended their support to the Government on the Budget. Only 67 MPs have opposed the 2008 budget. The MPs of UNP, TNA, SLFP (M) wing four MPs of SLMC, voted against the budget. JVP MPs and Vijedasa Rajapaksa MP have abstained from voting while the latest dissident of SLFP Anura Bandaranayke and four TNA MP's were absent in today's Parliament session. Eleven terrorists killed during clashes- Vavuniya on 14 Dec At least eleven terrorists were killed in clashes erupted yesterday (December 14) at separate locations in Vavuniya, security sources said. Two terrorists killed: 47 AP mines recovered - Jaffna on 14 Dec Two terrorists were killed while attempting to breach the SLA forward defences at Muhamalai in Jaffna, on Friday the 14th of December. Situation Report on 15 December 2007 Situation Report on 15 December 2007 Troops recover warlike items during search operation - Jaffna at 5.25 a.m. on 15 Dec SLA soldiers acting on civilian information this morning (December 15) at 5.25 a.m., found 04 hand grenades and other warlike items during a search operation conducted at general area Vallipurakurichci in Point-Pedro, Jaffna. Eleven terrorists killed during clashes- Vavuniya on 14 Dec At least eleven terrorists were killed in clashes erupted yesterday (December 14) at separate locations in Vavuniya, security sources said. Two terrorists killed: 47 AP mines recovered - Jaffna on 14 Dec Two terrorists were killed while attempting to breach the SLA forward defences at Muhamalai in Jaffna, on Friday the 14th of December. Situation Report on 17 December 2007 Situation Report on 17 December 2007 11 LTTE cadres killed in clashes with troops in Mannar and Vavuniya - On 17th December 2007 Pre-emptive strikes by troops in the Mannar and Vavuniya fronts have left at least 11 LTTE cadres dead since this morning (17), the Army said. Five LTTE cadres perished when troops fiercely engaged a group of LTTE cadres in areas north of Uiylankulam, Mannar around 9.30 a.m. today. According to intercepted Tiger communication, five more LTTE cadres had sustained injuries in retaliatory fire, ground troops confirmed. Meanwhile in Adampan, North West of Uiylankulam a soldier sustained injuries in a confrontation with the LTTE that erupted around 9.35 a.m. in the morning, the Army said. In Parappakandal, further inland of MANNAR troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres around 3.00 p.m. in the afternoon. One tiger cadre was killed in clashes with troops, military sources said. In the Vavuniya front, troops clashed with the LTTE in the Manthai Narikkulam area around 11.30 a.m. Five LTTE cadres were reported killed and another four injured in retaliatory strikes. Tiger communication channels have confirmed casualties, ground troops said. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the clash at Manthai, Narrikkulam. T-56 weapon, warlike items uncovered - Mannar on 17th December 2007 On information received from the civilian sources, security forces uncovered a T-56 weapon and some other warlike items from Madukarai in Mannar today, December 17. According to the available information the recovery was made around 12 noon and 60 T-56 ammunition, 2 magazines, 2 detonators and 1M length detonator code were also among the recoveries. Situation Report on 20 December 2007 Situation Report on 20 December 2007 Three terrorists killed & 25 bags of cement recovered on information from civilian - Vavuniya-Mannar on 20 Dec Three LTTE terrorists were killed and two soldiers were injured in confrontations in the Vavuniya area on Thursday (20). Two of the terrorists were killed around 2.45 p.m. in a confrontation at Thalavilakulama, Vavuniya and in the search operation which followed a T-56 Assault rifle was recovered by troops. Also in Thalavilakulama, another terrorist was killed in another confrontation with troops yesterday (20) around 4.40 p.m. Two soldiers were also reported injured in a confrontation at Kandaperiyakulam, Vavuniya on Thursday (20) around 1.45 p.m. Meanwhile, on information provided by a civilian, Troops recovered twenty five (25) bags of cement from Kaattapalliya area on Thursday around 10.00 p.m. 2 Female LTTE cadres killed - Weli-Oya On 20th December 2007 around 1.35 p.m. Two female LTTE cadres were killed and another wounded in a confrontation with the Army in Ethawetunuwewa, Weli-Oya around 1.35 p.m. today (20), reports reaching from Weli-Oya said. Troops had launched an attack upon detecting a group of LTTE cadres moving in the Ethawetunuwewa area. 7 Tiger cadres killed in clashes with troops during the today - On 20th December 2007 Seven LTTE cadres perished clashes with troops in Muhamalai, Weli-Oya and Vavuniya fronts within the course of the day, defence sources said. In a battle that lasted for around 3 hours, troops destroyed 2 bunkers killing 4 LTTE cadres in Muhamalai. The confrontation erupted around 11.50 a.m. today (20), the Army said. 2 soldiers sustained injuries in attack. One soldier has reportedly failed to rejoin the returning troops, the Army confirmed. Meanwhile, 3 LTTE cadres were killed by troops in Kokkuthuduwai and Kambiliyawa areas in Weli-Oya at 9.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m. today (20). Out of the three Tiger cadres that perished, one was killed in a confrontation at Kokkuthuduwai, while the other two were killed in Kambiliyawa. Another Tiger cadre perished in a confrontation with troops in the Mullikulam area in Vavuniya around 11.30 a.m. today (20), the Army confirmed. Another LTTE cadre was injured in the ensuing battle, ground troops confirmed. Three arrested in three wheeler with 50 gelignite sticks - Anuradapura On 20th December 2007 around 2.45 a.m. The Police seized a three wheeler at the Nochchiyagama road block today (20) around 2.45 a.m. and recovered fifty (50) Gelignite Sticks and arrested three suspects who were Muslims. The three Muslim occupants who were residents of Kalpitiya area were proceeding to Vavuniya - Mankulam area at the time they were arrested. Four terrorists killed in Jaffna - On 20th December 2007 around 5.45 a.m. This morning (20), two terrorists were killed when Troops launched an attack on two LTTE bunkers in Killali and destroyed them around 5.45 am. Meanwhile Troops killed two terrorists around 9.00 am ahead of the Nagarkovil FDL's. Situation Report on 21 December 2007 Situation Report on 21 December 2007 Two terrorists killed - Jaffna, on 10.00 a.m. on 21 Dec Two terrorists were killed when the Army troops attacked an LTTE bunker at Muhamalai, Jaffna around 2.30 p.m. on 21 Dec. In the morning around 10.00 Army troops destroyed an LTTE bunker at Muhamalai and caused heavy damages to terrorists. Army troops were unharmed in the two confrontations. Situation Report on 23 December 2007 Situation Report on 23 December 2007 Three Claymore mines unearthed - Vavuniya on 23rd December 2007 around 11.45 a.m. Three claymore mines weighing 15kg each which had been buried were unearthed when Army Troops conducted a search operation at Varikuttuuru in Vavuniya today (23) around 11.45 a.m. The troops had first observed a tyre cropping up from underground before the discovery. Tamil civilians flee - Mannar on 23rd December 2007 around 7.30 a.m. A group of Tamil civilians, five males, five females and two little children had fled the un cleared area of Angupuram, Molongavil area South of Poonerin and sought refuge at the Navy Camp at Pallimunai, Mannar today (23) around 7.30 a.m. The civilians had left their homes around 11.30 p.m. previous night and traveled to Mannar by a boat. They had fled the un cleared area because they could no longer bear the harassment by tiger terrorists and to avoid the forcible recruitment of their children to tiger ranks. Three terrorists killed - Vavuniya on 23rd December 2007 around 10.30 a.m. Three terrorists were killed and three LTTE bunkers destroyed, in a confrontation with Army troops at Mullikulam, Vavuniya today (23) around 10.30 a.m. Three soldiers were injured. Eight terrorists killed in Nagarkovil FDL area - Jaffna on 23rd December 2007 It is confirmed that eight terrorists were killed when Troops this morning (23) around 5.15 destroyed four terrorist bunkers ahead of the Nagarkovil FDL's, Jaffna. No damage was reported to Troops. Situation Report on 26 December 2007 Situation Report on 26 December 2007 Troops smash 6 bunkers, 15 LTTE cadres killed - Mannar on 26th Dec 2007 around 8.30 a.m. Advancing troops wiped out 6 LTTE bunkers killing at least 15 Tiger terrorists south of Adampan around 8.30 a.m. today (26), the Army confirmed. According to sources around 19 LTTE cadres had sustained injuries in the attack. 2 Soldiers were killed in action while 12 sustained injuries. 40 Sea Tigers perish in sea battle off Delft Island - on 26th Dec 2007 around 8.00 a.m. Around 40 LTTE Sea Tiger cadres were reported killed in the fierce sea battle that erupted in the seas south west of the Delft Island around 8.00 a.m. this morning, the Navy confirmed. An intense sea battle erupted when the Navy closed in to inspect a cluster of LTTE Sea Tiger craft attempting to smuggle arms to uncleared areas in Mannar. In the ensuing sea battle the Navy with the support of the Air Force destroyed 9 logistic Sea Tiger craft and the two suicide boats. According to available information the LTTE had launched around 15 to 17 sea tiger craft supported by suicide boats to dispatch reinforcements for battle weary LTTE cadres who are abandoning their defences at the hands of advancing troops in Mannar. Navy fast attack craft and MI 24 helicopter gun ships had engaged the sea tiger cluster till around 1.00 p.m. this afternoon. Two terrorists killed - Jaffna on 26th Dec 2007 around 5.45 a.m. Two terrorists were killed when Army troops destroyed two LTTE bunkers in Nagarkovil, Jaffna today (26) around 5.45 a.m. An RPG gun was recovered. A soldier was wounded. Nine terrorist killed - on 26th Dec 2007 Nine terrorist were killed in four separate incidents today (26) in Muhamalai and Welioya. Four terrorist were killed in a confrontation with Army troops at Muhamalai around 12.30 p.m. today (26). In Welioya, a terrorist was killed and four LTTE terrorists injured in a confrontation with the Army around 10.00 a.m. In Janakapura, Welioya two terrorists were killed while another sustained injuries in a confrontation with the army around 11.00 a.m. today (26). Two terrorists were killed and three LTTE terrorists injured when Army troops attacked them at Kambiliyawa, Welioya today (26) around 12.00 p.m. Suspicious ship taken into custody - Ampara on 26th Dec 2007 Sri Lanka Navy having observed a suspicious ship 90km. off the east coast at Arugam Bay around 5.00 a.m. took the ship into custody at 8.00 a.m. and her crew numbering 12. The ship was flying Indonesian flag and the crew is Indonesian. Arrangements are being made to bring the crew members to Colombo. The Navy are conducting inquiries. Situation Report on 27 December 2007 Situation Report on 27 December 2007 Body recovered of sailor missing in action - Delft Island, on 27 Dec The body of a sailor reported missing in action since the confrontation with Sea Tigers on Wednesday (26) was recovered on Thursday (27) by the Sri Lanka Navy conducting search operations SOUTH of Delft Island. The Navy is continuing the search operations. Troops advance from Chettukkulam, destroys LTTE strong point - Mannar at 10 a.m. on 27 Dec Troops advanced another 250m from the newly captured North Western areas of Chettukulam and destroyed a LTTE strong point killing 5 LTTE cadres around 10.00 a.m. this morning (27), the military said. In search operations that followed, troops found 7 x T-56 weapons from the area. Yesterday (26) Troops captured North West of Chettukkulam following a fierce battle that resulted in the death of 6 LTTE cadres. Meanwhile, troops found 1350 hand grenades from the Tharavikulam area in Batticaloa around 2 p.m. this afternoon. The stock was recovered during a search operation conducted by troops in the area. Four LTTE bunkers destroyed, 7 Tiger cadres killed - Jaffna, on 27 Dec Troops manning forward defences in Muhamalai and Kilali kept the LTTE busy by attacking their bunkers and killing 7 Tiger cadres since early morning today (27). Soldiers advanced from their positions in Muhamalai and attacked a LTTE bunker killing two Tiger cadres around 2.40 a.m. this morning, the Army said. Few hours later, around 6.15 a.m. troops attacked another three terrorist bunkers south of the A-9 road in Muhamalai killing three LTTE cadres, reports reaching from the northern theatre of battle stated. Three LTTE bunkers were completely destroyed in the attack. Two soldiers were injured in action, the Army confirmed. Two more LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation with troops around 8.00 a.m. in Kilali defences. One soldier was killed in action while two sustained injuries, defence sources said. Sea Tiger training camp pounded by Air Force fighter jet aircraft - Mullaitivu at 6.10 a.m. on 27 Dec The Sri Lankan Air Force launched an air strike and destroyed completely a LTTE Sea Tiger training camp in the Vellamulli- Vaikkala area, north of Mullaittivu this morning (27) around 6.10 a.m. Pilots confirm that the air strike launched by fighter jet aircraft completely destroyed the targeted Sea Tiger camp. 4 Civilians killed in LTTE claymore mine attack - Vavuniya at 2 p.m. on 27 Dec Four civilians including a 10 year old child was killed and another 6 injured when the van transporting them was caught in a claymore mine explosion triggered by the LTTE at the Kurumakadu junction in Vavuniya around 2 p.m. today (27). The van was plying on the Vavuniya - Mannar road when it was caught in the claymore mine explosion. According to available information, the claymore mine had been set on a bicycle. Among the injured are a police constable and five other civilians. The injured were rushed to the Vavuniya hospital for medical care. Terrorist explosion kills STF officer - Batticaloa at 7:50 a.m. on 27 Dec Special Task Force (STF) team conducting a search operation was trapped in a claymore mine explosion set up on to a bicycle opposite the Kalawanchkudi hospital today (27) around 7.50 a.m. One STF officer was killed and another reported injured was admitted to the Kalawanchkudi hospital. A search operation is in progress in the area. 25 LTTE terrorists killed in Vavuniya area - Vavuniya, Jaffna Twenty five LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations with Troops in the Vavuniya area on Thursday (27). Ten (10) of the 25 terrorists including a LTTE leader identified as "Savithri" was killed at Periyakurittikulam around 9.40 a.m., while six terrorists were killed around 4.45 p.m. at Kudirivittankulam. Two terrorist were killed at Periyapandivirichchan at 3.10 p.m. while another seven terrorists were killed on the same day (27) around 4.05 in the evening at Kallikulam. Four soldiers were injured in the confrontations at Vavuniya on Thursday (27). A soldier was reported injured in the confrontation at Periyapandivirittan at 3.10 p.m. and three soldiers were reported injured at Kallikulam around 4.05 p.m. Meanwhile in Jaffna yesterday (27) around 1.35 pm a soldier was killed in a search operation conducted by Troops due to the explosion of a Booby trapped explosive device ahead of the Killali FDL. Situation Report on 28 December 2007 Situation Report on 28 December 2007 Body of soldier handed over to the Army by ICRC - Jaffna, on 28 Dec The body of a soldier killed in Killali, Jaffna on Thursday (27) was handed by the ICRC to the Army at Omanthai today (28). LTTE terrorists flee after failed attack - Vavuniya, on 28 Dec LTTE terrorists attempting to attack a bunker of their guard point at Yakawewa, in the Indigollewa area around dawn today (28) fled when Troops and Civil Defense Forces personnel launched a retaliatory attack. Two RPG bombs, a pair of wire- cutters were recovered by Troops in the search operation which followed to incident. Four terrorists killed -Muhamalai, at 9.30 a.m. on 28 Dec Four LTTE terrorists were killed around 9.30 a.m. today (28) when Troops launched an attack advancing North across the A- 9 Road, Muhamalai. A soldier was also injured today (28) due to an explosion of an anti- personnel mine around 6.15 am in the Muhamalai area. Situation Report on 29 December 2007 Situation Report on 29 December 2007 SLA overruns LTTE stronghold: several LTTE leaders injured - Mannar on 29th December 2007 Security forces advanced further into non-liberated Wanni area, today (December 29) following hours long artillery duel with LTTE elements in general area Parappakandal at Mannar defences, ground sources said. Troops forced and held into the LTTE defences at Parappakandal, Mannar, a major terrorist fortifier, military sources said. Latest ground reports confirm several LTTE leaders including 'Adavan master' and Susilan were among the terrorist casualties. According to troops, advancing military units were met with heavy LTTE resistance during the pre-hours since this morning at around 6.15a.m. 'Intel' reports citing intercepted LTTE communication said, hundreds of LTTE elements were on the flight due to increasing strife among its ground leaders following heavy beating at the hands of security forces. Bahnu, Laxman, Parthivan, Susilan and Adavan master were identified to have led LTTE terrorists during the heavy fighting today, ground sources further revealed. LTTE Fires at Army Troops - Vavuniya on 29th December 2007 around 12.20 a.m. Army troops at Vilattikulam, Vavuniya came under LTTE fire Saturday (29) around 12.20 a.m. One soldier was killed in the LTTE fire. Four terrorists killed in clashes at Northern defences - on 29th December 2007 At least four LTTE terrorists were killed this evening (December 29) ahead of Northern defences at Muhamalai, SLA sources say. Troops launched a pre-emptive strike at LTTE bunker lines, at around 3p.m, according to sources. No damages were caused to own troops during the confrontation, military sources said. Three terrorists killed in Jaffna and a soldier - Mannar on 29 Dec Troops confirm that three LTTE terrorists were killed and another three was injured in a confrontation yesterday (29) around 1.35 pm in the Killali area, Jaffna. Five soldiers were also reported injured in the incident. In Vavuniya in Kaduruvittankulam, around 11.40 am yesterday (29), a soldier was reported injured in a booby trap explosion set up by the LTTE terrorists. A soldier was also injured in Vilayathikulam, Vavuniya around 9.00 am due to the explosion of an anti- personnel mine. In Manthottam area, Mannar, a soldier was injured due to the LTTE mortar fire. Mean while in Adampan area, MANNAR a soldier was killed around 11.10 in the night due to a grenade attack launched by the terrorists. 1350 anti-personnel mines recovered and two terrorists killed on 29 Dec The Army fired mortars and artillery in retaliation to the LTTE terrorists firing mortars targeting North Ethawetunuwewa, Welioya around 5.00 pm in the evening yesterday (29). LTTE communication intercepts confirm that two (02) terrorists were killed and three (03) were injured in the incident. Meanwhile around 8.30 pm yesterday (29), two Police constables were injured when the LTTE terrorists launched a grenade attack on the Police guard point near the HNB Bank in Mannar town. 1350 anti- personnel mines were recovered in a search operation conducted by Troops yesterday (29) around 3.00 pm from Inkiriyamadu area, Batticaloa Three terrorists killed in Jaffna and a soldier in Mannar on 29 Dec Troops confirm that three LTTE terrorists were killed and another three was injured in a confrontation yesterday (29) around 1.35 pm in the Killali area, Jaffna. Five soldiers were also reported injured in the incident. In Vavuniya in Kaduruvittankulam, around 11.40 am yesterday (29), a soldier was reported injured in a booby trap explosion set up by the LTTE terrorists. A soldier was also injured in Vilayathikulam, Vavuniya around 9.00 am due to the explosion of an anti- personnel mine. In Manthottam area, Mannar, a soldier was injured due to the LTTE mortar fire. Mean while in Adampan area, Mannar a soldier was killed around 11.10 in the night due to a grenade attack launched by the terrorists. Situation Report on 01 January 2008 Situation Report on 01 January 2008 LTTE terrorist killed and 01 injured in Nawatkulam, Vavuniya - On 01st January 2008 around 8.05 a.m LTTE terrorist was killed and one (01) was injured in a confrontation with troops on Tuesday (01) in Nawatkulam, Vavuniya around 8.05 a.m. Troops were unharmed. Arms and ammunition found - Batticaloa On 01st January 2008 STF personnel tipped off by a civilian conducted a search operation at Kokadicholai area and were able to recover following arms and ammunition. T-56 Weapons 02 Claymore mines 03 81 mm Mortar bombs 18 60 mm Mortar bombs 14 T-56 Ammunition 445 T-56 Magazines 05 TNT Explosives 02 Kg UNP parliamentarian T. Maheswaran shot dead- Colombo On 01st January 2008 UNP parliamentarian T. Maheswaran was shot this morning (January 01) by an unknown gunman, news sources report. According to Colombo national hospital sources, Mr. Maheswaran has received serious gunshot injuries. Speaking exclusively to defence.lk, Director of Nation Hospital - Colombo, Dr. Hector Weerasinghe said, the medical staff is at full thrust attending to save the parliamentarian. Twelve other people also injured during the incident were admitted along with the Mr. Maheswaran, hospital sources reveal. Situation Report on 02 January 2008 Situation Report on 02 January 2008 11 LTTE terrorists killed and 30 injured in Jaffna - On 02nd January A total of eleven (11) LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations with Troops in the Muhamalai and Killali FDL's, Jaffna on Wednesday (02). Ten (10) terrorists were killed and thirty (30) were injured according to terrorist communication intercepts when Troops launched an attack on three LTTE terrorists bunkers on Wednesday (02) around 11.30 a.m. The bunkers were completely destroyed in the attack. Two soldiers were reported killed and four were injured in the incident in Jaffna - at 1040 hours on 02nd January On the same day, Wednesday (02), Troops launched a attack on two LTTE bunkers in the Killali area around 10.40 a.m. Ground Troops confirm that the two bunkers were completely destroyed and the terrorists sustained severe casualties. Two soldiers were reported to have been injured in the incident in Muhamalai - at 0745 hours on 02nd January Again on Wednesday (02), Troops killed one terrorist when they launched an attack on a group of LTTE terrorists who were in the Muhamalai FDL area around 7.45 a.m. Two terrorists killed in Vavuniya - at 0830 hours on 02nd January Two terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Army troops when they attempted to enter the cleared area at pandivirichchan , Vavuniya today (02) around 8.30 a.m. Troops were unharmed. LTTE Supply Centre Destroyed in Mulaithivu - at 1230 hours on 02nd January Air Force fighter jet planes today (02) pounded on a LTTE supply centre at Alampilli in Muulaithivu around 12.30 p.m. The LTTE supply centre was completely destroyed. Two LTTE Leaders Killed in Mannar - at 0930 hours on 02nd January Air Force pounded on a sea tiger base and an LTTE intelligence centre using fighter jet planes at Wedithalathvu in Mannar today (02) around 9.30 a.m. It has been confirmed that two LTTE leaders were killed. Two TV Sets & Computer Found in Batticaloa - on 01st January Army troops while on a search operation in Dangeliyadda, Batticaloa were able to recover following items yesterday (01). TV sets - 02 Computer CPU - 01 Monitor - 01 Key board - 01 Soldier wounded in Vavuniya - at 1655 hours on 02nd January A soldier was wounded when an anti - personnel mine exploded at Vilathikulam, Vavuniya yesterday (01) around 4.55 p.m LTTE mortar fire at Muhamalai in Jaffna - at 01st January LTTE terrorists launched mortar fire on the Army troops at Muhamalai, Jaffna yesterday (01) around 8.55 p.m. Two soldiers were injured. Situation Report on 3 January 2008 Situation Report on 3 January 2008 Four terrorists killed and bunker destroyed - Vavuniya, at 5.30 p.m. on 3 Jan Four LTTE terrorists were killed and another was injured when Troops launched an attack and destroyed a LTTE bunker in Kallikulam Area, Vavuniya around 5.30 in the evening. Four soldiers were reported injured in the attack. Heavy beatings to terrorists - Jaffna, at 3.45 p.m. on 3 Jan Troops launched an attack and destroyed three LTTE bunkers in the Killali Area, Jaffna on Thursday (03) around 3.45 in the evening. Terrorists communications intercepts revealed that the terrorists were searching for two members who had gone missing in the attack and that four were injured. No damage was reported to Troops. Troops at Uyilankulam seize computer accessories etc - Mannar, at 8.30 p.m. on 03 Jan Troops manning the Uyilankulam road block on Thursday (03) searched a vehicle No 60- 0590 and seized a haul of computer/accessories etc and arrested a suspect around 8.30 pm .The items seized are given below. Radiator 01 Key board 01 CPU 01 Iron rods 05 Roofing Sheets 02 Monitors 05 Laser printers 01 Bottles of ink 20 Lathe machines 03 Iron sheets 01 Meanwhile on Friday (04) at 2.00 in the afternoon Troops manning the road block at Uyilankulam arrested a suspect from Negombo area and seized from his possession three GPS. Mannar Police are conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 04 January 2008 Situation Report on 04 January 2008 Six LTTE terrorists killed and one injured - Mannar, at 8.30 a.m. on 4 Jan In Mullikulam, Mannar yesterday (04) around 8.30 a.m., three Tiger terrorists were reported killed in a confrontation with Troops. However, it is now confirmed that six tiger terrorists were killed and another was injured. According to terrorist communication intercepts it was revealed that among the six killed were two tiger terrorists identified as Kannan and Mavuweli. Five terrorists killed in clashes with security forces in Mannar & Weli oya - on 04th January 2008 at 8.30 a.m. In clashes between security forces & LTTE terrorists today (04) at 8.30 a.m. in the Mullikulam area, three terrorists were shot dead. In another incident in Welioya, Janakapura troops killed 2 terrorists today (04) around 9.30 a.m. In further development around Kokkutuduai area, Weli oya LTTE terrorists fired mortar rounds at troops today (04) around 9.00.a.m. in which two service personnel suffered minor injuries. Troops capture six Tiger bunkers with mil eqpts - Mannar at11.15 a.m. on 04 Jan The Army captured six tiger bunkers and a first aid centre for injured terrorists in Parappakandal area, Mannar on Friday (04) at 11.15 a.m. The items given below were recovered by Troops in a search operation conducted in the area. Claymore mines 01 (10Kg) Claymore more mines 01 (05Kg) Claymore mines 02 (2Kg) 60mm mortar bombs 01 Booby traps 02 Anti-personnel mines 24 Anti- tank mines 02 MPMG rounds 1000 Explosion in Potuvil - on 04th January 2008 around 2.55 p.m. Terrorists exploded a claymore mine targeting at Special Task Force (STF) of the Lahugala camp traveling by a jeep on duty between Hulannuge and 10 mile post today (04) around 2.55 p.m. An officer sustained minor injuries. STF personnel are conducting a search operation. On information from civilian Troops/STF recover huge cache of military hardware - Batticaloa, at 3 p.m. on 04 Jan On information provided by a civilian, a joint operation conducted by the Special Task Force (STF) and Troops on Friday (04) recovered from the Mudagala area in Thoppigala the under mentioned military hardware around 3.00 p.m. 82 mm Mortar 01 (with accessories) Claymore mines 01(20 kg) C4 explosives 04 Kg 40 mm grenade launcher rounds 11 MPMG rounds 2000 5.56 mm rounds 200 I- Comm radio set 02 LTTE uniform material (10 meters ) Calculators 04 A large stock of food and medicines Meanwhile on information received from a civilian the STF conducted a search operation in the Karadiyanaru area, Batticaloa yesterday (04) around 10.00 a.m. and recovered the items given below. Micro pistols 02 9 mm rounds 09 Two Tiger terrorists killed in Muhamalai - Jafna on 04 Jan Troops attacked a group of Tiger terrorists in the MUHAMALAI FDL's yesterday (04) around 5.10 p.m. Tiger terrorist communication intercepts confirm that two terrorists were killed in the attack. In a search operation conducted in the area around 7.30 p.m., Troops recovered a Claymore mine. Soldier killed and four injured in Welioya & Vavuniya on 04 Jan A soldier was killed and three others on duty were injured in Vavuniya on Friday (04). One soldier was killed by a booby trap explosion around 10.00 a.m. in Periyathampane area, Vavuniya. Meanwhile in Kurunchikulam area, Vavuniya two soldiers were injured by a land mine explosion around 10.55 a.m. In Kandperiyakulam, Vavuniya a soldier was injured in a land mine explosion around 12.10 p.m. In Kokkuthuduwai, Welioya, a land mine explosion injured a soldier around 12.15 p.m. 80 Anti- Personnel mines, 8 Mortar Bombs etc recovered by Troops - Vavuniya on 04 Jan Troops conducting search operations on Friday (04) in the Karanpukulam area, Vavuniya on Friday recovered the items given below. 60mm mortar bombs 08 Claymore mine 01 Anti- personnel mines 80 LTTE uniforms 04 Situation Report on 05 January 2008 Situation Report on 05 January 2008 Ten LTTE terrorists killed & six bunkers destroyed - Mannar, at 9 a.m. on 05 Jan Today (05) around 9.00 a.m. troops in Parappakandal area, killed ten LTTE terrorists & completely destroyed six LTTE bunkers. On continuing search operations, troops recovered three LTTE bodies, two T-56 assault rifles & over two hundred anti personnel mines. There were no causalities reported among troops. Explosives unearthed - Batticaloa, at 4.30 p.m. on 05 Jan Army troops who conducted a search operation were able to unearth a haul of explosives packed in plastic barrels at Meeyangolla, Baticaloa today (05) around 4.30 p.m. The items recovered are; Claymore mines 01 (8kg) Claymore mines19 (5 Kg) Shot gun cartridges 1012 Anti- personal mines 1057 Anti- personal mine fuses 805 Detonator cords 12m rolls 01 Safety fuses 8m rolls 17 Electronic detonators 511 M 16 ammunitions 3380 LTTE suffers setbacks in Nagarkovil & Muhamalai - Jaffna, on 05 Jan Troops attacked LTTE in Nagarkovil, killing 2 terrorists & destroying 2 bunkers today (5) at 5.05 a.m. Two soldiers were slightly injured. In another incident today (5) at 8.50 a.m in Muhamalai 4 LTTE terrorists were killed & 2 bunkers were destroyed by the troops. Two soldiers were reported injured. Meanwhile, on information received from civil sources, troops recovered the following items from an abandoned house today (05) Around 10 a.m. T-56 Assault rifle 1 Magazine 2 Hand grenade 2 Ten LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation - Mannar, on 05 Jan Today (05) morning Army troops killed eight LTTE terrorists & destroyed two LTTE bunkers in Adampan, Mannar. Meanwhile same time in the Adampan, Mannar today(05) morning area LTTE terrorists fired artillery by which the troops were forced to retaliate, two LTTE terrorists were killed & eight were injured in this exchange, intercepted radio transmissions revealed. Four soldiers sustained minor injuries. Situation Report on 04 January 2008 Situation Report on 06 January 2008 Situation Report on 07 January 2008 Situation Report on 07 January 2008 LTTE explodes claymore mine - Vavuniya on 07th January 2008 around 12.10 p.m. LTTE exploded a claymore mine in Madukanda, Vavuniya today (07) around 12.10 p.m. The claymore mine exploded in between two Police bunkers in Horawpathan - Vavuniya road. No damages were reported. Heavy Weapons & Explosives found - Batticaloa on 07th January 2008 at 12.45 p.m. Today (07) in a search operation by Army in Thoppigala, Mudagala at 12.45 p.m. Recovered the following items from the area. 120 mm Mortar 01 12.7mm Anti Aircraft Machine Gun 01 with 3 drums 60mm Mortar 01 81 mm Mortar bipod 01 MPMG tri pod 02 Anti - Personnel mines 450 TNT explosive slabs 11 (15kg each) Claymore mines 30 (2kg) C4 Explosives 3.5 kg Electronic Detonators 500 One LTTE terrorist killed - Vavuniya on 07th January 2008 One LTTE terrorist was killed during a confrontation in Navatkulam, Vavuniya today (07) at 8.00 a.m. In Janakapura Welioya one LTTE terrorist was killed in a confrontation with troops today (07) at around 10.00 a.m. On a search operation today (07) at about 2.30 a.m. in Shanthipuram area Mannar troops recovered 9 boxes of [C4] explosives containing 3.5 kg of explosives. Seven LTTE Terrorists Killed - Jaffna on 07th January 2008 at 6.15 a.m. Seven LTTE terrorists were killed and three LTTE bunkers were destroyed by troops today (07) at 6.15 a.m. in Muhamalai, Jaffna. Troops have also recovered following military items. T - 56 Assault rifle 01 Hand grenades 06 Hand grenade pouch 01 Situation Report on 08 January 2008 Situation Report on 08 January 2008 No injuries reported from bomb blast in front of Lake House in Colombo - at 7.50 hours on 08th January There were no injuries reported from the explosion that had taken place at Colombo Fort, in front of Lake House next to Regent Flats in a public phone booth today (08) at around 7:50 p.m. Two LTTE terrorist killed & two bunkers destroyed in Jaffna - at 1740 hours on 08th January Troops in a surprise move today (08) around 5.40 a.m. attacked & destroyed two LTTE terrorist bunkers in which two LTTE terrorists were confirmed killed during the confrontation. Troops suffered no casualties. Ten LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation in Vavuniya - at 1000 hours on 08th January In today's (08) confrontation with troops in Mullikulam around 10.00 a.m., troops killed six terrorists. No causalities were reported among troops in this incident. In another similar instance today (08) at around 1.00 p.m. in Periyatanpanne, fighting erupted between troops & LTTE terrorists, in which four terrorists were killed. Troops suffered no causalities. Minister killed in the explosion in Ja- Ela - at 1035 hours on 08th January Hon. Minister D.M. DASANAYAKA, Minister of Nation Building succumbed to the injuries sustained in a claymore mine explosion at Ja-Ela junction today (8) around 10.35 a.m. Ten injured civilians have been admitted to Ragama hospital. Air strike destroys a LTTE command post in Mannar - at 0930 hours on 08th January Air Force fighter Jets carried out air strikes on a LTTE command post in Palampiddi North of Mullikulam area around 9.20 a.m. today (08). Air Force confirms that the strike was a total success. Bunkers destroyed; military material found in Vavuniya/Mannar - at 1500 hours on 08th January Army troops captured 02 LTTE bunkers at Parappakandal in Mannar yesterday (7) around 3.00 p.m. and 70 Anti - personnel mines 30 Fuses of Anti-Personnel mine 01 Claymore mine 57 60mm Mortar bombs were recovered. Army troops destroyed 02 LTTE bunkers at Adampan in Mannar yesterday (07) around 10.20 am, causing heavy damages to terrorists. Two soldiers were injured in the melee. Thirty three Anti-Personnel mines were recovered by army troops at Karpittammodai in MANNAR yesterday (7) around 9.50 am. Army sources have confirmed that four terrorists were either killed or wounded in a confrontation with terrorists at Thalaivankulam in Mannar yesterday (07) around 3.40 pm. Yesterday (07) at Pullepanchiar in Vavuniya, army troops have recovered 10 Anti- personal mines around 10.30 am. A civilian killed in Batticaloa - at 2055 hours on 08th January A civilian, Nanadakumaran , aged 32 years, was shot dead by an unidentified armed group at Sandiveli in Batticaloa yesterday (07) around 8.55 p.m. He was a resident of Morakotanchena, Sandiveli area. Eravur Police are conducting inquiries. STF and troops recover T-56 rounds in Batticaloa - at 1430 hours on 07th January Troops and Special Task Force (STF) who conducted a search combined operation on Monday (07) around 2.30 p.m. recovered following items at Meeyangolle, Batticaloa. These items had been buried by the LTTE terrorists. The recovered items were; T-56 Ammunition 2000 Pen torch battery 212 Box of matches 30 Cans of Tined fish 625 Soap 80 Two LTTE terrorists killed in Jaffna - at 0105 hours on 08th January Yesterday (07) two LTTE terrorists were killed in South of A-9 road at Muhamalai in a confrontation with troops at 1.05 p.m. Meanwhile, in Muhamalai, Jaffna two LTTE terrorists were reported injured in a confrontation with troops yesterday (07) around 9.45 p.m. No damages to troops have been reported. Situation Report on 09 January 2008 Situation Report on 09 January 2008 Vakarai Police recovered large stock of explosives - Batticaloa, at 5.00 p.m. on 9 Jan On information received from a civilian, Vakarai Police recovered a large stock of explosives on Wednesday (09) at around 5.00 p.m. in Kaddimurichchi,Vakarai. Following explosives were recovered Anti-Personnel mines 711 Detonators 718 These explosives were found concealed, in a jungle area. Situation Report on 10 January 2008 Situation Report on 10 January 2008 Five LTTE terrorists killed & five bunkers destroyed by advancing troops - Jaffna on 10th January 2008 Today (10) at around 8.50a.m troops fired upon and killed a LTTE terrorist who was trying to make observations & penetrate the FDL in Muhamalai. Also in the day (10) at around 5.10a.m, advancing troops ahead of FDL Killali attacked & completely destroyed five LTTE terrorist bunkers in which ground troops confirmed heavy casualties to the LTTE terrorists. Meanwhile today (10) at around 1.40p.m in Killali troops advancing ahead of FDL'S detonated a claymore bomb targeting a LTTE Bunker, where two LTTE Terrorists were confirmed killed. Later in the day (10) at 5.10p.m, troops shot dead two LTTE terrorists who tried to penetrate FDL'S in the Nagarkovil area. Large haul of weapons recovered in Toppigala - On 10th January 2008 Troops on continuous search operations North West of Toppigala today (10) recovered sixty one SMG type weapons, which have been hidden in dense jungle by LTTE terrorists. Situation Report on 11 January 2008 Situation Report on 11 January 2008 Commandos in Pre-dawn Strike Kill Thirteen LTTE Terrorists - Mannar, at 5.30 a.m. on 11 Jan Today (11) at around 5.30a.m Sri Lanka Army Commandos attacked and killed 13 x LTTE terrorists in the Parappakandal area. According to intercepted radio communications 13 x LTTE terrorists were confirmed dead and three LTTE terrorists missing. Three bodies of LTTE terrorists & three T-56 assault riffles were also recovered from the area. The names of the dead LTTE Terrorists are as follows: Kamalini Elail Thirushvari Kamal Cougal Nalini Sudarshani Raja Anilila Kamalini Arichchi Hangani Two terrorists killed; two LTTE bunkers destroyed - Jaffna, at 5.30 a.m. on 11 Jan Two terrorists were killed and two bunkers were destroyed when Army troops attacked the terrorists at Muhamalai in Jaffna today (11) around 5.30 a.m. A soldier received minor injures. Two LTTE Terrorists killed - Welioya, at 10 a.m. on 11 Jan Today at around 10 a.m., in Athawatuna wewa area, troops attacked and killed two LTTE terrorists. There were no causalities reported among troops. Three LTTE Bodies Handed Over to LTTE - Vavuniya, at 11.30 a.m. on 11 Jan Last 7th January Three LTTE terrorists were killed due to a Navy attack in Kuchchaweli, Trincomalee. Today (11) at about 11.30 a.m. the ICRC has handed over the three bodies to LTTE from Omenthai. Air Strike Destroys a Sea Tiger Base - Nayaru, at 8.45 a.m. on 11 Jan Today (11) around 8.45 in the morning, the Sri Lanka Air force launched an air strike on a Sea tiger base in Alampil- Nayaru employing fighter jet aircraft. The Air force confirms that the strike was successful. Military Materials Found - Maligawatte, Colombo, at 2.30 p.m. on 11 Jan Acting on a tip-off, received by the Maligawatte Police station, a house belonging to a Muslim resident at second Maligakande Lane was searched by the Police today (11) at around 2.30 p.m. Following items were recovered from the house. .50 Rounds 20 T-56 Rounds 16 T-56 Magazine 01 Maligawatte Police are conducting further investigations. 10 terrorists killed & four bunkers destroyed - Mannar, at 5.30 a.m. on 11 Jan Army Commandos launched an attack and completely destroyed four LTTE bunkers in Parappakandal North, Mannar at 5.30 a.m. today (11). Ten terrorists were killed in the attack. Troops observed nine bodies on the ground and recovered three LTTE female bodies. Minor Bomb explosion in Colombo Fort Railway station - Colombo, Fort, at 7.35 p.m. on 11 Jan A minor bomb explosion took place inside the Fort Railway Station around 7.35 this evening (January 11). One person suffered minor injuries in the explosion and was admitted to the Colombo National Hospital. Hospital sources said that the injured is only suffering from a shock state caused by the explosion. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 12 January 2008 Five terrorists killed in Welioya & Vavuniya - at 1610 hours on 12th January In Welioya, a terrorist was killed when Troops retaliated in a confrontation with LTTE terrorists on Saturday (12) at 4.10 in the evening in Kokkuthuduwai, welioya. vDuring the confrontation a soldier was injured and another soldier was unable to rejoin his group at the end of the incident. Four terrorists were killed at Thalikulam, Vavuniya on Saturday (12) in a confrontation around 12.15 in the afternoon. A soldier was reported injured in the incident. Terrorist killed in Muhamalai in Jaffna - at 1600 hours on 12th January A LTTE terrorist was killed in confrontations between 4.00 a.m. and 9.00 am on Saturday (12) in Muhamalai area, Jaffna. Four anti - personnel mines were recovered in a search operation conducted after the incident and a soldier was reported injured. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 13 January 2008 Troops Find Anti Aircraft Ammo in Trincomalee - at 1115 hours on 13th January Troops conducted a search and clear operation in Periyaweli area Saturday (12) around 11.15 a.m. and recovered eighty four (84) Anti Aircraft ammunition and two T-56 magazines. Three terrorists killed in Vavuniya - at 1210 hours on 13th January Troops launched a small arms attack having observed a group of LTTE terrorists in Venkalaveddikulam, Vavuniya on Saturday (12) at 12.10 a.m. It is confirmed that according to LTTE communication intercepts a terrorist was reported killed in the attack. Monitored LTTE communication intercepts confirm that two LTE terrorists were killed on Saturday (12) in Ilamarunthankulam Area, Vavuniya at 11.30 a.m. in a small arms attack launched by Troops. Troops continue search operations Jaffna/Trincomalee/Mannar/Vavuniya/ Batticaloa - at 0830 hours on 13th January Troops recovered the items given below in a search operation conducted on Sunday (13) around 8.30 a.m. from the Arasady area, Jaffna. Claymore mines 01 Claymore mine stands 01 Remote control devices 01 On information from a civilian, Troops recovered from Omadiyamadu area, Battcialoa the items given below, on Sunday (13) at 6.30 p.m. Claymore mines 02 (7Kg each) T56 rifles 01 Magazines 01 Ammunition 30 Detonators 04 Wire rolls 02 (100 meters) 12 civilians surrender to the Sri Lanka Navy in Mannar - at 0715 hours on 13th January 12 Civilians aged between 12 to 63 who were residents of Poonkettuwan and Vattukotte areas surrendered to the Sri Lanka Navy at Kondampiddi area, MANNAR at 7.15 in the morning on Sunday (13). LTTE Sniper Gun Found in Vavuniya - at 0900 hours on 13th January Following Information, troops recovered one sniper gun belonging to LTTE with its magazine and nine live rounds from the general area of Sangaraapuram in Vavuniya yesterday morning (13) around 9.00 a.m. The weapon sniper, magazines and 9 sniper rounds were found in an abandoned. Four terrorists shot killed in Jaffna - at 0930 hours on 13th January Troops attacked and completely destroyed three LTTE terrorist bunkers and killed six terrorists ahead of the Nagarkovil, Killali and Muhamalai FDL's on Sunday (13) at 9.30 p.m. Two soldiers were reported injured in the attack. Meanwhile, Troops also confirm that a terrorist was killed at 7.20 in the morning when he had approached to reconnoitre the Killali FDL. Troops recover T56 rifles, ammunition and military items in Jaffna - at 1320 hours on 13th January In the very early hours of Sunday (13) around 1.20 a.m. in Columbuthurai area when Troops suggested to two LTTE terrorists to surrender , one of them committed suicide and the other had run away. He had escaped although he was injured when troops fired at him. In the search operation conducted by Troops to locate him, the items given below were recovered around 12.20 in the afternoon. T56 Assault rifles 01 I-Comm sets 01 Hand grenades 02 Ration packs 04 Magazines 04 Belts 01 Ammunition 120 Jungle knives 01 Pouches 01 Rechargeable batteries 12 Bags 02 Pen torch batteries 24 Mobile telephones 02 Raincoats 01 GPS instruments 01 Oil bottles 01 Army uniforms (jungle) 02 Soft drinks (bottles) 08 Army forage caps 02 Civil clothes Jungle caps 01 Bandages Situation Report on 14 January 2008 Situation Report on 14 January 2008 Twenty five civilians surrendered in Mannar - at 710 hours on 14th January Today (14) at 7.10 a.m. in Kondampiddi area 05 civilians were surrendered to the Sri Lankan Navy. These civilians have arrived from Kachchikuda by a boat. These 05 civilians are family members. 02 underage boys are also included to this group. Yesterday (13) in the same area 12 civilians have also surrendered to the Sri Lankan Navy. From these civilians 08 were men and 04 were women. In another situation in Pallimunei area, 08 civilians surrendered to the Navy. However these 25 civilians had escaped from the LTTE and surrendered to the Navy. These civilians have faced much violence and also they have been forced to join the LTTE. The LTTE terrorists have also badly treated the civilians. From this incident we can understand how the tigers are treating their own Tamil people in Sri Lanka. 07 LTTE bodies handed over to LTTE in Vavuniya - on 14th January The Army handed over 07 LTTE terrorists bodies to the LTTE through the ICRC at OMANTHAI today (14). LTTE Claymore mine explosion in Vavuniya - at 0945 hours on 14th January LTTE terrorists had set up a claymore mine targeting a civil van carrying explosive at Kondachchikuda, Madukanda around 9.45 a.m. Soldiers went along with the civilians to supervise their task. Two soldiers were killed and Three were injured while one civilian killed and another was reported injured in this explosion. Three LTTE terrorists killed and three bunkers destroyed in Jaffna - at 1730 hours on 13th January Three LTTE terrorists were killed and one LTTE bunker was destroyed in a confrontation took place in KILLALI, JAFFNA at around 10.45pm yesterday (13). Today (14) in NAGARKOVIL, JAFFNA at 5.30 a.m. two LTTE bunkers were destroyed in a confrontation. One soldier was reported injured in this incident Civilian provides information in Vavuniya - at 1300 hours on 14th January On information from a civilian, Troops recover the items given below from Cheddikulam area, Vavuniya on Sunday (13) at 1.00 p.m. Claymore mine stands 01 Remote control (claymore mine) 01 Troops unearth rifle/ammunition etc in Trincomalee - on 14th January Troops unearthed from a cemetery in Bharathapuram area, Trincomalee, the items given below on Sunday (13). T56 rifles 01 Magazines 01 Ammunition 27 Hand grenades 02 Situation Report on 16 January 2008 Situation Report on 16 January 2008 Death Toll from Today's Claymore attack on CTB Bus Rises to 26 - Buttala on 16th Jan 2008 Death toll from today's claymore explosion on CTB bus rises to twenty six dead & fifty injured, out of which twenty three were pronounced dead on the scene & two victims passed away after admission to Monaragala hospital, while another passed away on admission to Colombo General Hospital. As of now fifty injured are receiving treatment in the following hospitals: Monaragala Hospital 34 Badulla Hospital 05 Colombo Hospital 04 Buttala Hospital 06 Mahiyanganaya Hospital 01 LTTE terrorists brutally attack innocent farmers in Buttala; five killed, four injured - Monaragala on 16th Jan 2008 Today (16) morning, LTTE terrorists brutally attacked a group of innocent farmers working in a cultivation in the Dambeyaya area, Okkampitiya, Monaragala. In search operations, troops recovered another three dead bodies of farmers that were shot dead by the LTTE terrorists, bringing the death toll to five killed & four injured, including a civilian injured due to an anti-personnel mine explosion. Air Force accurately engages a munitions manufacturing & storage complex - Mulaithivu on 16th Jan 2008 at 2.30 p.m. Today (16) at 2.30 p.m, Air Force Fighter jets accurately engaged an LTTE terrorist munitions manufacturing & storage complex in Uddasarakattukulam south of Pudukudieruppu. Following the attack large explosions were observed in the complex as confirmed by the Air Force, who successfully executed the mission. LTTE area leader killed - Trincomalee on 16th Jan 2008 around 12.30 p.m. The LTTE leader in charge of southern area of Trincomalee, known a "Arichelvan" was shot dead by army troops conducting a search operation Pachchanoor in Trincomalee today (16) around 12.30 noon. A pistol was recovered. Claymore attack on Army vehicle - Buttala on 16th Jan 2008 around 9.55 a.m. A claymore bomb attack targeting an Army Unicorn vehicle took place this morning around 9.55 a.m. in Galge area on Buttala, Kataragama road. Three soldiers received minor injuries. Situation Report on 17 January 2008 Situation Report on 17 January 2008 Four terrorists killed by Troops - Jaffna / Welioya on 17 Jan Troops attacked three terrorist bunkers in Nagarkovil, Jaffna on Thursday (17) and a terrorist was reported killed. In Northwest Kiribbanwewa, Welioya yesterday (17), LTTE communication intercepts confirm that three terrorists were killed and another was injured when the Army targeted them with mortar fire. Three villagers shot by terrorists - Thanamalwila, at 10 a.m. on 17 Jan On Thursday (17) around 10 a group of villagers informed the Police that a group of armed terrorists were seen in the Kalavelgala, Mahawewa Area in Thanamalvila. The police had arrived at the scene. The LTTE had fired at the police and the civilians. Three villagers were reported killed and three others were reported injured in the incident. Two of the injured have been admitted to Hambantota hospital while the other was admitted to the hospital in Thanamalwila. The three bodies are also at the Thanamalwila hospital. Troops kill a Terrorist and recover combat equipments - Jaffna, at 11.45 a.m. on 17 Jan Troops on a search operation had retaliated when fired at by a LTTE terrorist from a concealed position in Irupalai, Jaffna on Thursday (17) around 11.45 in the morning. The terrorist was found dead after committing suicide by biting a cyanide capsule during a search operation which followed the incident. The items given below was also recovered. Claymore bomb 01 Hand grenade 01 T56 assault rifle 01 T56 magazine 01 T56 ammunition 70 Micro - pistol ammunition 25 Detonators 05 Belt order 01 398 anti-personnel mines & fuses /claymore mines recovered by Troops - Batticaloa, at 2.30 p.m. on 17 Jan The items given below were recovered in a search operation conducted by Troops in Miyangolla, Thoppigala, Batticaloa on Thursday (17) at 2.30 in the afternoon. Anti-personnel mines with fuses 398 Claymore mines 03 Situation Report on 18 January 2008 Situation Report on 18 January 2008 Weapons & Ammunition Recovered - Wattala, at 2.10 a.m. on 18 Jan On information received from civilian sources, Army today (18) at 2.10am recovered the following items from a lavatory of an abandoned house in Alakande Mawatha, Weliammuna area. .213 caliber pistol 01 Pistol magazines 02 Pistol rounds 08 SFG 87 type hand grenades 02 14 LTTE terrorists killed by an Army attack - Vavuniya, at 6.30 a.m. on 18 Jan Today (18) at 6.30 a.m. in Omanthai West, Marathamadu area four LTTE female cadres were reported killed and one LTTE Bunker was destroyed due to an attack on a LTTE bunker by the Army troops. Air Force accurately engaged LTTE military and Arms storage complex - Mullaithivu, at 10.45 a.m. on 18 Jan Air Force fighter jets successfully bombed LTTE military and Arms storage complex in Wallipuram, North of Pudukudirippu around 10.45 a.m. today (18). Based on ground intelligence after conducting Air reconnaissance this target was engaged. Pilots confirmed the mission executed successfully. Search operation are in progress. Five terrorists killed by Troops in confrontations - Vavuniya /Batticaloa at 4.20 p.m. on 18 Jan An LTTE terrorist was killed when Troops fired at a group of terrorist attempting to set up a claymore mines in Chenkaladi Area, Batticaloa in the early hours of today (18) around 3.55 a.m. Troops recovered the body, a claymore mine, and a detonator & wire roll from his possession. Meanwhile, four terrorists were killed in a confrontation in the Kurunchchikulam Area, Vavuniya on Thursday (18) around 4.20 p.m. Another body recovered - Hambegamuwa, on 18 Jan Another body was recovered from Hambegamuwa area Thanamalwila in a search operation conducted by the army troops today (18) bringing the total number of bodies recovered to seven. Two of the seven bodies found in the morning were identified as those of the Civil Defence Department. Total civilians killed in Thanamalwila incident increased to 10 numbers. Six bodies recovered - Moneragala on 18 Jan Six more bodies were recovered from Hambegamuwa Area, Thanamalwila in a search operation which was conducted this (18) morning. Three villagers were killed and three others were injured by the terrorists at Thanamalvila in an earlier incident on Thursday (17). Situation Report on 19 January 2008 Situation Report on 19 January 2008 2 LTTE Terrorists Killed in Welioya - On 19th January 2008 at 1.00 p.m. Today (19) at 1.00 p.m. in Kiriebbanwewa, Welioya area, 2 LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with army troops. No damage was reported to troops. Claymore mine and pistol found during search operation - Monaragala on 19th January 2008 Monaragala Police during a special search operation conducted today (January 19), evening at G-Lon estate in Maragalakanda, found a claymore mine, a pistol and few warlike items, defence sources report. According to Police sources, the items were found hidden in a rock cave in G-Lon estate. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 20 January 2008 LTTE Thenmarachchi area leader killed in Jaffna - at 1630 hours on 20th January The LTTE area leader of Thenmarachchi, Kengan was shot and killed by Army troops today (20) around 4.30 p.m. at Kaithadi North, Jaffna in retaliatory fire when troops conducting a search operation were attacked. Consequently, following arms and military equipment were recovered. Suicide Jacket - 01 T 56 weapon - 01 Pistol - 01 GPS - 01 Mobile Phone - 01 FM Radio - 01 and a stock of rounds. Four terrorists killed in confrontations in Mannar - at 0900 hours on 20th January Troops launched an attack and killed two terrorists in Madhu area, Mannar today (20) at 9.00 a.m. Meanwhile, two terrorists were also killed in a confrontation in the morning today (20) at 9.00 in Periyathampane area, Mannar. Troops destroy LTTE bunkers south of Adampan in Mannar - on 20th January Today (20) in the morning around 8.00 Troops attacked a line of LTTE terrorist bunkers 500 meters South of Adampan Tank, Mannar and completely destroying six(06) to eight(08) of them. Troops also recovered the bodies of two female terrorists and two T56 assault rifles during consolidation operations in the area. LTTE terrorist communication intercepts reveal that the terrorists have sustained heavy damage during the attacks. Special Police team recovers weapons and military hardware Moneragala A special Police team conducting a search operation in an estate known as GLON recovered weapons and military hardware as given below in an abandoned house. Micro pistols 01 Micro pistol magazines 03 Micro pistol ammunition 46 Claymore remote controlled 02 Batteries for Claymore mines 04 Claymore mine stands 03 Detonators 20 T56 ammunition 150 A special Police team has been launched in the area to search military hardware and explosives. Troops continue to engage in confrontations Jaffna/Vavuniya - at 0730 hours on 20th January A terrorist was killed in a confrontation with troops in Nagarkovil area, Jaffna on Saturday (19) at 7.25 in the evening. Two soldiers were reported injured in the confrontation in Nagarkovil area and a soldier was killed in Muhamalai. Meanwhile in the evening at 7.30, Artillery fire was directed at LTTE boats in Nagarkovil area. In Vavuniya on Saturday (19) at 7.00 p.m., three terrorists were killed in a confrontation with terrorists in the Mulllikulam area and two soldiers suffered injuries. According to ground Troops another four terrorists were either killed or injured also in a confrontation in theVilathikulam area at 9.55 in the night . 17 terrorists killed in Mannar / Vavuniya area - at 1730 hours on 20th January Three terrorists were killed in three separate confrontations in Vavuniya on Saturday (19). One terrorist was killed in a confrontation in Kallikulam area at 5.30 p.m. while two terrorists were killed in Karampekulam area at 5.30 and 7.40 in the evening. Eleven (11) terrorists were killed and 19 terrorists were injured in confrontations in MANNAR. Ten (10) of those killed and the 19 injured were during confrontation on Saturday (19) in CHEDDIKULAM area and the other was killed in PALLEKULI area at 2.50 in the afternoon. Nine terrorists killed in Mannar/Welioya/Batticaloa - at 1450 hours on 20th January LTTE communication intercepts confirm that five terrorist were killed by artillery in the Parappakandal area, Mannar during the period Friday (18) and Saturday (19). In confrontations with the terrorists in Janakapura area, Welioya, on Saturday (19), four terrorists were killed by Troops. A soldier was reported missing in the incident while another suffered injuries. During a separate confrontation in this area around 2.50 p.m. either 6 terrorists have been killed or injured. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 21 January 2008 Three Police personnel killed in LTTE attack- Thanamalwila - at 0745 hours on 21st January Three Police personnel a Sub- Inspector and two constables were shot dead by LTTE terrorists this evening (January 21) during a road picket at Aliwanguwa junction in Kithulkotte along the Thanamalwila- Monaragala road at 8.20.p.m, Thanamalwila Police said. According to latest reports, the bodies of the slain Police personnel were brought to the general Hospital at Thanamalwila, while security forces tightened security in the area. Four LTTE Terrorists Killed In Clashes with Troops in Vavuniya - at 1455 hours on 21st January Today (21), at around 2.55p.m in Vavuniya, Navitkullam area, troops clashed with LTTE terrorists and four terrorists were confirmed killed during pre-emptive strikes as confirmed by intercepted conversations by Army troops in the area. Meanwhile later in the day in Batticaloa, Chinkaladi area troops conducted search operations on information received from civilian sources and successfully recovered a 40mm Grenade launcher and a 40mm Grenade round, troops believe that these war items were hidden in location by LTTE terrorists to be used in terror operations in a later stage. Tamil Youth Shot Dead By LTTE Terrorists Inside Jaffna University Premises in Jaffna - at 1050 hours on 21st January LTTE Terrorists in a Cowardly move shot dead a Tamil youth inside the Jaffna university premises today (21) at around 10.50 a.m. According to eye witness reports the terrorists had arrived on a motor bike. University Register confirmed that the person shot dead was neither a student nor employee. Jaffna Police are conducting investigations. Weapons and Ammunition Recovered In Search Operations in Trincomalee Today (21) in search operations initiated by Civil Defence Force and Police personnel in the Serunuwara, Tanganagar area the following weapons & ammunition was found: T-56 Assault Riffle 01 T-56 Magazine 04 T-56 Ammunition rounds 57 Hand Grenades 11 Military Equipment recovered by troops in Jaffna - at 1030 hours on 21st January On information received from a civilian, troops recovered military equipments given below. These military equipments were recovered in Irupalai, Jaffna around 10.30 a.m. today (21). 40mm grenade launches - 01 40mm grenade launches rounds - 10 C4 Explosives - 2.5kg Micro pistols ammunition - 10 LTTE caps - 02 LTTE Pack - 01 Claymore mine found in Vavuniya - at 0830 hours on 21st January On information received from a civilian to the Vavuniya Police, 5 kg claymore mine was found near Wairapulyankulam Lake in Pandarikulem today (21) at 8.30 a.m. 50m wire and one detonator were also found due to the information. Two LTTE terrorists killed and one injured due to troops attack in Welioya - on 21st January Yesterday (20) in North of Janakapura area Army troops launched an attack on a LTTE tractor. Two LTTE terrorists were reported killed and one was injured due to this attack. One soldier was injured and one soldier was reported missing. 13 LTTE Terrorists killed in Mannar - at 1320 hours on 21st January Yesterday (20) at 1.20 p.m. army troops launched an attack on a LTTE Tractor at 5km south of Madu road. Four LTTE terrorists were reported killed. vIn the same area, troops launched an attack on another LTTE Tractor at 10.45 a.m. Two tiger terrorists were killed. Three LTTE terrorists were shot dead in a confrontation with troops at Maduwallama area. In Waittankulam, Adampan area around 4.30 p.m. troops launched an attack on a LTTE strong Point. Four LTTE terrorists were killed due to the attack. Three of the four dead bodies are reported as female carders. Six soldiers were injured due to this incident. 16 LTTE terrorists killed and line of LTTE bunkers destroyed in Vavuniya A total of 16 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and line of terrorists bunkers were destroyed during confrontations with troops yesterday (20). Yesterday (20) 7 LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation at Pullipankiyarkulem, Vavuniya area, around 2.35 p.m. 59 anti-personnel mines recovered /buker detstroyed & terrorist killed in Vavuniya - at 1615 hours on 21st January Three incidents were reported from Vilathikulam, Navathkulam and Periyapandivirichchan Areas in Vavuniya area on Sunday (20). 59 terrorist anti- personnel mines were recovered by Troops conducting search operations on Sunday (20) in Vilathikulam area. Two terrorists were killed by Troops in Navathkulam Area on Sunday (20) at 4.15 a terrorist bunker and a tent was destroyed by Troops while in Periyapandivirichchan area at 1.20 in the afternoon an attack launched by Troops killed or injured two terrorists and destroyed a terrorist bunker. 15 terrorists killed /30 injured and 24 bunkers destroyed by the Army in Jaffna - at 1430 hours on 21st January The Army launched an attack and completely destroyed 24 LTTE terrorist bunkers, killed 15 and injured 30 terrorists in the NAGARKOVIL area and A- 9 East / West road in Jaffna in the wee hours of the morning today (21) around 2.30 a.m. Four of the terrorist bunkers were destroyed in NAGARKOVIL, 12 bunkers on the A - 9 (East), 8 on the A- 9 (West). LTTE communication intercepts confirm that the injured terrorists were evacuated for medical attention. Meanwhile two soldiers were reported killed and nine injured when Troops launched the attack on the terrorist bunkers. Troops also recovered a 40mm Grenade launcher and a stock of military hardware from the area. Troops destroy terrorist bunker in Jaffna - at 1400 hours on 21st January Troops completely destroyed a terrorist bunker in an attack in Ponnar, Jaffna in the afternoon at 2.00 p.m. No damage was reported to the Army. Meanwhile, on Sunday (20) a soldier was injured in a terrorist mortar attack in Nagarkovil, Jaffna, at 10.00 a.m. while two soldiers were injured in Killali, Jaffna at 10.30 a.m. by a terrorist Improved Explosive Device during a search operation. Situation Report on 22 January 2008 Situation Report on 22 January 2008 Security tightened after Troops come under fire in Thanamalwila - at 1230 hours on 22nd January Troops conducting search operations today (22) in Sirinandapura area were fired upon by terrorists hiding in near by jungles at around 12.30p.m. Two troops who sustained minor injuries in this incident were sent to the Thanamalwila hospital where one was admitted for treatment and the other was released after treatment. Army troops in flash moves kill fifteen LTTE terrorists and destroy six terror bunkers in Mannar - on 22nd January Army troops stormed and destroyed four LTTE terrorist bunkers in Pallikulam and killed ten LTTE terrorists injuring scores as confirmed by troops in the area. Due to this surprise tactic of attack, troops did not sustain any injury. Meanwhile in the Parapakandal area today (22) at around 2.00p.m troops in continuing victories, attacked and destroyed two LTTE terrorist bunkers, killing five terrorists who were manning them. There were no injuries reported among Army troops. Troops recover a micro pistol with ammunition - on 22nd January On information received from a civilian, troops conducted a search operation in Rasa Vidiya, Jaffna at 11.00am today (22). Troops recovered a micro pistol and a magazine with 4 bullets in an abounded house. Sixteen terrorists killed in Vavuniya/Mannar/Welioya - on 21st January Sixteen LTTE terrorists were killed in several sporadic incidents in Vavuniya, Mannar and Welioya yesterday (21). Eleven terrorists were killed in sporadic encounters with army troops in Marakkayarkulam, Kallikulam and Vilathikulam in Vavuniya yesterday (21) a dead body of a terrorists and a T - 56 weapon were recovered in Mullikulam. A claymore bomb and a communication set were recovered in Marakkayarkulam. An LTTE bunker was destroyed and four tiger terrorists were injured in combat in Kallikulam. Two terrorists and a soldier were injured in a confrontation in Vilathikulam. Four terrorists were killed in sporadic encounters with Army troops in Parappakandal, Wedipathikulam and Adampan in Mannar yesterday (21). In a subsequent search operation in the area, Army troops were able to recover 04 anti - personal bombs, 04 hand grenades and 04 Improvised bombs (IED). In Welioya yet another terrorists identified as 'Kannan' was killed in combat in Kokkuthuduvai yesterday (21) around 3.45 p.m. A soldier also has died in the encounter. Confrontations in Jaffna, Vavuniya & Welioya - on 21st January The army has elicited that 6 LTTE terrorists may have been killed or injured in confrontations with troops around 3.45pm in Janakapura, Welioya area yesterday (21). In another situation, One soldier was reported injured in confrontations at Kokkuthuduwai, Welioya yesterday (21). Yesterday (21) at 11.30am in Killali area one soldier was killed due to confrontations with tiger terrorists. On a search operation troops recovered 18 Anti personal mines in Vilathikulem area Vavuniya 8kg Claymore mine recovered by Police - at 0730 hours on 22nd January Acting on a tip off by a civilian over the telephone KALPITIYA Police recovered a claymore mine weighing 7-8kg near a transformer behind the Police station today (22) at 7.30am. Situation Report on 23 January 2008 Situation Report on 23 January 2008 Nine LTTE bodies handed over through the International Red Cross in Vavuniya - on 23rd January Today (23), at around 11.25 a.m in Omanthai, Vavuniya the army handed over nine LTTE bodies to the LTTE through the International Red Cross. Among the dead were seven males and two females who were killed in confrontations with troops earlier. A family flees from uncleared area in Mannar - at 0730 hours on 23rd January A Tamil family father, mother and an infant residents of WELLANKULAM, uncleared area have sought refuge at the Navy detachment at PALLIMUNAI today (23) around 7.30 a.m. They had fled the Moondampiddi area in the night and reached PALLIMUNAI in a boat. Father is 31 years of age, mother 24 and the child 03. Father is a former reserve member of the LTTE. They had escaped due to harassment especially obstructions to their vocation fishing by the terrorists. They revealed that their neighbours too are forced to work for the LTTE. The male escapee further confessed that he had been forced to follow training since July 2007. He expresses his sadness about the four brothers and two sisters who had been left behind. Navy and government officers at Vellankulam, Pallimunai have provided security to the family and are looking after their welfare. Police are conducting inquires. Arms & ammunition found in Batticaloa - at 1650 hours on 22nd January Acting on a tip - off Batticaloa Police recovered following military material hidden in a thicket by the Hospital Road close to Sathurukondan Kondan colony yesterday (22) around 4.50 p.m. Live hand grenades - 01 Walkie - Talkie - 01 Batteries - 06 A haul of Arms & ammunition were recovered in a search operation conducted by army troops at Kannankuda, Batticaloa yesterday (22) around 6.30 p.m. T - 56 Weapon 01 T - 56 Magazines 04 T - 56 rounds 3,057 Webbing set 01 Anti - Personnel Mines 18 Anti - Personnel fuses 18 Terrorist killed in Vavuniya - at 0930 hours on 23rd January A terrorist was killed by Army troops when they retaliated a tiger terrorist attack at Nelukkulam in Vavuniya today (23) around 9.30 a.m. Troops were on road picket duty when they were attacked. A soldier was injured in the confrontation. Along with the dead body of the terrorist, a micro pistol and a suicide jacket were found. A terrorist killed in Jaffna - at 0820 hours on 22nd January A terrorist was killed in an encounter with Army troops in the FDL area, Muhamalai yesterday (22) around 8.20 a.m. In another encounter around 9.30 a.m. four terrorists were believed to have been killed or injured. vIn another encounter, two soldiers were injured at Muhamali yesterday (22) around 12.35 p.m. The injured have been admitted to Palaly hospital Confrontations in Vavuniya, Welioya & Mannar - at 1315 hours on January A terrorist was killed in an encounter with Army troops at Periyapandichchankulam, Vavuniya yesterday (22) around 1.55 p.m. Four soldiers were injured in an encounter with terrorists at Vilaththikulam, Vavuniya yesterday (22) between 8.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. A terrorist was injured in confrontation at Anandakulam, Welioya yesterday (22) around 10.45 a.m. A soldier died and eleven injured in a blast caused by booby traps and mortar fire by terrorists at Mannankulam and Parappakandal in Mannar yesterday (22). Situation Report on 24 January 2008 Situation Report on 24 January 2008 Navy recovers arms and ammunition - Trincomalee on 24th January 2008 Yesterday (24) night Navy conducted a serious of search operations in the jungle areas of Northern Perauru, from these operations the following arms and ammunition belonging to LTTE terrorists were recovered: The items recovered are as follows: RPG Bombs 53 T-56 Rounds 6000 T-56 Assault Riffle 02 Navy are conducting further search operations to flush out terrorists hiding in the jungles. Army troops kill five LTTE terrorists and recover war materials in search operations - Jaffna on 24th January 2008 Yesterday (24), at around 5.30 p.m. in Pandithirippu area Army troops conducting a series of search operations recovered the following items from an abandoned house: Hand Grenades 02 Micro Pistol 01 Magazines 03 Pistol Rounds 07 Meanwhile on another front yesterday (24), at around 7.05 p.m. in Muhamali Southern area, troops attacked and destroyed a LTTE terrorist bunker in which five LTTE terrorists were killed as confirmed by troops on the ground. Eight terrorists killed in Mannar area - Welioya on 24th January 2008 Two soldiers were injured in a confrontation at Kokkuthuduwai area, Weloya on Thursday (24) in the afternoon at 12.45. Six terrorists were killed in Mannar during confrontations on Thursday (24). Two of them were killed in Adankulam area, at 3.20 p.m. while around 3.45 p.m. another six terrorists were killed in the same area. A soldier was also reported injured in the incident. A terrorist body with a T56 assault rifle was recovered in a search operation conducted by Troops after a confrontation with LTTE terrorists on Wednesday (23) at Wilgamwehera area, Three terrorists killed and five killed or injured in confrontations - Mannar and Jaffna on 24th January 2008 The Army has continued to conduct search operations and engage the terrorists in the Jaffna and Vavuniya areas whenever they have been confronted by the LTTE terrorists. Five LTTE terrorists have been reported killed or injured in confrontations with Troops in Jaffna area on Thursday (24) while three terrorists have been killed in the Vavuniya area. In Marathamodai area in Omanthe, Vavuniya, at 1510 hrs two terrorists were killed in confrontations with Troops and another was killed around 11.00 in the morning in Kolamodai area, Vavuniya. However, on information received from a civilian, an unidentified body was recovered by Troops from Ganeshapuram area, Vavuniya on Wednesday (24) around 8.30 a.m. while a soldier was injured in a confrontation with terrorists around 9.00 in the morning at Thalaivankulam area, Vavuniya. Meanwhile, due to the heavy fighting being conducted and aggressive leadership, two soldiers were injured due to the explosion of a terrorist "booby" trap in the Muhmalai area, Jaffna at 9.00 in the morning. An officer and a soldier were also killed due to another explosion of a terrorist "booby trap around 2.55 in the afternoon yesterday (24). Group of youth hacked to death by LTTE terrorists - Kebithigollawa on 24th January 2008 Police have found several bodies of youth dumped in a swamp at Kiriketuwewa on the Horoupathana - Kebithigollawa road by suspected LTTE terrorists this evening, January 24. Police said the victims are believed to be a group of civilians who had gone searching for their cattle. The victims were apparently hacked to death, the sources added. Situation Report on 25 January 2008 Situation Report on 25 January 2008 One LTTE terrorist killed and war materials recovered in Jaffna and Batticaloa - On 25th January 2008 One LTTE terrorist was killed in a confrontation with the troops in Killali area Jaffna today (25) around 4.30 p.m. On civilian information troops recovered the following items in Vinayagapuram today (25) at 9.10am. Claymore mine - 01 Detonator - 01 50m Wire roll - 01 In another incident today (25) at 3.15a.m. in Miravodi area an unidentified group logged a hand grenade on to a house. Due to the incident damages have caused to the house. No one was injured in the incident. Meanwhile due to an anti personal mine explosion today (25) at around 7.45 a.m. in Janakapura area Welioya two soldiers were reported injured. One LTTE terrorist killed in confrontation - Jaffna On 25th January 2008 at 12.45 p.m. Today (25) at 12.45 p.m. one LTTE carder was killed by the Army troops during a confrontation in Nagarkovil, Jaffna. No damage was reported to the troops. Army Troops in reactive strike operations kill nine LTTE terrorists and destroy seven bunkers - Mannar On 25th January 2008 around 8.45 a.m. Army troops conducted reactive strike operations today (25), at around 8.45 a.m., in the Adampan, Karapthinmodi area. The attack completely destroyed seven LTTE bunkers killing nine LTTE cadres and injuring twelve, as confirmed by troops on the ground. Two Army soldiers also sustained minor injuries in this attack. Air Force jets pound terrorist transport base - Killinochchi On 25th January 2008 at 7.30 a.m. Air Force fighter jets pounded a LTTE terrorist transport base two km South - West of Depot Junction in Selvanagar , Killinochchi at 7.30 am today (25). Situation Report on 26 January 2008 Situation Report on 26 January 2008 Eleven terrorists killed - Vavuniya/Welioya on 26 Jan Six LTTE terrorists were killed and two injured when Army troops attacked to a LTTE tractor in Madu camp area, Vavuniya toady (26) around 3.00 p.m. Two terrorists were killed by Army troops when they spotted a foot movement of LTTE carders at Vilathikulam, Vavuniya today (26) around 2.30 p.m. Two terrorists were killed in a confrontation with army troops at Parayanalankulam Vavuniya today (26) morning. One tiger terrorist was killed in an confrontation with army troops at Kokkuthuduwai - North Welioya today (26) morning. Police recovered ammunition and war items - Anuradhapura, at 6.15 a.m. on 26 Jan Today (26) around 6.15 a.m. Police conducted a search operation in Aluthoya Junction, Horowpathana. As a result of the search operation Police recovered following ammunition and war items on a hidden grocery roof. 60 mm rounds 02 40 mm rounds 01 Non electric detonator 08 7m Safety cords The Horowpathana Police conducting Further investigations. Air Force fighter Jets Bombed a LTTE Sea tiger Head Quarters - Vavuniya at 1.05 p.m. on 26 Jan Today (26) around 1.05 p.m. Air Force Fighter Jets bombed a LTTE sea tiger Head Quarters in 800 m South of Kivelikulam area Puthukkudiyiruppu. The air strike was launched after information was received that a meeting of sea tiger leaders was being held at the location. Air force confirms that the strike was a total success. Police recovered Two suicide Jackets - Colombo, at 11 a.m. on 26 Jan Today (26) around 11.00 am a tip off from the civil security committee to a police post in Wolfandel, police recovered Two Suicide Jackets in a abandon toilet at Panaha Watta area Wolfandel Vidiya, Grandpass. The police conducting Further investigations. Four terrorists killed - Welioya, at 2.40 p.m. on 26 Jan A tiger terrorist was killed when Army troops attacked an LTTE bunker at Kiriibbanwewa, Welioya today (26) around 2.40 p.m. Two terrorists were killed and two injured when Army launched an Artillery attack after observing terrorists movement at Kiriibbanwewa, Welioya today (26) around 10.50 a.m. Army confirmed that one terrorist was injured when troops attacked an LTTE bunker at Kiriibbanwewa, Welioya today 926) around 3.25 p.m. A tiger terrorist was killed when army troops attacked terrorists after observing LTTE movements at Janakapura north Welioya today (26) around 2.50 p.m. Situation Report on 27 January 2008 Situation Report on 27 January 2008 Communication equipment and Explosives found - Mannar at 7 a.m. on 27 Jan Security Forces were able to apprehend following material that were to be transported to terrorists today (27) around 7.00 a.m. at Katupalliya, Mannar. A large stock of medicine A telephone (Aristel AV 20) Colour TV set 20" 01 CDMA telephone 01 (with the connection) Intercom (Telex) 01 Meanwhile 1.5 kg of explosives were recovered after a search operation conducted at Manirasakulam, Trincomalee today (27). Four Terrorists Killed - Jaffna, at 7.50 a.m. on 27 Jan Intercepted LTTE communication has revealed that three tiger terrorists were killed when Army troops launched artillery fire after observing their movements opposite the FDL at Muhamalai today (27) around 7.50 a.m. A soldier was injured. Meanwhile another terrorist was killed opposite the FDL at Muhamalai today (27) around 08.55 a.m. Three terrorists killed - Welioya, at 10.25 a.m. on 27 Jan Three terrorists wee killed in an encounter with Army troops at Kokkuthuduvai in Weli Oya today (27) around 10.25 a.m. A soldier was injured. Two civilians killed - Pothiwil, at 12.45 p.m. on 27 Jan Two civilians were shot dead by LTTE terrorists between Urani and Komari in Potuwil today (27) around 12.45 p.m. Potuwil Police are conducting inquires. Lorry with 39,000 packets of high protein food stooped at road block - Madawachchiya, at 9 a.m. on 26 Jan A truck belonging to the "Taico" Terminal Private Limited company transporting 39,000 packets of high protein "PB100 compact Fera Pheutical" food was stopped by the Medawachchiya road block around 9.00 in the night on Saturday (26). The consignment belonging to the World Food Program was being transported to Vavuniya Area when it was stopped at the road block. Medawachchiya Police are conducting investigations Situation Report on 28 January 2008 Situation Report on 28 January 2008 Police Recovers C-4 Explosive Hidden in Lorry - Vavuniya on 28th January 2008 A lorry from the Killinochi hospital en route to Colombo for gas purchases was stopped at one of the check points in Vavuniya. The vigilant Police officers searching the truck as standard procedure came across an unusual pair of slippers hidden in the "cabby hole" of the Lorry. The Police officers who were over come by extreme suspicion closely inspected the pair of slippers and found a fake sole in which 500 grams of C-4 explosive was concealed in slipper. The Police immediately arrested the lorry driver & two other hospital workers who were in the Lorry. Vavuniya Police are conducting further investigations. Fourteen LTTE terrorists killed and six bunkers captured by Army troops - Mannar on 28th January 2008 Today (28) around 1.15 a.m. in North of Pallikuli area Mannar Army troops captured 6 bunkers and killed 7 LTTE terrorists in confrontations. One soldier was reported killed and two sustained injuries. Meanwhile in South of Adampan, Mannar Army troops killed 05 LTTE cadres in confrontations today (28) at 4.45 a.m. In another situation, 2 LTTE terrorists were killed due to Army attacks in West of Adampan, Mannar around 1.30 p.m. today (28). Air Force Bomb an LTTE Artillery Gun Position - Pooneryn on 28th January 2008 Air Force fighter jets carried out Air strikes on an LTTE Artillery Gun Position at Kalmunai Point Pooneryn around 11.45am today(28). Air Force confirms that the strike was a total success. LTTE Fire Artillery - Jaffna on 28th January 2008 Today (28) morning in Palali, Jaffna LTTE terrorists have fired few Artillery on rounds. Army troops have also retaliated LTTE terrorists using Artillery. No damage was reported to troops. Situation Report on 01st February 2008 Situation Report on 01st February 2008 War materials and other items recovered by Army Troops and STF - Batticaloa On 01st February 2008 around 3.00 p.m. On a search operation conducted by Army troops, following war materials were recovered in Kiriyamadu area Jaffna yesterday (01) around 3.00pm. T- 56 Magazines 04 T- 56 rounds and pistol rounds Maps 05 In another search operation conducted by the troops following arms were recovered in Omadiyamadu yesterday (01) at 10.35 am. 40mm grenade Launcher 01 T- 56 Magazines 04 T- 56 rounds 60 LTTE Jungle kit 01 On information received from a civilian, Special Task Force (STF) conducted a search operation in Sathurukondan area around 12.45pm. STF recovered the following explosives and other items during the search operation. Two civilians killed by LTTE terrorists - Jaffna On 01st February 2008 around 10.00 a.m. Yesterday (01) in Kachchai area around 10.00am a 20 years old civilian was killed by the LTTE terrorists. Meanwhile yesterday (01) at 8.30 am another civilian was killed by the LTTE terrorists in Kodikamam area Jaffna. Nine LTTE carders surrender - Mannar On 01st February 2008 Nine LTTE cadres surrendered to the Security Forces at Murunkan road block. Eight of them surrendered today (01) between 9.30 a.m.-10.00 a.m. and the other yesterday (31) around 4.30 p.m.. The surrenders ages range from 61, 52,35,32,28,27,24,23 and 17. They led confessed they could no longer bear the harassments from the members of the organization. Some of them escaped via Yoda tank. War materials and other items recovered by troops - Vavuniya On 01st February 2008 around 11.00 a.m. Today (01) around 11.00 a.m, in Settikulam, East of Warikuttur, Army troops recovered the following war materials and other items in an abandoned well. T-56 Assault rifles 05 Magazines 06 5Kg of C4 high explosives 10M Detonator code Electric Detonator 16 Electric remote controller 01 T-56 Amour 150 Army Troops Inflict Heavy Casualties to LTTE Terrorists - Jaffna On 01st February 2008 around 5.45 a.m. Army troops launched a surprise attack today (1), at around 5.45a.m, in the Muhamalli, Nagarkovil, Killali area, completely destroying ten LTTE terrorist bunkers. In this surprise attack ten LTTE terrorists were killed and a large number injured. Two soldiers made the ultimate sacrifice, while six sustained injuries. Situation Report on 02nd February 2008 Situation Report on 02nd February 2008 19 terrorists killed/ explosives & mines etc recovered - Mannar on 02nd February 2008 Welioya : Five (05) LTTE terrorists were killed by the Army in two confrontations reported from Mannar on Saturday (02). Four of them were killed in fighting around Kirikulam area at 9.40 in the morning while another terrorist was killed by Troops in a confrontation in the Uyilankulam area at 8.20 am. 10 LTTE terrorists were reported either killed or injured in a confrontation with the Army at Parappakandal in the Mannar area in the afternoon at 12.10 . In the search operations conducted by Troops following the incident the items given below were recovered. Anti- personnel mines 109 Hand grenades 17 Claymore bombs 01( 10 Kg) Troops also successfully attacked and captured a LTTE bunker at Kallikulam in Vavuniya in the Kallikulam area, Vavuniya on Saturday (02) around 9.00 in the morning and recovered the items given below in the search operation conducted after the incident . Hand grenades 15 Anti- personnel mines 25 T56 ammunition 500. Two terrorists were injured in a confrontation with Troops in the Kokkuthuduwai area on Saturday(02) in the morning at 10.30 while two terrorists were killed during a confrontation in the same area around 11.00 am. Two soldiers were also reported injured. 20 terrorists killed in Vavuniya and one in the Mannar sector - on 02nd February 2008 Twenty LTTE terrorists were reported killed during fierce fighting with the Army in the Vavuniya area of operations on Saturday (02). One of the Twenty terrorists was killed in the Udhayanthankulam area and two other terrorists were also killed around the same time at 9.00 in the morning in the Pavathkulam area, while in another incident around the same time another four terrorists were killed at Periyapancdivirchchan area. Five more terrorists were reported killed in the Kallikulam area , Vavuniya early morning around 5.30 on the same day while a soldier was also injured . Eight terrorists were killed during a confrontation with Troops in the Vilayathikulam area, Vavuniya in the afternoon at 2.15 on Saturday. A terrorists was also killed by the Army in the Mannar sector during a confrontation in the Karampekulam area in the morning around 8.20. Meanwhile in the Killai area, Jaffna , two soldiers were injured due to an anti- personnel mine explosion at 10.30 Seven LTTE terrorists killed by Troops in Welioya - on 02nd February 2008 Seven (07) LTTE terrorists were confirmed killed by the Army in fierce confrontations on Saturday (02) in the Andankulam area of Welioya . Of the seven terrorists killed, two terrorists were killed in the morning at11.45, two terrorists were killed by Troops around 1210 and two terrorists were killed again at 12.45 in the afternoon. Another terrorist was killed at 1.10 pm. Six (06) terrorists were also either killed or injured in another confrontation in the Andankulam AREA around 1.35 in the afternoon. In the area around Ethawetunuwewa, Welioya, two soldiers were reported injured while two soldier was killed in action with terrorists in a confrontation with terrorists on Saturday (02) . War materials found in Wattala - on 02nd February 2008 On a tip off from a phone call, today (02) around 8.45a.m. Maboley, Wattala, Police recovered the following War Materials near a fish stall. Suicide Jackets 02 Timers 06 Remote controllers 01 9V batteries 08 Detonates 08 Boosters 02 Explosives 09kg One suspicion person was arrested by the civil Defence force. 18 Innocent civilians killed in bus blast - Dambulla on 02nd February 2008 The total killed in Dambulla explosion in the bus has now increased to 18 while 50 have been reported injured according to Dambulla Hospital authorities. The majority of those passengers in the ill-fretted bus were traveling to the city of Anuradapura to attend a religious function. Situation Report on 03rd February 2008 Situation Report on 03rd February 2008 11 civilians killed and 92 injured in LTTE bomb blast- Colombo on 03rd February 2008 at 2.10 p.m LTTE terrorists carried out cowardly bomb blast targeting innocent civilians at the Fort Railway station this afternoon (February 3). Eleven people have been killed and 92 others suffered injuries as a suspected LTTE suicide bomber blew herself up on the third platform of the railway station around 2.10 p.m, said the defence sources. According to the sources in the Colombo National Hospital, Eleven bodies are lying at the hospital and 92 are presently under going treatment at the hospital. 10 of the injured are in critical conditions while four of them have been already taken to the theatre for immediate surgeries, the sources added. According to the available information the explosion was carried out by a female suicide bomber who had get down from a train reached to the Fort railway station. Explosives found - Mannar on 03rd February 2008 at around 11.00 a.m. Acting on a tip off by a civilian, Army troops and Police conducted a search operation and unearthed a haul of explosives and other material buried in Periyanjulam island in Mannar today(03) around 11.00 a.m. The Items recovered are Suicide kits 03 Improvised Explosive devices 08 Circuit used to explode a bomb 01 Identity card 01 CDMA telephone 01 Hand grenade explodes inside Dehiwala Zoo premises - on 03rd February 2008 at 10.35 a.m. Seven people including two children received minor injuries and were rushed to the general hospital Kalubowila, when a hand grenade exploded inside the Dehiwala Zoo, today (February 3) at 10.35 a.m. Dehiwala police rushed to the scene and sealed the area, Police sources said. The Kalubowila Hospital sources when contacted said that, among the seven people admitted one person was suffering from the shock caused due to the explosion. A pregnant woman was also injured and admitted for treatment, the sources further said. Meanwhile, a person has revealed witnessing the explosion which as he said, occurred when some unknown individual threw an object into a litter bin, near the "Birds Paradise" at the zoo. Weapons and ammunition found - Trincomalee / Batticaloa, on 3 Feb At south of Kandalthadu area Trincomale, troops recovered one RPG round and one 60 mm mortar bomb. On a search operation today (3), troops recovered one T 56 assault riffle, four magazines and one pouches War materials and other items found - Mannar, at 5 p.m. on 3 Feb On 3rd Feb 2008, around 5.00 p.m., 21 IEDs were recovered in search operations in Parappakandal, Mannar. On a search operation in Mannar troops recovered forty Anti Personal mines and one booby trap. On civil information, troops recovered the following war materials in Mannar at 2.30 p.m. Mobile phone set to an IED 01 Claymore mines 06 Suicide kits 03 Improvised claymore mine 01 C4 Explosives 3kg 9V Battery 09 Meanwhile In a search operation in Palanthur area around 2.00 p.m. troops recovered 80 Liters of Patrol and two wire rolls. Troops conducted a search operation in Kathawalliya area. The following items were recovered due to the search operation. 4 L paint tins 28 Grinder machines 03 Solar penult 450 Cement bags 15 Gas cylinders 05 Situation Report on 04th February 2008 Situation Report on 04th February 2008 LTTE terrorists explode Electrical transformer - Mount Lavinia on 4 Feb LTTE terrorists with the intention of sabotaging the Independence Day celebrations this morning (February 4) exploded an electric transformer using an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) down the Wijesriwardana Mawatha in Mount Lavinia. A claymore mine explosion in Buttala - Monaragala, at 2.05 p.m. on 4 Feb One soldier was killed and three soldiers were reported injured due to a claymore mine explosion targeting an army truck in Galge area Buttala today (04) at 2.05 p.m. Claymore mine exploded - Welioya, at 3.40 p.m. on 04 Feb Today (04) around 3.40pm in Kobbekaduwa junction a claymore mine was exploded targeting a public bus belonging to the Sri Lanka transport Board. Due to this explosion 12 civilian were reported killed and 17 were reported injured. Further details follow on. Minor Explosion reported - Katubadda on 4 Feb A minor explosion has occurred at Dandeniya Watte in Katubadda this afternoon, said the defence sources (February 4). According to the police sources, there have been no casualties reported due to this incident. Situation Report on 06 February 2008 Situation Report on 06 February 2008 4 LTTE Terrorists Killed In Confrontations - Vavuniya / Batticaloa On 06th February 2008 Today (06) around 11.15am in Periyapandichurichchan area Vavuniya four LTTE terrorists were reported killed in confrontation with Army troops. Two soldiers were reported injured due to the confrontation. In another situation in Kalkuda area Baticaloa troops recovered 01 T 56 assault rifle while conducting a search operation today (06) around 12.50pm. Thirty LTTE bunkers destroyed, 12 terrorists killed - Jaffna On 06th February 2008 Thirty LTTE bunkers were completely destroyed this morning (06). When Army troops launched an attack between 5.50 a.m. and 6.30 a.m. Four LTTE bunkers in Nagarkovil ten in the North of A - 9 route, and 16 in Kilali were destroyed. Troops used T 55 tanks in the Nagarkovil attack. Twelve terrorists were killed and a large number were injured in the encounter. Five soldiers were injured. During Search operations, troops recovered a MPMG weapon, T 56 Weapon, 5 Magazines and some military equipment. Bomb found - Puttalam On 06th February 2008 around 10.00 p.m. Acting on information received on 119 Mundalama Police found a bomb weighing 02 kg near the Kataragama Kovil at Madurankuliya, Muhamale in Puttalam yesterday (05) around 10.00 p.m. Meanwhile, a transformer near the Church at Rajagadaluwa, Arachchikattuwa, Chilaw was exploded today (06) at 00.10 hours. Chilaw Police are making investigations to determine whether it was an act of sabotage or due to a technical fault. Three terrorists gunned down by army Snipers - Mannar On 06th February 2008 According the military sources, three LTTE terrorists were gunned down by army snipers deployed in Mannar defences today, February 06. Army snipers have gunned down two terrorists in two separate occasions around 7.55 a.m and 8.55 a.m in Parappakandal in Mannar, sources said. Another terrorist was killed by the snipers at Pallaikkulli in Mannar around 12.30 p.m, sources further added. Meanwhile, an army soldier received injuries in a confrontation took place at Parappakandal in Mannar around 6.35 a.m, sources confirmed. SLAF fighter jets attack LTTE gathering point - Kilinochchi On 06th February 2008 at 8.30 a.m. SLAF fighter jets raided an LTTE gathering point this morning (February 6) at 8.30 in Thiruwe Aru, 1km Northwest of Iranamdu Tank. According to Air Force sources, pilots launched precision attacks at the target. The aerial sorties were taken as information were received of a high profile LTTE gathering at the location, which was under constant surveillance of the security forces. LTTE are yet to reveal losses, the sources said. Civilian information avert tragedy - Mt. Lavania On 06th February 2008 Bomb disposal squads rushed towards Mt. Lavania this morning (February 6) on information received of a suspicious parcel left unattended close to the Mt.Lavania district court. Latest information received from Mt.Lavania Police said that, the parcel was found to be stuffed with clothes. Meanwhile, Mundalama Police acting on civilian information defused a bomb with the assistance of bomb disposal units, today at 1.a.m. The bomb was found attached to a transformer at the Madurankuliya town, a suburb of Puttalam, Police sources said. LTTE elements have intensified sabotage activities in southern areas targeting innocents and property to divert the intensifying military onslaught in North and Wanni at LTTE a strategy doomed to failure, a Police official said. Situation Report on 07 February 2008 Situation Report on 07 February 2008 Two LTTE terrorists Killed in Clash - Jaffna on 07th February 2008 around 12.30 p.m. Security forces launched an attack targeting an LTTE bunker close to the FDL in Killali today, February 07. In this incident, that took place at around 12.30 P.M, the LTTE bunker was completely destroyed killing two LTTE terrorists inside it. No injuries to troops were reported. Five Terrorists killed & six bunkers destroyed in Jaffna - on 07th February 2008 around 5.00 a.m. LTTE communication intercepts confirm that Five terrorists were killed and ten were injured when the Army launched a 30 minutes, well coordinated "lightning" attack on the Nagarkovil and Muhamalai FDL's this morning( 07) around 5.00 am destroying two LTTE terrorist bunkers in Muhamalai and four bunkers while attacking a Terrorist "strong point" in Nagarkovil. Two terrorists killed in a clash - Vavuniya on 07th February 2008 at 12.15 p.m. Security forces launched an attack targeting an LTTE bunker at Navathkulam in Vavuniya today, February 07. The incident took place at 12.15 p.m and the ground troops confirmed two LTTE terrorists were killed in this attack. Situation Report on 08 February 2008 Situation Report on 08 February 2008 Two terrorists killed - Vavuniya, on 8 Feb LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Troops in the Vilathikulam area, Vavuniya on Friday (08) around 2.10 in the afternoon while two soldiers were injured in the Periyapandivirchchan area. One of them was injured in a confrontation with terrorists around 12.05 in the afternoon while the other was injured due to terrorist mortar fire around 12.47 in the same area. In the Mullikulam area, Two soldiers were reported injured in a confrontation with terrorists on Friday (08) evening at 5.30. Three terrorists killed - Jaffna, on 8 Feb A LTTE terrorist was killed during an Army attack in Kathirathan, Jaffna in the afternoon on Friday (08) while two terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Troops in the Muhamalai area around 10.10 in the morning. Meanwhile a soldier was reported killed and two were injured due to the explosion of a LTTE terrorist "booby" trap in the Nagarkovil area, Jaffna yesterday (08) at 3.15 in the afternoon while a terrorist was killed in an Army attack in the same area around 6.30 on Friday (08) evening. One killed by unidentified armed group, at 8 p.m. on 8 Feb An unknown armed group had fired at a male and a female near St Lucia's Cathedral, Kotahena in the night around 8.00 yesterday (08). Veera Subramanium aged fifty five (55) was killed in the shooting while his wife who was injured been admitted to the Colombo National hospital. The Police are conducting investigations. Three terrorists killed - Welioya, on 8 Feb Two LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Troops on Friday (08) in the Kokkuthuduwai area, Welioya around 11.25 in the morning. Meanwhile another terrorist was killed and three soldiers were reported injured in the same area later around 11.45 in the morning. 11 terrorists killed - Vavuniya on 8 Feb Eleven (11) LTTE terrorists were killed in attacks launched by troops on Friday (08) in the Vavuniya area. Three of them were killed in the fighting at Periyapandichurchchan, two of them around 8.15 in the morning and the other at 11.00. Eight terrorists were also killed in the fighting in the Sinnapandichurchchan area at 10.25 a.m. Army Captures area South of Adampan Tank - Mannar, at 10 a.m. on 8 Feb Security Forces in an offensive operation captured the area South of Adampan tank today (8), at around 10.00a.m. In this operation twelve LTTE terrorists were killed and scores injured. Two soldiers made the ultimate sacrifice while five others sustained injuries. LTTE terrorists fire mortars at a village - Welioya, at 12.50 a.m. on on 8 Feb Today (8), at around 12.50 a.m. Cowardly LTTE terrorists fired mortars targeting the Sampathnuwara village. In this relentless attack, one civilian and a female Home guard suffered injuries. The injured have been admitted to the hospital for treatment. Defence forces have launched retaliatory attacks on LTTE terrorists motor positions. Situation Report on 09 February 2008 Situation Report on 09 February 2008 Eight terrorists killed - Mannar, on 9 Feb Eight LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations with the Army on Friday in the Mannar area. Three of the terrorists were killed in confrontations in the Sirikulam area, two around 12.10 in the afternoon while the other was killed at 6.05 in the evening. Three terrorists were killed in a confrontation at Nedunkandan area, at 2.00 in the afternoon another in the Kallikulam area. Meanwhile, a terrorist was killed in a confrontation in the morning around 11.00 at ADAMPAN area, while a soldier was reported injured yesterday (08) in another confrontation at 9.50 a.m. in the Karapiddanmodai area, Mannar. Terrorist killed - Batticaloa, at 5.10 a.m. on 9 Feb A terrorist killed in an ambush attack by the STF near the Kodamadu bund at Kalawanchikudi, Batticaloa today (09) around 5.10 a.m. Subsequently T-56 weapon, 04 magazines, 01 hand grenade along with the terrorist's dead body was found. Terrorist killed when Army attacked bunker - Jaffna, at 1.45 p.m. on 9 Feb A LTTE terrorist was killed when the Army attacked a bunker South of the A - 9 road in the Muhamalai area, Jaffna around 1.45 in the afternoon. Situation Report on 10 February 2008 Situation Report on 10 February 2008 One LTTE terrorist killed and a line of LTTE bunkers destroyed in Jaffna - On 10th February 2008 around 4.05 a.m. Yesterday (10) around 4.05am in Muhamalai area Jaffna troops attacked and destroyed a line of LTTE bunkers. Due to the attack one LTTE carder was killed and two soldiers were injured. Navy sailor averts terror bloodbath in Anuradhapura - On 10th February 2008 around 11.15 a.m. A Sri Lanka Navy Petty Officer while on leave has averted a bloodbath attempted by LTTE terrorists in the Anuradhapura town by defusing a bomb weighing 1.5kg this forenoon (February 10). The bomb has been located in the weekend fair in the Anuradhapura town around 11.15 a.m. According to the defence sources in the area, civilians shopping at the fair have detected a suspicious plastic can that is used to store engine oil placed near a fruit stall. The Petty Officer who has been alerted by the disturbance has volunteered to check the suspicious can, after make arrangements to inform the relevant authorities. Having identified that the can was a time bomb, the Petty Officer has informed the public to vacate the place immediately and engaged himself in diffusing the bomb, the sources added. The bomb has been made out of C-4 high explosives and large number of iron balls. Using his training, the Petty Officer has disconnected the timer from the detonator before the bomb disposal teams arrive, sources said. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 11 February 2008 14 year old student killed in LTTE attack at Akkaraipattu in Ampara - at 1150 hours on 11th February 14 year old Siththarasa Seetharan was killed when a group of LTTE cadres opened fire at a Special Task Force rider team at Nithyadi, Kolavil in Akkaraipattu around 11.50 a.m. today. Siththarasa Seetharan was year 10 student of the Vipulananda School at Akkaraipattu. The attack had also injured a constable of the STF rider team, the Special Task Force said. According to available information 3 out of an 8 man LTTE team had infiltrated the populated Nithyadi Kolavil area to carryout a small arms attack. The STF refrained from retaliating due to the presence of civilians in the area. The attackers had fled leaving behind two bicycles and a gunny bag used to conceal a weapon. Six LTTE terrorists killed in troops attack in Jaffna - at 0845 hours on 11th February Today (11) around 8.45 a.m. and 12.45 p.m. troops attacked LTTE terrorists in Muhamalai. Due to the attack six LTTE cadres were reported killed. Troops were reported unharmed. Six LTTE terrorists killed in confrontations in welioya - at 0910 hours on 11th February Yesterday (10) around 9.10am in Janakapura area one LTTE terrorist was killed in confrontation with troops. In the same area at 9.35am one LTTE terrorist was killed in confrontation. Meanwhile in the same area around 12.15 to 2.00 pm four LTTE terrorists were killed due to Army troop's attacks. One soldier was reported missing due to confrontations in Janakapura and the missing soldier's body was recovered in Janakapura area 11.30 a.m. yesterday (10). Explosives and weapons recovered in Batticaloa - on 10th February On a search operation conducted by Wakarai Police, recovered the following weapons and explosives yesterday (10). Anti personnel mines 100 T 56 rounds 3000 Rounds 40mm Grenade launcher 10 Jaffna: In another situation in JAFFNA around 4.00 p.m. Army troops recovered five Anti personnel mines. Mannar: Yesterday (10) around 12.30 p.m. in Adampan area 13 Hand grenades were recovered by the troops. The Hand grenades were disposed by the troops. Claymore explosions at Vavuniya and Mannar - at 0750 hours on 11th February Today (11) around 7.50 a.m. in Suduruwendrapilaw area one Police officer and a Police Constable was killed due to a claymore explosion which targeted a Police motor bicycle. Army conducting clearing operations in the area. Today (11) at 7.00 a.m. in North of MADU road Junction Sector 8, one Police officer was injured due to a claymore explosion whilst doing route clearing. Injured person was admitted to the hospital One LTTE terrorist killed and a line of LTTE bunkers destroyed in Jaffna - on 10th February Yesterday (10) around 4.05am in Muhamalai area Jaffna troops attacked and destroyed a line of LTTE bunkers. Due to the attack one LTTE carder was killed and two soldiers were injured. Navy sailor averts terror bloodbath in Anuradhapura - at 1115 hours on 10th February A Sri Lanka Navy Petty Officer while on leave has averted a bloodbath attempted by LTTE terrorists in the Anuradhapura town by defusing a bomb weighing 1.5kg this forenoon (February 10). The bomb has been located in the weekend fair in the Anuradhapura town around 11.15 a.m. According to the defence sources in the area, civilians shopping at the fair have detected a suspicious plastic can that is used to store engine oil placed near a fruit stall. The Petty Officer who has been alerted by the disturbance has volunteered to check the suspicious can, after make arrangements to inform the relevant authorities. Having identified that the can was a time bomb, the Petty Officer has informed the public to vacate the place immediately and engaged himself in diffusing the bomb, the sources added. The bomb has been made out of C-4 high explosives and large number of iron balls. Using his training, the Petty Officer has disconnected the timer from the detonator before the bomb disposal teams arrive, sources said. Situation Report on 12 February 2008 Situation Report on 12 February 2008 Six soldiers targeted while on voluntary work in Mannar - at 0900 hours on 12th February Six soldiers sacrificed their lives and ten (10) injured while cleaning the St. Sebastian church Talladi for the forthcoming feast when they were victims of an artillery fire by LTTE terrorists in MANNAR today (12). They had made a request made by Rev. Father Devaraja, Rev. Father Arun Raja, Rev. Father Nevin, Rev. Father Kulas and Rev. Brother Lexsfont. At around 12.00 p.m. yesterday (11) and the soldiers had complied with the request today (12) around 9.00 a.m. The church is located close by the Army camp, Mannar. This attack by the LTTE on the soldiers performing voluntary work related to a religious ceremony in a sacred place of worship is ample testimony to the scant respect by the LTTE for religion and religious activities. Bomb defused in Heenawewa - at 1000 hours on 12th February A pressure mine weighing 15 kg was detected by police at Heenwewa today(12) around 10 a.m. Eventually, it was defused by the Army Bomb Disposal Unit. Catholic church damaged in Mannar - at 0900 hours on 12th February Talladi Catholic Church was heavily damaged when terrorists launched an artillery fire at the Army troops today (12) around 9.00 a.m. Army troops retaliated targeting the LTTE artillery bases. Nine LTTE bunkers destroyed in Killaly - at 1750 hours on February Nine LTTE bunkers were completely destroyed in an attack by Army troops in Jaffna today (12). Around 5.00 a.m. four LTTE bunkers were destroyed in Killaly, causing heavy damages to the LTTE Around 5.30 a.m. three tiger bunkers were destroyed in Muhamalai south, one soldier was injured, causing heavy damages to the LTTE Around 5.50 a.m. in Muhamalai north, two LTTE bunkers were destroyed. Three terrorists were injured. Forty two terrorists killed in Mannar/Welioya /Vavuniya/Batticaloa - at 1545 hours on 13th February Forty two terrorists were killed yesterday in sporadic incidents in Mannar, Welioya & Vavuniya yesterday (11). Four terrorists were killed and 03 injured in four confrontations between Army troops and terrorists That took place in Sirikulam, Karampeikulam and Nadunkandal in Mannar yesterday (11) between 10.20 a.m. - 3.45 p.m. Troops were unharmed. Seven terrorists were killed by Army troops in 03 confrontations at Kokkukuthuduwai yesterday (11) between 7.55 a.m. - 10.00 a.m., and 12.00 p.m. Thirteen terrorists were killed and 21 injured in a confrontation at Anandakulam in Welioya yesterday (11) around 6.30 a.m. Army troops were able to destroy 12 bunkers. Ten soldiers died and 25 injured in the encounter. Army troops were able to take into custody a suspicious boat today (12) around 4.30 a.m. When troops were trying to search the boat, the persons on board had tried to escape. Then, troops attacked them, wounding one. One suspect was arrested. Following items were recovered. Lathe machine - 01 A large stock of CD These items are being transported to terrorist camps. Two terrorists were killed and four injured when Army troops launched an attack on terrorists at Mullikulama in Vavuniya yesterday (11) around 11.30 a.m. Subsequently following arms and military hardware were recovered. 60 mm mortar 01 T - 56 Weapon 01 I Com radio set 01 Claymore mines 03 Hand grenades 03 40 mm G/L cartriges 02 Situation Report on 13 February 2008 Situation Report on 13 February 2008 Navy rescues Three Tamil Nadu Fishermen in Distress in Sri Lankan Waters South of Thalaimannar - 0600 hours on 13th February Sri Lanka Navy rescued three Tamil Nadu fishermen, whose fishing trawler had washed ashore south of THALAIMANNAR, today (13th February 2008) around 6 a.m. They had left for fishing from MANDAPAM, which is located 15 nautical miles from Dhanushkodi, Tamil Nadu, India. The naval personnel of the Thalaimannar Naval Base, upon observing the ill-fated Indian trawler running aground, had rushed assistance to the Indian fishermen who had suffered multiple fractures and injuries due to the ordeal at sea. They were immediately taken to the sickbay of the naval base and were attended to by a naval doctor on duty. Having given them medical treatment, food and refreshment, the measures were taken with the assistance of the Thalaimannar Police to transfer the injured to the Mannar government hospital for further medical treatment. According to the injured Indian fishermen, five of them had left for fishing from MANDAPAM, which is located 15 nautical miles from Dhanushkodi, on board the fishing trawler, "Jehovah Jireh" bearing the number TN 10 MFB. Their engine had stalled in mid sea and their trawler had begun to drift. Attempts had been made by another Indian fishing trawler to rescue the ill-fated trawler. Having failed its rescue attempt, the Indian trawler, which had come to their assistance, had left them taking two of their fellow fishermen on board. The trawler's starboard side and its superstructure are badly damaged. The rescued Indian fishermen are Leon Martin (25) of Thangachchimadan, Rajnagar, Sunil Selvam (19) of Mandapam, Ramnadampuram and Udavar Nagaraja of No. 39, Mandapam, Ramnadanpuram. Fifteen LTTE terrorists killed and War Materials Recovered in Vavuniya - at 1110 hours on 13th February Today (13) around 11.10a.m in Parikariyakulam area twelve LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontation with Army Troops. A soldier was reported injured during the confrontation. In two separate incidents in Periyapandirichan at 8.50a.m and 11.45a.m a confrontation took place between army troops and LTTE terrorists, Two LTTE terrorists were killed in this confrontation. Meanwhile in Umayaratuwarankulam area one LTTE terrorist was reported killed in confrontations with troops around 12.45p.m today (13). In another incident today (13), in Udayanathankulam area three soldiers suffered injuries due to a trap explosion set by LTTE terrorists. On search operations carried out today (13) in Marathankulam area, around 12.05 p.m troops recovered the following war materials: Booby traps 10 Anti tank Mines 02 AP Mines 03 Explosives and War materials Recovered in Batticaloa - at 1540 hours on 13th February On information received, Army troops conducted a search operation in Werugal area Batticaloa around 3.40pm today (13). Due to the search operation troops recovered the following explosives. 10 kg claymore mine 01 81mm mortar bombs 04 60mm mortar bombs 01 Meanwhile in Sirutherkal area Batticaloa around 4.00pm today (13), troops conducted a search operation and recovered the following war materials. T 56 assault rifle 01 Magazines 04 T 56 rounds 320 Hand grenades 02 STF Recovers Large Haul of War Materials Kanchikuddichiaru - on 13th February STF recovered a large haul of arms and ammunition from a weapons storage facility during search operations conducted during the day (13) in the Kanchikuddichiaru area. The recovered items are as follows: Claymore Mines 04 (25 Kg each) Land Mines 03 (15 Kg each) T- 56 ammunition 99,000 (750 x 132 boxes) RPG Bombs 70 RPG Charger 75 Banglore Torpidos 17 MPMG Ammunition 900 MPMG Tri-Pod 01 Anti personnel Mines 259 Anti personnel Mine Fuse boxes 13 Electric Detonators 250 Non-Electric Detonators 400 Motor Cycles 08 Twenty four terrorists killed; 426 AP mines found in Jaffna/Vavuniya/Welioya Twenty four terrorists were killed in sporadic incidents in Jaffna, Vavuniya and Welioya yesterday (12). One terrorist was killed in confrontations with Army troops at Nagarkovil, yesterday (12) around 11.00 a.m. Meanwhile, 07 AP mines were recovered in a search operation at Muhamalai yesterday (12) around 3.00 p.m. Acting on information received from a civilian source following items were unearthed 04 maps, 01 pack and 01 pouch by army troops. Two terrorists were killed in confrontations with Army troops at Koilmode in Vavuniya yesterday 13 around 10.25 a.m. Subsequently, 119 AP mines were recovered in a search operation. Five terrorists were killed in confrontations at Umayarattuwarankulam, Vavuniya yesterday (12) around 9.35 a.m. at Mullikulam, Vavuniya three terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Army troops yesterday (12) around 11.45 a.m. while at Vilattkulam, 07 terrorists were killed around 2.05 p.m. Meanwhile two soldiers were injured at Mullikulam around 12.20 p.m. Around 9.35 a.m. the same day at Navathkulam two terrorists were killed in an encounter with Army troops. A terrorist was killed in confrontations with Army troops at Kokkuthuduwai, Welioya yesterday (12). While two were killed by troops in the same area around 12.15 p.m. four terrorists were killed in confrontations with Army troops at Andankulam, Welioya yesterday (12) around 1.00 p.m. while an LTTE bunker was captured at Poddukattamalai where 300 AP mines were recovered by troops. Situation Report on 14 February 2008 Situation Report on 14 February 2008 Two Terrorists Killed in Welioya - On 14th February 2008 around 05.25 a.m. Today (14), at around 05.25a.m, Army troops attacked and destroyed a LTTE bunker located North East of Janakapura. Two LTTE terrorists in the bunker were also killed in the attack. There were no causalities reported among troops. Sri Lanka Air Force Bombs LTTE Terror Base - Mullativu On 14th February 2008 Today (14), at around 10.30a.m, Sri Lanka Air force Fighter jets bombed a LTTE military base called "Raddha Base" located in Teravilkulam, North East of Vishvamadukulam, It is one of the major LTTE terrorist bases in the area. The air attack on the base was executed precisely using real time ground intelligence information, There fore the surprise attack left no time space for the LTTE terrorists to be prepared for any counter measures. Fighter pilots confirmed the target was accurately hit and destroyed. 8 Tamil civilians seek protection with security forces- Mannar On 14th February 2008 Eight Tamil civilians of three families from the non-liberated Illuppukaddaweli area, North of Veddithalathivu, sought protection with the security forces this morning (February 14) at the Navy-Police joint fishery marshalling point in Pallamunai, Mannar. According to Naval Spokesperson Commander D.K.P Dassanayake, the civilians belonged to three families who have fled the LTTE dominated territory in fear of forced conscription of their children. There were three children aged 16, 13 and 10 including a girl, the source said. "We have no food, sanitation or any facility to meet our basic needs. We have been denied of access to whatever available medical services in the area. This is how they take revenge from us for not giving away our children to the outfit (LTTE)" a father said, weeping as he embraced his 10 year old daughter. At least 13 terrorists killed in Mannar front - On 14th February 2008 Defeat now looms as a real possibility in Wanni to the LTTE as troops continue to advance deeper into LTTE dominated territory inflicting heavy losses to the terrorist outfit, military sources say. In todays (February 14) clashes between troops and LTTE ahead of terrorist defences at Mannar front at least 13 terrorists were killed and similar numbers injured, Wanni security sources reported. According to military reports received, SLA soldiers observing an LTTE tractor movement in general area Parappakandal pounded heavy artillery killing 8 terrorists, at around 8.40a.m. The LTTE losses were confirmed through intercepted LTTE communication, and it was revealed that over 25 terrorists were on the tractor during the attack. Situation Report on 15 February 2008 Situation Report on 15 February 2008 Four Tamil civilians seek refuge - Mannar, on 15 Feb Four Tamil civilians three of whom belonging to a single family sought refuge at the Navy - Police combined checked point at Pallimunai today (15) around 7.00 a.m. The family comprised father (65), mother (58), daughter (30) and a 22 year old youth in a neighboring house. Air Force jets pound Sea Tiger Training bases - Mullaitivu, at 8.30 a.m. on 15 Feb Air Force jet aircraft pounded a LTTE Sea Tiger terrorist training base in the Nayaru area, Mullaitivu and a Forward Operational Training Base in the Welioya area today (15) around 8.30 in the morning. The aircraft pilots who launched the attack confirmed that the air strikes successfully targeted targets resulting in severe damage to the terrorist training bases and facilities. 14 Tamil civilians surrender to Navy - Mannar, on 15 Feb Three families consisting of fourteen (14) Tamil Civilians which included ten (10) males and four (04) females from the Vellankulam area, Mannar who were forced to escape from the LTTE terrorists areas reported to the Sri Lanka Navy at Vankalaipadu on Tuesday (12) morning. They complained that they had left their homes as they lived in fear of the terrorists who made life miserable for them. Situation Report on 16 February 2008 Situation Report on 16 February 2008 Bomb and military material found - Puttlam, on 16 Feb Acting on information received from a civilian source, Mundalama police conducted a search operation in a coconut estate and recovered following items in a suspicious parcel hidden in a gunny bag. Claymore bomb (04 kg) 01 Para bombs 04 Water Filter 01 Explosives for rounds 100g Explosives 100g Air Force fighter jets pound at LTTE Ops coordinating centre - Mannar, at 1.30 p.m. on 16 Feb Air Force fighter jets successfully pounded air strikes on a clearly identified LTTE military base and operation coordinating centre in the South of Palampiddi today(16) around 1.30 p.m. This was located in the jungle and was a threat to the current Army operations in Vavuniya and Mannar districts. Army troops recovered military items in suspicious house - Chilaw, at 6.30 a.m. on 16 Feb On information received from a civilian a search operation was launched by the Army to investigate a suspicious house in the Pallama area, Chilaw, on Friday around 7.30 in the night. The items given below were recovered. T56 ammunition 45 Pistol rounds 02 False driving license 01 Identification cards 01 Army recovers military hardware in search operations - Vavuniya, at 2.30 p.m. on 15 Feb Three search operations were conducted by the Army on Friday (15) in the Vavuniya area. In a search operation conducted on Friday (15) the items given below were recovered from Taddankulam area , Vavuniya around 2.30 in the afternoon. Hand grenades 01 T 56 magazines 04 T 81 magazines 01 Belt order 02 Field dressing 04 Torches 01 Water cans (small) 02 Troops conducting a search operation in the Periyapandivirchchan area, recovered the items given below around 11.30 in the morning on Friday(15). 122 mm bombs (trap) 03 T 56 magazines 03 Helmets 01 Food items A T56 assault rifle was also recovered in a search operation conducted by troops in the Kallikulam area, Vavuniya on Friday around 7.25 in the morning. Police find parcel with ammunition etc - Panadura, at 4.30 p.m. on 15 Feb A Police foot patrol had observed a suspicious parcel near the budget shop, in Janapriya Mawatha, Panadura around 4.30 in the evening yesterday (15) and the Bandaragama Police had informed the army bomb disposal team. The under mentioned items were recovered from the parcel. T56 ammunition 300 Hand Grenades 01 Explosives 85 grams Police are conducting further investigations Situation Report on 17 February 2008 Situation Report on 17 February 2008 Police Recovered Military Items - Mannar, at 13.00 hrs on 17 Feb On information received from a civilian a search operation was conducted by in Mannar Police in Periyagrama area Mannar on Sunday (17) around 13.00 hrs and items given below were recovered. 30 Kg Claymore mine 01 05 kg Claymore mines 02 Suicide jacket 01 Hand grenades 03 Detonator 02 Detonating cord 02 Ft Claymore stands 03 Remote control device 01 Wire 18 m Bottle with cyanide liquid 01 Gas Cylinder 01 Pant bottles 02 6 V Battery 0 125 AP mines unearthed - Mannar, on 17 Feb Security forces personnel on clearing operation in south of Adampan area uncovered anti-personnel mines and a claymore mine this morning, February 17. According to the available information the search operation was launched at 10.30 a.m. and 125 anti-personnel mines and a claymore mine weighing 5 Kg were also among the recoveries. Bomb and military material found - Puttlam, on 17 Feb Acting on information received from a civilian source, Mundalama police conducted a search operation in a coconut estate and recovered following items in a suspicious parcel hidden in a gunny bag. Claymore bomb (04 kg) 01 Para bombs 04 Water Filter 01 Explosives for rounds 100g Explosives 100g Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 18 February 2008 Three soldiers injured - Vavuniya On 18th February 2008 around 6.30 p.m. Three soldiers were injured when the Unicorn vehicle in which they were traveling was hit by a pressure bomb in Mahakachchikodiya in Vavuniya yesterday (18) around 6.30 p.m. 600m of Bunker line captured by Army troops - Mannar On 18th February 2008 Today (18), at around 5.30a.m in the Parappakandal -Uilankulam-Anandkulam Road, troops attacked and captured an LTTE bunker line up to an extent of 600m with a strongly built soil bunt. Situation Report on 19 February 2008 Situation Report on 19 February 2008 Police kill two LTTE terrorists who tried to ambush them in Vavuniya -at 1015 hours on 19th February LTTE terrorists hiding on the Vavuniya-Mannar Rd, in the Nelukulam Sambalthotam area tried to ambush a group of police personnel on duty at 10.15a.m. Police officers fired back killing one LTTE terrorist, while the other accompanying LTTE terrorist fled and hid himself in a near by house, when police officers assisted by STF Personnel approached the hide out to arrest the terrorist he hurled around fifteen hand grenades at security personnel. Consequently around 13.30p.m, STF personnel retaliated killing the terrorist within the premises, Police and STF recovered a number of weapons and other items at the scene as follows: Micro Pistol 02 Micro Magazines 05 Cell Phone 02 Hand Grenades 02 (later defused by the STF) Name Tags 02 A Transformer blast in Mundalama in Puttalam - at 1430 hours 19th February A Transformer was blast in Mangala Eliya junction Mundalama today (19) at 02.30am. Due to the blast of the Transformer a power failure was reported in Sinthaniduwa area. Further investigations are conducting by the Mundalama Police. Three soldiers injured in Vavuniya - Vavuniya - 1830 hours on 18th February Three soldiers were injured when the Unicorn vehicle in which they were traveling was hit by a pressure bomb in Mahakachchikodiya in Vavuniya yesterday (18) around 6.30 p.m. Constable shot dead in Batticaloa - at 1800 hours on 19th February A Police constable Kandiah Dharmalingam (64749) attached to the Batticaloa S.P. Office was shot dead today (19) around 6.00 a.m. on Thalaiwar Road akkareipaththu. Akkareipattu Police are conducting inquires into the incident. Situation Report on 20 February 2008 Situation Report on 20 February 2008 Seven LTTE Bodies were Handed Over to LTTE through ICRC in Vavuniya - At 1400 hours on 20th February Today (20) around 2.00pm seven bodies of LTTE terrorists who were killed in confrontations were handed over to the LTTE through ICRC Thirteen LTTE Terrorists were Killed in Confrontations in Mannar - On 20th February Today (20) confrontations were taken place in West of Parapakandal area and North of Pallaikulai area between army troops and LTTE terrorists, due to the confrontations thirteen LTTE terrorists were reported kill and five were injured. Two soldiers were reported kill in the confrontations. Forty terrorists killed or wounded - At 1230 hours on 18th February It is believed that over 40 LTTE terrorists were killed or wounded in confrontation on Monday (18) in Mannar. Army troops captured a series of LTTE bunkers in Sirikulam in the North of Jiant's Tank, Mannar and consolidated their positions on Monday (18). Terrorists were engaged in an unsuccessful attempt to recapture the lost grounds yesterday from 12.30 p.m. to today 4.30 a.m. It has been confirmed that LTTE leaders, Swarnam and Luxman led the attack. but in the face of retaliation, the terrorists had to flee. It is believed over 40 terrorists were either killed or wounded in the confrontation. Five soldiers were injured in the melee. This is a yet another desperate attempt by fleeing terrorists to recapture the lost area that ended in utter failure. Three soldiers die in terrorist attack in Buttala - At 1100 hours on 20th February Three soldiers who were on route picket duties died when terrorists attacked them in near Galge on Buttala - Kataragama road today (20) around 11.00 a.m. In a confrontation terrorists have fled with their injured and the soldiers who rushed from the nearby Camp are pursuing them. 220 AP Mines found on a single day in Vavuniya, Mannar, Welioaya - on 20th February Army troops were able to recover a total of 220 anti personnel mines in Vavuniya, Mannar and Welioya yesterday (20). In Periyapandivirichchan, Vavuniya 120 bombs were recovered, 07 in Vechchamkulam, 50 in Adampan Mannar and 43 in Kokkuthuduwai,Welioya. Situation Report on 21 February 2008 Situation Report on 21 February 2008 Air Force destroys two LTTE artillery Centers - Mullative and Mannar on 21st February 2008 Today (21), at 12.00p.m and 1.00p.m in Mannar and Mullativue areas air force Fighter Jets carried out air strikes on LTTE artillery Gun position . These centers were used by the LTTE terrorists to fire artillery at troops on the Forward Defence Line. Air force confirms that the air strike was a total success. Navy's Mid-night Patrol apprehends a large consignment of Cement in Pallimunai - on 21st February 2008 Naval troops conducting a mid-night foot patrol, apprehended a large consignment of cement in the Katupalliya Beach area in Pallimunai, Mannar today (21st February 2008). The troops recovered 80 bags of cement hidden in the beach area. The bags, each bag containing 50 kilograms of cement, had been wrapped in polythene to make them waterproof. They had been set to be smuggled in to the un-liberated areas to be handed over to the LTTE. LTTE is known to pay large sums of money to the smugglers for much needed cement. These unscrupulous smugglers pay scant regard to the consequences of their acts in a bid to accrue money by hook or crook. LTTE, at present, is in desperate need of cement and building materials to put up fortifications and bunkers. The vigilance of the naval troops has been able to thwart many smuggling attempts by the terrorists and their cohorts. Situation Report on 22 February 2008 Situation Report on 22 February 2008 Six LTTE terrorists killed while trying to enter cleared areas - Janakapura, around 2.15 p.m. on 22 Feb A total of six LTTE terrorists were reported killed and war materials found in Janakapura/Welioya area today (22) around 2.15 p.m. during a confrontation. Army troops fired upon small groups of LTTE terrorists who tried to enter cleared areas. In search operations that followed six LTTE bodies were recovered along with the following war materials: MPMG Assault Riffle 01 T-56 Assault Riffles 05 Radio Communication sets 02 Air Force jets pounded a LTTE Sea Tiger base - Kilinochchi, around 8.15 a.m. on 22 Feb Sri Lanka Air Force jet aircrafts this morning (22) around 8.15 successfully targeted and destroyed a major LTTE Sea Tiger base located in an inland waterway about nine (09) km South of Devil's Point in the area Kiranchi, West of Kilinochchi on the North West coast of Sri Lanka. 20 Kg of C-4 explosives and 23 electric detonators etc recovered by Navy 22 Feb On information provided by a civilian, the Sri Lanka Navy recovered 20 Kg of C-4 high explosives packed in 1kg packets with 23 electric detonators and two belts which had been concealed underground in the Kerawalapitiya area, Wattala in a search operation on Thursday (21) in the night around 10.15 . Situation Report on 23 February 2008 Situation Report on 23 February 2008 Eight dead bodies found - Welioya, around 7 a.m. on 23 Feb Heavy damages were caused to LTTE terrorists when Army troops launched an attack on LTTE strong point in Welioya today (23) around 7.00 a.m. Eventually, eight dead bodies were recovered along with Following arms and materials. T56 weapons 08 Cyanide capsules 02 Communication set 01 Hand grenades 03 The dead bodies were brought to Padaviya hospital and arrangements have been made to hand over them to the ICRC eventually, according to hospitals sources. Ten (10) terrorists killed in Jaffna & Welioya - On 23 Feb An LTTE terrorist was killed when the Army attacked a bunker in the Muhamalai area, Jaffna in the afternoon around 3.30. A soldier was reported injured in the incident. Meanwhile, Nine terrorists were killed in the Welioya area on Friday (22). Five of the nine terrorists were killed when the Army attacked three terrorist bunkers in Janakapura area, Welioya on Friday (22) in the morning around 9.00 while another four terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Troops in the Andankulam area around 1.35 in the afternoon. A soldier was killed and another was reported injured in the first incident while another soldier was injured during the confrontation in the Andankulam area. 18 including infant injured in explosion - Mt.Lavinia, around 10.55 a.m. on 23 Feb A total of eighteen (18) were injured in an explosion inside a passenger bus opposite the supermarket along Galle road, Mt. Lavinia this morning (23) around 10.55. The injured included seven (07) females, ten (10) males and an eight (08) months old infant. According to the Director, Kalubowila Colombo south Teaching Hospital, no one was seriously injured due to the explosion . Air Force jet aircraft target terrorist camp - Oddusudan, around 6.35 a.m. on 23 Feb This morning (23) around 6.35 Sri Lanka Air Force jet aircraft targeted a terrorist military camp at North east of Oddusudan area. Pilots confirm the target was engaged successfully. Situation Report on 24 February 2008 Situation Report on 24 February 2008 Vital material found - Trincomalee, at 5 p.m. on 24 Nov Acting on a tip-off Serunuwara Police conducted a search operation and were able to recover following material buried in a jungle area in Kalladi in Serunuwara today (24) around 5 p.m. Suicide Jackets - 03 RPG Bombs - 02 Claymore Mine - 01 T - 56 rounds - 518 MPMG ammunition - 2103 9 mm rounds - 249 Det Cord Wire - 01 meter C- 4 Explosives - 5.5 Kg Mannar LTTE area leaders camp pounded by Air force jets - Mannar, on 24 Feb Air Force Jet Aircraft pounded the MANNAR area leader's camp today(24) located Five km North of Giant's Tank, in the Parappukkadantan area, Mannar around 9 in the morning. The Air Force confirms that the target was successfully engaged Two killed in Terrorist suicide attack - Batticaloa, on 24 Feb An LTTE suicide bomber on a Push Bicycle rammed two TMVP members riding a motor cycle on Saththi Ilam road, Ondachchimadam. All three were killed in the suicide attack. Meanwhile a women who was in the vicinity was also injured and admitted to hospital Four terrorists killed in confrontations - Welioya LTTE terrorists were killed in two confrontations in Adankulam area, Welioya on Saturday (23) . Two of hem were killed around 11.05 in the morning while another two were killed in a confrontation at 9.15 in the night on the same day. Three (03) soldiers were reported injured, two of them were injured in the first incident while the other was injured in the second incident due to the explosion of a terrorist 'booby' trap. Meanwhile a T56 assault rifle was recovered in Adankulam Area in a search operations conducted by Troops on Saturday (23) while on the same day 23 anti - personnel mines were also recovered in Kokuthuduwai. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 25 February 2008 Army troops recover large haul of war materials in Batticaloa - at 1430 hours on 25th February Army troops conducting search operations today (25), around 2.30p.m in the Tharavikulam area, recovered a large haul of arms and ammunition belonging to the LTTE terrorists. The recovered items are as follows: RPG launchers 03 SMGs 05 SLRs 01 .303 riffles 06 Repeater shot guns 05 40mm Grenade launcher 04 60mm Mortar bombs 02 T-56 Ammunitions 5000 RPG Bombs 25 Arul grenade Bombs 30 AP Mines 19 60mm Motor Bombs 15 RPG Training weapons 03 12.7 mm ammunitions Boxes 04 Pull switches 04 Radio sets 04 Seven LTTE terrorists killed as troops launch attack on LTTE strong point in Welioya - at 1530 hours on 25th February Today (25), around 3.30p.m in the North of Janakapura Army troops attacked and completely destroyed a LTTE strong point. In search operations that followed troops recovered seven LTTE terrorist bodies & seven T-56 assault riffles. A large number of LTTE terrorists were also injured while one soldier made the ultimate sacrifice while 3 soldiers sustained injuries. One LTTE terrorist killed in confrontation in Jaffna - at 0800 hours on 24th February One LTTE carder was killed in a confrontation with Army troops yesterday (24) around 8.00am in Nagakovil area Jaffna. Troops were reported unharmed. Twenty five LTTE terrorists killed in Mannar and Vavuniya - at 1830 hours on 24th February A total of Twenty Five LTTE terrorists and five soldiers were reported killed in confrontations yesterday (24) in Mannar and Vavuniya areas. Yesterday (24) around 6.30 a.m. in Mankedi area Mannar the Army destroyed three LTTE bunkers, and killed five LTTE terrorists. Three soldiers were injured in the incident. Meanwhile in Parappakandal troops destroyed six LTTE bunkers yesterday (24) around 7.30 a.m. Three LTTE carders were reported killed due to the attack. Three soldiers were killed and eleven soldiers were reported injured during the confrontation. In the same area six LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations with the Army yesterday (24) around 10.30 a.m. Due to the confrontation one soldier was killed and five were reported injured in Parappakandal - at 1335 hours on 24th February A confrontation took place in Parappakandal area between the Army LTTE terrorists yesterday (24) around 1.35 p.m. Eight LTTE terrorists were reported killed in this confrontation. One soldier was killed in the incident. In another situation in Thunnikdukulam area Vavuniya two LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations yesterday (24) around 7.55 a.m. One LTTE terrorist was also killed in a confrontation with troops yesterday (24) around 8.30 a.m. in Wellakkulam Vavuniya. War materials and other items recovered by troops in Batticaloa - at 1000 hours on 24th February On information received from a civilian, Army troops recovered the following items on yesterday (24) a round 10.00 a.m. T 56 weapon 01 Magazine 01 Ammunition 06 On a tip off from civilian, troops recovered a Hand Grenade concealed in a Toilet at Kanthalai Railway station yesterday (24) around 9.55 a.m. On a search operation conducted by Army troops, recovered the following items in Chawalkadu Mannar yesterday (24) at 12.55pm. 110L Diesel cane 02 60L Diesel cane 03 These Diesel canes were planed to take to the un-cleared areas. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 26 February 2008 Fourteen LTTE terrorists killed as military thrusts into northern fronts in Jaffna/Vavuniya/Mannar - On 26th February LTTE terrorists took another beating yesterday (25) in the Northern fronts as Army troops continued their humanitarian missions to liberate civilians from the LTTE terrorist clutches. In Koilmodae area at around 12.30 p.m., Army troops attacked and killed five LTTE terrorists. One soldier laid down his life and two were injured in this battle. Meanwhile in the Muhamalli area at around 12.30 p.m., Army troops launched a surprise attack in which three LTTE terrorists were killed. In another battle that erupted in Vavuniya, Udayanthankulam area Army troops attacked and killed six LTTE terrorists. In fighting reported in the VAVUNIYA, KARAMPAI area one soldier made the ultimate sacrifice and two soldiers were reported injured in the Vavuniya, Willayanthikulan area. Meanwhile troops conducting search operations in the Mannar, Chawalkadu area yesterday (25), at around 6.30 p.m., recovered 70liters of petrol hidden in a jungle path. The consignment of fuel was hidden with an intention to be sent to un-cleared areas. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 27 February 2008 Kiranchi controversy: facts and fallacy - On 25th February The air raid by Sri Lanka Air Force on Friday (February 22) at a terrorist camp in Kiranchi, West of Kilinochchi, has drawn considerable controversy. The knee-jerk reaction of the LTTE to this air raid was the release, through its propaganda mechanism, of some pictures showing the bodies of a few children and women, with the claim that nine civilians were killed and 14 others injured as the Sri Lanka Air Force had bombed a civilian settlement. With ample evidence that the LTTE is an exponent of false propaganda aimed at gaining sympathy of those who are not privy to the terrorists' cruel mindset and also at contriving carnage against civilians, defence.lk sought to refute these charges through defence intelligence services. Despite the fact that intelligence related to air raids are often classified as top secret, the intelligence sources divulged the following facts considering the exigency of the situation. According to the defence intelligence sources, Kiranchi has been a pivotal area for the sea borne operations of LTTE terrorists for many years. They have been using the area as a launching pad for its boat movements and also for unloading its supplies smuggled via sea. Having lost its floating armouries to the SLNavy recently, LTTE has been depending heavily on the North Western coast of the island for its supplies. This is mainly due to the fact that the narrow sea stretch between India and Sri Lanka and the presence of a large number of Indian fishing vessels in the Gulf of Mannar have made it extremely difficult to have a firm hold over clandestine sea movements in those areas. Against this backdrop, the "Kiranchi Sea Tiger Base " as the terrorists termed it, became one of the most important strategic locations for the terror outfit. Thus, it should be emphasized that defence intelligence has not identified the target haphazardly or without substantial grounds. According to Air Force sources, the Kiranchi base had been bombed 3 times in November 2006 and once again in April 2007. The air attacks caused the terrorists to shift its assets within a 1-2 km radius in the same area, from time to time, despite the heavy damages they suffered. Nevertheless, the outfit could not afford to leave Kiranchi for good, whatever the cost. Therefore, it can be reasonably assumed that the terrorists would go to any extent to keep the Air Force fighter planes away from the Kiranchi skies. Meanwhile, navy intelligence sources received credible information on the correct location to where the LTTE has shifted its camp facility following the successive air raids. The intelligence obtained through human intelligence sources were then verified through extensive analysis of satellite imagery by navy intelligence experts. According to the navy intelligence officials, the target was positively identified as a hiding place for LTTE logistics and attack craft, a training facility for female LTTE cadres and an area declared a no entry zone for civilians by the terrorists. Navy underscored that it was only after confirming these facts through multiple sources that the target was given to the Air Force. The Air Force, on the other hand, claimed that it could verify the same facts given by the Navy intelligence through extensive air surveillance. According to Air Force sources there was no possibility for civilians homes to be inside 2-3 Km radius from the targeted location. Moreover, Air Force confirmed that the target was hit with the maximum accuracy and as such the bombs could not have been dropped off the target. Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Navy yesterday (February 25) decided to release the latest intelligence reports that it received on the incident. According to the intelligence gathered from ground sources, Navy claimed that 10 LTTE cadres were killed and 9 others suffered injuries in the air raid. It has been further reported that the bombing had taken place to coincide with a training session for female LTTE cadres at the targeted location. Among the dead were self styled Lieutenant Colonel, Kalai Arasi, "Major" Thuwarika and "Lieutenant" Senthamarai, these sources said. "Lieutenant Colonel" Kalai Arasi, according to the Navy, was a senior instructor for female LTTE cadres and also the in-charge of an LTTE attack boat named "Surali". Also, there were 6 large LTTE craft and 3 small craft at the location at the time of the attack. Navy has received further information from an informant, who was engaged in fishing in the Walaikadu area at the time of the air raid, that he observed a huge explosion followed by large fire with black smoke that lasted for about 30 minutes. The informant has also said that the some of the fishermen who had been engaged in fishing in the area were summoned by the terrorists to assist them. According to the informant, those fishermen who had gone to the location have stated that the Air Force had bombed an LTTE camp in an area where no civilians were allowed to enter. Further, electronic warfare personnel of Navy on Saturday (February 23) recorded a radio conversation between two LTTE stations called KR and RM that station MR had been destroyed due to the air raid and the Mannar LTTE leader was planning to visit the area on Sunday. It was during the same radio conversation that one LTTE station issued instructions to the other that not even Red Cross personnel should be allowed to enter the targeted area until completion of the said leader's visit. Thus, the evidence suggests that the LTTE's claim that the Air Force had targeted a civilian settlement on Friday's air raid at Kiranchi lacks credibility. It is equally true that those children in the photos published by LTTE, if really they were killed in the air raid, were no terrorists. In that case, the problem lies as to how and why those children were brought to a terrorist camp that was located in such a remote area. When looking at the behaviour of pro-LTTE media in the South and the terrorists' attempt to massacre innocent civilians at Mount Lavinia on Saturday (February 22) , it is not difficult to understand that the terrorists at least had two things in their mind. One is to prevent air raids at their strategically vital camp facility and to create a suitable background to justify carrying out a yet another carnage of civilians. While expressing our condolence over the deaths of those innocent children, said to be killed in the air raid, we request our viewers to contemplate the evil mind set of a group of terrorists who try to protect themselves by putting their childrens' lives at stake. Also, it is important at this crucial moment to understand how cleverly the terrorists have been playing with our minds to realize their sinister goals. For instance, there exists a "Super Star" TV station in the South that always omits to mention the LTTE in its reportage of all civilian massacres carried out by the outfit, but always strives to manipulate peoples' emotions against the security forces for such attacks. However, the same TV station when reporting security forces' attacks at the terrorists faithfully supports the LTTE's falsehoods. Thus, it would not be wrong if one may argue that such propaganda elements of LTTE are subtly creating an indulgent mindset among the people and thereby conniving with the terrorists to target civilians in the South. The arrests that upset terror-supporting media - on 25th February A local TV station in its evening news telecast on Monday (February 25), reported that an unidentified gang that had come in a white van abducted a person named Muththusami Ilankoowan alias Sami at Pettah, Colombo on the same day evening. According to this TV station the person who was a holder of a Singaporean passport had been accommodated at a hotel on Kadireshan road before getting "disappeared". Media personnel of this TV station who seemed to have got the first hand information on this "disappearance", quickly inquired from the police media spokesman who was only able inform them what he knew at the time. Later, the police spokesperson informed relevant media station that the person that it was referring as disappeared was actually a suspect arrested by the police. However, the media station carried out the same story spinning it as an abduction that carried out by the government giving less prominence to the police spokesman's clarification. A senior intelligence official speaking exclusively to defence.lk said that Muththusami Ilankoowan is a number one LTTE terrorist who is suspected to have a hand in many civilian massacres carried out by LTTE in the south. Muttusami, is a Sri Lankan born Tamil, who has strong connection with terror chief V.Prbhakaran, and also with LTTE's international wing leaders such as Castro , Kumaran Padmanadan, David and Iyyanna. The suspect has his own shipping line by which he is said to be promoting cross border terrorists activities of LTTE as well as of other international terrorist organizations that work hand in hand with LTTE, the intelligence official said. As proof for his claim the intelligence official gave defence.lk few pictures of the suspect taken with the kingpins of the terror organizations. Speaking further the official revealed that the suspect had come to Sri Lanka last year to promote terror activities in the South. He said that the arrest of Muttusami is a great achievement, not only for Sri Lanka but also for other countries that fight against terrorism. Finally he said, that the irresponsible behaviour of the above mentioned TV station shows none other than its cooperation with the terror outfit that murder its own viewers. It should be noted that counter terrorist warfare is not the same as conventional warfare and therefore has its own methods of dealing with the enemy. For instance, the arrest of Muttusami though perfectly legal, it has been made in a swift manner than a normal arrest in order to prevent accomplices of the suspect getting alarmed. However all such measures taken by the security forces are aimed at saving the lives of civilians than anything else. On the other hand, it is natural for the terrorist accomplices to get disturbed on such arrests and to take whatever action to prevent them. Therefore, it is high time for all peace loving Sri Lankans to comprehend reality that what agitates those terror accomplices are actually attempts aimed at saving lives of innocent. Fifty bags of cement found in Mannar - at 1030 hours on 25th February Fifty bags of cement each weighing 50 kg were found by naval troops on foot patrol at Sirithoppu, Mannar on Monday (25) around 10.30 p.m. This stock of cement was hidden in a jungle to be transported to an un-cleared area. Thirteen terrorists killed in Jaffna/Mannar/Welioya/Vavuniya - at 1200 hours on 25th February Three terrorists were killed in confrontation in Muhamalai in Jaffna yesterday (26) around 12.00 noon and 5.00 p.m. Two soldiers died and two were wounded in the melee. Six terrorists were killed in confrontation that took place at Kallikulam in Vavuniya yesterday (26) throughout the day. Three terrorists were killed in confrontation at Parappakandal in Mannar yesterday (26) around 11.30 a.m. Consequently following material were recovered along with a dead body. T - 56 weapon - 01 Radio set - 01 One terrorist was killed in an encounter with Army troops at Kokkuthuduvai, Welioya yesterday (26) around 1.25 p.m. Two soldiers were wounded in the melee. Later a T - 56 weapon and a radio set were found. A dead body of a missing soldier was found by the Army troops who were conducting a search operation at Anandakulam, Welioya yesterday (26) between 9.00 a.m. - 10.00 p.m. Situation Report on 28 February 2008 Situation Report on 28 February 2008 Army kills Terrorist recovers Claymore mines etc - Mannar, at 12.20 a.m. on 28 Feb The Army attacked LTTE terrorists in the vicinity of Madhu Junction, Mannar just past midnight yesterday around 12.20 in the wee hours of yesterday (28) killing a terrorist in the encounter. Explosives devices as claymore mines, rifles etc recovered in the search operation are given below. Claymore mines 08 T56 Assault rifles 02 Magazines 02 Weapon (with silencer) 01 Police seize suspect with 08 Kg explosives - Kalpitiya, at 9 a.m. on 28 Feb Kalpitiya Police arrested a person in the morning identified as Arumugam Kanapathi yesterday(28) around 9.00 in from the area known as Narakkalliya in Kalpitiya along with the items given below which were concealed underground in a garden . C 4 Explosives 08 kg (07 parcels) Wire rolls 01 Batteries 05 (2 x 3V ; 3 x pen torch type) Army troops kill fourteen terrorists in swift attacks - Mannar on 28th February 2008 Army Troops engaged in operations in the Sinnaodaippu area North of Giant Tank launched a swift attack on LTTE terrorists today (28), at around 6.00 a.m. to secure a sluice gate, which is an important water flow control point. In this attack fourteen LTTE terrorists were killed and six T-56 assault riffles were recovered. Two soldiers were slightly injured in this attack. Sri Lanka Air Force pounds LTTE terrorist's artillery Commanding Center - Jaffna on 28th February 2008 Today (28), at around 11.10a.m, Sri Lanka Air Force jets bombed an LTTE artillery command centre and an underground bunker located in the Palai area, in Jaffna. This target was located at Kulampaikulama, 3Km South East of Palai. Fighter pilots have confirmed that a commanding center in this facility was completely destroyed. This facility was also heavily fortified and protected. Kalpitiya Police on information from civilian recover claymore mines & 07 hand grenades - Kalpitiya on 28th February 2008 Kalpitiya Police on information provided by a civilian recovered three Claymore mines weighting 30 kg, seven hand grenades and a remote control device concealed in a plastic barrel and hidden in a lagoon in Natchchikalliya area, Kalpitiya in the morning today (28) around 9.00. Details of the items recovered are given below. Claymore mines 01 (20 Kg) Claymore mines 02 (05 Kg each) Remote control devices 01 Hand grenades 07 Army attack kills five terrorists & destroys eight bunkers - Jaffna, on 28 Feb The Army supported by Tanks and Artillery launched a devastating surprise attack at the break of first light around 4.00 in the morning and completely destroyed eight LTTE terrorist bunkers in Muhamalai area , JAFFNA yesterday (28). Five terrorists were killed in the attack. Situation Report on 29 February 2008 Situation Report on 29 February 2008 Suicide attack inside house injures seven - Kotahena, around 6 a.m. on 29 Feb The Police reported that 7 persons including 4 civilians and three Police officers were injured and admitted to hospital when a suicide bomber triggered an explosion during a search operation which was being conducted in a house this (29) morning around 6.00 in the morning in Aluthmawatha Road, Modera, Kotahena, Colombo. During the search a pistol, a pistol magazine and five live rounds of ammunition were also recovered. A search operation is in progress in the area. Four terrorist killed - Mannar, at 9.15 a.m. on 29 Feb Two terrorists were killed in an attack launched by Troops in the Adampan area, Mannar on Friday (29) morning around 9.15. Meanwhile, a soldier engaged in operations succumbed to injuries while two others were injured due to the explosion of a 'booby' trap in the Komaddai area, Mannar on Friday (29) in the morning around 9.00. Two terrorists were also killed in the Manthai area, Mannar, in another confrontation around 1.15 in the afternoon on Friday (29). Police seize suicide kits - Modara, on 29 Feb On information received from a civilian, a special Police team recovered the items given below in a search operation conducted in the Modara area. Suicide kits 01 Suicide Belts 01 Claymore Bombs 06 Hand grenades 04 A large haul of war materials recovered by troops - Mannar, at 12.20 a.m. on 29 Feb Today (29) around 12.20 a.m. in Madu Junction area, Mannar troops recovered a large haul of war materials except early recoveries conducting a search operation after a confrontation with LTTE terrorists. The following war materials are, Hand grenades 03 Remote control 02 Receiving devices 02 Electrical detonators 09 Duracell battery 02 Detonator cord 25 m Camouflage detonator cord 01 Mobile phone 01 Plastic water cans 02 LTTE make claymore exploder 01 Flexible wire 100 m Maps 02 Rations Packets 29 Due to this incident troops found two LTTE terrorists bodies. One soldier was reported minor injuries due to the incident. Situation Report on 1 March 2008 Situation Report on 1 March 2008 Army recovers 180 anti-personnel mines - Welioya, around 12.35 p.m. on 1 Mar Four LTTE terrorists would have been killed or seriously injured during a confrontation with the Army on Friday (29) around 12.35 in the afternoon in Andankulam area, Welioya. The items given below were recovered by Troops in the search operation conducted after the incident. Anti - personnel mines 180 80mm mortar bombs 07 60mm mortar bombs 02 Terrorists flee abandoning Military equipments - Welioya, at 1.40 a.m. on 1 Mar The Army launched a quick attack having observed a group of around eight (08) to ten (10) LTTE terrorists during a search operation in the afternoon on Saturday (01) around 1.40 a.m. in a jungle area in the Kokkuthuduwai Area, Welioya. The terrorists fled from the area, leaving behind a large stock of food and medical items, and military equipment as given below. T56 Assault rifles 02 Hand grenades 04 Anti- personnel mine 01 GPS 01 Mobile phones 01 Maps 05 GPMG live rounds 640 Mobile phone SIM card 01 LTTE jungle uniforms Eight dead bodies handed over to ICRC - Vavuniya, around 2.30 p.m. on 1 Mar Eight dead bodies of LTTE cadres (seven males, one female) who were killed in several confrontations that took peace in Vavuniya and Welioya were handed over to ICRC today (March 01) Eventually ICRC took the bodies via the check point at Omanthai to be handed over to the LTTE around 2.30 p.m. Seven terrorists killed & 5 bunkers destroyed - Muhamalai on 1 Mar Seven terrorists were killed when the Army attacked a line of bunkers destroying five of them completely between 2.00 and in the afternoon and 6.00 in the evening on Friday(29) in Muhamalai, area, Jaffna. Timely action averts disaster - Puttlam, on 1 Mar In the Marawila Police area nearly five (05) km away from Marawila Town in the Puttalam area on the Puttalam - Chilaw road, a team of Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) technicians had visited the electricity transformer today (01) in the Mahawewa area this morning around 9.10 to check the Security Fence enclosing the transformer and also to conduct an inspection. Ten (10) terrorists killed - Vavuniya, on 1 Mar A total of ten (10) LTTE terrorists were killed in four engagements against the terrorists in the Vavuniya area on Saturday (01). Two were killed around 9.35 in the morning in the Navathkulam, three were killed in the Mullikulam area in the afternoon around 12.05 while a terrorist was killed in the Vilayathikulam area, in the morning around 7.48. Troops recovered a haul of live ammunition, a claymore mine, grenades and a large stock of food and essential items in the search operation conducted after the attack in the Vilayathikulam area. The items recovered are given below. Claymore mines 01 (7-5 Kg) T56 live ammunition 3000 rounds Hand grenades 15 Large stock of food and essential items The Army conducting operations on Saturday (01) to improve and consolidate positions in the Vilayathikulam area, Vavuniya around 2.30 in the afternoon, also recovered explosive detonating equipment, four anti- personnel mines and four hand grenades. Meanwhile, a soldier sustained injuries due to terrorist mortar fire during mid afternoon around 12.20 in the Periyapandivirichchan area, Vavuniya. Four LTTE terrorists were reported killed in the Kallikulam area, Vavuniya when the Army launched an attack on the LTTE terrorists in the evening around 5.35. Five terrorists killed in the Jaffna area - Jaffna, on 1 Mar Five LTTE terrorists have been reported killed during confrontations in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas, Jaffna on Saturday (01 March 2008). Four of the terrorists were killed by Troops in confrontations in the Muhamalai area. One of them was killed around by Troops in the morning around 7.50 while three others were killed in the evening at 4.20. A soldier was also reported killed in action in this incident. Meanwhile a LTTE terrorist was killed in the Nagarkovil FDL area, Jaffna during another confrontation with Troops in the evening at 5.12. However, a soldier was reported injured during an attack on the terrorists in the Killali area, Jaffna in the afternoon around 12.30. Situation Report on 2 Mar 2008 Situation Report on 2 Mar 2008 Claymore mine explosion - Vavuniya, at 4.45 p.m. on 2 Mar Ten persons were injured in claymore mine detonated by terrorists Sanasa junction Vavuniya today (02) around 4.45 p.m. among the injured were two Policemen and two members of the Civil Defence Force. Other six injured were civilians. The injured were admitted to the Vavuniya hospital. Yet another claymore mine explosion in Vavuniya : Six civilians also among the injured at 4.50 p.m. on 2 Mar LTTE terrorists continued their second claymore explosion for the day in Vavuniya, around 4.50 p.m. today (2nd March). The claymore bomb fixed push bicycle had been parked near wayside of a shop at "Sanasa Junction" in Wirapuliyankulam - Vavuniya. Six innocent civilians suffered injuries as a result of ruthless LTTE's claymore bomb explosion. Two Police and two Civil Defence Force members were also injured due to the incident. Situation Report on 3rd March 2008 Situation Report on 3rd March 2008 Fighter jets pound ltte communication base in Mullativu - at 1245 hours on 03rd March Today (3), at around 12.45p.m, Air Force fighter jets pounded LTTE communication base with transmitting tower located in Kulamurippu 6 Km North East of Oddusudan junction. Fighter pilots confirmed that the target was accurately hit and destroyed. 71 lives of foreign nationals rescued by the navy in Mullativu - at 0800 hours on 03rd March Sri Lanka Navy vessels rescued the lives of 71 persons on board vessel which was drifting East of Mulaithuvu today (03) around 8.00am. Yesterday (02) fishermen's had informed of the above suspicious vessel off Mulaithuvu coast to Naval authorities. Subsequently, the Navy sent 02 vessels to search the suspicious vessel. Investigation have reveled that this vessel had left Myanmar on February 09, carrying on board 67 Burmese nationals. In Bangladesh, 24 Bangladesh citizens had joined them. It was transpired that these persons were either heading for Malaysia or Thailand to seek employment. On February 20, the vessel had developed a mechanical defect and started drifting. Twenty passengers out of 91 had died on board due to lack of water and hunger, among the dead were 03 Bangladeshis and 17 Burmese. The Naval authorities have arranged to bring the craft to Trincomalee Harbor. Among the survivors, 50 persons are Burmese and 21 are Bangladeshis. Ten civilians surrendered to the Mannar police in Mannar - On 03rd March Yesterday (03) morning ten civilians have surrendered to the Arukkulampiddi, Police point. From the ten civilians who were surrendered five were males, three were females including one small girl age of 4months and one small boy age of 4 months. These civilians have spent Rs.1, 50000 to travel from Wedithalathieve area to Arukkulampiddi by a boat. Further investigations are conducting by the Mannar Police. One LTTE carder killed and war materials recovered by troops in Vavuniya - at 1100 hours on 02nd March Yesterday (02) around 11.00am in Warikottur area a confrontation took place while troops were on a foot patrol. One LTTE terrorist was killed due to the confrontation. After the confrontation troops conducted a search operation and recovered one LTTE carder body and the following war materials. T 56 Assault rifle 01 T 56 Magazine 04 T 56 rifle rounds 150 Hand grenades 03 Pack 03 Fuses 01 Detonator codes 01m Wire 100m Claymore devise 01 Dog tag 01 Troops reported unharmed in the incident. Twenty one LTTE terrorists killed in confrontations in Vaviniya and Welioya areas - on 02nd March Yesterday (02) around 1.00 p.m. in Kovilmadu area five LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations with troops. Meanwhile in Vilayathikulam area at 1.30pm three LTTE carders were killed in confrontations. In another situation in Kallikulam area around 4.40pm five LTTE terrorists were killed in troops attack. A confrontation took place in Kokkuthuduwai area Welioya yesterday (02) around 3.35 p.m. Due to troops attack eight LTTE terrorists were killed. Two soldiers were reported killed and ten sustained injured in this incident. After the confrontation troops conducted a search operation and recovered the following war materials. Anti personnel mines 130 IED 02 60mm Motor bombs 10 Claymore 02(2.5kg) 12.7mm ammo 10 C4 explosive cane 01 Medical items STF recovers war materials in Mannar - at 1100 hours on 02nd March Special Task Force (STF) conducted a search operation in Shanthimale area AMPARA and recovered the following weapons and explosives yesterday (02) around 11.00 a.m. 40mm Grenade launcher rounds 38 Hand grenades 04 MPMG rounds 1200 T 56 rifle rounds 2250 Situation Report on 04 March 2008 Situation Report on 04 March 2008 LTTE fortifications fall as troops advance: 3 bodies recovered- Mannar - On 04th March SLA troops attacked and overran five heavily fortified LTTE strong points in a fresh offensive advance this morning (March 4) at Munkilmurichchan, south of Adampan, Mannar. Troops surged into the non-liberated area ahead of LTTE defences at around 4a.m., security sources said. According to latest reports received through interpreted LTTE communication, 12 terrorists were believed killed and many wounded, ground sources said. Military sources citing ground troops further said that, many LTTE bodies were observed scattered in the area following the confrontation. Three LTTE bodies were also recovered during subsequent search operations conducted, sources said. A soldier has laid his life during the confrontation with LTTE, military sources report. According to military reports, troops are now consolidating defences in the newly captured LTTE bunker lines. Meantime, today (4) at around 6a.m., in general area south of Karukkakulama in Mannar, troops attacked and overran an LTTE 'cross loading point' forcing terrorists to retreat with heavy losses, security sources reveal. This was a well secured LTTE strong point mainly used to extort money from civilians proceeding through the Uyilankulama entry exit point, sources further said. Karukkakulama is located North East of Uyilankulama in Mannar district. Search operations are underway in the area. Troops continue surge into LTTE defences: 24 killed in clashes at Wanni and North - On 04th March At least 24 LTTE terrorists were killed and 5 wounded in SLA launched multi-prong offensives at LTTE positions in Wanni and Northern fronts yesterday (March 3). According to reports received from Muhamalai defences in Jaffna, two terrorists were killed in SLA sniper attacks, on Monday. Three terrorists were also reported wounded in SLA launched small arms and rocket propelled grenade attack at 12.40p.m., ahead of Muhamalai FDLs. Separately, in general area Nagarkovil two soldiers were wounded due to an AP mine explosion, security sources said. Meanwhile, 13 terrorists were killed and 2 wounded at the Vavuniya front when troops confronted with LTTE in Karampaikulama, Koillamoddai, Vilathikulama and Kaddukulama general areas, security sources said. Two soldiers were also wounded during the confrontations, sources added. In the Mannar front, at Chettikulama troops advanced and destroyed an LTTE bunker defence killing 5 terrorists yesterday at 5.p.m., military sources reported. According to reports, 2 SLA soldiers were also wounded and admitted to general hospital at Vavuniya. Meanwhile, 4 terrorists were reported killed sniped at separate locations ahead of LTTE defences at Manthottam, Ilantaivan and Manthai in Vavuniya, security sources said. Two soldiers also received injuries in an IED explosion in general area Adampan, according to military sources. In the Welioya front, 3 soldiers were wounded following a confrontation with LTTE terrorists ahead of general area Andankulama, at 10p.m. Meanwhile, Vakarai Police acting on civilian information recovered following items, on Sunday(02) at 1.15 p.m. T 56 weapons 02 Magazines 05 7.62 x 39 mm ammunitions 150 81 mm mortar rounds 09 T 82 mm mortar rounds 03 Fuses news.asp 03 LTTE underground artillery storage destroyed - Pooneryn at 1200 and 1425 hours on 04th March SLAF fighter jets launched two separate air sorties today(March 4) at an identified LTTE underground artillery storage North of Pooneryn in Kilinochchi district. According to MCNS officials, the precision air raids were carried-out at around 12p.m., and 2.25p.m respectively. The LTTE underground facility was located 1.5km North of Pooneryn, the sources further said.. Pilots have confirmed the target was destroyed successfully. LTTE bunker destroyed in SLA attack - Vavuniya - at 1430 hours on 04th March SLA troops destroyed a LTTE bunker defence today (March 4) during a confrontation with terrorists in general area Navathkulama, Vavuniya, at 2.30p.m. According to ground sources, no damages were caused to own troops. Situation Report on 06 March 2008 Situation Report on 06 March 2008 Wanni liberation operation continues inflicting heavy damages to LTTE - on 06th March 2008 The military reports received from the battlefronts in the North indicates that Sri Lanka security forces are moving towards LTTE territory further inflicting damages to the enemy in offensive military operation launched to liberate Wanni region from terrorists' hold yesterday, March 05. In Jaffna theatre of battle, snipers deployed at Muhamalai front gunned down two terrorists last afternoon, March 5. Meanwhile, two army personnel also received injuries due to an explosion of Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in general area Muhamalai in morning hours yesterday. In Wanni theatre of battle, clashes sparked between LTTE and troops in general areas Karappalikulam, Udayanatankulam, Venkalacchedkulam and Umayaratuwarankulam in the Vavuniya front, the military reports said. In a confrontation took place at Karappalikulam two LTTE terrorists were killed while two others received injuries. The clash erupted at 8.50 a.m and two security forces personnel also sustained injuries. In Udayanatankulam, troops launched an attack targeting a group of LTTE terrorists around 11.10 a.m and ground troops confirmed that 4 terrorists were killed in this attack. In the same area, 2 army soldiers received injuries due to an explosion of anti-personnel mine around 11.30 a.m on the same day. Two more LTTE cadres were gunned down by the snipers deployed in general area Venkalacchedkulam in two separate shooting incidents took place at 9.10 a.m and 3.15 p.m. In the same area, due to a confrontation took place around 10.35 a.m, 5 LTTE terrorists were killed. An army soldier also received injuries, reports further said. Troops ambushed an LTTE movement in general area Perayavalayankaddukulam killing 5 LTTE cadres. One soldier also received injuries in this incident took place at 11.10 a.m. In the same area, snipers targeted a terror group comprising three cadres around 4.30 p.m. In Umayaratuwarankulam, 6 LTTE cadres were killed when the troops launched a fresh attack targeting LTTE bunkers. Meanwhile, troops launched an attack observing a suspicious terror movement in general area Nochchikulam. The clash erupted at 7.55 p.m. the report said. A body of slain LTTE cadre and few other warlike items which were left away by the fleeing terrorists were found in a subsequent search operation conducted in the area. Following items were among the recoveries. a. 01 x Silva Compass. b. 01 x pressure mine. c. 03 x SFG hand grenades. d. 01 x magazine with 30 x ammunitions. e. 02 x cyanide capsules. f. 01 x belt order. g. Few warlike items In the Mannar front, army snipers deployed in Adampan, Mantota and Manikaittidal gunned down 6 LTTE cadres right throughout the day. In Mantota, troops attacked at terror bunker defences with artillery support around 7.30 a.m yesterday. By intercepting LTTE communication channel it is revealed that 5 terrorists were killed in this attack. One soldier made his supreme sacrifice while 3 others received injuries. Troops attacked LTTE bunkers in general area Manikaittidal and by intercepting terror communication, it is revealed 6 cadres were killed in this incident took place at 9.45 a.m. Meanwhile, on information received on civilian source, 3 cans containing 180L Diesel which believed to be sent to un-cleared area were uncovered by the troops in general area Chavalkadu last afternoon. In Weli-Oya front, 12 LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation took place at 10.20 a.m in general area Kokkutuduvai. In the same area, an LTTE cadre was killed when troops attack at terror bunker around 7.45 a.m. Two more terrorists were killed and another two received injuries due to same type of attack took place at 10.30 a.m in general area Kokkutuduvai. Three soldiers also received injuries due to this confrontation. Separately, Five more terrorists were killed by the troops in a confrontation took place around 6.25 p.m, the report stated. Troops ambushed an LTTE movement in general area Andankulam and ground troops confirmed 12 cadres were killed in this attack took place at 3.25 p.m. In a separate confrontation took place around 7.15 a.m in general area Kadduttaddamalai, troops confirmed 6 cadres were killed. A body of slain LTTE cadre was also uncovered by the troops later. One army soldier received injuries in a confrontation took place at 1.30 p.m in general area Janakapura. In Trincomalee, on information received from civilian, troops uncovered following item from general area Sivapuram last morning. a. 01 x claymore mine b. 06 x hand grenades c. 01 x LTTE modified pistol d. 80 x 7.62 x 39 mm ammunitions e. 04 x MPMG ammunitions TNA MP Sivanesan dies in a blast in LTTE dominated Wanni - On 06th March 2008 around 2 p.m. Pro LTTE media this evening (Mar 6) announced that Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian Kiddinan Sivanesan was killed in a bomb blast that said to have occurred in the Kanagarayankulama area. According to the media reports, the bomb explosion had occurred around 2.p.m. targeting the MP's vehicle that had been travelling on the Mankulam - Mallavi road. Meanwhile, pro LTTE media made their usual claim that the Army Deep Penetration Unit (DPU) is responsible for the bomb blast. Defence.lk when referred the matter to a senior defence official, was told that no military operation is presently being conducted in the area. Now entire Parappakandal with the Troops - Mannar on 06th March 2008 Parappakandal, one of the major town suburb to the north of Uyilankulam was completely brought under the troops this morning (6), giving another severe setback and humiliation to the Tiger terrorists who had kept the whole area under siege. Troops earlier had the control over south of Parappakandal for a long time but the north of Parappakandal and its surrounding areas were infested with Tiger terrorists who have been resisting fiercely the forward march of the troops for some months. Today's capture of the whole of Parappakandal marks a turning point since the area has been of strategic importance to the troops. Troops are consolidating their position. Casualties are yet to be reported. Situation Report on 07 March 2008 Situation Report on 07 March 2008 Arms and ammunition found - Mannar on 7 Mar Acting on information received by the Navy, arms and ammunition were recovered buried in the garden of an abandoned home in Koddiweeli area in Mannar in the wee hours of today (07) .The items are as follows. T 56 Weapon 01 Magazine 01 Ammunition 42 Hand Grenades 02 Electronic Detonators 05 Non Electronic Detonators 05 Three terrorists killed - Jaffna, on 3 Mar Three (03) terrorists were killed in a confrontation in the Nagarkovil and Killali area, JAFFNA on Thursday (06) in the evening around 5.30 while a soldier was injured in another confrontation in the morning around 9.00. 16 terrorists killed in confrontation - Welioya on 6 Mar Twelve (12) terrorists were killed on Thursday (06) when Troops launched a fierce attack and completely destroyed a LTTE strong point. Two (02) soldiers were killed in action and another ten (10) were reported injured in the attack. Meanwhile, four (04) terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Troops in the Andankulam area, Welioya in the morning around 7.50 on Thursday. Two (02) soldiers were killed in action and two (02) others were reported injured in the attack while three soldiers were injured during a confrontation around 4.10 in the evening on Thursday (06) in the Thadduthadamalai area, Welioya. Police recover 55 mortar bombs on information from civilian - Polonnaruwa, aT 3 around 3 p.m. on 6 Mar A search operation conducted by the Welikande Police on information, recovered a stock of fifty five 60mm mortar bombs. Which had been concealed in a plastic barrel and buried underground in the jungle in the Karuwapodi area, Welikande on Thursday (06) around 3.00 p.m. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 08 March 2008 Timely detection foils LTTE explosion in Batticaloa - at 1100 hours on 08th March One more disaster planned by the LTTE was averted due to timely detection of a claymore mine laid by the terrorists in the general area of Pavakkoddichenai, Batticaloa Saturday (08) morning around 11.00 a.m.. The claymore mine had been laid beside the road, probably waiting for an anticipated target, when Special Task Force (STF) personnel patrolling the area recovered it. Flexible wire and one 9-V battery were also found during subsequent search operations in the vicinity. Heavy damages to the LTTE in Mannar - On 08th March Ten LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontation in MANTAI North. Mannar to day (08) at noon . The Army troops launched attacks destroying LTTE bunkers using armoured tanks The Air Force assisted them by air strike using MI 24 fighter helicopters planes Intercepted LTTE communication revealed that air strikes caused heavy damages to the LTTE, wounding a large number of their carders and killing ten Two soldiers died and four injured in the melee. Dead bodies handed over to LTTE in Vavuniya - at 1445 hours on 08th March Arrangements have been made to hand over to LTTE thought the ICRC the dead bodies of two LTTE terrorists killed in confrontations in VAVUNIYA and Welioya today (08) around 2.45 p.m. LTTE terrorists target Army tractor with claymore mine in Buttala LTTE terrorists targeted an Army tractor with a claymore mine attack in the jungle area, on the Old Buttala road, today (08) in the morning around 9.30 . Three soldiers were injured and admitted to hambantota hospital. It is reported that one soldier has succumbed to his injuries. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 09 March 2008 Army victory in Mannar - on 09th March The Army troops who engaged the tiger terrorists since this morning (09) captured Manthe West with the Pradeseeya Saba Building. Further troops captured a part of the road leading from Manthe to Adampan, Damages caused have not been confirmed. Meanwhile 29 civilians belonging to 8 families escaped from (Mallavi and Killinochchi )uncleared area. They were settled in welfare camps by army troops and civilians in NAWATTAN , MANNAR area. The trend of civilian escapes from the tiger clutches clearly indicate the desire of the civilian population to live in a peaceful and a safe environment. Ten terrorists killed in Vavuniya - at 1115 hours on 08th March Three of the Ten terrorists killed in the Vavuniya area were killed during confrontations with Troops in the Karampekulam area on Saturday (08). A soldier was also injured in a confrontation with LTTE terrorists on Saturday (08) in the morning around 11.15 in the Karampekulam area , Vavuniya while another soldier was also reported injured in the same area around 4.40 in the evening. Two terrorists were reported killed during a confrontation with Troops in the Udayahathankulam area , Vavuniya on Saturday (08) in the afternoon around 12.45 while a soldier was killed and another were reported injured during a confrontation with the terrorists in the morning around 10.00. Meanwhile the Army recovered the items given below in a search operation conducted in the Kovilmoddai area, Vavuniya in the morning between 9.00 and 12.00 noon which included a 7.5 kg claymore mine and a large stock of food and essential items. Claymore mines 01(7.5kg) Hand grenades 01 T56 live rounds 750 Five of the terrorists were killed in confrontations with terrorists on Saturday (08). Four of them were killed during a fierce confrontation with Troops in the morning around 8.45 in the Palaimoddai area and another was killed in the Periyavalankaddukulam AREA in the morning around 7.15. Meanwhile, a soldier was killed during a confrontation with around 9.00. in Sulainamaradamadu Two female terrorists were killed in Peramkaman , Mannar, on Saturday (08) around 8.05 in the morning during a confrontation with Troops . while a soldier was reported killed in ADAMPAN on the same day at 5.15 in the evening. Meanwhile a female terrorist was killed during a confrontation with Troops in the Pallaikuli AREA, MANNAR on Saturday (08 ) in the morning at 7.45. Te items given below were recovered by Troops in a search operation conducted in the same area in the afternoon around 2.00 . Hand grenades 06 60mm mortar bombs 01 Anti- personnel mines 30 Three terrorists killed and a bunker destroyed in Jaffna - on 08th March The Army killed three (03) terrorists and also destroyed a LTTE terrorist heavy gun position and a bunker during operations conducted in the Nagarkovil - Muhamalaia area, Jaffna on Saturday (08) . Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 10 March 2008 Two LTTE terrorists killed in Ampara - on 10th March Today (10), at around 3.15p.m, in Sangamankanda, Ummarikulam area, STF personnel shot and killed two LTTE terrorists in a gun battle. The following war materials were recovered along with two LTTE dead bodies. I-COM Set 1 T-56 Assault Riffles 2 Claymore mine 1 GPS 1 AP Mine 1 10 terrorists killed & eight bunkers captured by Army in Mannar - on 1630 hours on 10th March At the break of dawn around 4.30 , the Army launched a strong attack on a line of LTTE terrorist bunkers and killed ten (10) terrorists and captured EIGHT bunkers in the Ilanthivan area, Mannar. Three soldiers were also reported killed in action while 12 were reported injured. The Army inflicted severe casualties on the LTTE terrorists in the Parappakandal area, MANNAR during a confrontation on Sunday (09) in the morning around 11.45 . Two soldiers were also reported injured. A female terrorist was killed in the Adampan area, MANNAR in the afternoon around 2.00 on Sunday (09) while another terrorist was also killed in a confrontation in the Pulmoddai area, mannar around 11.30 am. Meanwhile around 8.15 am on Sunday (09) two terrorists were killed in the Ilanthivan area, Mannar. Two LTTE terrorists were killed and two bunkers were destroyed by an attack launched by the Army in the ADAMPAN area, MANNAR on Sunday (09) causing heavy damage to terrorists. Three solders were reported injured in the attack. Five (05) civilians consisting of three (03) males and two (02) females from the un- cleared areas reported to the Army in PESALAI, MANNAR on Sunday (09). The Army recovered the items given below which had been prepared to be transported to un -cleared area from KIRAKALAI, Sinnaoddai and Koddapiddi AREAS during the past 48 hours. Cement 40 (bags) Diesel 12x 210 liters ( 2520 liters) 48 anti-personnel mines which had been concealed by the LTTE terrorists were also recovered by the Army from Kattakulam AREA, MANNAR during the past 48 hours. Army recovers 274 anti- personnel mines, one terrorist killed & military hardware recovered in Welioya - at 1210 hours on 10th March In the afternoon around 12.10 on Sunday (09) a terrorist was killed during an attack launched by the Army in the Janakapura area, WELIOYA while a soldier was injured during a confrontation with terrorists in the Andankulam area in the afternoon around 3.10. The items belonging to the terrorists given below were also recovered from the Andankulam area, Welioya by Troops when conducting a search operation by the Army in the morning around 10.00. 81mm mortar bombs 01 60mm mortar bombs 01 Hand grenades 02 Meanwhile 274 anti- personnel mines belonging to the terrorists were recovered from the Kokkuthuduwai area, Welioya by the Army in a search operations conducted by Troops during the past 48 hours . Troops also recovered a 'trailer' on Sunday (09) used by the LTTE terrorists for transporting 120mm mortar bombs from the "Tractor junction" area, BATTICALOA in the evening around 5.40. Army captures a terrorist bunker in Madhu area in Mannar The Army launched a strong and fierce attack on Sunday (09) by killing four terrorists and captured a LTTE terrorist bunker in East of madhu area, mannar in the morning around 11.15. Three soldiers killed and four were reported injured in the attack launched by the Army. Six LTTE terrorists killed and 249 anti - personnel mines recovered by Troops in Vavuniya - at 1020 hours on 10th March Two LTTE terrorists were killed during a confrontation in Karampekulam area, Vavuniya on Sunday (09) in the morning around 10.20 while two terrorists were also reported killed during an Army attack in the evening around 4.50 on the same day(09) at Venthalacheddikulam area, Vavuniya . A terrorist was killed when the Army launched an attack in the Umayarathuwarankulam area, Vavuniya on Sunday (09) morning at 7.40 while another terrorist was killed in the Vilayathikulam area, Vavuniya in the morning around 11.30 on Sunday (09). It was also reported that many terrorists were injured in a confrontation in the area North of Mullikulam , Vavuniya on the same day (09) around 4.45 in the evening . A soldier was also reported killed in action during an attack launched by the Army. Meanwhile, 249 anti- personnel mines were recovered by Troops during the past 48 hours when conduction search operations in the Kolamoddai area, Vavuniya . Terrorist "booby Trap kills one soldier in Jaffna - at 1000 hours on 10th March One soldier was reported killed and another was injured when trapped in a LTTE terrorist "booby " trap on Sunday (09) morning around 10.00 in the Nagarkovil area , Jaffna. One civilian killed & six injured in explosion in Colombo - at 0655 hours on 10th March An explosion close to Viharamawatha Junction, Wellawatta Galle road today (10) in the morning around 6.55 killed a civilian and injured six others. Among the six injured and admitted to hospital are four school children including two girls and two boys. Civilian killed & three including a student injured in explosion A civilian was killed this morning (10) around 6.55 near the road close to the Roxy Cinema, Wellawatte a suburb of Colombo due to an explosion. A student and two others were also injured and admitted to hospital. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 11 March 2008 LTTE sustain heavy casualties: 47 killed, similar numbers injured in Jaffna - on 10th March At least 47 terrorists were killed and similar numbers injured in clashes between troops and LTTE on Monday (March 10) ahead of Wanni defences, security sources said. According to reports received, 4 terrorists were confirmed killed in general area Kallikkulama, Vavuniya when troops surged into LTTE defences destroying a bunker using rocket propelled grenade (RPG) attacks. Separately, in general area Navathkulama SLA confronted with a group of terrorists killing one and recovering an AP mine during subsequent search operations conducted. Meanwhile, a soldier was reported wounded in an AP mine explosion at Periyavalayankaddu-kulama, at around 5.25p.m. In the Mannar front, at Karukkakulama a terrorist was reported killed in a SLA sniper attack at 11a.m. In general area Karampaikulama, heavy fighting erupted as troops forced into LTTE defences destroying few LTTE bunker defences and killing many in a combined armour and artillery assault yesterday, security sources report. According to ground troops, 4 soldiers were killed and 2 wounded during the confrontation. Similarly, at Puliyankulama SLA confirmed destroying 8 LTTE bunkers killing 10 and injuring 45 others in pitched battles with LTTE, security sources said. Three soldiers were killed and 12 wounded during the skirmishes, military sources report. In general area Puliyankulama, heavy clashes broke out when troops counter attacked and averted an LTTE offensive at 9.30a.m. According to intercepted enemy communication 26 terrorists were killed and 2 wounded during the confrontation. No damages were caused to own troops, military sources further added. Meanwhile, 3 civilians have fled non-liberated areas north of Mannar and sought protection with security forces at the naval detachment at Irukkalampiddi on Monday at 10.25a.m. In the Welioya front, clashes erupted between troops and LTTE ahead of defences at Kokkuthuduvai where 5 terrorists were confirmed killed, according to reports received. At Andankulma, troops have recovered a claymore mine during a search operation conducted in the area, security sources said. More items were recovered in general area Shanthipurma, Trincomalee when troops conducted a search operation on civilian information received. Following items were recovered during search operation conducted at around 5.30p.m. ICOM Radio Set 01 Hand Grenade 01 VHF Antenna 01 Pen torch Batteries 02 In Batticaloa, at general area Sandiweli troops defused a claymore mine which was recovered during a search operation conducted on civilian information received at 7.40a.m. Batticaloa Poll Results: TMVP wins 8 out of 9 local councils - on 10th March Results of local council polls held for nine local councils in Batticaloa district yesterday (March 10) reveal that Tamil Makkal Vidutalaip Pullikal (TMVP) has emerged victorious in 8 local councils. Accordingly, Eravur Pattu, Korale Pattu, Korale Pattu North, Manmunai South, Oluvil Pattu ,Manmunai west, Maunai South East , Porathivu, and Manmunai Pattu have been won by TMVP . Meanwhile , ruling United Peoples' Freedom Alliance (UPFA) has dominated the Batticaloa Municipal Council by winning 11 out of 19 membership posts . Election Commissioner Department says the breakdown of members for the nine local councils is as follows: TMVP- 61 UPFA- 15 SLMC-7 Independent groups -17 Elaval Democratic Front- 1 According to the statistics declared by the same sources, the total number of registered voters for the Batticaloa district is 270,471 and out of which 161,749 voters have declared their votes. The number of votes cancelled is 19,772. Accordingly, 67% of the voters have declared their votes in this election, the sources added. Political observers interpret the election results as a clear evidence for Tamil Peoples' disapproval for racial ideologies promoted by LTTE terrorists. TMVP is a political party that was formed recently by Karuna Ammann and Pillian , who had once been the forefront leaders of LTTE itself. Navy apprehends illegal consignment of cement- Talaimannar - 1730 hours on 10th March Naval troops while on a foot patrol apprehended a consignment of cement set to be transferred into non-liberated areas at the Sirithoppu Beach Area in Thalaimannar on Monday (March 10) around 5.30 p.m. According to naval sources, the consignment included 40 bags of cement each containing 50 kilograms. The Navy said, the LTTE is known to pay large sums of money to the smugglers for much needed cement. These unscrupulous smugglers pay scant regard to the consequences of their acts in a bid to accrue money by hook or crook. LTTE, at present, is in desperate need of cement and building materials to put up fortifications and bunkers. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 12 March 2008 Wanni liberating operation in progress; 35 terrorists killed 6 injured According to the military reports reached from the Wanni and Jaffna defences 35 LTTE terrorists were killed while another 6 were wounded during the clashes sparked between security forces and LTTE yesterday, March 11. One soldier has made his utmost sacrifice while another 7 received injuries in this humanitarian mission launched to liberate the Tamil civilians in Wanni region from LTTE terror clutches. In Jaffna theatre of battle, army snipers deployed in Muhamalai front gunned down an LTTE terrorists around 5.10 p.m yesterday. Separately, army troops ambushed an LTTE movement in general area Killay in early hours yesterday. Ground troops confirmed that one terrorist was killed in this attack. Meanwhile, troops have launched an attack targeting LTTE bunker defnces in general area Muhamalai and 3 soldiers sustained injuries due to LTTE retaliation. The damages to the terrorist not reported yet. Troops uncovered a claymore mine from general area Sarasalai 5.30 p.m yesterday. According to the information, the claymore mine was weighing of 7kg. In Wanni theatre of battle, security forces attacked at a group of LTTE terrorists who were traveling in a tractor in general area Kontakkarankulam around 6.35 p.m yesterday. Ground troops confirmed that 5 LTTE terrorist were killed in this attack. The tractor was also damaged due to the attack. In general area Karampaikulam, 5 LTTE cadres were killed when the troops ambushed an LTTE movement 11.20 a.m yesterday. In the same area, troops launched an artillery barrage targeting LTTE cadres and 3 cadres were killed due to this attack. 14 LTTE terrorists were killed when troops ambushed LTTE movement in general area Periyavalayankaddukulam yesterday. Six more LTTE cadres received injuries in these attacks. Separately, 5 LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation took place at Umayarattuvankulam area around 12.15 p.m yesterday. Few LTTE bunkers wear also destroyed in this attack. Four army soldiers received injuries due to an explosion of Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and LTTE's indiscriminate mortar fire in general area Karampaikulam, the report said. Security forces personnel on mine clearing operation unearthed 53 anti-personnel mines from the general area Koilmodai yesterday. Meanwhile, 3 mortar trappings were uncovered from the Periyapanchan area, the report further said. On the Mannar front, army snipers deployed in general area Karukkakulam gunned down a terrorist last morning. Meanwhile, Mannar police arrested 3 people on suspicion and following items which possession of suspects were also found. Item Quantity Claymore mine 01 Hand Grenades 02 Detonators 02 Detonator code 02 meters C4 explosive 200 grams SLAF pounds 3 LTTE bases - Mannar - on 12th March Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded 3 LTTE bases located at North and East of Mannar this morning, March 12. According to the sources, the targeted LTTE locations were identified as commanding bases in recent battle erupted with security forces in Mannar. Pilots confirmed that the targets were hit accurately. Troops surge into LTTE defences, 30 killed in Mannar - on 12th March At least 30 terrorists were killed and many wounded when troops made further strides into LTTE defences in a pre-dawn offensive launched in general areas at Manalmotai and Puliyankulama MCNS reported. According to reports, SLA troops have forced 500m into LTTE defences in East of Cinnaodaippadu, which was recently liberated by troops. Similarly, troops attacked and captured few LTTE defences at Elanthivan area Puliyankulam on Monday (10) MCNS reported. According to reports, received 26 terrorist were killed in the skirmishes. The names of the deceased LTTE cadres, obtained after listening to LTTE transmissions, are as follows; (1) Neelamalar (2) Pawala Neela (3) Shamy (4) Kale Thamil (5) Suwanpa (6) Venna Maran (7) Neela Mahal (8) Janaki (9) Komadhi (10) Jenni (11) Darshani (12) Achini (13) Arnimalar (14) Ishara (15) Indiyawany (16) Purachchi Neela (17) Nivedani (18) Madhavi (19) Punidha (20) Ninilveli (21) Ithithavan (22) Ikanpaoadi (23) Komahal (24) Veddhalvani (25) S. Janaki (26) Pavandi. Their names suggest that most of the killed LTTE terrorists were women or girls who were new to the battle lines, MCNS further reported. Lanka Army troops recover a Military equipments - Jaffna at 6.30 a.m. on 12 Mar Army troops conducting a search operation on Wednesday (12) in the Karativu area, Jaffna around 6.30 in the morning recovered one Global Positioning System and on information received from a civilian in the area recovered a hand grenade around 3.30 in the afternoon. 21 terrorists killed and 9 injured - Vavuniya around 1.10 p.m. on 12 Mar Nine (09) LTTE terrorists were killed and nine (09) were injured in a confrontation with Army troops at Udayanthankulam area, Vavuniya in the afternoon around 1.10 on Wednesday (12). Troops recovered the items given below during a search operation after the incident. Three soldiers were also injured. T56 Assault rifles 01 Claymore mines 03 Hand grenades 40 Bomb ("Arul") 09 Anti Personnel Mines 24 Meanwhile, Army troops also recovered from Karampaikulam area, Vavuniya around 2.15 in the afternoon on Wednesday (12), a highly decomposed body of a female terrorist body, a T-56 Assault rifle and an I - Com set during a search operation. Six terrorists were killed in the Karampachchikulam area, Vavuniya when Sri Lanka Army around 1.25 p.m. on 12 Mar troops attacked a LTTE tractor transporting them in the evening around 5.10 on Wednesday (12) while three terrorists were killed in the same area in the afternoon around 1.25 during a confrontation with troops. Army troops also attacked and completely destroyed a LTTE bunker killing two terrorists (02) in the afternoon around 3.50 in the Sivarayankulam area, Vavuniya. Four LTTE terrorists killed and 40 injured in confrontations at Welioya on 12 Mar Four (04) LTTE terrorists were killed in Kokkuthuduwai area around 1.40 in the afternoon and forty (40) were injured in confrontations also in the Kokkuthuduwai and Andankulam areas in the Welioya area on Wednesday (12). Nineteen (19) of the terrorists were injured in the Kokkuthuduwai area, Welioya on Wednesday (12). Ten (10) of them were injured when Army troops attacked a LTTE strong point around 10.30 in the morning, five were injured when Army troops attacked a LTTE bunker at 11.25 in the morning, and four terrorists were injured around 4.30 in the evening the same day. Twenty one LTTE terrorists were injured in confrontations with Army troops on Wednesday (12) in the Andankulam area, Welioya. One terrorist was injured at 1.15 in the afternoon, seven (07) around 12.40 p.m., four around 2.50 in the afternoon and two around 6.20 in the evening. A solider was also reported injured in the confrontation with terrorists around 1.15 in the afternoon on the same day (12). Seven more terrorists also got injured due to the conformation in Andankulam area in the same day (12) around 1.05 p.m. Three LTTE terrorists killed - Mannar on 12 Mar Three LTTE terrorists were reported killed during confrontations with Army troops in the Mannar area on Wednesday (12). Two of them were killed in the Munthilmurichchan area, one in the afternoon around 2.15 and the other in the evening around 5.15 while the third terrorist was killed in a confrontation in the Malikaithiddal area around 4.00 p.m. Meanwhile a soldier was injured due to an anti - personnel mine explosion in the Karampaikulam area, Mannar in the morning at 9.40. Cache of mortar bombs, ammunitions and hand grenades recovered - Jaffna at 1 .m. on 12 Mar On a piece of information received, naval troops recovered a cache of ammunitions, hand grenades and mortar bombs buried beneath a statue of an abandoned and dilapidated church at Nerinchimunai in the Kayts Island in Jaffna, around 0100 pm yesterday- the 12 March. The recovered items consisted of 15, 60 mm high explosive mortar bombs, 750 7.62 x 39 mm ball (live) ammunitions, 06 K400 hand grenades and a leather travelling bag in which those items were packed. The war-like materials might have been hidden by terrorists with the intention of retrieving to perpetrate sabotage when require, which attempt was thwarted. Four fishermen abducted by LTTE and taken into its custody - Mannar on 12 Mar Four fishermen out five went for fishing are reported to have been abducted by LTTE cadres and taken them into its custody yesterday- 12th March, off Vedithalthievu in Mannar. Five fishermen, all ethnic Tamils, had gone for fishing, their livelihood, in the morning on the 12th march from Pallimunai in Mannar, but is reported that only one returned without the other four. It is said that the youngsters aged between 19 years and 28 years had been detained by the terrorists. The names and other details as disclosed are as follows with the names, age and the National identity card Numbers and all are residents at Pallimunai in Mannar. Name Age N I C No. Sandiyago Nayandan Pigardo 28 851623566 V Sewuru Leonard Pigardo 19 890051618 V Yuvanis saviyar Pigardo 26 821104890 V Benjem Akilan Perera 21 871713766 V Situation Report on 13 March 2008 Situation Report on 13 March 2008 STF recovers war materials - Ampara, around 1 a.m. on 13 Mar STF officers conducted a search operation in Kudumbikulam area, Ampara, yesterday (13) around 1.00 a.m. and recovered the following war materials. Claymore Mine 01 81 mm Mortar Bombs 70 Anti Personnel Mines 05 Cyanide Capsule 01 LTTE Uniform 01 Wire Roll 01 Meanwhile STF officers launched an attack to a LTTE terrorists group in Rottakulam area Ampara, yesterday (13) around 12.00 p.m. and conducted a search operation. The recovered items are given below. LTTE body 01 Night vision 01 Pistol 01 Communication set 02 Dry Food items Twelve terrorists killed - Vavuniya, around 2.20 p.m. on 13 Mar Six LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with the Army on Thursday (13) in the area of Karampeikulam, Vavuniya in the afternoon around 2.20. The items given below were recovered by Troops in a search operation conducted in the area. Terrorist Bodies 02 T56 Assault Rifles 02 I -COM sets 01 A soldier was also injured in the confrontation Meanwhile, six (06) terrorists were killed in another confrontation and four anti- personnel mines were recovered on the same day in Vilatyhikulam area, Vavuniya. Two soldiers were reported injured due to the explosion of Anti- Personnel Mines in Koilmoddai and Karampekulam areas on Thursday (13). LTTE terrorist killed in Nagarkovil - Jaffna, at 3.50 p.m. on 13 Mar One LTTE terrorist was reported killed when Troops launched an attack in the Nagarkovil area, Jaffna in the evening on Thursday (13) around 3.50. Troops recover on information from civilian T56, rounds & grenades - Trincomalee around 5.15 p.m. on 13 Mar On information received from a civilian, Army troops recovered the items given below from Kalladi area, Trincomalee in the evening around 5.15. T-56 Assault Rifles 01 56 Magazines 05 T-56 Live Rounds 139 Hand Grenades 02 Bunkers Smashed; Dead Terrorists Recovered - Welioya, on 13 Mar Alert troops in Janakapura, Welioya were compelled to confront a gang of Tiger terrorists taking cover behind an LTTE jungle bunker between 12.00-1.00 p.m. Thursday (13) noon. The enemy bunker was smashed and their motive was overpowered killing three terrorists on the spot. Troops collected dead bodies of the three terrorists and found two T-56 weapons, three hand grenades and two Icom Sets. Troops are clearing the spot at the time this story went to Press. Dead bodies are to be handed over to Welioya Police shortly. The fate of the innocent youngsters is yet to be ascertained. 11 terrorists killed and explosives recovered from Mannar area - Mannar, on 13 Mar A total of eleven (11) LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations with Troops on Thursday (13) in the Mannar sector. Six of them were killed in the Vannankulam area in the evening around 5.30, three (03) in the Nadunkandal area around 5.45 in the evening, and one each in KARUKKULAM and illanivan areas of MANNAR at 2.45 in the afternoon and 10.40 in the morning. A soldier was also reported injured in another confrontation in the Periyakulam area, Mannar on Thursday (13) at 11.00 in the morning. Troops recovered the items given below from the Vennakkukam area, Mannar in the evening around 4.00. Claymore mines 04 Anti -personnel mines 121 Meanwhile, a soldier was reported injured in the Janakapura area, Welioya during operations on Thursday (13) in the evening around 4.45. Navy seizes arms & ammunitions - Trincomalee, on 13 Mar The Navy on information received from a civilian recovered the items given below from Thorankadu area, Trincomalee yesterday (13) during a search operation. T56 Assault rifles 01 T56 Magazines 01 T56 live rounds 665 Detonators 24 Hand grenades 06 Situation Report on 15 March 2008 Situation Report on 14 March 2008 Terrorist killed in Nagarkovil - Jaffna, around 4.20 p.m. on 14 Mar A LTTE terrorist was killed during a confrontation in the Nagarkovil area, Jaffna on Friday (14) in the evening around 4.20. in Kallikulam area. Five terrorists killed or injured and one captured - Welioya, around 10.15 a.m. on 15 Mar Five (05) LTTE terrorists were killed or seriously insured during a confrontation with troops on Friday (14) in the Kiriibbanwewa area, Welioya in the morning around 10.15. A soldier was also reported injured in the confrontation. Meanwhile Troops captured a LTTE terrorist on Friday (14) in the Parakramapura area, Welioya on the same day (14) and also recovered a cyanide capsule and his Dog tag from his possession. Ten terrorists killed or injured - Welioya on 14 Mar Ten (10) LTTE terrorists were reported either killed or severely injured when Troops attacked a line of terrorist bunkers in the Janakapura area, Welioya on Friday (14). Three soldiers were also reported killed and seven injured in the confrontation. There were four males including a five year old boy and four females consisting of two women and two children aged 15 and 13. Terrorists flee leaving a body - Welioya, on 14 Mar The Army was engaged in a fierce confrontation with LTTE terrorists on Friday (14) morning in the Nikawewa area, Welioya resulting in the terrorists finally abandoning the attack having sustained heavy casualties. In a search operation conducted by troops around 6.00 in the evening the items given below were recovered from the area on the same day (14) including, a body of a terrorist, C-4 explosives, claymore mines etc . Terrorist bodies 01 T56 Assault rifles 01 T56 magazines 01 T56 live rounds 50 Claymore mines 03 (2 x 10 kg + 1 x kg) Anti- personnel mines 04 I-Com sets 01 C 4 Explosives 500 grams Wire rolls 02 Packs 07 Telephone exchange 01 Large stock of dry rations Army recovers large stock of fuel - Mannar, on 14 Mar The Army recovered a large stock of diesel and petrol as given below to be sent to uncleared areas during a search operation conducted in the Ponthamonai area, Mannar on Friday (14). 2 x 60 liter cans (120 liters diesel) 4 x 60 liter cans (240 liters petrol) Three soldiers injured in Vavuniya on 14 Mar A LTTE terrorists identified as Vinodhan was killed in a confrontation with Troops on Friday (14) in the afternoon around 12.30. Meanwhile, two soldiers were reported injured during a confrontation with LTTE terrorists in the Karampaikulam area, Vavuniya due to terrorist mortar fire in the evening around 5.05 on Friday (14), while another soldier was injured in the same area of Karampadikulam around 5.45 in the evening. Situation Report on 15 March 2008 Situation Report on 15 March 2008 LTTE training camp pounded by Air Force fighter jets - Kilinochchi, around 6.10 a.m. on 15 Mar A LTTE terrorist training camp in Iranamadu located in the North East of Vishwamadukulam area was pounded by Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jet aircraft this morning (15) around 6.10. Pilots confirm that the target was engaged successfully. Three terrorists killed - Mannar, around 9.20 a.m. on 15 Mar Three LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Troops on Friday (14) morning at Malikattidal, Mannar around 6.50. Two soldiers were also reported injured in the incident. Two more soldiers were injured in a confrontation in the Adampan area, Mannar, on Friday (14) morning around 9.20. Eight civilians reported to Navy - Mannar, around 11.30 a.m. on 15 Mar Two families consisting of eight civilians had escaped from the grip of the LTTE terrorists in the un-cleared areas in Wallaipadau Wirawila and reported to the Sri Lanka Navy at Narapadu, Mannar on Friday (14) around 11.30 in the morning. Five LTTE bodies handed over to ICRC - Vavuniya, around 3.15 p.m. on 15 Mar Yesterday (15) around 3.15 p.m. The Army troops handed over 05 LTTE bodies to the ICRC, for onward transfer to the LTTE. These bodies were recovered by troops in recent operations during Vavuniya and Welioya. Army recover arms & ammunitions - Vavuniya, around 6.15 p.m. on 15 Mar Army troops today around 6.15 p.m. in Mihilankulam area in Vavuniya Were able to recover following war materials. 02 x T-56 Weapons 01 x Claymore mine 04 x Hand grenades 04 x Electric detonators 05 x T-56 Magazines 01 x Belt order Situation Report on 16 March 2008 Situation Report on 16 March 2008 17 civilians escape from grip of Tiger terrorists - Mullaitivu on 16th Mar 2008 around 6 a.m. 17 civilians reported to the Mullaitivu Army camp in Pulmoddai today (16) around 6.00 in the morning. It was revealed that they had escaped from their homes where they had lived for generations due to the unbearable conditions as a result of the continuous harassment by the terrorists in the un- cleared areas. They stated that they had decided to escape to the Government controlled areas to live in peace with their children. The 17 civilians consisted of eight (08) males, five (05) females and four (04) children. LTTE pistol group assassinates policeman on duty - Mannar on 16th Mar 2008 around 7.25 A LTTE pistol group shot dead a Policeman on duty around 7.25 in the morning today (16) in MANNAR area. Manner police are conducting investigations. Three terrorists killed in clash - Janakapura on 16th Mar 2008 The Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) says that three terrorists have been killed by Sri Lanka Army in a clash erupted in the North of Janakapura on the Welioya battlefront this morning (Mar 16). According to the sources, troops have found three bodies of the slain LTTE cadres along with three T-56 riffles during the subsequent search. Troops have suffered no casualties in the incident, the sources added. Situation Report on 17 March 2008 Situation Report on 17 March 2008 Two Tamil youth and their parents seek Navy protection in Mannar - on 17th March Two Tamil youth at the ages of 22 and 20 years and their parents sought refuge at the Navy camp Pesalai in Mannar this morning (Mar 17). According to the defence sources, the family comprising of two males and two females had escaped from the LTTE dominated Veddithalthivu area to save their children from the terrorist outfit. The refugees have told defence authorities that people in non liberated areas are anxiously waiting for an opportunity to escape the terror clutches and to come to the government controlled areas. The family has been provided with the food and accommodation by the defence authorities in the area . Wanni liberation continues; 29 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Military reports received from Northern battlefronts indicate that 29 terrorists were killed and at least 25 others were injured in the clashes continued along the Wanni and Jaffna Forward Defence Lines (FDLs) yesterday (Mar 16). Also, 3 soldiers sacrificed their lives and 8 soldiers suffered injuries during these operations aimed at liberating Wanni region from the terrorist clutches. In the Wanni theatre of battle, clashes continued on the Mannar, Vavuniya and Welioya battlefronts throughout the day. On the Welioya battlefront, troops advancing towards the LTTE strongholds in Mulaithiuvu district had several confrontations in general areas of Andankulama and Kiriibbanweva during the course of the day. According to the military reports 11 terrorists were killed and at least 20 others were injured during these clashes. Also, 2 soldiers were killed and 5 suffered injuries on the same battlefront, the reports further revealed. On the Mannar battlefront, military reports indicate that 7 terrorists were killed during yesterday's clashes. Snipers deployed in the Kappankulama areas have claimed that 3 terrorists were killed while another 4 terrorists reported to have killed in a clash occurred in the Parayakulama area. Meanwhile, one solder was killed due to terrorists' small arms fire in the general area Parayakulam and 2 others suffered injuries in a similar incident in the Adampan area. On the Vavuniya front, army snipers deployed in the Pandivirichchan area has claimed one terrorist was killed last afternoon. Also, in two separate clashes occurred in the Vilattikulama and North of Kallikulama areas, LTTE radio transmission have revealed that 3 terrorists were killed and 5 others suffered injuries. One soldier was also suffered injuries due to an explosion of improvised bomb at Sinna Pandivirichchan. Meanwhile, on the Jaffna theatre of battle, counter terrorists operations were mainly concentrated on the Muhamalai battlefront during the daytime yesterday. According to the military reports, 2 terrorists were reportedly killed by the snipers and 5 others were killed during army offensives at terrorists' defences. No casualties were reported to own troops in the Jaffna defence. Soldier saves life of Tamil mother in Jaffna Staff Sergeant R.W. Dharmasena of Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment recently volunteered to save a life of a pregnant mother by donating his blood to Point Pedro hospital, Jaffna. Responding to a SOS message published on the Tamil daily "Udyan" on 10th March , requesting to donate rare O negative blood , Sergeant Dharmasena attached to 51 division has volunteered to save the life of the mother and the unborn child. Defence.lk special correspondent reporting from Jaffna said that the family of the pregnant mother have expressed their heart felt gratitude to the soldier as no other donator had responded to their request. Reporter further said that this is an excellent example for the cordial relationship that exists between security forces and civilians in Jaffna peninsula. Despite the LTTE propaganda campaigns to show the world that there exists an ethnic rift in the country, increasing civilian support for the security forces shows nothing other than their want uproot terrorism from their homeland, he added. Situation Report on 18 March 2008 Situation Report on 18 March 2008 More terrorists killed in a confrontation - Mannar - at 1050 hours on 17th March Heavy fighting erupted between security forces and LTTE terrorists in general area north of Pallekkuli in Mannar front commencing around 10.50 p.m yesterday, March 17, when the troops launched an attack at LTTE bunker defences. According to the information, the fighting lasted for five hours until this morning, March 18, and at least 8 LTTE terrorists were killed in this attack. Two LTTE bunkers were also destroyed in this attack sources added. Four army soldiers suffered injuries in this confrontation, defence sources in Mannar further said. Four LTTE terrorists killed in clashes - Mannar - on 18th March According to the information reached from the Mannar battlefront, four LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations took place today, March 18. Army snipers deployed in general area Adampan gunned down 2 LTTE cadres in two separate incidents took place around 10.50 a.m and 11.10 a.m, sources said. An Army soldier has made his supreme sacrifice in a clash occurred in general area Adampan around 8.25 a.m yesterday. Meanwhile, two more LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation occurred in general area Manthai around 9.15 a.m, sources further added Wanni liberation continues; LTTE loosing their territory further Military reports received from Northern battlefronts indicate that LTTE received heavy beatings during the clashes continued along the Wanni and Jaffna Forward Defence Lines (FDLs) yesterday (Mar 17). In the Wanni theatre of battle, clashes continued on the Vavuniya, Mannar, and Welioya battlefronts throughout the day, report further added. On Vavuniya front, several confrontations took place in general area Kallikulam when the troops advancing further towards LTTE territory. Seven LTTE terrorists were killed in two separate confrontations, one in morning hours and another in evening, when the troops launched an attack targeting LTTE bunker defences, sources further said. Meanwhile, when the troops cleared newly captured LTTE bunkers in Pandivirichchan uncovered 25 anti personnel mines and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) last evening. Separately, 106 anti personnel mines, one Arul bomb and one hand grenade uncovered from the Sulainamaruthamadu area around 12.40 p.m yesterday. On the Mannar front, an army soldier suffered injuries in a clash sparked in general area Adampan last night. On the Welioya front, troops advancing towards the LTTE strongholds in Mulaithiuvu district had several confrontations in general areas of Kokkutuduvai, Kadduttaddamalai and Andankulama during the course of the day. By intercepting LTTE transmission, it is confirmed that 2 LTTE cadres were killed while another 3 were wounded in a confrontation took place in general area Kokkutuduvai in morning hours. Meanwhile, 4 more LTTE terrorists were killed or wounded when the troops launched artillery and mortar fire at LTTE strong point observed in the same area. In Kadduttaddamalai, 2 LTTE cadres were injured in a confrontation took place at 11.05 a.m. and one T-56 weapon was uncovered from the same area in a subsequent search operation. Meanwhile, 2 army soldiers suffered injuries due to an explosion of booby trap in the same area. Separately, 2 more soldiers received injuries due to an explosion of booby trap in general area Andankulam, the report further said. Troops have unearthed 160 anti-personnel mines while conducting mine-clearing operation in recently liberated Mankindamalai area, report further said. LTTE Claymore explosion kills an Army soldier - Mannar LTTE terrorists have exploded a claymore mine targeting army foot patrol in the Mannar area this morning, March 18. vAccording to the available information one soldier was killed while two others injured due to the explosion took place around 7.20 a.m in general area Kollimottai. The injured were rushed to the hospital for medical attention, sources further added. Situation Report on 19 March 2008 Situation Report on 19 March 2008 Four civilians report to Navy in Pallimunai - Mannar on 19th March 2008 Four civilians had escaped from the Un cleared areas had reported to the Sri Lanka Navy Camp at Pallimunai , Mannar , on Wednesday (19). These civilians had complained that they had left their homes and escaped to the Government controlled areas due to the continued harassment by the LTTE terrorists. STF injured by Anti personnel mine explosion - Ampara on 19th March 2008 A Special Task Force(STF) officer was reported injured when trapped by an anti- personnel mine during operations inthe Kanjikudichchiaru Area, Ampara on Wednesday (19) . Information from the public Police seize stock of Explosives etc - Madawachchiya on 19th March 2008 around 5.45 p.m. The Medawachchiay Police acting on information received from the public seized a large stock of explosives and accessories as given below from a van bearing No M.W.P.B 1824 which was proceeding towards Mannar near the Medawachchiaya roadblock in the evening around 5.45 on Wednesday (19). Gelignite rods 242 Detonator cord 125 meters Two suspects were taken into custody by the Medawachchiya Police. Police investigations reveal that the Gelignite rods and detonator wire was cunningly concealed inside an enclosure made for the purpose inside the vehicle. Medawachchiya Police are conducting further investigations. Six LTTE terrorists killed in Jaffna - Jaffna on 19th March 2008 Six LTTE terrorists were reported killed during the continuous operations conducted by the Army against the LTTE terrorists in the Nagarkovil and Muhamalai Areas in Jaffna on Wednesday 19) . Four terrorists were killed in two confrontations in the Nagarkovil Area, three of them around 6.45 in the morning while one terrorist was killed around 7.25 in the morning on Wednesday (19) . Meanwhile two terrorists were reported killed in the Muhamalai area, Jaffna, on of them in the morning at 10.15 and the other around 12.10 in the afternoon. Seven (07) terrorists killed in Welioya - Welioya on 19th March 2008 Seven LTTE terrorists were killed during confrontations in the ongoing operations conducted by the Army in the Welioya area on Wednesday (19). Three of the Seven terrorists killed were in the area of Andanakulam , Welioya while two terrorists were reported killed in the Andankulam area in the afternoon and another two were killed in the Kokkuthuduwai Area, Welioya around 12.15 in the afternoon and in the morning around 10.55 respectively on Wednesday (19). Meanwhile a soldier was reported wounded in action in the evening around 5.00. in the Thirukeswarkulam area, Welioya. Two LTTE terrorists killed in the Mannar area - Mannar on 19th March 2008 Two LTTE terrorists were killed during confrontations with the Army on Wednesday (19) in the Mannar sector of operations . One of the two terrorists killed was in the Adampan area, Mannar around 12.05 in the afternoon while the other was killed during a confrontation in the area of Munikattumurichchi also around 1.05 in the afternoon. Six terrorists killed in confrontations in Vavuniya - Vavuniya on 19th March 2008 Six LTTE terrorists were reported killed during the ongoing operations conducted by the Army in the Vavuniya area on Wednesday (19). Two (02) terrorists were killed during a confrontation in the Sivayanakulam area, Vavuniya in the morning around 10.50, while three (03)terrorists were killed by Troops in the Kallikulam area, in the afternoon around 1.25 the same day (19). In another confrontation around 1.35 in the afternoon on Wednesday (19) another terrorist was reported killed by Troops during a confrontation in the area of Arachchichankulam in Vavuniya. Situation Report on 20 March 2008 Situation Report on 20 March 2008 8kg claymore recovered by Army in search operation - Vavuniya on 20th March 2008 around 8.00 a.m. An eight (08kg ) kg Claymore mine with a twenty(20) meter wire which had been hidden by the LTTE terrorists in the Thekkawatte area, Vavuniya was recovered during a search operation conducted by the Army today (20) in the morning around 8.00 Army recovers claymore mine - Vavuniya on 20th March 2008 around 10.30 a.m. Sri Lanka Army acting on civilian tip off has found an 8 kg claymore mine in the Teekawatta area in Vavuniya around 10.30 ,this morning (Mar 20). According to the defence sources in the area, the bomb is a manually operated one. The intended target would have been an Army vehicle , the sources added. Situation Report on 21 March 2008 Situation Report on 21 March 2008 A Pressure mine kills two soldiers - Mannar, at 7.15 p.m. on 21 Mar Today (21) around 7.15 p.m. South Bar area Mannar, a bus was caught to a pressure mine while carrying soldiers in the bus. Due to the explosion two soldiers were killed and six soldiers were reported injured. The injured soldiers were admitted to the Anuradhapura general hospital. Terrorists killed in attack - Welioya, on 20 Mar One terrorist was reported killed when Troops attacked a terrorist foot patrol in the Janakpura, Welioya on Thursday (20). Ten LTTE terrorists killed - Vavuniya, at 5.20 p.m. on 20 Mar Ground Troops confirm that four LTTE terrorists were killed when the Army launched an attack on a LTTE bunker in the Vilathikulam Area, Vavuniya in the evening around 5.20. The LTTE bunker was destroyed completely. Meanwhile Ground Troops also confirm that six LTTE terrorists were killed when the Army targeted a LTTE bunker with mortar fire in the Palamoddai Area, Vavuniya on Thursday evening around 6.05. Navy recovers stock of cement / metal sheets - Mannar The Sri Lanka Navy during a search operation conducted in the Papllimunai Area, Mannar recovered a stock of cement etc as given below in the night around 7.45. Cement 500 kg ( 10 x 50 kg bags ) Metal sheets 25 It is revealed that the stock of cement and metal sheets were to be transported to the Un-cleared areas for the LTTE to build bunkers / stores etc. Four terrorists killed - Mannar, on 20 Mar Four terrorists were reported killed by the Army during two confrontations on Thursday (20) in the Mannar area. Three of the terrorists were killed during a confrontation at the 17th mile post on the Mannar - Pooneryn road. During a search operation which followed the incident a T56 Assault rifle and a large stock of T56 live ammunition amounting to 1500 and two claymore mines were also recovered. The items given below were recovered by Troops while another terrorist was killed by troops in another confrontation on Thursday (20) in the evening around 3.15 in the West Manthai area, in Mannar. Six terrorists killed in Vavuniya on 20 Mar One terrorist was reported killed when the Army launched an attack on Thursday (20) in the afternoon around 2.30 at Navathkulam area, Vavuniya. Meanwhile, on the same day (20) in the evening the Army targeted a tractor carrying LTTE terrorists in the area west of Omanthai by exploding a claymore mine around 5.30. Troops confirm that five terrorists were reported killed in the explosion. LTTE terrorist surrenders to the Police - Vavuniya on 20 Mar A LTTE terrorist had escaped from the LTTE by swimming across the Mamaduwa Wewa and surrendered to the Vavuniya Police evening on Thursday (20) around 5.00. The LTTE terrorist had complained to the Police that he had risked his life to escape from the LTTE organizations into the Government controlled areas as he had been disillusioned due to being continually harassed and even deprived from seeing his parents . Soldier injured - Muhamalai at 10.20 a.m. on 20 Mar A soldier was reported injured in a confrontation at Muhamalai, Jaffna around 10.20 in the morning on Thursday (20). Two terrorists killed - Welioya on 20 Mar Two LTTE terrorists were killed by the Army during a confrontation at Janakapura, Welioya in the morning on Thursday (20) around 7.05 while a T56 Assault rifle and a magazine was recovered during the search operation which followed the incident. A soldier was also reported injured during a confrontation at 10.25 in the morning (20). Meanwhile a soldier was killed in Kiriibbanwewa area, Welioya due to LTTE terrorist mortar fire in the evening on Thursday (20) around 5.45. Four terrorists killed - Vavuniya, 1.05 p.m. on 20 Mar The Army is continuing to conduct operations including search operations in the Vavuniya sector. During such a an operation conducted by the Army in the Pandivirchchan area, Vavuniya on Thursday (20) two soldiers were injured due to the explosion of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) around 1.05 in the afternoon. Four LTTE terrorists were killed during operations conducted by the Army in the same area of Pandivirichchan on Thursday (20) afternoon around 2.15. It was also reported that there was no damage to Troops in the confrontation. Meanwhile in a search operation conducted by the Army earlier in the day (20) around 11.05 in the morning the items given below were recovered . RPG chargers 03 "Arul" bombs 01 Pouches 01 T56 live rounds 50 Wire 10 meters One soldier was also reported injured in another confrontation with terrorists around 12.00 noon on Thursday (20). Situation Report on 22 March 2008 Situation Report on 22 March 2008 Seven LTTE cadres killed - Jaffna, on 22 Mar Four LTTE terrorists were killed in Army attacks in Nagarkovil, Muhamale today (22) in the morning. Another three terrorists were killed when Army troops launched attacks on the Northern and Southern sides of the A- 9 road this morning. Air strike on LTTE Sea Tiger Coordinating Centre - Mullathivu, around 2.10 p.m. on 22 Mar Air Force fighter jet planes launched air strikes on the Sea Tiger Coordinating Centre in Pudukuduiruppu - West in Mullaittivu today (22) around 2.10 p.m. The Air strike was launched based on electronic intelligence and air observations. Air Strikes destroys a Sea Tiger Base - Mullathivu, around 11.15 a.m. on 22 Mar Air force fighter jets pounded a LTTE sea tiger base in 7 km North of Nayaru lagoon today around 11.15 am. Air Force confirms the attack was a total success. Troops capture one Square Kilometer in between Parayanakulam and Elanthivan area - Mannar The Army troops captured one square kilometer in between Parayanakulam and Elanthivan area today (22) morning. Fifteen LTTE terrorists were reported killed in the confrontation. Due to the incident two soldiers were killed and another nine soldiers were reported injured. Five LTTE dead bodies were recovered by the troops subsequently. A Tamil Family escapes from LTTE terrorists harassments - Mannar A Tamil family reported to the Pallimunai Naval detachment today (22) around 7.00am. The family members include Mother (32), Father (35) and three sons' age of (12), (05) and (01). They have arrived from Wedithalathieve area. This family has traveled from a Wallam. (Local Fishing Craft) Locality built Fast Attack Craft damaged and sank due to suspected sea mine explosion - Mullathivu, around 2.25 a.m. on 22 Mar A Locally built Fast Attack Craft (FAC) of the Sri Lanka Navy patrolling off the Nayaru seas caught in an explosion sank (suspected sea mine explosion) around 2.25 a.m. today(22) morning. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 23 March 2008 Wanni Liberation in progress; over 50 LTTE cadres killed yesterday's clashes - on 23rd March Compiled military reports received from the battlefronts in the North indicate terrorists numbering 52 were killed and at least 42 injured during yesterday's (Mar 22) military offensives aimed at liberating the Wanni region. On the Jaffna Defence, snipers deployed in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil frontlines claimed 4 terrorist were killed. Meanwhile, ground troops attacked a terrorist bunker line in Nagarkovil and claimed that 3 terrorists were killed. One soldier was killed and 2 others suffered injuries due to an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion during a similar attack on the Nagarkovil front. In the Wanni theatre of battle heavy clashes continued in Mannar, Vavuniya and Welioya battlefronts during the day. On the Vavuniya front, troops had three separate clashes in Ramanathankulam Nelukulam and Kallikulam areas during the day and claimed that 12 terrorist were killed. Also snipers deployed in the Southeast of Madhu, and Sulanamaruthamadu areas claimed that 2 terrorists were killed. No casualties for the own troops reported in these incidents. Troops achieved a tremendous success over terrorists on the Mannar front yesterday destroying over 8 bunkers and trench defences in Parayakulam area. Troops in this attack said that 22 terrorists were killed and over 26 suffered injuries. During the subsequent search troops found 11 bodies of slain LTTE cadres, including five T-56 Rifles. Own casualties were reported as 4 soldiers killed in action (KIA) and 16 wounded in action (WIA) . Separately snipers deployed in Veppankulama area on the same front claimed that 3 terrorists were killed. Finally, on the Welioya front, troops marching towards terror strongholds in Mulaithiuvu district, clashed with terrorists in two separate incidents in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas yesterday and claimed 5 terrorists were killed and at least 10 others were injured. Also, during these clashes 3 soldiers were killed and 9 others suffered injuries. A sniper deployed in Kokkutuduvai area reported killing of 1 terrorist. Limited operations aimed at Wanni liberation is continuing. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 24 March 2008 11 terrorists killed in clashes - Vavuniya front - on 23rd March Media Centre for National Security said that eleven LTTE terrorists were killed during the confrontations erupted in Vavuniya front yesterday, March 23. Ten LTTE terrorists were killed in two separate clashes occurred in general area Kallikulam around 3.30p.m and 5.45 p.m. yesterday. Another LTTE terrorist was reported killed in a confrontation took place in general area Navathkulam around 1.05 p.m yesterday. Meanwhile, three army soldiers sustained injuries due to anti-personnel mine explosions took place in Kokilmoddai, Periyathampane and Ramanathankulam areas yesterday. Heavy damages to LTTE in yesterday's clashes - Welioya front - On 23rd March Five LTTE terrorists were killed and nineteen others suffered injuries due to the confrontations between security forces and LTTE when the troops moving further towards LTTE territory in the offensive operation launched to liberate Tamil civilians in Wanni region yesterday, March 23. In general area Kiriibbanwewa, three LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation occurred around 10.00 a.m yesterday. Three others also received injuries in this clash, sources said. Meanwhile, two more LTTE terrorists were killed in two separate confrontations took place in general areas North of Welioya and Kokkuthduwai, sources further said. Twelve more LTTE cadres sustained injuries due to a confrontation occurred when the troops launched an attack at LTTE strong point at general area Janakapura around 11.15 a.m yesterday. In another clash took place in the same area around 12.20 p.m, four more terrorists received injuries, sources further added. Five terrorists killed in clashes - Mannar front - On 23rd March Troops engaged on Wanni liberating operation advancing further inflicting heavy damages to the terrorist in the Mannar front. Five LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation took place in general area Paravapkulam in Mannar front last morning, March 23, defence sources in Mannar said. Meanwhile, troops on search operation uncovered LTTE booby trap and four anti-personnel mines from the general area Nedunkandal around 2.30 p.m, sources further said. Warlike items uncovered - Batticalloa - On 23rd March On information received from the civilian sources, Police personnel in Valachenai Police station uncovered a claymore mine, AP mines and few other war-like items during a search operation conducted in the area yesterday, March 23. The recovery was made at 5.45 and following items were among the recoveries, defence sources said. Item Quantity Claymore mines 01 Wire 10 meters 82 (F) Rifles 02 Anti- personnel mines 04 T-56 magazines 01 T-56 live rounds 30 Meanwhile, in a separate search operation conducted at Palugamam in Batticaloa, troops uncovered a radio communication equipment and few other items last morning, March 23. Following items were among the recoveries, sources said. Item Quantity Solar Panels 02 I-Com radio 01 CDMA battery chargers 01 Wire 90 feets Further, Media Centre for National Security said that a hand tractor was also uncovered by Troops during a search operation conducted at KUSALANAI in the BATTICALOA area last evening, March 23. Tamil civilians seek protection with security forces- Mannar - on 23rd March A Tamil family of five including an infant sought protection with security forces at the Naval detachment in Pallemunai, Mannar last morning (March 23). Three males and one female were among the four adults reached to the government-controlled area seeking protection for their lives. These civilians reached the safe waters of Pallemunai on a 'Wallam' despite the rough sea condition and heavy rain, defence sources said. The civilians were later handed over to the Mannar police for general formalities. 19 LTTE killed, 8 wounded in fighting at Wanni and North Situation Report on 25 March 2008 19 LTTE killed, 8 wounded in fighting at Wanni and North Military reports received claimed that at least 19 LTTE terrorists killed and 8 others injured in fighting at Wanni and North yesterday (March 24). Meanwhile, according to reports troops have also recovered 50 anti-personnel mines during search operations conducted on Monday. In the Jaffna front at Nagarkovil troops recovered 30 AP mines following a clearing operation in the area. Meanwhile, a terrorist was reported killed in a SLA sniper attack ahead of LTTE defences in Nagarkovil, security sources said. In the Vavuniya front intermittent clashes were reported between troops and LTTE in general areas at Karampaikulama, Ramanthankulama and Madhu. 11 terrorists were killed and 3 were reported wounded, during the confrontations. Meanwhile, 7 SLA soldiers were also wounded in the clashes erupted ahead of LTTE defences, security sources said. According to reports, 3 soldiers sustained injuries in an AP mine explosion in general area Ramanathankulama at 12.45p.m. Troops also overran an LTTE bunker defence in general area Madhu, and recovered following items in subsequent search operation conducted. a. 01 x I-com radio set b. 1000 x T-56 ammunitions c. Some civil cloths and dry ration pkts According to security sources, troops have removed 20 AP mines laid by LTTE in general area Thatchanamarutham. At the Mannar front, 2 terrorists were reported killed in a SLA sniper attack in separate incidents at general area Kattankulama. In extensive clearing operations conducted in general area Sirikulama, troops found a decomposed LTTE body along with a cyanide capsule and a dog-tag, security sources said. In general area Mantota, troops recovered 2 hand grenades, 1 60mm mortar bomb and 3 AP mines, sources said. An LTTE terrorist was killed in a SLA sniper attack in the same area yesterday, while 4 others were also reported killed during confrontation with troops, security sources said. Meanwhile, a soldier has laid his life following a confrontation with LTTE at general area Ittikadal at around 11.20a.m. In general area Parayakulama, troops recovered a 6kg weighing claymore mine while engaged in a search operation at around 2p.m. In the Welioya front at Janakapura 2 soldiers were reported wounded in an LTTE trapped mine explosion, at around 11.15a.m. Meanwhile, 5 terrorists were confirmed wounded when troops stepped-up an offensive advance into LTTE territory in general area North of Kiriibbanwewa. Troops also recovered a radio communication set and 2 T-56 assault riffles following subsequent search operations conducted in the area. Preparations made to hand over 11 LTTE bodies- Vavuniya Preparation were made to hand over 11 LTTE bodies including 6 female cadres who were killed in fighting with SLA during offensives in Mannar and Welioya front, to the ICRC on Tuesday(March 25). According to SLA sources, the corpses will be delivered by the ICRC to the LTTE this evening across the Omanthai Entry/Exit point. LTTE 'military storage facility' destroyed in air strikes- Mullaittivu The SLAF fighter jets took fresh air strikes at a LTTE 'military storage facility' this morning (March 25) at Uddayarkattukulama, in Mullaittivu. According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Andrew Wijesooriya, the air sorties were conducted following well established ground and air surveillance information, at around 9.20a.m. The target was known to be a main LTTE arms, ammunitions and equipment storage facility, he further said. The air strikes have triggered a series of explosion while, pilots have also confirmed debris and flames rising in the area, sources said. Defence analysts state that these strikes were launched as a measure to neutralize the LTTE Wanni logistic and arms supply network. The LTTE is yet to release casualty figures, defence sources said. 5 arrested, explosives recovered in Muthuwal Grand-Pass Police recovered 4kgs' of C-4 high explosives and 10 electrical detonators from a house located at 'Aluth Mawatha' in Muthuwal during a pre-dawn search operation conducted today(March 25). According to Police sources, the search operation was conducted based on substantial information received, where 5 suspects were also arrested alleged LTTE by the Police following preliminary investigations at the site. Four explosive timers were also recovered by the Police during the search operation. Earlier, in February an LTTE suicide bomber blew himself in a separate location at Muthuwal, when his hideout was spotted in a combined Army-Police cordon. Vavuniya Police nets 'LTTE abductors', saves Insurance Manager Vavuniya Police in a well laid security cordon arrested 4 individuals alleged to be LTTE operatives while they were fleeing in 2 motor bikes, along with an abducted civilian at Pomppaimadu area, Vavuniya on Monday (March 24) evening. The abducted civilian was identified as Sumith Prasanna Manawadu, 39, the Manger of the 'Ceylinco Insurance' - Vavuniya branch. According to Police sources, the insurance executive was abducted by the LTTE while he was attending a Hindu wedding festival at Thirunawakulama in Vavuniya, at around 2.15p.m. On receiving information of the incident Vavuniya police took swift measures: dispatched task units to the area and manned road barriers where the abductors were netted while fleeing at Pomppaimadu, and the insurance executive rescued unharmed the police further said. A LTTE operative has swallowed a cyanide capsule whilst been arrested and was admitted to the general hospital at Anuradhapura, the sources said. The Police have also recovered a pistol and a hand grenade which were in possession of the LTTE operatives. Investigations continue as the arrested are believed to have involved in similar abductions of youth and business persons for ransom, a lucrative income for the terrorist outfit, Vavuniya Police said. Thirunawakulam is located along the Vavuniya- Mannar main road, approximately 4km from Vavuniya town. Navy thwarts LTTE boat movement - Pulmoddai Naval attack craft on patrol off Pulomoddai thwarted an LTTE boat movement from Nayaru to Pulmoddai this morning (March 25). According to Naval Spokesperson Commander D.K.P Dassanyake, naval craft on sighting a cluster of LTTE boats at 1.a.m., making towards the Pulmoddai waters intercepted the vessels engaging in a seaborne fire attack forcing the LTTE vessels to retreat with damages. Later, it was revealed through intercepted enemy communication that a LTTE boat has sustained damages and towed towards the Nayaru lagoon, the spokesperson further said. Situation Report on 30 December 2007 Situation Report on 26 March 2008 Air Force pounds terror targets in Mannar and Kilinochchi - on 26th March Sri Lanka Air Force helicopter gun ships and fighter jets launched two separate air attacks at LTTE targets this morning (March 26), said the Air Force sources. Air Force spokesman Wing Commander Andrew Wijesooriya speaking to defence.lk said that the first air raid was conducted around 10.15.a.m. using MI 24 helicopters at two identified forward operating bases of LTTE at Alankulama and Kaliadanchan, on the Mannar battlefront. He said the attack was undertaken as a ground support mission to the army soldiers engaged in counter terrorist operations in the area. The second air raid was at a boat manufacturing facility of LTTE, located in the Vishwamadhukulama area in Kilinochchi, he said. The attack was carried out by fighter jets around 10.50.a.m, after having positively identified on air surveillance and on ground information, he added. Wing Commander Wijesooriya said that the pilots have confirmed the targets were accurately hit. 2 Police personnel killed, 5 injured in LTTE claymore blast in Batticaloa - on 26th March Two Police personnel were killed and 5 others wounded including a civilian when LTTE terrorists detonated a claymore mine at Thandiadi in Batticaloa this morning (March 26). According to the defence sources in the area, the claymore blast was carried out targeting a route clearing patrol undertaken by the STF down the Valakalai- Thandiadi road around 9.a.m. Batticaloa Police said that 2 Police constables and 2 STF personnel were also among the injured. The injured have been admitted to general hospital Batticaloa, while preparations were made to airlift the wounded civilian(female) to Colombo for immediate, medical treatment. A search operation is in progress, the sources added. Seven terrorists killed Vavuniya/Mannar/Welioya - on 26th March One terrorist was killed in a confrontation with Army troops in Kanthanamkulam, Mannar yesterday (25) around 3.30 p.m. On a subsequent search operation. AP mines 72 60 mm Mortar bombs 13 81 mm mortar bomb 01 One clay more mine weighing 2.5 kg, 13 Hand Granades and An Arul bomb were recovered. Three terrorists were killed in a confrontation in a Adampan, Mannar yesterday (25) around 8.20 p.m. On subsequent search operation three T - 56 weapons, 116 AP mines and 04 booby traps were found. One terrorist was killed in a confrontation in Janakapura North, Welioya yesterday (25) around 12.00 noon. Two LTTE cadres were killed in confrontations in Janakapura West, Welioya yesterday (25) around 2.45 p.m. Two soldiers were injured in confrontations with terrorists in Janakapura North area, WELIOYA yesterday (25) around 10.40 a.m. 583 anti - personal mines were found in search operations conducted throughout yesterday (25) in Janakapura, and Kiriibbanwewa areas 16 Terrorists killed Jaffna/Vavuniya/Mannar - on 26th March One LTTE terrorist was killed in an attack by Army troops in Karadiyankadu, Jaffna yesterday (25) around 11.00 a.m. Army sources confirm that two terrorists were killed when troops attacked a group of LTTE cadres in KILALI, Jaffna yesterday (25) around 2.00 p.m. Six LTTE bunkers were destroyed and caused heavy damages to terrorists by Army troops at Muhamalai, Jaffna yesterday (25) around 2.30 p.m. Five terrorists were killed and a bunker destroyed in an Army attack in Kallikulam, Vavuniya yesterday (25) around 2.00 pm. Three LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation in Ramanadakulam , Vavuniya yesterday (25) around 11.15 a.m. a T - 56 weapon was recovered. A soldier was injured in an explosion of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in North - East of Mannar yesterday (25) around 9.00 a.m. Three LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation in South - East of Mannar yesterday (25) around 11.30 a.m. A soldier was injured in a confrontation in Kovilmadu, Vavuniya yesterday (25). Two terrorists were killed in a confrontation in Kurisuddankulam, Vavuniya yesterday (25) around 5.30 a.m. On a subsequent search operation, following were found. 02 dead bodies T - 56 weapon, T 81 weapon, a Communication Set, 04 Hand grenades and 04 Arul bombs. Haul of military equipment found - on 26th Macrch 51 anti - personal mines were recovered on a search operation conducted in Periyakaradavittankulam, Vavuniya yesterday(25) around 12 noon. Antitank mine, weighing 15 kg was recovered by troops at Sinnapandirichchan, Vavuniya yesterday (25) around 11 a.m. Following explosives were recovered on a search operation conducted by Army troops in Mudaliarukulam, Vavuniya yesterday (25) around 8.15 a.m. Claymore mines 03(01 weighing 02 kg and 02 weighing 03 kg) TNT explosives 500g Electric detonators 08 Black Gun powder 150 g 68 Anti - personal mines recovered in search operation conducted throughout yesterday (25) in Vettankulam, Vavuniya. Terrorist killed in sniper attack: 88AP mines recovered - Mannar - 25th March A LTTE terrorist was reported killed sniped by SLA on Tuesday (March 25) at Parappakandhal ahead of Mannar LTTE defences at around 5.30p.m. Meanwhile, troops recovered 72 anti-personnel mines (AP), 13x 60mm mortar bombs, 13x hand grenades, a 2.5kg weighing claymore mine, 01x LTTE modified 'arul' type mortar bomb and an improvised 82mm mortar bomb from general area Parappakkandhal following an extensive search operation conducted this evening. Similarly, in a search operation conducted in general area Nedunkandhal at 2.30p.m., troops have recovered 16AP mines and 4 improvised bombs, Mannar security sources said. Meanwhile, SLA has handed over 11 LTTE bodies to ICRC including bodies of 6 female cadres, the sources further added. Situation Report on 27 March 2008 Situation Report on 27 March 2008 Air Force warplanes destroy LTTE training facility and Radar post in Wanni - on 27th March 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets successfully carried out two bombing missions targeting two well identified camps of LTTE terrorists located in Wanni region this morning (March 27). According to the defence sources the targets were a training facility and a Radar location both located in Kilinochchi district. Air Force Spokesman Wing Commander Andrew Wijesooriya speaking to defence.lk said that the first mission was launched around 6.25.a.m. targeting a training facility located inside a jungle patch at Kalmadukulam, in North-East of Iranamadhu. According to the defence intelligence, the terrorists have also used the location as a marshalling point for the conscripts. The target was achieved based on the information received on recent developments of this terror location from the reliable sources in Wanni region. Further, the target had been well identified through continuous air surveillances conducted by the SLAF, sources further added. The second mission was launched at 6.35.a.m. targeting a Radar location in the Valaipadu area, South of Poonaryn, said the Air Force spokesman. Meanwhile, defence intelligence revealed that the terrorists have been using the location to coordinate boat operations and smuggling activities across the Gulf of Mannar. The location was a recently established one by the terrorists due to frequent air raids on the strategically important coastal belt in the Northwest of the Island, the sources further said. Wanni liberation operation in progress; LTTE suffer heavy damages - - on 27th March 2008 According to the military report reached from the forefront, 28 LTTE terrorists were killed and another 17 were either killed or wounded in clashed sparked in Northern and Wanni defences yesterday, March 26. Further it says, 22 more terrorists were wounded during these clashes. Six security forces personnel have made their supreme sacrifice while another 19 suffered injuries, the report further stated. On the Jaffna theatre of battle, three LTTE cadres were killed in clashes occurred Muhamalai front. Meanwhile, one soldier was killed and two others suffered injuries in clashes in the same front. On Wanni theatre of battle, in Vavuniya front, incidents are reported from Madu, Sulanamaruthamadu and Koilmoddai areas yesterday. Two LTTE cadres were killed in a confrontation took place in general area Madu while four others suffered injuries when the troops ambushed an LTTE movement in same area, the report said. Four army personnel were killed while seven others reported injured during confrontations took place in Sulanamaruthamadu and Koilmoddai areas. In Mannar front, Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 gun ships launched an air raid targeting LTTE strongholds in general area Alankulam and by intercepting LTTE communication channel, it is revealed that 7 terrorists were killed while 18 others suffered severe injuries due to this attack. Meanwhile, five more terrorists were killed in separate confrontations took place in Kaddupulam and Sirikulam areas, troops confirmed. One soldier received injuries due to an explosion of anti-personnel mine in general area Adampan. Meanwhile, five people including one army soldier, two STF personnel and two civil workers injured due to indiscriminate mortar fire launched by the LTTE in general area Giant's Tank, sources said. Troops on clearing operations in general area Malikaittidal unearthed 48 anti-personnel mines and 8 booby traps while 25 more anti-personnel mines unearthed from general area Cheddikulam. In Welioya front, troops launched an attack targeting LTTE strong point located at north of Janakapura and troops confirmed that 5 terrorists were killed in this attack. Five slain bodies of LTTE terrorists, five T-56 weapons, 60 mm mortar launcher and one radio set were found in a subsequent search operation conducted in the area. Meanwhile, troops found a decomposed dead body of an LTTE cadre, one T-56 weapon and 6 hand grenades in a search operation conducted in the same area. One soldier was reported injured due to anti-personnel mine explosion took place in general area north of Janakapura. In separate confrontation took place in North of Kiribbanwewa, intercepted terror transmission confirmed five LTTE cadres were killed. One soldier was killed and another three suffered injuries while one soldier yet to marry up with the rest of his team, the report stated. In the same area, troops confirmed that four more terrorists were either killed or wounded in a clash sparked around 10.50 a.m yesterday. One soldier also received injuries in this incident. In general area west of Kiribbanwewa, an LTTE cadre was killed while another four either killed or wounded in a clash sparked around 11.00 a.m yesterday. One slain body of LTTE cadre and a T-56 weapon were found in a subsequent search operation. Five more LTTE cadres were either killed or wounded due to two separate confrontations took place in general area north of Janakapura in morning hours yesterday, the report further said. Meanwhile, seven LTTE terrorists were either killed or wounded when the troops ambushed an LTTE movement in general area Janakapura around 12.40 p.m yesterday. Limited operations are being continued further in these forefronts. Situation Report on 28 March 2008 Situation Report on 28 March 2008 Soldiers wounded - Vavuniya on 28th March 2008 around Four soldiers were wounded when Improvised Explosive Device exploded and mortar attacks of terrorists when the troops were engaged in a search operation subsequent to a confrontation in Udayankulam yesterday (28) around 5.45 p.m. Meanwhile in search operations following items were recovered on search yesterday (28) around 10.15 a.m. in Kurusuddankulam, Vavuniya Rain coats 02 Belt Orders 02 Pouches 02 Pairs of boots 01 In search operation subsequent to a confrontation in Iramatiyankulam following items were recovered yesterday (28) around 6.00 p.m. T -56 weapon 01 T -56 magazine 01 T -56 ammunition 30 Hand grenade 02 Solar panel 01 Solar panel battery 01 Electric storage system 01 Pack 01 Terrorists wounded - Vavuniya on 28th March 2008 around Intercepted LTTE communication have confirmed that two terrorists were wounded when Army troops attacked them in Kattupuwaramkulam in Vavuniya yesterday (28) around 9.45 a.m. 08 terrorists wounded in Puttankulam around 7.50 a.m. and heavy damages caused to terrorists in Karampaikulam in confrontations and two soldiers wounded. Air strike - Iranamadu on 28th March 2008 around 4.30 p.m. Air Force fighter Jets pounded a warehouse of explosives of the LTTE in Uddayarkattukullam located 20 km east of Iranamadu Tank today (28) around 4.30 p.m. The Air Force sources confirm that the air strikes were successful. The strike was launched based on intelligence reports. Five terrorists killed - Welioya on 28th March 2008 around An LTTE cadre was killed by Army troops in a confrontation in Kiribbawewa in Welioya today (28) around 2.30 p.m.. Subsequently the dead body of the terrorist and a T56 weapon were recovered. Jaffna: Three terrorists were killed in an encounter in Nagarkovil, Jaffna today (28) around 10. a.m.. an LTTE bunker was destroyed by the Army in Kilalay- Jaffna today (28) around 5.30 a.m.. Heavy damages were caused to the LTTE. An LTTE cadre was killed in an encounter with the Army in Muhamalai today (28) around 12.00 noon. Two civilians wounded in Vavuniya - on 28th March 2008 around Two female Tamil civilians were wounded when unidentified gunmen riding a motor cycle lobbed a hand grenade at Communication Centre in Maharambakulam, Vavuniya today(28) around 11.15 a.m. Injured were admitted to the Vavuniya Hospital. Situation Report on 29 March 2008 Situation Report on 29 March 2008 SLFP Deputy Chairman of Monaragal Pardesheeya Sabha assassinated - On 29th March 2008 around 6.15 p.m Deputy Chairman of Monaragala Pradesheeya Sabha A.N. Muthulingam were shot dead by an unidentified gunman this evening (March 29). According to the police sources in the area, the incident was occurred around 6.15.p.m when the victim was at his residence in the Monaragla town. Mr. Muthulingam was a medical doctor by profession and was attending his work when he was shot, said the sources. The assassin who said to have come in a van shot the victim using a pistol, sources added. Hospital sources in Monaragla said the victim succumbed to the injuries after admitting to the hospital. The victim aged 54 years was a father of three children. He was an active supporter of ruling United Peoples' Freedom Alliance party and its campaign against terrorism. During past few months LTTE terrorists carried out several bomb attacks in Monaragala district killing dozens of innocent civilians and injuring many others. Also, LTTE, a terrorists outfit operates on tribalism has killed large number of moderate Tamil politicians during its three decades of terrorist campaign against Sri Lankan citizens. Civilians seek refuge - Mannar On 29th March 2008 Three Tamil civilians who had escaped the un-cleared areas have sought refuge in Pakkaimunai Naval Detachment Mannar today (29) around 10.00 a.m. After providing them basic amenities they were sent to the Pariharakandal DP centre. Troops destroy two LTTE bunkers; dominate 700m neck of land - Mannar On 29th March 2008 Troops in a pre dawn attack have destroyed two fortified bunkers manned by LTTE terrorists this morning (March 29). According to the defence sources at Mannar battlefront, Sri Lanka army infantrymen have launched the surprise attack around 4.a.m at the LTTE bunker defence located in Elanthivan area, South of Admapan. Ground troops have confirmed that 10 LTTE cadres were killed in this incident. Also, a 700m stretch of land has been dominated, sources further said. The soldiers are consolidating their positions, the sources added.Two terrorists killed - Muhamalai, on 29 Mar An LTTE terrorist was killed in a confrontation in the afternoon around 12.30 in the Muhamalai area, Jaffna on Saturday (29) while another terrorist was killed in the night around 10.30 on the same day in Muhamalai. Troops recover Anti-personnel mines - Trincomalee Troops continuing search operations in the Trincoamlee area recover ten (10) anti - personnel mines from the Galmitiyawa area, on Saturday (29). Troops recover 300 Anti-Personnel mines & large stock of ammunition etc - Welioya on 29 Mar Three hundred (300) anti - personnel mines were recovered by Troops in a search operation conducted between 8.30 in the morning and 2.00 in the afternoon by the Army in the Jankapura area, Welioya on Saturday (29) while a soldier was also reported injured and a hand grenade was recovered in the morning around 11.20 on Saturday (29) in a confrontation in the same area. Meanwhile in another confrontation with terrorists a soldier was killed in action in the same area in the evening around 6.30 the same day (29). Another soldier was also killed in a confrontation around 11.45 in the morning on Saturday (29). A soldier was also reported killed in action around 3.10 in the afternoon on Saturday (29) in the Kiriibbanwewa area, Welioya while two soldiers were reported injured during a confrontation with terrorists on the same day around 1.00 in the afternoon. On the same day (29), four terrorists were also reported injured and 3400 rounds of live T56 rounds, 1100 MPMG live rounds and ten (10) hand grenades were recovered by Troops during a fierce confrontation with terrorist in the same area of Kiriibbanwewa, Welioya in the afternoon around 12.45. STF recover weapon/ammunition on civilian information - Batticaloa, on 29 Mar The Special Task Force (STF) on information received from a civilian recovered weapons and ammunition as given below cunningly concealed by the LTTE terrorists from the Vavunthivu area, Batticaloa on Saturday (29). T-56 Assault Rifles 02 Hand grenade 01 Large stock of T-56 live rounds Four terrorists killed - Vavuniya around 4.50 p.m. on 29 Mar Troops on Saturday (29) a attacked on a group LTTE terrorists who had been observed besides a bunker in the Navathkulam area, Vavuniya around 4.50 in the evening. Troops confirm that four (04) terrorists were killed in the attack. Troops recover stock of motorcycle spares / anti-personnel mines etc while 14 civilians arrive in Talaimannar on 29 Mar Sixty three (63) anti personnel mines were recovered during a search operation conducted by the Army in the Thiruketheeswaran area, Mannar on Saturday (29). A large stock of motor cycle spare parts and accessories which had been concealed by the LTTE terrorists to be transported to the un-cleared areas were recovered by the Army in the Pallimunai area, Mannar in the night around 9.00 on Saturday (29). Fourteen civilians consisting of seven (07) males and seven (07) females from the un-cleared areas had reported to the naval detachment in Talaimannar, on Friday (28). They had complained that they had left their homes to escape from the continuous harassment by the terrorists so that they can live peacefully in Government controlled areas. Situation Report on 30 March 2008 Situation Report on 30 March 2008 Two terrorists killed - Muhamalai, on 29 Mar An LTTE terrorist was killed in a confrontation in the afternoon around 12.30 in the Muhamalai area, Jaffna on Saturday (29) while another terrorist was killed in the night around 10.30 on the same day in Muhamalai. Troops recover Anti-personnel mines - Trincomalee Troops continuing search operations in the Trincoamlee area recover ten (10) anti - personnel mines from the Galmitiyawa area, on Saturday (29). Troops recover 300 Anti-Personnel mines & large stock of ammunition etc - Welioya on 29 Mar Three hundred (300) anti - personnel mines were recovered by Troops in a search operation conducted between 8.30 in the morning and 2.00 in the afternoon by the Army in the Jankapura area, Welioya on Saturday (29) while a soldier was also reported injured and a hand grenade was recovered in the morning around 11.20 on Saturday (29) in a confrontation in the same area. Meanwhile in another confrontation with terrorists a soldier was killed in action in the same area in the evening around 6.30 the same day (29). Another soldier was also killed in a confrontation around 11.45 in the morning on Saturday (29). A soldier was also reported killed in action around 3.10 in the afternoon on Saturday (29) in the Kiriibbanwewa area, Welioya while two soldiers were reported injured during a confrontation with terrorists on the same day around 1.00 in the afternoon. On the same day (29), four terrorists were also reported injured and 3400 rounds of live T56 rounds, 1100 MPMG live rounds and ten (10) hand grenades were recovered by Troops during a fierce confrontation with terrorist in the same area of Kiriibbanwewa, Welioya in the afternoon around 12.45. STF recover weapon/ammunition on civilian information - Batticaloa, on 29 Mar The Special Task Force (STF) on information received from a civilian recovered weapons and ammunition as given below cunningly concealed by the LTTE terrorists from the Vavunthivu area, Batticaloa on Saturday (29). T-56 Assault Rifles 02 Hand grenade 01 Large stock of T-56 live rounds Four terrorists killed - Vavuniya around 4.50 p.m. on 29 Mar Troops on Saturday (29) a attacked on a group LTTE terrorists who had been observed besides a bunker in the Navathkulam area, Vavuniya around 4.50 in the evening. Troops confirm that four (04) terrorists were killed in the attack. Troops recover stock of motorcycle spares / anti-personnel mines etc while 14 civilians arrive in Talaimannar on 29 Mar Sixty three (63) anti personnel mines were recovered during a search operation conducted by the Army in the Thiruketheeswaran area, Mannar on Saturday (29). A large stock of motor cycle spare parts and accessories which had been concealed by the LTTE terrorists to be transported to the un-cleared areas were recovered by the Army in the Pallimunai area, Mannar in the night around 9.00 on Saturday (29). Fourteen civilians consisting of seven (07) males and seven (07) females from the un-cleared areas had reported to the naval detachment in Talaimannar, on Friday (28). They had complained that they had left their homes to escape from the continuous harassment by the terrorists so that they can live peacefully in Government controlled areas. Situation Report on 31 March 2008 Situation Report on 31 March 2008 Large Haul of war materials recovers by troops - Batticaloa, around 2.30 p.m. on 31 Mar On a search operation conducted by the troops, recovered 938 rounds of 12.7 mm today (31) around 2.30pm in Omadiyamadu area. Meanwhile in Narakamulla- Thoppigala area troops conducted a search operation and recovered the following war materials today (31) around 3.30 p.m. T 56 assault rifle 01 T 56 Magazines 01 LMG rifle Magazines 02 81mm Mortar bomb 08 Meantime in Palchenai area troops also conducted a search operation and recovered the following explosives today (31) around 3.30 p.m. Claymore mines 01 (3kg) Anti personnel mines 200 Electric Detonators 250 81mm Cartilages 08 Bodies of 8 LTTE carders killed during recent fighting were handed over to the ICRC today (31) at 2.55pm in Omanthai. Air Strikes destroys a LTTE Runner Way - Mullathivu, around 10.30 a.m. 31 Mar Today (31) around 9.45 am and 10.30 am, 10km West to Mulathiu town Air Force Fighter Jets pounded a LTTE terrorist's runner way. Air Force confirms that the air strike was a total success. Navy Recovers Fuel Equipments on a Dingy Boat - Mannar, around 10.30 a.m. on 30 Mar Today (30) around 10.30am in Kattupalliya sea side area a suspicious Dingy Boat was checked by the Navy sailors. The Boat was apprehended with following items onboard. Petrol 350 litres Engine Oil 29 litres 2 T Oil 20 litres 2.5kg of Welding bit 2 packets 72 packets of welding rods (Each welding 2.5 Kg) The vigilance of the naval troops has been able to thwart many smuggling attempts of fuel, mainly patrol and diesel, bound for the use by the terrorists. Situation Report on 01 April 2008 Situation Report on 01April 2008 SLAF pounds LTTE covert base in Mullaittivu - on 01st April Air Force fighter jets pounded on an LTTE base located in the general area Teravilkulam ,North West of Puthukudiyirippu in Mullaittivu district this evening today(April 1). The LTTE camp that has been handling covert operations of the outfit was attacked based on real-time ground information indicating 'Intensified terrorist activates " on it around 4.30 p.m. According to the Air force spokesperson Wing Commander Andrew Wijesooriya the target has been positively identified through human intelligence and verified through continuous air surveillances conducted by the SLAF. He said the target was accurately hit, citing the fighter pilots. A senior defence official speaking to defence.lk said the targeted LTTE base was one of the nerve centers of the outfit's covert operations. He said that the target was of high value that no further comments can be made on it due to security reasons. Asked how that the information had reached to the defence intelligence agencies he said that the LTTE hierarchy has lost control over its ranks that information comes from "inside" to security forces. He added that clashes among senior LTTE cadres and continuous harassment suffered by junior LTTE cadres have facilitated the information flow. Lightning Struck to Minneriya training camp - on 01st April Today (1) evening around 5.30pm in Minneriya, Katukaliyawa training camp three Army soldiers were died and 60 were injured due to lightning struck a group of soldiers. Injured soldiers were admitted to the Polonnaruwa hospital. Terrorist fire mortars on Madhu shrine complex - on 01st April Three LTTE fired mortar bombs fell into the holy Madhu shrine premises on Tuesday (01) twice. Those three mortar strikes have fallen towards residential quarters of the clergy in the shrine. But reports so far received do not speak of any damages or any casualties according to reports. This terrorist act is a blatant violence of the understanding that has been made with regard to no firing zone around the holy premises. LTTE shells Murunkan Government hospital - Mannar - on 01st April Tension prevailed in Murunkan area, Mannar as LTTE launched heavy artillery shells were reported to have damaged the Murunkan government hospital today (April 01) at around 6.10 a.m. According to available reports, a hospital building was partially damaged during the indiscriminate LTTE shell attack. Details of damages caused to civilian and properties are yet to be estimated. It was reported that the sudden shell attack by LTTE from the un-cleared area fell, mounting tension and fear among the folks. According to defence sources in the area the explosions had caused panic and trauma among patient and civilians who were immediately evacuated by troops into safer shelters. Meanwhile, few shells have also fallen in proximity of the Murunkan government school, sources further reported. Military sources said that the LTTE attack was launched as to create a shadow of uncertainty among the civilians and expel them from their traditional settlements. LTTE is a ruthless terrorist outfit that has been fighting for a mono ethnic separate homeland for Tamils since 1975. The outfit led by its psychopathic leader V. Prabhakaran is notorious for crimes against women and children. During its three decades of terror campaign against Sri Lankan citizens the outfit has killed and maimed over tens and thousands innocent children in ethnic cleansing raids, indiscriminate bomb attacks and by using child soldiers at the battlefronts. Situation Report on 02 April 2008 Situation Report on 02April 2008 Air force targets secret rendezvous place of LTTE kingpins - Visuamadu - on 02nd April Air Force fighter jets engaged a secret rendezvous place of LTTE kingpins located in the West of Visuamadu Kulam in Mullaittiuvu around 9.20, this morning (April 2). According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Andrew Wijesooriya, the fighter pilots have confirmed the target was accurately hit. However, he said that it is too early to assess the damage to the terrorists in the air raid. Meanwhile, defence officials said that the target is of strategic value, as its whereabouts was only known to those in the inner circles of the LTTE chief. The sources said that the target consist of a rendezvous place and a secret passage frequently used by LTTE kingpins including their leader himself. Defence observers say that recent trend in air raids shows a significant enhancement in defence surveillance capabilities as majority of the targets have been LTTE's covert locations rather than overt camps. They are in the view that exploited and demoralized LTTE cadres and people, tired of terrorist rule in the Wanni region might have open new sources of information flow to the military. The target was kept under close scrutiny until such time prevailed, the defence official further added 54 LTTE killed, 42 wounded as heavy fighting erupts in Mannar - on 02nd April Military reports received stated that, at least 54 LTTE terrorists were killed, 42 wounded and 14 others believed either killed or seriously injured in heavy fighting ensued between troops and LTTE on Tuesday(April 1) in the Wanni and Northern battle theatres. The terrorist casualties tolled in the Wanni battle theatre as troops broke into the heavily fortified LTTE defences from the Vavuniya front, yesterday. According to reports, 36 terrorists were reported killed alone in clashes at the Vavuniya front, while 16 others were killed and 36 wounded ahead of Mannar defences. At the Vavuniya front intermittent clashes broke out in general areas Maruthamadu, Sulanamarutamadu, Villatikkulama and Kallikkulama, security sources said. Meanwhile, troops gained considerable ground in the Mannar front in general areas Puliyankulama, Puttukkulama, Malikittidai, Veddayamurippu and Palaikkuli as attacks were intensified targeting LTTE strong points, sources further said. At the Jaffna front in Muhamalai, a terrorist was killed sniped, while 4 others were reported either killed or wounded in a separate confrontation in general area Nagarkovil. 2 soldiers were also wounded during the confrontation, security sources said. Meanwhile, in the Welioya front troops recovered a total of 520AP mines during separate search operations conducted in general area Andankulama, security sources said. A terrorist was also reported killed when troops attacked an LTTE strong point in the same area, sources further said. According to military reports, 2 soldiers have laid their lives in the confrontations while 22 others were reported wounded. Two civilians shot dead in Nochchiyagama - on 02nd April 2 bullet riddled bodies of civilians were found at Galayaya in general area Nochchiyagama, this afternoon (April 2). The Nochchiyagama Police has transferred the bodies to the Anuradhapura general hospital for postmortem examinations. According to Army sources, the victims identified as A.K Pediris, 62, and Jayalath Kumara, 17, have gone into the Katupottewa part of the Wilpattuwa jungle to collect firewood at around 12.45p.m. No other details of the victims are available at the moment. Motives for the killing and the identity of the killers are not known, Nochchiyagama police said. Troops overrun LTTE defence line: 13 killed, over 40 wounded - on 02nd April Troops advanced and held into an 800m long LTTE defence line at Kalliadanchan, located 1.5km North of Giant's Tank northern bund in Mannar front during an early hour offensive launched today(April 2) security sources said. According to reports received, 13 LTTE terrorists were killed and 43 wounded as heavy fighting broke out between SLA and LTTE since the wee hours. The advancing troops were assisted with heavy mortar, artillery and armour tank fire as they broke through the LTTE defences in the multi-pronged assault. Despite being heavily fortified the land stretch fell into military, with soaring losses to the LTTE what was identified as a decisive blow to the outfit, defence sources said. Meanwhile, a soldier has laid his life while 12 others were reported wounded in the confrontation. Troops are now consolidating defences while search patrols continue to clear the area. Situation Report on 03 April 2008 Situation Report on 03April 2008 Troops recover mortar bombs & fuses - Trincomalee on 03rd April 2008 Troops recovered six 81 mm mortar bombs and six Fuses during a search operation in the Sagarapura area, Trincomalee on Thursday (03) while the weapons etc given below were recovered by Troops from the Poonagar area, Tarincomalee during as search operation yesterday (03) in the morning around 7.10. T-56 Assault Rifle 01 T-56 Magazine 01 T-56 Live Rounds 25 Four terrorists killed and bunker line captured by Army - Welioya on 03rd April 2008 Four LTTE terrorists were confirmed as severely injured during two confrontations with Troops around 8.30 in the morning on Thursday (03) and again around 1.20 in the afternoon in the Janakapura area, Weioya. A soldier was reported killed in action while two others were injured. The Army also launched an attack and captured a terrorist bunker in the Janakapura area, Welioya, yesterday (03) at last light around 6.15 inflicting heavy damage to the LTTE. A soldier was reported killed in action while another two were also injured in the attack. Meanwhile four terrorists were reported killed during an Army attack in the Andankulam area, Welioya yesterday (03) in the morning around 6.30. Army captures line of LTTE bunkers - Welioya on 03rd April 2008 The Army launched a fierce attack and captured a line of LTTE bunkers while at the same time inflicting heavy casualties on the terrorists in the Janakapura area, Welioya on Thursday (03) around 11.20 in the morning. The items given below were recovered by Troops during a search operation conducted after the incident. T56 Assault rifle 01 MPMG container for live rounds 02 T56 Magazines 03 Harness kit 01 Meanwhile two terrorists were killed ruing a confrontation with Troops in the Janakapura area, Welioya, on Thursday (03) around 3.30 in the afternoon. The items given below including the body of a terrorist was recovered by Troops in a search operation conducted after the incident. Bodies of terrorist 01 T-56 Assault Rifle 01 T-56 Magazines 03 Harness kit 01 A soldier was also reported injured in a confrontation at Kiribbanwewa area, Welioya yesterday (03) around 1.45 in the afternoon. 14 terrorists killed during in Vavuniya - Vavuniya on 03rd April 2008 Eleven (11) Terrorists were reported killed by the Army due to a fierce attack launched against the LTTE in the Navathkulam area, Vavuniya, on Thursday (03) in the afternoon around 12.40 while three more terrorists were killed on the same day (03) in the Omanthai area, Vavuniya around 12.40 in the afternoon. Heavy fighting in Vavuniya continues - Vavuniya on 03rd April 2008 A soldier was reported injured during a confrontation with LTTE terrorists in the Thatchchanamadau area, Vavuniya, on Thursday (30) around 9.10 in the morning while a soldier was inured due to the explosion of an anti- personnel mine in the same area around 9.10 in the morning. Two soldiers were reported injured in the Palampiddi area, Vavuniya, due to the explosion an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the afternoon around 2.45 on Thursday (03) while in the same area yesterday (03) about the same time in the afternoon around 2.45 another soldier was reported injured as a result of an anti- personnel mine explosion. Meanwhile in the Senthappadai area, Vavuniya the LTTE terrorists sustained severe damages due to a confrontation with Troops around 2.45 in the afternoon while a soldier was also reported injured in the incident. Three LTTE carders surrendered to the Army - Mannar on 03rd April 2008 Today (03) in Kattaiadampan area three LTTE terrorists were surrendered to the Army. All three of the surrenders revealed that they have no protection and they have faced lots of inhumanities with the LTTE terrorists. These are the reasons that they have decided to escape from the LTTE terrorist organisation. Situation Report on 04 April 2008 Situation Report on 04April 2008 Dead body handed over to ICRC - Vavuniya on 04th April 2008 around 11.30 a.m. The dead body of a female LTTE cadre who was killed in entry-exit point in Omantha, Vavuniya was handed over to the LTTE through the ICRC today (04) around 10.30 a.m. Air strike - Mannar 04th April 2008 around 12.30 noon. Air Force pounded on a place deployed with LTTE mortar weapons using M24 helicopters hitting the target accurately using intelligence reports of the Army troops engaged in operations in North Yodawewa, Mannar today (04) around 12.30 noon. Pilots confirm that the air strike was successful. LTTE training camp destroyed - Jaffna 04th April 2008 Air Force launched on air strike on an LTTE training camp located in the South West of Muhamalai FDL using fighter jet planes today (04) between 6.20 am and 6.40 a.m. Pilots confirm that the strike hit the target completely destroying the LTTE camp. Situation Report on 08 April 2008 Situation Report on 06April 2008 Minister Jeyaraj Fernandopulle and 12 others killed in LTTE suicide bomb attack - Weliveriya , around 7.30 a.m. on 6 Apr LTTE terrorists have exploded a bomb targeting a road marathon organized in the Weliweriaya town around 7.30 this morning. Two terrorists killed - Welioya, around 11.30 a.m. on 6 Apr Two LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation around 11.30 in the morning on Saturday (05) in the North of Kiribanwewa area, Welioya. Heavy fighting continues - Welioya, around 12.15 p.m. on 6 Apr Seven terrorists were reported killed in four incidents during the fierce fighting which continued in the North of Janakapura area, Welioya on Sunday (06). One terrorist was killed and four were injured during a confrontation at 12.15 in the afternoon. Seven terrorists killed - Mannar, on 6 Apr Seven (07) terrorists were killed by Troops during confrontations in the Mannar area on Sunday (06). One of them was killed in the Karamhaikulam area, at 12.13, one around 2.05 in the afternoon at Malikattididal and another four (04) in the same area at 4.20 in the evening. 34 terrorists killed - Vavuniya , on 6 Apr Thirty Four (34) terrorists were killed by the Army in the heavy fighting with the LTTE in the many confrontations which has continued in the Vavuniya sector of operations on Sunday (06). Four terrorists were killed in the Madhu area, while three (03) were reported killed during a confrontation in the Chundikulam area Vavuniya by Troops around 12.20 in the afternoon on Sunday (06). Transformers blasted - Kandy, on 6 Apr Two transformers were exploded located between 7 km post and 8km post on Kandy Matale Road at Alawath!uwala, Kandy today(06) between 12.15 and 12.45 a.m. LTTE targets Civil Defense Force Route clearing patrol - Anuradhapura, on 6 Apr Members of a Civil Defense Force(CDF) team were targeted by a LTTE terrorist Claymore mine explosion when they were on a route clearing patrol in the Area of Halmillewetiya , Kebbithigollewa today (06) around 8.45. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 07April 2008 Two terrorists killed in failed bid to target STF with claymore mine - Batticaloa, around 8.25 a.m. on 7 Apr LTTE terrorists targeted a Special Task Force (STF) route clearing patrol today (07) around 8.25 in the morning exploding a Claymore mine in the URASIRI area , Vavuvathivu in Batticaloa. Air Force MI 24 attack helicopters destroy line of LTTE bunkers - Kilinochchi, around 6.15 a.m. on 7 Apr Air Force jet aircraft pounded a training camp of LTTE suicide cadres in the area West of Mankulam today (07) in the morning around 6.15. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 08April 2008 Nine terrorists killed in clashes in Mannar - on 08th April Defence sources in the Mannar battlefront reveal that 9 terrorists have been killed so far in today's (April 8) clashes. According to the sources, army infantrymen have launched an attack at LTTE bunker defence located in the Thiruketheeshwaram area around 3.30 pm. The ground troops have revealed that at least 4 LTTE cadres were killed in this incident. Army has suffered no casualties, the sources add. Meanwhile, army snipers deployed in the Parappakandal, Adampan and Thiruketheeshwaram areas have claimed that 5 terrorists were gunned down during the day. Two were gunned downed in Parappakandal and Adampan respectively and the other three were killed in Thiruketheeshwaram in separate occasions, the sources say. Troops conducting search operations in the Parappakandal area have found one T-56 riffle, ammunitions, 14 land mines, one trapped bomb, 23 Anti Personnel mines, along with food items and civil clothes left by LTTE terrorists this evening. The items have been found around 6.20 pm from two locations in the area, the sources add. One terrorist killed in fighting ; five Tamil youth seek army protection- Vavuniya and Welioya - on 08th April The Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) said that one LTTE terrorist has been killed in fighting at Vavuniya battlefront this morning (Apr 8). According to the sources, the incident occurred around 10 am when troops battled LTTE in the general area Navatkuli, in the East of Omanthai. Meanwhile five Tamil youth have sought refuge at the Army camp in Pulmudai early this morning. According to the MCNS, the youth who are in the ages of 22-28 years have arrived at the camp around 7.30 am , saying that they were fleeing from LTTE . The refugees were residents of Puthukuduiruppu , deep in the LTTE dominated Wanni region and said to have sailed in a boat from Arasimalai to government controlled areas to avoid forcible recruitment of LTTE. Terrorists continue to take heavy beating, 17 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes in North - on 07th April Military reports received from Northern battlefronts indicate that terrorists numbering 17 were killed and many more suffered injuries during the clashes between Sri Lanka Army and LTTE terrorists yesterday (April 7). In the Jaffna theatre of operations, military confirmed the snipers deployed along the Nagarkovil frontline last afternoon killed one terrorist. In addition, the sources revealed, at least 3 terrorists were either killed or wounded when troops launched an attack at a group of terrorists observed beyond the Muhamalai frontline on the same day afternoon. In the Wanni theatre of operations, troops continued their onslaught at LTTE dens in Mannar, Vavuniya and Mulaithiuvu districts during the daytime yesterday and claimed at least 16 terrorists were killed. On the Vavuniya battlefront, troops had clashes with terrorists at 3 separate occasions killing 10 terrorists. At Palampiddi troops sprang an ambush at a group of terrorists around 1.45 pm. Radio transmissions among terrorists elements revealed that 4 terrorists were killed in this incident. Troops during the subsequent search found 2 T-56 riffles, 1 hand grenade and 1 radio communication set. In a similar attack at Chinnavittu around 9.40 am, troops citing overheard radio transmissions claimed 2 terrorists were killed and another injured. Also, at another ambush carried out in the general Chennamaniattu Aru around 5.45 pm , ground sources claimed that 4 terrorists were killed . Meanwhile 2 soldiers suffered injuries due anti personnel mine explosions occurred in Chinnavittu and Vilattikulama areas during the day. On the Walioya front, troops had several clashes in the North of Janakapura and North of Kiri Ibbanwawa areas and confirmed citing LTTE radio transmission that 3 terrorists were killed and 8 others wounded. In addition, ground troops reported that 16 other terrorists were killed or wounded during separate clashes. One soldier was killed and 3 others suffered injuries during the same clashes. On the Mannar front, snipers deployed in Thirukethiswaram and Karampaikulama areas claimed that 3 terrorists were killed during the day. Meanwhile, a soldier was killed during the confrontation with LTTE last morning in general area Karampaikullama. 3 LTTE killed sniped in Mannar - on 07th April 3 LTTE terrorists were reported killed sniped by SLA troops deployed ahead of LTTE forward defences in the embattled Wanni theatre on Monday (April 7). According to military reports received, 2 terrorists including a female cadre were killed by SLA snipers in general area Karampaikulama between 1.20 - 1.30 p.m. Earlier, another terrorist was reported killed sniped in general area Thirukethiswaram at around 10a.m. Meanwhile, a soldier also sustained injuries during a limited confrontation with LTTE yesterday morning in general area Karampaikulama, security sources further reported. Situation Report on 09 April 2008 Situation Report on 09April 2008 Six LTTE terrorists killed in clashes - Wanni - on 09th April Six LTTE terrorists were killed in clashes occurred in Mannar, Welioya and Vavuniya fronts today, April 09, as reported from the forefront. In Mannar front, army snipers deployed in general area Adampan and north of Parappakandal gunned down two LTTE cadres this afternoon, sources said. Meanwhile, troops launched artillery and mortar fire observing an LTTE movement in general area north of Parappakandal around 5.20 p.m today. Ground troops have observed that terrorists fled the area with three of their cadres received severe injuries, sources said. Separately, troops on clearing operation in general area Thirukethishwaran have uncovered 37 anti-personnel mines and 3 booby traps this morning, April 09. In Welioya front, two more LTTE cadres were killed by the troops in a confrontation took place in north of Kiriibbanwewa. Another two cadres also received injuries. Two soldiers also suffered injuries, sources further added. Meanwhile, in a separate confrontation took place in north of Janakapura, an LTTE terrorist was killed while 3 others were injured, sources added. One T-56 weapon also uncovered by the troops in a subsequent search operation in the area. An army soldier also suffered injuries due to this incident. In Vavuniya front, army snipers deployed in general area Madhu camp gunned down an LTTE terrorist around 10.55 a.m today, sources said. Civilian info leads to recover IED - Trincomalee - on 09th April On information received from a civilian, police personnel have found an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Maharambakulam in Vavuniya today, April 09. According to the available information the uncovered IED was weighing of 8Kg. Meanwhile, a person who had a hand grenade in his possession was arrested by the security forces personnel at the road block in Vavuniya town this afternoon. Later he was handed over to the Vavuniya police for further investigations. Six T-56 weapons found - Manirasakulam - at 1330 hours on 08th April On information received from the civilian sources, army troops have uncovered weapons and ammunition from general area Manirasakulam in Trincomalee last afternoon, April 08. The recovery was made around 1.30 p.m and following items were among the recoveries. Item Description Quantity T- 56 weapons 06 Pouches 04 T-56 Magazines 12 T-56 Ammunition 360 Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 10April 2008 Air Force raids LTTE sea Tiger camp - Mulaithiuvu - at 1430 hours on 09th April Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have raided a Sea Tiger base of LTTE terrorists located in Mulaithiuvu coast around 2.30 this evening (April 9 ), Air Force sources reveal. According to the sources, the targeted terrorist base is situated in the Chemmalai area on the Mullaithivu coastal belt. Fighter pilots have confirmed that the target was accurately taken. However, the exact damage caused to the terrorists in this attack is yet to be evaluated, the sources add. The target has been registered following thorough air surveillance and ground intelligence, the sources further said. 11 Child soldiers undergo rehabilitation - on 09th April The Ministry of Human Rights and Disaster Management in a release said yesterday, that the Government had accepted 11 child soldiers released by the TMVP, and had directed the relevant authorities to commence a programme of rehabilitation for the children with immediate effect. The Commissioner-General of Rehabilitation Suhada Gamlath has accepted these children, who are thought to have been involved in the conflict. The parents of the children will have access to them and they would undergo psychological evaluation and counselling in addition to programmes aimed at education, vocational training and skills, according to the release. The release said that the Government appreciated the commitment shown by TMVP and that this move was a clear indication that the organisation has taken this measure in consequence of its entry into the democratic main stream. The Government has repeatedly requested all armed groups to release any children they may have in their custody, with a view to rehabilitating and integrating these children and securing of a better future for them. The release said that the Government was committed in dealing with the issue of children in armed conflict adhering to the undertaking given to several international for a including the UN Security Council's working group on children and armed conflict. It also said that the Government had taken a number of steps to secure the release of, and initiate programmes of rehabilitation for, children caught up in armed conflict. The release of the children had been facilitated by the Batticaloa Police in cooperation with the Secretariat for Coordinating the Peace Process (SCOPP) and was witnessed by UNICEF and officials of the Ministry. Situation Report on 13 April 2008 Situation Report on 13April 2008 Police officer killed by lightning - Kataragama on 13th April 2008 around 5.00 p.m. A Police officer on duty was struck by lightning and killed around 5.00 in the evening on the Buttala - Kataragama road near Gale area on Sunday (13). 48 T -56 Rounds recovered - Trincomalee on 13th April 2008 around 5.45 48 T-56 rounds were recovered by Troops conducting a search operation in Ariyankerni area, Trincomalee on Sunday (13) in the morning around 8.45. One terrorist killed and 14 injured in Welioya - on 13th April 2008 One LTTE terrorist was killed around 11. 30 in the morning in the area North of Janakapura, Welioya and fourteen terrorists were reported injured in the Welioya area during confrontations in the Welioya area on Sunday (13). Four of the eight injured terrorists were during confrontations in the Janakapura North area around 1.00 in the afternoon while four more terrorists were injured around 2.15 in the afternoon on the same day (13) in the same area. Meanwhile three incidents were reported from north Kiribbanwewa area, Welioya on Sunday (13). Two terrorists were injured around 12.00 noon while another two were injured around 5.15 in the evening. Troops also reported two terrorists injured during a confrontation around 3.15 in the afternoon in the same are and in a search operation conducted after the incident recovered 400 rounds of T-56 ammunition, and six hand grenades. 35 Anti- Personnel Mines & 4 "booby" traps recovered by Army in Mannar - 35 LTTE terrorist anti- personnel bombs and four "booby" traps were recovered by the Army during a search operation on Sunday (13) conducted in the Kattankulam area, Mannar while two terrorists were killed during a confrontation in the morning around 11.55 on Sunday (12) in the area of Vediyamurippu, Mannar. Meanwhile a soldier was reported injured and another was killed in action in two confrontations in the Illanthai area, Mannar around 10.30 in the morning and 4.30 in the evening respectively. Terrorist killed in Vavuniya - on 13th April 2008 around 12.30 p.m. One terrorist was killed and two others were injured when the Army launched an attack around 12.30 in the afternoon on Sunday (13) in the area of Vedamakulam in Vavauniya. Eight terrorist bunkers destroyed by the Army in Muhamalai - on 13th April 2008 Eight LTTE terrorist bunkers were completely destroyed in the Muhamalai area, Jaffna when the Army launched a attack in the wee early hours of Sunday around 2.00 while a terrorist was killed around 12.00 noon on Sunday (13) during a confrontation with Troops in the same area. Jaffna. Meanwhile a soldier was also reported injured in a confrontation with the terrorists in the night on the same day (13) around 8.30. Situation Report on 14 April 2008 Situation Report on 14April 2008 LTTE terrorist killed in sniper attack- Mannar on 14th April 2008 around 12.10 p.m. An LTTE terrorist was reported killed sniped by SLA ahead of LTTE defences in general area Andankulama, Mannar yesterday(April 14). According to security sources, the terrorist was killed at around 12.10p.m. Two terrorists killed - Jaffna, Manna & Vavuniya on 14th April 2008 An LTTE terrorist was killed and 02 injured when Army troops launched an attack at 04 LTTE bunkers at Muhamalai, Jaffna yesterday(14) between 9.45 a.m. and 9.30 p.m. A soldier too was injured. A terrorist was killed in a confrontation at Adampan, Mannar yesterday (14). A T - 56 weapon, one T - 81 weapon and 15 Arul type bombs were recovered in a search operation at Sirikulam, Mannar on April 13. Seven LTTE cadres were injured in a confrontation at Madu East yesterday (14) around 11.05 a.m. A soldier was injured due to an anti - personnel mine explosion at Palampiddi, Vavuniya yesterday (14) around 12.20 noon. Meanwhile, a soldier was injured when LTTE terrorists launched a mortar fire at Palampiddi, Vavuniya yesterday (14) around 1.55 p.m. A soldier was injured in confrontation at Madu East, Vavuniya yesterday (14) around 6.30 a.m. A soldier was injured in a confrontation at Karampaivillu, Vavuniya yesterday (14) around 11.35 a.m. Two dead bodies of LTTE cadres male and a female who were killed in confrontations in recently were handed over to LTTE through ICRC at Omanthai, Vavuniya yesterday (14). Five terrorists killed - Welioya on 14th April 2008 Army troops recovered 02 claymore mines, 02 detonators, 03 hand grenades and 61 anti - personnel mines yesterday(14) in Welioya during a search operation. In a confrontation in Welioya yesterday (14) around 11.45 a.m. in Janakapura North, two LTTE cadres were killed and 02 soldiers were injured. An LTTE bunker was destroyed and a terrorist killed and three injured yesterday (14) around 10.10 a.m. in Janakapura North. A soldier died and one injured in the encounter. A soldier was injured in an encounter in Janakapura North at Welioya around 3.15 p.m. A terrorist was killed and three injured at Janakapura North yesterday (14) around 11.40 a.m. A terrorist was killed and 02 injured in a confrontation at Janakapura North yesterday (14) around 10.15 a.m. Two LTTE cadres were injured in an encounter with terrorists at Kiriibbanwewa North yesterday (14) around 11.20 a.m. A soldier was injured in a confrontation at Kiriibbanwewa North yesterday (14) around 2.45 p.m. Three terrorists were injured in a confrontation at Kiriibbanwewa North yesterday (14) around 11.15 a.m. A soldier was injured in a confrontation at Kiriibbanwewa North yesterday (14) around 8.00 p.m. Situation Report on 15 April 2008 Situation Report on 15April 2008 7 terrorists killed in Mannar front - on 15th April 2008 Seven LTTE terrorists were killed in clashes sparked in Mannar front today, April 15, the report received from forefront stated. Troops have assaulted LTTE bunker lines in general area Weppankulam around 7.45 this morning. By intercepting LTTE communication channels it is revealed that an LTTE cadre was killed in this attack. Meanwhile, troops have launched an attack observing a group of LTTE terrorists in general area Palleperumalkaddu in north-east of Parappakandal at 10.40 a.m today. Two LTTE terrorists were killed in this attack, LTTE transmission confirmed. In the same area army snipers gunned down an LTTE terrorist around 11.35 a.m, the report further said. Separately, three more LTTE terrorists were killed by the army snipers deployed in general area Manthei in two separate incidents took place at 8.35 a.m and 7.35 p.m. Army soldier on mine clearing operation received injuries due to an explosion of anti-personnel mine in general area north of Parappkandal, the report added. Meanwhile, troops engaged in mine clearing operation in general areas Weppankulam and Parappakandal unearthed 9 anti-personnel mines and 9 booby taps which were laid by the LTTE terrorists before fleeing the area. Limited operations are continued in Mannar front. SLAF pounds LTTE covert communication facility - Mullaittivu on 15th April 2008 at 12.30 p.m. Sri Lanka Air Force supersonic fighter jets bombed at LTTE covert communication facility located at Panikkankulam in general area south of Kokavil in Mullaittivu this afternoon, April 15. According to the Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Andrew Wijesooriya, the air sorties were conducted at 12.30 p.m. by the SLAF Kfir jets. The targeted LTTE's communication facility was destroyed earlier due to an air strike launched on 25th November 2007 and it had been used as a relaying centre for establishing communication among the LTTE bases and cadres. The target was engaged as it is observed recent re-establishment of the facility through ground information. The pilots confirmed that the target was hit accurately, spokesperson added. LTTE claymore injures two Civil Security force personnel - Kebethigollewa on 15th April 2008 at 7.45 a.m. LTTE terrorists have triggered off a claymore mine targeting a motor cycle carrying civil security force personnel in Kebethigollewa this morning, April 15. According to available information the explosion took place at 7.45 a.m while civil security forces personnel on their bike along the Thalgahawewa - Yakawewa road in general area Kebethigollewa. The victims who received injuries were rushed to the Kebethigollawa hospital for immediate medical attention, sources further added. SLAF launched two Air Strikes at LTTE bases - Oddusudan, around 11.15 pm on 15 Apr Air Force fighter jets launched air strikes yesterday (15) around 11.15 p.m. targeting an LTTE camp located in a jungle area in Muhthuyan, Kattukulam area, 8 km North West of Oddusudan intersection. 36 Terrorists injured, one killed - Welioya, around 2.50 p.m. on 15 Apr Three soldiers were injured in a confrontation with terrorist at Andankulam, Welioya yesterday (15) around 2.50 p.m. Eleven terrorists killed on 15 Apr Two terrorists were killed in confrontations at Muhamalai, Jaffna yesterday (15) around 1.45 pm. and 10.15 p.m. Arms found on 15 Mar Ninety Anti personal mines were recovered by Army troops in a search operation at Silvarayanakulam yesterday (15). Situation Report on 16 April 2008 Situation Report on 16April 2008 16 Tamil civilians seek refuge - Mannar, around 6.30 p.m. on 16 Apr Sixteen Tamil civilians escaped the Tiger - dominated area of Vedithalathivu and sought refuge at fishing marshalling points at Pasalai and Pallimunai in Mannar manned jointly by the Navy and the Police today(16) around 6.30 a.m. Large amount of gelignite and 245 feet of detonator cord recovered by Police around 10 p.m. on 16 Apr Police searching a small truck on suspicion on Wednesday (16) in the night around 10, recovered 663 parcels each containing 150 grams of gelignite and seven rolls of detonator cord - each roll 35 feet... Army search operations recover claymore mines, hand grenades and ammunition - Trincomalee on 16 Apr The Army and a Special Police Team conducted search operations in the Trincomalee on Wednesday (16). Two transformers destroyed in Kandy area on 16 Apr Two transformers One at Maussawa Kadaweediya and the other at Relugassawa, Kelabokka in the Panwila Police area, Kandy were destroyed by an explosion around midnight on Wednesday (16). Panwila Police are conducting investigations. 83 Anti- personnel mines, six terrorists killed - Vavuniya on 16 Apr Six LTTE terrorists were killed while nine terrorists were injured in the heavy fighting which has continued in the Vavuniya Area on Wednesday (16) in the areas of Andankulam, Palampiddi, Vinayagakulam............... One terrorist killed & six injured - Muhamalai on 16 Apr One terrorist was killed and six other terrorists were injured during a confrontation with Troops in the Muhamalai area, Jaffna on Wednesday (16).Two soldiers were also reported injured in the incident. Four terrorists killed & three injured - Mannar on 16 Apr Four LTTE terrorists were killed and three other terrorists were reported injured during heavy fighting with Troops on Wednesday (16) in the Kallaiadanchan, Manthottam, Vediamurippu areas in the Mannar Sector. Two soldiers were also reported injured in the confrontations. Five Terrorists killed, 267 anti - personnel mines recovered & 47 injured - Welioya The Army on Wednesday (16) continued to engage the LTTE terrorists in fierce fighting in the Areas of Janakapura north, Kiribbanwewa and Andankulam in Welioya. Situation Report on 17 April 2008 Situation Report on 17April 2008 Two terrorists killed & anti-personnel mines/booby traps recovered on 17 Apr Two terrorists were killed on Thursday (17) during confrontations in the Adampan and Kokkadikulam area, Mannar. Four terrorists killed & 24 injured in confrontations Four LTTE terrorists were killed and twenty four (24) were injured during confrontations with Troops on Thursday (17) in the areas of North Kiribbanwewa, North Janakapura, Andankulam and Kokkuthuduwai areas in Welioya. Civilian injured / houses damaged by terrorist artillery fire in Jaffna on 17 Apr The Army throughout Thursday (17) between 5.30 in the morning and 2.30 in the afternoon launched a series of strong offensives targeting the destruction of LTTE terrorist bunkers in the Muhamalai, Kilali area, Jaffna. Air Force fighter jet aircraft pound LTTE logistics base - Mullaittivu on 17 Apr An air strike launched by Air Force fighter jet aircraft pounded a LTTE terrorist Stores and Logistics base 15 km northwest of Pudukudurippu in the Piramanthal area, Mullaiittivu between 6.25 and 6.35 in the morning today (17). Situation Report on 18 April 2008 Situation Report on 18April 2008 Clashes in Vavuniya kill 8 terrorists on 18 Apr As it is reported from the Vavuniya front, 8 terrorists were killed while 2 others suffered injuries in confrontations took place several places in Vavuniya front today, April 18. 9 terrorists killed in clashes - Mannar on 18 Apr According the latest reports reached from the Mannar front this evening, 9 LTTE cadres were killed in clashes occurred through out the day, April 18. Situation Report on 19 April 2008 Situation Report on 19April 2008 Two terrorists killed, 238 anti -personnel mines & eight "booby" traps recovered by Army - Welioya on 19th April 2008 Two hundred and thirty eight (238) Anti- personnel mines and Eight (08) "booby" traps were recovered by Troops conducting a search operation in the area of North Janakapura, Welioya on Saturday (19). Meanwhile, two (02) terrorists were killed and sixteen (16) other terrorists were reported injured during a confrontation in the area of North Kiribbanwewa, Welioya on Saturday (19). Two (02) claymore bombs & T56 recovered by Troops from Batticaloa - on 19th April 2008 Two Claymore bombs, One T56 Assault rifle and one magazine were recovered by Troops in a search operation on Saturday (19) from the Thonithattamadu area, Batticaloa. Four terrorists killed in Muhamalai confrontations - on 19th April 2008 Four terrorists were killed during confrontations in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil area, Jaffna on Saturday (19). Eight terrorists killed & military hardware recovered in Vavuniya area - on 19th April 2008 Eight (08) LTTE terrorists were reported killed during heavy fighting Troops throughout Friday (18) in the Thachchanamaradamadhu area, Vavuniya. The Army recovered the body of a terrorist and military hardware as given below including 38 anti- personnel mines after the search operations conducted after the confrontations yesterday (19). Terrorist bodies 01 (Female) T 56 Assault rifles 03 Communications equipment 01 Hand grenades 04 Anti - personnel mines 38 Meanwhile two soldiers were injured during confrontations in the Madhu Area on Saturday (19). Stock of military items recovered by Troops - Batticaloa on 19th April 2008 A stock of Explosives ammunition and military items as given below were recovered by Troops conducting a search operation in the Narakamulla, Batticaloa yesterday (19) in the morning around 9.00. Hand grenades 01 T56 rounds 750 Shot guns 01 .22 rifles 02 Claymore mines 01 Communication sets 01 Solar panels 01 UPS 02 Three Armed terrorist boats destroyed by Air Force Fighter jet - Mullaitivu on 19th April 2008 Air Force fighter jet aircraft after intensive reconnaissance in the Mullaitivu Lagoon having spotted three armed LTTE terrorist boats armed launched an air attack at 5.40 in the evening yesterday (19). Pilots confirm that the terrorist boats armed with heavy machine guns were completely destroyed by the air strike . Two terrorists killed & two injured in Army attack - Vavuniya on 19th April 2008 Two terrorists were killed and two others were injured when Troops attacked a LTTE bunker yesterday (19) around 2.45 in the afternoon in the Eelamarudankulam area, Vavuniya . No damage was reported to Troops. Terrorist claymore mine explosion misses target - Trincomalee on 19th April 2008 LTTE terrorists this (19) morning around 5.50 targeted a Police route clearing patrol by detonating a roadside claymore mine in the area of Pokurani on the Kinniya- Thambalagamuwa , Trincomalee. However, no damage was reported to the Police by the explosion. Situation Report on 20 April 2008 Situation Report on 20April 2008 6 terrorists killed in clashes - Mannar on 20th April 2008 Four terrorists were killed this morning (April 20) when troops attacked a column of LTTE with heavy mortar fire as troops spotted an LTTE attempt to breach the SLA forwards defences in general area Malikaittidal, East of Thirukethiswaram in Mannar. According to reports received, troops have engaged heavy mortar and artillery at the observed LTTE positions, at 10.40a.m. Ground troops confirmed the LTTE losses citing intercepted LTTE communication. Meanwhile, 2 more terrorists were reported killed in the same area by SLA snipers at around 11.40a.m. Troops have also recovered 05 anti personnel mines (AP) during a search operation conducted in general area Veppankulama, at around 3.30p.m. LTTE terrorist killed in armour assault- Jaffna on 20th April 2008 An LTTE terrorist was reported killed when SLA troops launched an armour attack at a well identified LTTE bunker position in general area Muhamalai, Jaffna today (April 20) at 2.15p.m. Citing intercepted enemy communication ground sources said terrorists have received heavy damages though numbers were not verified. Meanwhile, according to reports received a soldier was also wounded in a separate confrontation with LTTE ahead of terrorist defences in Kilaly. 3 LTTE terrorists killed in confrontation- Vavuniya on 20th April 2008 SLA infantrymen backed with heavy mortar fire forced into LTTE defences this morning (April 20) in general area Chinnavalayankaddu, North of Vilathikulama, Vavuniya killing 3 terrorists and destroying an LTTE bunker, Wanni military sources said. According to reports received, fighting broke out between troops and LTTE at around 9.15a.m. Two LTTE terrorists were killed by SLA snipers deployed ahead of the battle front, while another was reported killed during confrontation with troops. Meanwhile, a soldier has also laid his life in the confrontation, security sources said. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 21April 2008 Army sniper guns down a terrorist - Mannar -on 21st April Army sniper deployed in general area Kattankulam in Mannar front has gunned down an LTTE terrorists this afternoon, April 21. The incident took place at 12.50 p.m, sources from Mannar said. A claymore mine uncovered - Vavuniya - on 21st April Troops on search operation based on information received from civilian source have found a claymore mine from Thekkawaththa area in Vavuniya this evening, April 21. The uncovered claymore mine was weighing of 3.5Kg and the recovery was made around 7.00 pm, sources said. The claymore had been hidden in a bushy area covering it in a cellophane bag when it was uncovered. A major disaster was averted as the vigilance civilians in the area assist the troops to establish peaceful environment, sources further added Suicide kit found - Trincomalee - on 21st April Based on information received from civilian sources troops have found a suicide kit, along with some other warlike items in a search operation conducted at Kannya in Trincomalee this afternoon, April 21. According to the available information a lady's undergarment (Brassiere) had been designed as suicide kit by laying plastic explosive (C4) and metal balls and it was weighing of 700g. One claymore mine, three detonators, one detonator code and two 9v batteries were also among the recoveries. The recovery was made at 2.30 pm, sources added. LTTE's "Lima Base - 3" Falls on Troops - Mannar - on 21st April Troops who have launched a pre-down attack in early hours this morning, April 21, captured LTTE's stronghold called "Lima Base - 3" located at east of Kattankulam in Mannar, army sources said. Seven LTTE terrorists were killed while more others received injuries due to this surprise attack launched around 4.35 am. A stretch of about 1300 meters was also under troops control as the LTTE terrorists fled the area in a face of heavy fire power launched by the advancing troops, army sources said. The initial report received from the Mannar battlefront stated that four soldiers suffered injuries in this confrontation. SLAF destroys 3 LTTE sea tiger boats - Mullaittivu - on 21st April Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed at three sea tiger boats in the Alampil area in Mullaittivu this morning, April 21. The Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Andrew Wijesooriya, said that the air sorties were launched around 9.30 am based on information on suspicious LTTE boat movement provided by the Navy units patrolling in the area. Two heavily armed fast boats located in Alampil beach were destroyed due to the bombardment carried out by the SLAF fighters after verifying the navy's information observing dynamic pictures taken through a surveillance aircraft. Meanwhile, another LTTE fast boat detected off Alampil seas was destroyed by the SLAF fighters during this mission. A huge explosion was also observed following the bombardment, spokesperson further added. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 22April 2008 LTTE suffered heavy casualties in clashes- Mannar - on 22nd April Ground sources in Mannar battlefront reveal that the terrorists have suffered heavy casualties today (April 22) in the continued military effort to liberate Wanni from terror clutches. In the Malikkattidal area, troops engaged artillery and mortars at a group of terrorist around 12.25 pm. According to the ground sources terrorists have suffered heavy casualties in the incident. However, the exact damage to the terrorists is yet to be ascertained, the sources further add. Meanwhile, snipers deployed in the Minukkan area claimed to have killed 2 LTTE cadres around 9 am. Also, a soldier suffered serious injuries in a separate confrontation occurred in the same area. Three terrorists killed in clashes in Vavuniya battlefront - on 22nd April According to the military reports received so far from the Vavuniya battlefront 3 terrorists have been killed in today's (April 22) military operations in the area. In the general area South Palampiddi , troops have confronted with a group LTTE terrorists around 4.30 pm . Ground troops claimed to have killed two terrorists in this incident. Troops have suffered no damages/ Meanwhile, a sniper deployed in the general area Chinnavalayankaddu area claimed shooting down of one LTTE cadre around 5.25 pm. Wanni liberation continues; 28 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes - on 22nd April Finalized military reports received from battlefronts in the North indicate 28 deaths of LTTE cadres during yesterday's (April 21) clashes with Army. In addition, according to the reports, one soldier was killed and 17 others suffered injuries during these clashes. In the Jaffna theatre of battle, troops launched several attacks at LTTE defences in the Muhamalai and Elthumaduwal areas during the day and claimed 4 LTTE bunkers were destroyed. 2 LTTE cadres were reportedly injured in these attacks. 4 soldiers suffered injuries due to LTTE mortar fire and anti personnel mine (AP) explosions. On the Mannar front, troops in a pre- dawn attack captured LTTE stronghold called "Lima Base - 3" located at east of Kattankulam . Seven LTTE terrorists were killed in this incident while one soldier was also killed and 8 others suffered injuries. Further , snipers deployed in the Manthota and Kattankulam area claimed shooting down of 4 LTTE cadres. While clearing their way further into the Wanni territory, troops removed 71 AP mines and 8 booby traps laid by the terrorists. 2 soldiers suffered injuries due to AP mine explosions in Minnukkaid and Kattankulama areas. On the Welioya front, troops had a series of daylong clashes with LTTE cadres in the North of Janakapura and the North of Kiriibbanwewa and claimed to have killed 9 terrorists and wounded 6 others. A soldier suffered injuries in one of these clashes occurred in North of Janakapura area. On the Vavuniya front, troops claimed to have killed seven terrorists during the clashes occurred in Palampiddi , Thachchanamaruthamadu and Navathkulam areas on the same day. Two soldiers suffered injuries in these incidents . Limited military operations are continuing ... 07 terrorists killed in several confrontations in Vavuniya front - on 21st April 07 terrorists were killed in several confrontations reported in Vavuniya front yesterday April 21. In a clash reported in general area Palampiddi, ground troops confirmed that 04 LTTE terrorists were killed around 11 a.m yesterday. An army soldier also received injuries due to the LTTE's retaliation. Meanwhile, troops attacked at LTTE bunker line established at Navathkulam area last afternoon, sources said. Ground troops confirmed that three terrorists were killed in this attack. Separately, an army soldier suffered injuries due to an explosion of anti-personnel mine in general area Thachchanamaruthamadu while he was in mine clearing duties. The explosion occurred around 5 p.m and the victim was rushed to the hospital for medical attention immediately, sources added. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 23April 2008 13 LTTE killed, 3 injured in Mannar and Vavuniya fronts - on 23rd April At least 13 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and 3 others wounded in sporadic clashes erupted between troops and LTTE at the Mannar and Vavuniya fronts today (April 23). According to military reports received, LTTE suffered heavy beating by SLA in general areas Munkilmurichchan, Adampan and Malikaittidal. In general area North -East of Munkilmurichchan troops attacked and destroyed 4 LTTE bunkers killing 6 terrorists this morning, security sources said citing intercepted LTTE communication. In addition troops have also recovered a T-56 assault riffle during a subsequent search operation conducted in the area. Meanwhile, troops have also destroyed 3 LTTE bunkers using armour attacks backed by artillery and mortar bomb fire in general area Adampan. LTTE transmissions have confirmed that 4 terrorists were killed in the attacks, while 3 others were reported wounded, security sources further added. Troops recovered 3 anti-tank mines this evening at 5.30, during a search operation conducted North of Malikaittidal, while another terrorist was reported killed sniped in general area South of Malikaittidal at 7.30a.m. In the Vavuniya front, 2 LTTE were reported killed following a confrontation with SLA in general area Palampiddy at around 5p.m. According to security sources a soldier also sustained injuries during an AP mine explosion at Thatchchana-marathamadu. LTTE offensive attempt thrashed: 52 LTTE killed, many injured - Jaffna - on 23rd April Jaffna theatre of battle heated up since early this morning (April 23), as Sri Lanka army 55 and 53 divisions put- on stiff resistance to an LTTE embarked fresh offensives at the Army forwards defences on the Muhamalai and Kilaly frontiers. According to the defence sources in Jaffna heavy fighting broke out between troops and LTTE since 2 am this morning, as troops mounted retaliatory attacks at the offensive LTTE formations. According to latest information LTTE suffered severe beating and were pushed some 500m back from its initial positions. Seizing the opportunity SLA broke the LTTE's first line of defence in the Muhamalai front, and are now engaged in consolidating the defence lines, security sources said. So far, 38 soldiers have laid their lives while 84 suffered injuries and some of them have been air lifted to Colombo national hospital. Meanwhile, monitored radio communications and ground sources have confirmed that 52 LTTE terrorists have been killed and many injured in the latest skirmishes in Jaffna, Military Spokesperson Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said. Triple air raids target terror positions on Mumamlai FDL - on 23rd April Air Force warplanes carried out three separate air strikes today (April 23) targeting LTTE positions in the Muhamalai, in the Jaffna theatre of battle. Air Force spokesman Wing Commander Andrew Wijesooriya speaking exclusively to defence.lk said triple air raids were launched to support army soldiers battling against the terrorists in the Muhamalai Forward Defence Line (FDL). The first air raid was launched by fighter jets at 1.30 pm targeting two heavy gun positions located about 10 Km to 12 Km south of LTTE FDL , Air Force spokesman said. Pilots confirmed to have accurate hits and expect significant damages to the terror guns, he added. The second strike was also conducted by fighters around 1.45 pm targeting a rendezvous point (RV) of the terrorists located behind their second line of defence, said the spokesman. Citing pilots he added that the target was accurately hit but the exact damage to the terrorists is not known. The third air raid was conducted around 0345 p.m., as a close ground air support move by MI 24 helicopter gunships targeting bunkers located on the LTTE's 2nd line of defence. The exact damage of this attack too is yet to be ascertained, he added. Situation Report on 24 April 2008 Situation Report on 24April 2008 Army conducts search operations in Trincomalee area - On 24th April 2008 The Army recovered the items given below in search operations conducted on Thursday (24) from Palachchenakulam, BHARATHIPURAM and Chenoor areas, Trincomalee. Palachchenakulam GPS 01 Compasses 01 T56 Rounds 100 Bharathipuram Detonator cord 102 meters T56 Pouches 03 T56 (Belts) 02 T56 Magazines 06 T56 rounds 207 Air strikes destroy a LTTE black tiger training camp - Mankulam On 24th April 2008 around 6.20 a.m. Yesterday (24) around 6.20am in North West to Mankulam junction Air force fighter jets pounded LTTE black tiger training camp. Air force confirms that the air strikes are a total successes. Five terrorists killed & 79 anti-personnel mines recovered - Vavuniya On 24th April 2008 Five LTTE terrorists were killed during confrontations with Troops in the NORTH of Palapiddi and Thachanamarathamadu areas, Vavuniya on Thursday (24). The bodies of a female and male terrorist were recovered in the search operations. Two soldiers were also reported injured in the incidents. The items given below were recovered in the search operations conducted by Troops after the incidents. T56 Assault rifles 01 Anti- personnel mines 79 Improvised explosive devices 07 Troops recover large haul of war materials in Meesale - On 24th April 2008 Two LTTE terrorists were injured in confrontations at Muhamale area near A9 road yesterday (24). One soldier was also reported injured due to Anti personnel mine explosion. Meanwhile on information received from civilian troops conducted a search operation in Thennamarichchi area Meesale and recovered a large haul of war materials in an abounded house yesterday (24). Hand grenade 06 Anti personnel mines 03 Large grenade fuse 06 Ear protectors 01 Battery charges 03 Claymore remote 01 T 56 fuses 02 Belt 03 Large touch batteries 14 Gas mask 01 Troops also recovered LTTE terrorist's clothes and medical items with these large haul of war materials. Five Civilians surrender to the Navy camp in Pallimunai - On 24th April 2008 Five Tamil civilians who had escaped from the unclear area surrendered to the Navy camp in Pallimunai yesterday (24). Five Tamil civilians consisting of 01 adult male (58), 01 adult female (54) and 03 children age of (20, 19 and 18). They were reported residence of Pooneryan area. The escapees revealed that they escaped the unclear areas because harassment of the tigers and to avoid forced recruitment. Children among the escapees who fled the unclear area had been forcibly recruited to the LTTE. They too were able to escape the tiger grip and join the Government control area with their parents. Three terrorists killed, 192 anti -personnel mines etc recovered - Welioya On 24th April 2008 Three (03) LTTE terrorists were killed and twelve were injured during confrontations in the Kiribbanwewa, Andankulam areas of Welioya on Thursday (24). The body of a female terrorist and one hundred and nine two (192) anti- personnel mines with other military items given below were recovered by Troops in the search operations conducted after the incident. T56 Assault rifles 01 Hand grenades 01 "Booby" traps 09 Three soldiers were also reported injured during the confrontations. 9 Terrorists killed and 15 Terrorists injured in Troops attack - Mannar On 24th April 2008 Nine LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations at Kattankulam, Parayakulam and Adayamurippu areas in Mannar yesterday (24). Fifteen LTTE carders were also reported injured in the incident. Due to the confrontations Four soldiers laid their lives to the motherland and a total of Nine soldiers were reported injured in the cross fire. After a search operation conducted in the area troops found the following war materials. T 56 assault rifle 01 Anti personnel mines 42 81mm Mortar Bomb 06 Booby traps 06 Hand grenade 01 Situation Report on 25 April 2008 Situation Report on 25April 2008 Explosion - Piliyandala on 25th April 2008 around 6.45 p.m. Twenty four persons were killed and forty injured in the explosion inside an SLTB bus at the Piliyandala bus stand today (25) evening around 6.45 p.m. At the Kalubowila hospital among the 13 dead bodies 11 are of males and 02 of females. In the Piliyandala hospital there are eleven dead bodies, 06 of males and 05 of females. The wounded are hospitalized at the Kalubowila and Piliyandala hospitals. One victim is a Buddhist monk. The ill- fated bus was about to leave the bus stand when the blast occurred. Claymore mine defused - Colombo on 25th April 2008 around 4.10 p.m. Today around 4.10 p.m. (25) on civil information to the Wolfendal street, Police road block, police searched a suspicious parcel and recovered a 11 kg claymore mine.Conceled in the parcel. Later Special Task Force Bomb Disposal team defused the claymore mine. Air strikes on a LTTE Base camp - Killinochchi On 25th April 2008 Today (25) around 9.15am to 9.30am Air force fighter jets pounded on a LTTE Base camp located at South East of Iranamadu runaway. This camp was located at a jungle area. The air strike was launched through analysis of intelligence gathered from the air. Air force confirms that the air strike was a total success and Air force believes that the air strike caused heavy damage to the LTTE Base camp. Situation Report on 26 April 2008 Situation Report on 26April 2008 Wanni liberation continues; 34 terrorists killed, 18 wounded on 26 April At least 34 terrorists were killed when the troops attack against LTTE defences in multi-pronged assault launched in Jaffna, Mannar, Vavuniya and Welioya fronts yesterday, April 26. SLAF raids LTTE artillery positions - Welioya on 26 April Air Force fighter jets made precision air raids at identified LTTE artillery positions located North of Welioya this evening (April 26). 7 LTTE corpses handed over to ICRC- Vavuniya on 26 April Security Forces in Wanni handed over 7 LTTE bodies to ICRC officials this morning (April 26), later to be delivered to the LTTE through the Omanthai Entry/Exit point. Situation Report on 26 April 2008 Situation Report on 27April 2008 6 terrorists killed in Mannar front on 27 April A report reached from battle front said that six more LTTE terrorists were killed due to the clashes erupted in several areas in Mannar front today, April 27. 15 Kg claymore uncovered - Trincomalee, on 27 April A powerful claymore mine was uncovered by the security forces personnel at Koviladi in Trincomalee this morning, April 27. LTTE drops 3 bombs in Welioya: no damages caused on 27 April Despite heightened ground confrontations between troops and LTTE at the Wanni battle theatre, it was reported that 3 bombs were dropped by LTTE today (April 27) at the military forward defence lines in Welioya at around 1.45 a.m. 16 LTTE killed, 10 injured in clashes at Wanni on 27 April At least 16 LTTE were killed, 10 injured as fighting between troops and LTTE ensued at separate locations in the Mannar and Vavuniya fronts yesterday (April 26), according to military reports received. Wanni liberation continues; 34 terrorists killed, 18 wounded on 26 April At least 34 terrorists were killed when the troops attack against LTTE defences in multi-pronged assault launched in Jaffna, Mannar, Vavuniya and Welioya fronts yesterday, April 26. SLAF raids LTTE artillery positions - Welioya on 26 April Air Force fighter jets made precision air raids at identified LTTE artillery positions located North of Welioya this evening (April 26). 7 LTTE corpses handed over to ICRC- Vavuniya on 26 April Security Forces in Wanni handed over 7 LTTE bodies to ICRC officials this morning (April 26), later to be delivered to the LTTE through the Omanthai Entry/Exit point. Situation Report on 26 April 2008 Situation Report on 28April 2008 Farmer killed in LTTE attack - Yakavawa - on 28th April A farmer was killed when LTTE terrorists exploded a claymore bomb inside a jungle area between Nikawawa and Yakawawa this evening. According to the police sources the bomb was exploded around 4.30 pm targeting the farmer who was travelling on a motorbike. The exact location is inside a jungle patch in the Manawa area, the sources added. Police investigations are in progress LTTE building complex adjacent to Iranmadhu air stripe bombed - on 28th April Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets attacked a building complex located adjacent to the air stripe maintained by the LTTE terrorists in Irnamdadhu jungle this morning. According to the Air Force spokesman Wing Commander Andrew Wijesuriya, the air strike was launched around 9.45 am. Air force sources confirmed that the buildings were inflicted with severe damages. However, casualties to the terrorists is yet be ascertained, he added. Wanni operation continues: LTTE cadres killed in clashes - on 28th April Military reports received from northern battlefronts on Sunday (April 27) revealed that 19 terrorists had been killed and at least 8 others suffered injuries. Also, 2 soldiers had been killed and 9 others suffered injuries during these battles. In the Jaffna theatre of operations, troop engaged small arms at a group of terrorists detected in the Muhamalai area last afternoon and claimed one terrorist was either killed or wounded. Elsewhere, troops acting on civilian information uncovered a claymore mine weighing 5 kg with accessories at a cemetery at Naundil on the same day afternoon. In the Wanni theatre of operations, troops battling on the Vavuniya front claimed that 7 terrorists were killed due to clashes erupted in the Palampiddi, Chinnavalayankaddu, and Kallikkulam areas during the day. Also, 2 soldiers were killed and another suffered inhjuries due to explosion of improvised bombs in Madhu and Vedamakilam area. On the Welioya front, troops claimed to have killed 7 terrorists and wounded 3 others in the clashes erupted in Kallikkulam, Veppankulam and Manthai area yesterday. On the Mannar front, troops had several clashes with the terrorists in the Andankulama, Janakapura, Kiriibbanwawa and Kokkuthuduwai area during course of the day. Troops confirmed 5 terrorists were killed and 5 others suffered injuries while 8 soldiers also sustained injuries in these clashes. Limited operations are continuing. Vigilant civilians avert terrorists attack - Galgamuwa - on 28th April A cowardly bloodbath planned by LTTE terrorists was foiled as vigilant civilians in the Galgamuwa town, found a bomb inside a crowded bus stand this morning. According to the police sources in the area two T-81mm mortar bombs were found trapped with a timer around 6 am. The timer had been fixed to explode the bombs around 7.30 am when some 7000 schoolchildren throng into the area, said the sources. According to the police, "the bombs were wrapped in a brown paper sheets and placed inside a cardboard box as to show it as a gift pack. Unless for the vigilant civilians and for the efficient police officers in the area, hundreds of civilians including schoolchildren would have been killed, the sources added. LTTE is a ruthless terrorist organization fighting for a mono ethnic separate homeland for Tamils in Sri Lanka since 1983. The outfit's most favoured target in it s cowardly attacks has been civilians, particularly the women and children. The outfit has murdered tens and thousands of innocent civilians in village massacres, bus bombings, train bombings, and suicide bomb attacks. Situation Report on 26 April 2008 Situation Report on 29April 2008 At least 10 LTTE killed in Wanni clashes - on 29th April Troops continued advances in the Wanni battle theater as troops claimed at least 10 LTTE killed and an enemy bunker line destroyed during confrontation erupted between troops and LTTE on Tuesday (April 29). In the Mannar front, in general area Kalliankadu troops launched intensive small arms and RCL fire destroying an LTTE bunker defence at 10.40a.m., security sources said. According to ground troops 3-4 LTTE terrorists were believed either killed or injured during the attack. Earlier, an LTTE terrorist was reported killed in a SLA sniper attack in general area Parappakandal, at around 6.45a.m. Also during a search operation conducted in general area Veppankulama troops have recovered 18 AP mines, security sources further said. In the Vavuniya front, 2 soldiers received injuries due to an AP mine explosion in general area Kallikulama, while another soldier was reported wounded during a confrontation with LTTE North of Chinnavalayankaddu. Meanwhile, 6 LTTE were reported killed when troops clashed with terrorists in general area North West of Thatchchanamaruthamadu. Tamil youth shot dead by LTTE gunmen- Jaffna - on 29th April Alleged LTTE gunmen shot dead a Tamil youth this evening (April 29), near the Railway Road in general area Kokuvil, Jaffna. According to witnesses two motor bike riding gunmen have shot at the youth who was on his way home and fled the area immediately at around 6.45p.m. Motive of the killing is not known and further investigations are in progress, Jaffna Police sources said. 6 LTTE killed, 9 wounded in Wanni and Northern fronts - on 29th April LTTE terrorists continued to take beating as intermittent clashes ensued between troops and LTTE ahead of Northern and Wanni defences, on Monday (April 28). Troops claimed to have killed 6 terrorists, injuring 9, while 18 others were believed either killed or seriously injured, according to military reports. In the Jaffna front, at Muhamalai an LTTE cadre was reported killed in a SLA sniper attack at around 7.50a.m. Meanwhile, a soldier also received injuries following a confrontation with LTTE ahead of terror defences in Nagarkovil. 2 LTTE terrorists were also said either killed or wounded when troops counter attacked an LTTE offensive attempt in general area Nagarkovil. In the Vavuniya front, 2 soldiers were reported wounded in anti-personnel mine (AP) explosions in general area Palaimoddai. Separately, at the Mannar front in general area Kaddupulan 2 LTTE terrorists were killed, 4 injured when troops attacked an LTTE movement, security sources said. In addition, a solider has also received injuries in the confrontation. Meanwhile, a terrorist was killed in general area Koddaikkulama in a SLA sniper attack. According to security sources, a soldier has laid his life in confrontation with LTTE in general area Malikaittdal, at 6.10p.m. Troops attacked and destroyed 3 LTTE bunkers in general area Pikkulama, and later said that 6 terrorists were either killed or seriously injured, while a soldier was also reported wounded in the confrontation. In the Welioya front in general areas at Kiriibbanwewa and North of Janakapura, 2 LTTE were reported killed and 5 others injured according to military reports received. 10 others were also believed either or seriously injured, security sources further said. Separately, troops while conducting search operation in general area North of Janakapura have recovered following items security sources said. Hand grenade 07 Terrorist web kit 01 12.7 ammo containers 03 12.7 ammunition rounds 220 12.7 ammo links 03 40 mm grenade rounds 18 GPS 01 Field dressings 04 Civilian info averts sabotage attempt- Bandaragama - on 29th April The Bandaragama Police recovered explosives, detonators, iron nails and 2kg of ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3), following precise information given by a civilian to the Police Emergency Information Unit (119) yesterday (April 29) morning at 7.10. According to Police sources, the recovery was made when search operations were conducted in general area Veedagama in Bandaragama. A bag was found left in a by road near the 'Veda Temple' at Veedagama and following items were recovered, Bandaragama Police said. Gelignite slabs 10 NH4NO3 02kg Gun powder (low explosives) 400g Non-electrical detonators 04 Flexible wire roll (black & red) 01 Iron nuts and bolts 5kg Iron nails 3kg "Our applaud should go over to the vigilant civilians who made it possible to avert a possible sabotage attempt", Bandaragama Police OIC was quoted as saying. NH4NO3 is an oxidizing agent used in explosives, including improvised explosive devices. It is also used with fuel oil mixtures and has reportedly been used for bombs in terrorist acts such as the Oklahoma City bombing (April 19, 1995). Situation Report on 26 April 2008 Situation Report on 30April 2008 LTTE's "18 Base" falls to troops; 42 terrorists killed, 38 wounded - Mannar - on 30th April Troops have captured the LTTE's stronghold called "18 Base" (One-Eight Base) located at north of Parayakulam in Mannar front inflicting heavy damages to the enemy today, April 30. Clashes erupted when the troops deployed in general areas Parayakulam, Karukkakulam and Kattankulam were advancing towards LTTE defence line around 5.15 am and brought the entire area where LTTE's "18 Base" located under fully security forces control following heavy fighting lasted for hours, defence sources in Mannar said. By monitoring LTTE radio communication, it is learnt that 42 LTTE cadres were killed while another 38 suffered injuries due to this battle. Six army soldiers suffered injuries during this gun battle and they were airlifted to the hospitals for immediate medical attention. Sri Lanka Air Force MI24 helicopter gun ships provided aerial cover to the ground troops by destroying two identified LTTE gun positions located in general areas Karukkakulam and Chalampikulam, sources further said. SLAF bombed at LTTE heavy gun positions - Welioya - on 30th April Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets raided LTTE heavy gun positions located in general areas Andankulam and Kumbulamunai this morning, April 30. Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Andrew Wijesooriya speaking to deence.lk said that air attacks launched between 11.15 a.m and 11.30 am targeting LTTE gun positions located 12 and 14 Kilometres north of the security forces Forward Defence Line (FDL) in Welioya front. Meanwhile, MI24 helicopter gun ships raided LTTE stronghold located 3.5Km ahead of security forces defence line in Mannar front around 4.00 pm, spokesperson further added. UNDP worker arrested with a Micro pistol - Vavuniya - on 30th April An UNDP worker who is working under World Food Program (WFP) was arrested with a Micro pistol by the security forces at Irattaperiyakulam road block in Vavuniya this afternoon, April 30. The suspect, Thiagaraja Prabhakaran, was a resident of Batticaloa and he is currently working at the UNDP Kilinochchi office, sources said. The suspect was travelling from Kilinochchi to Batticaloa when he was arrested around 12.45 p.m. While cross-questioning, the suspect confessed that a terror agent have given this micro pistol and asked him to handover it to a person in Batticaloa. "The terrorists have promised to give him sum of 50,000.00 rupees once complete the task", he added. An initial payment, sum of 30,000.00 rupees, which had been given by the terrorist, was also apprehended. The suspect was handed over to the Vavuniya Police for further investigations. Wanni operation continues; 21 terrorist killed in yesterday's clash- on 29th April The multi-pronged offensive launched in Jaffna and Wanni theaters continues further resulting heavy beatings to the enemy yesterday, April 29. According to a report reached from the battle front, 21 terrorists were killed while 07 others received injuries in yesterday's clashes. On Jaffna theatre of battle, army snipers deployed in Muhamalai front have gun dawned 02 LTTE terrorists ahead of own defence line. On Wanni theatre, in Vavuniya front clashes were reported in Navatkulam, north of Palampiddi, Muttlramadittakulam and Chinnavalayankaddu areas. Troops have attacked at a terror bunker in Navathkulan and confirmed 03 terrorists were killed in this attack. In a confrontation took place in general area Muttlramadittakulam, troops confirmed that at least 04 terrorists were killed. 01 soldier has made his udder sacrifice for the sake of motherland while another received injuries. The casualties were evacuated the Vavuniya hospital. Army sniper has gunned dawn an LTTE cadre in general area Chinnavalayankaddu last morning. Meanwhile, in separate confrontation occurred in general area north of Palampiddi, army soldier received injuries and he was rushed to the Vavuniya hospital for treatment. The damages to the enemy not reported yet . Troops in mine clearing operation in general area Chinnavalayankaddu unearthed 25 anti-personnel mines through out the day, the report stated. In Welioya front, 04 terrorists were killed and 05 others wounded in a clash reported in north of Janakapura area. In a separate clash reported in the same area, troops confirmed that at least 02 terrorists were either killed or wounded. Both clashes occurred in mornig hours, the report said. Due to the fighting erupted between security forces and LTTE in general north of Kiriebanwewa, it is learnt that 02 terrorists received injuries. No damages reported for own troops. In the same area, army soldier on mine clearing operation received injuries exploding an improvised explosive device (IED) laid by the terrorists. Meanwhile, troops have removed 337 anti-personnel mines and IED during mine clearing operation conducted in north of Janakapura and north of kiriebbanwewa areas yesterday. In Mannar front, troops have attacked and destroyed 02 terror bunkers killing at least 06 terrorists in general area Manipullukulam last morning. Amy snipers deployed in the same area have targeted a terrorist ahead of the own defence, the report stated. Limited operation to liberate Wanni are in progress. LTTE fires artillery to a civilian settlement - Welioya - on 30th April LTTE terrorists have launched artillery shells indiscriminately towards a civilian settlement at Sripura in Welioya this morning, April 30. According to the available information, terrorists have fired few artillery shells from 9.30 am. It is observed that terrorists have attacked with their heavy guns located at North West of Welioya, sources said. A 66 year-old civilian who received injuries was admitted to the Sripura hospital immediately for medical attention, sources added. Security forces have retaliated with heavy guns targeting LTTE gun positions, defence sources in Welioya added. Situation Report on 01 May 2008 Situation Report on 01May 2008 Army attacks bunker & two terrorists killed - Jaffna on 01st May 2008 The Army attacked a LTTE terrorist bunker in Muhamale on Thursday (01) in the afternoon around 1.15 while the Army also fired Artillery in response to terrorist artillery fire targeting Troops. Two terrorists were reported killed. Town area in Karuppukulam, Mannar captured by Army & 12 terrorists killed, 22 injured & 2 terrorists bodies recovered in offensives in Mannar - on 01st May 2008 The Army has in the past few days launched a series of offensive actions against the LTTE terrorists in the Karuppukulam area in the Mannar sector which continued yesterday (01). An area in Karuppukulam town area around one Km in length and 600 Km wide has now been captured and under Army control. In this offensive which began at dawn around 5.55, 15 terrorists were injured. The Army also recovered two terrorist bodies in a decomposed state which they had abandoned during the earlier fighting. Troops also recovered a T56 assault rifle. One soldier got killed and one got injured. Three other terrorists were reported killed by Troops in two confrontations in the same area of Karuppukulam, Mannar on Thursday (01). One terrorist was killed around 4.30 and the other around 4.35 in the evening. Meanwhile, two terrorists were killed on Thursday (01). One was killed during a confrontation around 3.50 in the evening in the Vediyamurippu area, Mannar. Five (05) terrorists were killed and Seven (07) were reported injured when the Army launched a fierce attack on a lie of terrorist bunkers around two hours later at 5.50 in the evening in the same area of Vediyapurippu, Mannar while another terrorist was killed by Troops in the Nedunkandal area, around 3.55 in the evening . Ten (10) anti- personnel mines and five (05) "booby" traps improvised from mortar bombs were also recovered by the Army while conducting a search operation in the area of Veppankulam on Thursday (01). Two soldiers were also reported injured during a confrontation at Puliyankulam, Mannar on Thursday (01). Six terrorists killed by Troops in Kiribbanwewa, Welioya - on 01st May 2008 The Army continues to launch offensives against the terrorists in the Welioya Area. Four (04) LTTE terrorists were confirmed killed around 10.45 in the morning on Thursday (01) according to monitored terrorists radio transmissions when the Army responded to terrorist Artillery fire targeting the Welioya FDL's. A LTTE terrorist was killed in Thursday (01) during a confrontation with Troops in the North Janakapura area around 11.00 in the morning. In the evening around 4.05 on the same day (01) two terrorists were injured during a confrontation while a soldier was also injured due to the explosion of an anti- personnel mine in the North Janakapura area of Welioya. Two soldiers were injured in two confrontations with terrorists in the same area around 1.45 in the morning and 1.10 in the afternoon. Meanwhile another terrorist was killed on Thursday (01) and a soldier was reported injured during confrontations in the North Janakapura area. Four confrontations during the day on Thursday (01) between Troops and the terrorists have been reported from the Kiribbanwewa area, Welioya in which Eight terrorists and four soldiers were reported injured. Of the injured, a soldier and a terrorist were injured around 1.00 in the afternoon. Civilians seek refuge - Trincomalee on 01st May 2008 Today (01) morning around 7.30am six civilians were surrendered to the Army consisting three females and three males, arrived by a boat from Mullaithivu area to Pulmudai, Ponmalaikuda area. The escapees revealed that they escaped the unclear areas because harassment of the tigers and to avoid forced recruitment. STF recovers War materials in Kebithigollewa - on 01st May 2008 Further search operations were conducted by the STF officers after the claymore explosion that targeted the STF officers in Kebithigollewa Dutuwewa area today (01) morning. The following war materials were recovered in the same area around 7.10am in further search operations. Hand set 01 GPS 01 Hand grenades 08 Anti personnel mines 05 Map 01 Food items were also found including Tin fish Navy seizes 815 gelignite sticks with five persons, van and mortar bike - Puttalam on 01st May 2008 A Sri Lanka Navy seized five persons with a stock of 815 gelignite sticks from the Palavi area, Puttalam which were being prepared to be smuggled. The stock of gelignite, the five persons including three Muslims, two Sinhalese the van and the mortar bike involved have been handed over to the Puttalam Police for further investigations. Situation Report on 02 May 2008 Situation Report on 02May 2008 Solider killed, another injured in LTTE claymore attack- Welioya A SLA soldier was killed, while another received injures when LTTE terrorists triggered off a by road claymore mine targeting an Army personnel carrier on Friday (May 2) evening in general area Halembewewa, Welioya. Suicide belt and explosives found on civilian information - Jaffna A suicide belt, 2 kg weighing claymore mine and few other items were recovered by troops during a search operation conducted at Rajagamam in general area Vadamarachchi, Jaffna today (May 2) at around 5.15 p.m. Situation Report on 03 May 2008 Situation Report on 03May 2008 2 LTTE bunkers destroyed: 17AP mines found - Mannar on 4 May 17 anti-personnel (AP) mines laid by LTTE were found by troops today (May 4), while conducting search operations in general areas at Nedunkandal and Pulliyankulama, Mannar, security sources said. SLAF raids LTTE logistic storage depot - Mulaithiuvu on 4 May Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jets made precision air sorties at an LTTE logistic storage depot today, May 04, located 5km West of Pudukkudiyirippu in Mulaithiuvu District. 6 Tamil families, 12 civilians seek protection with security forces, Mannar - On 3 May 12 Tamil civilians from 6 families in non-liberated Molongavil area, Vedittalthivu sought protection with security forces in Mannar Saturday (May 3), due to continuing hardships and threats by LTTE and fear for its child recruitment drive, Mannar Army sources said. 31 LTTE terrorists killed, over 40 wounded in yesterday's clashes on 3 May At least 31 terrorists were killed and over 40 wounded during heavy fighting ensued between troops and LTTE in the Wanni battle fronts yesterday (May 3). Claymore mine explodes harmlessly - Trincomalee on 3 May It is reported that a claymore mine had exploded in the New Halmillewa ("Aluthhalmillewa" ) area of Trincomalee close to the Pulmoddai - Bogashandiye road in an area known as Kandauda close to the 2nd mile post today (03) in the morning around 8.30. Two injured in claymore mine explosion - Anuradhapura on 3 May It is reported that a Civil Defence Force member and a soldier of the Special task Force (STF) sustained minor injuries when traveling on a motor cycle due the explosion of a Claymore mine in the Kallepuliyakulam area on the Vavuniya - Kebithigollewa road today (03) in the morning around 8.00. Heavy beating for terrorists; 6 LTTE bodies found - Mannar on 3 May Six terrorist were killed and many received injuries in a confrontation between security forces and LTTE erupted in general area Chettiyarkattaiadampan on Mannar front this morning, May 03. 4 terrorists killed, 6 wounded in a clash - Mannar on 3 May According to the report reached from Mannar front said that 4 LTTE terrorists were killed while 6 others received injuries due to the confrontation erupted in general area north of Adampan in early hours today, May 03. 2 Security personnel injured in LTTE claymore mine blast- Kebithigollewa on 3 may A Civil Security person and a Police Special Task Force (STF) officer was reportedly injured when LTTE terrorists triggered off a by road claymore mine this morning (May 3) at Pulliyankulama in Kebithigollewa. Situation Report on 04 May 2008 Situation Report on 04May 2008 2 LTTE bunkers destroyed: 17AP mines found - Mannar on 4 May 17 anti-personnel (AP) mines laid by LTTE were found by troops today (May 4), while conducting search operations in general areas at Nedunkandal and Pulliyankulama, Mannar, security sources said. SLAF raids LTTE logistic storage depot - Mulaithiuvu on 4 May Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jets made precision air sorties at an LTTE logistic storage depot today, May 04, located 5km West of Pudukkudiyirippu in Mulaithiuvu District. Situation Report on 05 May 2008 Situation Report on 05May 2008 8 terrorists killed, 6 wounded in yesterday's clashes - on 05th May Troops on offensive operation to liberate Wanni moved further towards LTTE dominated areas inflecting damages to the enemy, the report received from the battlefront said. 8 terrorists were killed while 6 others suffered injuries in yesterday's (May 4) clashes occurred in Jaffna and Wanni theatres. Further, 26 terrorists were reportedly either killed or wounded during the same day clashes. On Jaffna theatre, an army soldier was killed while 2 others suffered injuries due to an confrontation took place in Muhamalai front last afternoon. On Wanni theatre, 4 terrorists were killed in clashes reported from Navatkulam, east of Palampiddy and south of Palampiddy areas in Vavuniya front, the report said. In Mannar, troops engaged heavy weapons targeting terror bunker line in general area VEDDAYAMURIPPU. Troops confirmed that 10 terrorists were either killed or wounded and 3 terror bunkers were destroyed in this attack. An army personnel was killed while 2 others suffered injuries, the report further said. In Welioya front, clashes reported in north of Kiriibbanwewa, north of Janakapura and NIKAWEWA areas. 4 terrorists were killed while 6 others received injuries due to these clashes. Further, 13 more terrorists were either killed or wounded, ground troops confirmed. Three army personnel also suffered injuries. 2 LTTE bunkers destroyed: 17AP mines found in Mannar - on 05th May 17 anti-personnel (AP) mines laid by LTTE were found by troops yesterday (May 4), while conducting search operations in general areas at Nedunkandal and Pulliyankulama, Mannar, security sources said. Meanwhile, 2 LTTE bunkers were reported destroyed and heavy damages inflicted to LTTE when troops forced into LTTE defences in general area Manthai, at 4.p.m. The offensive thrust was led by Army infantrymen who were backed by heavy artillery and mortar fire mounted towards identified LTTE positions ahead of the defences, security sources further added. 2 LTTE suspects arrested: 12kg explosives found - on 05th May 12 kg of explosives were found from Ambakote area in the Theldeniya Police division during a search operation conducted on Sunday (May 4), by Theldeniya Police. The explosives were found laden inside an iron box which was wrapped in fabrics and set to be armed and transported to an unknown destination. According to sources the box could be laden with over 20 kg of C-4 explosives. The Theldeniya Police had conducted investigations on information gathered during interrogation of 2 suspects who were earlier arrested at a Police road block at Mahaoya in Ampara district yesterday. The suspects were in the possession of LTTE propaganda leaflets and a book when they were arrested on suspicion, Police sources said. Situation Report on 06 May 2008 Situation Report on 06May 2008 LTTE gunman guns down a Tamil civilian - Vavuniya A Tamil civilian, a member of a popular Tamil political party, PLOTE, was gunned down by the LTTE gunman this evening, May 06. The victim was travelling on his motorbike with another from Maharambakulam to Vavuniya when he was targeted by the LTTE gunmen around 5.50 p.m, sources said. The PLOTE member who received severe injuries was admitted to the Vavuniya hospital and later succumbed to injuries, hospital sources said. Another civilian who received injuries in this incident is now being treated in Vavuniya hospital. The LTTE terrorists are fighting for a Tamil homeland separate from Sri Lanka for more than three decades and are notorious for their use of suicide bombing and assassinations. Further, Tamil political leaders and members of rival political parties were brutally assassinated by the terrorists to erase the Tamil leaderships working against the LTTE ideology. 14 terrorists killed, 10 wounded in clashes - Mannar front Security forces personnel on counter terrorist offensive operation in Mannar front killed 14 terrorists and injured many others in clashes reported from several areas today, May 06. Troops attacked at terror positions located in general area Alankulam and gained control over the area this morning, sources said. Troops confirmed that 7 terrorists were killed and 10 others received injuries due to the effective retaliation. 5 soldiers also received injuries in this clash. Meanwhile, in the same area army snipers gunned down 7 terrorists in incidents took place between 8.25 a.m to 6.20 p.m. Further, 2 army personnel received injuries due to indiscriminate LTTE mortar fire in the same area. Troops confronted with LTTE terrorists in general area east of Thirukethishwaram in early hours this morning. Ground sources confirmed that at least 12 LTTE terrorists were either killed or wounded in this confrontation. 3 LTTE bunkers were also captured, sources further confirmed. Meanwhile, in the same area, 2 army personnel received injuries due to LTTE mortar fire this afternoon. Troops on mine clearing operation have unearthed 38 anti-personnel mines from the general area east of Thirukethishwaram today. LTTE claymore explosion kills 2 innocent civilians - Vavuniya According to the latest information, two of the victims who received severe injuries due to the LTTE claymore explosion took place this evening succumbed to wounds while undergoing treatment in Vavuniya hospital. The explosion took place around 6.30 p.m in Vavuniya town area, defence sources said. The claymore mine had been fixed on a bicycle parked wayside and it had been triggered off targeting an army vehicle carrying meals for the soldiers on duty at the Town camp in Vavuniya, defence sources said. Tamil civilians in Mullaittiuvu seek protection with security forces - Pulmoddai- on 06th May A group of eleven Tamil civilians who had escaped the LTTE areas in Mullaittiuvu reached the government control area in Pulmoddai seeking refuge with security forces this morning, May 06. According to the sources, 7 males and 4 females were among the escapees. A 15 years-old child and 5 youths, ages between 18 and 23 years, are among the escapees, sources said. The escapees have revealed that they had to leave their native places to save their children and youths from the LTTE. Commenting on the prevailing situation in Mullaittiuvu, they further stated that the LTTE terrorists are forcibly recruiting underage children and youth for the outfit and occupying them on LTTE defence lines in Wanni. They have further stated that, they are unable to carryout their day today life as the LTTE is extorting money in higher rates from the civilians. Security forces have made arrangements to bring them into Pulmoddai and the security forces are providing all necessities for these escapees. Helicopter gun ships raid terror gathering - Palampiddi - on 06th May Sri Lanka Air Force , MI 24 helicopter gun ships carried out close air support missions targeting terror gatherings in general area West of Palampiddi this evening (May 5). According to the Air Force sources, air support was called in by troops engaged in counter terrorist operations on the Vavuniya front, in the Wanni theatre of battle. The sources further said that two air sorties were conducted between 3.30 and 3.40 pm at terror gatherings located in the area 1.5 km West of Palampiddi. Meanwhile, ground sources have confirmed that the enemy has suffered heavy casualties in the incident. However, the claim is yet to be verified through technical sources. Situation Report on 07 May 2008 Situation Report on 07May 2008 Troops recover War materials - Jaffna on 07th May 2008 On information received from civil sources, troops recovered the following war materials today (07) around 10.30am from a well of an abandoned house in Nirweli area. 9.5Kg Claymore mine - 01 Hand grenades - 02 60mm Mortar bombs - 02 Troops force into LTTE defences, 6 killed during fighting - Mannar on 07th May 2008 Troops continued to mount artillery and mortar attacks at identified LTTE strong-points in the Mannar front, today as Army infantrymen forced into LTTE positions killing 6 terrorists and injuring many others. According to reports, troops have met with less resistance from LTTE as sporadic fighting were reported from general areas at Chalampaikulama, Karunkandal, Malikaittidal, Alankulama and Veppankulama. Meanwhile, a soldier was reported killed when troops clashed with LTTE in general area Veppankulama, while another was reported wounded in a similar confrontation at Alankulama. Troops have also recovered 3 anti-personnel mines (AP) during a search operation conducted in general area North of Adampan. Tamil civilian shot dead by LTTE gunmen- Vavuniya on 07th May 2008 Alleged LTTE gunmen stormed into a shop and opened gunfire killing a Tamil civilian while leaving another severely wounded today (May 7) at Puntotam, Vavuniya around 6.45p.m. The gunmen have immediately fled the area on a motor bike, sources said. Meanwhile, the injured civilian was rushed to the general hospital at Vavuniya. More recoveries made by troops in Trincomalee - on 07th May 2008 Troops while acting on civilian information this evening (May 7) in general area Pokarvani, Thambalagamuwa in Trincomalee recovered a disposable rocket propelled grenade launcher and few RPG rounds, security sources said. A disposable RPG launcher with sight, a 40mm grenade launcher and 13 RPG bombs were recovered by troops, during the search operation conducted at 6.45 p.m. Situation Report on 08 May 2008 Situation Report on 08May 2008 Wanni liberation continues; Troops captures Adampan Tank- Mannar Sri Lanka army infantrymen battling against terrorists on the Mannar front in the Wanni theatre of operations, captured Adampan tank area this evening (May 8), defence sources said. According to the sources, Army liberated about 2 square kilometers area in the South of Adampan town, after hours long fighting since this morning. The newly liberated area lies between the Neelachcheana road and the dam of the Adampan tank, sources further said. Army launched the offensive around 4 am, attacking fortified LTTE bunker defences in the area. The soldiers braved against dens minefields and booby traps and captured the bunkers after few hours of fighting. By 4 pm, ground troops claimed that 8 LTTE bunkers including a trench line were destroyed. According to ground sources 9 LTTE cadres were killed and 6 others suffered injuries in this incident. The technical sources have reported the same figures . Also, one soldier was killed and five others suffered injuries due to explosions of anti personnel (AP) mines and trapped mines. Troops are consolidating their defence at present, the sources said. Separately, troops attacked terror defences in the Kaddupulan area on the same Mannar front and destroyed an LTTE bunker stretch about 200m in length in clashes lasted from 5.30 am to 8 am. Ground troops have confirmed that 6 terrorists were killed and 5 others injured in this incident. During the subsequent search, troops have recovered 500 ammo used for MPMG machine guns, 44 AP mines and 3 booby traps. Own troops suffered no damages, the sources added. Reports received so far, from the Mannar front indicate 5 sniper targets have been taken in the daytime today. The Snipers deployed in Alankulama confirmed killing of 2 LTTE cadres, while others deployed in Adampan, Veppankulama and Chettukulama reported to have killed the rest. Wanni liberation in progress 2 LTTE weapons recovered by security forces- Trincomalee Two T-56 assault riffles were recovered by troops engaged in a search operation conducted in the 9th Colony area at Mollipothana , Trincomalee this evening (May 8). According to troops, the recovery was made on information received through civilian sources. The weapons were found hidden in a jungle patch at around 2.45p.m. 6 T-56 weapon magazines and 180 ammunition rounds were also reported found during the search operation Hand grenade lobbed at SLA route patrol - Jaffna Unidentified LTTE operatives hurled hand grenades at a SLA route patrol along the Parameshwaran - Kaladdy main road in Jaffna town area in proximity of the Jaffna University and reportedly have fled taking cover among commuters and civilians present, on Wednesday at around 7.p.m. According to Jaffna security sources, a grenade has exploded but no damages were caused to civilian or security forces personnel. Troops have refrained from retaliating avoiding any civilian fatalities, security sources said. Tension prevailed in the area and among many University students who were engaged in their evening studies. Troops cordoned off the area and recovered an unexploded hand grenade during search operations conducted. 18 LTTE terrorists killed in Wanni and Northern clashes yesterday- MCNS At least 18 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and 2 bunkers destroyed in clashes erupted between troops and LTTE yesterday (May 7) ahead of Wanni and Northern defences, reports MCNS. Meanwhile, troops have also recovered 264 anti-personnel (AP) mines and 8 booby traps laid by LTTE at the Welioya front in general areas North of Janakapura, Kokkuttoduval and Andankulama the sources further said. According to reports received, 12 LTTE terrorists were reported killed in the Mannar front during confrontations, in addition to 6 who were reported killed in the Vavuniya battle front. At the Jaffna theatre of battle, troops inflicted heavy damages to LTTE where two LTTE bunkers were also reported destroyed by SLA mounted gun attacks. A SLA soldier has laid his life, while another wounded was admitted to the Palaly military Base hospital, MCNS further added. Situation Report on 09 May 2008 Situation Report on 09 May 2008 12 innocent civilians killed, 31 wounded in LTTE bomb explosion - Ampara Twelve innocent civilians were killed while 31 reported injured according to latest reports in the bomb explosion triggered by LTTE terrorists inside the "New City Cafe" hotel in Ampara town on Friday evening, May 09. Tamil businessman shot dead by LTTE gunmen - Jaffna Alleged LTTE gunmen shot dead a Tamil businessman in general area Nallur at Kopay in Jaffna, on Friday(May 9) at around 7.15p.m. 33 terrorists killed, over 40 wounded in heavy fighting - Mannar At least 33 LTTE terrorists were killed, over 40 wounded in heavy fighting ensued between troops and LTTE since this morning (May 9) in general area Alankulama, North of Giants Tank- Mannar, Wanni military sources said. Army captures Adampan Town - Mannar front Sri Lanka Army soldiers fighting against terrorists on the Mannar front, captured Adampan town area this morning, May 09, defence sources said. Situation Report on 10 May 2008 Situation Report on 10May 2008 LTTE artillery launching pad and ammo storage destroyed in air raid- Mullaithivu SLAF fighter jets made precision air strikes at an LTTE artillery launching pad and ammunition storage located North of Nedunkerni in Mullaithivu today(May 10) at 12.15p.m. 2 LTTE terrorists killed, another injured - Mannar 2 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and another injured today (May 10) at the Mannar front in clashes erupted between troops and LTTE, Wanni sources said. Woman and child wounded in LTTE mortar attack- Bakmitiyawa LTTE terrorists mounted an indiscriminate 81 mm mortar shell attack at a civilian settlement at Pannalgama general area in Bakmitiyawa, Damana today (May 10), injuring 4 people including a woman and a child, at around 7.15a.m., sources reveal. 'Ex-Invincible' sunk in Trincomalee Harbour At approximately 2.15 a.m., local time an underwater explosion damaged and caused logistic vessel A-520 (MV Invincible) to sink while moored at the Ashroff jetty in Trincomalee harbour, today (May 10). Situation Report on 11 May 2008 Situation Report on 11May 2008 Army snipers gunned down one LTTE cadre; Soldier injured in Mortar fire - Mannar Military reports received so far on the Mannar battlefront for the day (May 11), indicate that one terrorist was killed by an Army sniper deployed in the Karunkandal area around 5.55 pm. Wanni liberation continues; 15 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Sri Lanka army soldiers engaged in counter terror operations in the Islands's terror gripped North yesterday (May 10) continued their onslaught at the terror defences in the Jaffna and Wanni theatres of operations. Situation Report on 12 May 2008 Situation Report on 12May 2008 LTTE suffers more damages in Wanni battle - on 12th May Ten LTTE terrorists were killed due to sporadic clashes reported in Vavuniya front, in Wanni theatre, during day hours today, May 12. According to a report received from the battlefront, the incidents occurred in Periyamadu and Palamoddai areas. Troops confronted with a group of LTTE terrorists in general area Periyamadu around 7.30 a.m. sources said. Ground troops confirmed that 5 LTTE terrorists were killed in the incident. Meanwhile, troops have attack two enemy bunkers in general area Palamoddai killing 5 more LTTE terrorists this afternoon, May 12. Incident occurred around 1.20 p.m, sources added. By intercepting LTTE radio communication, it is learnt that terrorists suffered heavy damages in the incident. 4 terrorists killed, 4 wounded in Welioya front - on 12th May Security forces personnel who are continuing their offensive march to liberate Wanni, inflicted heavy damages to the enemy in the clashes occurred yesterday, May 11. In a confrontation took place in general area north of Janakapura, by intercepting terror transmission, it is learnt that 2 LTTE cadres were killed. One soldier was killed during this confrontation, sources further said. Another soldier has suffered injuries due to a separate confrontation took place around 4.30 pm in the same area. Meanwhile, troops have confronted with a group of LTTE terrorists in the same area last afternoon. One terrorist was either killed or wounded due to security forces retaliation. One T-56 weapon was also found in a subsequent search operation. Eight more terrorists were either killed or wounded while an army soldier was killed due to three separate confrontations occurred in the same area. Meanwhile, six confrontations were reported from general area Kiriibbanwewa. Two terrorists were killed while 4 others suffered injuries in these confrontations. Eight terrorists reported either killed or wounded, sources further said. One slain body of an LTTE cadre was found with a T-56 weapon and an I-Com set. A claymore mine, weapons and ammunition found - Batticaloa - on 12th May Troops conducted a search operation in general area Vellaveli in Batticaloa found a claymore mine and some other warlike items in early hours yesterday, May 11. A Claymore mine weighing of 5.5Kg, 55 meters length flexible wire and one 9v battery were also found in the search operation conducted around 5.00 am, sources said. Meanwhile, in a separate search operation conducted at Mudagala in Batticaloa, troops have found 2 T-56 weapons, 3 hand grenades, 300 MPMG (Multi Purpose Machine Gun) rounds, 14 T-56 magazines and an LTTE flag yesterday, May 11. 11 terrorists killed in clashes - Vavuniya front - on 12th May Security forces personnel in counter terrorist operations in Vavuniya front killed 11 LTTE terrorists during the clashes sparked yesterday, May 11. According to the report reached from the forefront, the incidents are reported from Periyamadhu, Palampiddi and Palamoddai areas. Troops have ambushed a terror movement killing 4 terrorists in general area Periyamadu in morning hours yesterday. Meanwhile, troops attacked an LTTE gathering in general area Palampiddi and monitored LTTE transmission confirmed that 2 LTTE cadres were killed in the attack. In the same area, an army soldier was killed exploding an anti-personnel mine while conducting mine-clearing operations in the area. Another army soldier was killed in a confrontation occurred around 2.45 pm yesterday. The enemy casualties not reported yet. Separately, troops have ambushed a group of LTTE terrorists in general area Palamoddai last afternoon. Ground troops confirmed that 5 terrorists were killed in this attack. No damages reported to own troops in enemy retaliation. Troops conducting mine-clearing operations in Kovitkunchu and Palammodda areas have unearthed 11 anti-personnel mines through out the day. Army sniper guns down a terrorist - Muhamalai - on 12th May Army sniper gunned down an LTTE terrorist ahead of the own defence line in Muhamalai in Jaffna last morning. The incident took place around 8.35 am, sources said. Situation Report on 13 May 2008 Situation Report on 13May 2008 Tamil political and HR activist assassinated by LTTE gunmen- Jaffna - on 13th May LTTE gunmen shot dead Ms. Maheshwari Velayudan, public relations coordinator and adviser of Minister Douglas Devanada in general area Karaweddi, Nelliaddy this evening (May 13) at around 7.50. According to available information Ms. Maheshwari, 53, was visiting her mother when she was assassinated, by gunmen who were clearly identified as LTTE attempting to guise as military, sources close to Ms. Velayudan said. Ms. Maheshwari has directly arrived from Colombo to see her mother who was said to be a cancer patient. Three gunmen had stormed into the house, directed several pistol gunshots at Ms. Maheswari claiming her life and fled immediate amidst the tensed atmosphere, informed sources said. Several other close relatives of Ms . Maheshwari were also said present during the tragic incident. "Three individuals in military similar attire but in slippers rushed into the house, asked for our identity cards and deliberately spoke in influent Tamil. We realised that some thing was fishy and in seconds Maheshwari was lying in the floor with head shot injuries. It was terrible and hardly we could react as we were traumatized by the incident" a close relative of Ms. Mahewari was quoted as saying. Ms. Maheshwari was a renowned Human Rights activist and loved among many as a representative and a figurehead of the Jaffna Tamil community; a member of the EPDP central committee and a lawyer by profession. She was also a competitive and a competent spokesperson of the Eelam Peoples Democratic Party (EPDP), a mainstream Tamil political organisation who are constantly opposing the ruthless dictatorship of the LTTE for suppressing the legitimate rights of the majority Tamils over decades. The LTTE has assassinated over a dozen EPDP members and other main stream Tamil politicians and academics during its spree of three decade long violence. Minister Douglas Devananda and other EPDP members have been on the LTTE's hit-list. On 28th November 2007, Minister Devananda escaped an assassination attempt by an LTTE suicide bomber; it was the 11th attempt on his life. Domestic bunkers for Sri Lanka's terror gripped villages in Welioya - on 13th May The Government of Sri Lanka has decided to build domestic bunkers for the villages under terrorist threats in the Welioya Ethawetunuwewa and Jankapura areas. The project worth of 60 million rupees is aimed at building protective bunkers for 600 houses in the area. The project was launched recently by distributing the aid among the villagers by the Nation building Minister Susantha Punchinilame. The Government also plans to construct bunkers at schools, government offices, and other public places under this project. Remote villages in this area dwelt by Sinhalese people have come under the most brutal ethnic cleansing raids by the LTTE terrorists during last 2 decades. Within the last two years, these villages came under several mortar attacks by the LTTE terrorists causing deaths to number of civilians and injuring many others. Tamil businessman shot dead by LTTE gunmen- Jaffna - on 13th May Alleged LTTE gunmen shot and killed a Tamil businessman, owner of a communication center at Pothpady Road in Kokuvil East, Jaffna yesterday (May 12) evening. The victim identified as Mahendran Paramanathan, 36, was shot by alleged LTTE gunmen who stormed into his communication store at around 7.p.m. The gunmen were on motor bikes and have immediately fled the area, Jaffna Police said citing witnesses. According to relatives Mr. Paramanathan sustained severe gunshot wounds and succumbed to injuries after been rushed to the Teaching Hospital in Jaffna. LTTE operatives are alleged to have increased extortions from Tamil businessmen discretely through intimidations as reported by Police sources. Earlier, on 9th May LTTE gunmen similarly shot dead a Tamil businessman in general area Nallur at Kopay in Jaffna, as he was said to have refused paying ransom to the terrorist operatives. LTTE pistol man kills a Police officer - Batticaloa - on 13th May A police personnel, one of the two victims of a shooting incident carried out by the LTTE pistol man, succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment in Batticaloa hospital last night, May 12. The two police personnel attached to Kattankudi police station were leaving after their duties when they were targeted by an LTTE pistol man at Arasadi junction in Batticaloa last night, sources said. The other victim is being treated at the Batticaloa hospital, sources further said. Situation Report on 14 May 2008 Situation Report on 14May 2008 Air Force bombs key terror training facility - Kilinochchi - on 14th May Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed a key LTTE training facility located at Kollanvillu, 4 Km South of Mulankavil in the Kilinochchi district this morning (May 14). According to the Air Force sources, few air sorties were carried out between 7.15 - 7.30 am targeting the LTTE camp. The sources said that the target has been registered by the defence intelligence authorities after thorough ground surveillance. The target was effectively acquired, the sources added. Wanni Liberation; 11 terrorists killed yesterday's clashes - on 14th May Finalized military reports received from the Wanni and Jaffna warfronts yesterday (May 13), indicate that 11 terrorists were killed and at least 17 others suffered injuries in the day's offensives. Another 22 cadres were reported to have either killed or wounded. In addition, 10 soldiers suffered injuries during these clashes and admitted to hospitals. Terrorists suffer heavy losses in clashes - Vavuniya, on 14 May Sri Lanka Army soldiers yesterday (May 14) found five bodies of female LTTE cadres along with 5 T-56 rifles, after hours long clashes occurred in the Periyamadhu area on the Vavuniya warfront. Terrorists suffer heavy beatings in Wanni battle on 14 May The multi-pronged offensive launched in Jaffna and Wanni theatres continues further resulting heavy beatings to the enemy yesterday, May 14. Two civilians shot in Trincomalee on 14 May Two civilians were shot by an unidentified gunman in the UPPUVELI Police Division, Kirripattiya Junction, Trincomalee. One female named Shamila who is 42 years of age was reported to have died in this incident. The other victim a young male aged 22 has sustained severe injuries and is being treated in the ICU at the Trincomalee Hospital. Situation Report on 15 May 2008 Situation Report on 15May 2008 29 terrorists killed, 10 wounded in today's clashes - Vavuniya, Mannar fronts, on 15 May The military reports received from the Wanni warfront this evening, May 15, indicate that 29 terrorists were killed and at least 10 others suffered injuries in the day's offensives. SLAF fighters raid LTTE military base - Mullaittivu on 15 May Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets raided an LTTE military base located at west of Nayaru lagoon around 7.30 p.m today, May 15. Situation Report on 16 May 2008 Situation Report on 16May 2008 LTTE terrorist killed, 63 AP mines recovered - Mannar An LTTE terrorist was reported killed by SL Army snipers deployed ahead of enemy defences in general area Alanakulama, Mannar (May 16), security sources said. SLAF raids Iranamadu runway - Mullaittiuvu The Sri Lankan Air Force fighter craft made precision air sorties at the Iranamadu runway this evening in Mullaittiuvu, Air Force sources said. Suicide bomb explosion near Sambuddhaloka temple ; 10 killed, over 95 wounded - Colombo Fort Ten including eight Police personnel were killed and over 95 casualties reported, following the LTTE suicide bomb attack near Sambuddhaloka Viharaya, Fort at 12.05 p.m., today (May 16). Police Sergeant killed in LTTE attack- Mannar A Police Sergeant has succumbed to injuries on admission to the general hospital at Murunkan this morning (May 16), after been shot at by LTTE gunmen in general area Malavarayan-Kaddaiadampan, along the Vavuniya- Mannar main road. Muhamalai attack: LTTE's defeated aim - The end is nigh for terrorists - Army Chief Situation report on 2008 May 17 Troops reach to Palampiddi Junction - Vavuniya Security forces personnel engaged in counter terrorist offensives to liberate Wanni have reached to the Palampiddi junction this afternoon, May 17. According to an initial report received from Vavuniya warfront said that troops reached to Palampiddi junction without much resistance as the LTTE terrorists fled the area when the security forces advanced into LTTE dominated Palampiddi area. Heavy confrontations took place in this area recently and 13 bodies of slain LTTE cadre were found in subsequent search operations conducted, sources further added. In addition, T-56 weapons, Multi Purpose Machine Guns (MPMG), T-81 weapons were also found in these search operations, sources added. Troops now consolidating the area unearthing hundreds of anti-personnel mines and booby traps which were laid by the fleeing terrorists. With reaching the Palampiddi area, the war on terror to liberate Wanni civilians has also reached to a significance phase. The brave soldiers fighting against a ruthless terrorist organization, LTTE, in Vavuniya front are moving further towards LTTE terrain. LTTE terrorist killed, 63 AP mines recovered - Mannar An LTTE terrorist was reported killed by SL Army snipers deployed ahead of enemy defences in general area Alanakulama, Mannar yesterday(May 16), security sources said. In addition an Army soldier was also reported wounded due to an AP mine explosion in general area Thrikethishwaran. The soldier was rushed to the general Hospital in Mannar for treatment, military sources said. Meanwhile, troops engaged in clearing operations in Thrikethishwaran have also recovered 63AP mines and 4 booby traps, sources further said. SL Army yesterday handed over 7 LTTE bodies including 6 female bodies to the ICRC, later to be handed over to the LTTE at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point. According to military, the LTTE bodies were found left behind by fleeing terrorists following Army advances made in the Vavuniya and Welioya fronts recently Wanni liberation in progress, continues beatings to LTTE Troops engaged in multi-pronged offensive operation in Wanni theatre inflicted considerable damages to the enemy in clashes occurred in Vavuniya and Welioya fronts yesterday, May 16. On Vavuniya front, troops attacked a group of LTTE terrorist observing their movement and by intercepting terror communication, it is learnt that 4 LTTE cadres were killed in Navathkulam. In general area Periyamadu, 2 terrorists were killed in a separate confrontation reported last afternoon. An army soldier also suffered injuries in the incident. 4 terrorists were killed while another 3 suffered injuries in a confrontation took place in general area Palamoddai. Army snipers deployed in general area Palampiddi gunned down an LTTE cadre ahead of own defence line. Meanwhile, troops engaged in a clearing operation in general area Periyamadu uncovered 7 bodies of slain LTTE cadres who were killed in fighting erupted on Thursday 15th. Six female bodies and one male body are among them. In addition, five T-56 weapons, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) and one T-81 weapon were also among the items found. In Welioya front, troops confronted with a group of terrorists in general area north of Janakapura and ground troops confirmed at least 3 terrorists were either killed or wounded due to this attack. Meanwhile, troops engaged in mine-clearing operations unearthed 110 anti personnel mines and 2 anti tank mines in general areas north of Janakapura and Kiriibbawewa through out the day. 17 hand grenades and 3 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were also frond in this clearing operation. Limited offensive operations in progress.8 LTTE terrorists killed in clashes Eight LTTE terrorists were reported killed during intermittent clashes erupted between troops and LTTE ahead of the Wanni and Northern battle fronts on Thursday (May 15), security sources report. On the Jaffna theater of battle, a terrorist was reported killed sniped in general area Muhamalai. A soldier was also injured due to an AP mine explosion in the same area, in addition to another who sustained injuries in a similar explosion at Kilaly. At the Vavuniya front, a terrorist was killed when troops advanced and destroyed an LTTE bunker defence in general area Navathkulama, on Thursday, security sources said. A soldier was also reported killed during fighting with LTTE in general area Vilakvittakulama. SLA made further advances in general area Palamoddai killing 4 terrorists and destroying a LTTE bunker defence, sources further said. Two more terrorists were also reported killed by troops during fighting with LTTE in Nedunkandal area, Mannar. Situation Report on 18 May 2008 Situation Report on 18May 2008 37 terrorists killed in fierce fighting in Mannar sector - 18th May 2008 The Army in an attack around early Sunday (18) morning around 6.00 and captured a line of LTTE terrorists bunkers in Karukkandal area, Mannar. Seven terrorists were killed in the massive attack while four soldiers were killed and three were wounded in action. Three soldiers were also reported missing in action during the attack. Thirty two LTTE terrorists were killed in three massive attacks launched by the Army in the Nadunkandal area, Mannar on Sunday (18). In the evening around 3.00 in the afternoon eleven terrorists were killed and three soldiers were reported wounded in action in the Nadunkandal area, MANNAR during a fierce confrontation with Troops. Fifteen terrorists were killed around 5.45 in the evening on the same day while five soldiers were killed and three other soldiers were reported wounded in action. Once again in the evening around 6.05 five terrorists were killed and twelve were also reported injured in another attack on the terrorists in the area of Nadunkandal, Mannar on the same day. Meanwhile, a soldier was wounded in a confrontation in Nadunkandal and another in Thalladi, MANNAR around 2.20 in the afternoon while a terrorist was also reported killed in a confrontation at 6.58 in the evening on the same day in Nadunkandal. A soldier was killed by LTTE terrorist mortar fire in Nadunkandla, Mannar on Sunday (18) in the afternoon at 1.40 while a LTTE terrorist was also killed by Troops in a confrontation at Alankulam, Mannar on Sunday (18) at 2.20 in the afternoon. Welioya: Two terrorists were injured in a confrontation with Troops around 11.35 on Sunday (18) morning while a LTTE terrorist was also killed and another was injured during a confrontation with Troops in Kokkuthuduwai, Welioya, on Sunday (18) afternoon around 12.05. A soldier was reported wounded in action around 8.50 on Sunday morning while three terrorists were also injured in Andankulam area, Welioya on Sunday morning at 8.55. Two LTTE terrorists were killed and three were injured during another confrontation with Troops on Sunday (18) morning around 11.40 in the same area. A soldier was reported wounded in action in Jankapura North Welioya on Sunday morning around 6.10 during a confrontation with terrorists. Four terrorists were injured in a confrontation with Troops on Sunday afternoon around 12.05 while two soldiers were reported wounded in action in the Kiriibanwewa Area, Welioya in the incident. 180 (one hundred and eighty) Anti - personnel mines, 21 (twenty one) Improvised Explosive Devices, 10 (Ten) 60mm mortar bombs and two pouches were recovered by Troops in search operations conducted on Sunday (18). A soldier was reported killed while another suffered injuries due to an explosion of an IED Sunday (18) around 9.30 in the morning in Janakapura North. Nine terrorists killed and two injured in Vavuniya - 18th May 2008 Nine LTTE terrorists were killed two were reported injured in three confrontations with Troops on Sunday (18). Eight (08) of the LTTE terrorists were killed in a confrontation with Troops in Palamoddai area, Vavuniya on Sunday (18) in the afternoon at 12.35. Another terrorist was killed in another confrontation in the afternoon at 3.20 on the same day (18) in Mundimurippu area, Vavuniya at 3.20 in the afternoon while two terrorists were reported injured during a fire fight at Kallikulam around 3.50 in the evening. A soldier was also killed in action around 8.30 in the morning on Sunday (18) North East of Periyamadhu area, Vavuniya. Seven terrorists killed and seven injured in Vavuniya - 18th May 2008 Seven terrorists were killed and seven more terrorists were injured during confrontations with Troops on Sunday (18). Four soldiers were also killed and three were wounded in action on the same day (18). Six of them were killed at Ampaddnakulam area, Vavuniya in the morning around 10.30 while another was killed and two were injured in another confrontation around 11.53 in the morning at Maruthankulam. Around 2.00 in the afternoon on Sunday (18), Troops fired at terrorists injuring five of them traveling in a tractor in the area of Kayankulam, while another two terrorists were reported severely injured in another confrontation in Navathkulam area, Vavuniya. Meanwhile, two soldiers were killed and another was reported wounded in action by LTTE terrorists mortar fire around 8.45 on Sunday (18) morning in Periyamadhu area. Two soldiers were wounded due the explosion of an anti - personnel mine while on duty in Palampiddi area around 12.05 in the afternoon while two more soldiers were also reported killed due to the explosion of an anti - personnel mine on the Sunday afternoon at 12.50. Two terrorists killed and two injured in Muhamale - 18th May 2008 A soldier was killed and another was reported injured in Muhamale, Jaffna due to LTTE terrorist mortar fire on Sunday (18) around 11.20 in the morning while Troops recovered a hand grenade during a search operation conducted in Jaffna Town on Sunday (18) 12.40 in the afternoon. Five incidents were reported from Muhamale area on Sunday (18). Two terrorists were killed and two other terrorists were reported injured during a confrontation in Muhamale, on Sunday (18) in the evening around 5.10 while at 5.30 pm a soldier was reported injured in the same area. Later around 6.05 in the evening two soldiers were also reported wounded in action in the same area of Muhamale. Seven terrorist's dead bodies handed over to ICRC - Vavuniya 18th May 2008 Seven dead bodies of LTTE cadres (6 females and 01 male) killed in recent confrontations in Vavuniya were handed over to ICRC yesterday (18) on 4.00 p.m. at Omanthae Entry/ Exit point, Vavuniya. Air Strikes - 18th May 2008 around 11.50 a.m. Air Force pounded a terrorist LTTE tactical operations center in Andankulam three kilometers ahead of the Mannar Forward Defence Lines (FDL's) using MI 24 fighter helicopters today(18) around 11.50 a.m. Around 11.05 p.m. last night too air strike was launched on the same place using MI 24 fighter helicopters. Pilots confirm the targets were accurately hit. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 19May 2008 Army thwarts terror attack on Mannar defence; LTTE turns tail with heavy casualties - on 19th May LTTE terrorist yesterday (May 18) made an abortive attempt to halt the army advance on the Mannar front by attacking the Nadunkandal army deployments. According to military spokesperson Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara the terrorist launched heavy mortar fire around 1.40 pm. One soldier was killed in this incident. Later, the terrorists attacked the army defence around 3 pm. Troops gave an effective retaliation killing 11 terrorists and forcing the others to withdraw, he said. 4 soldiers suffered injuries in this incident, he added. The terrorist again made an attempt to capture the Nadunkandal army defence around 5.45 pm but failed in the face of army counter offensive, Brigadier Nanayakkara further said. During this incident which was lasted for more than one hour 21 terrorists reported to have killed and 12 other suffered injuries. Also, 5 soldiers were killed in action and 3 suffered injuries, he added. Meanwhile in a separate incident, army attacked and captured an LTTE bunker defence in the Karukkandal area around 6, last morning. 7 terrorists reported to have killed in this incident while 4 soldiers were killed 3 went on missing and 4 suffered injuries. At Alankulma , troops reported to have killed one terrorist in a confrontation occurred around 2.20 pm . Limited counter terror offensives are being continued. Sporadic clashes continue in Vavuniya front: 8 terrorists killed - on 19th May Troops forced into terrorist defences in the Vavuniya front yesterday (May 18) as sporadic clashes were reported between troops and LTTE in Periyamadu, Palampiddi, Palamoddai and Mundimurippu general areas , security sources said. Eight LTTE terrorists were killed in addition to 5 soldiers who have laid their lives during the confrontations, on Sunday. Four soldiers were also reported wounded including two due to an AP mine explosion in general area Palampiddi. 2 terrorists were also believed either killed or seriously injured during a confrontation with troops in Palamoddai general area, at 3.30.p.m. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 20May 2008 Troops dismantle LTTE offensive: 12 killed, 21 wounded in Wanni fighting on 20th May SLA troops deployed ahead of the recently liberated Palampiddi area, Vavuniya have totally neutralized an LTTE offensive attempt to open -up the military defences in a heavy gun attack mounted from non-liberated areas on Monday (May 19). LTTE offensive elements were forced to withdraw with soaring casualties during what was said as 'sustained heavy retaliation' by security forces, Wanni defence sources report. At least a dozen terrorists were killed and 21 others injured during the counter terrorist operations launched since yesterday morning at around 5, at the Wanni battle fronts. According to military Spokesperson Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara, 7 terrorists were reported killed in confrontations ensued with troops in Periyamadu, Palamipiddi and Mullikulama general areas, while 5 others were also said killed during fighting in Welioya defences. At the Welioya front, confrontations with LTTE were reported from general areas Janakapura, Andankulama and Kokkuthuduwal, the sources further said. 21 terrorists were wounded during the fighting on Monday, MCNS reported. Meanwhile, 3 soldiers have also laid their lives in addition to 8 battle casualties, sources further added. Situation Report on 21 May 2008 Situation Report on 21May 2008 Wanni liberation continues; 23 terrorists killed yesterday's offensives Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) says that 23 killed and at least 26 wounded in yesterday's (May 20) clashes reported from Welioya, Mannar, Vavuniya and Muhamalai battlefronts. On the Welioya front, troops confronted with the terrorists in the Kuhankankulama, Paliyandankulama, Kuttankulama, Kokkuthuduwai, North of Janakapura and North of Kiriibbanwewa during the course of the day and claimed to have killed 5 terrorists and injured 17 others. During these operations troops have uncovered 3 hand grenades, 1 T-56 riffle, 12 mortar bombs (120mm), 18 mortar bombs (81mm), 11 improvised bombs and 236 anti personnel mines (AP). Also, 2 soldiers suffered injuries in a confrontation took place in the North of Janakapura area. On the Mannar front, troops had a confrontation with the terrorists last afternoon and claimed to have killed one LTTE cadre. A soldier suffered injuries due to an AP mine blast at Minukkai on the same day evening. On the Vavuniya front, clashes continued in the Nadunkerni, Nenukkuddikulama, Mullimurippu and Periyamadhu areas and terrorists numbering 17 were reportedly killed and 9 others suffered injuries. Two bodies of slain LTTE cadres were also found following a clash occurred in the Periyamadhu area. 8 soldiers suffered injuries during these clashes. Finally, in the Jaffna theatre of battle, the MCNS claimed that army had destroyed 10 LTTE bunkers at Muhamalai during the day and injured 3 LTTE cadres. 4 soldiers were also injured in this clashes. Limited offensives are continuing. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 22May 2008 5 LTTE terrorists killed; bodies recovered- Vavuniya - on 22nd May Troops continued to dominate in the Wanni battle front today (May 22) as Army infantrymen carried out sporadic attacks at LTTE, security sources said. According to MCNS, 5 terrorists were killed in a confrontation with SLA in general area North of Parappakadaththan in Vavuniya at around 2.50p.m. Meanwhile, during a subsequent search operation conducted in the area troops have recovered 5 LTTE bodies along with 5 T-56 assault riffles, the sources further added. 2 TMVP members gunned down by unidentified gunmen - Kaththankudi - on 22nd May Two TMVP (Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Pulikal) members were gunned down by unidentified gunmen in Kaththankudi town today, May 22. The victims were identified as Shanthan, the party's chief organizer of Kaththankudi, and Parasuraman, sources said. According to available information the victims were riding a motorbike when they were shot by the gunmen in front of the Kaththankudi bus stand around 11.55 a.m. Two more civilians who received injuries in this shooting incident were also admitted to the Batticaloa hospital, sources further said. The TMVP was formed as a Tamil political party by the former eastern leader of the LTTE, Karuna Amman. Since then the party members have been fighting for survival against violence unleashed on them by the LTTE terrorists as well as the hateful propaganda campaigns engineered by pro-terror NGO activists. Soldier injured in LTTE claymore mine explosions- Akkaraipattuwa - on 22nd May A soldier received minor injuries when LTTE terrorists triggered off 2 byroad claymore mines, targeting an Army route clearing patrol along the Akkaraipattuwa - Pottuvil main road in Akkaraipattuwa, today (May 22) at around 10.15a.m. The explosions were said, have occurred between Urani and Komari general areas, MCNS sources said. The injured soldier was immediate rushed to the general hospital at Akkaraipattuwa. During subsequent search operations conducted, troops have found 4 battery cells, sources further said. Two more LTTE bodies handed over to ICRC- Vavuniya - on 22nd May Sri Lankan Army has handed over two more LTTE bodies located by troops during search operations conducted in Vavuniya battle front to the ICRC officials today(May 22), at around 10a.m. According to military, the ICRC has made preparations to handover the bodies to the LTTE at the Omanthai' Entry/ Exit point. Situation Report on 23rd May 2008 Situation Report on 23rdMay 2008 Army hands over 4 LTTE bodies to ICRC Four more bodies of female LTTE cadres who were killed in recent clashes in Welioya handed over to ICRC officials at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point this afternoon, May 23. Pro-LTTE reports on attacks against civilians refuted The Sri Lanka Army flatly refutes and despises attempts of the pro-LTTE media to blame the Army over alleged explosions of claymore mines in un-cleared areas of Kilinochchi, targeting both an ambulance and a van during the course of the day (23rd 2008). SLAF fighters destroy LTTE boat hideout Sri Lanka Air Force supersonic fighter jets carried out an air attack targeting an LTTE boat hideout this afternoon, May 23. SLAF launches air support missions - Mannar Front Sri Lanka Air Forces fighters launched air support missions in Mannar front this afternoon, May 23. Air Force fighter jets pound on terror command centre - North of Mannar Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded on an LTTE Command Centre located in the Parappakadattan area, on the Mannar warfront this morning (May 23). One soldier killed in LTTE claymore attack - Bakmitiyawa An army soldier was killed due to a claymore explosion carried out by the LTTE terrorists in general area Bakmitiyawa in Ampara this morning, May 23. Tamil civilian shot dead by alleged LTTE gunman- Vavuniya A Tamil civilian was shot dead by an alleged LTTE gunman in Manipura-Ganeshapur area at Nelukkulama around 12.30a.m., today (May 23), Vavuniya Police said. Situation Report on 24 May 2008 Situation Report on 24May 2008 Terror bomb attack at civilians averted- Ganemulla Sri Lanka Police Special Task Force (STF) bomb disposal team defused a time bomb weighing 1.25 kg this evening found in a public transport bus at Kossinna in Ganemulla (May 24) . According to the defence sources, the conductor of the bus who initially detected the ownerless parcel has thrown it out of the bus at a remote location. Then he has alerted the STF on the suspected parcel, the sources said. The bomb was found in the bus that was due to leave Colombo from Parakandeniya. According to the sources, there were no passengers in the bus when the conductor detected the suspected parcel found under one of the passenger seats. More details will follow. 13 LTTE terrorists killed in skirmishes at Wanni and North 13 LTTE terrorists were killed and 8 others reported wounded during fighting ensued between troops and LTTE ahead of the Wanni and Northern defences on Friday (May 23), security sources said. Troops have also destroyed 13 LTTE bunker defences during a military offensive launched at LTTE positions south of the A-9 trunk road at Muhamalai, according to MCNS sources. Two soldiers have also received injuries during the confrontations. Separately, at Muhamalai 3 other terrorists were reported killed during a fierce fighting erupted between troops and LTTE at around 5.45p.m. On the Vavuniya battle front, 4 terrorists were killed in confrontations in general areas at Periyamadu and Navathkulama. 10 hand grenades were also recovered by troops during subsequent search operations conducted, MCNS sources said. On the Mannar front, an LTTE terrorist was killed in confrontation with troops in general area Nedunkandal, at around 5.45p.m. In addition, a soldier was also killed and another reported wounded due to an IED explosion in the same area at around 6.30a.m. According to military, 4 terrorists were killed and 8 others wounded during a fierce gunfire exchange between troops and LTTE terrorists at Kurunkandai, Mannar yesterday morning. Meanwhile, another terrorist was also reported killed by troops in general area Vediyanmurippu Situation Report on 25 May 2008 Situation Report on 25May 2008 Another time bomb found in Kandy - On 25th May 2008 Police personnel of Wattegama police station have found a time bomb placed near an electric transformer at Madawala Junction this morning (May 25). According the Media Centre for National Security (MCNS), the bomb has been discovered by the police around 9.20 am on information provided by a vigilant civilian. The army bomb disposal team has defused the bomb. The weight of the bomb is about 1kg, said the sources. Police investigations are in progress. 7 LTTE terrorists killed, 22 wounded in Wanni and Northern clashes - On 25th May 2008 7 LTTE terrorists were killed and 22 others reported wounded during counter terrorist operations continued by military on Saturday (May 24), at the Wanni and Northern battle theaters. Two soldiers have laid their lives and 7 wounded, MCNS reported. At the Jaffna battle theater in Muhamalai, troops have destroyed 11 LTTE bunker defences, security sources said. A soldier was also reported wounded due to an AP mine explosion in general area Nagarkovil, sources further added. Also, the military said, a terrorist was killed and 4 others wounded during clashes between troops and LTTE in general areas at Vediyamurippu, Nedunkandal and Malithidal at the Mannar front. According to security sources, a soldier has also been wounded during the confrontations. At the Vavuniya battle front, a terrorist was reported killed and 4 other terrorists wounded in yesterday's clashes, MCNS further said. On the Welioya front, 5 terrorists were killed and 14 others wounded during ensued confrontations between troops and LTTE in general area Janakapura. According to military a soldier was also killed and 5 other also reported wounded in the confrontations. Situation Report on 26 May 2008 Situation Report on 26May 2008 An LTTE expert in explosive devices killed in air raid - Mannar An expert in explosive devices of the LTTE in Mannar front identified as "Dhora" has been killed in a successful air raid carried out by the SLAF MI-24 helicopters this morning, May 26. 7 Killed, 73 wounded in LTTE bomb explosion - Dehiwala 7 civilians were killed including a pregnant mother and 73 more passengers suffered injuries when the LTTE terrorists exploded a bomb inside a highly crowded Colombo-Panadura train around 4.55 p.m today. LTTE on the run as Wanni operations continue; 21 killed, 19 wounded Sri Lankan Army troops continued to dominate at the Wanni and Northern defences as reports received indicate that at least 21 terrorists were killed, and 19 wounded during the military launched counter terrorist operations on Saturday (May 25). SLAF launches close air support mission Mannar front Launched close air support mission in Mannar front this morning, May 26. the air sorties launched targeting LTTE stronghold located in general area Andankulam, 1.5 Km north of the security forces defence in Mannar front. Situation Report on 26 May 2008 Situation Report on 27May 2008 TULF Leader suspects LTTE for both Dehiwala and Kilinochchi bomb blasts President of Sri Lanka's oldest Tamil political party, Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) Leader V.Ananda Sangaree while condemning the Kilinochchi claymore mine attack and the Dehiwala train bomb attack that killed sixteen and nine civilians respectively queried how could the army or paid agents of the army strike so close to the LTTE headquarters in Kilinochchi, as claimed by some Tamil newspapers. Situation Report on May 29 Situation Report on May 29 21 terrorists killed , 11 wounded in yesterday's clashes in North Finalized military reports received form the warfronts in the North for today (May 29) indicate that 21 terrorists were killed and 11 others wounded in counter terrorist operations conducted in the Jaffna and the Wanni theaters of battle. Details of Civilians killed and injured in LTTE Artillery Attack Six civilians were killed and twelve injured in a brutal attack by the LTTE early today (29) morning. Several innocent children have also been killed and injured in this cruel incident. Army captures "Munagam" Tiger base 59 Division, after three days of relentless attacks, captured the critical terrorist base of the Tigers situated nearly six (06) Km ahead of North Janakapura, Welioya FDL's identified as "Munagam Base", in the evening around 3.00 to 4.00 on Thursday (29). Situation Report on May 30 Situation Report on May 30 LTTE terrorists murder elderly mother, injure her husband - Rajanganaya A group of LTTE terrorists believed to have come out from the Wilpaththu jungle has murdered a 50 year old mother and injured her husband at the Yaya 18 (Zone 18) village around 8.45 pm, today (30 May). Five suicide jackets found; suspect detained - Chilaw Police acting on an information received from intelligence sources found 5 jackets designed for the LTTE suicide bombers from Maina Doopatha (an islet) in the Chilaw area this evening (May 30). Police find LTTE claymore in public transport bus - Moratuwa Sri Lanka police personnel on duty at the main bus stand, Moratuwa have found a claymore mine inside a public transport bus around 9.30 pm, today (May 30). Situation Report on 01 June 2008 Situation Report on 01June 2008 Counter terrorist ops continue, 26 LTTE killed, 23 wounded in fighting Sri Lankan security forces claimed that at least 26 LTTE terrorists were killed and 23 wounded during fighting ensued between troops and LTTE in the Wanni and Northern battle fronts on Friday (May 30). In addition 4 soldiers have laid their lives and 13 others reported wounded, security sources said. According to reports received, 3 LTTE terrorists were killed and 4 injured at the Vavuniya battle front, while military claimed that a soldier was also killed and another 2 wounded in the fighting. Meanwhile, Army infantrymen forced into the LTTE defences at Mannar during multi-pronged counter terrorist operations launched on Friday as heavy clashes were reported in Koddikulama, Nedunkandal and Pulliyankulama general areas. 19 terrorists were reported killed, another 15 wounded during the clashes, security sources said. At the Welioya battle front, 3 terrorists were killed and similar numbers wounded during clashes, security sources said. A soldier was also wounded in the fighting, the sources added. Situation Report on 02 June 2008 Situation Report on 02June 2008 9 terrorists killed, 6 wounded in yesterday's clashes Nine LTTE terrorists were killed while another 6 suffered injuries due to the clashes erupted in Jaffna and Wanni theatres yesterday, May 31, MCNS sources said. In addition 4 soldiers have laid their lives and 6 others reported wounded, MCNS added. On Jaffna theatre, citing a finalized military report MCNS said that 3 terrorists were suffered injuries due to yesterday's clashes. An army soldier was killed while another suffered injuries clashes ensued in the same front. On Wanni theatre, in Vavuniya front, 7 terrorists were killed while no casualties were reported for own troops. In Mannar front, 3 soldiers suffered injuries and they were evacuated to the Mannar hospital. In Welioya front, 2 terrorists were killed while another 3 suffered injuries due to yesterday's clashes. 3 soldiers have laid their lives while 2 more received injuries in the same front, MCNS stated. Soldier killed and three terrorists injured in Jaffna A soldier was reported killed in action during a confrontation with terrorists in KILLALI area, JAFFNA on Saturday (31) morning around 7.30. While three terrorists were injured during a fire fight in NAGARKOVIL area JAFFNA on the same day (31). On the same day a soldier was also reported wounded in action in a confrontation in MUHAMALAI area, JAFFNA Situation Report on 03 June 2008 Situation Report on 03June 2008 Tiger Terrorist Hideouts Strafed - Kilinochchi Three LTTE key positions in Kilinochchi district were strafed by fighter craft of Sri Lanka Air Force Wednesday (4) afternoon after intelligence confirmed that some activity was going on. Two LTTE artillery points, one at Kalmunai Point in Jaffna and the other one at Sorampattu, about 10 km southeast of Muhamale Forward Defence Line (FDL) were shelled at about 1.30 p.m. and 1.35 p.m. respectively. A couple of minutes after those aerial attacks, Air Force conducted another air sortie on an LTTE Sea Tiger base, about 1 km southeast of Nayaru lagoon in Mullaithivu district. Bomb explosion in Wellawatta [03rd Lead] A bomb has been exploded in a location along the rail track between Wellawatta and Dehiwala railway stations this morning, June 04. It is believed that the bomb had been triggered off targeting the Colombo bound highly crowed passenger train. According to the available information, explosion occurred around 7.10 a.m. The director of the Kalubowila teaching hospital said that 18 civilians, 15 males and 3 females, who suffered minor injuries have already been admitted to the hospital following the explosion. Minor damages reported to the railway track, police sources added. Earlier, 9 civilians were killed including a pregnant mother and 84 more passengers suffered injuries when the LTTE terrorists exploded a bomb inside a highly crowded Colombo- Panadura train around 4.55 p.m on 26th May 2008. Situation Report on 04 June 2008 Situation Report on 04June 2008 Wanni operation in progress; 10 terrorists killed, 6 wounded Security forces personnel engaged in counter terrorist offensive operation are inching further towards LTTE terrain inflicting damages to the enemy in Jaffna and Wanni fronts. According to the finalized military report received from the forefront said that 10 LTTE terrorists were killed while 6 others suffered injuries. 23 more terrorists were reported either killed or wounded. Three security forces personnel have laid their lives for the motherland and 4 suffered wounds in yesterday's clashes. In Wanni theatre, in Vavuniya front, clashes were reported from Tunnikddukulam and Kollkowilmadukulam areas. 3 terrorists were killed and another suffered injuries. Meanwhile, troops engaged in route clearing patrol unearthed a land mine weighing of 8Kg in general area Mahakachchakodiya. In Mannar front, 2 terrorists were killed while 5 others reported killed or wounded due to the confrontations took place in Koddaikkulam and Mvllikkandal areas. An army soldier also suffered injuries during these confrontations. Troops engaged in clearing operations in newly captured Kattankulam uncovered 17 anti-personnel mines through out the day. In Welioya front, 7 LTTE terrorists were killed and 6 suffered injuries due to clashes sparked between security forces and LTTE in general area north of Janakapura and north of Kiriibbanwewa areas during day hours yesterday. 18 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded, the report said. Troops engaged in mine clearing operation unearthed 72 anti-personnel mines and a booby trap in general area north of Janakapura. In Jaffna theatre, army snipers deployed in general area Muhamalai gunned down an LTTE terrorist ahead of own defence line. Limited offensive operations are in progress to liberate civilians in Wanni from the LTTE clutches. MI 24 Helicopter Gunships pound terror bunker line - Periyamadhu Sri Lanka Air Force flew close air support missions to ground troops moving ahead on the Vavuniya battlefront this morning (June 3). According to the Air Force sources, MI 24 helicopter gunships attacked an established LTTE bunker line in the Periyamadhu area around 7 am. The sorties were carried out to assist the soldiers of army 57 division. Counter terror offensives are being continued. 46 Terrorists killed, 26 wounded in yesterday's clashes in Wanni and Jaffna Situation report on 2008 June 05 46 Terrorists killed, 26 wounded in yesterday's clashes in Wanni and Jaffna Finalized military reports received yesterday (June 4) from warfronts in the Island's northern province indicate stepped up attacks by Sri Lanka Army at the LTTE positions. In the Jaffna theatre of battle, troops confronted in the Muhamalai and Kilaly areas in four separate incidents and claimed one LTTE cadre was killed and 2 others wounded. In addition, one soldier was killed and 2 others suffered injuries during these clashes. In the Wanni theatre of battle, troops continued to engage terror positions on the Vavuniya, Mannar and Welioya front throughout the day. On the Vavuniya front, troops confronted with the terrorist at 6 separate incidents and reported to have killed 38 terrorists and wounded 20 others. In the general area Periyamadhu, troops attacked a tractor transporting terrorists using rocker propeller grenades last evening. Ground troops confirmed 5 terrorists were killed in the incident. Again in the same general area , troops had two separate confrontations during the evening hours and claimed 11 terrorists were killed and 3 others wounded. In the general area Vilattikulama , troops ambushed a group of terrorists last afternoon. Monitored radio transmissions among the LTTE units revealed that 5 terrorists were killed and 10 others wounded in the incident. Meanwhile, in confrontations occurred in the Navvi area from forenoon to evening, LTTE radio transmissions confirmed that 17 terrorists were killed and 7 others wounded. While engage in clearing operations, 2 soldiers suffered injuries due to anti personnel (AP) mine explosions occurred in the Alakaddivallikulama area last evening. Meanwhile, troops clearing Muppankulama area removed 46 AP mines and 6 improvised bombs. On the Mannar front, troops conducted counter terror offensives in the Nadunkandal area during the morning hours and claimed to have killed 4 LTTE cadres and wounded 2 others. One terror bunker was also reportedly destroyed. One soldier suffered injuries. Meanwhile, in 14 civilians came from non liberated areas sought refuge from the security forces. The IDPs were directed to IDP centre at Pariyarakandal after having registered with the police. On information received from a civilian, a remote controlled claymore mine along with 3 detonators found in the Pesalai area. On the Welioya front, troops had a series of clashes in the Kokkuthuduvai , North of Andankulam , North of Janakapura during the day . According to the reports 3 terrorist were killed , 2 others wounded and 8 others were either killed or wounded in these incidents . Troops suffered no casualties. Also , troops found 3 improvised bombs , 9 AP mines, and 1 riffle (T-56). Limited offensives are continuing. Situation Report on 06th June 2008 Situation Report on 06th June 2008 05 LTTE cadres killed &18 wounded in Welioya battle front WELIOYA: 01 LTTE cadre was killed and another one was injured in an incident taken place at 07.55 a.m in KIRI IBBANWEWA NORTH area yesterday (05). 05 LTTE cadres were wounded in an incident taken place at 10.00am in the KIRIIBBANWEWA North area and 02 pairs of boots, 300 live rounds, and one magazine also recovered by the troops from the area yesterday (05). 01 LTTE cadre was injured in an incident taken place at 01.14.p.m in KALYANIPURA area yesterday (05). 02 LTTE cadres were wounded in an incident taken place at 02.30 p.m in KIRI IBBANWEWA North area yesterday (05). 02 LTTE cadres were wounded in a confrontation taken place at 06.10 p.m in JANAKAPURA North area yesterday (05). 01 Army soldier was killed and 02 others were injured in an incident taken place at 06.15 a.m in KIRIIBBANWEWA area yesterday (05). 04 LTTE cadres were killed and three others were wounded in a confrontation taken place at 04.30 p.m in JANAKAPURA North area yesterday (05). 05 LTTE cadres were injured in an incident taken place at 06.30 p.m in KIRIIBBANWEWA North area yesterday (05). 09 LTTE cadres killed & 13 wounded VAVUNIYA: 10 LTTE cadres were wounded in a confrontation in KOMANKULAM area at 09.00am yesterday (05). In an another incident taken place at 04.50pm in VEDAMAKULAM area, one LTTE cadre has been wounded. 09 LTTE cadres were killed and one injured in a confrontation taken place at 06.00pm in PERIYAMADUKULAM area yesterday (05). One Army soldier also died and 05 others were wounded in the same incident. 01 Army soldier was injured in an incident taken place at 06.10am in WILLUMADUKULAM area yesterday (05). 02 LTTE cadres were injured and one Army soldier died in an incident taken place at 02.10pm in KURAKKANKULAM area yesterday (05). 01 Army soldier was injured in an incident taken place in KOVILKURUNAL area at 0915am yesterday (05). 03 LTTE cadres killed & 07 wounded MANNAR : 02 LTTE cadres were wounded in an incident taken place at 05.00am in the PERIYAPULIYANMADUKULAM area yesterday (05). 03 LTTE cadres were killed and 05 others were injured in three different incidents taken place at 10.43am, 10.45am and in between 09.10am and 01.00pm in the NEDUNKANDHAL area yesterday (05). Two soldiers died & one injured JAFFNA: 02 Army soldiers were killed by an LTTE mortar attack at 06.05am yesterday (05) in the NAGARKOVIL area and another soldier was wounded in a confrontation taken place at 01.35pm in the ELUTHUMADUWAL area on the same day. Situation Report on 07th June Situation Report on 07th June LTTE continues to suffer heavy losses in Wanni; 13 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Finalized military reports received from the battlefront yesterday (June 6) indicated that the terrorist had continued to suffer heavy losses in the face of army onslaught at the Wanni LTTE strongholds. According to the reports, 13 terrorists had been killed and 15 others wounded while 20 more had been recorded as killed or wounded. Also, 11 soldiers suffered injuries during these battles. In the Jaffna theatre of battle, troops attacked terror positions in the Ponnar, Nagarkovil, Eluthumadduwal and Muhamalai areas throughout the day and claimed 2 terrorists were killed and 3 others wounded and 5 more were recorded as either killed or wounded. Also, 2 soldiers suffered injuries in two separate incidents occurred in Ponnara and Muhamalai areas. On the Wanni theatre of battle, troops fighting on the Vavuniya front attacked terrorist positions in the Periyamadhu Kovitkunchukulam, Chiraddikulam, and Palamoddai areas and claimed 4 terrorists were killed and 12 wounded. Also, 4 soldiers suffered injuries in one incident occurred in the East of Periyamadhu area last evening while another suffered injuries due to anti personal (AP) mine explosion last afternoon. Another soldier suffered injuries due to improvised bomb explosion West of Kovitkunchukulam area on the same day morning. Following an attack at a terror stronghold in the Chiraddikulam area troops uncovered one T-56 riffle, one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG), and two hand grenades along with other military ware. On the Mannar front, troops had confrontations in the Alankaulama, Kurunkallimottai , and Nedunkandal areas and claimed 3 terrorists were killed and 2 others were either killed and wounded. 3 soldiers also suffered injuries in these incidents. Troops captured an LTTE bunker in the Nadunkandal area last evening and found one trapped 60mm mortar bomb and 106 AP mines. Army recovers 1500 x 7.62x 39 ammunition rounds and 23 pouches BATTICALOA: 1500 x T56 live ammunition and twenty three (23)pouches were recovered by the Army during a search operation conducted by Troops in the KOMPANCH North AREA, BATTICALAO on Friday (06) Situation Report on 08th June Situation Report on 08th June 17 terrorists killed, over 35 wounded: Troops force into LTTE defences in Welioya At least 17 terrorists were killed and more than 35 wounded on Sunday (8) as Army infantry and armour battalions forced into LTTE bunker positions located North of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa at Welioya during a multi-pronged offensive launched since the morning hours. 6 satellite receivers found in Mannar Troops while engaged in a search operation in general area Madukarai, South of Mannar have found 6 satellite receivers with decoders and other accessories today (8) at around 5 p.m. 3 LTTE terrorists killed, 2 wounded in Welioya Troops forced into LTTE defences North of Ethawetunuwewa, Welioya today (8) during a military offensive launched at around 8.45 a.m, killing 3 terrorists and injuring 2 others, MCNS reported. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 09June 2008 9 terrorists killed, 5 wounded in yesterday's clashes - Vavuniya front Troops engaged in counter terrorist offensive operations are inching further towards LTTE territory inflicting damages to the enemy in Vavuniya front on Wanni theatre. A finalized military report received from forefront said that 9 terrorists were killed and 5 others suffered injuries in yesterday's clashes. Troops confronted with a group of LTTE terrorists in general area Periyamadhu and ground sources confirmed that one terrorist was killed due to the attack. In the same area, an army sniper gunned down a terrorist ahead of the own defence line. An army soldier suffered injuries in separate confrontation occurred in the same area, the report said. In general area east of Periyamadhu, 3 terrorists were killed and 5 injured in two separate confrontations took place during day hours yesterday. Separately, troops ambushed an LTTE movement in the same area killing 3 terrorists. In a subsequent search operation, troops found a body of slain LTTE cadre along with few warlike items. One T56 weapon, 30 ammunition, one magazine and one I-Com set were also among the recoveries. An army soldier who received injuries in a separate confrontation in the same area has been sent to the Anuradhapura military hospital, the report added. In general area Naddankandal, intercepting radio transmission it is learnt that an LTTE terrorist was killed during a confrontation took place around 4.00 p.m. Meanwhile, troops found a claymore mine weighing of 7.5kg while conducting a search operation in general area south of Naddankandal. Separately, an army soldier suffered injuries due to a confrontation took place in general area Kayamoddi last afternoon. Limited offensive operations are underway. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 10June 2008 16 terrorist killed in yesterday's clashes in Jaffna and Wanni Finalized military reports received from battlefronts in the North yesterday (June 9) indicate that 16 terrorists were killed and at least 8 others wounded. Also, 14 others were reportedly killed or wounded while 3 soldiers were killed and 40 others suffered injuries. In the Jaffna theatre of battle, troops attacked an identified LTTE hideout in the Muhamalai area last night. Troops claimed 3 terrorists were either killed or wounded in the incident. Meanwhile, a soldier suffered injuries due to an anti personal (AP) mine explosion in the Kilalay area on the same day morning. On the Wanni theatre of battle , troops operating on the Vavuniya front attacked an LTTE bunker in the Vedamakilam area in the morning hours. Troops claimed the bunker was partially destroyed and one LTTE cadre killed. On the Mannar front, fierce fighting erupted between troops and LTTE terrorists in the Alankulama area from dawn to dusk. During these clashes, 9 LTTE cadres were killed, one child soldier captured alive. Also, three bodies of slain LTTE cadres were found. 3 soldiers were killed in action while 27 suffered injuries. In the Nedunkandal area, 3 soldiers suffered injuries due to an LTTE booby trap last evening. Also, in the same day morning, one LTTE cadre was reportedly gunned down by soldiers deployed in the Mampullukulama area. On the Welioya, front troops moving ahead on the jungles of Mulaithiuvu had a series of clashes in the North of Janakapura and North of Kiriibbanwewa areas throughout the day. During these clashes, 5 LTTE cadres were killed , at least 8 others were wounded and 11 more were recorded as either killed or wounded. One soldier was killed and 9 others suffered injuries. Limited counter terror operations are being continued Situation Report on 11 June 2008 Situation Report on 11June 2008 8 LTTE killed, 9 wounded in Wanni and Northern battles At the Jaffna front, 2 terrorists were reported killed in separate sniper attacks in general area Nagarkovil, while 3 others were also killed in a confrontation with troops in the same area. Meanwhile, on the Vavuniya front heavy fighting continued as troops forced into LTTE defences ahead of Pallampiddi, Periyamadu, Kurukkalkulam and Kayamoddai areas, as military claimed 2 LTTE terrorists killed and 3 wounded. A soldier has also laid his life and 6 others injured during the clashes with LTTE, security sources added. At the Mannar battlefront, 4 soldiers were reported wounded during anti-personnel (AP) mine explosions in general area at Mullikkandal. The soldiers were engaged in clearing operations and consolidating the defences when the LTTE trapped mines have exploded, security sources said. Meanwhile, troops have also uncovered 39AP mines during search operations conducted in general area Nedunkandal. Also at the Welioya battlefront, military reports indicated that at least 4 LTTE terrorists were killed, 6 wounded, while 5 others were believed either killed or seriously injured during confrontations with troops, security sources said. 3 soldiers were also wounded in the confrontations according to reports. Fighter jets raid LTTE operational base - Mannar Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jets raided an LTTE operational base located 8km North West of Periyamadu Tank in Mannar this evening(June 11) at 6.10. SLAF raids LTTE FDL in Muhamalai Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets launched an air raid targeting LTTE Forward Defence Line in Muhamalai this morning, June 11. Navy thwarts LTTE attack at Erukkalampiddi in Mannar Island The Sri Lanka navy outpost at Erukkalampiddi in the Mannar Island has come under a predawn attack by the LTTE terrorists. According to defence sources, a group of LTTE terrorists had come in 6 boats and launched the attack around 2.15 am. The sailors have defended their post effectively causing the terrorists to withdraw with their casualties. According to available information, 4 terrorists including their leader Sirimaran have died in the battle. Also, 3 sailors have been killed and few others wounded during the confrontation. Meanwhile , Sri Lanka Air Force MI 24 helicopters pounded withdrawing terror boats in the Gulf of Mannar . According to the Air Force sources , the air assault has been launched around 4.45 a.m., targeting the terror boats fleeing towards Veddithalthievu area. Situation Report on 12 June 2008 Situation Report on 12June 2008 SLAF destroys LTTE Arms and Ammunition manufacturing yard - Mullaithivu on 12th June 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force supersonic fighter jets raided one of the main LTTE's arms and ammunition manufacturing yard located in Mullaithivu district this afternoon, June 12, Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara said. The targeted LTTE arms and ammunition manufacturing yard was located in general area north of Udayarkattukulam, 15 Km west of Pudukudiirippu and it was engaged around 3.00 p.m. The targeted LTTE base had been under constant air surveillances for a long period and intensified activities had also been observed in this facility recently, air forces sources added. The air sorties were launched based on real-time ground information and the pilots returned completing a successful air raid, air force sources further said. Defence observers say that recent trend in air raids shows a significant enhancement in defence surveillance capabilities as majority of the targets have been LTTE's covert locations rather than overt camps. They are in the view that exploited and demoralized LTTE cadres and people, tired of terrorist rule in the Wanni region might have opened new sources of information flow to the military. An LTTE terrorist killed in troops retaliation - Jaffna on 12th June 2008 An LTTE terrorist was killed in security forces retaliation when the terrorist trying to lob a hand grenade at troops in Jaffna this afternoon, June 12. According to the available information troops have launched a search operation in general area Kovilakkandy in Chavakachcheri and an LTTE cadre was trying to throw a hand grenade at troops. The incident occurred around 4.20 p.m. In a subsequent search, a I-Com set and a hand grenade were found in his possession, sources further added. Wanni liberation operation in progress; 15 terrorists killed, 20 wounded - on 12th June 2008 Troops engaged in counter terrorist offensive operations in Vavuniya, Welioya and Mannar fronts on Wanni theatre killed 15 terrorists and wounded 20 in yesterday's (June 11) clashes, the military reported received from the warfront said. In Vavuniya front, 4 LTTE terrorists were killed while 11 suffered injuries due to the clashes reported in general areas Periyamadu, Chiraddikulam, west of Navvi and east of Kovitkunchukulam, the report said. 6 soldiers also suffered injuries in yesterday's clashes sparked. Troops have unearthed 24 anti-personnel mines and a booby trap while conducting clearing operations in general area Muppankulam throughout the day. In Mannar front, 5 terrorists were killed in two separate incidents reported from general area Mvllkkandal, the report said. In Welioya front, incidents reported from north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas yesterday. 6 LTTE terrorists were killed while another 9 suffered injuries. 4 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded, the report further said. An army soldier has laid his life and another 4 received injuries in yesterday's clashes. Meanwhile, by intercepting LTTE radio communication it is revealed that a senior LTTE female leader of the terrorist band called "Sothiya Regiment" has been killed during the gun battle erupted in Kiriibbawewa area on last Sunday, 8th June. The killed LTTE leader was identified as "Dharma" and she has been given self-styled rank of "Lieutenant Colonel" by the LTTE leadership. One self-styled "Major", three self-styled "Captains", six self-styled "Lieutenants" and one self-styled "2/Lieutenant" were also among those who were killed in this attack, the sources further said. In Batticaloa, a claymore mines and two magazines were found in a search operation conducted in general area Tractor junction during day hours yesterday. The claymore mine was weighing of 1.5 Kg, sources said.LTTE kills two soldiers in Vavuniya Finalized military reports received from battlefronts in the Wanni and Jaffna indicates 15 terrorists killed and at least 8 others injured in yesterday's (12) clashes. Also, another 37 LTTE cadres were recorded as either killed or wounded, according to the reports. Situation Report on 13 June 2008 Situation Report on 13June 2008 LTTE terrorists kill two Tamil prisoners in Jaffna Defence sources in Jaffna reveal that two Tamil prisoners while being taken to the courts were shot dead by suspected LTTE gunmen this morning (13). Battle continues; 15 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Two Soldiers were shot dead by LTTE terrorists at Parayankulama in Vavuniya this afternoon (13). Situation Report on 14 June 2008 Situation Report on 14June 2008 MPMG weapon found - Trincomalee Army troops conducted a Search Operation in Pangasgolla Waththa North, Trincomalee and were able to recover a MPMG type weapon today (14) around 3.15 p.m. Periyamadu tank area falls to troops - Vavuniya Troops engaged in counter terrorist offensive in Vavuniya front reached to another significant phase capturing the entire Periyamadu Tank's bund this afternoon (14th June), Media Centre for National Security said. More civilians seek refuge with security forces - Mullaittivu Four civilians of one family, father (51), mother (48) and two children (20 and 11), from un-cleared area of Mullaittivu sought refuge with security forces this morning, June 14. An IED found - Vavuniya President Mahinda Rajapaksa said that supporters of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were able to raise millions of pounds each year from the Tamil community in Britain, some of whom were coerced into donating the money. Army continues to attack terror bunker defences in Jaffna According to the military reports received from Jaffna theatre of operation this morning (June 14), troops had continued to pound identified LTTE bunker defences located in Ponnar, Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas during yesterday's (June 13) counter terror operations. Situation Report on 15 June 2008 Situation Report on 15June 2008 Troops spearhead from Vavuniya front; 29 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes - on 15th June With the addition of two new divisions to the Vavuniya front, troops have set their main thrust in the Wanni theatre in the west of A-9 road. According to the military reports received from all battlefronts, indicated that 29 terrorists were killed, 19 others wounded while 18 more were recorded as either killed or wounded during yesterday's (June 15) clashes. On the Vavuniya, front troops belonging to 57, 61 and 62 divisions had a series of clashes with the terrorists at several locations during the course of the day and claimed 13 terrorists were killed and 3 others wounded. Also, one soldiers was killed and 8 others wounded during these clashes. In the Navatkulama area, troops attacked a group of terrorists last evening using small arms and RPG and claimed one LTTE cadre was killed. Also , troops removed 3 AP (Anti Personnel) mines during search operations in the area. In a similar incident occurred in the Weerapirayan area troops claimed 2 terrorists killed in the same evening. Meanwhile, at Navvi , troops attacked an LTTE bunker last evening and confirmed 3 terrorists were killed. Separately in the Kovitkunchu Kulama area , troops clashed with the terrorists at 3 occasions and claimed 7 terrorists killed and 3 others wounded. During the subsequent searches, troops found 3 bodies of LTTE cadres along with three T-56 riffles and one radio communication set. Also, one soldier was killed during one of these incidents. Meanwhile, 8 soldiers suffered injuries in AP mine explosions occurred in the Palamoddai, Mundumurippu, and Periyamadhu areas during the day. Soldiers engaged in clearing operations in the Periyamadhu area uncovered 4 claymore mines. On the Welioya front, troops had daylong clashes in the North of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas and claimed 8 terrorists were killed, 15 others wounded and 15 more were either killed or wounded. Also, one soldier was killed and 4 others wounded during these clashes. Troops removed 31 AP mines and found 7 hand grenades during search operations. On the Mannar front, five soldiers suffered injuries due to an LTTE attack in the Nedunkandal area last morning. Meanwhile, on the Jaffna theatre of battle , troops attacked LTTE positions in the Ponnar , Kilaly and Muhamalai areas during morning hours and claimed one terrorists was killed and 3 others were either killed and wounded. A soldier was injured during a clash occurred in the Muhamalai area. Counter terror offensives are continuing. Situation Report on 16 June 2008 Situation Report on 16June 2008 Army attacks 3 LTTE bunkers; 11 terrorits killed - Mannar - on 16th June Troops operating on the Mannar front attacked 3 LTTE bunkers at two separate incidents this morning (June 16) and claimed 11 terrorists were killed and at least 2 others wounded. Air Force targets LTTE positions- Wanni and Jaffna - on 16th June Sri Lanka Air Force today (June 16) carried out 2 air raids targeting LTTE positions in the Jaffna Forward Defence Line (FDL) and at Puthukkudiyiruppu in Mulaithiuvu LTTE stronghold. Serbia shuts down LTTE radio - on 16th June After exposing that Voice of Tigers (VoT) is the official radio of the banned terrorist outfit LTTE, the Serbian authorities have taken prompt action to cease the transmission of the radio station which broadcasted its programmes from 1st June up to 9th June. Troops spearhead from Vavuniya front; 29 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes - on 16th June With the addition of two new divisions to the Vavuniya front, troops have set their main thrust in the Wanni theatre in the west of A-9 road. 12 Police personnel killed, over 20 injured in LTTE suicide attack - Vavuniya 12 police personnel including 3 WPCs (Woman Police Constables) were killed and over 20 others have suffered injuries when a mortorbike ridding LTTE suicide cadre blew himself in front of the SSP (Senior Superintendent of Police) office complex in Vavuniya this morning, June 16. Ramnad steps up anti-Tiger vigil - on 15th June Indian authorities have intensified investigations into LTTE operations in the coastal district of Ramnad, which overlooks Mannar, just across the Palk Strait. Situation Report on 17 June 2008 Situation Report on 17June 2008 Six LTTE bodies handed over to the ICRC - Vavuniya Six bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during gun battles took place in Mannar and Vavuniya fronts in past few days were handed over to the ICRC officials yesterday, June 17. Wanni liberation operation continues; 6 terrorists killed, 14 injured - Wanni front Security forces personnel engaged in counter terrorist offensive are further inching towards LTTE territory inflecting damages to the enemy in Wanni front. 2 terrorists killed, 3 killed or wounded in yesterday's clashes - Jaffna front 2 terrorists were killed while 3 others reportedly either killed or wounded due to the clashes reported in Jaffna front yesterday, June 16. Situation report on 18th June 2008 Situation report on 18th June 2008 2 LTTE terrorists killed in SLA ambush- Mannar Two LTTE terrorists were confirmed killed in a SLA laid ambush in general area South of Parappakadaththan, Mannar on Wednesday (June 18) at 6.10p.m. The terrorists were travelling on a tractor when caught in the SLA ambush, security sources said 23 terrorists killed, 9 wounded in Wanni and Northern clashes At least 23 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and 9 others wounded during fighting ensued between troops and LTTE at the Wanni and Northern battlefronts on Tuesday (June 17). According to military reports, 3 soldiers have laid their lives and 7 others wounded during the confrontations with LTTE. In Jaffna, in general area Nagarkovil a soldier has received injuries due to an anti-personnel (AP) mine explosion, security sources said. The soldier was rushed to the Palaly military base hospital for treatment. At the Vavuniya battlefront, heavy fighting was reported from Navathkulama, Periyamadu, Kayamoddai, Palamodai and Koviltkunchukulam areas according to military reports received. 19 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and scores wounded during the clashes erupted, security sources said; adding that 2 female LTTE bodies were also recovered during a subsequent search operation conducted in general area Periyamdu. Also, troops have uncovered 2 T-56 assault riffles and 2 dog-tags during the search operation, the sources further stated. Meanwhile, on the Welioya battlefront, North of Janakpura troops forced into an LTTE bunker line, captured 2 bunkers and later claimed to have seized warlike items including 2 claymore mines each weighing 5 kg. Clashes were also reported in general areas Andankulama and North of Kiribbanwewa, as troops claimed 4 terrorists killed and another 6 wounded. 8 more terrorists were also believed either killed or seriously injured, secuiryt sources said citing ground troops. Soldier killed, 2 police constables wounded in LTTE attack- Mannar A soldier was reported killed and two police constables injured when a group of LTTE terrorists attacked a sub- Army/Police post in Mannar, today (June 18) at around 2.15a.m. The terrorists have fled the area following retaliation by the security forces. The wounded were admitted to the general hospital in Mannar, the sources further said. Army snipers gun down 2 LTTE terrorists - Mannar front Army snipers deployed in Mannar front gunned down two LTTE terrorists in two separate incidents ahead of own defence line yesterday, June 17. First incident reported from general area Nadunkanadal around 1.30 while another around 2.40 p.m in general area Manthai, defence sources in Mannar said. Situation report on 19th June 2008 Situation report on 19th June 2008 Army guns down 3 LTTE cadres - Mannar on 19th June 2008 around 12:45 p.m. Troops deployed on the Mannar frontline yesterday (June 19) reported that 3 terrorists were killed in separate incidents. In the Nadunkandal area, a terrorist was gunned down around 12.45pm. In the Periyaoddeppu area troops gunned down a terrorist detected ahead of the defence line around 8.50am. Also, in the Mulikkandal area, a terrorist was reportedly shot dead around 11.45am. LTTE intelligence leader for Trincomalee south killed - on 19th June 2008 around 9:30 a.m. Sri Lanka army soldiers have gunned down the LTTE intelligence wing leader of the Trincomalee South region at Manachchena, 2 km North of Pahala Thopoor this morning (June 19). According to the defence sources in the area, the terrorist identified as Soundarajan alias Thangan has been hunted down by soldiers whilst being engaged in a cordon and search operation around 9.30 am. Soundarajan was the successor of Arichchellwam who was also gunned down by army in January this year. A micro pistol, 3 magazines and a pistol pouch have been found in the possession of the slain terror leader. The sources further revealed, that the slain terror leader was the head of the special LTTE team sent to the east to disrupt the prevailing normalcy in the area. Wanni operations continue; 5 terrorists killed over 11 wounded in yesterday's clashes - on 19th June 2008 Troops continued their multi front assaults at LTTE defences in the Wanni, causing heavy damages to the terrorists in yesterday's (June 18) operations. According to the finalized military reports received from the warfronts in Jaffna and Wanni theaters of operations, 5 terrorists were killed, 11 sounded and 42 more were recorded as either killed or wounded. Also, 3 soldiers laid down their lives in the battlefield while 15 suffered injuries. In the Jaffna Theater of battle, troops attacked a group of LTTE terrorists detected ahead of Muhamalai defence early last morning. Ground sources confirmed that 2 terrorists were either killed or wounded . Meanwhile, 2 soldiers suffered injuries due to anti personal (AP) mine explosion occurred in the same area during morning hours. In the Wanni theatre of operations, troops confronted with a group of terrorists in the Periyamadhu area last evening. A soldier was killed and 5 others injured in this incident while no details available on terror casualties. Meanwhile, 2 soldiers suffered injuries due to an explosion of an improvised explosive device (IED) in the Chiraddikulama area in same evening while another soldier was injured in an AP mine explosion occurred in the Kayamoddai in the morning. Troops engaged in clearing operations, removed 119 AP mines from Periyamadhu area during the day. On the Welioya front, troops marching ahead in the Mulaithiuvu jungles had a series of clashes in the North of Janakapura and North of Kiriibbanwewa during the day and claimed 3 terrorists killed , 11 wounded and 40 others were killed or wounded. In addition, one soldier was killed 4 others suffered injuries during these clashes. Troops captured an LTTE bunker located in the North of Janakapura and found 2, T-65 riffles, 3000 ammo, 25 hand grenades and 6 RPG rounds, during subsequent search operations. Further, during the search operations, troops removed 25 AP mines, 2 trapped mortars and 2 hand grenades. On the Mannar front , troops ambushed a group of LTTE terrorist in the Parappakadaththan area last evening and claimed 2 terrorists were killed. Limited offensives are continuing. 2 Police constables killed by alleged LTTE gunmen- Ampara on 19th June 2008 around 8:45 a.m. Two Police constables attached to the Samanthurai Police were shot dead by alleged LTTE gunmen (June 19), while heading towards Kalmunai along the Akkaraipattuwa- Kalmunai main road at the Tharawakovil junction in Ampara district, at around 8.45a.m. The victims were identified as Constable S. Ramesh and Constable S. Gasali who were riding towards the Kalmunai courts' on a motorbike. The assailants have come on a motorbike, opened fire at the Policemen killing them on the spot and fled the scene immediately, sources said citing witnesses. The bodies of the two constables killed were kept at the Kalmunai Ashroff hospital for postmortem and magistrate inquires. 17 LTTE terrorists killed, 20 wounded in yesterday's confrontations Security forces continued advancing into LTTE strongholds in multi-directions from the Wanni and Northern battle theaters inflicting heavy damages to LTTE, as troops confirmed 17 terrorists killed and over 20 wounded following clashes on Thursday (June 19). Army guns down 3 LTTE cadres - Mannar Troops deployed on the Mannar frontline on Thursday (June 19) reported that 3 terrorists were killed in separate incidents. Two LTTE terrorists killed Two LTTE cadres were killed by the mortar attacks and sniper shots launched through out the day in Muhamalai area Thursday (19). Three Army soldiers also wounded in these incidents. Eleven LTTE terrorists killed & nine wounded - Vavuniya Two LTTE terrorists were wounded in a confrontation in Charalecdalani area around 09.30am Thursday (19). Six Terrorists killed and Five Wounded in Mannar; Arms Found Two LTTE terrorists were injured in a battle in Kayamudey area on Thursday (19) around 8.40am. 200 T-56 rounds and 02 pouches were recovered in subsequent search operations. Seven Terrorists killed and thirty three injured in confrontations throughout Welioya Seven terrorists were killed and thirty three injured during confrontations throughout areas in Welioya on Thursday (19). Troops also confirm that two LTTE bunkers were captured successfully. Situation report on 20th June 2008 Situation report on 20th June 2008 3 LTTE terrorists killed, 2 wounded in Mannar Three LTTE terrorists were reported killed and two wounded in SLA launched ground attacks at the Mannar front on Friday (June 20), security sources report. 23 anti - personnel mines recovered in Mannar 23 anti - personnel mines were recovered by Troops in a search operation after a confrontation with LTTE terrorists where a soldier on duty was wounded in action at Palamoddai, Mannar on Friday(20). Two terrorist and five terrorists injured in Vavuniya Two soldiers were reported wounded in action on Friday (20) during confrontations in the Palamodde and Navvi area, Vavuniya. Two LTTE terrorists were also killed and two were injured during a confrontation on Friday (20) in Periyamadhu area, Vavuniya while three terrorists were reported injured when Troops attacked a bunker in the same area on Friday afternoon. Three terrorists injured by Army Tank fire A LTTE tractor was targeted by Army tank fire in the Pooneryn area, Jaffna on Friday (20), morning between 10.00 and 10.40. According to monitored LTTE communications three terrorists were reported injured in the attack while a soldier on duty was also reported injured in the afternoon on Friday around 12.50 in Nagarkovil area, Jaffna. Situation Report on 21th June 2008 Situation Report on 21 June 2008 SLAF MI-24 helicopters raid LTTE gathering - Mannar Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopter gun ships raided a gathering place of the LTTE terrorists located in general area 2Km north of Andankulam this afternoon, June 21. 4 LTTE terrorists killed - Vavuniya front Four LTTE terrorists were killed when the troops launched an attack in general area Puwarasikulam in Vavuniya this morning, June 21. 3 LTTE terrorists killed, 2 wounded in Mannar Three LTTE terrorists were reported killed and two wounded in SLA launched ground attacks at the Mannar front on Friday (June 20) Situation Report on 22 June 2008 Situation Report on 22June 2008 Police Commandos gun down LTTE cadre in Batticaloa - on 22nd June Police Special Task Force (STF) commandos gunned down an LTTE cadre during a confrontation at Kaluthavalai in Batticaloa this evening (June 22). LTTE claymore mine explosion kills two policemen - on 22nd June LTTE terrorists have exploded a claymore mine targeting a police route clearing patrol at Kaluthavalai in Batticaloa around 7.25 this morning (June 22). Situation Report on 23 June 2008 Situation Report on 23June 2008 3 Police constables killed, one injured in bomb explosion in Batticaloa - 23rd June 3 Police constables were killed and another injured when a bomb exploded within 400m distance of the Ayithamalai Police post in Batticaloa this evening (June 23), Police sources report. 4 LTTE terrorists killed, bunker destroyed in Mannar - on 23rd June 4 LTTE terrorists were killed in two separate attacks launched by military, and an LTTE bunker reported destroyed ahead of the Mannar forward defences today (June 23). Hand grenades, ammunition found on civilian information in Jaffna - on 23rd June Troops acting on civilian information have recovered 3 hand grenades, 116 T-56 ammunition rounds and few other items during a search operation conducted in general area Manalkadu, Jaffna today(June 23) at 5.a.m. Seven Tamil gang members convicted in London's sword crime - on 23rd June Seven members of a Sri Lankan Tamil gang led by a heinous criminal named Psycho who by using a Samurai type sword left another Tamil man's profusely bleeding hand hanging from his wrist were convicted by a criminal court of the Old Bailey. Situation Report on 24 June 2008 Situation Report on 24June 2008 Air forces raids LTTE's training base - Oddusuddan on 24th June 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force launched air sorties targeting enemy positions in Oddusuddan and Andankulam areas this evening, June 24, Air Force spokesperson said. SLAF fighters raided LTTE's training base located 3Km north of Muthiyankaddukulam Tank in Oddusuddan around 5.45 p.m. Meanwhile, MI-24 helicopter gun ships attacked at an enemy bunker line located 2Km north-east of Andankulam area. The air attack was launched around 6.30 p.m in support of the ground troops in Mannar front. Fierce battle in Mannar front; troops capture 3 Sq Km, 18 terrorists killed - on 24th June 2008 Troops engaged in counter terrorist offensive operation in Mannar front inching further towards LTTE dominated areas capturing 3 sq Km areas in north of Adampan. In fierce gun battle took place in mainly three areas, Mullikandal, Minnaniranchan and Marattikannaddi, terror transmission confirmed that 18 terrorists were killed and 6 others wounded. Troops attack at terror bunker defence in general area Mullikandal killing 5 terrorists and injuries 6 others. 3 soldiers also suffered injuries in this battle. Enemy bunkers at Minnaniranchan were also attacked by the troops killing 5 more terrorists. 8 more terrorists were also killed when the troops confronted with the terrorists at Marattikannadd area. One soldier suffered injuries due to the confrontation. 20 civilians fleeing LTTE areas seek security forces protection- Welioya on 24th June 2008 Twenty civilians fleeing LTTE held areas in Mullaithivue and Malayanwadu reached the Kokilai army point seeking the security forces protection this morning, June 24. The group comprising 14 males and 6 females have reached to the security forces controlling areas around 10.45 a.m, defence sources said. Three children were also among the escapees who have fled their native areas due to the LTTE's harassment and forceful recruitments, sources further said. Security forces personnel have provided all the necessities for the escapees and steps have already been taken by the government officials to provide safe shelter for them. Wanni operation continues, LTTE suffers heavy beating - on 24th June 2008 During the clashes between security forces and LTTE terrorists reported in several areas in warfront 30 terrorists were killed and over 30 suffered injuries, the finalized report received from the battle front said. In Vavuniya front clashes between security forces and LTTE terrorists reported in general areas Periyamadu, Naddunkandal, Pallaimoddai and South of Veerapirayan. 7 terrorists were killed while 2 others suffered injuries. 2 soldiers received injuries in confrontations. In Mannar front, troops engaged with terrorists in general area Sirumullikandal. 4 terrorists were killed while another 4 suffered injuries due to these clashes reported during day hours yesterday. In Welioya front, 14 incidents reported in general areas north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa yesterday. 17 terrorists were killed and 24 others received injuries due t these clashes, the report said. 11 more terrorists were reportedly either killed or wounded. Two security forces personnel have laid their lives for the sake of motherland while another 13 soldiers suffered injuries. In Jaffna theatre, 2 LTTE terrorists were gunned down by the army snipers deployed in Muhamalai front in two separate incidents. The offensive operation to liberate Wanni continues. Situation Report on 25 June 2008 Situation Report on 25June 2008 Multiple air strikes at LTTE positions in Wanni and North - on 25th June Sri Lankan Air Force fighter craft and MI-24 helicopter gun-ships launched multiple air strikes at identified LTTE positions in separate locations in Wanni and North this evening (June 25). Situation Report on 26 June 2008 Situation Report on 26June 2008 Periyamadhu falls to troops - Mannar front on 26th June 2008 The Periyamadhu village, one of the LTTE's strongholds in Mannar front, captured by the security forces personnel and troops have also gained the full control over 7sq Km patch in Periyamadhu this evening (June 26), the MCNS said. The victorious soldiers are presently conducting clearing operations to consolidate the area. Fierce gun battle took place in this area for last few weeks and despite the LTTE's resistance troops advanced into Periyamadhu village. Earlier, on 14th of June, troops captured entire bund of the Periyamadhu tank which is about 2.5Km long. Immediately after capturing the Periyamadhu tank area troops marching towards Periyamadhu village. The damages suffered to the enemy due to the confrontations ensued in this area are yet to be known. LTTE receives heavy beating: 12 terrorists killed as troops force into Papamoddai - on 26th June 2008 The Sri Lankan Army infantry and armour divisions stepped up ground advances backed by heavy artillery into South of Papamoddai and areas East of Marattikannnaddi and Minnaniranchan in Mannar since 6 a:m today (June 26), morning. According to latest reports 12 LTTE terrorists were killed during the fighting ensued between troops and LTTE. Further, 1.7Km stretch between Chalampan and Marattikannadal along the Andankulam- Vidattalativu road was brought under full control of the army troops, the report said. SLAF striker helicopters have also supported with tactical fire support during precision raids launched North of Andankulama this morning at identified LTTE positions ahead of the existing FDLs. Papamoddai is located 12 km. south of Vidathaltheevu and 8 km north of Mannar, on the Mannar-Pooneryn road. According to available information heavy fighting was reported between troops and LTTE in separate locations South of Papamoddai as ground troops claimed to have chased off LTTE flanks sent to defends its last lines of defences in the area, which is said strategically important considering its proximity to LTTE's coastal stronghold Veddithaltivu. More information will follow. 5 LTTE bodies handed over ICRC- Vavuniya on 26th June 2008 Bodies of 5 LTTE cadres killed in confrontations took place in Palamoddai area have been handed over to the ICRC official today, June 26. The ICRC officials have taken these bodies into the LTTE held areas via Omanthai entry/exit point later, defence sources said. Vavuniya Field Hospital Receives Army Chief - on 26th June 2008 Commander Of the Army Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka with several senior officers at the Army Headquarters Thursday (26) morning made a special trip to visit injured War Heroes in the Vavuniya field hospital. The Army chief spoke to those wounded War Heroes and shared a couple of thoughts with them while inquiring into their specific needs, if any. He also instructed medical authorities in the hospital to provide all medical requirements for those inmates without fail. Commander, showing his fatherly care towards his brave soldiers listened to their opinions on ongoing clearing operations and inquired into their welfare measures. . During their powwow with the Commander, soldiers under treatment expressed their readiness to re-join their fellow-mates on the battle front soon after their recovery and vowed to fight against the enemy. Lt. Gen. Sarath Fonseka wished them well before he departed to the Security Forces Headquarters Wanni (SFHQ-W) at the end of the hospital visit. Major General Jagath Jayasuriya, Commander SFHQ-W after welcoming the Commander on his arrival sat with a gathering of Senior Ground Commanders representing Divisions and Brigades. Exchange of views on ground realities and present operations centered on the discussions that prevailed for some time. He gave further instructions and guidelines to his field commanders about future operations and other security measures need to be adopted. Wanni operation continues; 10 terrorists killed, 14 injured - on 26th June 2008 Troops who were conducting continues offensive operations mainly in Wanni theatre killed 10 terrorists while injuring 14 others in clashes occurred in several areas yesterday, June 25, the finalized military report received from forefront said. Another 13 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded. 2 army soldiers have laid their lives for the motherland while 14 others suffered injuries during confrontations, the report further said. In Vavuniya front, clashes between troops and LTTE terrorists reported Periyamadhu, Chiraddikulam and Navvi areas. 2 terrorists were killed while 3 others suffered injuries in these clashes. Meanwhile, one soldier was killed and 5 others received injuries, the report said. 34 anti-personnel mines also uncovered while conducting mine clearing operations in general area Periyamadhu. In Mannar front, an army soldier suffered injuries exploding an anti-personnel mine in general area Veddayamurippu. In Welioya front, 7 terrorists were killed and another 11 suffered injuries due to clashes ensued in north of Janakapura and north of Kiriibbanwewa areas. 13 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded during these clashes. One soldier suffered injuries and 7 more received injuries, the report said. Further, few war like items were found in a search operation conducted following a confrontation took place in north of Janakapura area. One MPMG weapon, 34 hand grenades, and 1500 T-56 ammunition were among the items found. 80 anti-personnel mines and 13 Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) were also unearthed in mine clearing operations conducted in north of Kiriibbanwewa and north of Janakapura areas. In Jaffna theatre, an LTTE terrorist was gunned down by the army snipers deployed in Muhamalai front. Separately, an army soldier also suffered injuries in a confrontation took place in Kilaly front. Twin air raids destroy LTTE training base and Forward Operating base - Mannar on 26th June 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets and MI 24 helicopter Gunships carried out two air raids targeting LTTE camps located in the North Mannar this morning (June 26). According to the Air Force sources, the first raid was carried out by MI 24 helicopters at 6 am targeting a Forward Operating Base (FOB) of LTTE located at Marattikannadi , 2 km North of Andankulama. The air raid was carried out to support the ground advance of Army 58 division on the Mannar front, said the sources. Ground troops have confirmed that the attack was effective, the sources added. The second air raid was carried out by Air Force fighter jets around 6.10 am targeting a training base located in the Vellankulama area , 20 km North of Vidattaltivu. According to the sources the target was accurately taken. Exact damage caused to the enemy in this attack is yet to be verified, said the sources. Situation report on 27th June 2008 Situation report on 27th June 2008 25 corpses of LTTE uncovered: consolidate defences in Vavauniya Scores of LTTE terrorists were reported killed and 25 bodies recovered after fighting brokeout between troops and LTTE in general area Chiraddikulama ahead of the Vavuniya defences yesterday (June 26), since 6p.m. According to available information LTTE terrorists have received heavy damages as LTTE battle formations were said beaten in the military push launched by the 57 Division soldiers. Meanwhile, 25 LTTE bodies were recovered by the troops who were engaged in search and clearing operations while consolidating the newly established defences, security sources said. Troops have also uncovered 20, T-56 assault riffles, 01x 12.7mm anti-air craft machinegun , 02x RPG launchers and 01x Light machinegun, MCNS sources said. Soldier killed, one injured in LTTE claymore bomb attack -Jaffna A soldier was killed and another wounded when LTTE terrorists triggered off a roadside claymore bomb targeting an Army route patrol in general area Manthikai, Point Pedro in Jaffna, today (June 27) at 8.50p.m. SLAF raids LTTE training facility - Oddusuddan Sri Lanka Air Force supersonic fighter jets raided an LTTE training facility and special unit headquarters located in general area Oddusuddan this morning, June 27. Situation report on 28th June 2008 Situation report on 28th June 2008 32 LTTE terrorists killed, 6 soldiers wounded in Mannar clashes The LTTE suffered heavy defeats with soaring casualties as the outfit lost almost all the bases within the Mannar 'Rice bowl' area with the fall of Andankulama in Mannar to security forces yesterday (June 27), military sources report. According to Military Spokesperson Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara, 11 terrorists were killed in addition to 3 soldiers who were said wounded during the confrontations at Andankulama. Also, the advancing Army battle formations have inflicted decisive blows to LTTE during multi-pronged attacks launched at LTTE fortified defence lines in general area Papamoddai, as troops confirmed at least 21 terrorists were killed in the confrontations. According to defence sources, pitched fighting were reported in Papamoddai and Neduvarampu general areas since 8a.m., which lasted till 4p.m, on Friday. 12 LTTE killed, over 30 wounded in Vavuniya and Welioya At least 12 LTTE terrorists were killed and over 30 wounded as fighting continued between troops and LTTE in the Vavuniya and Welioya battle fronts on Friday (June 27), security sources said. According to MCNS, 12 terrorists were reported killed and 23 others injured during confrontations erupted ahead of LTTE defences North of Kiriibbanwewa and Welioya. 3 soldiers have laid their lives and 8 wounded during yesterday's fighting in Vavuniya and Welioya, MCNS further reported. In the Vavuniya battle front, 7 LTTE terrorists have received injuries MCNS added citing ground troops. According to reports received, a total of 44 LTTE terrorists were killed and over 48 injured on Friday in Mannar, Vavuniya and Welioya at the Wanni theatre of battle. Earlier, on Thursday (26) military reports confirmed that 22 LTTE terrorists were killed and 14 wounded, in addition to 10 others who were believed either killed or seriously injured in the Wanni battles. 2 soldiers have laid their lives and 9 wounded in the clashes, according to military reports. Situation Report on 29 June 2008 Situation Report on 29June 2008 Hand grenades, ammunitions uncovered on civilian information in Jaffna - on 29th June Troops acting on civilian information have uncovered 18 hand grenades, a T-56 assault riffle and few other war like items during a search operation conducted in general area Kopay, Jaffna today(June 29) at around 1.30 p.m. Security Forces handover 26 LTTE corpses to ICRC in Vavuniya - on 29th June Bodies of 26 LTTE terrorists were handed over to the ICRC officials in Vavuniya, by Security Forces today (June 29) at 2.30p.m. Situation Report on 30 June 2008 Situation Report on 30June 2008 Troops consolidating their hold in Wanni; 22 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes - on 30th June Finalized military reports received yesterday (June 30) from the battlefronts indicate that 22 terrorists were killed and over 23 injured as troops further consolidated their new positions in the Wanni theater. Also, 2 soldiers were killed, one reported missing and 13 suffered injuries during these clashes. On the Vavuniya front, troops further pushed forward their defence in the Periyamadhu area and confirmed 3 terrorists killed and 3 others injured in the effort. Also, troops removed 2 improvised bombs from the same area. Elsewhere, troops had several clashes in the Naddankandal , Palamodai , Vilathikulama and Navvi areas during the course of the day. At Naddankandal troops confronted with a group of terrorist last evening . Two soldiers suffered injuries in this incident. Terror casualties were not known. In a similar incident, reported from the Palamodai area in the afternoon troops claimed 2 terrorists were either killed or wounded. In the general area West of Navvi , troops successfully repulsed an attack launched by the terrorists during the evening hours and confirmed 6 terrorists were killed and 8 others were either killed or wounded. Also, one soldier was killed, another reported missing and 3 suffered injuries in this incident. In the general area Vilathikulama , a soldier suffered injuries in an anti personal (AP) mine explosion last morning. On the Welioya front , troops engaged terror defences in the Mulaithiuvu jungle , North of Janakapura and Kiribbanwawa areas throughout the day and claimed 12 terrorists were killed, 21 others injured and 11more were either killed or wounded. One soldier was killed and 7 others were injured during these operations. Also, troops removed 115 AP mines and 5 improvised bombs during the clearing operations. Meanwhile on the Jaffna theatre, one terrorist was reportedly killed in a confrontation occurred in the Muhamalai area last morning. Limited offensives are continuing. Situation Report on 01 July 2008 Situation Report on 01July 2008 SLAF raids LTTE gathering place in Vavuniya - on 01st July Sri Lanka Air Force supersonic fighter jets raided LTTE's gathering place in Vavuniya this afternoon, July 01. Wanni liberation enters decisive phase ; Two warfronts linked up - on 01st July The Security Forces engaged in the Wanni liberation operation, entered a decisive phase yesterday (June 30) as troops linked up the Mannar battle front with the Vavuniya battle front , making the biggest ever military front against LTTE in the western flank of Wanni. Wanni liberation operation continuous; 17 terrorists killed, 18 wounded - on 01st July Security forces personnel engaged in counter terrorists offensive operation killed 17 LTTE terrorists and injured 18 others in clashes reported in Jaffna and Wanni theatres of battle yesterday, June 30, the finalized military report said. Air Force pilot makes an emergency landing - on 01st July Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) says the US built Bell 412 helicopter had made an emergency landing at Arugam Bay due to a sudden loss of fuel detected by the pilots this afternoon, July 1. Later, it was found that the helicopter had been hit with few gunshots. Sri Lanka Air Force raids terror training camp - Mankulam Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded an LTTE training base located at Ampakaman area, 8 Km Northeast Mankulama junction around 6.15 this morning (July 1). Situation Report on 02 July 2008 Situation Report on 02July 2008 Surrendered LTTE cadres joins their families after rehabilitation - Jaffna on 02nd July 2008 Sri Lanka's war on terror is a process that goes beyond military operations. Though many LTTE sympathizers and their stooges in media try to give a wrong picture to the world that LTTE is as a representative of the Tamil citizens in Sri Lanka, there is ample evidence barred from the world that Tamils are nothing but the main victim of LTTE terrorism. This was evident when defence.lk covered the recent release of a group of rehabilitated LTTE cadres by Sri Lanka Army in Jaffna. A batch of 15 former hardcore LTTE cadres who had been successfully rehabilitated at the Army Protective Accommodation and Rehabilitation Center at Thelippale were released on 29th and 30th June 2008. The rehabilitated men were received by their happy family members who had been invited to the Army establishment. According to an official of the rehabilitation center, the group is a part of the 54 LTTE cadres who surrendered themselves to the Army in earl March this year. Apart from the re-socialization process, the center conducts short professional courses on building construction, plumbing , automobile technology , electric wiring , and also on English language for its inhabitants, he said. The professional courses has been conducted with the assistance of Technical College, Jaffna, he added. LTTE use Refugee camp to store explosives - Vavuniya on 02nd July 2008 Army during a cordon and search operation found over 4 Kg of C-4 high explosives hidden inside a barrel found in the Internally Displaced Persons' centre at Siddambarapuram , Vavuniya this morning (July 2). The search was launched after the arrest of a female resident of the IDP centre smuggling explosives inside coconut nuts last evening. Defence authorities suspect that the terrorists have been using the place as a temporary store of explosives, before they transport the lethal material to South for civilian massacres. Police conducts further investigations. 24 LTTE terrorists killed, 30 wounded in yesterday's clashes - on 02nd July 2008 24 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and 30 others wounded during fighting erupted between troops and LTTE ahead of the Wanni and Northern battlefronts on Tuesday (July 1). In addition, 2 soldiers laid their lives while 30 others received injuries in the confrontations, security sources said. At the Jaffna theater of battle a soldier has received injuries due to an IED explosion in general area Nagarkovil, at around 7a.m. Meanwhile, at the Vavuniya front troops confirmed that 17 LTTE terrorists were killed and 15 wounded in separate confrontations with LTTE in general areas North of Periyamadhu, Palamoddai, Navvi and Ampaddankulama. According to military sources, 3 terrorists were killed when troops sprung an ambush at an LTTE movement in general area Northeast of Ampaddankulama, at around 1.45p.m. During a subsequent search operation, conducted troops also uncovered a T-56 assault riffle and 25 AP mine fuses, security sources said. Also, a soldier was killed and 9 others suffered injuries during the confrontations with LTTE yesterday, the sources added. On the Welioya battlefront, 20 soldiers received injuries during the confrontations with LTTE including 5 others reportedly wounded due to AP mine explosions. A soldier also laid his life in the clashes, according to military reports. The clashes were reported in general areas North of Janakapura, Kokuthudduvai and North of Kiriibbanwewa security sources said, adding that troops have also captured 7 LTTE bunkers in an offensive launched in Kokkuthduvai. 22AP mines, 3 claymore mines and 2 IEDs were found in the area during a subsequent search operations, military said. According to finalized reports, 7 LTTE terrorists were killed, 16 wounded in addition to 3 others also believed killed or seriously wounded in the confrontations on Tuesday. Separately, troops removed 76AP mines and 8 IEDs in a search operation conducted North of Janakapura, according to security sources. Also, 35AP mines were removed by security forces who were engaged in a search and clearing operation in general area Dangaeliyadda, Batticaloa yesterday at 4.p.m. Troops recover 8 claymore mines on civilian information - Vavuniya on 02nd July 2008 at 8.30 a.m Security forces personnel acting on civilian information have recovered 8 claymore mines along with a pressure mine and 6 hand grenades during a search operation conducted in general area Ambalangodella, Madukanda in Vavuniya yesterday (July 01) at 8.30a.m. The recovery included 6 claymore mines each weighing 5kgs, 2 claymore mines each weighing 15kgs and a pressure mine weighing 15Kgs, security sources said. According to defence sources, the mines were found hidden in a house at Ambalangodella. Situation Report on 03rd June 2008 Situation Report on 03rd June 2008 SLAF launches successive air strikes at identified LTTE positions The SLAF launched 3 successive air raids at identified LTTE positions located in Vedithalthivu and Pooneryn areas this afternoon (July 3). According to defence sources, an LTTE gathering point located North East of Vedithalthivu, Mannar was raided by the SLAF MI-24 helicopter gun-ships providing close in fire support to the advancing military units, at around 12.45p.m. Separately, a truck transferring LTTE terrorists was also destroyed in a similar attack launched by MI-24 gun-ships, 2km South of Vedithalthivu, at 1.15p.m., sources said adding that LTTE casualty figures were yet to be confirmed. Meanwhile, air force fighter jets launched precision air strikes at an LTTE sea tiger base in general area Vallaipadu, located 15km Southwest of Pooneryn in Kilinochchi District, at around 3.30p.m. 14 LTTE terrorists killed, 12 injured in Wanni and Northern clashes At least 14 terrorists were killed and 12 injured in fighting ensued between troops and LTTE at the Wanni and Northern battle theatres on Wednesday (July 2), according to finalized military reports received. At the Northern battlefront in Nagarkovil, 2 terrorists were believed either killed or wounded when troops attacked an LTTE bunker defence using rocket propelled grenade fire and small arms fire at around 7.45p.m. Meanwhile, security forces deployed at the Vavuniya front continued advances into non-liberated territory yesterday as troops claimed killing 7 terrorists while injuring 5 others during the confrontations. According to security sources confrontation between troops and LTTE were reported from Vedamakilam, Uluvaneri general areas. Also, during a search operation conducted in general area Panichchamadu, troops recovered 20 anti-personnel mines (AP) and 5 hand grenades, security sources said. Separately, in general area Palaimoddai troops have removed 88 AP mines, and uncovered a haul of slam arms ammunitions during a search operation conducted. A soldier was killed and 3 others wounded in the clashes, military reports further stated. In the Mannar battlefront, troops claimed that 5 LTTE terrorists were killed and 3 others wounded when troops clashed with a group of terrorists in general area Puthukkulama. Also, 2 soldiers were injured in the same area due to a bomb explosion, sources said. On the Welioya theatre of battle, troops claimed that 2 LTTE terrorists killed, 5 wounded and another 22 either killed or severely injured in the confrontations yesterday North of Janakapura, Kiriibabanwewa, Andankulama and Kokkuthuduvai. According to reports, troops have also uncovered 68AP mines and 11 IEDs during a separate search operations conducted north of Janakapura and Kokkuthuduvai. 3 soldiers was also wounded in the clashes, security sources added. Also, security forces acting on civilian information recovered following items during a search operation conducted in general area Ariyamankerni, at 10a.m. a. 01 X RPG Round b. 02 X 60 MM RDS c.02 X LMG Drums d. 30 X 12.7 Ammo e. 40 X MPMG Ammo f. 01 X 40 MM G/L RD g. 02 X T56 Mags h. 03 X Hand Granade Separately, another recovery was made by troops in general area Poonanani at around 09.30a.m. a. 02 X T- 56 Mags b. 02 X Hand Grandes c. 60 X T-56 Ammo d. 01 X LTTE Pouch e. 01 X LTTE Pack In general area Dangeliyadda, Batticaloa troops have recovered another 30AP mines, sources said. Situation Report on 04th July 2008 Situation Report on 04th July 2008 Two Terrorists killed - South of Viddattaltivu Troops operating in the South of Viddattaltivu area gunned down two LTTE terrorists in two separate incidents this evening (July 4). Army captures LTTE bunker defence; 9 bunkers destroyed Troops operating under Task Force 1 in the Mannar- Vavuniya combined battlefront attacked an LTTE bunker defence last evening (July 3) causing heavy casualties to the terrorists. According to the monitored radio transmissions among the LTTE units, 17 LTTE cadres were killed and more than 25 others were wounded in this incident. Two soldiers were killed, 2 reported missing and 10 others suffered injuries during this battle. Clearing operations are in progress. Meanwhile, monitored radio transmission today revealed that 7 LTTE cadres were killed during the air raid carried out by air force MI 24 helicopters last evening. Two LTTE female cadres killed in clashes - Vavuniya front Troops of operating under Army 56 division in the Vavuniya battlefront reported to have killed 2 LTTE female cadres this afternoon (July 4). Wanni Liberation in progress: over 30 terrorists killed Finalized military reports received from the Wanni battlefronts yesterday (July 3) indicate several significant gains to the armed forces engaged in counter terror offensives against the LTTE terrorists. According to the reports, over 30 terrorists were killed and at least 35 injured during these clashes. In addition, 2 soldiers were killed, 2 reported missing and 17 others were injured, the reports revealed. Situation Report on 05th July 2008 Situation Report on 05th July 2008 Army snipers gun down 3 terrorists - Mannar Three LTTE terrorists were gunned down by the army snipers deployed in Mannar front in three separate incidents this morning, July 05. LTTE's Michael Base falls to Army - Welioya Troops operating under Army 59 division yesterday (July 4) captured an LTTE base called "Michael Base", said the defence sources on the Welioya front. According to the sources, the LTTE camp is one of the strategic satellite bases of the LTTE's main "One Four Base" Complex situated inside the Mulaithiuvu jungle. Troops believe at least 17 LTTE cadres were killed in this operation. Wanni libertarian operation in progress; 37 terrorists killed, over 30 injured Security forces personnel engaged in multi-pronged offensive operation to liberate Wanni from LTTE clutches killed 37 terrorists and injured 16 more in yesterday's, July 4, clashes, the finalized military report received from battlefront said. Another 17 terrorists were also reportedly either killed or wounded due to these clashes. On Jaffna theatre of battle, 3 LTTE terrorists were gunned down by the army snipers deployed in general area Muhamalai during day hours yesterday. On Wanni theatre, in Vavuniya front clashes between security forces and LTTE terrorists were reported in Navathkulam, Ampaddankulam, Nochchikulam, Palaimoddai, Navvi and KOVITKUNCHUKULAM aeras. 26 LTTE terrorists were killed while 5 others suffered injuries. An army soldier has laid his life for the sake of motherland and another 4 received injuries, the report said. In Welioya front, during heavy gun battle reported in north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas 8 terrorists were killed while another 11 suffered injuries. 18 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded during fierce gun battle erupted yesterday. Meanwhile, the security forces personnel engaged in mine clearing operatio in recently liberated areas in north of Janakapura and Kiriibbawewa have unearthed 90 anti-personnel mines, 17 IEDs and 2 anti-tank mines, the report further said. Separately, based on information received from a civilian, troops have found hand grenade and few other warlike items from genera area Pokurani last evening. 3 T-56 magazines, 90 T-56 ammunition, 2 detonators and a 6ft length detonator code were also among the items recovered. On the same day, on tip-off from civilian troops engaged in a search operation in the general area of Manalachenai Periyaweri in Trincomalee recovered 1.5 kg TNT explosives, two detonators and two feet detonator code. Situation Report on 06 July 2008 Situation Report on 06July 2008 Wanni liberation continues; 14 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Troops engaged in counter terror offensives in the Northern battlefronts yesterday (July 6) claimed 14 terrorists were killed, 8 wounded and 5 more were either killed or wounded in day's battles. Also, 2 soldiers were killed and 5 others were wounded in these incidents. In the Jaffna theatre of operations, troops confronted with a group of terrorists in the Nagarkovil area last night. Ground troops claimed 3 terrorists were either killed or wounded in this incident. In a similar incident the Muhamalai area, troops attacked a terror position on the same day evening. Radio monitoring sources confirmed 2 terrorists were killed in this incident. One soldier was killed during a separate confrontation occurred in the Muhamalai last evening. Also 2 soldiers suffered injuries , one due to anti personnel mine (AP) explosion and the other due to LTTE mortar fire in the same area. In the Wanni theatre of operations, troops operating in the Vavuniya front confronted with the terrorists in the Navatkulama, Ampaddankulam, Palaimoddai areas during the day and claimed 7 terrorist were killed. Also, one soldier suffered injuries due to an AP mine explosion in the Moddal area during evening hours. On the Mannar front, one soldier was killed during a confrontation occurred in the Puthukamama area last morning. Meanwhile snipers deployed in the South of Vidattaltivu area claimed to have shot down 3 LTTE cadres during the day. On the Welioya front , troops had a series of clashes with the terrorists in the areas North of Janakapura , Kiriibbanwewa and Andankulama and claimed 4 terrorists were killed 8 others wounded. Also , 2 soldiers suffered injuries during one of the clashes occurred in the North of Janakapura area last noon. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Wanni operation continues; 18 terrorists killed, over 30 injured Security forces personnel engaged in counter terrorist offensive operation inching further towards LTTE areas inflicting damages to the enemy. The finalized military report received from the battlefront said that 18 terrorists were killed while 29 others suffered injuries in yesterday's (July 07) clashes. 6 more terrorists were reportedly either killed or wounded, the report further said. In Jaffna theatre of battle, one soldier has laid his life for the sake of the motherland while another two suffered injuries in a confrontation took place in Nagarkovil front. Separately, two soldiers received injuries exploding anti-personnel mines in Muhamalai and Eluthumadduwal areas yesterday. In Vavuniya front incidents reported from Palaimoddai and Navvi areas. 9 terrorists were killed and 17 suffered injuries when the troops attack at terror bunker defences in Palamoiddai area. Separately, 2 more LTTE terrorists were killed when the troops ambushed an LTTE movement in Navvi area last afternoon, the report said. One T-56 weapon was also uncovered during the subsequent search operation. Meanwhile, troops in mine-clearing operation conducted in the same area unearthed 23 AP mines through out the day. In Mannar front, troops engaged in mine clearing operation in general area Puthukulam have unearthed 23 AP mines and 2 booby traps, the report said. In Welioya front, 5 terrorists were killed while another 7 suffered injuries when the troops attack at enemy defences in general area north of Janakapura. One soldier also made his supreme sacrifice while another received injuries due to these clashes. Meanwhile, 46 AP mines and 7 IED were found by the troops engaged in mine clearing operation in the same area. Separately, 2 LTTE cadres were killed while another 5 suffered injuries due to the clashes reported from north of Kiriibbanwewa area. Another 6 more LTTE cadre are reportedly either killed or wounded during the confrontations occurred in the same front. Meanwhile, A soldier suffered injuries exploding an AP mine, the report said. During the de-mining operations conducted in general area Dangeliyadda in Baticaloa, troops have found 30 AP mines yesterday. In a separate search operation conducted in Ariyamankerni in Trincomalee found few warlike items yesterday. One LTTE pouch, 4 T-56 magazines, 38 T-56 ammunition and 9 pen torch batteries were among the items found. Situation Report on 8th July 2008 Situation Report on 8thJuly 2008 Army snipers gun down 3 LTTE cadres - Mannar Army snipers gunned down 3 LTTE terrorists in two separate areas in the Mannar front during day hours today, July 08. Troops capture LTTE strong point - North of Janakapura Infantrymen of Sri Lanka Army operating under 59 division yesterday (July 7) captured an LTTE strong point located in the Mulaithiuvu jungle. 2 soldiers killed, another injured in confrontation - Vavuniya 2 soldiers were killed and another reported wounded on Tuesday (July 8) at Arsadikulama in the Vavuniya battlefront when troops confronted with a group of terrorists at 1.35p.m. SLAF raids LTTE logistic base - Paranthan Sri Lanka Air Force launched two successive air raids targeting LTTE logistic facility in general area Paranthan today, July 08. Four Tamil Gangsters jailed for murder - London Three Sri Lankan Tamil gangsters of London were sentenced to 17 years in jail for murder and another of the same gang was sentenced to 14 years in jail for the same offense by a criminal court of the Old Bailey for murdering another Tamil man by stabbing him 31 times. Situation Report on 9th July 2008 Situation Report on 9thJuly 2008 Army snipers gun down 3 LTTE cadres - Mannar Army snipers gunned down 3 LTTE terrorists in two separate areas in the Mannar front during day hours today, July 08. Troops capture LTTE strong point - North of Janakapura Infantrymen of Sri Lanka Army operating under 59 division yesterday (July 7) captured an LTTE strong point located in the Mulaithiuvu jungle. 2 soldiers killed, another injured in confrontation - Vavuniya 2 soldiers were killed and another reported wounded on Tuesday (July 8) at Arsadikulama in the Vavuniya battlefront when troops confronted with a group of terrorists at 1.35p.m. SLAF raids LTTE logistic base - Paranthan Sri Lanka Air Force launched two successive air raids targeting LTTE logistic facility in general area Paranthan today, July 08. Four Tamil Gangsters jailed for murder - London Three Sri Lankan Tamil gangsters of London were sentenced to 17 years in jail for murder and another of the same gang was sentenced to 14 years in jail for the same offense by a criminal court of the Old Bailey for murdering another Tamil man by stabbing him 31 times. Situation Report on 10 July 2008 Situation Report on 10July 2008 Five terrorist killed in clashes in Mannar - On 10th July 2008 Troops of Sri Lanka Army Task Force 1 operating on the Mannar battlefront engaged a tractor transporting armed LTTE cadres this morning (July 10). According the defence sources, the ground troops have detected the vehicle in the Karaimoddi area, South of Vidattaltivu and called in artillery support around 7 a.m. Ground troops have claimed that 3 terrorists were killed in the incident, the sources added. Meanwhile, soldiers marching towards the Vidattaltivu LTTE stronghold claimed to have gunned down 2 LTTE cadres in the Puthukkamam area around 2 this evening. Three LTTE cadres surrender at the battlefield- Palamoddai On 10th July 2008 Three Hardcore tiger cadres, fully frustrated with LTTE's inhuman cycle of violence and ill-treatment have sought refuge under the Security Forces in newly-captured Palamoddai in Vavuniya after giving up the terrorist organization. All three cadres in their twenties during their harrowing confessions told the Army troops that they were subjected to rigorous terrorist training along with a few hundred of others in Kattakadu, Palammoddai and Maniwannan areas. "On 25th September 2007 Tigers stormed my house in Maviladethuram, Adappan and took me by force to an LTTE training base in Palammoddai area. I was forced to undergo training with 220 more youths like me. It was a terrible experience and I decided to run away. My parents are at home and they are extremely worried about my future," the twenty-eight year old escapee, identified in the LTTE as "Alageshan" has gone on record saying. "Tigers took me into their custody on 27th September 2007 and carried me to a terrorist training base at Maniwannan where I was forced to undergo training for about one and half month. When the troops were approaching that training base, I surrendered myself to the troops. We are now leading a good life under the troops. LTTE will never be able to realize their goal," the other twenty-seven year old escapee has told the troops. The third escapee has got to say the following; "Tigers abducted me in September 2007 when I was fleeing Wanni areas in order to enter cleared areas and surrender to the Army. However, on the way a few terrorists questioned me and took me away in a van. Later on, a military training with some 200 others was given to me in Kattakadu area. Afterwards, I was taken to the defence line under the LTTE's 'Imran Pandiyan Unit.' We were without food, bathing and suffered heavily under those Tigers. I appeal to all others in the same plight to give up LTTE and surrender to the troops. They would be able to enjoy a better future under the troops, I am sure." (Names and proper identities of those surrendered LTTE cadres are withheld due to questions of Human Rights & security reasons) Wanni liberation in progress ; 32 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes - On 10th July 2008 Finalized military reports received from the Wanni battlefronts indicate that 32 terrorists were killed , 43 wounded and 3 more were either killed or wounded in yesterday's (July 10) offensives. Also, 4 soldiers were killed and 21 suffered injuries during these operations. On the Vavuniya front in the Wanni theatre of operations, troops had series of clashes in the Palamodai, Naddankandal, Navvi, Ampaddankulam, and Panankamam areas during the day. Ground sources claimed that 16 terrorists were killed and 23 were injured during these incidents. Also, 3 soldiers were killed and 16 suffered injuries. On the Welioya front, troops had daylong clashes with LTTE in the North of Kiriibbanwewa and North of Janakapura areas and claimed 6 terrorists were killed, 14 wounded and 3 more were either killed or wounded. Also, one soldier was killed and 3 injure. On the Mannar front, troops attacked LTTE positions in the South of Vedithalthivu and Puliyankulama, areas and claimed 10 terrorists were killed and 6 wounded. 2 soldiers suffered injuries due to anti personnel mine explosions in the Thirukethiswaram area during morning hours. Limited offensives are being continued. 8 LTTE terrorists killed, 10 wounded in Vavuniya clashes - On 10th July 2008 8 LTTE terrorists were killed and 10 wounded, Wednesday (July 9) as fighting continued throughout the day between troops and LTTE at Palamoddai, Vavuniya according to MCNS reports. The confrontation broke out at 7:00 a.m., Wednesday and continued throughout the evening till 4, at Palamoddai, the sources said, adding that no damages were caused to own troops. Meanwhile, during subsequent search operations conducted in the area troops uncovered 682 T-56 ammunition rounds, 2 x hand grenades and few ration packets, MCNS further reported. 8 LTTE terrorists killed, 10 wounded in Vavuniya clashes Situation Report on 11th July 2008 Two LTTE strongholds fall to troops - Vavuniya front Security forces personnel engaged in counter terrorist offensives made another major breakthrough capturing two more LTTE strongholds in Vavuniya front this afternoon, July 11. Despite the heavy resistance, the troops in 57 division approached towards LTTE territory and captured the Naddankandal area while the troops in Task Force 2 captured Navvi area in the same front, defence sources said. LTTE terrorists ambush passenger bus; 4 civilians killed, 25 wounded At least 4 civilians were killed and 25 others reported wounded when LTTE terrorists opened fire at a passenger bus plying from Monaragala towards Kataragama, at the 49th mile post along the Buttala-Kataragama main road, Friday (July 11), at around 10:15 a.m. Wanni operation in progress; 14 tattooists killed, 17 injured During the gun battles erupted between LTTE terrorists and security forces yesterday, July 10, 14 terrorists were killed while another 10 injured, the finalized military report received from the forefront said. 17 others were reportedly either killed or wounded. 12 LTTE terrorists killed, 19 wounded in Wanni battles At least 12 LTTE terrorists were killed, 19 wounded and 15 others reported either killed or seriously injured at the Wanni battlefront on Friday (July 11), during confrontations with security forces. LTTE bunker destroyed; 4 terrorists killed - Mannar front Army elite troops have raided an enemy bunker located 3 Km east of Vidattaltivu last morning, July 11. Army sniper guns down an LTTE terrorist - Jaffna front Army snipers deployed in Muhamalai front gunned down an LTTE terrorist last morning, July 11. Seven terrorists killed, 18 injured, 267 mines recovered in Welioya Five (05) LTTE terrorists were reported killed and six (06) were injured during confrontations at 12.45 and 2.50 in the afternoon and in the evening at 3.40 and 5.10 in North of Janakapura area, Welioya on Friday (11). Six terrorists killed, 13 injured in Vavuniya It is reported that a LTTE terrorist was injured during a confrontation with Troops in the Marathamadhu area, Vavuniya on Friday (11) morning at 11.30, while another three (03) terrorists were killed and nine (09) were injured during another confrontation in Eelamaruthankulam area, Vavuniya, in the afternoon around 2.50 on the same day(11). 30 anti-personnel mines recovered by Troops in Thoppigala area 30 (Thirty) anti - personnel mines were recovered by Troops conducting a search operation in the Dangaliyadde Area of Thoppigala on Friday (11). Situation Report on 12th July 2008 Situation Report on 12th July 2008 SLAF jets strike at LTTE bunker line: damages to machinery - Mullaittivu SLAF fighter jets launched precision air sorties at an identified LTTE bunker line, Saturday (July 12) located 3.5 km, south of Thunukkai in Mullaittivu, at around 7a.m. Escapees reveal looming humanitarian catastrophe in Mullaittivu: Seek protection with troops 19 civilians belonging to 7 families, Saturday (July 12) sought protection with security forces at Pulmoddai, in a desperate escape made from the LTTE clutches at Mullaittivu. Four terrorists killed by Troops in Mannar A soldier on duty was reported wounded due to the explosion of an anti- personnel mine in the Puthukamam, Mannar on Friday(11) afternoon around 1.40 while four (04) LTTE terrorists were killed and two soldiers were wounded in action during a confrontation on Friday morning around 9.20 at Vellaimaratahamadhu, Mannar. Situation Report on 13th July 2008 Situation Report on 13th July 2008 Army elites capture 2 LTTE bunkers; 7 terrorists killed in clashes in Mannar - On 13th July 2008 Sri Lanka Army elites launched an attack at two well-fortified bunkers manned by LTTE terrorist in the Palaiveddnmoddai area, 7 km East of Vidattaltivu around 11.30 this morning (July 13), said the defence sources on the Mannar battlefront. The soldiers have captured the two bunkers crushing down the fierce retaliation by the terrorist and later observed remains of 7 of LTTE cadres killed in the battle , the sources further said. Five bodies of the slain LTTE cadres have been recovered by the soldiers and action would be taken to hand them over to the LTTE through ICRC, the sources added. More information will follow as the search operation is in progress. Army Attacks LTTE defences South of Vidattaltivu; 7 terrorists killed - On 13th July 2008 Troops operating under Task Force 1 attacked LTTE bunker defences located in the Karaimoddai and Periyavilankuli areas in the South of Vidattaltivu at several instances this morning (July 13), the defence sources said. Troops commenced their assault by pounding a bunker compound located in the Periyavilankuli area, 2 km South of Vidattaltivu around 8.10 AM. Ground troops claimed 3 terrorists were killed in the incident. Separately, troops attacked a fortified bunker line manned by LTTE terrorists in the Karaimoddai area at two instances. In the first attack that took place at 9.30 AM troops claimed 2 terrorists were killed and in the second one that took place at 10.45 AM troops claimed 2 more terrorist were killed. Also, in the same area a soldier suffered injuries due to an anti personnel mine explosion around 10.45 AM. Wanni operation continues; 13 terrorists killed yesterday's clashes - On 13th July 2008 Reports released by the Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) on yesterday's (July12) military operations in the Northern battlefronts indicate that 13 terrorist were killed, 25 others injured. Also, a soldier was killed and 7 others suffered injuries during these battles. In the Wanni theatre of battle, troops continued to pound LTTE defences on the Mannar, Vavuniya and Welioya warfronts during the course of the day. On the Mannar front, troops operating under Task Force 1 had a series of clashes in the Puthukulama area during the daytime and claimed 16 terrorists were injured during these confrontations. One soldier suffered injuries during the same. In the general area Sannarkulama , troops confronted with a group of terrorist around 11.30 last morning . Ground troops claimed 2 terrorists were killed and 4 others wounded during this incident while own suffered no casualties. Also, in the same area troops engaged in clearing operations removed 14 anti personnel (AP) mines and 4 booby traps. Meanwhile, troops patrolling on the Mannar coast found a boat fitted with an out board mortar (OBM) left unattended in Ponnampiddi area last morning. Inside the boat, troops found 50 liters of Patrol and 50 liters of Diesel made ready to be transported to the terrorists. On the Vavuniya front, troops attacked two terror bunkers located in the Palamodai area since last morning and claimed two bunkers and a 60mm mortar position were destroyed. According to the ground troops 3 terrorists were killed and 3 others were wounded in the these confrontations that lasted till the evening. In the Navvi area, troops had three separate confrontations with the terrorist during the daytime. Ground troops claimed that 4 terrorists were killed and 5 others suffered injuries while one soldier was killed and two others suffered injuries during these clashes. Also, in the same area one soldier was injured due to an AP mine explosion during the morning hours. Welioya battlefront remained most eventful as usual as troops moving towards Mullaittiuvu had daylong clashes with the terrorists in the Mulaithiuvu forest, North of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas. Ground troops claimed that 5 terrorists were killed and at least 15 others were injured while one soldier injured during these clashes. Also , two soldiers suffered injuries in an IED explosion occurred in the North of Janakapura area last morning. Troops engaged in clearing operations removed 141 AP mines and 16 IEDs during day's operations. In a separate clash reported from Kambiliyawa on last evening troops claimed a terrorist was killed. Earlier on Friday (July 11) troops found one T-56 riffle, 60 ammo, 1 radio communication set . 2 claymore bombs weighing 2.5 kg each, 3 RPG bombs, 1 hand grenade, along with other military wear during a search conducted in the same area. Meanwhile in Jaffna Theater of battle, a soldier suffered injuries due to terrorist small arms fire in the Kilaly area last noon. Also , 2 terrorists suffered injuries in a confrontation occurred in the Nagarkovil area on the same day morning. Limited offensives are being continued to liberate Wanni. Situation Report on 14 July 2008 Situation Report on 14 July 2008 11 LTTE terrorists killed - Mannar front According to a military report received from the Mannar battlefront this evening (July 14) 11 terrorists were killed and 10 others wounded when the troops launched attacks targeting LTTE bunker defences in general area Karalmoddai in two separate occasions during the day hours today. Family forced to feed LTTE terrorists nabbed- Valaichchenai Troops deployed in the Aselapura, in Valaichchenai area have arrested a family along with a canter loaded with dry rations around 3.45 this morning (July 14). Police Commandos arrest LTTE cadre in Batticaloa Police sources in Batticaloa said that the Police Special Task Force (STF) personnel had arrested an LTTE cadre in the Wellawali area last morning. Situation Report on 17 July 2008 Situation Report on 17 July 2008 6 hand grenades, warlike items found - Jaffna on 17th July 2008 On information received from a civilian, troops found six hand grenades along with some other warlike items while conducting a search operation in two separate areas in Jaffna this morning, July 17. Five hand grenades, two detonators, LTTE pack and few warlike and food items were found in a search operation launched in general area Ariyalai around 11.30 a.m, defence sources in Jaffna said. These items had been concealed in a jungle patch, defence sources added. Meanwhile, one hand grenade and few food items were found in a separate search operation conducted in general area Kolombuthurai in Jaffna around 8.20 a.m, sources added. Wanni operation in progress; 22 terrorists killed over 45 wounded - on 17th July 2008 Following a significant victory over the LTTE terrorists by capturing the LTTE's main sea tiger base in the western coast, army troops continuing their offensive march further into LTTE dominated areas inflecting damages to the enemy, the finalized military report received from the battlefront said. 22 terrorists were killed, 33 wounded and 15 others reportedly either killed or wounded due to the clashes reported in Jaffna, Vavuniya, Mannar and Welioya theaters of ballet yesterday, July 16, the report stated. In Jaffna theatre of battle, 2 LTTE terrorists were killed by the army snipers deployed in Kattiyaratan and Muhamalai areas. In Wanni theatre, Vavuniya front, clashes between security forces and terrorists were reported from Periyamarailuppai, Kuttimulai, Pandiyankulam, Palaimoddai and Navvi areas, the report said. Troops ambushed an LTTE movement in general area Periyamarailuppai killing 4 LTTE terrorists. Meanwhile, in a separate confrontation took place in Kuttimulai 2 more LTTE terrorists were killed. A soldier suffered injuries due to LTTE retaliation was admitted to the Ampara hospital. In another confrontation took place in last afternoon in general area Pandiyankulam, 4 LTTE terrorists received injuries, ground troops confirmed. Troops attacked at terror bunker defence in Palaimoddai area and intercepted radio communication revealed that an LTTE terrorist was killed in this attack. Meanwhile, 5 terrorists were killed while 19 others suffered injuries due to the clashes sparked between security forces and the LTTE terrorists in general area Navvi during the day. An army soldier made his supreme sacrifice for the sake of motherland in a confrontation took place in this area, the report said. In Mannar front, after capturing the LTTE's main sea tiger base in Vidattaltivu troops launched consolidating operations in the area. 3 LTTE bodies of LTTE terrorists killed in this attack found in this operation. Further, 4 vehicles used by the terrorists were also fund by the troops. A Dump truck, a motor bike, a boom truck and a Canter were among them. Two army soldiers also have made their supreme sacrifice on behalf of the motherland and 6 others suffered injuries, the report further said. Meanwhile, troops engaged in mine clearing operation in general area Palampiddi unearthed 6 anti-personnel mines and a booby trap. In Welioya front, confrontations occurred between troops and terrorists in north of Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Andankulam areas. 8 terrorists were killed, 10 more wounded during these clashes, the report said. Further, 15 other terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded. 9 soldiers also received injuries due to the confrontations and anti-personnel mine explosions. Troops engaged in mine clearing operations in north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas troops have unearthed 90 anti-personnel mines and 7 Improvised Explosive Devices, the report added. SLAF raids LTTE gathering - north of Vidattaltivu - on 17th July 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopter gun ships raided an LTTE gathering in general area Iluppaikkadavai, 5Km north of Vidattaltivu, this noon, July 17. The Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara speaking to defence.lk said that the close air support mission to support ground troops was launched around 12.15 p.m observing a gathering of the LTTE cadres by the air surveillances continuously conducting in these areas. By monitoring the LTTE radio communication following the bombardment, it is observed that terrorists have asked for more vehicles to evacuate their casualties, the spokesperson added. As the soldiers of Army Task Force 1 and Commando Brigade operating on the Mannar warfront liberated the strategically important Vidattaltivu in last morning, July 16, the LTTE terrorist have started to withdraw towards Iluppaikkadavai, North of Vidattaltivu, defence sources in Mannar said. Situation Report on 18 July 2008 Situation Report on 18 July 2008 Victorious march continues; 18 terrorists killed in clashes in Wanni and North - On 18th July 2008 Multi pronged offensives at LTTE defences in the Wanni and Jaffna continued yesterday (July 17) leading Sri Lankan armed forces further closer to their final objective. According to the finalized military reports received from Wanni and Jaffna battlefronts at least 18 terrorists were killed, 27 wounded and 22 more were either killed or wounded. Also, 4 soldiers laid down their lives on the battlefield, one reported missing and 9 others bore wounds during these battles fought to liberate the motherland. In the Jaffna theatre of battle, troops launched attacks at LTTE bunkers located in the Ponnar and Muhamalai areas in 4 separate occasions during the day. However, the exact details of terror casualties of these incidents were not available. Meanwhile, a sniper deployed in the Muhamalai forward defence line (FDL) confirmed shooting down of one LTTE cadre last morning. In the Wanni theatre of operations, victorious troops of the Task Force 1 marched further northwards along the northwestern coast on the Mannar-Vavuniya combined warfront and halted 3km south Iluppaikkaddavai. Separately, soldiers of the same force removed 21 anti personnel (AP) mines while clearing Echchalarakkai area. Meanwhile, troops of 57 division (Div) operating at the central part of the Vavuniya- Mannar front continued to dominate South of Tunukkai terror stronghold. During their march troops attacked a group of LTTE cadres detected in the area last evening and claimed 9 terrorists were wounded while a soldier was reported missing. Later, radio monitoring sources revealed 2 terrorists were killed in this incident. Separately, 57 Div troops operating in the Pandiyankulam area confronted with a group of terrorists in the same evening and claimed 2 terrorists killed and few others wounded. Troops also, collected 2 bodies of slain LTTE cadres along with 2 T-56 weapons. Later, radio monitoring sources confirmed that 3 LTTE cadres were wounded while 2 reported missing in the incident. A sniper deployed in the Oddankulama area claimed that one terrorist was killed during the evening hours. Meanwhile, troops of Task Force 2 operating in the eastern flank of the Vavuniya- Mannar front continued their offensives in the Palamoddai and Navvi areas along the day. In the general area Palamoddai troops had 2 major incidents in the morning and evening. Troops attacked a group of terrorists last morning and claimed 2 terrorists were killed. During the evening hours, troops attacked a terror bunker and claimed one terrorist was either killed or wounded. Meanwhile, troops attacked and captured 8 LTTE bunkers located in separate locations in the Navvi area during the course of the day and claimed 2 terrorists were killed and 5 others were either killed or wounded. Two soldiers were killed and 4 others suffered injuries due to an IED (improvised explosive device) on the same day evening. At Pillaiyanankulam , Army listening post came under an attack during midnight. A soldier was killed in this incident. Meanwhile, troops of 56 Div operating in the Vedamakilam area confronted with a group of terrorists during the morning hours and claimed 2 terrorists were killed. On the Welioya front, troops of 59 Div continued their offensive march through the Mullaittivu and had daylong clashes with the terrorists in the North of Janakapura, North of Kiriibbanwewa, Andankulama, Nittukkai, and Vellankulama areas. In the North of Janakapura area, troops had 7 separate confrontations with the terrorists. According to the details complied on ground and technical sources, 3 terrorists were killed, 4 wounded and 6 others were either killed or wounded. Also, troops destroyed 2 LTTE bunkers and removed 3 IEDs. In the North of Kiriibbanwewa area, troops attacked 3 LTTE bunkers at separate incidents and claimed one terrorist was killed, 3 others wounded and 7 more were either killed or wounded. In the general area Anadankulama, troops had four separate confrontations with the terrorists and claimed one terrorist was killed, 5 others wounded and 3 more were either killed or wounded. Also, 2 soldiers suffered injuries due to terror mortar fire in one of the confrontations occurred last morning. Troops engaged in clearing operations in the area removed 27 AP mines and 3 IEDs. In the general area , Vellankulama, troops attacked an LTTE bunker during evening hours and claimed one terrorist was killed and 3 others wounded. Meanwhile, in the general area Nittukkai, one soldier was killed and 3 others suffered injuries in 2 separate IED explosions occurred last morning. Limited offensives are being continued. SL Navy rescues an Indian national fleeing LTTE custody - On 18th July 2008 The Sri Lanka Navy has rescued an Indian national who had been under LTTE custody since 2003 with other seven Sri Lankan Tamils while they were fleeing to India on a boat last Wednesday, July 16. The SL Navy patrolling craft intercepted the boat carrying these escapees near Talaimannar on Wednesday morning. The Indian National, Selvam Sudesh Kannan (28) resident in Madras, who was said to have come to Sri Lanka with other 3 Indian Nationals on 19th January 2003 and went to Kilinochchi as to visit "one of his crew members' relative there ". Describing his ordeal Kannan said that they had been arrested on 21st January 2003 and kept under LTTE custody while on their way to Kilinochchi. "we had been kept in a torture camp in Kilinochchi and over 150 people were kept under their custody in this camp", Kanna added. After years in custody, on February 2008, he had been released and assigned duties in terror garage located Mundanpiddi, Kilinochchi. "As the LTTE outfit running short of cadres to occupy their defences, the people hold torture camps under LTTE custody were released and assigned for various duties, sometimes in the defence lines too", Kannan further said. According to the Kannan, with the help of Lankan Tamils, he has decided to escape the outfit but he was not aware of the fate of three other Indians as the LTTE terrorist had taken them to separate areas.. Sri Lanka Navy has stepped up their search operations from Delft to Talaimannar to prevent supplies to the LTTE and to block the terror escaping routes, Navy sources said. 11 Tamil civilians seek protection with security forces- Mannar - On 18th July 2008 Eleven Tamil civilians from non-liberated Pallikudah locality Thursday (July 17), sought protection with security forces in Mannar. According to sources, the civilians had arrived at the Mannar coast on a fiberglass dinghy fitted with a 15Hp outboard motor. There was one family of six members and five other individuals in the group the Navy said, adding that except the ten (10) year old boy, all the others were within age group of seventeen (17) and twenty four (24) years. "They had fled from Pallikudah area due to scarcity of basic needs, harassments by LTTE and insecurity," Navy further said citing the escapees. Two consecutive air raids targeting LTTE heavy weapons and boats - Mullaittiuvu On 18th July 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force carried out two consecutive air raids targeting LTTE heavy weapon deployment and LTTE logistic boats in the Mullaittiuvu lagoon area this morning, July 18. Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, speaking to defence.lk said that SLAF fighter jets raided LTTE's heavy weapon deployment in 2km west of Mullaittiuvu lagoon around 6.10 a.m. Further speaking he added that the second air bombardment carried out around 6.20 a.m targeting 3 large-scale LTTE logistic boats at Mullaittiuvu lagoon. Citing the pilots, spokesperson confirmed that 2 boats were completely destroyed while the other is still in flames. Claymore mine, detonators found on civilian info- Batticaloa On 18th July 2008 Acting on civilian information, troops found a claymore mine, 2x detonators and few other items hidden in an abandoned land during a search operation conducted in general area Valachchenai, Batticaloa on Thursday (July 17) at 10.30p.m. Two 9v batteries and a 150m length flexible wire roll were also among the items found, security sources said. Situation Report on 19 July 2008 Situation Report on 19 July 2008 Wanni liberation bid heading for success; 18 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Sri Lanka Armed Forces' bid to liberate Northern Province from the terror clutches reached further towards successes as troops continued give heavy beating to the terrorist on the Mannar- Vavuniya and Welioya fronts during yesterday's (July 19) operations. Wanni liberation operation continues; 17 terrorists killed, over 40 wounded - On 19th July 2008 Security forces personnel engaged in counter terrorist offensive operation to liberate Wanni region inching further towards LTTE territory inflicting damages to the enemy. The finalized military report received from the warfront said that 17 terrorists were killed, 19 suffered injuries and 23 reportedly either killed or wounded due to the yesterday's clashes. 19 soldiers also reportedly received injuries, the report added. In Jaffna theatre of battle, army snipers deployed in Nagarkovil front gunned down an LTTE terrorist ahead of the defence line. In Wanni theatre, Vavuniya front clashes between LTTE terrorist and troops reported in Pandiyankulam, Navvi and Palamoddai areas. In several confrontations reported in the Navvi area, 8 terrorists were killed while another 11 suffered injuries, the report stated. 8 soldiers also received injuries due to these clashes. Meanwhile, in a separate confrontation reported in Palamoddai area, intercepted terror radio communication revealed that an LTTE cadre was killed while another wounded. Separately, an army soldier suffered injuries exploding an anti-personnel mine in general area Pandiyankulam and was admitted to the military hospital in Ampara. In Mannar front, 6 soldier reportedly injured exploding a booby trap in Kuruniadi and Kaddadivayal areas. In Welioya front, 7 terrorists were killed and 8 more suffered injuries due to a chain of clashes reported in north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas occurred yesterday. 23 more terrorists were reportedly either killed or wounded. 4 soldiers also suffered injuries during these clashes. Meanwhile, 20 anti-personnel mines laid by the terrorists have been removed by the troops in mine clearing operations in Janakapura area. Offensive operation to liberate Wanni region continues. Claymore mines, warlike items found on information from surrendered- Trincomalee On 19th July 2008 Based on information from two LTTE surrendees, Police and Army conducted combined search operations in general area Thennamaranwadi, 22km North of Kuchchaweli, Friday (July 18) at 1.30p.m., and unearthed 7 claymore mines, hand grenades and a hoard of medicine from a jungle patch in the area. According to military, the search teams were led by two LTTE surrendees who sought protection with the Uppuveli Police on Tuesday (15). The items were found hidden in 6 plastic barrels and buried in a jungle thicket at Thennamaranwadi, Kumburuppiddi, Police said. According to Police sources following items were found during the search operation including few LTTE uniforms and a stock of medicine. 8kg weighing claymore mines 01 5kg weighing claymore mines 04 1kg weighing claymore mine 02 Electrical detonators 19 Exploders 05 Hand grenades 06 Anti-personnel (AP) mines 02 Binoculars 01 T-56 ammunitions 60 Flexible wire roll approx 35m length (04) Detonator code 30m Cyanide capsules 04 The Trincomalee Police is conducting further investigations. Situation Report on 20 July 2008 Situation Report on 20 July 2008 Advancing army elites attack terror group; 13 terrorists killed, anti air gun seized - North of Iluppaikkaddavai Army Commandos in pursuit of the withdrawing terrorists along the Mannar- Pooneryn (A-32) road attacked a group of terrorist detected in the Murunkalyadippudi area 3 Km North of Iluppaikkaddavai around 12.10 this afternoon. Troops Liberate Iluppaikkadavai Sri Lanka army declared Iluppaikkadavai town liberated for the first time in after 21 years this afternoon (July 20). According to defence sources troops of Task Force 1 and Commando brigade encircled the remote town situated 12 km North of Vidattaltivu by last night . . . Navy and Air Force attack LTTE boats - South Nachchikudha Sri Lanka Navy Coastal Patrol Craft (CPC) and Air Force Kfir fighter have jets mounted a joint raid at a group of 8 LTTE small boats detected in the South of Nachchikudha area this evening (July 20). Situation Report on 21 July 2008 Situation Report on 21 July 2008 Two terrorist bodies handed over to ICRC- Vavuniya Security forces today (July 21) handed over two bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during confrontation with SLA at the Vavuniya battle front. LTTE terrorist commits suicide while been chased - Jaffna A terrorist exploded a hand grenade committing suicide while been chased by SLA troops Sunday (July 20), in general area Illavalai, Jaffna, at around 4.15 p.m. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 22 July 2008 Air intelligence confirms 22 LTTE suicide bombers killed in air raid - Mullaittiuvu Air Force spokesman Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara speaking to defence.lk said that 22 LTTE suicide bombers (Black Tigers ) were killed in the air raid carried out this morning (July 22) at the Uddayarkattukulam LTTE camp. Navy destroys one LTTE boat, damages 2 in a sea battle - Pulmoddai An LTTE boat was destroyed and two more were heavily damaged when the Sri Lanka Navy's Fast Attack Craft (FACs) engaged a cluster of LTTE boats detected in the seas off Pulmoddai around 1.30 a.m today, 22 July. Situation Report on 23 July 2008 Situation Report on 23 July 2008 Suspected LTTE suicide cadre arrested - Horana on 23rd July 2008 Police personnel attached to Horana Police arrested a suspected female LTTE suicide cadre this morning (July 23). According to the police sources, the arrest was made around 10.30 AM on information received by the police. The 34 year old suspect has been identified as a resident of Kilinochchi, said the sources. She had come to the area yesterday and obtained an employment at a garment factory situated in the Moonagama area, the sources added. Navy launches search and rescue operations to help distressed fishermen - on 23rd July 2008 The Sri Lanka Navy has launched special search and rescue operations in the Western and Southern coastal waters to find the fishing vessels that have been distressed in prevailing adverse weather conditions. According to the Naval sources, 4 fishing vessels that had gone to sea from Negambo, Tangalle , and Ahungalla areas were initially reported missing. Navy rescue teams deployed in the Negambo seas have rescued one of the two missing boats that had gone to sea from the area this evening, said the sources. However, the fishermen onboard were reportedly went aboard another fishing trawler before their craft had capsized, the sources further said. The vessel has been taken to the Colombo harbour and four navy ships have been deployed to find the rest of the missing fishing vessels, the sources added. 25 LTTE terrorists killed, 17 wounded in Wanni fighting - on 23rd July 2008 Security Forces operating ahead of Illuppakaddavai at the Wanni battle theater pounded identified LTTE positions and gathering points with heavy artillery and mortar fire yesterday (July 22) as troops confirmed killing at least 25 terrorists and injuring 17 others. According to finalized military reports, 56 Division troops operating East of the A-9 trunk road at Navathkulama, attacked an LTTE movement killing a terrorists at around 11a.m. Meanwhile, 8 terrorists were reported killed and 7 others injured during an ambush sprung by troops in general area Kuttimulai, at the combined Vavuniya-Mannar front, at 3.50p.m. 50 anti-personnel mines (AP) were also recovered during a subsequent search operations conducted in the area, military said. Also, troops confirmed that 7 terrorists were killed, another 6 wounded in separate confrontations with LTTE in general areas Palaimoddai and Navvi on Tuesday. 4 soldiers also received injuries during the confrontations, military further said. Another soldier also sustained injuries during a confrontation with LTTE in general area Murunkaiyadippuddai. At the Welioya battlefront, troops killed 7 terrorists, injured 4 while ground troops believed that 24 terrorists were either killed or wounded in the clashes. According to military clashes between troops and LTTE were reported in general areas North of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa. 2 soldiers also laid their lives while 3 others received injuries in the confrontations, military said. Separately, troops engaged in search operations North of Kiriibbanwewa uncovered 41AP mines and 2 IEDs, military said. At the Jaffna battlefront, in Muhamalai troops attacked an LTTE bunker defence with small arms fire killing 2 terrorists, according to reports. A soldier was also reported wounded in an AP mine explosion in the same area. 12 terrorists killed, 30 injured and 5 LTTE bunkers destroyed- Wanni on 23rd July 2008 12 LTTE terrorists were killed and 30 others reported wounded Tuesday (July 22) when troops of the 57 Division pushed into LTTE defences in general area Murunkaiaddipiddi at the combined Mannar- Vavuniya front, MCNS reports. According to the sources, troops have destroyed 5 LTTE bunkers during the multiple attacks launched between 12 noon and 3p.m., also recovering 4 LTTE bodies during subsequent search operations conducted in the area, located 5km Northeast of Iluppaikkadavai. Troops also recovered a T-56 assault riffle another T-81 weapon, LTTE uniforms and few food items in the search operation, sources further added. Situation Report on 24th July 2008 Situation Report on 24th July 2008 Vavunikulam Tank bund falls to Army: 25 LTTE killed, scores injured- Mullaittivu 57 Division troops operating at the combined Mannar - Vavuniya front advanced from its newly established positions at Pandiyankulama and forced further into non-liberated area, 3 km Southeast of Mallavi and have reportedly captured the Vavunikulam Tank bund, in Mullaittivu District today (July 24), at around 10 a.m. Navy thwarts sea tiger movement: 3 LTTE boats destroyed off Mullaittivu 3 LTTE boats were destroyed, many damaged when the Sri Lanka Naval elite Fast Attack Craft (FACs) engaged an LTTE boat movement at Chilawattai in the seas 2 Nm South of Mullaittivu, today (July 24)at around 6.30 p.m. 9 bodies of slain terrorists handed over to ICRC-Vavuniya Security forces Thursday (July 24) handed over 9 bodies of terrorists killed during fighting with troops at the Wanni battlefront in Palaimoddai and Periyamadhu areas to the ICRC officials in Vavuniya. 14 LTTE terrorists killed 9 injured in yesterday's clashes At least 14 LTTE terrorists were killed and 9 wounded in yesterday's (July 23) fighting ensued between troops and LTTE ahead of LTTE defences at the Wanni battle theater. SLAF raids LTTE leaders' gathering point- Mullaittivu SLAF fighter jets launched precision air raids at a LTTE leaders' gathering point Thursday (July 24) located 2.5 km East of Thunukkai in Mullaittivu district. Air Force fighter jets raid LTTE recruit training centre - Oddusuddan Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets launched air strikes targeting an LTTE recruit training centre in the Oddusuddan area , approximately 20 km Southwest of Mulaithiuvu this morning (July 24). Situation Reports on 25th July 2008 Situation Reports on 25th July 2008 33 LTTE bodies found in consolidating operations - Mallavi Troops in 57 Division and Special Forces engaged in consolidation operations in north of Vavunikulam, in combined Mannar and Vavuniya front, have found 33 bodies of the LTTE terrorists along with a large stock of arms and ammunition this evening, July 25, a latest report received from the battle front says. Eight senior LTTE cadres of the 'Charles Anthony' band were also among the terrorists killed during this gun battle, the report added. The senior LTTE Terrorists killed during fierce battle were identified as Pallavan, Ambumani, Selvakannan, Sellappu, Muhi, Illambu, Sudar and Jenathan who were at the commanding level of the 'Charles Anthony' band in Mannar sector. LTTE outfit have given self-styled rank of "Lieutenant Colonel" to the Pallavan and Ambumani, the report further added. 4 LTTE terrorists killed in a confrontation - Tunukkai Troops engaged in counter terrorist offensive operations in combined Mannar - Vavuniya front confronted with a group of LTTE terrorists in general area Kalvilan, west of Tunukkai, Mullaittiuvu district, this morning, July 25. LTTE suffers heavy beating: 30 bodies found - Mallavi Heavy ground battles were reported between troops and LTTE in general area North of Vavunikulam Tank, Southeast of Mallavi in Mullaittivu District as troops mounted intense retaliation thwarting an LTTE counter attack killing over 30 terrorists including a leader of the 'Charles Anthony' band on Thursday (July 24) evening. MI-24 Gunships neutralize LTTE mortar launching pad- Mullaittiuvu SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships Friday (July 25) have totally neutralized an LTTE mortar launching pad located 3.5km Southwest of Tunukkai in the Mullaittiuvu district, during close-fire-support missions launched assisting the advancing ground troops. 13 terrorists killed, 40 wounded in yesterday's clashes 13 more terrorists were killed while 18 others reportedly wounded due to the clashes erupted in Northern and Wanni battlefronts in yesterday, July 24, addition to the major gun battle reported in combined Mannar - Vavuniya front. 22 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded, a finalized military report received from the battlefront says. Situation Reports on 26th July 2008 Situation Reports on 26th July 2008 12 LTTE terrorists killed, 20 injured during confrontations in Welioya WELIOYA: 12 (Twelve) LTTE terrorists were killed and twenty (20) other terrorists were reported injured in the heavy fighting reported from the WELIOYA area on Friday (25). 16 terrorists killed, 10 terrorists injured, 6 bunkers destroyed by Army VAVUNIYA : A Tiger terrorists was reported killed during a confrontation with Troops in PANDIYANKALLI area, VAVUNIYA on Friday (25) morning around 9.00. Troops recovered a T56 assault rifle and Five packets of "Dry" rations. LTTE terrorist killed in Jaffna JAFFNA: A Tiger terrorist was reported killed by Troops in a confrontation at MUHAMALAI, JAFFNA, on Friday (25). Situation Report on 27 July 2008 Situation Report on 26 July 2008 Security Forces seize control over 'Sugandan Base' - Welioya Troops of the 59 Division led by Brigadier Nanadana Udawatte Sunday (July 27) seized total control over 'Sugandan' base a satellite base of the LTTE's 'One-Four-base' complex located North of Kiriibbanwewa inside the thick jungles of Mullaittiuvu, following days of heavy confrontations. Security forces continue advances: 13 terrorists killed, dozen wounded Troops at the combined Mannar - Vavuniya front were gradually budding their way towards the road leading from Mankulama to Vellankulama and are now reportedly operating... ICRC takes 19 LTTE bodies to Kilinochchi Security forces Sunday (July 27) handed over 19 bodies of terrorists killed during pitched battles in general area Vavunikulama North, on Friday (25), to the ICRC officials in Vavuniya. Situation Reports on 29th July 2008 Situation Reports on 29th July 2008 Clashes continue in Wanni; over 30 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Troops continuing their liberation operation in the Wanni region yesterday (July 28) reported that 33 terrorists were killed while 34 others wounded and 11 more were either killed or wounded. Also, 3 soldiers laid down their lives in the battlefield while 8 others suffered injuries. Troops of Task Force 2 operating at the right flank of the combined Vavuniya- Mannar battlefront had several clashes with the terrorists in Navvi area and claimed 9 terrorists were killed 12 others were wounded. Troops attacked a terror bunker around 4 in the evening and claimed to have killed 3 terrorists and wounded 8 others. One soldier suffered injuries in this incident. In a separate confrontation occurred in the same area around 4.20 PM troops claimed 3 terrorists were killed and 4 others were wounded. A soldier suffered injuries due to an Anti Personnel (AP) mine explosion during the incident. In a similar confrontation occurred around 1 PM troops claimed 2 terrorists were killed. Meanwhile, a sniper deployed in the area confirmed shooting down of one LTTE cadre around 14.20 PM. In the general area Kuttimulai a soldier of 57 suffered injuries due to an IED (Improvised Explosive Device) explosion last afternoon. This injured was air lifted to the Anuradhapura military hospital. Meanwhile, troops of 56 division operate separately from main battlefronts in Vavuniya, lunched an assault at an LTTE bunker located in the Navatkulma area around 11 AM. Troops claimed one terrorist was killed and found 3 AP mines during the clearing operations. In a similar incident occurred in Vilakkvittakulam area around 2.40 PM troops claimed 2 terrorists were killed. Troops operating under Task Force 1 continued their march towards Vellankulama along the left flank of the Vavuniya- Mannar combined front engaged indirect fire at the terror targets located North of Iluppaikkaddavai last forenoon . According to the details received from both ground and technical sources, 8 terrorists were killed and 5 wounded in these attacks. On the Welioya front troops of 59 division had daylong clashes with the terrorists in the areas North of Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa, and Kokkuthuduvai areas and claimed 13 terrorists were killed 17 others wounded and 11 more were either killed or wounded. Also, 3 soldiers were killed and 5 others were wounded during these clashes. Situation Reports on 30st July 2008 Situation Reports on 30st July 2008 Air Force Fighter Jets destroy training camp of LTTE suicide bombers Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed a training facility of LTTE suicide bombers also known as Black Tigers located in the Iranamadu area, 3km southeast of Kilinochchi this morning (July 30). Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara speaking to defence.lk confirmed that the terror camp was destroyed in the air raid carried out at 6.35 AM. He said, citing fighter pilots that the camp was in flames after the bombing mission. Meanwhile, defence intelligence sources said the targeted "Black Tiger" camp was operated directly under guidance of LTTE's notorious intelligence wing leader Pottu Amman. The target was obtained after receiving real time ground information that an activity of suicide bombers was going on at the camp, said the sources. The exact location of the target was in the Thirivaiaru area , just 3 Km off from the LTTE's main stronghold at Kilinochchi, the sources added. LTTE is a ruthless terror outfit fighting for a mono ethnic separate homeland for the Tamils in Sri Lanka since 1983. The organizations operates under extreme tribal ideologies created by its megalomaniac leader V. Prabhakaran and has unleashed one of the most barbaric terrorist wars in the world against the citizens of Sri Lanka. Offensives continue in Wanni as LTTE flee further North: 16 terrorists killed, 3 wounded in yesterday's fighting Security Forces operating at the combined Mannar- Vavuniya front led continuous attacks at identified terror positions Monday (July 29), inflicting heavy damages to LTTE as finalized military reports state 16 terrorists killed, 3 wounded in addition to 16 others believed either killed or wounded in the battles. According to the reports, troops of the 57 Division operating at the eastern flank of the battlefront have killed 4 terrorists in general area Northwest of Kalvilan, Southeast of the Vellankulam-Thunukkai main road, and 2 others killed by troops of the Task Force 2 now operating in Navvi and Palamoddai general areas, West of the A-9 trunk road. 2 soldiers sustained injuries in separate confrontations ensued with LTTE in general area Kalvilan, while another soldier laid his life and 2 reported wounded in separate fighting erupted in general area Vavunikulam, Southeast of Mallavi, military further stated. Meanwhile, troops of the Task Force-1 flanking the western edge of the combined Mannar- Vavuniya front had reportedly killed 9 terrorists in yesterday's clashes. According to reports, 10 terrorists were either killed or wounded during a fierce exchange of gunfire between troops and LTTE in general area Admpamkulam, at 2.25p.m., in addition to 4 others reported killed in a SLA laid ambush in the same area at around 2.45p.m. Also, troops confirmed killing 5 terrorists during a confrontation with LTTE in general area Kalmadu, at 2.30p.m. During a subsequent search operation conducted troops recovered an LTTE body, 05 hand grenades, a T-56 assault riffle and a dog-tag, sources stated. Military citing ground troops said that, 3 terrorists were either killed or wounded in general area Kalmadu at 2.35p.m. On the Welioya battlefront, security forces have killed a terrorist and injured 3 others on Tuesday's fighting in addition to 2 Army soldiers who were reported wounded in the incidents, according to military. Troops have also uncovered 103 anti-personnel (AP) mines and 11 IEDs during separate search operations conducted North of Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Nittukkaikulama. Meanwhile, troops also have attacked and overran 8 LTTE bunker defences either killing or injuring 3 terrorists during the offensive North of Kiriibbanwewa at 5.30a.m., reports further stated citing ground troops. Troops destroy LTTE bunker defence; mortar gun, vehicles seized - Vavuniya Troops operating at the eastern flank of the combined Mannar-Vavuniya front at Vellankulama Tuesday (July 29) forced into an LTTE bunker defence killing one terrorist while seizing a 60mm mortar gun along with few vehicles, at around 6.45p.m. According to military, troops have launched the assault following reconnaissance of terrorist activities and have reportedly captured a tractor, 01x motor bike and a T-56 assault riffle. The body of a slain terrorist was also found during subsequent search operations conducted, sources said. Situation Reports on 31st July 2008 Situation Reports on 31st July 2008 Fierce gun battle in Mannar front; 7 LTTE bodies recovered Seven LTTE bodies were recovered following a fierce gun battle erupted between the security forces and LTTE terrorists in general area north of Mundampiddi in Mannar front this afternoon, July 31. The latest report received from the battlefront said that troops in Task Force-1 attacked at terror stronghold located in north of Mundampiddi around 2.15 p.m. inflicting maximum damages to the enemy. 3 T-56 weapons, 2 hand grenades were also uncovered along with the 7 bodies of the slain LTTE cadres during the search operation conducted, the report added. Troops have gained total control over 5 square kilometer area as the terrorists fled with their casualties in a face of effective fire power launched by the advancing troops. The further consolidating operations are now underway. Security forces pound LTTE bunker positions: 8 terrorists killed, 19 wounded- Palamoddai Advancing troops of the Task Force-2 operating in Palamoddai general area at the Wanni battle theater mounted heavy mortar and artillery attacks Wednesday (July 30) killing at least 8 terrorists, injuring 19 others, military sources said. According to finalized reports received from the battlefront troops have advanced into LTTE bunker positions overwhelming terrorists and seizing control over 8 bunkers killing at least 7 terrorists alone, while LTTE transmission were cited as another 15 seriously injured. Troops pounced at the LTTE defences in a surprise assault launched in general area Palamoddai, at around 6p.m. 4 soldiers were also reported wounded in the skirmishes, military said. Earlier, at 10.45a.m, troops clashed with a group of terrorists and have reportedly killed a terrorist and injured 4 others in the same area. Wanni liberating operation continues; 5 terrorists killed, 22 wounded in yesterday's clashes Troops engaged in counter terrorist offensive operation in Wanni theatre of battle killed 5 LTTE terrorists and injured 11 others in series of clashes took place in yesterday, July 30, the finalized military report received from the battlefront said. 11 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded. An army soldier has laid his life for the sake of motherland while 11 others received injuries. In Vavuniya front, troops attacked at terror bunker and killed one terrorist in general area Vedamakilam. Meanwhile, 3 soldiers suffered injuries exploding terror IEDs in general areas south of Kalvilan and Periyamadu. In Mannar front, 3 more soldiers received injuries due to the mine explosions while conducting mine clearing operations in recently liberated areas, the report added. In Welioya front, series of clashes reported in north of Janakapura and north of Kiriibbanwewa areas. The military report said 4 LTTE terrorists were killed, 11 suffered injuries while 11 more reportedly either killed or wounded. Troops engaged in mine clearing operations in recently liberated areas in north of Janakapura unearthed 51 Anti-Personnel mines and 16 Improvised Explosive Devices. Meanwhile, following list of items were found from an LTTE bunker captured in general area north of Janakapura. An army soldier has made his supreme sacrifice for the sake of motherland while five others received injuries in yesterday's clashes, the report added. SLAF MI-24 helicopters raid LTTE defences - Mannar Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopter gun ships launched a close air support mission targeting LTTE defences in 1Km west of Wellankulam junction, Mannar front, today, July 31. The Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, speaking to the defence.lk said that the air raid was launched around 11.30 a.m to assist the ground troops of Task Force1 engaged in offensive march in Mannar front. Situation Reports on 01st Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 01st Aug 2008 Explosive devices recovered by Army and STF - Batticaloa 12 Anti- Personnel mines and 100 Live Rounds of T56 ammunition were recovered by the Army and the Special Task Force respectively during search operations conducted in the Dangaliyadde area, Batticaloa on Friday (01) afternoon around 3.00. Police Special Investigating Team recovers military hardware from Trincomalee area The Police Special Investigating Team conducting a search operation on Friday (01) in the Police area of Uppuveli, Trincomalee near the 6th Mile Post in the Periyakulam jungle area of recovered the under mentioned items of military hardware which had been buried underground by the LTTE terrorists. RPG Rounds 01 Claymore Mines 02 (3.5Kg each) T56 Magazine 01 T56 Live Rounds 50 Hand Grenades 02('JR' type) LTTE pouch 01 RPG Chargers 02 Black overalls 03 (LTTE type) Burnt part of Claymore Mine Four terrorists killed and ten terrorists injured in Welioya A soldier on duty was wounded due to the explosion of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in North Kiribbanwewa area, Welioya on Friday (01) morning at 9.05 while two soldiers were wounded due to LTTE mortar fire in the same area in the morning at 10. 45. A terrorist was killed when Troops launched an attack on a LTTE bunker at 12.00 noon on Friday morning. Troops killed a terrorist in an attack launched at 3.00 in the afternoon in Kiribbanwewa North while a soldier on duty was injured by a IED explosion in the same area on Friday evening at 5.40. Meanwhile a soldier on duty was wounded due to another IED explosion in Kiribbanwewa area on Friday morning at 9.50 while two terrorists were killed and ten (10) more terrorists were reported injured due to Army Artillery fire in the same area on Friday morning at 10.06. 69 ( sixty nine )Anti- personnel mines and two (02) IED's were recovered by Troops conducting search operations conducted in Janakapura North area, Welioya on Friday. Situation Reports on 02nd Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 02nd Aug 2008 Troops capture LTTE's last stronghold in Mannar District Reaching to another significant milestone of the Wanni liberation operation, the heroic army soldiers in task Force 1 captured the Vellankulam town, the LTTE's last stronghold in Mannar district this afternoon, August 02. 8 LTTE terrorists killed in clashes - Vavuniya front Eight more LTTE terrorists were killed in three separate incidents occurred in Vavuniya front today, August 2, the latest military report received from the battlefront said. High explosive found on civilian information - Chilaw On information received from a civilian, a special police investigation team conducted search operation in Karukkupane in Chilaw found a haul of high explosive this morning, August 02. Situation Report on 03 August 2008 Situation Report on 03August 2008 4 LTTE terrorists killed in Wanni fighting - on 03rd August 2008 around 11.50 a.m. 4 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and another injured Sunday (August 3), during fighting ensued between troops and LTTE in general area Kalvilan at the combined Mannar- Vavuniya front at around 11.50 a.m. Meanwhile, a soldier received injuries following a confrontation with LTTE in general area West of Vavunikulama, at around 12p.m., according to security sources. At least 9 LTTE terrorists killed, 6 wounded in clashes - on 03rd August 2008 At least 9 LTTE terrorists were killed and 6 wounded during the progressive counter- terrorist operations launched in the Northern and Wanni battle theaters on Saturday (August 2), according military reports. On the Jaffna battlefront, 2 terrorists were reported killed sniped separately ahead of LTTE defences in general Nagarkovil. Meanwhile, an LTTE terrorist was also killed by security forces in general area Kalvilan, in the combined Mannar-Vavuniya front at around 1p.m. Also a soldier has laid his life during a confrontation with LTTE in general area Vellankulama, Mannar. The Task Force-2 troops operating in Palamoddai and Navvi general areas have reportedly killed 3 terrorists yesterday. According to military, another terrorist was killed sniped in general area Konpivithakulam in addition to a soldier who sustained injuries due to an anti-personal (AP) mine explosion at Navvi. Troops operating in the Welioya battlefront have reportedly killed 2 terrorists, injured 6 during separate clashes North of Kiriibbanwewa, Saturday, as sources further added that 47AP mines and 3 IEDs were also recovered in search operations conducted in the area. Meanwhile, troops have also uncovered 43 AP mines while conducting search operations in general area North of Janakapura. Navy raids LTTE make-shift camp on Iranathivu Island - LTTE Boat destroyed, 4 LTTE cadres killed - on 03rd August 2008 Sri Lanka Navy's Rapid Action Boats Squadron (RABS) and Special Boats Squadron (SBS) destroyed an LTTE make-shift camp located on Iranathivu Island off the North-western coast, destroying one LTTE boat, killing four LTTE cadres and capturing two LTTE boats, in the evening on the 02nd August 2008. Naval troops upon observing the LTTE boats and cadre movements on the Iranathivu Island, had immediately engaged the enemy and their craft. Subsequently, naval troops landing on the Iranathivu island, destroyed an LTTE make-shift camp and captured two LTTE boats along with two OBMs left behind by the fleeing LTTE cadres under the naval fire. Simultaneously, naval craft engaged a cluster of LTTE boats hovering closer to the Nachchikudah beach and inflicted heavy damages to the enemy. 6 bodies of slain terrorists handed over to ICRC- Vavuniya on 03rd August 2008 Security forces today (August 3) handed over bodies of 6 terrorists killed during fighting at the combined Mannar-Vavuniya front to the ICRC officials in Vavuniya. According to military, the bodied were taken by the ICRC to be handed over to LTTE around 11.30 a.m. 8 Tamil civilians seek protection with security forces- Trincomalee on 03rd August 2008 Eight Tamil civilians including 3 females, 3 males and 2 children sought protection with security forces Saturday (August 2) at Pulmoddai in Trincomalee. According to military, the civilians were from the non-liberated Mullaittivu area who have fled unprecedented hardships at the hands of LTTE. Situation Reports on 04th August 2008 Situation Reports on 04th August 2008 Fighting continues; 46 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Military reports received from the battlefronts in Wanni and Jaffna indicate 46 deaths to the LTTE , 40 casualties and 11 more as were either killed or wounded. During these clashes, 9 soldiers were killed and 18 others suffered injuries, reports further reveal. On the Vavuniya- Mannar combined warfront troops operating under Army 57 division clashed with a group of terrorists detected in the Kalvilan area, South of Tunukkai last morning. Troops claimed 4 terrorists were killed in this incident. In a separate confrontation occurred in the Vavunikulama area around 12 noon a soldier suffered injuries due to terror small arms fire. Troops of Task Force 2 operating in the right flank of the combined Vavuniya- Mannar front confronted with a group of terrorists in the Palamoddai area around 2.15 PM and claimed one terrorist was killed and 2 others wounded. Also, 3 soldiers suffered injuries due to anti personnel mine (AP) explosions occurred in the same area later in the evening. Meanwhile, troops of 56 division operating separately from the main warfronts in either sides of the Jaffna-Kandy (A-9) road, attacked an LTTE bunker located in the Navatkulama area around 11.10 AM . Ground troops confirmed one terrorist was killed. Troops of 61 division engaged in the clearing operations in Suppandaiyapuliyankulam area found one T-56 weapon. Troops of Task Force 1 marching Northwards of the Vellankulama along the Mannar-Pooneryn (A-32) road had a series of clashes in the North of Vellankulama during the course of the day. Around 9.40 AM , troops attacked a terror stronghold located North of Vellankulama in the Kilinochchi district. Troops claimed 9 terrorists were killed and 7 others were injured. LTTE fired heavy barrages of artillery and mortar fire at advancing soldiers. Two soldiers laid down their lives in the terror retaliation. In a separate incident occurred around 4.30 PM , LTTE launched an attack at troops advancing into the Kilinochchi district along A-32 road . Troops overpowered the terror assault with the assistance of artillery support. Monitored radio transmission among LTTE units confirmed that 13 terrorists were killed in this incident. 4 soldiers suffered injuries. Meanwhile, Task Force 1 soldiers attacked a well fortified LTTE camp located in the North of Vellankulama area around 11.30 AM on the same day. Monitored radio transmission confirmed that 5 terrorists were killed and 6 others wounded. Around 6.15 in the same evening LTTE made an abortive attempt to stop advancing troops at the same location. Troops successfully repulsed the attack. Monitored radio transmission confirmed 9 terrorists were killed and 14 others wounded. Also, one soldier was killed one reported missing and 4 others suffered injuries. A soldier suffered injuries due to an AP mine explosion occurred in the North of Vellankulama around 5 PM. On the Welioya front , troops of 59 division continued their march in the Mullaittivu forest fighting daylong battles with terrorist in the North of Janakapura , and North Kiriibanwewa areas. Troops claimed 4 terrorists were killed , 10 others wounded and 11 more were either killed or wounded during these clashes. One soldier was killed , one injured during a clash ensued in the North of Kiriibbanwewa area around 9.30 AM. Also , a soldier suffered injuries due to AP mine explosion occurred in the same area around 11.30 AM. Meanwhile troops engaged on the clearing operations in the area 102 AP mines and 2 IED (Improvised Explosive Devises) during the day's operations. Troops captured 4 trench defences abandoned by the terrorists and found 350 live ammo used for T-56 weapons, field dressings and AP mines. In the Jaffna theatre of operation , 3 soldiers were killed and 2 suffered wounds due to an hand grenade explosion occurred in the Thanankilappu area around 2.15 PM. Also, a soldier suffered injuries due to AP mine explosion occurred in the Nagarkovil area around 6.30 AM. Situation Reports on 05th Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 05th Aug 2008 One Army soldier died & three wounded One Army soldier was died and three others were wounded by an LTTE claymore mine explosion aiming an Army tractor in Periyawadduwan area around 6.30 PM on 05 Aug. Twenty-six LTTE terrorists killed & 73 wounded in a fierce battle Twenty-six LTTE terrorists were killed and 73 others were wounded by the troops in a fierce battle in Kalvilan area around 3.20 PM on 05 Aug. Two LTTE terrorists killed in confrontations One LTTE terrorist was killed by the troops in a confrontation in Navakkulam area around 03.35 PM on 05 Aug. Air Force pound a LTTE gathering point On 05 Aug around 2.00 PM Air Force MI 24 Helicopters carried out air strikes on a LTTE gathering point in 5 .5 km North of Wellankulam area Mannar. Soldier shot dead by LTTE pistol gang A soldier on duty in the Kaladi army camp Batticaloa was shot dead by an LTTE pistol gang around 10.00am today (5). Army has received information that the LTTE pistol gang have come in a motor cycle and attacked. Situation Report on 06 August 2008 Situation Report on 06August 2008 Two more LTTE operatives arrested in Chennai The Chennai Police arrested two operatives of the internationally banned terror outfit LTTE Wednesday (August 6), as the total number of LTTE suspects taken into custody during the past week in Tamil Nadu counted 10. SLAF jets raid LTTE sea tiger base: 2 boats destroyed- Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jets made precision air sorties at an LTTE sea tiger base located in the Nayaru lagoon, Mullaittivu, Wednesday (August 6), as pilots confirmed destroying 2 boats at around 11a.m. 11 civilians seek protection with security forces- Mannar 11 Tamil civilians sought protection with security forces Tuesday (August 5) at Vankalai, Mannar. According to Army sources, the civilians have escaped fearing LTTE harassment and intimidations and reached security forces at around 11a.m. SLAF launches successive air strikes at LTTE positions- Mullaittivu SLAF fighter jets flew successive air sorties launching precision strikes at identified LTTE targets at Nayaru and Tunukkai, in Mullaittivu District, Wednesday (August 6) at 2.45p.m. Situation Reports on 07th August 2008 Situation Reports on 07th August 2008 Air Force Raids LTTE strongpoint North of Vellankulama Sri Lanka Air Force attacked an LTTE stronghold located in Pallawarayankadu area, 7 km, North of Vellankualama around 5 this evening. According to Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, MI 24 helicopter gunships carried out the attack in support of the Army Task Force 1 soldiers now operating in the Kilinochchi district. Citing reports received from ground troops, he added that the target was effectively neutralized. Speaking further, Wing Commander Nanayakkara said that Air Force ground combatants engaged in clearing operations in the Peraru area in the North of Trincomalee had found a cache of newly buried ammo and explosives this evening. The cache included 3 claymore mines, 4500 ammo used for T-56 riffles, 10 anti personnel mines (AP), 102 electrical detonators, 3 kg of C-4 high explosives, and 350 pistol ammo, he added Fighting sparks at Mullaittiuvu jungles: 10 terrorists killed, 36 wounded 59 Division troops operating North of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in Mullaittiuvu, Wednesday (August 6) mounted multiple assaults at LTTE strong-points and heavy gun positions killing 10 LTTE terrorists and injuring 36 others, defence sources said. Troops have also repulsed consecutive LTTE offensive attempts to breach military defences since yesterday morning in general area North of Janakapura. The LTTE terrorists were forced to retreat with heavy casualties as confrontations had continued till late evening on Wednesday, military sources reported citing ground troops. A soldier has laid his life while another sustained injuries during the confrontations, sources further said. One terrorist killed, 3 wounded in clashes - Vavuniya front An LTTE terrorist was killed while another 3 suffered injuries due to the clashes occurred in general area Kalvilan in Vavuniya front yesterday, 6 August, the military report received from the battle front said. Army snipers deployed in Kalvilan area gunned down an LTTE terrorist ahead of the security forces defence line. Separately, 3 more LTTE terrorists received injuries when the troops launched an attack observing a group of LTTE terrorists in the same area during morning hours. LTTE transmission also confirmed their casualties, the report added. 252 AP mines, 12 IEDs found during yesterday's search operations Security forces while conducting search and clearing operations in Wanni and East have reportedly uncovered 252anti-persoennl mines, 12 IEDs and map folios Wednesday (August 6). According to finalized military reports received, 58 AP mines were found by troops operating under Task Force-2 during a search operation conducted in general area Palamoddai. Meanwhile, 170 AP mines and 8 improvised explosive devices' (IEDs) were uncovered in general area North of Janakapura, reports stated. Troops also found 9 AP mines and 4 other IEDs during a separate search operation conducted in the area, according to reports. 15 AP mine were found by troops during another search operation at Sinnakulam- Elakanda in Batticaloa yesterday, military said. Also, 14 maps of 11 localities were uncovered during another search operation conducted by troops in general area Malavarayankaddaidampan, Mannar. Situation Reports on 08th August 2008 Situation Reports on 08th August 2008 Soldiers overpower stiff terror resistance in Mullaittivu; 15 terrorists killed in Welioya battles Troops of Army 59 division advancing in Mullaittivu forest yesterday (August 7) encountered stiff resistance from LTTE as the soldiers were further closing on the terror dens in Mullaittivu, defence sources on the Welioya battlefront said. Military reports received from the front indicate 15 deaths, 23 casualties to the terrorists while 15 more were recorded as either killed or wounded in day's clashes flared up in the North of Kiriibbanwewa, Janakapura, and Andankualama areas. Further, 3 soldiers were killed in action, 7 wounded in action and 4 went on missing during these incidents. Pitched battles were reported in the North of Andankulama area since last forenoon as troops kept on pounding at the terror defences that came across on their way. Troops attacked a terror bunker around 11.30 AM and confirmed 4 terrorists were either killed or wounded. Around 12 noon troops had 3 separate clashes in the same area with groups of terrorists. Troops claimed 3 terrorists were killed and 5 others wounded. Also, 2 soldiers were injured due to terror mortar fire. The days most fierce battle broke out when the terrorists attacked at the advancing troops around 6 PM. Troops overpowered that terror attack in a close quarter fighting and chased away the terrorists. 2 soldiers were killed, one suffered injuries and 4 reported missing in action. Ground sources said that the terrorists probably had taken the bodies of the missing soldiers for propaganda purpose to boost fast loosing morale among their ranks. Later, radio monitoring units confirmed 5 terrorists had been killed and 6 others wounded in this confrontation. Meanwhile, troops operating in the area North of Kiriibbanwewa had to separate clashes during afternoon hours and claimed 5 terrorists were either killed or wounded. Further, around 5.45 PM troops engaged artillery fire at a group of terrorist detected in the area. Radio transmissions among the LTTE cadres confirmed that 3 terrorists were killed and 4 others were wounded in this incident. Also, a soldier suffered injuries due to an AP (anti personnel mine explosion) occurred elsewhere last evening. In the North of Janakapura area, troops had several clashes with the terrorists. During the morning hours troops two separate confrontations with terrorists and claimed 2 terrorists were killed , 2 others wounded and 3 more were either killed or wounded. Around 11.50 in the morning troops attacked and captured one terror bunker and 4 trench defences. Later in the afternoon, troops confronted with terrorists around 1.35 PM at a separate location. A soldier was killed and another suffered injuries during the incident. Radio monitoring confirmed one terrorist was killed and 3 others were wounded. In a similar incident reported around 2.50 PM, troops attacked group of terrorists and claimed one terrorist was killed and 3 others wounded. During subsequent search, a body of LTTE cadre was found along with one T-56 riffle and 2 hand grenades. Meanwhile two soldiers suffered injuries due to AP mine explosions occurred in the Nittukaikulama area last morning. 2 more terrorists killed in Vavuniya front Security forces personnel on offensive march further towards LTTE territory killed 2 more terrorists in yesterday's clashes, 7 August, ensued in Vavuniya front, the military report stated. Troops attacked at terror bunker defences in general area Vedamakilam killing 2 terrorists in morning hours yesterday. The terror bunkers were also partially destroyed, the report added. Meanwhile, an army soldiers received injuries exploding terror IED in general area Periyankulam while another injured in a separate confrontation occurred in Mallavi. In Mannar front, two more soldiers sustained injuries exploding anti-personnel mines in general area Kalekuda. Situation Reports on 09th August 2008 Situation Reports on 09th August 2008 Air Force destroy 3 LTTE nerve centers in Wanni Sri Lanka Air Force carried out 3 historic air missions targeting 3 of the LTTE's most vital nerve centers in the Wanni during last few hours, said the defence sources. According to Air Force spokesperson , Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, the first of the triple air raids was carried out last midnight targeting the LTTE's Sea Tiger forward operating base at Nagasivanthurai in Poonaryn. "LTTE occupations near Nagasivanthurai Jetty , a Radar point and a boatyard was destroyed in this mission carried out by MI 24 helicopters", he said. Speaking further the said that the target was operated as a forward reconnaissance centre by the LTTE. The second air raid was conducted by fighter jets at 9.55 AM targeting the main operation centre of the LTTE's intelligence wing located at Iranapalai, North of Puthukkudiyiruppu, in the Mullaittiuvu district. According to the defence intelligence sources, the target was one of the most secured terror base with the highest strategic importance to the LTTE. The third air raid was conducted by fighter jets targeting the main logistic and victualling base of the LTTE located in North East of Vishwamadhukulama Tank in Vishwamadhu in the Mullaittiuvu district around 10 AM. According to Wing Commander Nanayakkara , the target located 15 Km of West of Puthukkudiyiruppu was destroyed and caught in flames in the attack. Defence intelligence sources said , that the targeted location was the place where the LTTE terrorists used to hoard food supplies , and other humanitarian aid that they loot from the government agencies and other missions to feed their cadre. Wanni battlefront remains active; 32 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Finalized military reports received from battlefronts in Wanni theatre of operations indicate 32 deaths , 10 casualties and 9 more as either deaths or casualties to the LTTE in yesterday's (August 8) clashes. Also, 4 soldiers laid down their lives and 15 others suffered wounds during the day's operations. Troops of Army 57 division continued their military push towards and around strategically vital Tunukkai and Mallavi in course of the day . Troops marching Northwards passing Tunukkai junction from the West met with stiff resistance from the terrorists in the Tenniyankulama area , located 6.5 Km Northeast of Tunukkai . Pitched battles erupted from morning till evening as troops started to dominate the road running from Tunukkai to Nachchikudha . Troops claimed 17 terrorists were killed during these clashes. Also, 3 soldiers died and 8 others suffered injuries due to LTTE mortar fire and booby traps. Meanwhile, troops of the same division operating South of Mallavi area confronted with a group of terrorists around 11 AM and claimed 3 terrorists were killed. In separate incidents , two soldiers suffered injuries , one due to terror small arms fire and the other due to an AP (anti personnel) mine explosion earlier on the same day. Troops of Task Force 2 operating in the Eastern flank of the Vavuniya- Mannar battlefront, attacked and captured an LTTE bunker located in the Palaimoddai area around 7 AM. One soldier died in this incident. During subsequent search, troops found one RPG bomb, 3 hand grenades and one T-56 magazine. Troops of 61 division operating further Southwards to the Task Force 2 , attacked an LTTE bunker located in the Palamoddaikulama area around 7.45 AM and confirmed 5 terrorists were killed and another wounded. In the meantime, troops of Task Force 1, kept on marching North of Vellankulama on the Mannar- Pooneryn road during the day. 3 soldiers suffered injuries during the march due to AP mine explosion occurred in the Kallamparawa and Adappankulama areas. On the Welioya front, troops had daylong clashes with the terrorists in North of Andankulama, and Kiriibbanwewa in the Mullaittivu forest and claimed 7 terrorists were killed, 9 others wounded and 9 more were either killed or wounded during the day's clashes. Also, 2 soldiers suffered injuries in two separate clashes occurs in the North of Andankulma area. Meanwhile, troops engaged in mine clearing operation removed 106 AP mines and 4 IEDs (improvised explosive devices) from North of Janakapura and Andankualma areas during the day Situation Reports on 10th August 2008 Situation Reports on 10th August 2008 Troops continue advances despite heavy resistance: 7 LTTE bodies recovered - Welioya Troops of the 59 Division operating at the Welioya battlefront flanking the eastern Wanni territory, made further advances into LTTE positions Sunday (August 10) and have reportedly uncovered 7 male LTTE bodies following hours long intense fighting with LTTE. LTTE receives heavy beating at Kilali defences: 15 terrorists killed, many injured At least 15 LTTE terrorists were killed and twice as numbers injured when troops forced into LTTE forward defence lines at Kilali, Jaffna on Sunday (August 10) at around 4 a.m. LTTE pistol group cadre shot dead at Kathankuddy An LTTE pistol group cadre was reported killed in SLA retaliatory attack on Sunday (August 10) in general area Kathankuddy, Batticaloa, at around 5.15 PM. Situation Reports on 11th August 2008 Situation Reports on 11th August 2008 SLAF MI-24 helicopters raid LTTE gathering place - Vavunikulam on 11th August 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 Helicopter gun ships raided an LTTE gathering place observed in general area north of Vavunikulam this afternoon, 11 August. An LTTE gathering was observed in 4.5 Km north of Vavunikulam and raided around 3.45 p.m., defence sources said. The air raids were carried out in support of the ground troops of 57 Division, defence sources added. Arms and ammunition found in a search operation - Batticaloa on 11th August 2008 On a search operation conducted in general area Thoppigala in Batticaloa uncovered arms and ammunition including a Grenade Launcher and claymore mines this afternoon, 11 August, MCNS said. The recovery was made around 1.00 p.m and following items were among the recoveries. 40mm Grenade Launcher 01, 40mm Grenades 03 , Claymore Mines 02 , Anti Personal Mines 08, T 56 Rounds 86 , Radio Communication Set 01, T 56 Magazines 03 , Water Bottles 12 , Traveling Bags 05, Wanni Liberation Operation continues; 25 terrorists killed, 15 wounded in yesterday's clashes - on 11th August 2008 Security forces personnel moving further towards LTTE held areas inflicting heavy damages to the enemy despite terror resistance. According to the military report received from the battle front, 25 LTTE terrorists were killed 10 suffered injuries and 5 reportedly either killed or wounded (in addition to two incidents in Jaffna and Welioya areas reported on defence.lk, see Related News) due to the intense gun battle reported in Vavuniya and Welioya fronts yesterday, 10 August. In the Vavuniya front, troops in Task Force 2 launched an attack targeting terror bunker defences in general area Navvi killing 8 LTTE terrorists. Troops captured LTTE bunker complex and trench line and 261 T-56 ammunition along with 3 hand grenades left behind by the fleeing terrorists were also found. In a separate confrontation took place in general area Kopuvithakulam 3 more LTTE terrorists killed and one body was found along with a Global Positioning System (GPS) in a subsequent search operation conducted in the area. One soldier has made his utmost sacrifice for the sake of motherland while 4 others sustained injuries, the report said. In the same front, 10 more soldiers of 57 Division reportedly injured in a series of clashes ensued between security forces and LTTE terrorists in west of Chiradikulam, Kalvilan and south of Mallavi areas. In the Mannar front, troops of Task Force 1 attacked at group of LTTE terrorists and intercepted terror transmission confirmed that 7 terrorists were killed in general area Kariyalaimoddai. Three bodies of slain LTTE cadres were found along with 3 T-56 weapons in a subsequent search operation conducted in the area. Two army soldiers also received injuries during this confrontation. Meanwhile, an army soldier has sacrificed his life while engaged in a confrontation and 4 other injured exploding terror an Anti-personnel mine in general area Ponavillu. In the Welioya front, a series of clashes reported from north of Janakapura and Andankulam area during the day hours yesterday. 7 terrorists were killed, 10 injured and 5 more reportedly either killed or wounded, the report added. 3 army soldiers also received injuries during these confrontations. Separately, troops engaged in mine clearing operations in recently liberated area have unearthed 26 Anti-Personnel (AP) mines and 3 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) from north of Janakapura area while 28 more AP mines from Andankulam area, the report added. Civil Defence Force officer killed in LTTE claymore attack - Ampara on 11th August 2008 One Civil Defence Force (CDF) personnel was killed when the LTTE terrorists triggered off a claymore mine targeting the CDF personnel on duty at a checkpoint at Chavalakade in the Ampara area this morning, 11 August. According to the available sources, the incident took place along the Mandur road in close vicinity to the Bravo junction around 10.15 a.m. ICRC takes over bodies of 2 LTTE terrorists - Jaffna on 11th August 2008 The Army's 53 Division yesterday (August 10) handed over 2 bodies of female LTTE cadres found lying at the LTTE bunker positions ahead of the Kilali defences, to the ICRC officials at Jaffna. At least 15 terrorists were killed by the 53 Division troops operating at the Kilali battlefront, who plunged an early hour swift assault at the LTTE FDL while advancing from their initial positions. Troops had recovered 2 LTTE bodies along with 2 dog-tags and pooches, Jaffna security sources said. The corpses laid at the Jaffna teaching hospital were taken by the ICRC which will be handed over to the LTTE, sources said. Situation Report on 12 August 2008 Situation Report on 12August 2008 Defeat inevitable for the LTTE - TMVP leader Former Eastern leader of the LTTE terrorists and now leader of the political party TMVP , Vinayagamurthi Muralitharan alias Karuna Amman yesterday told media that LTTE would definitely lose the war being fought at present. Sting operations continue: Indian Police arrests another LTTE suspect A Sri Lankan Tamil alleged for links with LTTE has been sentenced to two-and-half years imprisonment by a Kerala court yesterday (August 11) after he was arrested by Police at Nedumkandam town, in Kerala, India. LTTE tigers are having the world's second biggest rebel income - Jane's Intelligence says The August issue of the Jane's Intelligence Report said the annual income of the banned terrorist group Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE) is between US $ 200-300 million making it the rebel group generating the second biggest income both by legal and illegal business. Situation Reports on 13th Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 13th Aug 2008 LTTE garrison towns Kalvilan & Mulankavil falls to security forces - Wanni [Updated] Security forces Wednesday (August 13) took total control over Kalvilan a garrison town of the LTTE, approximately 3kms Southwest of Thunukkai following days long heavy confrontations with LTTE bordering the western front of the Mullaittivu district. The gain of Kalvilan by troops of the 57 Division adds advantage toward the security forces positioned in clear striking distance of Thunukkai a vital terrorist garrison along the Vellankaulam- Mankulam main road. The advancing military formations had to force through LTTE laid mine fields and traps despite continuous enemy artillery barrages, Wanni security sources said. LTTE resistance disintegrated as terrorists were forced to flee with serious casualties, unable to sustain the intense military onslaught, the sources said. According to finalized military reports 2 terrorists were killed and many others injured during pitched battles erupted yesterday between troops and LTTE at Kalvilan. Also military said, that a soldier had laid his life and another reported injured in the course. Troops are now consolidating defences in the area, security sources further said. Meanwhile, troops of the Task Force - 1 operating at the South Western border of Kilinochchi have also gained dominance at the Mulankavil and Pallavarayakaddu general areas Tuesday(12), Wanni military sources said. At least 20 LTTE terrorists were killed including an area LTTE leader identified as Thennaman, MCNS reported. According to Army sources, the Mulankavil playground was used as a venue by the terrorist outfit for Mahaviru day and Pongu Tamil celebrations. 11 terrorists killed, 15 wounded in yesterday's clashes at Wanni Security forces engaged in the Wanni liberation operations have reportedly killed 11 LTTE terrorists and injured 15 others Tuesday(August 12) during confrontations at the Kilinochchi, Vavuniya and Mullaittivu fronts. Meanwhile, troops of the 56 Division have reportedly killed a terrorist and injured 2 others during separate confrontations at Navathkulama and Vedamakilam yesterday morning. According to military, 2 soldiers were killed in general area North of Illupaikadavai due to a trapped mine explosion, at around 9.40a.m. Troops of the Task Force-2 operating at Palaimoddai forced into an LTTE bunker position killed 2 terrorists and injured 4 others yesterday, in addition to 2 soldiers who also sustained wounds during the confrontation. 3 terrorists were also killed and 5 others reported wounded during fighting erupted in general area Palaimoddai since 9.30a.m till 4p.m., on Monday, according to finalized reports received. 3 more terrorists were killed in a separate incident in the same area at around 6.10p.m. At the Eastern Wanni front in general areas North of Andankulama, Kiriibbanwewa and Janakapura security forces continued counter terrorist operations as troops claimed killing 5 terrorists and injuring 4 others yesterday. A soldier has laid his life and 11 others were reported wounded during the confrontations, sources reported. Situation Reports on 14th Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 14th Aug 2008 Wanni operation continues; 27 terrorists killed, 20 wounded in yesterday's clashes Security forces personnel inching further towards northwards despite the LTTE resistance inflicting maximum damage to the enemy, the finalized military report received from the forefront said. 27 terrorists were killed and another 18 suffered injuries due to the yesterday's, 13 August, clashes reported in Jaffna and Wanni theaters while another 2 reportedly either killed or wounded. In Jaffna, army snipers gunned down an LTTE terrorist ahead of own defence line in general area Kilaly. Meanwhile, an army soldier suffered injuries exploding an anti-personnel mine in the same area. In Vavuniya front, 2 soldiers of 57 Division suffered injuries due to a separate confrontation took place in general area Kalvilan. Troops of Task Force 2 killed 6 terrorists and injured 7 others in three separate confrontations took place in general area Palaimoddai. In Mannar front, troops of Task Force 1 launched a series of attacks targeting LTTE defences in general areas Kariyalaimoddai and Nachchikuda. 13 LTTE terrorists were killed in these attacks while 3 soldiers received injuries due to LTTE's retaliation. Separately, in Welioya front, 7 terrorists were killed and 11 more suffered injuries in confrontations ensued in general area Andankulam, the report added. Two more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded, the report said citing ground troops. One army soldier has made his utmost sacrifice for the sake of motherland while another 4 suffered injuries due to these clashes. Meanwhile, troops engaged in mine clearing operations in recently liberated Andankulam areas in Welioya front have unearthed 43 anti-personnel mines and 3 IED's SLAF raids LTTE resistance points - Mullaittiuvu Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jets launched successive air raids at identified LTTE resistance points located 1km east of Thunukkai in Mullaittiuvu today(August 14) at around 7.30a.m. According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, the sorties were made in-support of the 57 Division troops now engaged in fierce fighting with LTTE over the control of Vellankulam- Mankulam trunk road. Situation Reports on 15th Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 15th Aug 2008 Successful air support missions help army advance to Nachchikuda Air Force MI 24 helicopter gunships raided a line of LTTE bunkers located in the East of Nachchikuda on the Kilinochchi war front around 1.10 this afternoon (August 15). According to the Air Force sources, the attacks were launched in support of the Army Task Force 1 soldiers marching Northwards on the Mannar- Pooneryn road (A-32). Pilots have confirmed that the attacks were successful, the sources added More terror positions fall to Army; 23 terrorists killed in Wanni Finalized military reports received from Wanni battlefronts on yesterday's clashes (August 15) indicate 23 terrorists were killed, 41 others wounded and 12 more were either killed or wounded. Also, 2 soldiers laid down their lives at the field and 9 others suffered wounds during these clashes. Troops of Army 59 division operating on the Mullaittivu East battlefront, captured a terror base located in the Mullaittivu jungle, North of Janakapura last afternoon. According to the reports, the base is consisted of 5 fortified bunkers, 5 trench defences, and basic living facilities. One soldier was killed and another injured during the gun battle. Monitored radio transmission revealed 2 terrorists were killed and 5 others were wounded during the same. In three separate clashes erupted in the same area during the day, troops claimed one terrorist was killed, 2 wounded and 2 others were either killed or wounded. In the general area North of Kiriibbanwewa, troops had series of clashes with the LTTE as they moved on towards further Northwards in the Mullaittivu jungle during the day. Details obtained from both ground and radio monitoring reports reveal 3 terrorists were killed, 11 others wounded and 10 more were either killed or wounded. Also, one soldier was killed and 3 suffered during the same. Meanwhile, troops engaged in mine clearing operations in the area removed 106 AP (anti personnel) mines and 11 IEDs (improvised explosive devices). Troops of Army 57 division, operating in the Western border of the Mullaittivu district had several clashes in the Kalvilan, Mallavi, and Oddaruttakulam areas during the day. According to the reports, 5 terrorists were killed, 9 others wounded while 3 soldiers also sustained injuries during these incidents. Meanwhile, Task Force 2 soldiers operating on the Vavuniya front continued to eliminate remaining terror defence in the Palamoddai area during the day's operations. Troops of Army 56 division operating on the same Vavuniya front, on either sides of the Jaffna- Kandy (A-9) road attacked an LTTE bunker located in the Navatkulama area around 9.10 AM. Later , monitored radio transmissions confirmed that 2 terrorists were killed in this confrontation. Troops attacked and captured 5 terror bunkers in two separate clashes occurred in the area last morning and confirmed 10 terrorists were killed and 14 others were wounded during these clashes. During subsequent searches, troops found 15 hand grenades, 300 live ammo used for T-56 riffle along with few other military items. In two other confrontations occurred in elsewhere in the same day morning troops claimed one terrorist was killed and 3 others wounded. On the Kilinochchi Southern front, troops of Task Force 1 moving along the Mannar- Pooneryn road attacked a terror bunker detected in the Nachchikudha area around 5. 15 PM and claimed 3 terrorists were killed. Also, a solider was injured due to an AP mine explosion occurred in the Kalekudha area last noon. On the Jaffna theatre of Battle, LTTE fired mortars at the Nagarkovil Forward Defence around 9.20 PM. A soldier sustained injuries in the attack. Situation Report on 16 August 2008 Situation Report on 16August 2008 19 LTTE terrorists killed, 13 wounded in yesterday's clashes - on 16th August 2008 Security forces continued multi-pronged offensives at Wanni and Northern battle theaters yesterday (August 15) killing 19 LTTE terrorists while injuring 13 others according to finalized military reports received. According to military, terrorists suffered a heavy toll of casualties during fighting erupted at the consolidated defence lines at the Vavuniya- Mullaittiuvu front, in coordinates at Mallavi, Thunukkai, Palaimoddai and Manniyankulama. 9 LTTE terrorists were killed and 11 others injured during the confrontations as troops inched forward despite heavy resistance from LTTE, reports stated. Also, troops have recovered an LTTE body, a T-56 assault riffle and 3 hand grenades during a search operation conducted at general area Southeast of Manniyankulama, following a confrontation with a group of terrorists at around 2p.m. Meanwhile, 9 soldiers also had received injures during the skirmishes, reports further stated. 2 other LTTE bodies were found by troops while conducting a search operation in general area Palaimoddai, along with a T-56 assault riffle and a radio communication set. According to reports, 7 LTTE terrorists were killed and 8 wounded in separate confrontations with troops of the Task force- 2 now operating at Palaimoddai. 5 soldiers received injuries in addition to LTTE fatalities sources further added. Meanwhile, troops had removed 40 anti-personnel mines (AP) and 8x 81mm mortars traps in general area Addaruttakulam. Further, 85 AP mines were found and removed by security forces operation in general area Sinna Alyamperumal at the battlefront also including 9 electrical AP mines, a claymore mine and 3 IEDs. Meanwhile, the Vavuniya Police acting on civilian information received recovered 3 claymore mines and 4 hand grenades in general area Poonthoddam, at 11.30a.m. According to security reports, 2 LTTE terrorists were killed sniped in general area Nachchikuda, while troops confirmed killing 4 LTTE terrorists separately during an assault launched at an LTTE bunker defence in the same area at around 3.10p.m., Friday. A soldier also had received injuries in the confrontation, military said. At the Welioya battlefront at the eastern frontier, security forces mounted successive assaults at identified LTTE strong points as troops confirmed killing 2 terrorists and injuring 3 others while 14 other were believed either killed or seriously wounded. According to military clashes erupted ahead of Kokkuthuduvai and Andankulama defence lines. 4 soldiers also received injuries in the clashes, sources further said. Separately, in general area Andankulam troops recovered 357AP mines and 46 IEDs laid by fleeing terrorists. Meanwhile, the Police at Sampathnuwara at Janakapura found an 81mm mortar trapping, an improvised grenade cup and 2 pen-torch batteries during a search operation conducted on civilian information received. At Trincomalee in general area Erakkandi, Naval troops yesterday morning at 8, found following warlike items in a search operation conducted subsequent to an information received from a civilian source. 17 X PREPARED GELIGNITE CHARGERS. (WEIGHT 8.580 KG) 13 X SAFETY FUSES 09 X NON ELECTRIC DETONATORS 03 X BOX OF MATCHES 02 X THREAD ROLLS Also, at the Northern battlefront at Kilali an LTTE terrorist was confirmed killed sniped, while military reported 2 soldiers injured during a separate confrontation with LTTE in general area Nagarkovil at 1p.m, on Friday. Two soldiers killed in claymore mine explosion- Vavuniya on 16th August 2008 Two soldiers were killed Saturday (August 16) when LTTE terrorists detonated a claymore mine targeting a bus carrying military personnel on leave in general area Irana-Iruppaikulama at around 10.30a.m. The terrorists had immediately fled the scene security sources said adding that extensive search operations are underway to net the terrorists. LTTE'S 'Jeevan base' falls to security forces- Welioya LTTE terrorists sustained another heavy blow on Saturday (August 16) when troops of the 59 Division operating ahead of the Welioya battlefront in the Eastern Wanni frontier forced into 'Jeevan Base' a large underground training facility of LTTE at around 4.30 p.m. A 15Kg Claymore mine uncovered - Anuradhapura The special Police Investigation Team of North Central Province has uncovered a claymore mine weighing of 15Kg along with a circuit and a remote control device from Anuradhapura area last night, 16 August, MCNS said. Terrorists suffer heavy beatings; 14 terrorists killed, 40 wounded in today's clashes Security forces personnel operating in Mulaithiuvu and Kilinochchi areas moving further northwards despite the terror resistance and causing heavy damages to the enemy. Situation Report on 17 August 2008 Situation Report on 17August 2008 SLAF MI-24 Helicopters raid LTTE gathering point - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopters raided an LTTE's gathering point in general area Nachchikuda in Kilinochchi district this afternoon, 17 August. Situation Report on 18 August 2008 Situation Report on 18August 2008 Police uncovers safety fuse in night mail train - Anuradhapura Police personnel during a search operation carried out early this morning found a 64 feet long safety fuse (a cord used to detonate explosives) inside the night mail train running from Madawachchiya to Anuradhapura. 21 LTTE terrorists killed, 31 wounded in yesterday's clashes at Wanni Security Forces operating at the Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu battlefronts continued pushing into LTTE defences as military claimed at least 21 LTTE terrorists killed and 31 wounded in yesterday's (August 17) clashes. Situation Report on 19 August 2008 Situation Report on 19August 2008 3 LTTE bodies found following fighting in Mullaittivu - on 19th August 2008 Security forces recovered 3 LTTE bodies during separate search operations conducted at Vavunikkulama and Uyilankulama general areas at the Mullaittivu battlefront today (August 19). According to military, an LTTE body was recovered in general area Vavunikkulam at around 10.45a.m., following a confrontation with LTTE. Troops also have found a T-56 assault riffle and an I-com set in the search operation, sources said. Meanwhile, 2 other LTTE bodies were recovered in general area Uyilankulama along with 2 motor bikes and an I-com set, at 12.50p.m., security sources further said. 15 LTTE terrorists killed, 13 wounded in Wanni clashes - on 19th August 2008 At least 15 LTTE terrorists have been killed and 13 others wounded during confrontations at the Wanni battle theatre on Monday (August 18), according to finalized military reports received. Heavy fighting continued at the Vavuniya-Mullaittivu battlefront as troops of the 57 Division forced into LTTE territory killing 7 terrorists and injuring 5 others security sources said. The fighting was reported from general areas at Vannerikkulama and Alyamperumal, according to reports. Also, a soldier sustained injuries due to an anti-personnel (AP) mine explosion in general area Vannerikkulam, sources said. Meanwhile, 2 LTTE terrorists were killed in general area Navathkulama while 2 others were reported killed in a separate confrontation with troops at Palaimoddai general area. Intermittent clashes were also reported between troops and LTTE at the Eastern frontier of the Wanni battlefront at Nachchikudha and Vannarikkulam in Kilinochchi yesterday. Military said 7 LTTE terrorists were killed and 4 soldiers wounded during the confrontations. On the Welioya battlefront troops claimed killing a terrorist and injuring 8 others on Monday. 8 terrorists were also believed either killed or seriously wounded in the clashes reported from general area Andankulam. A soldier has laid his life and another injured during the skirmishes ensued with LTTE, sources said. Meanwhile, troops have also removed 186 AP mines and 18 IEDs during search operations conducted in the area. At the Jaffna theater of battle, 3 soldiers have laid their lives in addition to 4 others ho were reported wounded during separate confrontations with LTTE at Muhamalai and Nagarkovil defences. Farmers allowed cultivating lands in HSZ in Jaffna - on 19th August 2008 With the improvement in the security situation in the Jaffna peninsula, the farmers who own paddy land in the Ariyalai East High Security Zone (HSZ) have got the opportunity to cultivate their land. According to the Army Security Forces Headquarters Jaffna (SFHQJ), the farmers have been allowed to cultivate 103 acres of land that lies between the Ariyalai railway track and Jaffna-Kandy road (A-9) from 17 August. 73 farmers who had registered with the Ariyalai East Farmers' association commenced their work on Sunday (Aug 18). The sources said that the each farmer have been issued a special identity card by the civil military coordination office of 512 brigade. The officials of the farmers association have welcomed the security forces' decision to allow the lands for the cultivation work. They have called the decision a vital confidence building measure between the civilian community and the security forces. Six Tamil civilians seek protection with security forces- Mannar on 19th August 2008 Six Tamil civilians belonging to two families from Semmangundu locality in the non-liberated Pooneryn area Monday (August 18) sought protection withy security forces at the joint fishing marshalling point in Pallemunai Mannar. Four males in their youth and two females were among the refugees including a 55 year old mother, MCNS reported. These civilians have arrived in a fiber-glass dinghy braving the choppy Western coastal waters the sources said citing Naval sources. After attending to their welfare requirements, the Navy has directed the civilians to the Civil coordinating office in the area, MCNS further said. Troops ambush LTTE movement: 2 bodies recovered- Mullaittivu on 19th August 2008 Troops of the 57 Division now operating at Mullaittivu, Monday (August 18) sprung an ambush targeting a terrorist movement at Koddaikoddinakulam in general area Uyilankulama, Mullaittivu. Troops claimed that heavy damages were caused to the terrorists during the attack. Also, two LTTE bodies and few warlike items were found by troops during a subsequent search operation in the area, military sources said. According to security sources, the ambush was sprung at around 6a.m., targeting terrorists who are now fleeing the area in numbers following extensive military ground and air assaults. Following items were also uncovered during the search operation. a. 01 X RPG b. 04 X T 56 WPN c. 06 X RPG BOMB d. 01 X COMPASS (U/S) e 01 X ICOM RADIO f. 01 X GPS Situation Reports on 20th Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 20th Aug 2008 Four successive air raids targeting LTTE defences - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets and MI-24 helicopters carried out air raids targeting four identified LTTE defences in Nachchikuda in Kilinochchi district this afternoon, 20 August. According to the Air Forces sources two simultaneous air sorties were carried out by the supersonic fighters around 4.45 p.m targeting LTTE defences at 2 1/2 Km east of Nachchikuda and another 3 Km north-east of Nachchikuda. Meanwhile, MI-24 helicopter gun ships also carried two separate air attacks targeting LTTE defences one in 1/2 Km north of Nachchikuda and another in 3Km north-east of Nachchikuda around 5.00 p.m., Air Force sources added. The targets were accurately engaged and the damages the LTTE are yet to be known, Air Force sources confirmed. Wanni offensive moves further northwards; 29 terrorists killed, 35 wounded During fierce gun battles ensued in the Wanni theatre of battle yesterday, 19 August, 29 LTTE terrorists were killed and 35 others suffered injuries, according to finalized military reports received. Troops of 56 Division operating in Vavuniya launched an attack targeting a group of LTTE terrorists in the Vedamakilam area. Intercepting terror communication channels, revealed an LTTE terrorist killed while another suffered injuries in this attack. Heavy fighting ensued between troops and LTTE terrorists in Vavuniya-Mullaittivu battlefront as the troops of 57 Division killed at least 10 terrorists and injuring 4 others in series of clashes reported in south of Manniyakulam, west of Tunukkai and south of Mallavi areas. Five soldiers reportedly wounded due to these clashes. Meanwhile, 2 LTTE dead bodies along with 2 motor cycles and I-Com set were uncovered by the troops of 57 Division during a search operation conducted following a confrontation took place in general area south of Manniyakulam. Another LTTE body was uncovered with T-56 weapon and I-Com set by the troops in general area north of Vavunikulam. Separately, 3 more LTTE terrorists were killed and another 3 suffered injuries when the troops of Task Force 2 confronted with terrorists in two separate occasions in Palaimoddai during day hours yesterday. One soldier also sustained injuries exploding an anti-personnel mine in the same area. Troops of Task Force 1 operating in Kilinochchi District confronted with group of LTTE terrorists in general area east of Mannayakulam killing 9 terrorists. Further, intercepting terror communication it is revealed that 15 more terrorists have sustained injuries due to the effective fire launched by the troops. One soldier has laid his life for defending the motherland while another 15 suffered injuries due to terrorists' retaliation. Troops of 59 Division of operating in Welioya front killed 6 terrorists and injured 12 others during series of clashes reported in general area Andankulam. One soldier has made his utmost sacrifice for the sake of motherland while another 6 suffered injuries, the report said. Further, 104 anti-personnel mines have been unearthed by the troops of 59 division engaged in mine clearing operations in recently liberated areas in Andankulam in Welioya front. 8 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and a claymore mine weighing of 2.5Kg were also found in same search operation. Situation Report on 21 August 2008 Situation Report on 21August 2008 Liberation operations continue; 14 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes in Wanni Finalized military reports received from battlefronts in the Northern provinces indicate 14 fatalities and 11 casualties to LTTE, in the clashes erupted on Wednesday (Aug 20). Suspected LTTE terrorists gun down university student - Eravur A student of Eastern University in Eravur has been shot dead by suspected LTTE terrorists around 8.45, tonight (Aug 21). Air Force pounds terror strongholds in Tunukkai Sri Lanka Air Force pounded terror strongholds in the Tunukkai town around 6.30, this evening (Aug 21). Army encircles Tunukkai town; troops march amid heavy resistance According to reports arriving from Mullaittivu Eastern battlefront, troops of Army 57 division are now encircling the Tunukkai town amid heavy resistance from the terrorists. SLAF MI-24 Helicopters raid LTTE gathering point - Omanthai Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 Helicopters has accurately engaged an identified LTTE gathering place at Omanthai in Vavuniya district this morning, 21 August. Preparations made to hand over 2 LTTE bodies to ICRC- Vavuniya Preparations were made by security forces in Vavuniya to hand over 2 bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during fighting with troops of the 57 Division at Thunukkai to the ICRC officials in Vavuniya today (August 21). Situation Report on 22 August 2008 Situation Report on 22August 2008 Army liberates Thunukkai and Uilankulam Towns - 22nd Aug 2008 According to the latest military information received, troops of the 57 Division operating in Mullaittiuvu Eastern battlefront have liberated Tunukkai and Uilankulam towns this morning, 22 August. Troops have commenced approaching the strategically important Thunukkai town from the North and the West since last morning (21 August). Thunukkai town is situated on the halfway of the Vellankulama and Mankulama road and has been a strategic nerve centre for LTTE for last 25 years. Uilankulam is located around 5Km north of Thunukkai and it is also an LTTE's stronghold in Mullaittiuvu District as fierce gun battles reported in this area during the past few days. With this newest victory, security forces have reached to a significant phase of the Wanni liberating offensive as these areas were liberated for the first time in nearly three decades long fighting between security forces and terrorists. The gain of Thunukkai adds advantage toward the security forces positioned in clear striking distance of Mallavi another vital terrorist's garrison along the Vellankaulam- Mankulam main road. Troops of 57 Division led by Maj General Jagath Dias have made their fullest contribution for the Wanni offensive liberating Madhu Church Complex, Palampiddi, Mundumurippu, Periyamadhu, Naddakandal, Chiradikkulam and Kalvilan areas. Commander Speaks High of Ground Achievements - 22nd Aug 2008 Hot on the heels of capture of Tunukkai, Uyilankulam and the southern edge of Akkarayankulam tank, Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka flew to Wanni Security Forces Headquarters Friday (22) morning with a view to receiving an update on the ground realities. Lieutenant General Fonseka, highly impressed by invaluable ground achievements, gained by his troops in the Wanni theater of humanitarian operations, commended General Officer Commanders in Divisions and all soldiers on their selfless commitment and contribution to the Nation at this critical juncture of our history. Wanni operation continues causing more damages to LTTE; 19 killed, 32 wounded - 22nd Aug 2008 According to the military report received from the battlefront, 19 terrorists were killed and 30 others suffered injuries due to the clashes ensued in Mullaittiuvu west, Kilinochchi south, Mullaittiuvu east and Vavuniya battlefronts yesterday, 21 August. Two more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded, the report added. In Mullaittiuvu west front, troops of 57 Division moving along the western borders of the Mullaittiuvu district had confronted with terrorists in Tunukkai and Mallavi areas killing 7 terrorists and injuring 5 others. Two soldiers also laid their lives for the sake of motherland while another sustained injuries during these confrontations. In Kilinochchi south front, Troops of Task Force 1, entered into the Kilinochchi district after fully liberating the Mannar district, are now advancing further northwards along the Mannar- Pooneryn road (A-32) running along the northwestern coastal belt of the Island. Two army soldiers made their utmost sacrifice for defending the motherland while another 3 sustained injuries in a confrontation took place in general area Vannerikulam. In Mullaittiuvu east front, troops of 59 division is the first ever Army battle formation to venture in to the Mullaittiuvu jungles are presently maneuvering along the west of the Nayaru lagoon heading towards the Mullaittiuvu town situated on the Eastern border of the district. 6 terrorists were killed and 20 others wounded in a series of clashes ensued at Andankulam in 59 Division area through out the day. 2 more LTTE terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded, the report added. Five army soldiers also sustained injuries in yesterday's clashes. In Vavuniya front, troops of Task Force 2, 56 Division had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists in Palamoddai and Navathkulam areas respectively. 5 LTTE terrorists were killed and same number of terrorists have received injuries, the report said. One soldier also sustained injuries in the field. SLAF fighters pound LTTE logistic base - Mullaittiuvu 22nd Aug 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded LTTE logistic base located at Vishwamadu in Mullaittiuvu District this morning, 22 August. Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara speaking to defence.lk said that the targeted LTTE base was identified as one of the main LTTE's logistic facilities containing vehicle spare parts and other combat items adding that it is located in general area Dharmapuram, 5Km north of Vishwamadu tank in Mullaittiuvu district. The air sorties were carried out around 9.30 AM and the Air Force confirmed that targeted LTTE base was destroyed completely. Meanwhile, SLAF MI-24 helicopters launched an air raid targeting the LTTE defence line located 17 Km north-west of Thunukkai in general area south of Wannerikulam tank, Kilinochchi District around 6.30 AM today. The air bombardment carried out in support of ground troops of Task Force 1 advancing northwards in Wanni liberating offensive, Air Force spokesperson added. A bomb found in Kandy - 22nd Aug 2008 Police personnel in Kandy Police have uncovered a bomb weighing around 1Kg from the Balagolla area, a suburb in Kandy, while conducting a search operation on information received this morning, 22 August. The bomb contained gelignite sticks and C-4 high explosive, had been hidden in a sand mound near the privately owned residence in the Balagolla area, sources said. The Army bomb disposal team later has defused the bomb, sources added. Accessories of suicide jackets found - Colombo 22nd Aug 2008 On information received from a civilian, security forces have uncovered accessories of suicide jackets from a Catholic Church premises in Olcott Mawatha in Pettah, this morning, 22 August. According to the available sources, the recovery was made around 8.50 AM and detonators, switches and few other items had been concealed inside the St. Phillip Nerish Church in Pettah, in Colombo. 19 detonators 23 switches (MR type -11, PT type -11, PR type - 1) and a hand baggage were among the recoveries, MCNS said. 5 remote Antennas Situation Report on 23 August 2008 Situation Report on 23August 2008 3 LTTE terrorists killed sniped at Thunukkai 3 LTTE terrorists were reported killed, sniped by troops of the 57 Division now consolidating defences in the newly liberated Thunukkai area, Mullaittivu today (August 23). 4 LTTE terrorists killed in Vavuniya 4 LTTE terrorists were reported killed today (August 23) during an intense fighting erupted between troops and LTTE in general area Vendamkulama, Vavuniya at around 8.30a.m. Situation Reports on 24th Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 24th Aug 2008 LTTE cadre gunned down - Trincomalee Troops gunned down an LTTE cadre who had attempted to lob a hand grenade at them at Chavalkadei in Trincomalee this morning (Aug 24), said military sources. 28 LTTE terrorists killed, 19 wounded in Wanni fighting Security forces continued multi-pronged offensives from its advanced positions in the Kilinochchi, Mullaittivu and the Eastern Wanni battlefronts Saturday (August 23) as military claimed killing at least 28 terrorists, while injuring 19 others according to finalized military reports received The Army infantrymen has launched assaults at identified LTTE strong-points and gathering locations also assisted with heavy artillery and aerial fire support, Wanni security sources said. According to military, pitched fighting were reported from Vannerkerni, Palamoddai and Andankulama general areas respectively at the Kilinochchi, Mullaittivu and the Eastern battlefronts. 2 soldiers have laid their lives, while 9 others were reported wounded in the days' confrontations with LTTE in Wanni. On the Eastern Wanni battlefront in Mullaittivu District, troops of the 59 Division have now advanced approximately 15km Northwards from its initial positions at Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Kokkuthuduwai, security sources said. The fighting was reported since 8a.m., and lasted till late evening at Andankulama military said. 14 terrorists were killed and similar numbers wounded as reported during the confrontations erupted between troops and LTTE. A soldier has laid his life and 3 others also sustained injuries in the battles, military added. Meanwhile, troops of the Task Force-2 operating West of the A-9 trunk road have also gained tactical ground dominance in general area Palamoddai despite heavy resistance from the LTTE. 9 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and 5 others injured as troops further claimed destroying 2 LTTE bunkers and seizing control over a trench line in the same area. According to military, an LTTE body along-with a T-56 assault riffle was also found during a subsequent search operation conducted in the area. Also, 2 soldiers have received injuries due to anti-personnel (AP) mine explosions at Palamoddai. At the Kilinochchi battlefront, troops of the Task Force-1 advancing along the Mannar-Pooneryn(A-32) main road has reached Vannaerikkulama area in the outskirts of Nachchikudha, just days after Army took over a 1km stretch of earth hump build by LTTE in the area. 5 LTTE terrorists were killed and 4 soldiers reported wounded in yesterday's fighting East of Vannerikkulama, according to reports. In the Mullaittivu battlefront in general area Thunukkai, a soldier has laid his life during confrontation with LTTE while 2 others were reported wounded in the same area. Situation Reports on 25th Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 25th Aug 2008 A suicide belt found - Vavuniya Army personnel uncovered a suicide belt and few other warlike items while conducting a search operation in general area Chenkadipilaw in Vavuniya last afternoon, 25 August. Eight LTTE terrorists killed and eleven wounded in Welioya battle front One Army soldier sacrificed his life in a confrontation in Andankulam area around 12.20 p.m. on 25 Aug. Six LTTE terrorists killed and four wounded in Kilinochchi Three Army soldiers were wounded in a confrontation in Pandiwelikulam area in between 1.30 p.m. and 3.20 p.m. on 25 Aug. Four soldiers sacrificed lives and four wounded in Mullaittivu West Two Army soldiers sacrificed their lives and another one was wounded in a confrontation in Ariyamadu area of Mullaittivu west around 4.15 p.m. on 25 Aug. One LTTE Terrorist Killed 02 Wounded and Military Items Recovered One LTTE terrorist was killed and 02 others were wounded by the troops in a confrontation in Vellalkulam area around 11.20 am 25 Aug. Situation Report on 27 August 2008 Situation Report on 27August 2008 SLAF raids LTTE bunker positions - Kilinochchi on 27th August 2008 SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships launched successive air strikes at identified LTTE bunker defences located 2km East of Nachchikudha in Kilinochchi, today (Aug 27) at around 4.30 p.m. The air strikes were launched, also in support of the Army troops advancing along the Mannar-Pooneryn main road, Air Force sources said. LTTE terrorist killed sniped at Thunukkai on 27th August 2008 A LTTE terrorist was reported killed sniped at general area Alankulam, North of Thunukkai at the Vavuniya-Mullaittivu battlefront Wednesday (August 27) at around 2 p.m. Meanwhile, confrontations continued between troops and LTTE, in areas North of Thunukkai and Mallavi security sources said, adding that losses to LTTE are yet to be verified. LTTE receives heavy beating at Mullaittivu front - on 27th August 2008 9 LTTE terrorists were killed and 16 others confirmed wounded Tuesday (Aug 26) during heavy fighting ensued between troops of the 57 Division and LTTE in general area Alankulama, North of Thunukkai in Mullaittivu. Troops mounted continuous artillery and mortar fire inflicting heavy damages to LTTE military said, as fighting was reported in the area since 6AM, till 6PM. 2 soldiers have laid their lives while 8 others were evacuated for medical treatment after receiving injuries in the confrontation, military sources said. LTTE casualty figures are expected to soar, exceeding the numbers already verified, military sources further asserted. Troops are now consolidating defences in the area, according military. Fighting continues in Wanni and North: 13 terrorists killed - on 27th August 2008 Heavy fighting was reported yesterday (Aug 26) in the Wanni and Northern battle theaters as troops confirmed killing 13 terrorists, injuring similar numbers in addition to 34 others who are also believed either killed or seriously wounded, according to finalized military reports received. 2 LTTE terrorists were killed, another reported wounded when troops led separate attacks at LTTE bunker defences at Ponnar in general area Kilaly. Meanwhile, troops operating in general area Koliyakulam at the Vavuniya- Mullaittivu battlefront engaged small arms attacks killing 3 terrorists while injuring similar numbers sources said. Also, troops of the 56 Division pushed into an LTTE bunker defence in general area Navathkulama at 9AM, and have reported killed one terrorist, sources said. 3 more terrorists were killed and 6 others wounded during a similar confrontation with LTTE at Palamoddai area at 4 PM. Meanwhile, troops of the 57 Division conducting search operations in general area South of Mallavi have found 174 hand grenades and 4 anti-personnel (AP) mines according to reports. At the Welioya front in the Eastern Wanni battle theater, security forces confirmed killing 5 terrorists and injuring 6 others during separate clashes erupted with LTTE. According to reports, intense fighting was reported in general area Andankulama on Tuesday. 21 terrorists are also believed either killed or seriously wounded during the confrontations. Troops have also removed 61AP mines and 7 IEDs during search operations conducted in the area, military said. 2 more terrorists were reported either killed or wounded in general area Nittukkaikulam at 8.30 AM., according to reports. 2 soldiers have also received injuries during confrontation with LTTE in general areas at Andankulama and Nittukkaikulam. Meanwhile, troops conducting search operations at the Madhu junction area have recovered 2 claymore mines each weighing 2.5kgs, 2 detonators and a 20ft long wire roll, sources further said. LTTE terrorists launch abortive air raid at Trincomalee navy camp - on 27th August 2008 LTTE terrorists launched an abortive air raid at the Trincomalee Naval base last night (Aug 26). According to Navy sources , the navy base was alarmed on an approaching terror aircraft by Sri Lanka Air Force around 9 PM. After few minutes, naval troops detected the aircraft and engaged it with anti air guns . The machine gun fire caused the aircraft to make away without entering into the naval dockyard, said the sources. However, the terrorists managed to drop two improvised bombs into the navy camp. The sources said that only one out of two bombs was exploded. 10 sailors suffered injuries due to the explosion. Situation Report on 28 August 2008 Situation Report on 28August 2008 Eighteen Displaced Persons Handed Over to Police - Trincomalee Eighteen internally displaced persons were handed over to Trincomalee Police today(29) by the Navy. Haul of military equipments recovered A haul of Military equipments were recovered by the Army troops at Kadavana area during the day(29) Air strikes on two LTTE targets in Killinochchi area Today (29) around 11.30 am Air force fighter jets carried out air strikes on LTTE terrorists sea tiger training base in 4.5 km North West of Poonarien junction. Claymore mine recovered in Uppaweli Uppaweli police recovered one 2.5kg claymore mine one detonator and one wire roll 69 feat long fixed under a date tree near the Narasinghe kovil 500m away from Thronkadu junction in the Uppaweli police division. Situation Reports on 30th Aug 2008 Situation Reports on 30th Aug 2008 LTTE explodes a parcel bomb in Pettah; 45 wounded - Colombo [6th lead] Forty-Five civilians suffered injuries when the LTTE terrorists exploded a parcel bomb in Olcott Mawatha in Pettah, a busy commercial area Colombo around 12.15 p.m today, 30 August. Civil Defence Force thwarts LTTE move - Padawiya Civil Defence Force personnel confronted with a group of terrorist detected in the Konketiyawa general area, East of Padawiya tank this morning (Aug 30). According to the defence sources, CDF personnel deployed in the area have detected a group of terrorist trying to cross defence line around 6.30 AM in guise of Army personnel. The CDF personnel after identifying the terrorists have opened fire at the terror group. According to the available information, a body of an LTTE cadre along with many weapons has been found. Wanni operation continues; 18 terrorists killed, 25 wounded According to the finalized military report received from the battlefront said that 18 terrorists were killed and 19 others suffered injuries in yesterday's (29 August) clashes reported in Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Vavuniya and Welioya fronts. Situation Report on 31 August 2008 Situation Report on 31August 2008 Troops in pursuit of LTTE: at least 10 LTTE bodies found scattered - Padawiya on 31st August 2008 Army's elite Special Forces (SF) troops in pursuit of terrorists encircled at Konketiyawa, East of the Padawiya tank have reportedly observed at least 10 LTTE bodies scattered in the area, according to latest reports received, Sunday (Aug 31). Intermittent gunfire exchanges were reported in the area since this morning our Welioya correspondent said, citing military, as troops further claimed to have sealed all 'way-routes' combined with the Civil Defence Force(CDF) personnel in the area. Details of the latest confrontations are not available our correspondent said, adding that the terrorists' chances of survival are minimum in the area, given the mobility and fire superiority of the Special Forces (SF). Troops have already seized an LTTE body, a T-56 assault riffle and 3 belt orders in subsequent search operations conducted. The SF troopers were immediately reinforced after clashes broke out between CDF personnel and LTTE since 6.30 a.m, Saturday, when troops on patrol observed a group of terrorists in Army guise attempting to infiltrate into the area. A civilian was also reported wounded due to the indiscriminate LTTE gunfire attack and later transferred to the General Hospital at Anuradhapura. According to military, the LTTE group may have been given specific orders to infiltrate into the liberate areas and cause destruction to both civilian and military targets triggering a slow down of the military advances into the last LTTE bastions at Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu Districts. 3 personnel were killed including a Civil Defence Force (CDF) trooper, while similar numbers were reported injured in yesterday's confrontation, according to reports received. Meanwhile, Police have also reported killed a terrorist in general area Vahalkada and subsequently recovered the body, according to defence sources. The Secretary of Defence visits and assesses security of Mannar - on 31st August 2008 The Secretary of Defence, Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksha, accompanied by the Chief of Defence Staff, Air Marshal Donald Perera and the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda, visited Mannar yesterday-the 30th August 2008, in order to assess the security situation in the area. The itinerary of the visit comprised of visiting and assessing security condition of the area under North Central Naval Command. They had visited the naval detachment at Irrukkalmpiddy- the naval installation closest to un-cleared areas, the naval base in Thalaimannar, Special Boat Squadron and the Rapid Action Boat Squadron. He also declare opened the newly constructed two-storied North Central Naval Command Headquarters in Mannar which was built by the naval personnel in the civil engineering branch of the navy within a short span of time like three months saving a large sum of money that would have incurred. Fresh attack on LTTE defences; 1 killed, 7 wounded - Muhamalai on 31st August 2008 Security forces have launched a fresh attack targeting LTTE bunker defences in general area Muhamalai killing one terrorist and injuring 7 others in early hours this morning, 31 August. Troops have launched this attack around 2.45 a.m on selected terror points observing their activities. Terror transmission also confirmed their damages, intercepted LTTE communication revealed. 20 LTTE terrorists killed, 16 injured in yesterday's clashes - on 31st August 2008 20 LTTE terrorists killed, 16 others reported wounded during heightened battles between troops and LTTE in general area South of Mallavi and pockets of the Eastern and Western Wanni battlefront yesterday (Aug 30). 3 soldiers have laid their lives and 19 others reported wounded in Saturday's confrontations at the Wanni and Northern battlefronts, sources further said. According to finalized reports received, 6 LTTE terrorists were killed alone and 4 injured following an air raid launched by the MI-24 helicopter gunships in support of the advancing troops of the Task Force -1, at Vannerikkulama, Kilinochchi, Saturday. Separately, another terrorist was killed sniped in the same area, military confirmed. 3 terrorists were killed, 5 injured following intense fighting between troops and LTTE in general area North of Nachchikudha, according to reports received. In addition, 5 soldiers have sustained injuries in the confrontations, security sources said. Also, 3 other soldiers received injuries due to separate anti-personnel (AP) mine and IED explosions in Vannerikkulama and Nachchikudha general areas. At the Eastern Wanni battlefront in general area Andankulam, troops confirmed killing 4 LTTE terrorists and injuring 6 others in separate confrontations yesterday. Meanwhile, troops of the Task Force -2 operating in Palamodai general area have reportedly confronted with a group of terrorists killing 3 and injuring another, according to military. A soldier has also sustained injuries due to an AP mine explosion in the area. 3 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and 9 others injured when troops clashed with terrorists since Saturday morning in general area South of Mallavi, according to reports. Heavy fighting was reported throughout the day as troops confirmed inflicting serious damages despite resistance from LTTE. At general area Navathkulama, troops of the 56 Division have killed an LTTE terrorist and reportedly destroyed a bunker, according to reports. Meanwhile, at the Jaffna theater of battle, troops confirmed killing 2 terrorists during separate sniper attacks in general area at Nagarkovil, on Saturday. Situation Report on 01 September 2008 Situation Report on 01September 2008 Air Force pounds terror defences in Nachchikudha Sri Lanka Air Force carried out two air strikes targeting LTTE forward defences in the Nachchikudha area this afternoon (Sept 1). 2 Tamil youth shot dead by LTTE gunmen- Jaffna LTTE gunmen have shot dead 2 Tamil youth while riding a motor bike along the Jaffna Kachcheriya road and reportedly fled the scene, Sunday (31 August) at around 2p.m. Wanni liberation operation continues; 35 terrorists killed, over 35 wounded The finalized military report on yesterday's, 1 September, battles indicates 35 fatalities and 22 casualties to the terrorists. Troops reaching another victory; three-fourth of Mallavi captured Wanni civilians from LTTE clutches have brought control over more than three-fourth of the LTTE's nerve center, Mallavi, about 3.5 km East of Tunukkai by today evening, 1 September. Fighting erupts North of Mallavi: 2 LTTE bodies recovered Pitched fighting was reported between troops and LTTE since yesterday (Sep1), at general area Thernakandal, North of Mallavi in the Mullaittivu battlefront, according to military reports. Troops seize control over LTTE trench line: 10 terrorists killed, 12 injured 10 LTTE terrorists were reported killed, 12 injured during heavy fighting ensued between troops and LTTE, South of Nachchikudha in the Western Wanni battlefront, from 2 p.m, till mid night on Monday (Sep 1). Situation Report on 02 September 2008 Situation Report on 02September 2008 LTTE launch attack on STF on route patrol LTTE ambushed a group of Special Task Force personnel who were on a patrol in the Okanda Road, Kudumbigala Panama today (02) around 12.30pm. STF retaliated causing the terrorists to abandon their attempt and flee. LTTE's strategic bastion Mallavi falls to security forces: Remaining LTTE terrorists were beaten off and Mallavi town was liberated by the advancing troops today (Sep 2), according to latest military reports received. STF route clearing patrol comes under LTTE attack - Panama LTTE terrorists launched an attack targeting a group of security forces personnel on route clearing patrol in general area Panama, this afternoon, 2 September. SLAF raids LTTE mortar gun-positions - Nachchikuda Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets launched air raids at identified LTTE mortar gun positions located North of Nachchikuda area this morning, 2 September. Situation Report on 04 September 2008 Situation Report on 04September 2008 Troops enter Murikandi; 4 LTTE bodies found after confrontation - On 04th September 2008 Troops of Army 57 division entered into the Murikandi general area located 4 km South of Akkarayankulama tank on the Southern Western Mullaittiuvu this evening (Sept 4). According to the defence sources in the battlefront, troops have dislodged terror defences in the area and found 4 bodies of LTTE cadres along with 3 T-56 weapons and other military equipment during search operations. Wanni liberation in progress despite heavy terror resistance - On 04th September 2008 Following heavy clashes that lasted for two days since Monday (Sept 1) in Akkarayankulama and Nachchikudha areas on the southern Kilinochchi warfront, troops of Army 57 division and Task Force 1 have been able to dominate several locations of the 18 Km long terror defence. LTTE terrorist s gave their fullest effort to halt soldiers' advance but aborted their mission after suffering heavy losses to the life and the material . At present, troops are consolidating their positions. According to the defence sources, the terror defence in the South of Kilinochchi is consisting of an earth bund running Zigzag from Nachchikudha to Akkarayankulama along with many military trenches, bunkers and strong points. On Tuesday (Sept 2) morning, snipers deployed in the Akkarayankulama area reported shooting of two terrorists. Also, Troops of Task Force 1 attacked an LTTE bunker located in the Vannerikulama area around 12 noon and claimed 7 terrorists killed. Two soldiers suffered injuries during this incident. Meanwhile on the Vavuniya front, troops of Task Force 2 had series of clashes in the Palamodai area during daytime yesterday and claimed having killed 7 terrorists and wounded 4 others. Troops also found a telescope and a Radio communication set of LTTE during subsequent searches. Army 56 division troops operating on the same front attacked an LTTE bunker located in the Navatkulama area last evening. Troops confirmed one terrorist was killed in this incident. Meanwhile on the Mullaittiuvu Eastern front, troops of Army 59 division had daylong clashes with the terrorist in the Andankulama area. Troops confirmed 3 terrorists were killed, 2 others wounded and 4 more were either killed or wounded due to the clashes. One solder went missing in action and 2 others suffered injuries. Troops also found a terror bunker and 5 military trenches abandoned by the terrorists. Troops removes 14 AP (anti personnel) mines from the Andankulama area during the day's operations. In the Jaffna theatre of battle, snipers deployed in the Nagarkovil and Muhamalai areas claimed one terrorist was shot down during morning hours. Counter terror operations are being continued. Situation Report on 05 September 2008 Situation Report on 05September 2008 Air force recovered military items in Trioncomalee Two T-56 assault rifles hidden by the terrorists were recovered in a search operation conducted by the Air force troops in Kandalkadu area today (05). An Soldier Wounded in Jaffna An army soldier was wounded by an LTTE small arms attack in Muhamalei area around 06.10 a.m. today (05). Fourteen LTTE Terrorists Killed in Vavuniya Battle Front Six LTTE terrorists caught in an ambush were killed by the troops in Thalikkulam area around 09.10 a.m. today (05). Two LTTE Terroists Killed Two Wounded & AP Mines Recovered Two LTTE terrorists were killed and two others were wounded in a confrontation in Vennarikulam area around 11.35 a.m. today (05) and also 30 Anti Personnel mines and three booby traps were recovered by the troops in a search operation conducted in the area by the troops during the day (05). Eight LTTE Terrorists Killed, 13 wounded and 311 Anti Personnel mines recovered in Welioya Battle Front Five LTTE terrorists were killed and five others wounded by the troops in five different confrontations in Andankulam area between 11.35 and 3.30 p.m. today (05). Situation Report on 06 September 2008 Situation Report on 06September 2008 LTTE bunker line pounded by the air force An LTTE bunker line located close to the - Thannimuruppukulam tank was pounded by the Air Force using MI 24 Helicopters around 09.30 a.m. today (06). Situation Report on 08 September 2008 Situation Report on 08September 2008 Minor explosion at Gas Paha junction -Colombo On 08th September 2008 around 9.45 p.m. A minor explosion has occurred at Gas Paha junction in Colombo around 9.45 PM. Police suspect a hand grenade has been exploded by an unknown party. According to the available information Eight people have suffered injuries in the explosion. Police conduct further investigations. Triple air raids target LTTE gathering - Nachchikudha On 08th September 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out three air raids targeting gatherings of LTTE reinforcement cadre in the North of Nachchikudha this afternoon (Sept 8), said Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara . He said, the raids were launched at 1.25 PM, 1.35 PM and 2.10 PM in support of advancing Task Force 1 troops on the Southern Kilinochchi front. Liberation operation continuous; 22 terrorists killed in clashes - On 08th September 2008 Reports on yesterday's (Sept 7) battlefield incidents indicate 22 deaths and 21 casualties to LTTE and report 11 more as either killed or wounded. Also, 8 soldiers suffered injuries during the clashes. In the Wanni theatre of operations, troops of Army Task Force 1 operating on the South of Kilinochchi front continued their quest to liberate Nachchikudha, strategic coastal village. Troops attacked an LTTE bunker located in the Nachchikudha around 2.15 PM and claimed 2 terrorists were killed and 3 others wounded during the confrontation. Separately, troops attacked a group of terrorists in the same area around 3 PM and claimed 3 terrorists wounded. In the Vannerikkulama area, troops engaged indirect fire on a terrorist movement around 7 PM. Forward deployed troops confirmed 4 terrorist were killed in the incident. Meanwhile, Task Force 1 soldiers launched a limited operation in the Paraikandamadu area last evening in order to extend the existing Forward Defence. Two soldiers suffered injuries due to terror mortar fire. Monitored enemy radio transmission confirmed 4 terrorists killed in during the confrontation. Also, sniper deployed in the same area confirmed shooting down of one LTTE cadre around 4.50 PM. On the North of Vavuniya front, troops of Task Force 2 had four separate confrontations with the terrorists in the Palamoddai area during the daytime. Troops confirmed 3 terrorists were killed and 4 others wounded during these incidents. Also, troops captured 4 military trenches. One soldier suffered injuries due to an IED (improvised explosive device) explosion around 2 PM. Meanwhile, troops of Army 59 division continued their operations in the East of Mullaittivu front along the day in the Andankulama and North of Kiriibbanwewa areas. Troops attacked terror defence line in the Andankulama area during morning hours and captured 18 LTTE bunkers. Monitored enemy radio transmission confirmed 4 terrorists were killed and 6 others wounded in this incident. Also, two soldiers suffered injuries . In two separate confrontations reported in the same general area, troops claimed terrorists were wounded and 3 more were either killed or wounded. In the general area North of Kiriibbanwewa, troops had several confrontations with the terrorists during the daytime and claimed 3 terrorists were killed and 8 others were either killed or wounded. Meanwhile, troops engaged in mine clearing operations in the area removed 132 AP mines and 15 IED in the day's operations. In the Jaffna theatre of battle troops carried out several attacks at LTTE bunkers located in the Muhamalai, Nagarkovil and Kilaly areas during the day. However, the exact damages caused to the enemy in these attacks were not known. One soldier suffered injuries due to an AP mine explosion in Muhamalai around 4.30 in the evening. Liberation operation are being continued. Air Force fighter jets pound terror defences - Nachchikudha On 08th September 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded on an LTTE strong point and bunkers located in the North of Nachchikudha area this morning (Sept 8), said Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janka Nanayakkara. He said the attack was launched at 8.35 AM and the damage caused to the enemy is yet to be revealed. Warlike items found on civilian information- Jaffna On 08th September 2008 Troops while acting on civilian information received have uncovered a claymore mine, 10 hand grenades and few other warlike items in general area South of Kopay, Jaffna, Sunday (Sep 7), at 2p.m. The items were found dumped in an abandoned land, security sources further said. List of the items found during the search operation. T-56 assault riffle, 01 T-56 magazine, 01 T-56 ammunition 24, Hand grenades 10, Electrical detonators 03 Claymore mine 01, Pouch 01 9V battery 02. Situation Report on 09 September 2008 Situation Report on 09September 2008 Air Force destroys LTTE aircraft - Mullaittiuvu Sri Lanka Air Force has shot down one of the aircraft belonged to LTTE terrorists this morning (Sept 9). SLAF strikes at LTTE strongpoint- Vavuniya SLAF fighter jets launched precision air sorties at an identified LTTE camp located 2km South of Kanagarayankulama, East of A-9 trunk road, Tuesday (Sep 8) at 1p.m. Fighter jets raid LTTE armoury- Mullaittivu Air Force fighter jets continued attacks at identified LTTE positions in Wanni and North Tuesday (Sep 9), as latest reports confirmed another raid at a terrorist arms and ammunition dump in the Mullaittivu District, at 2.35 p.m. Security Forces crush major terror attack at Vavuniya; 10 LTTE bodies found Latest military reports received from Vavuniya reveal that a major attack launched by LTTE terrorists at the security forces headquarters Wanni and Air Force Base Vavuniya early this morning (Sept 9) was completely Situation Reports on 10th September Situation Reports on 10th September Minor explosion in Mt.Lavinia A minor explosion has been reported in Mt.Lavinia at 7.40 this evening (September 10). According to the police sources, a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) has been exploded on the railway track close to De Seram road, Mt.Lavinia. Fighter jets target LTTE positions in twin air raids Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out two more raids for the day (Sept 10) targeting LTTE positions in Kilinochchi Troops success in Vavuniya; even Black Tigers ran for their lives - soldiers Sri Lankan security Forces once again displayed their professionalism and combat effectiveness in counter terrorist warfare yesterday (Sept 9) when they crushed the combined ground and air attack carried out by the LTTE in Vavuniya. SLAF raids LTTE intelligence nerve center in Kilinochchi Taking on offensive raids into the LTTE backyard, SLAF fighter jets made precision air sorties at the LTTE's main intelligence command and control center located 1km West of Kilinochchi, Wednesday (Sep 10), at around 6.45a.m. Terrorist killed, body recovered in Mullaittiuvu Troops of the 57 Division, operating in general area Akkarayankulama in Mullaittiuvu, confronted a group of terrorists and subsequently recovered an LTTE terrorist body and few warlike items, Tuesday (Sep 9). Situation Reports on 11th September 2008 Situation Reports on 11th September 2008 Minor blast on railway track - Sedawatte A suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) has been exploded on the railway track close to the Kelaniya railway bridge (Black Bridge) around 7.45 PM (Sept 11), police sources reveal. Kilaly LTTE terrorist leader Kaliardhan killed 4 LTTE terrorists were reported killed including the Kilaly LTTE area leader Kaliardhan during a confrontation ensued with security forces today (Sep 11), at the Kilaly defences, at around 3 a.m. Wanni Operation continues; 15 terrorists killed in yesterday's clashes Finalized battlefield reports received on yesterday's (Sept 10) incidents place number of terrorists killed at 15 and the injured at 8. Also, 7 soldiers were injured in the incidents occurred in the Wanni theatre of operations LTTE terrorist killed, warlike items recovered - Batticaloa An LTTE terrorist was reported killed while attempting to attack an Army security patrol in general area Yodaiankattu, South of Pulipanchikal, Batticaloa Wednesday (Sep 10). Situation Reports on 12th September 2008 Situation Reports on 12th September 2008 Two successive air raids on LTTE locations; LTTE storage facility destroyed - Muhamalai Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out two successive air raids targeting key LTTE locations ahead of the own defence line in Muhamalai, Jaffna this evening, 12 September. Air Force ground troops found 185 mortar rounds - East of Muttur Ground troops of Air Force deployed in Kandalkadu area in east Muttur have found a large quantity of 82mm mortar rounds in a search operation conducted this afternoon, 12 September. Wanni operation continues; 34 terrorists killed, 30 wounded According to the finalized military report received from the battlefront said that 34 LTTE terrorists were killed while 30 others suffered injuries during clashes ensued in Vavuniya, Mullaittiuvu, Kilinochchi and Welioya fronts yesterday, 11 September. Two LTTE terrorists killed in ambush- Vavuniya Two LTTE terrorists were reported killed and bodies recovered by troops in an ambush laid, at Periyakunchilkulama, Vavuniya yesterday (Sep 11), at around 6.25p.m. Situation Report on 13th September 2008 Situation Reports on 13th September, 2008 8 LTTE terrorists killed, 2 bodies recovered in Wanni fighting At least 8 LTTE terrorists were killed, 2 wounded during separate fighting ensued between troops and LTTE, Saturday (Sep 13), at the Vavuniya-Mullaittivu battle front. LTTE concrete complex pounded by the SL Air Force Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jet's launched an air strike to a heavily reinforced concreted building complex concealed in 01km north of Iranamadu in jungle area around 08.00a.m today (13). LTTE triggers claymore mine, Policeman killed, 3 injured- Batticaloa LTTE terrorists triggered off a claymore mine targeting a vehicle carrying Police personnel at Vellaveli, Batticaloa, Saturday (Sep 13) at around 9.40 a.m. Situation Reports on 14th September 2008 Situation Reports on 14th September 2008 Seven terrorists killed in clashes - Kilinochchi Troops of Task Force 1 operating in the Southern Kilinochchi front dislodged several terror strongholds in the general are Vannerikulam during daytime today (Sept 14). Situation Report on 16 September 2008 Situation Report on 16September 2008 LTTE explodes bus bomb targeting civilians: Public vigilance averts chaos - Colombo on 16th September 2008 A bus bomb explosion was reported near the 'Horton place', Colombo, Tuesday (16) at around 1.50p.m. According to available information, the bomb has exploded inside a public transportation bus (SLTB) plying from - Moratuwa - Mattakkuliya (Route No:155). No civilian fatalities were reported due to the explosion, Colombo National Hospital sources said, adding that 4 people have been admitted due to shock caused by the explosion. Commuters are here advised to use alternative routes to avoid heavy traffic, Police said. Passengers have immediately got-off the bus and reached safety distance after bomb fear raised of an unattended parcel inside the bus, our correspondent said citing civilian sources. "The bomb has exploded within minutes" the sources further said. "This is a heavy traffic hour and many school children are on the roads", our correspondent said adding that the alertness of the bus conductor and driver have saved the day for many, which needs special commendation. No doubt this explosion marks another LTTE attempt to cause mayhem in the island's capital targeting innocent civilians, when it is facing fierce assaults by the security forces in the Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu districts. 12 LTTE terrorists killed, 27 injured in Wanni fighting - on 16th September 2008 Security Forces mounted decisive ground assaults at LTTE terrorists, positioned at Palamoddai, Vavunikkulama, Nachchikudha, Vannerikkulama and Andankulama general areas along the Wanni battle theater extending from the Western Kilinochchi coast to the Eastern Mullaittivu jungles yesterday(Sep 15), as finalized reports claimed 12 terrorists killed, 27 wounded in the hours-long fierce fighting. LTTE terrorists were engaged in a desperate attempt to save the remaining garrison townships at Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu which has already come under the heavy gun ranges of the armed forces. Large numbers of terrorists were reported dragged into the battlegrounds to delay the military surge including hundreds of child soldiers, who are said to be forcibly recruited by the outfit, intimidating their parents now stranded under LTTE tyranny in Wanni. According to reports received, 6 LTTE terrorists were killed and 2 others reported wounded in the Vavuniya- Mullaittivu battlefront, during intense fighting erupted between troops and LTTE on Monday. LTTE fatalities were caused due to fighting in general area Palamoddai. 9 soldiers also sustained injuries and evacuated for medical treatment at the general hospital at Vavuniya, reports further stated. Meanwhile, at the Western Wanni battlefront at Nachchikudha, Kilinochchi, troops claimed killing 5 terrorists, while injuring 4 others, according to reports. 2 soldiers have received injuries in the confrontations with LTTE, military said. At the Eastern Wanni battlefront, at Andankulama troops forced into a terror underground bunker site, seizing control and recovering military equipment and medical items, according to reports received. The facility consisted of 5 underground bunkers used as a medical post of the LTTE, reports stated. In addition troops have also uncovered 51 anti-personnel (AP) mines, and disposed 5 LTTE laid IEDs during search operations conducted in the same area. According to reports, 3 soldiers have received wounds in the clashes in addition to 21 LTTE terrorists who were also reported wounded. Twin air strikes at LTTE gathering points- Kilinochchi on 16th September 2008 SLAF fighter jets made precision air sorties at two separate LTTE gathering points located 3km and 4.5km West of Iranamadhu, Kilinochchi, Tuesday(Sep 16), at 10.10a.m. According to Air Force Spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, the air strikes were made in assistance of the advancing 57 Division troops now operating in the outer perimeters of Kilinochchi. Two successive air raids on high profile LTTE targets; LTTE high-tech facility destroyed - on 16th September 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force supersonic fighter jets carried out two successive are raids targeting two separate high profile LTTE targets in the Mullaittivu district this morning, 16 September. Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, speaking to defence.lk said that SLAF jets raided an LTTE high-tech facility located in 5Km northeast of Puthukkudiiyiruppu area in Mullaittivu district around 6.40 a.m., today. The targeted LTTE high-tech base had been equipped with computers, international communication facilities and other sophisticated equipments solely for military purposes and was run by a high profile LTTE leader who is a close relation of the LTTE terror chief. Independent sources further reveal that, Charles Anthony, son of Prabhakaran has been frequenting this facility as a key figure mainly associated with its technical upgrading. Meanwhile, SLAF jets carried out another raid targeting an LTTE logistic and transit facility located in 3Km Northeast of Udayarkattukulam in Mullaittivu district around 6.30 this morning, spokesperson added. According to the information received from Wanni, several arms and ammunition manufacturing yards of the LTTE terrorists are operating in this area. Defence observers say that recent trend in air raids shows a significant enhancement in defence surveillance capabilities as majority of the targets have been LTTE's covert locations rather than overt camps. They are in the view that exploited and demoralized LTTE cadres and people, tired of terrorist rule in the Wanni region might have open new sources of information flow to the military. The target was kept under close scrutiny until such time prevailed, the defence official further added. Air Force conducts close air support missions - Kilinochchi Situation Report on 17September 2008 Air Force conducts close air support missions - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force carried out two close air support missions for Army 57 division troops operating on the Kilinochchi front this evening (Sept 17). Air Force fighter jets target more terror positions - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out two more air strikes targeting LTTE positions in the Kilinochchi district this afternoon (Sept 17), Air Force sources said. Troops steps up offensives in all fronts Battlefield reports on past 48 hours indicate that forward deployed forces in all 3 battlefronts in Wanni theatre of operations have stepped up their counter operations against LTTE terrorists. Jets raid high profile LTTE hideout in Kilinochchi SLAF fighter jets launched successive air strikes at key LTTE locations in Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu including a 'high profile' LTTE hideout located in the Vattakachchi area, Wednesday (Sep 17) at around 6.35 a.m. Fifteen LTTE terrorists were killed and one wounded in Vavuniya Two LTTE terrorists were killed by the troops in a confrontation in Navatkulam area around 10.25am yesterday (17). Haul of Military items recovered Troops conducted search operations in Inguru Hinna area around 9.45am yesterday (17). The following military equipment were recovered by troops from this area. Heavy clashes in Andankulam area, five terrorists killed and twenty-three wounded Heavy fighting continued throughout the day yesterday in Andankulam, Welioya. Troops captured a LTTE camp while also recovering a number of military equipment. Situation Report on 18 September 2008 Situation Report on 18September 2008 Troops secure 1.5Km area in Karambakulam area Today (18) evening 58 division troops secured 1.5km area in karambakulam. Two LTTE targets pounded in Air Strikes SLAF launched two Air Strikes using Fighter Jets on two LTTE targets today (18) at 4.30 p.m. Air Force MI-24 Helicopters and fighter jets destroy two LTTE Resistance points Today (18) around 12.00pm Air Force fighter jets carried out air strikes on a LTTE Resistance point in 3km North of Vannerikulam Tank area. Clashes erupts in Iranathiuv seas 01 LTTE sea tiger boat was completely destroyed and another one was severely damaged by the Navy troops in a confrontation erupted in Iranathiuv seas closer to Nachchikuda area in this afternoon. Naval sources affirmed that the fighting is still continuing in the Iranathiuv seas. Situation Reports on 19th September 2008 Situation Reports on 19th September 2008 MI-24 helicopter gun-ships launch air assaults at 2 LTTE strong-points- Kilinochchi Air force MI-24 helicopter gun-ships launched effective air assaults at 2 LTTE strong-points located 3km Northwest of Vannerikkulama in Kilinochchi, Friday (Sep 19), at around 7.45p.m. Troops recover warlike items during search operation- Jaffna Troops while conducting a pre-dawn search operation in general area Madduvil North in Kodikamam, Friday (Sep 19) have recovered a rocket propelled grenade launcher with sight and few other items, according to reports received. 42 LTTE terrorists killed, 38 wounded in yesterday's clashes LTTE terrorists have suffered heavy casualties as reports reveal at least 42 terrorists killed, 38 wounded in addition to 25 others, who were reported killed during an intense sea battle with Navy off the coast of Nachchikudha, yesterday (Sep 18). According to military, heavy ground battles broke-out at Vannerikkulama in the Western Wanni battlefront at Kilinochchi, between the Task Force -1 troops and LTTE, killing 23 terrorists and injuring 27 others. Troops mounted multiple assaults at LTTE with artillery barrages, enabling army infantrymen to force into the terror defences, security sources said. The fighting lasted for hours as terrorists put-on stiff resistance: 10 soldiers had laid their lives, while 18 others sustained injuries in the confrontation. Exhausted LTTE terrorists have fled the area despite constant orders from its leadership to sustain the military onslaught, military said citing ground sources. Meanwhile, a soldier also sustained injuries during a separate confrontation with LTTE in general area at Pandiveddikulam. At the Vavuniya -Mullaittivu battlefront 10 terrorists were reported killed and 2 others wounded according to finalized military reports. Confrontations were reported from Palamoddai, Vedamakilam, Chinnakulama and Akkarayankulama area, according to reports. Meanwhile, troops have uncovered 3 decomposed LTTE bodies in general area Akkarayankulama, during a search operation. 05 X T- 56 assault riffles, 01x RPG weapon, 01x C-90 weapon and a radio set was also among the items recovered. On the Eastern Wanni battlefront, sporadic fighting was reported between 59 Division troops and LTTE since Thursday morning, security sources said. According to reports, 8 LTTE terrorists were killed and 11 other wounded during the clashes in general area Andankulama. Meanwhile, at the Jaffna theater of battle a soldier laid his life and another sustained injuries following a confrontation with LTTE at Sarasalai, around 1.45a.m. Situation Reports on 20th September 2008 Situation Reports on 20th September 2008 9 terrorists killed, one body uncovered - west of Mankulam At least 9 LTTE terrorists were killed and many others suffered injuries due to the confrontations took place in general area west of Mankulam through out the day, 20 September, military sources confirmed intercepting LTTE communication channels. Troops of 57 Division operating in Mullaittivu district confronted with LTTE terrorists in the west of Mankulam area and a body of LTTE cadre killed in these confrontations were uncovered along with the radio set in a subsequent search operation conducted, defence sources said. An army soldier has laid his life for defending the motherland while two others suffered injuries in these confrontations. Meanwhile, army snipers deployed in general area Akkarayankulam gunned down an LTTE terrorist this afternoon, sources added. Wanni liberation operation continues; 25 terrorists killed, over 25 injured in yesterday's clashes Clashes between security forces and LTTE terrorists reported in Vavuniya, Kilinochchi, Welioya and Jaffna fronts in yesterday, 19 September, and at least 25 LTTE terrorists were killed while 11 others suffered injuries, said the finalized military report received from the battlefront. 16 others were reportedly either killed or wounded, the report added. In Vavuniya front, confrontations reported from Navatkulam, Puvarasankulam and Palamoddai areas. 12 LTTE terrorists were killed while 5 others suffered injuries, the report said. In Kilinochchi front, a heavy confrontation between security forces and LTTE terrorists took place in general area Panikanmadu during evening hours. By intercepting LTTE radio communication, it is revealed that 9 LTTE terrorists were killed in this attack. Two army personnel also sustained injuries during this confrontation. Meanwhile, another soldier sustained injuries exploding an anti-personnel mine in general area Kariyalaimoddai. In Welioya front, 3 LTTE terrorists were killed while 6 more sustained injuries in series of clashes ensued in general area Andankulam. 16 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded due to these clashes, the report added. One soldier has made his utmost sacrifice for defending the motherland while another 4 sustained injuries during the gun battle in Andankulam area. In Jaffna army snipers gunned down an LTTE terrorists ahead of own defence line in general area Kilaly during morning hours. 10Kg land mine uncovered - Trincomalee Troops conducted a search operation in general area Peraru in Trincomalee uncovered a Land Mine this afternoon, 20 September. The recovery was made around 4.30 pm and the recovered land mine is weighing of 10 Kg, defence sources in Trincomalee said. Situation Reports on 21st September 2008 Situation Reports on 21st September 2008 Chief Priest of Koneshwaram Kovil shot dead LTTE gunmen yesterday (Sept 21) shot dead the Chief Priest of the historic Koneshwaram Kovil of Trincomalee. Six bunkers destroyed Army troops destroyed six LTTE bunkers at Karambakulam in Kilinochchi between 12 noon and 2 today (21). Air Force launches multiple air raids at terror targets- Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force carried out 4 air raids targeting terrorist gatherings in the forward area on the Wanni battlefronts during last few hours (Sept 21). Situation Report on 22 September 2008 Situation Report on 22September 2008 LTTE receives heavy beating; 36 terrorists killed, 7 terror bodies found - Kilinochchi It is confirmed through intercepted LTTE communication channels that at least 36 LTTE terrorists were killed, injuring 18 others during fierce gun battles ensued between security forces and LTTE in the Kilinochchi front yesterday, 21 September. LTTE suffers heavy losses; 20 terrorists killed, over 20 injured LTTE terrorists have suffered heavy casualties as reports reveal at least 20 terrorists killed, over 20 wounded in yesterday's clashes (21 September), in addition to 36 others, who were reported killed during an intense battle with the troops of 57 Division operating in Kilinochchi district. STF kills two terrorists - Ampara Special Task Force (STF) personnel ambushed an LTTE movement killing at least two terrorists in Udagova, Panama in Pottuvil last evening, 21 September. Situation Report on 06 September 2008 Situation Report on 23September 2008 Air Force Jets raid hideout of LTTE kingpins- Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets launched a nighttime raid targeting a well guarded hideout of high profile LTTE cadres in Kilinochchi, said the Air Force sources. Air Force fighter jets pound terror locations- Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out 3 air raids targeting LTTE resistance points in the Kilinochchi battlefront this afternoon (Sept 23), said the Air Force sources. Liberations operations make further progress; terrorists suffer heavy losses According to military reports received yesterday (Sept 22), terrorists suffered further losses during heavy confrontations continued in the battlefronts in Wanni. STF averts LTTE infiltration attempt: body recovered- Batticaloa Police Special Task Force (STF) personnel confronted a group of terrorists, killing one, Tuesday (Sep 23) in general area Narakamulla, Batticaloa, at around 12.30 a.m. 6 terrorists killed, 5 wounded in clashes - Kilinochchi Six LTTE terrorists were killed and 5 others received injuries in confrontations took place in Vannerikulam area in western flank of Wanni battlefront yesterday, 22 September, the defence sources said. Situation Report on 24 September 2008 Situation Report on 24September 2008 Suicide jacket and warlike items found - Trincomalee on 24th September 2008 In a special search operation conducted, a suicide jacket laden with 8Kg explosive was found along with some other warlike items from general area Pallechchenakulam in Kumburupiddi, Trincomalee district this morning, 24 September. These items had been hidden inside a jungle patch in the area and recovery was made around 9.30 a.m today, defence source said. Following item were also among the recoveries, defence sources added. Claymore mine (5Kg) 01 Anti Personnel mines 02 T-56 weapons 02 T-56 Magazines 06 T-56 Ammunition 100 LTTE packs 04 Pouches 02 Electric detonators 04 LTTE uniforms 04 Wanni liberation operation continues; 16 terrorists killed, According to the finalized military report received from the battlefront said that 16 LTTE terrorists were killed and 16 others sustained injuries in yesterday's (23 September) clashes erupted in Kilinochchi, Vavuniya, Welioya and Jaffna battlefronts. Six more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded. In Kilinochchi front, troops of Task Force 1 had confronted with LTTE terrorists in Pudarimadu and Tenniyankulam areas killing 2 terrorists and injuries 4 others. 2 soldiers also sustained injuries in these confrontations. Meanwhile, troops of 57 Division have found 2 slain bodies of LTTE cadres killed in recent battle ensued in general area Akkarayankulam. In Vavuniya front, troops of 56 Division attacked at LTTE bunker defences in general area Navatkulam killing 2 LTTE terrorists. Meanwhile, troops of Task Force 2 had series of confrontations in Palaimoddai and Vannivilankulam areas. 9 LTTE terrorists were killed while 5 others suffered injuries in these confrontations, the report said. In a search operation followed by a confrontation between LTTE terrorists and security forces, few warlike items, a claymore mine, a T-56 weapon and a pack with dry ration, left behind by the fleeing terrorists were found. In Welioya front, 5 LTTE terrorists were killed 7 more sustained injuries due to the confrontations ensued between troops of 59 Division and LTTE terrorists in general area Andankulam. 6 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded. 3 soldiers received injuries in these clashes. Meanwhile, troops engaged in mine clearing operations have unearthed 121 anti-personnel mines and 8 IEDs from general Andankulam, the report added. In Jaffna front, two more army soldiers sustained injuries in two separate confrontations took place in general area Muhamalai during day hours yesterday. Army Hands over 13 LTTE bodies to ICRC - on 23rd September 2008 Sri Lanka Army officials handed over 13 bodies of slain LTTE cadres to the ICRC officials at the Omanthai entry/exit point yesterday (Sept 23). The bodies included 4 female and 9 male corpses. According to the military sources, troops had found these bodies following recent clashes in the Mallavi and Akkarayankulam areas in the Kilinochchi battlefront. Situation Reports on 25th September 2008 Situation Reports on 25th September 2008 Air Force Fighter jets pound terror positions - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded LTTE reinforcements detected in the Akkarayankulam area this afternoon (Sept 25). Air Force spokesperson , Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara speaking defence.lk said that the air strike was taken at 2.20 PM targeting an LTTE gathering 1 Km North of Akkarayankulam Tank bund Fighting continues: troops getting closer to A-9 road from West Battlefield reports received yesterday (Sept 24) indicate that troops operating in the Kilinochchi and North of Vavuniya fronts were further pushing their defence towards Jaffna-Kandy (A-9) road from west of Wanni. According to the defence sources in the front troops of 57 division were getting closer to Kokavil and troops of Task Force 2 are heading towards Mankulam. Troops of Army 57 division attacked 2 terror bunkers situated in the west of Akkarayankulam last afternoon and confirmed both bunkers were destroyed. However, terror casualties in these incidents were not known. Meanwhile, troops of Army Task Force 1, operating in the western half of the Kilinochchi front confronted with a group of terrorists in the Nachchikudha area last evening. 3 soldiers suffered injuries during this incident. Terror casualties were not known. On the same day afternoon, snipers deployed in the Nachchikudha forward area confirmed shooting down of one LTTE cadre. In the Vannerikkulam area, troops confronted with a group of terrorists around 8 AM and claimed 4 terrorists were killed and at least 6 others were wounded. Later in the same day afternoon, troops attacked and captured an LTTE bunker located elsewhere. Intercepted terror radio transmission revealed 3 terrorists killed in the incident. Troops found a T-56 riffle along with 300 ammo and a radio communication set. Meanwhile, snipers deployed in the Vannerikkulam forward area confirmed shooting down of one LTTE cadre during morning hours. Troops of Task Force 2 operating in the Vavuniya front had three separate confrontations with the terrorists in the Palamoddai area during the day and claimed 6 terrorists were killed. Also, troops found one T-56 weapon with 65 rounds, 3 RPG bombs, 3 hand grenades, and one pouch following one of the confrontations. Meanwhile, troops of 56 division maintaining the active defence in the either side of the A-9 road in Omanthai attacked a terror bunker located in the Navatkulam area around 11 AM. Troops confirmed one terrorist was killed and the bunker was partially destroyed. Troops of 59 division operating in the Mullaittivu front had daylong fighting in Andankulama forests reserve and claimed 5 terrorists were killed, 8 others wounded and 17 more were either killed or wounded. Also, 4 soldiers suffered injuries during these incidents. Meanwhile on the Jaffna theatre of operation, troops maintaining active defence in the Muhamalai area attacked a groups of terrorists detected in the forward area around 10 last night. Troops found a body of an LTTE cadre during subsequent search. Later, intercepted terror radio transmissions revealed 2 terrorists were killed in the incident. One soldier was killed and another suffered injuries due to IED and AP mine explosions occurred elsewhere. 7 LTTE terrorists killed, 7 wounded at the Kilinochchi battlefront 7 LTTE terrorists were killed and similar numbers reported wounded, Wednesday (Sep 24), at the Western Wanni battlefront in the Kilinochchi district. According to military reports received, 5 terrorists were killed and 7 injured when troops forced into an LTTE bunker defence in general area Vannerikkulama, at around 8a.m. Meanwhile, terrorist was killed sniped in the same area at 9.20a.m, military said citing ground troops. Similarly, a terrorist was reported killed sniped in general area Nachchikudha, at 12.30p.m, according to military reports. LTTE RADAR point neutralized in air assault - Poonaryn SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships launched a nighttime air assault at an LTTE RADAR point located in the coast of Nagavanthurai, Poonaryn yesterday(Sep 24), at 10 p.m. Situation Reports on 26th September 2008 Situation Reports on 26th September 2008 Air force pounds terror positions - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force MI 24 Helicopter gunships carried out several close air support mission for Army 57 division troops operating on the eastern half of the Kilinochchi battlefront this evening (Sept 26). Loads of bombs and weapons found - Negombo Police have found over 100 kg of C-4 high explosives, one T-56 riffle, one suicide jacket, claymore mines, night visions, remote control devices and limpet bombs from an unoccupied land in Kudapaduwa, Negombo this evening. Security forces on the doorstep of Kokkavil - Mullaittivu front Security forces personnel engaged in Wanni liberating operation in Mullaittivu front are on the eve of another significant victory against LTTE terrorists as the troops of 57 Division advancing into the Kokkavil general area this afternoon, 26 September. 3 air raids targeting LTTE strong points Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets raided identified three separate LTTE locations in Kilinochchi, Mullaittivu and Vavuniya districts throughout the day, 26 September. Situation Reports on 27th September 2008 Situation Reports on 27th September 2008 6 LTTE terrorists killed, LTTE body recovered in Wanni fighting Security forces continued advances in the combined Mullaittivu-Kilinochchi battlefront Saturday (Sep 27), reportedly killing 6 terrorists and recovering a terrorist body, according to military reports received Air Strikes at female 'black tiger' training facility- Kilinochchi Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jets have launched a precision air strike at the LTTE's main, female 'black tiger' training facility located at Rathnapuram, in Kilinochchi, Saturday (Sep 27), at around 12.15p.m. 62 terrorists killed in Wanni clashes At least 62 LTTE terrorists were killed, another 54 reported wounded during fighting continued between troops and LTTE along the Wanni and Northern battlefront, according to finalized military reports received on Saturday (27). 3 soldiers also laid their lives while 34 others sustained injuries in Friday's(26) fighting, some of the heaviest reported since Army Chief Lt.General Sarath Fonseka wowed to eliminate the terrorists from its last bastion townships in Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu Troops chase off LTTE infiltrators - Yala A soldier succumbed injuries during a gunfire exchange between troops and LTTE at Block-3 , Yala today (Sep 27) at around 3.45p.m. Troops foray terror defences; 4 terrorists killed - Kilinochchi Troops of Army Task Force 1 operating on the western half of the Kilinochchi battlefront, attacked terror defences in the Manniyakulam area, 12 km northeast of Nachchikudha at 12.30, last afternoon (Sept 26) , battlefield reports said. Situation Report on 30 September 2008 Situation Report on 30September 2008 Troops Locate Terrorists' Clandestine Airstrip; A Major Breakthrough 57 Division troops, now dominating north of Vannivilankulam located an LTTE airstrip this afternoon (30) from the general area of Panikkankulam, about 7 km north-west of Mankulam and about 500 m to the west of A-9 road when the troops brought the area under their control. Situation Report on 01 October 2008 Situation Report on 01 October 2008 22 GPS found in Wanni bound lorry - Vavuniya Twenty-two Global Positioning Systems (GPS), which had been concealed amidst food stocks that were to make for un-cleared areas, were found while making further clearance on a convoy of Wanni bound lorries at the Vehicle park at Thandikulam in Vavuniya this afternoon, 01 October. 25 LTTE terrorists killed in today's clashes - Kokkavil, Akkarayankulam At least 25 LTTE terrorists were killed in Mullaittivu front today, 01 October, in confrontations ensued while troops of 57 Division marching further towards LTTE heartland, Kilinochchi, a latest military report received from the battlefront said. Three simultaneous air raids targeting LTTE logistic bases - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force supersonic fighter jets carried out three air raids simultaneously targeting LTTE administration and logistic bases located in the Kilinochchi area this afternoon, 01 October. Twin air raids at LTTE terrorist locations- Kilinochchi Fighter jest launched simultaneous aerial raids at two key LTTE facilities with precision, located North of Thiruvaiaru in Kilinochchi, on Wednesday (Oct 1), at 10.25a.m. Discreet` crackdown on LTTE to prevent TN emerging as hub As the Sri Lankan army continue its offensive deep into LTTE strongholds in the island nation's north, Tamil Nadu police have effectively... Jets raid LTTE gathering point - Kilinochchi SLAF fighter jets launched air raids at an LTTE gathering point located 3km North East of Piramanthalkulama, Kilinochchi, Wednesday (Oct 1) at around 5.30a.m. Bulk of military items recovered in Jaffna Following military equipment were recovered by the troops in a search operation conducted in Thanankilappu area around 2.35pm yesterday (30). Explosives, batteries found in Wanni bound lorries - Vavuniya Security forces while making clearance on a convoy of Wanni bound lorries at the Omanthai Entry/ Exit point in Vavuniya, have found C-4 explosives and batteries in two lorries yesterday(Sep 30), evening. LTTE's clandestine airstrip located by troops - Mullaittivu Troops of the 57 Division operating North of Vannivilankulama have located a 500m long airstrip, believed used by LTTE for emergency landing, Tuesday (Sep 30) afternoon. Situation Report on 02 October 2008 Situation Report on 02 October 2008 Army 3.5 km behind Kilinochchi outskirts - Military Spokesperson on 02nd September 2008 Military spokesperson Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara today (Oct 2) told media that forward elements of 57 division troops are now consolidating their defences in the area, 3.5 km south of Kilinochchi outskirts. Speaking at the weekly media briefing at the Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) he said that some elements of the 57 division have already crossed the Nachchikudha - Therumurukandi road at some locations in the Akkarayankulam area. Troops have been able to cut-off the road that connects northwestern coast and the Jaffna-Kandy (A-9) road at these locations, he further elaborated. Kilinochchi built-up area is considered to be one of the longest townships in the island that runs for about 6.5 km down the A-9 road. Also, the area stretched for about 7 km across the A-9 road from the East to West. According to the latest battlefield reports the infantrymen of 4th Sinha Regiment are operating in an area just 3.5 km south of the southern border of the Kilinochchi built-up area at present. Speaking further on the battlefield progress, Brigadier Nanayakkara said that another element of 57 division troops have captured the railway station that lies few kilometres west of the Kokavil town. He denied recent media reports claiming the Kokavil town was liberated by the Army and said that troops are yet to accomplish this task. Commenting on the western half of the Kilinochchi battlefront, the military spokesperson revealed that troops of Army Task Force 1 are now operating in the Vannrikulam , Kariyalamodai and Manniyakkulam areas at present. According to him troops have bypassed the Nachchikudha area and are now tactically surrounding the strategically vital sea tiger stronghold from the west. On the Mullaittivu battlefront, where troops of Army 59 division is operating , the military spokesperson revealed that troops have dominated about 80% of the Thannipurippu tank bund . Also , he said that troops moving parallel the coast have reached the southern and western regions of the Nayaru lagoon. Speaking about the recent successes of troops , Brigadier Nanayakkara said that troops of 59 division have captures 8 satellite bases of the LTTE's 14 (One-Four) base compound. During last 2-3 weeks troops have captured two LTTE bases named Nizam and Castro and one sea tiger base named Pasari , he said . Adding further he said that troops of 573 brigade moving towards Mankulam from A-9 road has captured a 500m long air stripe located 7 km west of Mankulam town. Speaking about the attrition caused to the LTTE strength , Brigadier Nanyakkara told that 66 bodies of LTTE cadres have been found during the month of September. The total number of LTTE bodies found since January is 476 he added. Kilinochchi district LTTE military headquarter bombed - on 02nd September 2008 at 12.40 p.m. Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed the LTTE's military headquarter complex in Kilinochchi this afternoon (Oct 2), Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara said. Fighter jets launched from Katunayake carried out the air strike at 12.40 PM targeting the LTTE headquarter located 2 km northeast of Kilinochchi town, he added. Meanwhile, defence intelligence sources revealed that the target was engaged on real time ground intelligence on a meeting of senior LTTE cadres at the location. The LTTE has maintained the targeted camp complex as its main military coordinating centre, the sources added. Elaborating further on the air strike, the sources said that the targeted camp is situated at Paravipanjan in Kilinochchi. According to the Air Fore spokesman the target was accurately engaged. However, the exact damage caused to the terrorist has not been verified yet, he said. Defence observers say that the recent string of air strikes on LTTE nerve centers located in the heart of Kilinochchi would soon create a huge problem for LTTE in maintaining the outfit under a centralized command and control mechanism. Over 60 terrorist killed in yesterday's clashes in Wanni - 02nd September 2008 Finalized battlefield reports on yesterday's (Oct 1) clashes in the Wanni battlefront indicated 61 fatalities, and 25 casualties to the terrorists. Three soldiers laid down their lives on the frontline and 14 others suffered injuries, according to the reports. In the Jaffna theatre, troops operating active defence at the Nagarkovil forward defence attacked two LTTE bunkers during morning hours. Troops confirmed 3 LTTE cadres were killed and a soldier injured in one incident and claimed 3 terrorists were either killed or wounded in the other. In a separate incident, troops attacked an LTTE movement in the Nagarkovil forward area around 9 AM and confirmed 2 terrorists were killed 3 others wounded in the incident. During the subsequent search, troops found one T-56 riffle, one GPS device, one binocular, five hand grenades, one IED along with other military gear. Meanwhile, snipers deployed in the forward defence reported shooting down of two LTTE cadres. In a confrontation occurred in the Eluthumadduwal area around 6 PM, a soldier was killed. In the Wanni theatre of operations, troops continued their counter terrorist offensives in the Kilinochchi, Vavuniya and Mullaittiuvu battlefronts causing heavy damages to the terrorists. Troops of 57 division operating in the Akkarayankulam and Kokavil areas, claimed 26 terrorists were killed in day's offensives. Meanwhile, troops of Task Force 1 operating in the western half of the Kilinochchi battlefront had series of clashes with the terrorists in the Vannerikulam and Manniyakulam area during the day and claimed 11 terrorists were killed and 5 others wounded. In addition, a soldier was killed and 6 others suffered injuries during these confrontations. On the Mullaittiuvu front, troops of 59 division conducted daylong offensives in the Andankulma forest reserve and claimed 4 terrorists were killed, 3 others wounded and 11 more were either killed or wounded. A soldier suffered injuries in one of the incident. Meanwhile, troops of Task Force 2 operating on the Vavuniya front, in the West of A-9 road had several confrontations in the east of Navvi, Palamoddai Podunkanpila and Pandiyankulam areas during the day. Troops attacked an LTTE strong point detected in the east of Navvi around 11 A:M. A soldier was killed and 3 others wounded in the incident. During the subsequent search, troops found a body of an LTTE female cadre along with a T-56 riffle. Intercepted LTTE radio transmissions later revealed that 6 terrorists were killed and 8 wounded in this incident. In a separate incident, troops attacked and captured 6 overhead bunkers linked to each other by a battle trench in the Palamoddai area around 1 PM. Troops found one T-56 riffle during subsequent search. Intercepted enemy radio transmissions revealed one terrorist was killed and three others wounded in the incident. In three separate clashes occurred in the Podunkanpila and Pandyankulam areas, troops claimed 9 terrorists were killed. Troops also found 3 hand grenades, 178 live ammo used for small arms, and one radio set. Counter terror offensives are being continued. Situation Reports on 03rd October 2008 Situation Reports on 03rd October 2008 'Hunt-on' for LTTE leaders; Pottu Amman's Kilinochchi Headquarter raided Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out air sorties targeting a secret passage of the LTTE's intelligence wing leader Pottu Amman located in the Kilinochchi area this afternoon, 3 October. SLAF pounds Nadeshan's office complex - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out two successive air strikes, one of them engaged at the main office complex of the high profile LTTE leader, Nadeshan, located in the Kilinochchi town perimeter, this morning, 3 October. Three LTTE terrorists killed, bodies found- Trincomalee 3 LTTE terrorists were reported killed and bodies recovered by troops, Friday (Oct 3) in general area Kaddukulama, Northeast of Morawewa, Trincomalee at around 7a.m. Kilinochchi march continue; 4 LTTE bodies found Troops of Army 57 division, marching towards Kilinochchi - LTTE heartland have moved further northwards across east of Akkarayankulam area during yesterday's (Oct 2) operations. Situation Reports on 03rd October 2008 Situation Reports on 04th October 2008 MI-24 helicopters destroyed LTTE bunker line SL Air force MI-24 Helicopters carried out a precise air sortie on an LTTE bunker line situated 3.5 km North East of the dam of Akkarayankulam tank around 09.15 am today (04). The Air force stated that the air raid was carried as a support for the ground troops engaging in the operations in that particular area. Intense fighting in perimeters of Kilinochchi; 11 terrorists killed, 21 injured 11 terrorists were killed, 21 reported wounded as intense fighting sparked out between troops and LTTE at Akkarayankulama, in the outskirts of Kilinochchi, since this morning (Oct 4). Situation Report on 06 October 2008 Situation Report on 06 October 2008 Over 25 civilians including Maj Gen Janaka Perera killed in LTTE suicide bomb attack- Anuradhapura on 06th October 2008 An LTTE suicide bomber blew up himself targeting a function organized by the United National Party (UNP) in Anuradhapura this morning (Oct 6). According to the defence sources, over 25 civilians including, Opposition Leader of the North Central Province (NCP), Major General (Retired) Janaka Perera and his wife were killed in the bomb attack that was taken place around 8.45 AM. Also, over 90 civilians were injured, out of which 15 are in serious conditions, said the sources. Among the diseased, UNP district manager for Anuradhapura, Mr. John Pulle , his wife and several other prominent opposition party activists were also there , the sources added. The bomb attack was taken place at a ceremony organized to open the newly built UNP office situated near old bus stand in the Anuradhapura town. Wanni offensive continues, 18 terrorists killed, 25 wounded - on 06th October 2008 According to the finalized military report received from the battlefront said that 18 terrorists were killed 11 others suffered injuries in yesterday's (5 October) clashes reported in Kilinochchi, Mullaittivu, Vavuniya and Jaffna fronts. 14 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded. Troops of 57 Division operating in the eastern half of the Kilinochchi front had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists in Vedamakilam and south of Iranmadu areas killing 2 LTTE terrorists. Meanwhile, troops of Task Force 1 operating the western half of the Kilinochchi front killed 4 more LTTE terrorists in confrontations took place in general area Vannerikulam. 4 soldiers also sustained injuries in these attacks. Troops of 59 Division operating in Mullaittivu front had several confrontations in general area Andankulam killing 7 terrorists and injuring 9 others. Six more terrorists reported either killed or wounded in these clashes. 60 anti-personnel mines and 3 IEDs were unearthed by the troops engaged in mine clearing operations in general area Andankulam. In Vavuniya front, 4 LTTE terrorists were killed while another 2 suffered injuries in confrontations reported in general area Palaimoddai, Chamalankulam, Vannivilankulam, and Putuvilankulam. 4 more terrorists reported either killed or wounded. One soldier also sustained injuries in this attack. Troops have found a T-56 weapon, 2 magazines with ammunition and LTTE pouch in a search operation conducted following a confrontation in general area Putuvilankulam. In Jaffna front, an LTTE terrorist was killed while another 4 reportedly killed or wounded in confrontations occurred in Kilay and Nagarkovil areas. Air strikes at LTTE artillery launching pads- Kilinochchi on 06th October 2008 Air force fighter jets launched effective air raids at two LTTE artillery launching pads located 14km North of Nachchikudda, in Kilinochchi, Monday (Oct 6) at 11.15 a.m. According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, the air sorties completed successfully. Troops make further progress in Wanni amid heavy resistance - on 06th October 2008 Defence sources in the frontlines reveal that troops during yesterday's operations (Oct 5) kept the momentum of their advance in the south of Kilinochchi and the west of Mankulam areas despite heavy resistance from LTTE. According to the sources, troops of 57 division operating in the east of Akkarayankulam area confronted with a group of terrorist around 8.30 AM . A soldier was killed in this incident while the exact damage caused to the enemy was not known. In a similar incident occurred in the same area, around 1 PM a soldier was killed and two others suffered injuries. Troops claimed heavy damages to the enemy. Later, in the evening troops attacked two terror bunkers located in the west of Akkarayankulam area in separate incidents. Troops claimed 4 terrorists were killed and 4 more terrorists sustained injuries in one and confirmed 3 terrorists were killed in the other incident. During a separate search in the east of Akkarayankulam, troops found a decomposed body of an LTTE cadre along with a T-56 riffle at 2.45 PM. Meanwhile, 57 division troops operating in the eastern flank of the Kilinochchi front attack an LTTE bunker located in the Vannivilankulam area at 10.20 AM. 3 soldiers suffered injuries in this confrontation. During subsequent search, troops found 3 T-56 riffles. Troops claimed heavy damages to the terrorists. Also, a soldier suffered injuries due to a booby trap explosion occurred elsewhere, around 3.50 PM. Intercepted LTTE radio transmissions revealed that 7 terrorists were killed and 9 others were injured due to artillery fire directed at the north of Akkarayankulam and west of Iranamadu areas during the day. Two civilians killed and one injured in LTTE claymore attack - Padaviya on 06th October 2008 LTTE terrorists carried out a cowardly claymore attack targeting a civilian vehicle in Mahametiyawa , on the Padaviya- Kebethigollawa road, last night (Oct 5). According to the defence sources, the terrorists exploded two remotely operated claymore mines targeting a mini-truck transporting fishery products around 9.30 PM. Two civilians were killed and another suffered injuries in the explosion. Situation Report on 07 October 2008 Situation Report on 07 October 2008 War brought misery to Easterners - TMVP Leader TMVP Leader V. Muralitharan popularly known as Karuna Amman in his maiden speech in Parliament yesterday(Oct 7) said he warmly welcomes the responsibility entrusted upon him by President Mahinda Rajapaksa on behalf of the Tamil people. MI-24 launches air assault at LTTE resistance positions- Kilinochchi MI-24 helicopter gunships launched simultaneous attacks at identified LTTE resistance points located 6km Northeast of Akkarayankulma, Tuesday (Oct 7) at around 1.35 p.m. Troops handover five LTTE bodies to ICRC - Vavuniya Five bodies including a slain female terrorist was handed over to the ICRC officials at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point today (Oct 7) at around 11.30a.m. 29 terrorists killed, 23 injured in yesterday's confrontations at Wanni LTTE terrorists dug deep in Kilinochchi as Armed forces windup for an all-out assault at the remaining LTTE resistance points in the besieged District. In-retrospect of late Maj. General K.J.C Perera Major General Janaka Perera joined Sri Lanka Army as cadet officer in 1966 and retired after 35 years of service in 2001. After retirement he was appointed as the Sri Lankan Ambassador in Australia. In 2008, he contested for the NCP as the Chief Ministerial candidate of the UNP. Air assault at LTTE mortar launching pad - Kilinochchi SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships launched air assaults at an identified LTTE mortar launching pad located 500m Northeast of the Vannerikkulama Tank bund, Kilinochchi Tuesday (Oct 7) at around 7.30 a.m. Death toll rises to 27 in Anuradhapura LTTE attack Death toll of the LTTE suicide attack was raised to 27 as one of the victims suffered critical injuries succumbed to his injuries while being treated in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in Anuradhapura teaching hospital yesterday, 06 October. Situation Reports on 08th Oct 2008 Situation Reports on 08th Oct 2008 SLAF MI-24 Helicopters raid LTTE gathering places - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopters raided 3 separate LTTE gathering places located in Mullaittivu front this evening, 8 October. Wanni operation continues; 28 terrorists killed, 14 wounded Finalized military report received from the battlefront said that 28 LTTE terrorists were killed in yesterday's (7 October) clashes reported in Vavuniya, western half of Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu fronts. 19 LTTE terrorists killed in fighting at Akkarayankulama- Kilinochchi At least 19 LTTE terrorists were killed and 9 others reported wounded during battles ensued between troops and LTTE in general area Akkarayankulama, in the Southwestern perimeters of Kilinochchi on Tuesday (Oct 7), according to Wanni military sources. Army uncovers suicide jacket and claymore mines - Trincomalee Troops acting on information found a complete explosive jacket worn by LTTE suicide cadres, 2 claymore mines and 3 AP (anti personal) mines from a jungle area in Nilappanikkanmalai, Kuchchiweli in Trincomalee district, this morning (Oct 8). LTTE infiltrating attempt averted - Jaffna Security forces have averted an LTTE infiltration attempt killing an LTTE terrorist breached the security forces defence line in general area Thanankillappu, Jaffna in early hours this morning, 8 October. Situation Reports on 09th Oct 2008 Situation Reports on 09th Oct 2008 Minister Maithripala Sirisena escapes LTTE assassination attempt - BoralasgamuwaMinister of Agricultural Development & Agrarian Services Development and General Secretary of Sri Lanka Freedom Party, Maithripala Sirisena had a narrow escape from an LTTE assassination attempt this afternoon (Oct 9).MI-24 helicopter gunships raid 2 LTTE strongpoints - Welioya Air Force MI-24 helicopter gunships launched twin air assaults at identified LTTE strongpoints located at the Thannimurrippukulama Tank bund, North of Welioya, today (Oct 09) at 4p.m. LTTE counter offensive in Mullaittivu crushed; 49 terrorists killed in clashes yesterday The focus of the Wanni liberation operation turned to Mullaittivu front yesterday (Oct 8) as troops of 59 division crushed an LTTE counter offensive in the Andankulama area.Five LTTE terrorists killed, five injured in Jaffna Five LTTE terrorists were killed and similar numbers reported wounded during two separate confrontations erupted between troops and LTTE at Muhamalai, Jaffna, today (Oct 9).Twin air strikes at LTTE camps- Mullaittivu SLAF fighter jets launched air strikes at two LTTE camps located in Puthukuddiyirippu, Mullaittivu, Thursday (Oct 9) at around 7.45a.m. Situation Report on 10 October 2008 Situation Report on 10 October 2008 Police seek public support to identify female suicide bomber - On 09th Oct 2008 Police has released the photograph of the female suicide bomber who had exploded herself targeting the vehicle convoy of Minister Maithripala Sirisena in Boralasgamua on Thursday (Oct 9). Police suspect that the suicide bomber has lingered in the Colombo and its suburbs during past few days. Public can provide any information they know about the suspect on following telephone numbers: 119 2662311 2662323 2854931 Two civilians died and 5 others suffered injuries in the suicide bomb blast that took place on Tuesday afternoon. Fighter jets pound LTTE reinforcements - Nachchikudha On 09th Oct 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded LTTE reinforcement cadres detected 12Km northeast of Nachchikudha at 2.15, this evening (Oct 10). Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara speaking to defence.lk said the target was acquired in support of Army Task Force 1 operating in the western half of the Kilinochchi warfront. He added that the target was accurately hit. Triple Air raids target LTTE dens in Kilinochchi On 09th Oct 2008 Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets launched 4 air strikes targeting 3 vital encampments of LTTE terrorists this morning (Oct 10), air force sources said. Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara speaking to defence.lk said that the first of the 3 air raids was taken at 6.30 AM targeting an LTTE communication centre located 3Km , northeast of Paranthan. In addition, two air raids were taken at 7 AM targeting an LTTE leaders' hideout located 2km northeast of Kilinochchi town, he said. At the same time, the third air strike was taken targeting a den of LTTE suicide bombers, also known as Black Tigers located 1.5 Km west of Paranthan, he added. Speaking further, Wing Commander Nanayakkara said that all three targets were effectively engaged. Wanni operation continued; 29 terrorists killed - On 09th Oct 2008 Reports on yesterday's (Oct 9) battlefield reports indicate 29 deaths and 10 casualties to the LTTE cadres during offensives conducted in the Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Vavuniya and Mullaittivu fronts. Also, 2 soldiers laid down their lives and 10 suffered wounds during these incidents. On the Kilinochchi front, troops of 57 division operating in the Akkarayankulam area attacked 3 LTTE bunkers in separate incident during the daytime and claimed 14 terrorists were killed. Also, troops attacked a group of terrorists observed elsewhere around 6.30AM and claimed 2 terrorists were killed. Snipers deployed in the forward areas confirmed shooting down of 2 LTTE cadres during evening hours. Meanwhile troops of 57 divisions operating in the west of Mankualam area attacked a group of terrorist detected at Pannikkulama around 10.45 AM and claimed 4 terrorists were killed in the incident. Task Force 1 troops heading Pooneryn , on the western half of the Kilinochchi front had several confrontations in the Vannerikulam area during the daytime. Troops claimed 3 LTTE cadres killed in these incidents. Three soldiers suffered injuries due to LTTE mortar fire. Meanwhile , Task Force 2 troops operating in the Vavuniya front attacked a group of terrorist detected in the Nallikulama area around 1.30 PM. Troops claimed one terrorist was either killed or wounded. A soldier suffered injuries due to AP mine explosion occurred in the Mundimurippu area around 8 AM. Troops of 56 division maintaining active defence in the either sides of the A-9 road in Omanthai attacked a terror bunker detected in the Vedamalikam area at 2.25 PM and claimed one terrorists was killed. Daylong clashes continued in the Andankulam forest as Army 59 division troops continued their advance toward Mullaitivu yesterday. During these clashes 2 terrorists were killed, 6 others were wounded and 7 more were reported as either killed or wounded. Also, 2 soldiers were killed and 6 others suffered injuries. Troops also recovered one terror body during a search operation. Troops engaged in mine sweeping operation found 99 AP mines and 3 IEDs. Meanwhile in the Jaffna theatre, troops maintaining active defence in the Ponnar , Vempotukerni and Ngarkovil areas had several confrontations during the day and claimed one terrorists was killed and 4 others wounded. Three bodies of Army soldiers who had recently gone on mission during recent clashes were received by Army officials at Omanthai last afternoon. The bodies were taken to the liberated areas by the ICRC. Wanni liberation operation continued. Situation Reports on 11th Oct 2008 Situation Reports on 11th Oct 2008 18 LTTE terrorists killed in ambush - Kilinochchi Troops of the 58 Division operating at the Western Kilinochchi front ambushed an LTTE terrorist movement in general area Manniyankulama, Saturday (Oct 11) morning at around 9.30a.m., killing 18 terrorists, according to Wanni security sources. Troops mount severe assaults at LTTE: 16 terrorists killed, 13 wounded - Kilinochchi Security forces made multiple assaults at LTTE positions in general area Manniyankulama, Kilinochchi, since the morning hours on Saturday (Oct 11), reportedly killing 16 terrorists and inuring 13 others, military said. Heavy damages to LTTE in MI-24 air assaults- Kilinochchi Sri Lankan Air Force, MI-24 air and ground combat helicopter gunships launched simultaneous attacks at an LTTE bunker construction site, Saturdayn(Oct11), Northeast of the Akkarayankulma Tank bund, Kilinochchi, reportedly causing heavy damages to LTTE at around 1.30 p.m. 5 LTTE terrorists killed in Wanni fighting Fighting was reported between troops and LTTE in general area Akkarayankulma, since this morning (Oct 11), as security forces claimed killing 5 terrorists in separate confrontations including 2 in an ambush Northwest of Mankulama. Situation Reports on 12th October 2008 Situation Reports on 12th October 2008 3 terrorists killed, 9 wounded in Mullaittivu front Troops operating in Mullaittivu front had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists in general area Andankulam yesterday, 11 October. According to the finalized military report received from the battlefront said that 3 LTTE terrorists were killed while 6 others suffered injuries during these clashes. 3 more terrorists reportedly either killed or wounded, the report said. Six soldiers also suffered injuries during these clashes, the report further said. Situation Report on 13 October 2008 Situation Report on 13 October 2008 12 LTTE terrorists killed in Wanni fighting 12 LTTE terrorists were killed and 6 others reported wounded in yesterday's (Oct 12) fighting between troops and LTTE at Wanni and North, according to finalized military reports received. In addition 2 soldiers have laid their lives and 7 wounded during the fighting. 4 LTTE bunkers destroyed, 12 terrorists killed in Vannerikkulama- Kilinochchi Troops of the 58 Division operating in general area Vannerikkulama at the western Kilinochchi battlefront confirmed destroying 4 LTTE bunkers, killing 12 terrorists and injuring 6 others yesterday(Oct 12). 11 terrorists killed, 11 injured in fierce fighting - Kilinochchi Eleven LTTE terrorists were killed while 11 more sustained injuries in fierce gun battle erupted in northeast of Akkarayanklulam in Kilinochchi front yesterday, 12 October. Sections of celluloid "Heroes" of Chennai to save war criminal Various "patriotic" sections of the South Indian film industry have questioned the wisdom of the controversial Director Bharathiraja and other activists who are planning to launch a desperate attempt of public agitation... Navy rescues family fleeing uncleared areas Sri Lanka Navy has rescued a Tamil family of six who were fleeing from the barbarous clutches of LTTE close to Veththelekerni on Saturday evening, 11th of October. Situation Report on 07 April 2008 Situation Report on 14 October 2008 11 terrorists killed, 14 wounded in clashes Eleven LTTE terrorists were killed and 4 others suffered injuries in confrontations reported in Mullaittivu, Kilinochchi, Vavuniya and Jaffna fronts yesterday, 13 October. LTTE receives heavy beating; 15 terrorists killed - Kilinochchi At least 15 terrorists were killed including a senior sea tiger identified as Kadalmaran, and similar numbers reported injured following heavy attacks carried out by troops of the 57 Division targeting LTTE resistant positions, East of Akkarayankulama, Kilinochchi on Monday (Oct 13). 3 LTTE terrorists killed in fighting - Kilinochchi Troops of the 57 Division operating in general area West of Akkarayankulama, Kilinochchi today (Oct 14) launched a surprise assault at an LTTE bunker also killing 3 terrorists, Wanni military sources report. 20 Lorries with humanitarian aid enter Wanni The government made preparations to send in another fleet of lorries with essential food items for those displaced and deprived of basic needs by LTTE in the non-liberated Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu districts on Monday (Oct 13). 12 terrorists killed in yesterday's fighting West of Akkarayankulama- Kilinochchi 12 LTTE terrorists were killed and 3 injured during offensives launched by security forces at identified LTTE bunker positions West of Akkarayankulam, Kilinochchi, yesterday (Oct 13). Situation Report on 15 October 2008 Situation Report on 15 October 2008 C-4 explosive bag found in INGO office - Vavuniya On information received from a civilian, security forces have found a bag with C-4 explosive and detonators inside an INGO office in Vavuniya last evening, 14 October. The HINDU editorial warns New Delhi of LTTE conspiracy The executive editor of the Hindu, Malini Parathasarthy said in a signed editorial of the paper that despite the campaign masterminded by a desperate LTTE in Tamil Nadu the Indian government should maintain its policy of staying out of Sri Lanka's internal affairs. 4 terrorists killed in confrontations - Kilinochchi According to the defence sources, four more LTTE terrorists were killed in confrontations reported in Kilinochchi front today, 14 October. 39 Civilians seek refuge with security forces Thirty-nine Tamil civilians including fourteen women and twelve children from un-cleared area of Mullaittivu sought refuge with security forces this morning, 14 October. Situation Report on 16th October 2008 Situation Report on 16th October 2008 LTTE mounts artillery at government food convoy A government convoy with food and essential items to displaced in the Mullaittivu district has come under an indiscriminate LTTE artillery and heavy mortar attack this afternoon while along the A-9 main Road at Puliyankulama, Mullaittivu, according to informed sources in Wanni. Troops capture another LTTE stronghold- Kilinochchi Troops of the 58 Division operating in the Western Kilinochchi battlefront, Thursday(Oct 16) seized total control over Manniyankulama area considered a LTTE strongpoint, 13.5 Northeast of Nachchikuda. Terrorists suffer heavy damages in Northern fighting Security forces mounted heavy artillery and mortar attacks at LTTE positions leaving scores killed and as many injured including two LTTE leaders, at Muhamalai, Jaffna, today (Oct 16). Twin air raids at LTTE positions in Wanni and North SLAF fighter jets made precision air strikes at two LTTE targets at Puthkuddiyirippu and Muhamalai, Thursday (Oct 16) morning. Situation Report on 17th October 2008 Situation Report on 17th October 2008 Troops encircle Nachchikudha; LTTE on the verge of losing Sea Tiger stronghold - on 17th Oct 2008 Troops of Task Force 1 this morning (Oct 17) cut-off Mannar- Poonaryn (A-32) road at 8 Km north of Nachchikudha, said the defence sources. Accordingly, troops have encircled the main Sea Tiger stronghold on the northwestern coast of the Island, and are now engaged in mop up operations towards Nachchikudha build-up, from the south Pallawarayankaddu area, the sources added. Troops of Task Force 1, launched their offensives to dominate the strategically vital northwestern coast of the Island in September 2007. Opening the Mannar front troops advanced for about 40 Km along the A-32 road, liberating Viddataltivu, Kalliyadi, Iluppaikkadavai, Mundampiddi and Vellankulam towns and entered into the Kilinochchi district. Following the opening of Kilinochchi front, troops had to clear the terrorist built earth bund that is running 28 km from Nachchikudha to Akkarayankulm. Troops tactically bypassed the Nachchikudha terror stronghold from the west of A-32 road and moved further in to the Vannerikulam and Manniyankulam LTTE hiding areas before they moved back towards the coast. Defence observers are in the view that LTTE is on the verge of losing their vital Sea Tiger stronghold in Nachchikudha. Wanni operation continues; LTTE military items found - on 17th Oct 2008 According to the military report received from the battlefront, LTTE terrorists received heavy damages in confrontations reported in Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Mullaittivu and Vavuniya fronts in yesterday, 16 October. In Jaffna theatre of battle, LTTE suffered heavy damages in a confrontation reported in Forward Defence Line in general area Kilaly, Ponnar in Jaffna. Intercepting LTTE radio communication channels it is learnt that LTTE area leaders had to reinforce terror cadres from other areas to face the massive firepower launched by the troops. Also, it is learnt that LTTE casualty evacuation had also been troubled as the LTTE cadres refused to reach evacuate their own casualties under heavy fire launched by the troops. Meanwhile, troops of 57 Division operating in Kilinochchi front had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists in east of Akkarayankulam and west of Akkarayankulam areas. In subsequent search operations, troops have found two bodies of LTTE cadres along with three T-56 weapons and one LMG weapon. Separately, in the same day troops of Task Force 1 had several confrontations in general area Vannerikulam during day hours. In subsequent search operations, troops have found 6 LTTE bodies including 3 decomposed bodies along with 2 T-56 weapons. Troops of 59 Division operating in Mullaittivu jungle advancing towards one of the terror heartlands, Mullaittivu, have unearthed 82 anti-personnel mines and 3 Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) while engaged in mine clearing operations in general area Andankulam. Troops have uncovered a Haul of Ammo & Explosives from Madhu area while conducting a clearing operation. A claymore mine weighing of 7.5Kg, 155 T-56 ammunition, two hand grenades, detonator code length of 5M, a wire roll (50M) and few LTTE military items among the recoveries. UN Food Convoy resends to Un-Cleared Areas on 17th Oct 2008 The UN and government convoy with food and essential items which came under LTTE artillery and heavy mortar attack yesterday, 16 October, have left for the un-cleared areas again this afternoon, 17 October. According to the sources, fifty lorries loaded with food and other essential items to displaced in the Mullaittivu and Kilinochchi districts crossed the Omanthe entry/exit point around 12.50 pm. The convoy, which left the Omanthai Entry/ Exit point at around 12.30 pm yesterday (16), was plying under the UN banner and had just crossed the Puliyankulama junction, when LTTE fired artillery shells fell in close proximity. Sri Lankan Welfare Consortium- Canada donates USD 6000 to 'Api Wenuwen Api fund' on 17th Oct 2008 The Sri Lankan Welfare Consortium in Canada, made a monetary donation worth USD 6000 to the 'Api Wenuwen Api' housing project during a visit paid by its representatives to the Ministry of Defence, Thursday(Oct 16). The cheque was presented to the Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa by the consortium representatives Dr. Lasantha Gunasekara and Upali Perera. The Sri Lankan Welfare Consortium - Canada is an organization of Sri Lankan expatriates with its main administration office based at Calgary in the state of Alberta. Situation Reports on 18th October 2008 Situation Reports on 18th October 2008 Air Force conducts close air support missions - Akkarayankulam Sri Lanka Air Force MI 24 helicopter gunships carried out a series of attacks at LTTE resistance points located 1.5 km north of Akkarayankulam this evening (Oct 18), Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara said. Heavy Clashes in Kilinochchi front; troops break LTTE defences - Akkrayankulam The Kilinochchi battlefront has been intensely active since this morning (Oct 18) as troops of 57 Division have cleared the LTTE built earth bund from both east and the west of Akkarayankulam tank, battlefield sources said. Situation Reports on 19th October Situation Reports on 19th October Fighting continues in the Western Kilinochchi battlefront LTTE terrorists have suffered serious damages as troops moved further into non-liberated territory continuing its mop-up operations in the Western Kilinochchi battlefront on Sunday (Oct 19). According to latest reports, troops of the Task Force -1, have captured approximately half-a-square kilometre of land area from LTTE, North of the Vannerikkulama built-up, Northwest of Nachchikuda. LTTE resistant elements were beaten-off comprehensively from the area following confrontations ensued between troops and LTTE since this morning. Meanwhile, troops conducting clearing operations in the area have come across remains of 4 terrorists believed killed during the Friday's (17) fighting. 4 T-56 assault riffles and accessories were also uncovered in the clearing operation, Wanni military sources said. 4 soldiers have also sustained injuries during the confrontations, the sources further said. The Vannerikkulama built-up is located North of the Vannerikkulama Tank bund Minor explosion in Central Bus depot - Pettah [Updated] A minor explosion was reported, at the Central Bus depot at Pettah- Colombo, at around 11.25p.m. No civilian casualties were reported Pettah Police sources said, adding that 2 buses including a public transportation bus bearing No: WP NA 3826, have sustained minor damages due to the explosion. According to latest information from the blast site, the explosion was caused due to a parcel bomb which had been placed between the two busses that were parked at the location Troops Pierce LTTE's last ditch earth bund in South of Kilinochchi Army 57 division troops yesterday (Oct 18) pierced LTTE built earth bund in Akkarayankulam, the terrorists' last major defence in the South of Kilinochchi built up. According to battlefield sources, troops dominated about 3 km stretch on the earth bund and captured 19 heavily fortified LTTE bunkers during an offensive conducted since last morning. Troops launched the offensives around 5.45 AM with two main thrusts attacking the west and the east of the Akkarayankulam tank. Army infantryman moving from the west of the tank scored a major success against the terrorists with capture of 2 km stretch on the earth bund and the 19 terror bunkers. Meanwhile, troops moving from the east of Akkarayankulam tank had to slowdown their advance at the initial stages as the terrorists launched poisonous gas attacks at them. However, troops withstood the chemical attack and beat off the terrorists, dominating about 1 km stretch on the LTTE earth bund. According to the available information, several soldiers made their ultimate sacrifice for the nation while many others suffered injuries during this battle. Many of the own casualties were due to booby traps, AP mines and mortar fire. Battlefield sources confirmed that that the terrorists suffered significant attrition in terms man and material. At present, troops are moving in to the LTTE hiding areas in the north of Akkarayankulam tank, the sources said. Meanwhile, Task Force 1 troops deployed on the left flank of the 57 division, moved further into the Nachchikudha terror stronghold. Troops had daylong clashes in the Nachchikudha , Vannerikulam and Manniyakkulam areas and claimed heavy damages to the terrorist. According to the sources , LTTE was making a desperate attempt to retain their last major foothold on the northwestern coast of the island that gave the vital life line for the terror outfit across the Palk Strait. Wanni liberation operation continues. Soldier injured in LTTE gunfire attack - Yala A soldier has received injuries and admitted the Hambantota hospital, following an LTTE small arms fire attack this morning (Oct 19) at 7.30., in general area Varahana, Yala. Situation Report on 21 October 2008 Situation Report on 21 October 2008 Rift in LTTE over battle losses as troops surge towards Kilinochchi - on 21st Oct 2008 Troops thrashed LTTE battle formations and pushed ahead, amidst heavy resistance and torrential monsoon rains, from areas North East of Nachchikuda at Vannerikkulama and from the edges at Akkarayankulama Tank in Kilinochchi. These military advances were made while LTTE ground chieftains were reported wavering over disposition of fighting elements in Wanni and North. According to military, intercepted LTTE communication has revealed constant arguments between the Wanni and Northern cadres who were accusing each other for the recent battlefield losses. Meanwhile, Child rights groups in Colombo urged more pressure from the international community to force LTTE to deliver the remaining child recruits, who according to these activists will be used as cannon fodders as fighting surge and shift towards Mullaittivu. "This is a high-time to call-on for the release of these underage fighters in LTTE ranks and what we need is the genuine participation of other HR activists in Colombo who have been influential, voicing this tragedy", a rights activist said speaking exclusively to defence.lk. Meanwhile, security forces recovered the bodies of 3 soldiers reported missing since Saturday(18), following heavy fighting at Akkarayankulama, Kilinochchi. Intense fighting was reported between troops and LTTE over the long earth bund at Vannerrikkulama and Akkarayankulama, yesterday(20), as troops made its first move after consolidating its newly gained positions in the areas on Saturday. Troops have also found 2 decomposed bodies of terrorists and 4 assault riffles during subsequent search operations conducted in general area Akkarayankulama. Intense battles are being fought in the western and eastern fronts of Kilinochchi, now operated by the Task Force -1 and 57 Division troops respectively, security sources said. The battles are expected to shift towards Jayapuram and North of Manniyankulama, east of the A-32 main road, while the central Kilinochchi battles are expected to surge as troops position head-on within striking distance of the LTTE heartland. The fall of Kilinochchi will not just be a symbolic victory as reported by some foreign news agencies defence observers stated, adding that this will be the beginning of the 'unceasing military wave' which is expected to halt after sweeping the last terrorist from the Eastern shore. Separately, troops recovered another decomposed LTTE body, a T-56 assault riffle and an I-com set during search operations conducted in general area Pallavarayankaddu, at the Western Kilinochchi battlefront. Meanwhile, at the Mullaittivu battlefront at Andankulama, troops forced into an LTTE bunker position capturing 3 bunker overheads and a mortar pit, security sources said. According to finalized military reports, security forces also have uncovered 382 anti-personnel(AP) and 6 IEDs, during search operations conducted in the same area. Also, a claymore mine and 150ft long wire were found by troops while conducting a search operation in general area Jetty camp at Welikanda Batticaloa, yesterday, Eastern military sources reported. Troops repulse LTTE infiltration attempt - Jaffna on 21st Oct 2008 Troops manning an observation outpost in general area Mandan at Nelliady, Jaffna, successfully retaliated a pre-dawn LTTE infiltration attempt today (Oct 21). A group of suspicious individuals opened fire at the military outpost when called for identification by the troops at around 12.10a.m., Jaffna security sources said. Subsequently, troops have also recovered an improvised T-56 assault riffle with night vision including a magazine and 11 live ammunition, military sources said. 5 LTTE bodies handed over to ICRC - Vavuniya on 21st Oct 2008 Five bodies of LTTE cadres killed in intense battle ensued in Akkarayankulam and Mulankavil areas recently were handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Vavuniya last afternoon, 20 October. SL Army handed over the bodies around 1.30 p.m and ICRC officials crossed the Omanthai Entry/Exit point to be handed over these bodies to the LTTE. Situation Reports on 22nd Oct 2008 Situation Reports on 22nd Oct 2008 Fighting continues as troops make more inroads in Wanni Task Force -1, troops marching North of Vannerikkulama built-up in Kilinochchi, have seized control of the Anavellutan village following heavy fighting with the remaining LTTE resistance elements, Wanni military sources said. Troops entered the village yesterday (Oct 21) noon, as military said that terrorists have burnt down and dislodged the remaining constructions, leaving the village in rubbles. Even the small medical center was not spared as terrorists have caused damages to its equipment, while military also confirmed recovering damaged wheel chairs from the perimeters of the site. Troops also came cross a mini-cinema hall, security sources said. According to military, troops are now consolidating positions at Nochchimoddai, Vannaerikkulama and Pallavarayankaddu general areas. Meanwhile, troops have reportedly sprung an ambush at an LTTE cab carrying terrorists in Northwest of Jeyapuram, on Tuesday. Meanwhile, troops of the 57 Division consolidating positions ahead of Akkarayankulam in the western Kilinochchi front, met with sporadic LTTE resistance yesterday. Troops confirmed destroying two LTTE bunker defences in general area Akkarayankulama at around 5p.m., while two T-56 assault riffles were also recovered in the same area during a separate search operation conducted. Fighting erupts at Gajabapura: Troops of the 59 Division operating in the Mullaittivu battlefront pushed further into LTTE lines of defences located in general area Gajabapura, as pitched fighting was reported with LTTE yesterday(Oct 21). Similarly, clashes were reported in general area Andankulama as troops mounted heavy artillery and mortar after detecting an LTTE movement in the area, around 10a.m. 134 anti-personnel (AP) mines and 9 IEDs were recovered by troops, during subsequent search operations conducted in the area, military sources said. Troops also claimed destroying an LTTE bunker overhead and causing damages to LTTE in a separate confrontation at Andankulama. Meanwhile, security forces have engaged heavy artillery at identified LTTE strongpoint located in Nayaru and Alampil, following early detection of terrorists in the area. The Editorial Board of Defence.lk has decided to temporary suspend the reporting of all casualty figures in relation to the ongoing counter terrorist operation in Wanni. This is in consideration of the continuing advance of the security forces there and the need for operational security, whereby such reportage may impede the successful accomplishment of the mission LTTE attack merchant ships carrying essential supplies to civilians; Navy captures suicide boat - Jaffna [Updated] LTTE terrorists have carried out a suicide attack targeting Merchant Ship Ruhuna and Nimalawa, in the north sea of Sri Lanka at 5.10, this morning (Oct 22), defence sources said. The attack is viewed as another cowardly attempt by the terrorists to deny essential supplies to the civilians living in war affected areas, the sources added. Meanwhile, Navy spokesperson, Commander DKP Dassanayake told defence.lk that 3 LTTE suicide vessels have come for the attack. Navy sailors providing security onboard the targeted vessels have engaged machine gun fire at the approaching suicide boats effectively, and destroyed two of them before ramming on the ships, he said. However, he added that one of the suicide boats have exploded in close proximity to Merchant Ship Nimalawa causing slight damages to the ship's hull . He further said that the third suicide craft has been captured by navy boats. The LTTE suicide cadre who was operating the boat believed to be killed in the Navy retaliation, he added Situation Reports on 23rd Oct 2008 Situation Reports on 23rd Oct 2008 Security forces dominate Gajabapura - Welioya Security forces personnel have gained control over the Gajabapura area in Welioya this evening, 23 October, defence sources in battlefront said. Following fierce gun battle, troops engaged in Wanni offensive operation gained total control over the Gajabapura area inflicting heavy damages to the terrorists, defence sources further said. The Gajabapura is a traditional civilian settlement in where both Tamils and Sinhalese were living in harmony. LTTE terrorists had threatened the innocent civilians living in these areas to vacate their native places and had dominated the Gajabapura for terror activities. Further consolidating operations are in progress. Counter terrorist offensives continue as LTTE lose grip over strongholds in Wanni Counter terrorist offensives continue, with military battling through stiff LTTE resistance and inter monsoonal rains at Wanni, as troops claimed seizing control-over several LTTE bunker overheads and trenches during yesterday's (Oct 22) fighting. According to Wanni security sources, the fighting raged between troops and LTTE in general area West of Akkarayankulama, Kilinochchi, since Wednesday morning, as 57 Division troops stepped advances from its initial positions, East and West of the Akkarayankulama Tank bund. Subsequently, troops have also recovered two bodies of terrorists along-with two T-56 assault riffles. The bodies found were in decomposed status military said, adding that LTTE casualties might soar following fresh fighting in the area, reported since the weekend. Meanwhile, troops engaged in a foot patrol at Kanchikulama, Vavuniya, counterattacked an LTTE small arms fire, subsequently recovering a slain LTTE body, a T-56 assault riffle, a belt order and few other military accessories at around 7.20a.m. Also, heavy fighting was reported in general area North of Akkarayankulama, as the 57 Division's forward domination formations moved further into LTTE territory, cluttering military presence in the area. The strategy has forced LTTE defences to thin over its' lines-of -control increasing military's ability to pierce existing LTTE resistance. Reportedly, troops have also gained control over few other LTTE bunker defences and trench lines during separate offensive advances made in general area Northeast of Akkarayankulama. Situation Reports on 24th Oct 2008 Situation Reports on 24th Oct 2008 Troops capture LTTE trench and recover ammunition, Anti- Personnel mines, IED's in Welioya Troops launched an attack inflicting heavy damage on a group of LTTE terrorists in Andankulam area, Welioya on Friday (24) at 11.45. A T-56 assault rifle, and a communications set was also recovered in the search operation conducted after the incident. Meanwhile, 328 Anti- Personnel mines and four Improvised Explosive Devices (IED's) were recovered when troops assaulted and captured a LTTE trench in Andankulam area, Welioya during the fighting throughout Friday. Troops also captured a LTTE terrorist trench in Thannimurippukulam area, Welioya on Friday (24) and recovered a stock of 3500 rounds of live ammunition, two (02) Hand Grenades and two (02) Improvised explosive Devices (IED's). Heavy casualties inflicted on terrorists The terrorists sustained heavy casualties in the area of Vilakkavettikulam, Vavuniya on Friday afternoon at 2.35. Heavy casualties were inflicted on Tiger terrorists in a confrontation with Troops on Friday (24) at 9.30 in Akkarayankulam area, Killinochchi. Tiger terrorists also sustained heavy casualties in the first of the two confrontations with Troops on Friday morning at 1035 in Akkarayankulam area, Killinochchi on Friday morning at 10.35 while the other confrontation was in the same area at 10.30 in the night. Troops inflict heavy casualties on LTTE in Nagarkovil It is reported that LTTE terrorists sustained heavy casualties in a confrontation with troops in Nagarkovil area, Jaffna on Friday (24) morning at 11.10. Explosive Found Troops of the STF who conducted a search operation at Madu, Kandasaminagar area today (24) around 10.50 am found a haul of explosives and military materials. 10 Kg explosive chargers with detonators 08 5 Kg Claymore mines with detonators 01 2.5 Kg Suicide kit with detonator 01 3 Kg explosive chargers with detonators 02 Claymore Stands 02 Hand Grenades 02 Situation Report on 25 October 2008 Situation Report on 25 October 2008 Offensive flanks move towards Iranamadu; Heavy fighting in Kilinochchi Heavy fighting at Akkarayankulma and Iranamadu areas were reported between troops and LTTE since yesterday (Oct 24) morning, according to Wanni military sources. Counter terrorist operations continue at Wanni and North Battlefield reports received from the western Kilinochchi front indicate heavy confrontations between troops and LTTE on Friday (Oct 24). LTTE leaders planning to flee Wanni - The Hindu reports The Union Home Ministry has asked emigration authorities in south India, including Kerala, to be on the lookout for Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) operatives fleeing the fighting in Sri Lanka. Situation Report on 26 October 2008 Situation Report on 26 October 2008 Wanni liberation operation continues; LTTE suffers heavy beating - on 26th Oct 2008 LTTE terrorists suffered heavy beating as intense fighting reported yesterday, (October 25), mainly in Kilinochchi battlefront where two main operational elements, 57 Division and Task Force 1, have been deployed, the report said. Troops of 571 Brigade carried out limited operations in general area Akkarayankulam inflicting heavy damages to the enemy. Fighting erupted when the troops advancing further towards LTTE dominated areas defeating terror bunker defences. Also, troops of 572 Brigade continued forward domination operations in east of Akkarayankulm and northeast of Akkarayankulam areas had confronted with LTTE terrorists during day hours yesterday. Meanwhile, troops of 574 Brigade, flanking the Kilinochchi front from the east continued their thrust towards the Jaffna - Kandy road (A-9), attacked at terror gathering point observed in general area Padinadampore. Troops confirmed that LTTE suffered heavy damages as troops engaged with RPG's and Machine Guns. Task Force 1 operating in the western half of the Kilinochchi front continued their march at opposite directions down the Mannar - Pooneryn (A-32) road during the course of the day. Troops of 582 Brigade, heading northwards from Manniaynkulam, launched limited operations to capture the north of Kunchikkulam area in Agampamoddai. Troops have observed that LTTE cadres are dragging the bodies of killed cadres and casualties scattered in the area following hours long fighting. Meanwhile, troops of 584 Brigade destroyed terror strong point in general area Kalmadu following a fierce gun battle lasted for hours from 8.00 a.m yesterday. Troops confirmed that LTTE suffered heavy damages. Troops of 59 Division operating in Andankulam, north of Andankulam and Thannimurippukulam areas had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists. Troops confirmed that LTTE suffered maximum damage during these clashes. Troops engaged in mine clearing operations in general area Andankulam have unearthed 91 anti-personnel mines from recently captured areas. The Editorial Board of defence.lk has decided to temporary suspend the reporting of all casualty figures in relation to the ongoing counter terrorist operation in Wanni. This is in consideration of the continuing advance of the security forces there and the need for operational security, whereby such reportage may impede the successful accomplishment of the mission. Navy Commander reviews the operational readiness of the Eastern Naval Command - on 26th Oct 2008 Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda made a visit to the Eastern Naval Command in order to review the operational readiness of the naval bases in the area on 25th and 26th of October 2008. He also visited the Naval Base Vijayaba at Nilaweli, north of Trincomalee and inspected the progress of construction projects in the area. Alleged LTTE operative lobs grenade on Mosque in Kaththankudi; 4 civilians injured - on 26th Oct 2008 4 Muslim civilians were reported wounded when an alleged LTTE operative lobbed a grenade into the Al-Husiniya Mosque, at Kaaththaankudi - Batticaloa, Saturday around 7.45p.m. The wounded were rushed to Kaththankudi hospital, according to Police sources. This week marks the 18th anniversary of the forcible eviction of the Muslims from Jaffna by the LTTE. It was a gross act of ethnic cleansing; about which most of the world that makes much noise about Human Rights violations in Sri Lanka maintains a conspicuous silence. Situation Reports on 27th Oct 2008 Situation Reports on 27th Oct 2008 Troops continue to dominate north of Akkarayankulam- Kilinochchi Troops of Army 57 division operating in the western half of the Kilinochchi battle frontage continued their forward domination operations in the recently cleared areas in the North of Akkarayankulam tank yesterday (Oct 26). Infantrymen of 571 brigade attacked and captured a terrorists bunker located in the West of Akkarayankulam area around 8.30 AM. Terror casualties in this incident were not known. Meanwhile, 572 brigade operating in the east of Akkarayankulam area confronted with a group of terrorists detected in the area around 8.30 AM. Intercepted LTTE transmissions confirmed heavy damages to the terrorists. Later , during search operations troops found one body of an LTTE cadre along with a T-56 riffle. Also, snipers deployed in the forward area confirmed acquiring 2 targets in the evening hours. Troops of 574 brigade operating to the eastern flank of Kilinochchi front attacked 2 LTTE bunkers in Kokavil area around 1 PM. Troops confirmed heavy damages to the terrorists . Same brigade troops confronted with a group of terrorists in the Panikkankulam area around 1.40 PM and claimed heavy damages to the terrorists . Wanni liberation operations are being continued. Troops stick to the mission; offensive march kept on - Kilinochchi The Army Task Force 1 , operating on the western half of the Kilinochchi battle frontage continued their offensive march towards Nachchikuda and to the North of Manniyakulam areas yesterday (Oct 26). Troops of 581 brigade attacked LTTE bunkers located in the Nachchikuda area around 10.30 AM and claimed heavy damages to the terrorists. Separately, troops attacked terror bunkers in the same area around 6.30 PM with the support of artillery fire. LTTE casualties were not known in this incident. In the general area Kalmadu, troops attacked an LTTE bunker around 6.30 A.M. Damages caused to the terrorists are not known. Meanwhile , 582 brigade troops launched an offensive since last morning in the Nochchimoddai area . Troops successfully beat off the terrorists in the North of Kunchikkulam by the evening and claimed heavy damages to the terrorists. Snipers deployed in the forward area of 583 brigade claimed acquiring two targets in Paninkanmadu in the morning hours. The mission is kept on. Troops dislodge more terror bunkers in continued counter terror offensives - Mullaittiuvu Army 59 division troops operating in the Mullaittiuvu battlefront, attacked 5 LTTE bunkers in daylong counter terrorists offensives carried out yesterday (Oct 26). In one of the incidents occurred around 3 PM troops captured one LTTE bunker and 3 military trenches located in the Andankulam area. Troops confirmed heavy damages to the terrorists in all the incidents. In a separate incident, troops confronted with a group of terrorists in the Andankulam around 9.20 AM. Intercepted LTTE transmissions confirmed fatalities to the terrorists. Meanwhile, troops engaged in mine sweeping operations in the area removed 30 AP mines and disposed 4 IEDs . Counter operation are being continued. Situation Reports on 01st Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 01st Nov 2008 Troops capture 2km terror trench line - north of Nachchikuda Troops of Task Force 1 engaged in continues offensive march in west of Kilinochchi front have captured 2Km LTTE trench line in general area Paddaruyalvillu, 6Km northeast of Madam this morning, 01 November. Navy elites crush LTTE seaborne offensive; fighter jets target fleeing terrorist boats Air Force fighter jets have pounded LTTE boats struggling to each at Champion-Paththu coast after being beaten off by the Navy this morning (1st November). Situation Report on 01 November 2008 Situation Report on 02 November 2008 SLAF pounds LTTE training and logistic base - Iranamadu Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have pounded an LTTE training and logistic base located in the Iranamadu area in Mullattivu district this morning, 2 November. LTTE defences tumble as troops advance in Wanni Troops met with less resistance from LTTE at the Wanni battlefronts yesterday(Nov 1), as security forces continued consolidating defences in the newly gained territory east and west of Kilinochchi. Jaffna Commander briefs' officers on essential services Jaffna Commander, Major General G.A.Chandrasiri conferred with the chief state officers who are in charge of essential services in the Jaffna penisula at Security Forces Headquarters... Troops thwart LTTE infiltration attempt: LTTE body recovered- Vavuniya Troops of the 611 Brigade detecting an LTTE bid to infiltrate the military defences at Sundarapuram, Vavuniya, directed a small arms fire attack forcing terrorists to flee with casualties today (Nov 2)at around 7.50 a.m. LTTE terrorists with University IDs infiltrate Jaffna to disrupt normalcy One of the suspects swallowed Cyanide while the other has escaped when the security forces personnel on foot patrol in Ariyale, Jaffna, attempting to question them around last noon, 01 November, defence sources in Jaffna said. Situation Reports on 03rd Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 03rd Nov 2008 Air Force Fighter jets destroy two Sea Tiger bases- Vettalaikerni Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets launched precision air strikes targeting two key LTTE Sea Tiger bases located on the Vettalaikerni coast, Northeastern shores in the island this evening (Nov 3). Army Task Force 3 comes into action; pounds LTTE positions in Mankulam Sri Lanka Army introduced a new offensive fighting element, Army Task Force 3 today (Nov 3) against LTTE terrorists in Wanni. With the new induction, the terrorists are now engaged in a new battlefront towards East of the Jaffna- Kandy (A-9) road. The first confrontation of the Task Force 3 reported 2.30 PM when the infantrymen confronted with a group of terrorists in the Vannivilankualm area, in the West of Mankulam junction. According to the battlefield reports troops have found 2 bodies of slain LTTE cadres along with two T-56 riffles . Counter operations are being continued Troops capture more LTTE bunkers - Mullaittivu Army 59 division troops operating in the Mullaittivu battlefront further pushed their forward boundaries towards the Kumalamunai- Thannimurippukulam road during yesterday's (Nov 2) operations. Situation Reports on 04th Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 04th Nov 2008 LTTE receives heavy battering North of Akkarayankulama- Kilinochchi LTTE terrorists were engaged into a fierce battle by troops of the 57 Division now operating in two fronts surrounding the area North of Akkarayankulama built-up, Kilinochchi today(Nov 4). According to ground troops, LTTE terrorists have put-on stiff resistance initially and later abandoned its defences after receiving heavy beating in the duel. Troops flanking the western stretch of the Akkarayankulama built-up have moved into the heavily fortified LTTE positions in a combined artillery and infantry assault, since this morning, reportedly scoring many LTTE casualties. Meanwhile, troops positioned in the southern edge of the Akkarayankulama built-up have also mounted heavy artillery barrages at identified LTTE strong-points neutralizing LTTE resistance attempts. During subsequent search operations conducted in the area, troops have recovered a general purpose machine gun (GPMG), 7 T-56 assault riffles and 2 I-com sets, military sources said. The military fighting battalions are now moving inside LTTE territory amidst desperate attempts by the outfit to hold the strategically important terrain, Wanni defence sources said. Terrorists are expected to receive a double blow at the Eastern Kilinochchi battlefront, west of the A-9 trunk road with the fall of Akkarayankulam Northern built-up and Terumurikandy. Faced with the intense multi-pronged military assaults, it is reliably learnt that LTTE has drawn in hundreds of underage fighters, sparing senior cadres to defend its Kilinochchi heartland. Fighting has also erupted between the eastern flank of the 57 Division and LTTE in general area Terumurikandy, as troops advanced within distances to the A-9 trunk road, North of Kokavil, today Wanni Operation continues; terrorists at their last legs in Wanni west The Army Task force 1 troops operating in the western half of the Kilinochchi battle frontage have reached a decisive stage in their mission, as they have successfully sealed off over 90% of the 80 km long northwestern coast of the island. Following the recent liberation of Nachchikuda, the Task Force 1 now has continuous domination over 70 Km stretch of the strategically vital Mannar- Pooneryn (A-32) road. According to the battlefield reports received so far, the Task Force 1 are now on an accelerated march towards Poonaryn; crushing remaining terrorist footholds on the northwestern coast. Heavy confrontations were reported from the Palayilkulam area throughout yesterday (Nov 3) as the terrorists were making a desperate attempt to slowdown the advancing soldiers. Troops following a confrontation occurred around 1 PM found one body of a slain LTTE cadre along with a T-56 riffle. During the morning hours, Army Commandos attacked a group of LTTE cadres in the Ponnaveli area inflicting heavy damages to the terrorists. Meanwhile, Army Special Forces soldiers ambushed a group of LTTE cadres traveling on a tractor in the Uruthirapuram area in the afternoon hours, causing heavy damages to the terrorists. Separate clashes were also reported from the Mukkamvillu area during the day. Meanwhile, intercepted LTTE radio transmissions have revealed that senior terrorist leader, Ilakoon was killed during the confrontation in the Navalladi area, on Sunday (Nov 2). The slain terrorist leader was a self styled "Lieutenant Colonel" of the LTTE and a member of the ground fighters of the Sea Tigers. Defence observers are in the view that the terrorists are fast loosing their hold in the northwestern coast of the island. Troops recover items during search operations - Vavuniya Security forces while conducting search operations in general area Nithyanagar, Vavuniya have recovered a cache of medical items and accessories yesterday (Nov 3). According to military, the items were smuggled by LTTE to be distribute among its' operatives in the area. Situation Reports on 05th Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 05th Nov 2008 Troops overrun Akkarayankulam built-up in Kilinochchi The advancing infantry battalions of the 57 Division, led by Major General Jagath Dias have overrun the Akkarankulam built-up area, Wednesday (Nov 5), after days of heightened fighting with LTTE, leaving scores of terrorists killed and as many injured. According to latest military reports, troops flanking the western edge of the built-up have entered the area initially, followed by a swift incursion by the troops from south of the battlefront. The military forward dominations are still continuing in the eastern edge of the Akkarayankulam built-up at the time of reporting as terrorists were reported mounting intermittent resistances from distance positions, further north. During subsequent search operations conducted in the area, troops have recovered two terror dead bodies,2 T-56 assault riffles and a I-com set, military sources said. The Akkarayankulam built-up area is considered to be the main LTTE concentration point located 9 kms Southwest of Kilinochchi town area. The latest triumph is expected to add momentum to the military surge towards the LTTE heartland, defence observers state. Troops are further consolidating defences in the area, Wanni military sources further said. 28 Tamil civilians including 6 children escape LTTE held areas A group of 28 Tamil civilians including 6 children who had escaped the LTTE held areas, sought protection with security forces in Jaffna last morning, 4 November 5 LTTE bodies handed over to ICRC- Vavuniya Bodies of 5 LTTE terrorists including a female body were handed over to the ICRC officials at Vavuniya, today (Nov 5) at 12.10p.m. Wanni operation continues; LTTE suffers heavy beating in Kilinochchi front Intense fighting reported in the western half of the Kilinochchi battle frontage yesterday, 4 November, causing heavy damages to the enemy as the troops of Task Force 1 advancing further towards Pooneryn dominating LTTE held areas along the A-32 Mannar - Pooneryn main road. According to the defence sources, hour-long confrontations took place in general area Palayilkulam around 12 noon yesterday. In a subsequent search operation conducted in the area 2 LTTE bodies were found along with 5 T-56 rifles. In a separate confrontation took place in general area Mukkamvillu, troops confirmed that LTTE suffered heavy damages. The Confrontation took place at 3.30 pm and body of a slain LTTE cadre was found along with a motorbike left away by the fleeing terrorists. Meanwhile, troops ambushed an LTTE movement in general area Adampimoddai during day hours yesterday. The LTTE terrorists have fled abandoning the tractor carrying terror cadres. In a subsequent search operation, troops found the abandoned tractor. Situation Reports on 06th Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 06th Nov 2008 SLAF Helicopter Gunships attack terror resistance point - North of Nachchikuda Air Force MI-24 helicopter gunships have launched air sorties targeting LTTE resistance point observed in north of Nachchikuda Forwar Defence Line (FDL) this evening, 06 November. SLAF jets raid LTTE command center - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded on LTTE leaders' command center in Paranthan, Kilinochchi this afternoon, (06 November). 3 LTTE suspects arrested with ammunition - Rathnapura Three suspects who have close contacts with LTTE terrorists were arrested in a cordon and search operation conduced on Wednesday mid-night, 05 November, in general area Kahawatta. A large quantity of detonators and dynamite sticks found - Vavuniya Police personnel on duty at the Paraiyankulam road block have found a large quantity of detonators and dynamite sticks hidden inside a three-wheeler last evening, 05 November. 27 AP mines found - Trincomalee On information received from the civilian sources, troops have uncovered warlike items including anti-personnel mines from general area Kovilkudierippu in Trincomalee last afternoon, 05 November. Situation Reports on 07th Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 07th Nov 2008 Air assault at LTTE gathering point off Pooneryn - Kilinochchi SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships launched intense air assaults at an LTTE gathering point in the Palaitivu islet at the western coast, 12 Nm Southwest off Pooneryn, today (Nov 7) at around 9.45 p.m. 2 Civil Security personnel, one Policeman killed by LTTE gunmen - Ampara 2 Civil security personnel and a Policeman who were providing security to paddy farmers at Kohilaela area, Tampitiya in the Ampara District were shot dead by LTTE gunmen today (Nov 7) at around 1.40p.m. Situation Reports on 26th September 2008 Situation Reports on 08th Nov 2008 Troops pound LTTE resistance at Wanni fronts The military advances into LTTE dominated territory on 3 fronts towards Pooneryn, Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu areas in the western, central and eastern Wanni theatres have gained momentum during the past few weeks with LTTE suffering a heavy toll of deaths and casualties. According to military, fighting continued in the borders of Kotklivilly and Nawaladi along the A-32 main road, yesterday (Nov 7). The troops of the Task Force 1, have reportedly liberated vast tracts from LTTE along the western coast and now positioned within striking distance to Pooneryn , Sempankundu and Nallur LTTE fortifications. Air Force MI-24 gunships also continued providing close in air combat support to the advancing TF-1 infantrymen and armour battalions with continuous air assaults at identified LTTE strong points and reinforcement gatherings in the areas. Troops are forcing LTTE to flee in total disarray as the military surge continue with strong determination to liberate the strategically important 90km coastal stretch adding another nail to the LTTE's coffin. Meantime, troops of the 57 Division now operating North of the recently liberated Akkarayankulam built-up have made further advances towards Kilinochchi dismantling several LTTE counter attacks yesterday, military sources said. Desperate efforts to reinforce by LTTE were brought to halt with rapid fire assaults launched by the 57 Division infantry battalions, military said. Troops ambush LTTE movement, seize tractor- Kilinochchi An offensive element of the 57 Division operating close to Kilinochchi, Saturday (Nov 8) morning have sprung an ambush at an LTTE movement reportedly capturing a tractor , military sources said. On receiving precise information troops have engaged the terrorists in general area Barathipuram, South of Kilinochchio, the sources said. Meanwhile, security forces conducting a search operation on civilian information have found a revolver from a house at Maharambakulam, Vavuniya, this afternoon Counter terrorist operations continue at Wanni and North Troops forced into LTTE forward defences backed by close-in-fire support at Muhamalai, yesterday (Nov 7) reportedly destroying a 40m long LTTE constructed earth bund, Jaffna military sources said. Troops met with terrorists counter attacks which were neutralized subsequently. Meanwhile, security forces at Omanthai arrested a terror suspect while attempting to smuggle warlike items to the cleared area at around 3.15p.m. The items were hidden in a wooden mortar, security sources said. At the eastern Kilinochchi battlefront, heavy fighting was reported between troops and LTTE yesterday as military advances continued North of Akkarayankulam. Meanwhile, Task Force 1 troops, operating in the western Kilinochchi battlefront have also engaged with LTTE in sporadic fighting at Pallai and Uruthipuram areas. According to military sources, Army snipers deployed in the area have also taken few successful terrorist targets. At the central Kilinochchi battlefront, the newly deployed Task Force 3 troops have gained strategic territory in general area Pannikkankulama. According to reports, troops have reportedly seized control over a stretch of the A-9 trunk road from Pannikkankulama to Mankulama. Meanwhile, troops of the 59 Division have engaged multi-pronged artillery and heavy mortar attacks at identified LTTE positions in general area North of Andankulama, Mullaittivu. Terrorists have suffered serious damages during the military assault, the sources further said. Troops have also overrun 3 LTTE bunker overheads in the area and subsequently recovered a fiber boat fitted with an OBM, according to Wanni military reports. Separately, security forces conducting search operations in the Andankulama area have removed 147 anti-personnel (AP) yesterday. Navy personnel acting on civilian information in Trincomalee, have recovered a cache of military equipment North of Panmedawachchiya at around 1.45p.m. Situation Report on 10 November 2008 Situation Report on 10 November 2008 LTTE bastion Kiranchi falls; LTTE suffers heavy casualties - Kilinochchi The troops of the Task Force 1, Monday(Nov 10) made another crucial breakthrough at the Western Kilinochchi battlefront, as Kiranchi, a strong LTTE bastion fell into military dominance after hours of heavy fighting. Fifteen Tamil civilians escaping LTTE areas reach Jaffna Fifteen more Tamil civilians from LTTE held areas reached to Thanankilappu in Jaffna this morning, 10 November, seeking refuge with security forces, defence sources said. LTTE supporters are enemies of India: Union Minister Elangovan Describing pro-LTTE elements as "enemies" of the country, Union Minister of State for Textiles and senior Congress leader E.V.K.S. Elangovan demanded the arrest of all those who "openly supported" the banned Sri Lankan outfit in Tamil Nadu. Task Force 1 troops crossing marshlands of Ponneryn Amide vile weather and heavy terrorist resistance, Army Task Force 1 troops have stepped into the great marshlands of Poonaryn, the final obstacle they have to clear before achieving their mission, defence sources said. Situation Report on 11 November 2008 Situation Report on 11 November 2008 Heavy fighting at Wanni fronts; Troops recover 10 LTTE bodies - on 11th November 2008 Security Forces advancing at the western and eastern Kilinochchi battlefronts made simultaneous thrusts into LTTE fortifications also assisted with artillery and mortar fire from rear, as security forces claimed inflicting serious damages to LTTE today (Nov 11). According to military sources, 9 LTTE bodies were also recovered during separate search operations conducted. Troops of the Task Force-1, now operating east and west of the A-32 Mannar-Pooneryn main road have further extended military defences, while battalions positioned at Kiranchchi, Palavi and west of Chunnavil commenced marching towards Veravil, Valaipadu and Devil's point areas, security sources said. The fall of Palavi today has cut-off escape routes and reinforcement to LTTE as the troops position for a final thrust into the strategic coastal LTTE fortifications at Devil's point and Valaipadu. Meanwhile, intense fighting was reported between forward domination battalions of the Task Force-1 and LTTE, North of Chempankundu today. According to military, identified LTTE locations were pounded with continuous artillery and mortar attacks followed by a swift military incursion. Subsequently, troops have recovered 4 slain LTTE bodies, military sources said. Similarly, troops have found another LTTE body in a separate search operation conducted North of Chempankundu. Heavy fighting escalated at the Eastern Kilinochhci battlefront: North of Akkarayankulam, North of Terumurikandy and South of Terumurikandy. Terrorists suffered heavy beating at Terumurikandy, as troops claimed recovering 4 LTTE bodies and 4 T-56 assault rifles during search operations conducted in the area. Meanwhile, 57 Division troops continued forcing into LTTE positions North of Akkarayankulama, and have reportedly uncovered another LTTE body this afternoon. Also a forward domination element of the 57 Division sprung a surprise assault at a group of terrorists, South of Terumurinkandy today, causing serious damages to LTTE. Separately, troops engaged artillery attacks at identified LTTE positions in the area, security sources further said. Troops dominate part of Kumulamunai village - Mullaittivu on 11th November 2008 Troops of 59 Division operating in the Mullaittivu jungle have dominated a part of the Kumulamunai village this afternoon, 11 November, reaching another significant milestone in the Wanni liberation offensive. Security forces dominated a part of the road running between Tannimurippu-Kulam and Kumulamunai earlier and continued their military thrust to enter the strategically important township, Kumulamunai, located 13 Km south of LTTE heartland, Mullaittivu town. Troops dominate another LTTE built-up - Kilinochchi on 11th November 2008 Troops of Task Force 1 operating in the western half of the Kilinochchi front have dominated another LTTE strong point, Palavi built-up area, reaching to a significant phase of the Wanni liberation offensive last evening, 10 November. Troops advanced towards Pooneryn from west of A-32 main road and have gained total control over the Palavi built-up area located 8Km northeast of Veravil and 6 1/2 Km west of A-32 main road, defence sources said. Dominating the Palavi built-up is strategically vital as this will cut-off the LTTE's main access route running parallel to the western coastal border from Veravil to Chempankundu. Situation Repors on 12th Nov 2008 Situation Repors on 12th Nov 2008 Captured Terrorist-turned English teacher narrates harrowing realities Task Force-I troops battling for supremacy with Tiger terrorists in Vallayarkuttirukkumoddai, about 4 km to the east of the 7th Mile Post on the A-32 Road, close to Palavi area just captured, were absolutely astounded to find that one of the Three female Tiger terrorists captured on Tuesday (11) after fierce clashes, happened to be a Government English Teacher of a reputed school. This captured Tiger terrorist-turned English teacher, Ms Nilaveli (28) was coaching students in grade 6-10 classes until she joined LTTE's "Saiver" Regiment to stop conscription of her beloved teenage brother and sister to the LTTE. Graduated from the reputed KOPAY College of Education (English Faculty), she has still been drawing her government salary and all other perks from the Department of Education in Kilinochchi as a trained English teacher. The other two captured female Tigers have been identified as Kilavedi (18) and Thuruveli (19), all four of them originally from Kilinochchi, Paranthan and Mallavi areas. Startling confessions made by the captured English teacher further admitted that more than one hundred (100) of her counterparts, some of who are also her own batch mates, still remain with the LTTE organization, either after they were conscripted or made to join it in fear of Tiger atrocities and reprisals. She has further gone on record saying that she was compelled to join the LTTE purely in order to save the lives of her beloved teenage brother and the sister from the notorious LTTE conscription, since the LTTE has strictly ordered the surrender of at least one family member to the outfit from each family. In the same manner, almost all officials, clerks, lower grade employees of the Department of Agriculture, several other government agencies as well as officials of Kilinochchi- based Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs), following LTTE diktats have been forced to serve the front lines whether they liked it or otherwise, she has disclosed. Explaining ground realities and the plight of other Tigers, trapped desperately in the battlefields, she has further told the investigators that they barely survive with one meal per day and the LTTE has not either left room for the disgusted to surrender or give up fighting and flee after pushing them, as canon-fodder to the fronts while senior Tiger men and women were taking cover behind them. She has also asserted that the Tigers would neither win this War nor would they be able to ever realize their Eelam dream. Those three LTTE females have now been detained for further investigations after providing them with their basic needs. Wanni Liberation speeds up; Terror chief to avenge Wanni civilians for his own demise Sri Lankan Armed Forces are getting closer to their ultimate mission with increasing pace and vigor despite cynicism raised over their achievements by certain defense observers and political segments. Troops with the shared vision to rid the country of terrorism , have come to a decisive phase of their effort during last few days after outwitting the terrorists in each and every maneuver that they made at the battlefield. Meanwhile, defense intelligence sources have found out that V. Prabhakarn, the psychopathic chief of the LTTE terrorists has ordered his followers to prepare for a counter offensive using civilians as a shield. Devils point becomes unattainable for the terrorist Army Task Force 1 spearheading at the West of the Kilinochchi frontage is just few miles behind Pooneryn, the final destination it has to reach to accomplish the immediate mission of the Force. The Task Force 1 was raised to dominate the Northwestern coast of the Island that stretches from Mannar to Pooneryn early this year. Thereby, the Force has to deny the terrorist use of sea lines of communication across the Palk Strait. Also, opening of a land route to Jaffna peninsula is the other important objective the Force has to achieve in its mission. On Tuesday (Nov 11) troops reached Pallavi and Kiranchi hamlets sealing off the strategically vital Devils Point completely. The 15 km long land projection to the Indian Ocean - The Devils point has been a safe heaven for the Sea Tiger activities since the beginning of the LTTE. At present troops, are engaged in mop up operations towards the coast. Troops negotiate great marshes South of Pooneryn Meanwhile, Task Force 1 troops heading for Pooneryn along the A-32 road (Mannar- Pooneryn) are now successfully negotiating the large marshlands in the South of Pooneryn. The infantrymen of 12, 9 and 6 Gamunu Watch moved further Northwards across the marsh yesterday (Nov 11) and attacked LTTE positions causing heavy damages to the terrorists . According to the battlefield reports troops have found 5 LTTE bodies along with 10 T-56 riffles after daylong clashes in Mulaikoduttavil and Pallai areas . At present , the shortest distance to the Nallur on the Pooneryn- Paranthan (B-69) road to the Task Force 1 forward boundary is just 4.5 Km. Defense observers say that once the Task Force 1 cutoff the B-69 at Nallur and push its western flank further towards Devil's Point, the remaining terrorists in the Pooneryn, Alenken , Vallaipadu and Veravi have no other option than to surrender or to meet elite Rapid Action Boats squadron (RABS) of Navy at sea. No land escape routes are available for the terrorists in these areas with the Army's advance , they add. Terrorists on the run in Kilinochchi The 57 division troops operating on the eastern frontage of the Kilinochchi battlefront, are continuing to move towards Kilinochchi built up, the administrative hub of the terrorists. According to the ground information, the terrorists have already given up their interests in Kilinochchi and fast withdrawing towards the Vaddakachchi, Puthukudiyiruppu areas and into the Iranamadhu jungle. Troops of 572 brigade have confronted with groups of terrorists in the Thirumurukandi area on Tuesday (Nov 11) and found 4 bodies of LTTE cadres along with 4 T-56 riffles and one radio communication set. Terrain Changes for the Mullaittivu front Meanwhile, Army 59 division soldiers who have been marching across the Mullaittivu jungle have entered into a different terrain after crossing over the northern boundaries of the Andankualm forest reserve. Troops of 593 brigade reached Kumulamunai-Thannipurippukulam road that marks the northern edge of the Andankualam forest reserve on Tuesday afternoon (Nov 11) and liberated a western part of the Kumulamunai town. According to the battlefield reports, Infantrymen of 15 Sri Lanka Light Infantry (15 SLLI) destroyed 6 LTTE bunkers, while their comrades of 7 Gamunu Watch (7 GW) captured 6 LTTE bunkers. Also, infantrymen of 11 Gamunu Watch (11 GW) entered into the western part of the Kumulamunai built up and captured 15 LTTE bunkers. Both radio monitoring reports and ground sources confirmed heavy damages to the terrorists. Kumulamunai is situated just 13 Km south of LTTE's last bastion in Mullaittiuvu and 4.5 Km west of Alampil Sea Tiger stronghold. Meanwhile, troops of 592 brigade heading westwards on the Mullaittivu front has reached the outskirts of Ottiyamalai, situated just 5 Km east of Nadunkerni town. According to the battlefield reports , troops of 12 SLLI, 14 and 15 Gajaba Regiment (GR) have confronted with the terrorists in areas within 2-4 Km range towards east of Ottiyamalai built up on Tuesday (Nov 11). Betrayal of Tamils According to the recent intelligence reports, all key terror leaders, including Bhanu, Theepan and Luxman had abandoned their positions on the main battlefronts and fled into the rear areas. Reports have further revealed that a large umber of LTTE cadres under the leadership of Theepan, are currently undergoing training for a counter attack in the LTTE hiding areas in Mullaittivu. As per the information provided by surrendered LTTE cadres and civilians escaped to liberated areas, LTTE leader has ordered the armed cadres to launch the planned offensive while forcing large number of civilians to the front with them. The intention of the terror chief is to get large number of Tamil civilians killed during the attack and to win international sympathy over their dead bodies, they further revealed. Also, the psychopathic terror chief has called his latest order an ideal punishment for the Tamils who failed to support his cause, they added. According to the senior defense officials, the security forces have already taken measures to prevent any situation that would cause civilian casualties. They said that the LTTE has lost all their civilian supporters in Wanni and therefore it will soon lose its ability to hold the civilians as a shield. However, they refrained from making further comments over this issue due to operational security reasons. Apart from the main battlefronts, Army Task Force 3 is gaining domination over A-9 road from Panikkankulam to Mankulam and towards the East of the road. The Task Force 2 are destroying LTTE hiding areas in the Pulliyankulam and Omanthai areas while the 56 division still maintains the active defense in the east of Omanthai. Situation Report on 13 November 2008 Situation Report on 13 November 2008 Suicide jacket with C-4 explosives found from abandoned shopping complex Army troops swooped on an abandoned commercial complex at Bangalawatte, Wattala today (13) morning and found a Tiger suicide jacket, filled with 1 kg of C-4 explosives, kept hidden under the staircase of the building complex. Twin blows to LTTE; Army enters Devil's Point and Vallaipadu Troops of the Task Force-1 spearheading the military advances at the Western Kilinochchi battlefront have entered the Devil's Point and Vallaipadu areas, this morning (Nov 13), military declared a short while ago. Situation Report on 12 November 2008 Situation Report on 12 November 2008 Army 57 div maneuvering to Kilinochchi The Army 57 division , operating on the main axis of the Wanni theatre of operations are now successfully maneuvering towards the Kilinochchi town, the administrative hub of the LTTE terrorists, say the defence sources. Task Force 1 nearing Task Accomplished; terrorists fast loosing the battle of Pooneryn The Army Task Force 1 (TF 1) is making a rapid progress in the Western Kilinochchi battlefront in terms of both ground gains and attrition caused to enemy, reveal the battlefield sources. ICRC Resumes at Omathai as Passage of Convoys Get Streamlined Officials of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) assumed their duties again at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point Friday morning (14), following an understanding made between the Security Forces and the ICRC. Eastern province Chief Minister's secretary gunned down The secretary of the eastern province Chief Minister and his driver were killed in a shooting incident took place opposite the Steel corporation in Oruwala along the Kaduwela - Athurugiriya road this morning, 14 November. Army hands over 14 LTTE bodies to ICRC Sri Lanka Army has handed over fourteen bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during recent confrontations to the ICRC officials in Vavuniya yesterday, 13 November. Situation Reports on 15th Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 15th Nov 2008 Mop up operations in progress in Pooneryn salient; Air Force comes to troops assistance Task Force 1 troops having liberated Poonaryn are now engaged in mop-up operations in the Poonaryn salient, Defence sources in the filed reveal. Troops are now clearing their way towards Kalmunai Point (K-Point) along the 20 Km long narrow land stretch where the LTTE terrorists used to stationed their artillery and mortar batteries. Meanwhile , Sri Lanka Air Force has lunched a series of air strikes in support of ground troops in the Muhamalai area. Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara told defence.lk that MI-24 helicopters and fighter jets have engaged LTTE artillery and mortar positions in the area since 6.30 to 9.45 this morning (Nov 15). Army Chief , Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka describing the victory to state media said that the whole stretch of A-32 road from Mannar to Poonaryn has been liberated after 20 years. He said that troops of Task Force 1 and 57 Division have cutoff the Poonaryn- Paranthan road (B-69) yesterday and marched for about 8 Km down the road to Pooneryn junction . "Then we advanced further and captured Sangupiddy ferry that connects the road to Thanankiluppu in Jaffna", now the army has dominated the whole west coast", he said. Speaking further, he said that it is the first time after 20 years that the Army has opened a land route to Jaffna. "We have eliminated large number of terrorists during this battle, remaining terrorists are now running for their lives across the Kilali lagoon", he said. In addition, he said that troops of 57 Division and Task Force 1 have already started marching eastward towards A-9 road. "At present, our forces have positioned themselves about 10 Km west of Paranthan on the A-9 road", he said. Poonaryn remains a hallmark of the undying courage of Sri Lanka Army soldiers as they withstood frenetic attack by the terrorists at the isolated camp in 1993. Army handed over their positions in the area to IPKF in 1987 and regained them in 1992 in Operations Valampuri 1 and 2. On 11 November 1993 , LTTE made an attempt to capture the Poonaryn camp but failed before the courage of Army soldiers. The incident was excessively misinterpreted as a great debacle by media with exaggerated army death and casualty figures. In mid 1996 , the camp was vacated by the Army as a tactical measure . Pooneryn Terrorist Bastion falls : Army Task Force 1 -Task accomplished Troops of Army Task Force 1 have entered LTTE bastion at Ponneryn this morning (Nov 15) scoring the greatest feat against terrorist in their courageous march along the northwestern coast of the Island. Infantrymen of 12 Gamunu Watch (12 GW) and 10 Gajaba Regiment (10 GR) successfully negotiated the great marshlands south of Pooneryn last night , and cut off the Pooneryn- Paranthan road (B-69) close to Nallur before dawn today. Troops then marched about 10 Km along the B-69 and entered into the Pooneryn town , where the terrorists have their last bastion on the West coast. According to the defence sources at the field terrorists have given a stiff resistance to the advancing troops . Pitched battles are still going in the area, the sources said. The terrorists are fast withdrawing towards the K- Point. Situation Reports on 16th Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 16th Nov 2008 TF-3 troops close-in on Mankulama: LTTE faces major setback- Mullaittivu Task Force -3 troops inducted west of the A-9 trunk road off Mankulama in the western Mullaittivu battlefront have commenced marching towards the strategically important Mankulama junction, since dawn today (Nov 16). Troops overrun 3 LTTE bunkers, seize 3 bodies - Mullaittivu Troops of the 59 Division operating in general area Kumulamunai at the Mullaittivu battlefront have run into several LTTE bunker defences during multi-pronged offensives commenced in the area since early this morning (Nov 16). Security forces continue advances towards Kilinochchi: LTTE body recovered Identified LTTE positions and strong points were engaged with heavy artillery and mortar fire while infantry battalions of the 57 Division pushed further into non-liberated territory leading towards Kilinochchi, Sunday (Nov 16), Wanni military sources reported. 2 LTTE bodies, weapons and grenades recovered - Vavuniya Task Force -2 troops while making further advances along the Northwestern border of the Vavuniya District, West of the A-9 trunk road have confronted with LTTE in general area Pannikkaneravi, Vavuniya today (Nov 16). Heavy fighting South of Kokavil - Kilinochchi An offensive element of the 57 Division, operating south of the Akkarayankulama- Terumurikkandy road has reached into the outer perimeters of Kokavil amidst stiff resistance by LTTE, today (Nov 16). Air strikes at LTTE forward defences at Muhamalai- Jaffna SLAF fighter jets made successive air sorties at the LTTE forward defence line (FDL) at Muhamalai, Jaffna, Sunday (Nov 16) at 1.30p.m. Air Strikes at LTTE positions - Muhamalai Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded LTTE positions in the Muhamalai area in Jaffna at 6.45 this morning. Situation Report on 17 November 2008 Situation Report on 17 November 2008 Troops overrun Mankulama: LTTE flee amidst heavy casualties- Mullaittivu Troops of the task Force-3 flanked west of the A-9 main road at Vannivilankulama have entered the Mankulama area in Mulaittivu, following hours of heavy fighting with LTTE today (Nov 17) at around 2 p.m. MI-24 air assaults launched at LTTE resistance positions - Mullaittivu SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships have launched air assaults at identified LTTE strong points and resistance positions located 10km East of Akkarayankulama, today (Nov 17) at around 11.30 a.m. Situation Report on 18 November 2008 Situation Report on 18 November 2008 Abducted and released - Horowpathana 4 civilians held hostage by the LTTE terrorists in the Horowpathana area have been released this evening (Nov 18). More Tamil civilians escape terror clutches - Jaffna 17 Tamil civilians who had escaped from LTTE dominated areas in Wanni came to Idappatalai area in Jaffna last morning (Nov 17). 2 LTTE boats destroyed, 6 terrorists killed in sea battle off Nayaru - Mullaittivu 2 LTTE boats were reported destroyed and 6 terrorists killed after a pre-dawn fierce sea battle, that erupted between Navy's elite Special boat squadron (SBS) personnel and LTTE, off Nayaru, Tuesday (Nov 18). LTTE suffers heavy damages in Mullaittivu front Troops of 59 Division operating in Mullaittivu battlefront had confronted with LTTE terrorists during multi-pronged offensives commenced in the area since early morning yesterday, 17 November. Air strikes at LTTE boats at Nayaru lagoon- Mullaittivu SLAF fighter jets launched precision air strikes at two LTTE boats beached at the Nayaru lagoon, Tuesday (Nov 18) at around 9a.m. Situation Reports on 19th November 2008 Situation Reports on 19th November 2008 Army hands over 18 LTTE bodies to ICRC Eighteen bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during recent battle in the Mannar and Vavuniya area were handed over to the ICRC officials in Vavuniya this afternoon, 19 November. The ICRC officials have taken those bodies to unelaborated area to be handed over to the LTTE crossing Omanthai entry/exit point in Vavuniya, army sources said LTTE receive heavy casualties in confrontations - Kilinochchi Troops of 57 Division operating in Kilinochchi battle front had heavy confrontations with LTTE terrorists yesterday, 18 November. According to the defence sources, troops stepped up further into LTTE terrain despite the LTTE resistance in general area northeast of Akkarayankulam and north of Therumurukanddi. It is observed that LTTE terrorists have constructed another earth bund across the Pooneryn - Paranthan (B-69) road to resist the security forces movement into LTTE heartland Kilinochchi built-up. However, the troops are now on their way to dominate the earth bund which runs southwards of Paranthan covering Kilinochchi built-up area. Intercepting LTTE communication channels, it is revealed that LTTE suffered heavy casualties in the confrontations T-56 weapon and Ammunition found Troops found a T-56 assault rifle along with ammunition in a search operation conducted on information in general area Neelapola, Kanthale this morning, 19 November. According to the available sources, 20 ammunition and magazine were also among the items found. These items had been dumped in an abandoned house in the area, sources added SLAF fighters raid LTTE training base - Oddusuddan Sri Lanka Air Force supersonic fighter jets carried out air sorties targeting LTTE training base located in Oddusuddan last night, 18 November. Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, speaking to defence.lk said that air raid was launched around 10.50 pm targeting LTTE training base located in general area Thirappuwadduwan, 10 Km northeast of Oddusuddan. Air Force confirmed that the target was hit accurately. Situation Reports on 20th Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 20th Nov 2008 LTTE desertions surge as Northern fighting escalate Desertions among LTTE terrorists are reported on the surge as security forces stepped-up offensives at the Northern lines of defence at Muhamalai since Saturday (16). According to intercepted LTTE communication, at least 26 terrorists, 2 north of the A-9 road and 24 others south have reportedly deserted the outfit on Thursday (20). The ground situation has worsened for the LTTE triggering uncertainty among its ranks with the 53 and 55 Divisions mounting continuous artillery and heavy mortar attacks, security sources said. Meanwhile, troops of the 57 Division operating northeast of Akkarayankulam in Kilinochchi have reportedly captured a stretch of an earth bund cum ditch constructed by LTTE on Wednesday (19). Heavy fighting ensued between troops and LTTE with the breakout of close quarter gunfire exchanges at separate locations North of Akkaraynakulam, security sources said. Heavy fighting was also reported at the western Kilinochchi battlefront along the Pooneryn -Paranthan main road in general area Nivil, yesterday. TF 1 troops continued advances towards Paranthan amidst sporadic resistance fire from LTTE terrorists, Wanni military sources said. Also, the Task Force 2 troops kept engaging forward dominations elements towards the A-9 trunk road from its initial positions west of Omanthai, Wanni sources further said. Terrorists have suffered heavy beating and have relocated its resistance positions east of the A-9 trunk road, the sources added. Meanwhile, fighting between troops and LTTE were reported in the Mullaittivu battlefront North of Andankulama. Troops have also cleared off 39 anti-personnel (AP) mines and an IED during clearing operations conducted in general area Andankulama on Wednesday. Task Force 1 captures LTTE Airstrip - Pooneryn Task Force 1 now marching towards Paranthan LTTE stronghold has captured one of the LTTE airstrips located in the Nivil area, Pooneryn this afternoon (Nov 20). According to the defence sources in the filed, the airstrip is about 200m in length. The terrorists have demarcated a stretch of the B-69 Pooneryn-Parantan main road, which is also believed to be used as an emergency landing strip by the LTTE, military sources said. Troops have established their forward boundaries about 14 km west from Paranthan and engaged in clearing operations at present, the sources added. The LTTE terrorists are the first terror outfit to procure airpower introducing a new dimension to the global terrorist warfare. Army goes offensive at Northern FDL; terrorists to lose their first line of defence Sri Lanka Army latest offensive elements 53 and 55 divisions are now in the process of consolidating their positions on the newly captured LTTE's first line of defence at the Northern theatre of operations, say the defence sources. According to the sources, troops of 53 division are now linking up the captured terror bunkers in the Kilaly area, South of A-9 road while the 55 division soldiers are engaged in clearing operations in the Muhamalai forward area, North of the A-9. Army shifted its mode of operations from active defence to all out offence in the Northern theatre on Saturday (Nov 15) by running at the LTTE's forward defence lines (FDL) in Muhamalai and Kilaly . Heavy clashes prevailed in the areas for 5 consecutive days , as the terrorists made a desperate attempt to halt the army advance. 55 division scored the initial success achieving the full domination of the LTTE defence line at Muhamalai on Tuesday (Nov 18). Meanwhile, 53 division soldiers were able to capture a large part of the LTTE bunkers in the Kilaly area by Wednesday evening (Nov 19). Intercepted radio transmission reports revealed heavy toll of deaths and casualties to the terrorists during these clashes. Also, Army confirmed destruction of 4 improvised mortar guns of the terrorists known as "Pasilan" and "Baba" mortars. Terrorist leaders, Theepan, Muhundan and Jerry were heard making unsuccessful calls for their forward elements to hold their positions. However, Theepan and Jerry themselves were known to have fled the area as soon as their forward elements abandoned the first line. According to the latest information , Theepan have returned to the theater and threatening LTTE cadres in the front not to withdraw any further. Army maintained active defence in the area during last few years thwarting all LTTE attempts at Jaffna peninsula. The distance between Army FDL and the LTTE's was just 500m before the operations commenced. Now, troops have covered this stretch and heading further Southwards . Situation Reports on 21st Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 21st Nov 2008 Battle begins in Kilinochchi outskirts; TF1 captures 3 LTTE bunkers Task Force 1 (TF 1) troops today (Nov 21) reached the northern boundaries of the Kilinochchi built up and started pounding the LTTE strongholds in the Adampan area. According to the battlefield sources, troops of 8 Sinha Regiment (8 SR) have captured 3 LTTE bunkers and a battle trench located 9 Km West of Kilinochchi town around 9.45 AM. During the subsequent search, troops found two bodies of slain LTTE cadres and five T-56 riffles. Troops are continuing their march towards Kilinochchi, the sources added. Meanwhile, snipers deployed in the North of Kilinochchi have confirmed shooting down of three LTTE cadres during the morning hours. The sources further reveal that LTTE terrorists have put up another earth bund encircling the Kilincochchi built up to slow down the military advance. Air Force pound terror positions in Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force MI 24 helicopter gunships carried out air strikes targeting two LTTE gatherings detected 6.5 Km northeast of Akkarayankulam tank in Kilinochchi this evening (Nov 21). Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janka Nanayakkara speaking to defence.lk said that the attacks have been carried out in support of Army 57 division troops at 3 PM. He added the targets have been effectively engaged. Accidental Explosion - Nochchiyagama Two soldiers died and 13 injured by an accidental explosion in a Military Training at Lindawewa Nochchiyagama around 2.20 p.m. today. Injured soldiers have been hospitalized for treatments Troops further expand domination on Mullaittivu front Troops of 59 division operating on the Mullaittivu battlefront extended their forward dominations further into the LTTE hiding areas yesterday (Nov 20). Troops confronted with a group of terrorist in the north of Thannimurippukulam area around 6 AM. In a similar incident, troops confronted with an LTTE group detected in the east of Otiyamalai area around 11 AM. Intercepted LTTE radio transmissions confirmed damages to the terrorists in both incidents. Meanwhile, troops attacked a terrorist group detected in the East of Nayaroo lagoon around 11 AM . Troops during the subsequent search, found one T-56 riffle and five hand grenades. In the south of Mulliavellai area troops captured 3 LTTE bunkers around 11 AM. Troops whilst clearing the area found two decomposed bodies of slain LTTE cadres. In the same general area, troops had another engagement with the terrorists around 5.50 PM. Intercepted LTTE radio transmissions confirmed damages to the terrorists in this incident. Troops operating in the north of Kumulamunai area destroyed an LTTE bunker using heavy weapons during morning hours. Also, snipers deployed in the forward areas confirmed shooting down of an LTTE cadre around 10.20 AM. 3 LTTE bunkers overrun, 2 terrorist bodies recovered- Kilinochchi The three frontal military assaults at the central Kilinochchi battlefront led by troops of the 57 Division and Task Force 3 entered decisive phase at troops met resistance from LTTE, North of Kokavil, Murunkandy and North of Akkarayankulama, Thursday (Nov 20). Meanwhile, forward domination elements of the 57 Division operating in general area Murunkandy have gained control over 3 LTTE bunker overheads after hours of intense fighting in the area, security sources said. Troops have also found 2 T-56 assault rifles following a confrontation with LTTE in general area North of Kokavil. Further dominations continued North of Akkarayankulama with fierce fighting reported closer to the LTTE built earth bund surrounding Kilinochchi. In general area Mankulama, TF 3 troops now consolidating defences came across an LTTE small arms fire yesterday (20), which was immediately thwarted as troops claimed recovering 2 LTTE bodies and 3 T-56 assault rifles during subsequent search operations conducted. The Task Force 1 troops now advancing along the B-69 Pooneryn-Paranthan road have reportedly gained control over a stretch of the main road and positioned approximately 14km to the LTTE's Paranthan terror bastion. Situation Reports on 22nd Nov 2008 Situation Reports on 22nd Nov 2008 SLAF MI-24 pounds LTTE strongpoint - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 Helicopter Gunships raided an LTTE strongpoint located northeast of Akkarayankulam Tank bund this afternoon, 22 November. Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, speaking to defence.lk said that MI-24 helicopters bombed an LTTE strongpoint located 7 Km northeast of Akkarayankulam Tank bund. The air raids launched in support of the ground troops of 57 Division who are heading towards Kilinochchi built up. Ground troops confirmed that the target was taken accurately, spokesperson added. Troops consolidate on newly captured terror defences; one LTTE body found Sri Lanka Army latest offensive elements, 53 and 55 Divisions, continued effective military thrust against LTTE terrorists while further consolidating their positions on newly captured LTTE's first line of defence at Northern theatre of Battle. Troops have confronted with LTTE terrorists in general area Kilaly last morning, 21 November. Terrorists suffered heavy damages due to hours long fighting erupted, defence sources in Jaffna said. In a subsequent search operation conducted in the area, troops have found a decomposed body of an LTTE cadre along with a T-56 assault rifle and four hand grenades. Meanwhile, troops confirmed that LTTE suffered considerable damages in fighting ensued in general area Muhamalai around 10.25 am yesterday Troops advance towards Kilinochchi; LTTE suffers heavy damages in fighting Troops of 57 Division further advanced towards LTTE territory and extended their defence line despite LTTE resistance in general area northeast of Akkarayankulam, north of Murikandy, and north of Kokavil yesterday, 21 November. Heavy fighting between troops and LTTE terrorists reported in these areas resulting heavy damages to the enemy. Intercepted LTTE radio communication confirmed that terrorists suffered heavy losses. Intense fighting commenced around 6.00 am lasted until 6.00pm, defence sources said. Troops have launched heavy indirect fire targeting LTTE built earth bund, the main resistance point, in general area northeast of Akkarayankulam Troops heading towards Mullaittivu; LTTE training camp captured Troops of 59 Division operating on the Mullaittivu battlefront continued their forward dominations further into the LTTE held areas yesterday, 21 November. Troops have captured an LTTE training camp in general area Andankulam following fierce gun battle. The training camp comprising well-built 4 bunkers and 8 huts. LTTE casualties during the battle yet to be known. Meanwhile, troops engaged an LTTE mortar gun position detected by the Radar in general area Andanulam last morning. Intercepting LTTE transmission confirmed that few LTTE cadres were killed while many others suffered injuries. In the same general area, troops have found 1000 T-56 ammunition while conducting a search operation following a confrontation erupted during day time yesterday TF 1 displays LTTE weapons captured in Nachchikuda and Pooneryn Task Force 1 (TF1) has displayed the weapons, ammunition and other warlike items yesterday (Nov 21) which were captured from the LTTE during the offensive thrust against terrorists capturing major terror bastions in western coastal border Molonkavil, Nachchikuda, Devil's Point and Pooneryn. Hundreds of T-56 weapons, anti- aircraft weapons, grenade and RPG launchers, thousands of ammunition, claymore mines, anti-personnel mines, hand grenades, Out Boat Motors (OBMs) and many other items left away by fleeing terrorists are on the display. The Task Force 1, which was raised in early this year, fully liberated the Mannar district capturing major LTTE sea tiger strongholds in Vidattaltivu, Iluppaikkaddavai and Vellankulama, along the Mannar- Pooneryn road (A-32). After fully liberating the Mannar district troops entered the Kilinochchi district from the southwestern district boarders and advanced further northwards along the Mannar- Pooneryn road (A-32) running along the northwestern coastal belt of the Island dominating highest strategic importance terror bastions Molonkavil, Nachchikudha, Vannerikulama, Manniyankulama, Pallawarayankaddu, Chunnavil, Nochchimoddai, Chempankundu, Jeyapuram, Nachchikuda, Devil's Point, Kiranchi, Vallaipadu, Palavi and Pooneryn. With capturing the last LTTE stronghold in western coastal belt, Pooneryn, it denies the terrorist use of sea lines of communication across the Palk Strait and open a land route to the Jaffna Peninsula from the southern mainland. Sri Lanka News | Defence.lk POONERYN LTTE lost its queen on Wanni Chessboard Download Hasty retreat by LTTE supporters in Paris [November 24 2008] Few dozens Tamil terrorists supporters who tried to disrupt a peaceful demonstration held by the Sri Lankans in Paris on Sunday had to make a hasty retreat under police protection. Full Story Buddhist devotees in US donate wheel chairs to disabled Army soldiers [November 24 2008] The Austin Buddhist Centre, one of the largest Buddhist Temples in the United State of America, located in Austin, Texas has donated 22 wheel chairs to the disabled war veterans' of the Gajaba and Gamunu Regiments of the Sri Lanka Army. Full StoryTroops withstand stiff terrorist resistance; LTTE flexing last muscles in Kilinochchi [November 24 2008] [Updated] Heavy clashes are continuing along the Kilinochchi outskirts since last morning (Nov 23) as the Army infantrymen are steadily advancing on to the remaining LTTE defences in the area, defence sources on the front reveal. Full Story Terrorists want to create fear psychosis, disturbances - Indian Home Minister [November 24 2008] Terrorists choose targets for creating a fear psychosis, which can lead to disturbance of bigger and more complicated nature, said Indian Home Minister Shivraj Patil inaugurating a two-day conference of Senior police officers in New Delhi. Full Story More Civilians escape terror clutches Omanthai [November 24 2008] With Army continuing its onslaught at LTTE terrorists in Wanni, more civilians have been able to escape the terror rule there, reveal defence sources in Vavuniya. Full Story INGO crows pecking at sovereignty - Island Editorial [November 24 2008] The 'victim industry' was triggered with alarm recently when defence.lk turned-on the spot lights on some unholy LTTE - INGO affiliations in the non-liberated regions, as substantial evidences surfaced providing fuel for reasonable doubts following the surge of counter-terrorist operations by the military into these remote regions after many years. Full Story373 suicide bombers have died says LTTE [November 24 2008] UK based LTTE fronts have claimed in anticipation of the coming 'suicide bombers day' celebrations planned in London on November 27 that 373 young men and women have died so far as suicide bombers in a so far unsuccessful attempt to create a separate state carved out of Sri Lanka. Full StoryTN Police conducts massive search operations for LTTE infiltrators [November 24 2008] The Tamil Nadu Police has reportedly engaged in a massive search operation in pursuit of injured terrorists who are believed to have infiltrated into the Indian shores, evading the counter-terrorist operations by Sri Lankan military in the islands Wanni and Northern regions. Full StoryMore civilians escape LTTE tyranny in Wanni [November 23 2008] The third group of civilians who had been able to escape the LTTE tyranny in Wanni via land routes arrived at Omanthai this morning (Nov 23). Full StoryLTTE fronts to defy UK terrorism laws on 'suicide bombers day' [November 23 2008] Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), a tottering terrorist group nearing its military collapse in Sri Lanka will defy UK anti-terrorism laws to glorify its suicide terrorism publicly when it holds its 'suicide bombers day' at the London Excel Centre, according to pro-LTTE media reports. Full Story50 more civilians seek protection with security forces - Vavuniya [November 23 2008] Exodus of civilians from non-liberated areas at Mullaittivu continued as 50 more civilians have reportedly arrived at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point seeking protection with security forces, Sunday between 12p.m., and 6 p.m. Full Story Army lays siege to Kilinochchi; LTTE defences fast falling apart [November 23 2008] Sri Lanka Army offensive divisions in the Wanni theatre of operations are now marching towards the Kilinochchi built up in three frontiers, defence sources in the battlefield said. Full StoryLTTE terrorists could become a transnational criminal empire says Canadian paper [November 23 2008] John C. Thompson, the President of the Mackenzie Institute in Toronto, Canda, said in a research paper that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) ... Full StoryTroops consolidate defences North of Omanthai [November 23 2008] The advancing troops of the Task Force 2 are now consolidating defences at Omanthai, after overrunning the existing LTTE defences and the Entry/Exit point on Friday (Nov 21). Full Story"Those who belittle army is an insult to the nation" says Army Commander [November 23 2008] Sri Lanka Army Commander Lt. General Sarath Fonseka , charged the factions who are belittling the achievements of the soldiers as adding insult to the whole nation. Full StoryLTTE continues to be most lethal - India tribunal [November 22 2008] India believes that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) continues to be an extremely potent, most lethal and well-organised terrorist outfit in Sri Lanka. Full StorySLAF MI-24 pounds LTTE strongpoint - Kilinochchi [November 22 2008] Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 Helicopter Gunships raided an LTTE strongpoint located northeast of Akkarayankulam Tank bund this afternoon, 22 November. Full StoryOver 40 civilians reach to Omanthai escaping terror grip [November 22 2008][Photo Updated] Breaking out the LTTE's iron grip that forcefully holds Tamil civilians in Wanni for decades, 41 civilians in two groups have arrived at the Omanthai roadblock seeking protection with security forces this morning (Nov 22). Full StoryTroops consolidate on newly captured terror defences; one LTTE body found [November 22 2008] Sri Lanka Army latest offensive elements, 53 and 55 Divisions, continued effective military thrust against LTTE terrorists while further consolidating their positions on newly captured LTTE's first line of defence at Northern theatre of Battle. Full StoryTroops advance towards Kilinochchi; LTTE suffers heavy damages in fighting [November 22 2008] Troops of 57 Division further advanced towards LTTE territory and extended their defence line despite LTTE resistance in general area northeast of Akkarayankulam, north of Murikandy, and north of Kokavil yesterday, 21 November. Full StoryTroops heading towards Mullaittivu; LTTE training camp captured [November 22 2008] Troops of 59 Division operating on the Mullaittivu battlefront continued their forward dominations further into the LTTE held areas yesterday, 21 November. Full Story US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defence for South Asia pays a courtesy call to Secretary Defence [November 22 2008] United States Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defence for South Asia, Mr. James Clad made a courtesy call to Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, at the MOD premises this morning, 22 November. Full StoryTF 1 displays LTTE weapons captured in Nachchikuda and Pooneryn [November 22 2008] Task Force 1 (TF1) has displayed the weapons, ammunition and other warlike items yesterday (Nov 21) which were captured from the LTTE during the offensive thrust against terrorists capturing major terror bastions in western coastal border Molonkavil, Nachchikuda, Devil's Point and Pooneryn. Full StoryParis demonstration against LTTE terrorism tomorrow [November 22 2008] Hundreds of Sri Lankans and peace loving people are expected to gather at Trocadero, under the shade of the most popular tourist attraction of the world, the Eiffel Tower tomorrow to protest, the Tigers. Full Story Commander congratulates his Pooneryn & Wanni heroes [November 22 2008] On the heels of Army gains over Pooneryn, Mankulam, Kokavil and elsewhere in the Wanni theater of humanitarian operations, Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka Friday (21) morning flew to Security Forces Headquarters Wanni (SFHQ-W) to offer his profuse thanks and commendation to the heroic troops, responsible for successive military achievements. Full StoryJaffna Tamils in Thousands celebrate Pooneryn victory [November 21 2008] Tamil civilians enraptured by the recent liberation of Pooneryn by the Sri Lanka Army today (Nov 21) held a grand street celebration over the victory. Full Story News Archives | situation report Situation Report on 25 November 2008 Situation Report on 25 November 2008 Troops capture Olumadu village - Mullaittivu Troops of Task Force 3 operating east of Mankulam have gained total control over the Olumadu Village reaching to a significant stage in the Wanni liberation operation this evening (Nov 25). Nedunkerni is unreachable for Terrorists Nedunkerni area was once a Command hub during the Eelam war I, II and III. It was the centre of command and control of Welioya region. Specially for 1-4 base and the surrounded satellite camps in Welioya Jungle. Troops attack terror movement; warlike items found - Horowupotana Troops have gunned down four LTTE terrorists during a search operation conducted in a jungle patch in general area Ambagaswewa, Horowupotana this afternoon, 25 November. Eleven Tamil civilians seek security forces protection Eleven Tamil civilians, who had been able to escape the LTTE's clutches, have arrived at the Omanthai entry/exit point during last two days. Situation Reports on 26th November Situation Reports on 26th November LTTE suffers heavy beating, 5 bodies recovered- Mullaittivu Troops of the 59 Division, now consolidating positions North of Kumulamunai in the Mullaittivu battlefront today (Nov 26), have engaged with a group of terrorists in a fierce confrontation and have reportedly uncovered 5 slain bodies, Wanni security sources said. Wanni battles continue amidst torrential rains Multi-pronged counter terrorist operations continued at the Kilinochchi battlefront amidst torrential rains and floods Wanni security sources said adding that forward domination elements of the Task Force 1 and 57 Division have closed in and positioned along the LTTE built earth bund cum ditch drawing a breakout of fierce fighting in the coming weeks. Forces action not against Tamils, reiterates President Our Forces are not waging a war against the Tamil community. It is only a humanitarian operation to liberate them from LTTE terrorists.. Troops heading towards Mullaittivu; LTTE losing terrain daily Troops of 59 Division on advance towards LTTE's most strategic commanding base in northeastern coastal belt, Mullaittivu built up, are further consolidating and extending their defences in general area north of Thannimurippukulam and Kumulamunai areas. Situation Reports on 27th November Situation Reports on 27th November Air Force pounds LTTE communication centre - Paranthan Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have pounded a key radio communication centre of the LTTE located in the Paranthan area this evening (Nov 27). At least 100 killed, many injured in terror attacks - Mumbai At least 100 people have been killed and twice as many reported injured as terror attacks struck in 10 places across the Indian financial capital Mumbai, since last night (Nov 26). Hindu Priest shot dead by LTTE gunmen- Batticaloa A Hindu Priest was shot dead by LTTE gunmen at Mamangama in Batticaloa, today (Nov 27) at around 1.30a.m. Troops recover warlike items during search operations- Mullaittivu Troops of the 59 Division have recovered a few warlike items during separate search operations conducted in general area Andankulama, Mullaittivu, Tuesday (25). Situation Reports on 28th November Situation Reports on 28th November 59 DIV Troops advancing towards Mullaittiuvu, LTTE suffers heavy beating Troops of 59 Division further advancing towards their destination, Mullaittiuvu built-up, while conducting further consolidating operations in recently liberated areas, defence sources in Mullaittiuvu front said. Troops brave weather; floods wash mines, booby traps- Kilinochchi Soldiers of the 57 division and the Task Force 1 are further closing in on to their next destination- the Kilinochchi town despite hostile weather conditions, reveal the battlefield sources. Civilian information helps to avert disaster- Kandana The Kandana Police acting on civilian information received, have uncovered a pair of sandals laden with C-4 high explosives at Kapuwatta in Kadnana, early this morning (Nov 28). Terrorist gunned down - Jaffna Troops deployed in the forward areas of Jaffna theatre of operations yesterday (Nov 27) gunned down an LTTE cadre. Navy Commander visits Naval Bases in North of Trincomalee Navy Commander, Vice Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda, made a visit to the naval bases in north of Trincomalee in order to review operational readiness of the naval bases on 27th and 28th of November. 5 more Tamil civilians escape from LTTE hell hole in Wanni Situation Reports on 29th November, 2008 5 more Tamil civilians escape from LTTE hole in Wanni 5 more Tamil civilians including a family of four have fled from LTTE and sought protection with security forces at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point in Vavuniya. Troops of the 59 Div enters Otiyamalai: LTTE beaten off with heavy casualties After days of fierce gunbattles and stiff LTTE resistance troops of the 59 Division have entered Otiyamalai general area, at the Mullaittivu battlefront today (Nov 29) afternoon. Security Forces hand over 5 LTTE bodies to ICRC- Vavnuiya Bodies of 5 LTTE terrorists killed during confrontations with troops of the 59 Division at Padaviya and Janakapura general areas were handed over to the ICRC officials at Vavuniya today(Nov 29) at 11.30a.m. 7 Tamil families, 26 civilians flee LTTE, seek protection with security forces- Jaffna 26 Tamil civilians from 7 families including 8 children have fled from LTTE clutches at Mullaittivu and sought protection with security forces at Nagarkovil, Jaffna today(Nov 29) at around 2.30p.m. 4 LTTE bodies uncovered: Troops advance towards Alampil Troops of the 59 Division operating East of Kumulamunai towards Alampil at Mullaittivu have reportedly beaten off an LTTE counter attack, subsequently recovering 4 LTTE bodies and similar number of T-56 assault riffles, Saturday (Nov 29) morning. SLAF raids LTTE positions in Kilinochchi SLAF fighter jets and MI-24 helicopter gunships launched combined air raids and ground support assaults at identified LTTE positions in Piramanthalkulama and south of Adampan, Kilinochchi, since early this morning (Nov 29). 59 Div troops advance towards Mullaittivu; LTTE suffers heavy beating Troops of 59 Division further advancing towards their destination, Mullaittivu built-up, while conducting further consolidating operations in recently liberated areas, defence sources in Mullaittiuvu front said. Situation Report on 30 November 2008 Situation Report on 30 November 2008 LTTE inflicted heavy damages - West of Alampil Troops of 59 Division moving along the eastern axis towards Alampil engaged in heavy confrontations with the LTTE terrorists since this morning (Nov 30). Floods subside in Jaffna; Security forces lend humanitarian assistance Heavy floods that affected the Jaffna peninsula last week have started subsiding. Sea transport that was suspended due to the adverse weather conditions is expected to resume today. Mi-24 helicopter gunships launch air assaults at LTTE resistance positions in Kilinochchi SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships conducted precision air assaults at identified LTTE resistance positions located at Murukandy, East of Akkarayankulama, Sunday (Nov 30) at around 7a.m. 3 LTTE suspects arrested in combined Army-Police search operation- Batticaloa 3 LTTE terrorist suspects were taken into custody while 123 others were detained for further inquiries out of 11,963 persons screened yesterday (Nov 29) during combined Army-Police cordon and search operations conducted in the Batticaloa district. Situation Report on 01 December 2008 Situation Report on 01 December 2008 59 Div Troops heading towards Mullaittivu; LTTE suffers heavy damages Troops of 59 Division operating in Mullaittivu front advanced further into LTTE territory while consolidating the area captured during recent battles, the special defence.lk correspondent in Mullaittivu front said. Army snipers gun down a terrorist - Kilinochchi Army snipers deployed in forward defences in general area Adampan in Kilinochchi front gunned down an LTTE terrorist this afternoon, 01 December. SLAF jets raid LTTE resistance positions - Kilinochchi SLAF fighter jets have launched successive air raids at 3 identified LTTE resistance positions located 7.5km Northeast of Akkarayankulama in Kilinochchi, Monday (Dec 1) at around 12.30p.m. 14 Tamil civilians arrive government control area - Vavuniya Fourteen Tamil civilians, who had been able to escape the LTTE's iron grip, have arrived to the Omanthai entry/exit point sought security forces protection this morning, 01 December. 3 terrorists sniped at Jaffna FDLs Army snipers deployed ahead of the Jaffna forward defence lines (FDLs) have taken 3 successful LTTE targets during the past 24 hours, military sources report. Batticaloa south LTTE leader dead The Batticaloa South LTTE leader, Kalai Maduran was reported dead military sources said citing intercepted LTTE communication. Italy recognises danger posed by terrorists - Envoy Italy recognised the dangerous potential of terrorists by arresting those with alleged links to the Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam, Sri Lanka's Ambassador to Italy, Hemantha Warnakulasuriya told Adnkronos International (AKI). Situation Report on 02 December 2008 Situation Report on 02 December 2008 Battle regains momentum as floods subside in Kilinochchi Army 57 Division (57 Div) and Task Force 1 (TF 1) soldiers who have been lined up themselves along the western and southern boundaries of the Kilinochchi town yesterday (Dec 2) started pushing their forward boundaries further in to the town area. Situation Report on 03 December 2008 Situation Report on 03 December 2008 LTTE assassinates a Police Constable - Kuluwewa LTTE terrorists have shot and killed a Police Constable of Special Task Force (STF) while on duty in Kuluwewa, Ampara last afternoon, 03 December. Battle regains momentum as floods subside in Kilinochchi Army 57 Division (57 Div) and Task Force 1 (TF 1) soldiers who have been lined up themselves along the western and southern boundaries of the Kilinochchi town yesterday (Dec 2) started pushing their forward boundaries further in to the town area. 4 terrorists killed sniped at Adampan- Kilinochchi 3 LTTE terrorists were reported killed sniped by troops of the 57 Division deployed in general area Adampan in Kilinochchi today (Dec 3) morning. Separately, another terrorist was also reported sniped in general area southeast of Puthumurrippukulama. TF -3 troops clash with LTTE: recovers 3 LTTE bodies- Mullaittivu Troops of the Task Force - 3 now operating west of the A-9 trunk road Northeast of Olumadu, in the Mullaittivu battlefront have forced into an LTTE bunker defence today (Dec 3) at around 1p.m. Situation Report on 04 December 2008 Situation Report on 04 December 2008 Troops capture Puliyankulam Troops of Task Force 2 engaged in an offensive thrust against LTTE terrorists added more significance to the Wanni offensive operation as troops gained control over the Puliyankulam area this afternoon, 04 December. 59 Div troops enter Alampil sea tiger bastion The ground troops of 59 Division on an offensive directed at the remaining LTTE fortification in Mullaittivu District have reached a decisive stage as troops entered into the sea tiger bastion, Alampil, located about 10 Km south of Mullaittivu this morning, 4 December. LTTE assassinates a Police Constable - Kuluwewa LTTE terrorists have shot and killed a Police Constable of Special Task Force (STF) while on duty in Kuluwewa, Ampara last afternoon, 03 December. Situation Report on 05 December 2008 Situation Report on 05 December 2008 LTTE receives heavy beating in Army offensive: troops recover 11 bodies - Olumadu [Updated] Over a dozen terrorists were reported killed and similar numbers injured following an Army assault at an LTTE strong point located Northeast of Olumadu general area in Mullaittivu district, yesterday (Dec 5). Troops confront LTTE in Jaffna Troops deployed in the Kilaly area, in Jaffna theatre confronted with LTTE cadres at three occasions yesterday (Dec 5), defence sources said. Air Force fighter jets pound LTTE positions - West of Paranthan Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets launched three air strikes at LTTE strong points located in the west of Paranthan area between 10 AM to 4 PM today (Dec 5). Wanni hell gates further crumble; troops reach Kanakarayankulam Army Task Force 2 (TF 2) have stricken a huge blow on the gates of the LTTE run mono ethnic Wanni hellhole by reaching Kanakarayankulam this morning (Dec 5). 23 more Tamil civilians seek protection with security forces 23 more Tamil civilians belonging to 8 families who had undergone unprecedented hardships of LTTE have fled from the organization and sought protection with security forces Chundikulam today (December 5) morning. Air Force pounds LTTE strongholds in Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force launched two air strikes in support of Army Task Force 1 troops marching steadily at Kilinochchi built up this morning (Dec 5). Situation Report on 06 December 2008 Situation Report on 06 December 2008 Heavy clashes in Kilinochchi; Army 57 Div wreak havoc on LTTE counter attack Sri Lanka Army 57 Division soldiers have successfully crushed an LTTE counter attack in the Adampan area, west of Kilinochchi this morning (Dec 6), reports from Air strikes at identified LTTE strong points - Kilinochchi Air force fighter jets made precision air sorties at a pre-identified LTTE strong points located West of Paranthan in Kilinochchi, Saturday (Dec 6) at around 8.45 a.m. Situation Reports on 07th December, 2008 Situation Reports on 07th December, 2008 Troops push further into LTTE garrisons: scores killed, many injured [Updated] Pushing an end to the 30 year odd terrorist cause and the most prolonged, single handed counter terrorist campaign in south Asia, Sri Lankan security forces are advancing in multi-fronts with 7 offensive divisions into the remaining LTTE garrisons at Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu. According to battlefield reports, TF1 and 57 Div troops are now positioned in kissing distances to the outer defence lines of the LTTE's administrative heartland and main garrison township at Kilinochchi. Earlier during an 'e-mail interview' with a south Indian paper in the eve of the suicide bombers day, terror chief Prabakaran vowed to resist the military thrust at Kilinochchi, considered de-facto 'capital' of LTTE following the nation's 'greatest giveaway in history'- signing of the 2002 CFA. Kilinochchi is considered to be a vital battle terrain and the most valued trophy for the security forces, who are determined to flushout LTTE during the world's most effective duel tasked 'counterterrorist cum Humanitarian operation' in modern time. The military battle formations advancing from west of Parantan, Adampan, west of Iranamadu, Terumurikandy, Kokkuvil, Kanakarayankulam, Puliyankulam, Northeast of Olumadu and Alampil have caused great damages to LTTE leaving scores killed and as many injured during the past few days, security sources said. 11 LTTE bodies were found along with 17 T-56 assault riffles, Saturday (Dec 6), northeast of Olumadu in the western Mullaittivu battlefront by the TF 3 troops. Successive aerial raids conducted at identified LTTE strong points West of Parantan on Friday (05) and Saturday (06) have also left many terrorists killed, sources said citing intercepted LTTE communication. Among the terrorists killed many were said to be females who were lured to defened their male counterparts, seeking safety among civilians in the deeper Wanni territory. 3 more slain LTTE bodies were found during search operations conducted by the 59 Division troops in general area Alampil at Mullaittivu, on Friday. Army thwarts LTTE counterattacks in Adampan South- Kilinochchi Troops of the 57 Division have thwarted successive attempts made by LTTE to launch counterattacks in general area South of Adampan, Kilinochchi, Saturday (Dec 6). Fierce fighting ensued between troops and LTTE which lasted from 3a.m., until 9p.m., Wanni military sources said. According to reports, terrorists have launched 3 successive counterattacks only to be left heavily beaten, with over two dozen LTTE fatalities and twice as many casualties. Troops have engaged LTTE with heavy Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL), artillery and mortar fire, Wanni military sources further said. Terrorists have withdrawn from the area abandoning dead, weapons and ammunitions, the sources said. LTTE's area ground leaders Velavan and Gopith were also involved in the failed attempt, military said citing intercepted LTTE communication LTTE body recovered at Kumulamunai- Mullaittivu Troops of the 59 division have recovered an LTTE body, a T-56 assault riffle and an I-com set following a search operation conducted in general area Kumulamunai at the eastern Mullaittivu battlefront, yesterday (Dec 6). Troops recover 2 claymore mines during search operation -Mannar Security forces have recovered 2 claymore mines during a search operation conducted at South Bar in Mannar yesterday (Dec 6) at 4.30p.m. Situation Report on 08 December 2008 Situation Report on 08 December 2008 LTTE hardcore starts abandoning the outfit- Pooneryn Three senior LTTE cadres who fought for the terrorist outfit for more than a decade have surrendered to Sri Lanka Army today (Dec 8). According to the defence sources, the three LTTE cadres between 25-30 years of age have showed themselves up to Army Task Force 1 soldiers operating in the Pooneryn area and laid down their weapons wanting to surrender. TF 3 sweeping along A- 34; terrorists on the run The strategic focus of the counter terrorist operations in Wanni shifted from Kilinochchi to Mullaittivu battlefront since last week as the Army Task Force 3 (TF 3) started sweeping down the A-34 (Mankualam -Mullaittivu) road that leads to the last bastion of the terrorists. Army 59 Div marching steadily towards LTTE bastion in Mullaittivu Troops of Army 59 division spearheading at LTTE's main military bastion in Mullaittivu yesterday (Dec 7) carried out several attacks at LTTE groups detected in the north of Alampil area. Solider wounded in a shooting incident-Kalavanchikudi Solider received injuries in a shooting incident reported in the Kalavanchikudi police division yesterday (Dec7). According to the defense sources, a group suspected to be LTTE had carried out the shooting at the army road block at Ondachchimadam. Troops overrun 2 LTTE bunker defences, destroy another- Kilinochchi 57 Division troops continuing their multi-frontal thrust at the outer fringe of Kilinochchi at Adampan South, Puthumurippukulam, North of Kokkuvil and Terumurikandy have inflicted heavy damages to LTTE during intense fighting reported throughout the day on Sunday (Dec 7). TF-1 mounts artillery attacks at LTTE, East of Nevil - Kilinochchi Task Force 1 troops operating in general area Nevil at the Northern Kilinochchi battlefront have engaged artillery attacks at identified LTTE ground movements yesterday (Dec 7). Lankan boats found abandoned off Tamil Nadu coast LTTEers sneaking into TN Three more abandoned boats were found drifting in the coast on Friday, raising suspicion among officials that LTTE militants, involved in a fierce battle with the Sri Lankan army in the island's north, were sneaking into Tamil Nadu. Situation Report on 09 December 2008 Situation Report on 09 December 2008 4 T-56 weapons found - Trincomalee Troops of Air Force 36 Regiment Wing have found 4 T-56 weapons in a search and clear operation conducted in general area Kandalkadu in Trincomalee this evening, 9 December. Situation Report on 10 December 2008 Situation Report on 10 December 2008 Heavy clashes in Kilinochchi; troops reach Therumurukandi junction Troops of 57 Division were engaged in pitched battles with the terrorists along the western and southern borders of Kilinochchi built-up yesterday (Dec 10), said the defence sources. According to the latest reports, troops have been able get hold of Therumurukandi junction, located 4 Km south of Iranamadu after beating off the terrorists. Situation Report on 09 December 2008 Situation Report on 11 December 2008 Troops capture Terumurikandy junction - Kilinochchi Troops of 57 Division on multi-pronged offensive towards LTTE's main administrative base, Kilinochchi built-up, have reached to a significant milestone gaining control over the strategically vital Terumurikandy junction last evening, 10 December. Twin air raids targeted LTTE strong points - West of Iranamadu Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 Helicopter gun ships carried out two air sorties targeting LTTE strong points observed in west of Iranamadu area last evening (Dec 10) and this morning (Dec 11). Heavy clashes in Kilinochchi; troops reach Therumurukandi junction Troops of 57 Division were engaged in pitched battles with the terrorists along the western and southern borders of Kilinochchi built-up yesterday (Dec 10), said the defence sources. Troops change attitude towards Their 'enemy' for a Moment; captured LTTE "Policeman" tells it all Troops of the 7 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment (SLSR), poised to forge ahead towards the eastward after their recent capture of Katkidanku area in the Mullaittiu district are beset not only by terrorist attacks, but also due to torrential rains and ankle-deep waters, as the photos in this story depict. Situation Reports on 12th December, 2008 Situation Reports on 12th December, 2008 Terrorists take heavy beating: scores killed, many injured - Kilinochchi Military advances continued at the Wanni battlefront yesterday (Dec 11) amidst stiff LTTE resistance as military confirmed killing at least 27 LTTE terrorists alone at Terumurikandy, 4km south of Iranamadu on Thursday(Dec 11). Despite, suffering heavy loses at the pitched fighting ensued at Terumurikandy, Puthumurrippukulam and south of Admapan, terrorists have declared baffled casualty reports, through its media proxies as to sustain the diminishing morale and support of the disapora community, defence observers' state. Confined into the deeper fringes at Kilinochchi, unable to take on the intense multi-pronged military assaults the terrorists have resorted to issuing battle scorecards just-to-satisfy its racist psychopaths who dwell in the continuous suffering of the Sri Lankans, he further asserted. Meanwhile, a terrorist was reported sniped in general area Puthunurrippukulam at Kilinochchi at around 4p.m., according to military reports. Separately, troops of the 57 Division operating in general areas at South of Adampan, Puthumurrippukulam and west of Iranamadu have mounted continuous gunfire assaults at LTTE causing serious damages, Wanni security sources said. The fighting between troops and LTTE continued till late evening as military kept on engaging LTTE targets, thinning out its remaining defence lines, a successful tactical move at the battle terrain, sources further said. Also, troops of the Task Force-1 operating North of Adampan have engaged heavy artillery at identified LTTE strong points as troops confirmed neutralizing LTTE resistance in the area. At the Mullaittivu battlefront, TF -2 troops continued consolidating liberated territory east of the A-9 trunk road. Separately, troops of the TF-3 have reportedly met with intermittent LTTE resistance while advancing in general area east of Olumadu, security sources added. Troops destroy LTTE bunker, 2 terrorists sniped in Jaffna Troops have reportedly destroyed an LTTE bunker following an intense rocket propelled grenade attack at an LTTE bunker defence line yesterday (Dec 11) in general area Kilaly, Jaffna at around 2.30a.m. Claymore mine, hand grenade and ammunitions recovered on civilian information- Vavuniya Troops acting on civilian information received have recovered a few warlike items in general area Santhasolai, Vavuniya, Thursday (Dec 11), at around 5.30p.m. Situation Report on 13 December 2008 Situation Report on 13 December 2008 LTTE suffer heavy damages in Air Strikes - Kilinochchi The LTTE terrorists have suffered heavy damages in the string of air strikes launched by Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets at the Kilinochchi LTTE defence line since this morning (Dec 13). Nine air strikes were launched by SLAF at the LTTE strongholds in the Kilinochchi and Paranthan area since 6.30 AM to 3 PM. Situation Report on 14 December 2008 Situation Report on 14 December 2008 Two successive air raids targeting LTTE strong points Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopters have carried out two air raids targeting LTTE strong points located in Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu areas this afternoon, 14 December. Another group of Tamil civilians reaches seeking security forces protection - Welioya While the troops on multi-pronged offensive advance towards remaining LTTE hideouts, another group of Tamil civilians who were able to escaped LTTE's grip reached to security forces controlled area seeking protection this afternoon, 14 December. Two LTTE bodies found with military items - Batticaloa Troops intercepted a group of LTTE terrorists detected in general area Kanchikudiaru in Batticaloa this morning, 14 December. More Tamil civilians seek security forces protection- Welioya Eighteen Tamil civilians who had been trapped in LTTE controlled areas by the terrorists as human shield sought protection with security forces this morning, 14 December. Troops of 59 Div extend their defences and heading towards Mullaittivu Troops of 59 Division in advance towards one of the few remaining LTTE's key bases, Mullattivu built-up, confronted with terrorists several occasions inflicting maximum damages to the enemy yesterday, 13 December. Troops continue consolidations in northern battlefront; LTTE military items found Troops deployed in northern battlefront consolidating their new positions while engaged selected enemy defence positions in general area Muhamalai yesterday, 14 December. Situation Reports on 15th December, 2008 Situation Reports on 15th December, 2008 Troops enter Ampakamam village: crush LTTE resistances- Mullaittivu Troops of the Task Force -3 now operating North of Olumadu, East of A-9 have entered the Ampakamam village after hours of heavy fighting with LTTE this morning (Dec 15). Ampakamam is said to be a main administrative hub of LTTE, located approximately 7 km North of Olumadu, in the Mullaittivu District. According to operational forces, the 20 Singha Regiment (SR) and the 16 Gajaba Regiment (GR) troops have crushed the remaining LTTE resistance and entered the village, at around 10a.m. Defence observers emphasizing the tactical importance of the LTTE strongpoint said, "Ampakamam is an isolated village in the fringes of the Mullaittivu jungle, with natural obstacles on the southern entrance at the builtup. LTTE had taken the tactical advantage of this village to coordinate and administer terrorist movement which was also said used as a command hub to control certain areas in the Mullaittivu battle theatre SLAF jets, helicopter gunships launch successive attacks at LTTE positions SLAF jets and MI-24 helicopter gunships have launched successive air raids at identified LTTE strong points located both in the Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu districts, today (Dec 15) since 8.30a.m. According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, 3 aerial sorties were made in support of the advancing 57 and 59 division troops at the Wanni battlefronts. Two air raids were made at identified LTTE strongpoints located West of Kilinochchi in support of the advancing 57 Division troops, at 8.30a.m., and 9.30a.m., respectively the Spokesperson said. Meanwhile, MI- 24 helicopter gunships have also continued with close combat ground support to the 59 Division troops now operating in the fringes of Mullaittivu. According to the Spokesperson, the precision air assaults were launched at an identified LTTE gathering point located 6km South of Mullaittivu. 3 LTTE terrorists sniped at Adampan -Kilinochchi Snipers of the 57 Division deployed in general area South of Adampan in the outskirts of Kilinochchi have taken 3 successful terror targets Sunday (Dec 14). According to Wanni military sources, 2 terrorists were killed sniped in general area South of Adampan, while another was reported sniped in the same area at 3.30p.m. Situation Reports on 16th December, 2008 Situation Reports on 16th December, 2008 Fighting erupts in fringes of Kilinochchi, northern FDLs: 120 terrorists killed, 250 injured At least 120 LTTE terrorists were killed and over 250 reported injured during intense battles ensued between troops and LTTE, West of Paranthan, Admapan and Iranamadu at the Kilinochchi battlefront, Tuesday(Dec 16). Air assaults at LTTE reinforcements: Boat confirmed destroyed- Kilaly An LTTE attack craft was confirmed destroyed and many other boats damaged after air force MI-24 helicopter gunships made close-in-air combat assaults at an LTTE boat movement in the Kilaly lagoon, Tuesday (Dec 16) at around 6.10 p.m. Snipers deployed in 57 Div gun down terrorists - Kilinochchi Army snipers deployed in 57 Division have engaged a few targets ahead of own defence line through out yesterday, 15 December. Troops of 59 Div further extend their defences; 2 LTTE bodies found Troops of 59 Division advancing towards LTTE's major bastion in northeastern coastal border, Mullaittivu, had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists yesterday, 15 December. Troops are further extending own defence line while consolidating newly gained grounds. 59 troops cutoff vital road stretch: Skirmishes in southern fringes of Mullaittivu The advancing 59 Division troops who are now making effective inroads towards the LTTE's eastern coastal garrison township have reportedly taken control over a 3km vital road stretch along the Oddusudan-Mullaittivu (A-34) road following intense battles with LTTE terrorists yesterday (Dec 15). 2 claymore mines uncovered on civilian information- Kandana Acting on civilian information security forces uncovered 2 claymore mines, placed under a drain at Pubudu Mawatha at Peralanda in Kandana, yesterday (De 15) at around 6p.m. Troops enter Ampakamam village: crush LTTE resistances- Mullaittivu Troops of the Task Force -3 now operating North of Olumadu, East of A-9 have entered the Ampakamam village after hours of heavy fighting with LTTE this morning (Dec 15). Situation Reports on 26th September 2008 Situation Report on 17 December 2008 Troops secure LTTE defence Northwest of Kilinochchi Troops of the Army 57 Division and the Task Force 1 secured the LTTE built earth bund cum ditch in the West Paranthan and Northwest of Kilinochchi completely by this afternoon (Dec 17), defence sources said. Air Force strafes terrorists in Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force has launched a series of air strikes at LTTE strongholds in the Kilinochchi town and its suburbs in support of the Army 57 Division and the Task Force 1 that have laid siege to the LTTE administrative hub. Defence Advisors of 7 Nations visit Wanni battlefronts Defence Advisors/Attaches of 7 nations visited battlefronts in Wanni on Monday (Dec 15). In a one-day visit organized by the Ministry of Defence, Sri Lanka, Defence Attaches the United Kingdom, the United States, Japan, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Maldives visited Security Forces Headquarters Wanni, Army 57 Division and 59 Division Headquarters. Donation of essential items for service personnel Deniyaya United Buddhist Society has donated bottled water and other essential items for service personnel who are performing operational duties. Successive blows at retreating terrorists at Ampakamam, 5 bodies recovered- Mullaittivu Troops of the Task Force - 3 operating in the outer perimeters of Ampakamam general area, trailed down a group of terrorists on the retreat reportedly killing over a dozen, while recovering 5 bodies and several military hardware, yesterday (Dec 16) at around 5.30 p.m. Situation Reports on 18th December, 2008 Situation Reports on 18th December, 2008 46 Tamil civilians reach to security forces - Welioya Forty-six more Tamil civilians who were able to escape LTTE's grip have reached to the security force seeking safety for their lives this evening, 18 December, defence sources said. TF1 troops extend their defences; 2 LTTE bodies found - Kilinochchi Troops of Task Force 1 had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists while extending their defences in Nivil and Adampan areas yesterday, 18 December. Army troops of 582 Brigade launched an attack targeting LTTE defence line in general area Nivil and captured it inflicting maximum damages to the enemy. In a subsequent search operation troops have found two bodies of LTTE terrorist killed during the gun battle. Meanwhile, army snipers deployed in Adampan area gunned down two LTTE terrorists, the report received from the battlefront said. Two LTTE cadres surrender to Army - Kilinochchi Two LTTE terrorists who have escaped the outfit have surrendered themselves to the army troops of Task Force 1 in general area Nagatevanturai jetty this morning, 18 December. The surrendees have confessed that they have been forcibly deployed in Pallai area following a military training underwent. The two surrendered LTTE cadres, 28 and 33 year-old youths, have reached to Nagatevanturai jetty located in northeast of Pooneryn crossing the Kilaly lagoon, defence sources said. The two terrorists were directed to the rehabilitation center following the initial investigations. 57 Div troops advance towards Kilinochchi; 5 LTTE bodies found Troops of 57 Division on offensive march towards LTTE's main administrative base, Kilinochchi, advanced further into LTTE hiding places in Kilinochchi front despite enemy resistance. Troops under 57 Division had several confrontations in general area Adampan, south of Adampan, west of Iranamadu, west of Kilinochchi and south of Iranamadu areas inflecting heavy damages to the enemy. Troops of 571 Brigade successfully breach the LTTE built earth bund in several locations causing heavy damages to enemy. The consolidating operations are being underway in the area. Troops uncovered three LTTE bodies while conducting consolidating operations following hours-long fighting in the area. Meanwhile, troops of 574 Brigade confronted with detected group of LTTE terrorists in general area south of Iranamadu while extending own defence line, defence sources in battlefront said. In a subsequent search operation conducted troops uncovered two bodies of LTTE terrorists along with military items. 3 T-56 weapons, 1 I-Com set and 2 hand grenades were among the items found. Troops neutralize enemy gun positions - Muhamalai Troops launched an effective attack at LTTE defences with heavy guns to neutralize enemy gun positions in Muhamalai, northern battlefront last afternoon, 17 December. According to the defence sources, terrorists have directed indiscriminate mortar fire in three occasions at troops deployed in Muhamalai front. Army troops suffered minor damages due to the mortar fire. Intercepting enemy communication channels, Electronic Warfare sources confirmed that terrorists suffered heavy damages. Situation Reports on 19th December, 2008 Situation Reports on 19th December, 2008 `SLAF MI-24 helicopters raid LTTE boat movement - Kilaly Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopters raided LTTE boats movement detected in Kilaly lagoon area this morning, 19. LTTE suffered heavy damages in confrontations - Mullaittivu Troops of 59 Division on their mission to capture LTTE's main administrative bastion in northeastern coastal belt, Mullaittivu, had several confrontations with detected LTTE terrorists while extending own defence line yesterday, 19 December. SLAF launches chain of air raids at LTTE defences Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopter gun ships carried out series of air raids targeting LTTE defences in Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu fronts assisting the ground troops on multi-pronged offensive this morning, 19 December. Two LTTE sea tiger leaders killed in air raids Two LTTE sea tiger leaders were killed in an air attack launched by the SLAF MI-24 helicopter gun ships targeting LTTE boat movement this morning, 19 December. Situation Reports on 20th December, 2008 Situation Reports on 20th December, 2008 Successive air strikes rattle LTTE Wanni defences: Retreating sea tigers suffer heavy casualties Sri Lankan Air force fighter jets made 7 successive air strikes targeting LTTE defences and strategic locations in Wanni, since early this morning (Dec 20), as military sources confirmed heavy damages to terrorists. Heavy payloads were dropped with precision at identified LTTE positions, Air force sources said adding that the sorties were launched in support of Navy and the advancing Task Force -1 and 57 Division troops at the Wanni battlefront. SLAF MIG and K'Fir jets roared in the Eastern Mullaittivu skies since 4.30a.m., as close-combat air strikes were taken at sea tigers who were fleeing for shelter after withdrawing from a pre-dawn major sea battle with Navy off Mullaittivu today. An LTTE arms carrying vessel and 4 attack craft were reported destroyed in the sea confrontation with Navy this morning. Another air strike was launched at terrorists, 3km North of the Mullaittivu lagoon at around 5.30a.m., Air force Spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nananyakkara said. Meanwhile, the Air force strikers made more decisive bombings at terrorist strongpoints located East of Iranamadu junction at 7.20a.m., and 7.50a.m., respectively. At 8a.m., the jets raided another LTTE bunker line located west of Parantan supporting the surging TF-1 infantry battalions. Later, the Air force jets made two successive air sorties, West and Southwest of Kilinochchi at around 2.30p.m, the Spokesperson further said. 37 civilians escape from LTTE hellhole, seek protection with security forces- Welioya A total of 37 civilians have fled from LTTE captivity and sought protection with security forces at Welioya, Mullaittivu since 9a.m., today (Dec 20). Jets raid another sea tiger position- Mullaittivu SLAF fighter jets made another precision air attack targeting LTTE terrorists in the coast of Mullaittivu, damaging an LTTE attack craft this evening at around 6.30p.m. According to Air Force sources, an LTTE construction site was also damaged in the air sortie. Navy destroys LTTE Logistics Vessel carrying War-like Materials North-east of Mullaithivu Sri Lanka Navy destroyed a medium-size LTTE logistics vessel carrying a large quantity of war like materials seventy (70) Nautical Miles North-east of Mullaithivu during the early hours today (20th December 2008). The Navy also intercepted a cluster of LTTE boats and destroyed four enemy attack craft, which were abortively attempting to support the enemy logistics vessel, in a separate confrontation off Mullaithivu. The medium-size enemy logistics vessel had been detected by the Navy's Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) on surveillance mission in deep sea around 0130 hrs and subsequently, the Navy's patrol craft were deployed to intercept and destroy the enemy logistics vessel which was approximately 30 - 40 meters in length. In the ensuing naval fire that lasted for around 30 minutes, the enemy logistics vessel was completely destroyed. It is believed that the enemy vessel was carrying a large quantity of war like materials to the LTTE since it sank engulfed in a ball of fire under the heavy naval fire. Four more LTTE attack craft, which were fleeing after having been abortively attempted to provide support to the enemy vessel, were also intercepted and destroyed by the Navy off Mullaithivu in a separate confrontation. Situation Report on 21 December 2008 Situation Report on 21 December 2008 Over 16000 Tamils in jaffna protest against ltte terrorism Tamil civilians in Jaffna today (Dec 21) staged a massive protest against atrocities committed against them by the LTTE terrorists. Twin Air Raids at LTTE gatherings - Iranamadu Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets pounded two LTTE gathering points detected in the West of Iranamadhu tank , in Kilinochchi this evening (Dec 21). Army Bags Nadunkerni ; TF4 scores its first battlefield victory The latest offensive element of Sri Lanka Army, the Task Force 4 has liberated the Nadunkerni town, defence sources reveal. Air Force helicopters pound LTTE gathering - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force MI 24 Helicopters have pounded an LTTE gathering detected in northeast of Puthumurippukulam area this morning (Dec 21). Beware of invisible forces - President at Army Passing out Parade President Rajapaksa made this plea as the President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and Defence Minister addressed a colourful commissioning parade, at the Sri Lanka Military Academy in Diyatalawa yesterday. Heavy Clashes continue in Kilinochchi battlefront Battlefield reports on yesterday's (Dec 20) counter terrorist operations in Kilinochchi indicate pitched battles between Army and the LTTE terrorists. Situation Reports 22nd December, 2008 Situation Reports 22nd December, 2008 Intense fighting results heavy damages to LTTE - Kilinochchi Intense fighting erupted with troops and LTTE terrorists as the troops of 57 Division and Task Force 1 continued their offensive operation to breach the LTTE built earth-bund, the final obstacle and resistance point, few Kilometers away from Kilionochchi yesterday, 22 December. Counter terrorist operations continue in Mullaittivu Troops of the 59 Division mounted heavy attacks at LTTE positions in general area Kumulamunai, Mullaittivu as troops confirmed inflicting serious damages to LTTE, yesterday (Dec 22). Six air raids at LTTE positions - Kilinochchi, Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force carried out six more air raids targeting identified LTTE positions in Mullaittivu and Kilinochchi fronts between 1.30 pm and 6.00pm today, 22 December. Air force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, said that fighter jets attacked at two Sea Tigers boats detected 3 km north of Mullaittivu around 6.00 p.m. The boats had been camouflaged and they were engaged after detecting those using close observation cameras. Two boats were completely destroyed due to the air attack, spokesperson said. Meanwhile, air force fighter jets raided the same location around 1.30 pm, air force sources added. In Kilinochchi front, air force launched three successive air sorties targeting LTTE strong points observed north of Iranamadu between 2.50 pm to 3.50 pm. Air attacks were launched in support of advancing troops of 57 Division, heading towards Kilinochchi. Separately, SLAF MI-24 Helicopters raided LTTE strong point located east of Pudumurippukulam tank around 5.30 pm in support of troops of 57 Division. Troops march towards Kilinochchi; LTTE suffered heavy damages in confrontations - Kilinochchi Troops of Task Force 1 on mission to capture LTTE's heartland, Kilinochchi, had several confrontations with detected groups of LTTE terrorists in general area Nivil yesterday, 21 December. Army Soldiers attached to 582 Brigade have extended their defences destroying LTTE strong points observed in general area Nivil yesterday. Electronic Warfare sources confirmed that terrorists received heavy damages in intense fighting reported in the area. Troops also sustained minor damages. Meanwhile, troops of same formation attacked at LTTE bunker line last morning inflicting maximum damages to the enemy. Separately, army snipers deployed in 582 Brigade have taken three targets ahead of the own defence line in general area Nivil, the military report received from the battlefront said. Wanni exodus continue, 60 civilians seek protection with security forces- Mullaittivu 60 more civilians including 24 males and 36 females from the non-liberated areas of Mullaittivu District have arrived at Tanduwan general area, 4km Northwest of Nedunkerni today (Dec 22) morning. 59 Div troops extend their defences; LTTE body found - Mullaittivu Troops of 59 Division heading towards Mullaittivu had a series of clashes with LTTE terrorists in general area Kumulamunai yesterday (21 Dec) from morning hours, the military report received from the battlefront said. Two military formations, 591 and 593 Brigades, actively engaged in consolidating operations in newly gained areas confronted with groups of LTTE terrorists in Kumulamunai area, military sources said. Troops have found a body of LTTE terrorist killed along with two hand grenades during a search operation conducted following the confrontation, sources added Army sniper guns down a terrorist - Muhamalai Troops deployed in northern battlefront further strengthen their defence line conducting consolidating operation yesterday, 21 December. According to the military report received from the battlefront said that army snipers gunned down an LTTE terrorists ahead of the forward defence line in Muhamalai. Jets strike at identified LTTE positions, attack craft destroyed SLAF fighter jets made successive air sorties at identified terror targets located in Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu districts since 6.30 this morning (Dec 22). According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, 2 air raids were made at identified LTTE resistance positions, North and East of the Iaranamadu battlefront at 6.30a.m., and 8.20a.m., respectively. The sorties were made in support of the advancing 57 Division troops, the Spokesperson said. An LTTE craft beached North of the Mullaittivu lagoon was also confirmed destroyed in a separate air attack launched at around 7.10a.m., he further said. Situation Report on 23 December 2008 Situation Report on 23 December 2008 Civilian shot dead week after massive public demo against LTTE- Jaffna Suspected LTTE gunmen had assassinated a civilian at Nallur last morning (Dec 23), defence sources in Jaffna said. 9 civilians seek protection with security forces - Mullaittivu 9 civilians including 2 men, 3 women, a boy and 3 girls have sought protection with security forces in the recently liberated Otiyamalai area, at Welioya in Mullaittivu, Tuesday (Dec 23). 59 Div troops expand FDL at Kumulamunai: 4 terrorists killed, 9 wounded The established forward defence line (FDL) at Kumulamunai was further expanded, as troops of the 59 Division made fresh advances into LTTE held territory since early morning on Tuesday (Dec 23), Wanni security sources said. Sinna-Paranthan' falls to security forces: Over 20 terrorists killed, 5 bodies recovered- Kilinochchi Troops of the Task Force -1 now engaged in counter terrorist offensives West of Paranthan, consolidated 300m further southwards along the LTTE built earth bund cum ditch, reportedly capturing a terror strongpoint, 'Sinna-Paranthan' this morning (Dec 23). Situation Report on 24 December 2008 Situation Report on 24 December 2008 Five heavy claymore mines uncovered - Vavuniya Locally made heavy claymore mines were uncovered from Vavuniya area in a combined Army and Police search operation conducted today, 24 December. LTTE receives damage in confrontations - Jaffna front Troops deployed on northern battlefront further strengthen their defence line while forward dominating elements conducted limited operation targeting observed LTTE positions ahead of the own defence line. Army TF 1 thwarts LTTE counter attack- West of Paranthan Sri Lanka Army Task Force 1 soldiers crushed an LTTE counter attack launched at their forward boundary south of Chinna Paranthan area this morning (Dec 24). Army Task Force 3 bags LTTE airstrip - North of Ampakamam Sri Lanka Army Task Force 3 troops found an airstrip built by the LTTE terrorists from a jungle area south of Iranamadu tank this forenoon (Dec 24). Air Strikes on LTTE positions - Paranthan & Muhamali Sri Lanka Air Force has carried out 3 air strikes at LTTE positions in the Paranthan and Muahamalai area this morning (Dec 24). Soldier killed, 5 including 2 civilians injured in claymore explosion- Vavuniya A soldier was reported killed and 5 others injured including 2 civilian by-passers during an LTTE claymore mine explosion in general area Sundarapuram, Vavuniya, Wednesday (Dec 24) at around 1.20p.m. Civilian shot dead week after massive public demo against LTTE- Jaffna Suspected LTTE gunmen had assassinated a civilian at Nallur last morning (Dec 23), defence sources in Jaffna said. 59 Div troops expand FDL at Kumulamunai: 4 terrorists killed, 9 wounded The established forward defence line (FDL) at Kumulamunai was further expanded, as troops of the 59 Division made fresh advances into LTTE held territory since early morning on Tuesday (Dec 23), Wanni security sources said. Situation Report on 25 December 2008 Situation Report on 25 December 2008 TF1 advances towards Paranthan; LTTE receives heavy damages - Kilinochchi Troops of Task Force 1 further continued their march towards Paranthan after successfully averting LTTE's counter attacks to regain their lost battlefront fortifications in Sinna Paranthan area this morning, 25 December. SLAF raids LTTE defences - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have carried out two air raids targeting LTTE strong points observed in Kilinochchi front today, 25 December. 21 Tamil civilians including 9 children reach to security forces - Mullaittivu Twenty-one Tamil civilians including 9 children who were able to escape the LTTE's grip reached to security forces controlled area in Kokkuthuduwai, Mullaittivu seeking safety for their lives this morning, 25 December. Army snipers gun down more terrorists - Kilinochchi Troops of Task Force 1 (TF 1), who have thwarted the LTTE counter attack in south of Sinna Paranthan area last morning, continued their offensive towards Kilinochchi. Mulliyawalai LTTE terror bastion under-siege: terrorists sustain heavy damages- Mullaittivu 59 Division troops have entered the Mulliawalai township along the A-34 Oddusudan- Mullaittivu main road claiming soaring LTTE casualties after hours of heavy fighting that broke-out between troops and LTTE in the tactically important battle terrain since last evening (Dec 25). Situation Report on 26 December 2008 Situation Report on 26 December 2008 SLAF raids LTTE training base - Puthukkudiyirippu Air Force fighter jets made precision air sorties at an LTTE training base located in general area Piramantalkulam, North of the Paranthan -Puthukkudiyirripu road in Kilinochchi, this evening at 5.15. Twin air strikes at LTTE positions at Paranthan- Kilinochchi SLAF fighter jets made successive air sorties at identified LTTE strong points in general area Paranthan, Kilinochchi today (Dec 26) at around 7.30a.m. Situation Report on 26 December 2008 Situation Report on 27 December 2008 LTTE abducts 16 children from Catholic Church run orphanage - Dharmapuram LTTE terrorists had abducted 16 children from a Catholic Church run orphanage at Dahrmapuram in Kilinochchi on Friday (Dec 26), the church sources revealed. Air Force goes for terror leadership while army closing in LTTE HQ Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have carried out air strikes this morning (Dec 27) targeting two locations frequented by terrorist chief V. Prbhakaran. Continued clashes in Kilinochchi outskirts; TF 1 enters Nalanawakulam village Troops of the Army 57 Division and the Task Force fighting in the outskirts of Kilinochchi had continued clashes with the terrorists in the general areas of Adampan east, Adampan south, Iranamadu west and Sinna Paranthan east on Friday (26). Double blow to LTTE on 'boxing day': Mulliyawalai captured, Tanniyuttu under siege - Mullaittivu 59 Division troops have gained total control over the Mulliawalai township along the A-34 Mankulam- Mullaittivu main road Friday(Dec 26), following a fierce gun battle with LTTE that raged for over 36 hours, military sources said. Situation Report on 28 December 2008 Situation Report on 28 December 2008 LTTE suicide bomb blast near catholic church ; 08 killed ' 17 injured - Wattala LTTE terrorists have carried out a suicide bomb attack near the sacred St Ann's church, Hekitta, Wattla in the north of Sri Lankan capital this morning (Dec 28). Twin air strikes at LTTE resistance positions at Mullaittiuvu The SLAF fighter jets made twin air sorties this morning (Dec 28) at identified LTTE resistance positions, South of Mullaittiuvu. STF ambush LTTE movement: recover 4 bodies, seize weapons - Batticaloa Police Special Task Force (STF) personnel have sprung an ambush in general area Black Bridge at Chenkalady, Batticaloa, killing 4 terrorists today(Dec 28) morning. Navy destroys LTTE logistic boat killing four LTTE carders North East of Point Pedro Sri Lanka Navy destroyed an LTTE logistic boat killing four LTTE carders in the Northern seas 12 nautical miles North East of Point Pedro on the 28th of December 2008 around 0020 hrs. Situation Reports on 29th December, 2008 Situation Reports on 29th December, 2008 Steady progress at Wanni fronts: Troops advance towards Periya-Parantan Steady battle progress was reported at the Wanni battlefronts at Kilinochchi and Mullaittiuvu on Sunday (Dec 28) as security forces are now engaged in the final battles for the LTTE's remaining major garrison townships. Fighting was reported in the outskirts of Paranthan, Kilinochchi and Mullaittiuvu, with the multi-pronged military advances made dismantling remaining LTTE resistances in the areas. Task Force -1 troops have commenced marching towards Periya-Paranthan village along the B-69 main road since yesterday (28), and now positioned approximately 4km from the LTTE garrison at Paranthan. Yesterday's triumph marked consecutive defeats for the LTTE at the Kilinochchi battlefront within two days: On Friday, TF-1 captured the Nalanawankulama village. According to Wanni security sources, TF-1 troops have captured the heavily fortified LTTE built earth bund cum ditch from the Jaffna lagoon to Adampan village. Meanwhile, Task Force-2 troops marching from Nainamadu along the Puliyankulama- Nedunkerni main road have finally linked-up with the Task Force - 4 troops, 800m Southwest of Nedunkerni town on Sunday morning. According to Wanni military sources, troops have now gained total control of the Puliyankulama - Nedunkerni road. The 59 Division troops advancing in two major fronts towards Mullaittiuvu have come across stiff LTTE resistance with fighting reported in the outskirts of the Nanthikadal lagoon, security sources said. According to battlefield reports received, few soldiers have gone missing during the confrontations ensued with LTTE on Saturday. The main military thrusts are directed along the Oddusudan- Mullaittiuvu road and Alampil- Mullaittiuvu road. Earlier, on 26 Dec, 59 troops gained total control over Mulliyawalai and Taniyuttu, considered major LTTE concentration positions before Mullaittiuvu. The fall of these towns, have cutoff vital links to the main LTTE fortification at Mullaittiuvu from South. Meanwhile, security forces have handed over bodies of 8 terrorists killed during confrontations at West of Paranthan to the ICRC officials on Saturday, security sources said. 4 females were also among the killed, security sources added. SLAF jets raid LTTE defence line - Paranthan Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have raided LTTE defence line observed in west of Paranthan this afternoon, 29 December. The target was engaged at 4.15PM in support of troops of Task Force 1, Air Force spokesperson said. Earlier, the Air Force fighter jets carried out four successive air raids targeting LTTE positions in Kilinochchi front. Four successive air raids targeting LTTE positions - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out four successive air raids targeting LTTE positions in Kilinochchi today, 29 December. According to the air force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, speaking to defence.lk said that two air sorties were taken at 9.30AM and 10.30AM targeting observed LTTE resistance points in west of Kilinochchi. The air raids launched in support of troops of 57 Division heading towards LTTE heartland, Kilinochchi. Meanwhile, SLAF jets engaged LTTE strongpoint located west of Kilinochhci around 2.35PM. The air raid was carried out targeting a location from where LTTE terrorists launched stiff resistance on advancing troops of 57 Division. Separately, around 2.45PM, SLAF fighter jets raided LTTE gathering place located in Kilinochchi general area, air force spokesperson added. Troops of 57 Div step-up to Kilinochchi; LTTE vehicle ambushed Troops of 57 Division advanced further towards remaining LTTE strongholds in Kilinochchi front had several confrontations with detected group of LTTE terrorists yesterday, 28 December. Troops advanced under stiff resistance of terrorists captured LTTE fortification in general area south Adampan. Meanwhile, an LTTE vehicle was completely destroyed when the troops ambushed in the same area. A T-56 weapon was also uncovered from Adampan area while conducting consolidating operations. Army troops also sustained minor damages in confrontations Troops further strength Jaffna front Forward domination elements have launched attacks at observed LTTE targets while engaged in consolidating operations in northern battlefront yesterday, 28 December. Troops of 53 Division attacked at terror bunker in general area Ponnar and troops confirmed the bunker was destroyed. Meanwhile, army snipers deployed in 55 Division have taken two more targets yesterday, the military report said. Situation Reports on 29th December, 2008 Situation Reports on 29th December, 2008 Army TF 1 less than 2 km from away Paranthan Army Task Force 1 troops have beaten off the terrorists from Thadduwankoddy and Komarikudakulam areas lying 2 km West of the Paranthan junction this afternoon (Dec 30), battlefield sources said. Air Force pounds LTTE defences - Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force carried out 6 bombing missions and one helicopter assault at LTTE defences in Mullaittivu and Kilinochchi battlefronts today (Dec 30), said Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara. Terrorists to face another shocking maneuver Army 59 Div Troops of Sri Lanka Army 59 Division are in the process of making another shocking maneuver on the battlefield dragging the LTTE further closer to its certain defeat. Army Task Force 1 edging towards Paranthan junction Army Task Force 1 (TF 1) operating on the northern portion of the Kilinochchi battlefront yesterday (Dec 29) made further progress towards the strategically important Paranthan junction. Philanthropist presents school equipment to children of war heroes Philanthropist, Mrs. A.A.D.S.M.Athauda and her family have gifted 300 sets of school equipment to children of war heroes who are to attend schools from January 2009. Donation for war heroes The 10,000 bottles of ghee, donated for war heroes by Manel Mal Movement today morning (Dec 30). Army Receives Mortal Remains of seventeen War Heroes Army received dead bodies of seventeen soldiers from the ICRC at Omanthai Monday (Dec 29). LTTE agent held in Chennai The 'Q' Branch police on Saturday arrested an LTTE suspect who was allegedly acting as an agent of the LTTE in Chennai, the Hindu reported. Situation Report on 01 January 2009 Situation Report on 01 January 2009 Paranthan LTTE garrison captured: Troops make headway at Wanni battles The Paranthan LTTE garrison has been captured by the Task Force -1 troops today (Jan 01) early morning, following hours of bitter fighting ensued between troops and LTTE, military sources said. LTTE attempt to breach defence line averted; 15 LTTE bodies found - Mullaittivu Troops of 59 Division successfully averted another attempt of the LTTE terrorists to breached the defence line in north of Mullaiyaweli in Mullaittivu front this morning, 1 January. 49 Tamil civilians reach security forces - Kilinochchi 49 more Tamil civilians have reached to security force personnel in Task Force 1 seeking safety for their lives this morning, 01 January, defence sources said. Situation Report on 02nd January 2009 Situation Report on 02nd January 2009 Kilinochchi liberated- countdown to extinction begins for LTTE The 57 Division and the Task Force 1 of Sri Lanka Army today (Jan 2) scored the greatest victory in their noble battle against terrorism by liberating the Kilinochchi town, the so-called administrative hub of the LTTE terrorists. 59 troops lay siege south of Mullaittivu: LTTE taking heavy beating Troops of the 59 Division now surging in multiple fronts towards LTTE's coastal garrison at Mullaittivu, have inflicted heavy damages to terrorists during fighting ensued at the battlefront yesterday (Jan 2), reportedly killing over two dozen of LTTE terrorists and injuring similar numbers. LTTE carries out desperate suicide blast - Slave Island LTTE after its ignominious defeat in Kilinochchi has carried out a desperate suicide blast in front of the Air Force camp , Slave Island down the C.A. Gardiner road at 5.15 this evening (Jan 2). Army 57 Div links up with TF1; control established on A-9 from Omanthai- Paranthan Sri Lanka Army 57 Division troops approaching Kilinochchi town from the South have linked up with troops of the Task Force 1 advancing from the North this afternoon (Jan 2). Situation Report on 03rd January 2009 Situation Report on 03rd January 2009 Military hardware recovered during search operation - Kandy Acting on reliable information received the Kandy Police has recovered a cache of military hardware during a search operating conducted at Rathwatte estate, Matale, Saturday (Jan 3), at around 10.20a.m. Minor bomb explosion near Red Mosque - Petta A minor bomb explosion was reported near the Red Mosque at Bangasala Street, Pettah, Colombo, today (Jan 3) at around 4.55p.m. SLAF raids 'sea tiger' base in Mullaittiuvu: LTTE on the run SLAF fighter jets made precision air strikes at LTTE's main sea tiger base located in the coastal stretch of the Mullaittiuvu lagoon, Saturday (Jan 3) at around 2.10 p.m. Twin air assaults at identified LTTE positions in Mullaittiuvu Air Force MI-24 helicopter gunships made successive air assaults at identified LTTE positions in support of the advancing 59 Division troops at Mullaittiuvu today (Jan 3) around 6.15a.m., and 10.30a.m. STF recovers claymore mine during search operation - Ampara Special Task Force (STF) personnel while conducting a cordon and search operation in general area Kalmunai, Ampara, have recovered a 3kg weighing claymore mine, Saturday (Jan 3) at 12.30 p.m. 3 LTTE forced recruits surrender with security forces- Welioya 3 LTTE terrorists have surrendered with security forces at Welioya, Saturday (Jan 3) after fleeing from LTTE in Mullaittiuvu, MCNS sources said. Situation Report on 04th January 2009 Situation Report on 04th January 2009 TF 4 troops enter Oddusuddan township - Mullaittivu Troops of Task Force 4 who have continued their advances further northwards after capturing Nadunkeni have entered Oddusuddan township by this afternoon, 4 January. LTTE receive heavy damages in confrontations; 12 LTTE bodies found - Mullattivu front Troops of 59 Division had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists while engaged in consolidating operation to extend own defence line through out the day, 4 January. Two air attacks targeting LTTE gathering places - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force carried out air sorties targeting LTTE gathering places observed in northeast of Kilinochchi and east of Paranthan areas this afternoon, 4 January. SLAF raids LTTE defences - Oddusudan and Elephant Pass Sri Lanka Air Force MI 24 helicopter gunships have raided LTTE defences today, 4 January, to assist ground troops advancing in Mullaittivu and Kilinochchi fronts. Situation Reports on 24th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 05th January , 2009 Troops clear A-34 from Mankulam to Tanniyattu Troops of Army 57 Division, Task Force 3 and Task Force 4 have opened up the A-34 road (Mankulam- Mullaittivu) road up to Tanniyuttu, following recent counter terrorist operations on the Mullaittivu battlefront, reveal battlefield sources. FULL STORY Troops lay siege South of EPS: Overrun LTTE foothold at Kurinchattiv and enters Thamilamadam Troops of the Task Force-1 have reached the southern outskirts of Elephant Pass (EPS), the South most LTTE stronghold in the Jaffna peninsula after series of heavy clashes with the terrorists. Situation Reports on 06th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 06th January , 2009 Troops overrun LTTE's 2nd line of defence at Muhamalai: Scores killed in fighting- Jaffna Troops have overrun the highly fortified LTTE's second line of defence at Muhamalai, during a swift incursion made, gaining 500m odd ground territory from LTTE today (Jan 6) morning. Situation Reports on 08th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 07th January , 2009 58 Div troops enter Murasumoddai Township Following days long fighting, troops of 58 Division (Earlier Task Force 1) have entered into the Murasumoddai Town perimeter by this afternoon, 7 January, the latest military report received from the battlefront said. LTTE guns down and hangs fleeing civilians LTTE has threatened civilians in the areas still held by it with death as traitors if any attempt made to flee. To prove they are serious of this threat they have displayed bodies of 3 civilians near the Ponnambalam hospital at Puthukkudiyiruppu. MI-24 Helicopters raids LTTE gathering - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopter gunships have raided LTTE gathering place observed in Mullaittivu front this morning, 7 January. Situation Reports on 08th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 08th January , 2009 Terrorist lose more ground in Jaffna Peninsula; Troops liberate Soranpattu Soldiers of Sri Lanka Army 55 Division have liberated Soranpattu village this evening (Jan 8), said the defence sources in the Jaffna peninsula. Troops Liberate Murasumoddai; more escape routes opened for civilians under terror clutches Soldiers of Sri Lanka Army 58 Division have liberated Murasumoddai, a key township located on the A-36 road (Paranthan- Mullaittivu), this afternoon (Jan 8). Pallai liberated Sri Lanka Army soldiers have liberated the Pallai town this morning (Jan 8). According to the defence sources in the battlefront, troops of Army 53 Division operating in the Jaffna theatre, have liberated the town after beating off the terrorists. Air Strikes at LTTE positions - Wanni Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have carried out two more air strikes targeting LTTE terrorists now loosing the battle in Wanni. Situation Report on 09 January 2009 Situation Report on 09 January 2009 Point Pedro reunited with Dondra Head Victorious Sri Lanka Army today (Jan 9) fully liberated the 325 km stretch of Jaffna- Kandy (A-9) road from terrorist hold after 23 years. 25 Tamil civilians reach Omanthai seeking safety A group of Tamil civilians who were held by the LTTE terrorists have reached Omanthai, Vavuniya seeking safety for their lives this evening (Jan 09), military sources said. 7 killed, including 4 civilians in LTTE claymore bomb attack- Morawewa Seven people including 3 Air Force personnel were killed and 6 more civilians reported injured in an LTTE triggered claymore bomb attack at Morawewa, this morning, 9 January. Troops eliminate LTTE infiltrators - Vavuniya Troops of Army 61 Division manning the defence in Vavuniya confronted with a group of LTTE infiltrators detected in the Pampemadu area around 6, last evening (Jan 8). More civilians seek protection with Army As the gates of LTTE's mono ethnic hellhole further crumbles with Army counter terrorist operations, a continuous influx of civilians have been experienced in the embattled areas in Wanni. Situation Report on 10 January 2009 Situation Report on 10 January 2009 LTTE's airstrip in Mullaittivu captured LTTE's another airstrip located in general area Keppapularu, 6.5Km northwest of Mullayavalai town centre in Mulaittivu has been captured by the troops of 59 Division on offensive march towards Mullaittivu today, 10 January. North & South reunited; National Flag & Army flags flying high at EPS Historical occasion was marked Saturday (10) morning by the troops of Security Forces-JAFFNA (SF-J) and Security Forces-Wanni (SF-W) who hoisted the National Flag, Army Flag and other military formation flags at the Elephant Pass symbolizing the much awaited link of the Jaffna Peninsula with the mainland along the of A-9. LTTE fires at escaping civilians; 7 civilians killed - Kilinochchi Seven innocent Tamil civilians including two children, on their way to cleared areas seeking protection for their lives, were gunned down by the LTTE terrorists this morning, 10 January. Intense fighting in Vaddakachchi; 3 LTTE dead bodies found - Kilinochchi east Troops of 57 division continued their advances further eastwards from Kilinochchi to gain control remaining LTTE fortifications in the area. Army soldiers had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists detected in Vaddakachchi and Iranamadu areas yesterday, 9 January. 58 Div troops uncover 11 LTTE bodies, weaponry during search operations- Kilinochchi Troops of the 58 Division while consolidating positions North of Murusamoddai have uncovered 11 LTTE bodies and a cache of military hardware, yesterday (Jan 9), security sources said. 'The greatest impediment for Tamils is the LTTE' says Ramaswamy Cho Ramasway, India's leading and popular columnist, writing in the Economic Times said the contention that the only outfit that could get the Tamils to obtain their rights is wrong and in fact they are... Situation Reports on 11th January, 2008 Situation Reports on 11th January, 2008 Air Force Jets target LTTE hideouts - Chundikulam Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets destroyed an LTTE attack boat hidden in the Chundikulam lagoon this morning (Jan 11). Air Force spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara said that the jets carried out the air strikes targeting the boat and the withdrawing terrorists from the Jaffna peninsula. He confirmed that the boat was destroyed and the terrorists suffered heavy damages in the air raid. He said that another air strike was carried out at 1 PM targeting the withdrawing terrorists in the same area. The Jaffna Peninsula connects with the mainland at Chundikulam. The terrorists now losing the battle in the Jaffna peninsula are withdrawing a cross the Chundikulam sanctuary towards Puthukkudiyiruppu. Troops advance further into Mullaittivu jungle Troops of the Army 59 Division (59 Div), Task Force 2 (TF 2), Task Force 3 (TF 3), and Task Force 4 (TF 4) are slowly but steadily making their way across the Mullaittivu jungle that lies in the middle of the area what is now known as the terror triangle. The thick forest that stretches its boundaries to Iranamadu tank to the west, A-35 (Paranthan- Mullaittivu) road to North and A-34 (Mankualam- Mullaittivu) road to South is known to be the area where the LTTE terrorists would have their final hiding places. Troops of 591 Brigade operating under Army 59 Div made further progress towards their advance along the northeastern coast in the island ,towards Mullaittivu yesterday (Jan 10). Troops engaged in daylong clashes with the terrorist in the South of Chilawatte area and extended their forward boundaries further closer to the LTTE's main military bastion. Troops of 592 Brigade advancing northwards from Mulliyawali engaged in pitched battles with the terrorists during the day and claimed heavy damages to the terrorists. During searches, troops found one T-56 riffle, three hand grenades and over 1700 ammunition used for Light Machine Guns. Meanwhile, troops of 593 Brigade flanking 592 Brigade from the West found the fourth and the largest airstrip of the LTTE yesterday. The airstrip was located in the jungle of Pirappuvedduvan area, about 9 km north of the A-34 road. TF 2 troops marching northeastwards from Mankulam found a large terrorist base abandoned by the terrorists from Aiyamperumal area . Troops have found 12 partly constructed buildings, a conference hall, a kitchen, a medical care room, and a warehouse in the camp. It is believed that over 200 LTTE cadres had been accommodated in the camp before troops reached area. TF 3 troops operating in the East of Iramadu tank had several confrontations with the terrorist during afternoon hours. In the North of Ampakamam area troops found two bodies of slain LTTE cadres. In the Alankulama area troops found 6 bodies of LTTE cadres along with 6 T-56 rifles. Meanwhile, TF 4 troops operating in the northeast of Oddusuddan had several confrontations in the jungle areas of Keridamadu and Kachchilamadu during daytime. Also, troops found one T-56 riffle during the searches. Situation Reports on 12th January, 2008 Situation Reports on 12th January, 2008 Tension looms in LTTE inner-circles as jets raid key LTTE hideout - Mullaittivu SLAF fighter jets made precision air strikes at a well identified LTTE hideout located in the jungles South of Puthukudiyirippu, Mullaittivu, today (Jan 12) at around 6p.m. According to Air Force Spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, the air raids were conducted targeting a key LTTE hideout believed frequented by the LTTE leader. With ground troops closing-in on the last LTTE bastions at Puthukkudiyirippu and Mullaittivu, LTTE terror chief Prabakaran is running short of safe houses and escape routes, defence sources said. The sources referring to the latest SLAF air strikes said that, the target was located in a thick canopy area at Venavil, one of the remaining hideouts of Prabakaran, who is kept in toes due to the multi-pronged air and ground assaults. LTTE communication is experiencing a standdown since the time of attack the sources said adding that, this is similar to the reaction shown by the outfit, when Tamilchelvan was killed. Exodus in Wanni soars: 'LTTE committing war crimes', say fleeing civilians 234 civilians among many who were children and underaged from the non-liberated areas at Kilinochchi and Mullaittivu, have sought protection with security forces on Sunday (Jan 11). The civilians were from Pothunakam, Kaddaikadu and Vathiran general areas who are said to have undergone unprecedented hardships under LTTE , Jaffna security sources said. Security officials speaking to defence.lk said that these civilians have made their way towards liberated areas evading LTTE killer squads sent to hunt fleeing people from the non-liberated areas. The people have come in seven groups through out yesterday since 8a.m., who were received by security forces and later sent to the IDP welfare centre at Jaffna. Meanwhile, a family of 4 Tamil civilians including 2 children have also sought protection with troops now operating in general area Iranamadu, at around 9.30a.m. The were people sent to the IDP welfare centre at Kilinochchi, security sources said. Separately, 5 more civilians, 3 males and 2 females from Vaddakkachchi area have also fled from LTTE and sought protection with security forces, security sources further said. Army 58 Division makes further headway on A-35 Sri Lanka Army 58 Division advancing on the west-east axis along the A-35 (Paranthan - Mullaittivu) yesterday (Jan 11) made a significant progress. Troops engaged remaining LTTE hideouts in the North of Murusamoddai and Vaddakachchi areas during the day. According to the battlefield sources , troops found 4 bodies of LTTE cadres along with two T-56 riffles following the clashes in the Murusamoddai area. Also, troops found 3 bodies of LTTE cadres following the clashes in the North of Vaddakachhci area. Air assaults at LTTE gathering points- Kilinochchi SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships and fighter jets made precision air assaults at two identified LTTE gathering points located in general area Iranamadu, in support of the advancing TF-3 and 57 Division troops this morning (Jan 12). According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, MI-24 helicopter gunships launched air assaults at an LTTE gathering point located 1km Southeast of the Iranamadu tank at around 8.15a.m. A separate air strike was launched by SLAF jets at an LTTE gathering point located 2km North of the Iranamadu Tank at 9a.m. LTTE resistance crumbles East of Kilinochchi: Troops make further inroads Forward domination elements of Army's 57 and 58 Divisions operating immediate east of the A-9 trunk road are making further inroads into LTTE's remaining garrisons at Vaddakkachchi, Theravikulam and Puthukudyirippu forcing terrorists to flee with soaring casualties, battlefield reports indicate. Fighting ensued between troops of the 57 Division an LTTE in separate locations in general areas at Periyakulam and Vaddakkachchi yesterday (Jan 11), since 6a.m., till 6p.m. Troops have also uncovered a decomposed LTTE body and a T-56 assault riffle while engaged in a clearing operation in general area Periyakulama at 2.15p.m. Meanwhile, 57 Div troops engaged in clearing operations at Kilinochchi have uncovered 4 anti-personnel (AP) mines yesterday, security source said. Troops have also destroyed an LTTE bunker overhead constructed in general area Iranamadu, sources further said. According to military reports received, at least 19 terrorists were killed and over a dozen injured during intermittent clashes reported between troops of the 58 Division and LTTE in separate locations, North of Vaddakkachchi, Velikkamdal and Iranamadu yesterday. Situation Reports on 13th January, 2008 Situation Reports on 13th January, 2008 10 successive air raids targeting LTTE defences, gathering places - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) carried out 10 successive air raids targeting observed LTTE gathering places and defence line in Mullaittivu from this morning, 13 January. Situation Reports on 14th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 14th January , 2009 Entire Jaffna Peninsula liberated; Troops capture Chundikulam Sri Lanka Army 55 Division soldiers this evening (Jan 14) liberated Chundikulam, the landmass that links the Jaffna peninsula with the mainland. Army troops find 5th LTTE runway-Iranamadu [Updated] Army troops of 632 Brigade (18 Vijayaba Regiment and 20 Sinha Regiment) have found the 5th LTTE runway, east of Iranamadu tank adjoining the old Kandy road which runs via Olumadu today evening, 14 January. The runway complex is 50m wide and over 1000m long, the sources said. The runway is situated in the thick jungle with a massive bunker line and a trench line around the runway complex with mine fields and booby traps. A hanger has been found in the complex and it is said that the fleeing terrorists who were unable to with stand the firepower of Army troops have damaged the complex. The clearings operations are underway. Army 58 Div reach outskirts of Dharmapuram Sri Lanka Army 58 Division sweeping down the A-35 road (Paranthan - Mullaittivu) on the West- East axis has reached the outskirts of Dharmapuram approximately 13Km from Paranthan, reveal battlefield sources During a confrontation erupted around 5.30 this morning (Jan 14), north of Dharmapuram, troops have found 3 bodies of LTTE cadres along with 3 T-56 riffles. Another confrontation erupted in the same general area at about 10.30 this morning and troops found 2 bodies of LTTE terrorists with 2 T-56 riffles in the subsequent search operation. Meanwhile, Army 55 Division soldiers marching down northeastern coast of the Island are in the process of dominating Chundikulam, the area that connects the Jaffna peninsula with the mainland. During yesterday's (Jan 13) operations in the area, army destroyed an LTTE boat with artillery fire . A senior LTTE sea tiger leader identified as "Lieutenant Colonel Thiru" was killed along with several others in this attack. 58 Div extends their defences; 3 LTTE terrorists surrendered Troops of 58 Division advancing further eastwards from A-9 Highway extending their defences amidst stiff resistance given by the terrorists, defence.lk correspondent in 58 Division said. Troops had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists in general area Dharmapuram yesterday, 13 January, inflicting heavy damages to the enemy. In a subsequent search operation conducted troops have found three bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during the confrontation along with 3 T-56 riffles. Meanwhile, three cadres manned on LTTE defence line in Dharmapuram area have surrendered themselves to the security forces, the military sources said. Speaking to our correspondent, the surrendees said that they were deployed on the LTTE defence lines forcefully. They urged remaining LTTE cadres to surrender themselves to save their lives as LTTE terrorists organization will never regain the area defeated. The surrendees were later directed to the rehabilitation centers established in the area. Situation Reports on 16th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 16th January , 2009 Troops crush LTTE resistances, liberate Dharmapuram- Kilinochchi Troops of the 58 Division led by Brigadier Shavendra Silva rattled remaining LTTE resistances and gained total control over Dharmapuram, in Kilinochchi District a key LTTE stronghold located along the A-35 Paranthan - Mullaittivu main road, today(Jan 15) at around 2p.m. According to Army media sources, Dharmapuram was a main terror bastion, frequented by senior LTTE terrorists. Troops are now engaged in search and clearing operations in the area, the sources further said. SLAF jets launch continuous air strikes at LTTE positions in Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jets launched precision air strikes at multiple LTTE targets located South of Mullaittivu and South of Chundikulam since 9.30 a.m., this morning(Jan 15). Situation Reports on 16th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 16th January , 2009 MI-24 Helicopters raid LTTE gathering place - Kilinochchi Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopters has launched air support missions targeting LTTE gathering places observed east of Dharmapuram in Kilinochchi this afternoon, 16 January. LTTE fortification having bomb factory, ammo dump found - Dharmapuram Troops of 58 Division extended their defences while advancing further eastwards into LTTE hiding areas in Kilinochchi front, defence sources said. While consolidating the defences in newly captured Dharmapuram village, troops have found an LTTE fortification including bomb manufacturing factory, ammunition dump, under ground bunkers, LTTE training camp and a few vehicles. A Scammal truck, 2 motor bikes, 1 tractor and a three-wheeler are among the vehicles found, military report said. Troops had confronted with LTTE terrorists in several occasions yesterday (15 Jan) inflicting heavy losses to the enemy. Advancing troops confronted with LTTE terrorists general area Kalavedditiadal morning hours yesterday. In a subsequent search operation troops have found three decomposed bodies of LTTE terrorists along with LTTE military items. 3 T-56 weapons and 1 I-Com set were also among the items found. 57 Div troops locate 6th LTTE 'air strip' - Iranamadu Forward domination troops of the 57 Division now operating East of Iranamadu Tank bund have located the 6th LTTE 'air strip', this morning (Jan 16). According to ground troops the air strip, 300m long and 15-20m wide is located Southeast of the Iranamadu tank bund, which is also said to be an extension of the existing road that runs parallel to the tank bund. "What we see here is more less than a conventional air strip but adequate for a shorter lift off", a military official said. According to available information, LTTE has used this mainly for training proposes of its 'rudimentary air wing' and hardcore fighters. Possibilities also exist that terrorists might have used this as an alternative landing pad, the sources further said. Troops are further engaged in clearing operations in the area, the sources said. 57 Div troops gain control over Iranamadu Tank bund- Kilinochchi The advancing 57 Division troops have gained total control over the Iranamadu Tank bund, following hours of heavy fighting with LTTE early this morning (Jan 16). Troops advancing eastwardly from the A-9 trunk road met with stiff LTTE resistance as ground troops claimed scoring heavy LTTE casualties. Unable to resist the intense military assaults terrorists have fled leaving dead and weaponry behind security sources said. Meanwhile, troops are also making further advanced towards Ramanathapuram, North of Iranamadu, security sources said. Situation Reports on 26th September 2008 Situation Report on 17 January 2009 Army TF 2 piercing Muthiyankadu jungle; LTTE is losing its last hideouts Soldiers of Army Task Force 2 advancing north from the A-34 road (Mankaulam- Mullaittivu) are now piercing thick Muthiyankadu jungle, where the LTTE terrorists are withdrawing into from all directions. Ramanadanpuram liberated Sri Lanka Army 57 Division declared Ramanadanpuram liberated from LTTE terrorists this afternoon (Jan 17). According to the battlefield sources, the soldiers of 571 and 572 brigades after several days of fighting entered to the Ramanadapuram built up last night and completed mop up operations short while ago. Air Force Jets bomb LTTE Defence line - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out air strikes targeting LTTE defence line in the South of Mullaittivu at 11 , this morning (Jan 17). Situation Report on 18 January 2009 Situation Report on 18 January 2009 59 Div troops recover 3 LTTE bodies, 5 weapons- Mullaittivu Troops of the 59 Division have found 3 LTTE bodies and 5 T-56 assault riffles in general area Puthukkudiyirippu in Mullaittivu, yesterday (Jan 18) Wanni security sources said. Army 59 Div captures LTTE camp and a boat manufacturing factory- South of Puthukkudiyiruppu Sri Lanka Army 59 Divisions soldiers lead by Brigadier Nandana Udawatta yesterday (Jan 17) entered into the South of Puthukkudiyiruppu jungle areas. Twin air assaults at identified LTTE positions- Mullaittivu SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships made twin air assaults at identified LTTE positions including a mortar launching pad in support of the advancing 59 and 57 Division troops, Sunday (Jan 18). Heavy fighting in Mullaittivu frontier: Troops seize LTTE weapons Heavy fighting that erupted between troops and LTTE in several locations at the Mullaittivu battle frontier has left over 40 terrorists killed and 35 wounded Saturday (Jan 17). 21 more civilians flee LTTE hell hole, seek protection with security forces- Wanni 21 more civilians have fled from LTTE and sought protection with security forces at Omanthai and Puliyampokkarani areas, Saturday (Jan 17), according to Wanni security sources. Situation Reports on 19th January, 2009 Situation Reports on 19th January, 2009 LTTE underground fuel storage found - Dharmapuram Troops of 58 Division while conducting further consolidating operations in Dharmapuram area, Mullaittivu, have found 300 fuel barrels which had been buried by the LTTE terrorists this morning, 19 January. TF-3 troops confront with terrorists; 4 LTTE bodies found - Mullaittivu Troops of Task Force 3 (TF3) heading towards Viswamadu have confronted with a group of LTTE terrorists in general area northeast of Ampakamam in Mullaittivu during the day hours today, 19 January. SLAF raids LTTE defences - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force have launched three successive air raids targeting LTTE defences in Mullaittivu during the day hours today, 19 January. 2 civilians hacked to death by LTTE at Maligawila Two civilians were slaughtered while Three others escaped injured when terrorists attacked a group of people who were looking after cattle at Maligawila in Moneragala, Sunday (Jan 18) at around 6.30p.m. Troops continue the offensive; terrorists receive heavy damages - Chundikulam Troops of 55 Division on offensive march have confronted with groups of LTTE terrorists causing heavy damages to the enemy from last morning, 18 January. Situation Reports on 20th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 20th January , 2009 Counter terror ops continued amid heavy resistance - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Army 58 Division encountered heavy resistance from the terrorists today (Jan 20) as troops extended their boundaries further eastwards down the A-35 road (Mullaittivu- Paranthan ). Army Task Force 2 & 3 give heavy beating to LTTE - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Army Task Force 2 soldiers operating east of the Udayarkattukulam tank and the Task Force 3 soldiers operating south of the Vishvamadukulam tank, in the Teravil-Odduddan forest reserve have been engaged in heavy confrontations with the terrorists since this morning (Jan 20). According to the latest battlefield reports, troops of 6 Vijayaba Infantry Regiment (6 VIR) belonging to the Task Force 2 have sprung an ambush targeting the terrorists detected in the East of Udayarkattukualm around 8 AM. During subsequent search, troops have found 4 bodies of slain LTTE cadres, 1 T-56 riffle and a motor vehicle. Elsewhere, troops of 8 Sinha Regiment (8 SR) of the Task Force 2 have captured a terrorists base around 8.10 AM. Battlefield reports revealed that 5 well fortified overhead bunkers and a hut were found in the captured base. The Task Force 3 troops have confronted a group of terrorists detected south of Vishvamadukulam area around 8.40 AM. Three bodies of slain LTTE cadres along with three T-56 riffles have been found during subsequent search. Heavy losses to LTTE in yesterday's offensives - Mullaittvu Multi pronged offensives undertaken by Army 57, 58 and 59 Divisions and the Task Force 2,3 and 4 at LTTE's last remaining strongholds in Mullaittvu caused heavy damages to the terrorists yesterday (Jan 19). Troops of Army 57 Division now operating in the Kalmadukulam area, south of A-35 road (Mullaittivu- Paranthan) had several confrontations with the terrorists during daytime. One light machine gun (LMG) and two T-56 riffles were found following the clashes. Troops of Army 58 Division operating north of the A-35 also had several confrontations during the day and found two LTTE bodies and three T-56 weapons. A snipers deployed in the forward areas, northeast of Dharmapuram confirmed shooting down of 5 terrorists. Meanwhile, troops of 59 Division advancing on the south- north axis towards Mullaittivu and Puthukkudiyiruppu, had daylong confrontations with the terrorists. Troops further expanded their forward boundaries south of Mullaittivu along the northeasters coast of the Island crushing heavy resistance from the terrorists. Also, snipers deployed in the forward areas confirmed shooting down of 2 LTTE cadres, south of Mullaittivu. Separately, troops operating west of Puthukkudiyiruppu had several confrontations with the terrorists. Troops during search operations found 2 decomposed bodies of LTTE cadres with two T-56 weapons. In a similar incident occurred in the Marathampuval area, intercepted LTTE radio transmissions reveal heavy damages to the terrorists. Troops of 59 Division manning the rear area ambushed a group of terrorist infltrators in Jayasinghapura last night. During subsequent search, troops found one body of an LTTE cadre, one T-56 riffle fitted with a silencer, three hand grenades along with ammo and several other military gear. Troops of Task Fore heading to Theravilkulam , had many confrontations with the terrorists in the Udayarkattu Kulam during the day . Troops captured 4 terrorists bunkers and an armour plated container fitted with air conditioning system, 3 temporary huts , and several other LTTE fortifications built in different locations in the area. Meanwhile , troops of Task Force 4 also operating in the Udayarkattu Kulam an west of Puthukkudiyiruppu areas had daylong clashes with the terrorists . Troops found one T-56 riffle and 15 AP mines during these operations Navy recovers 2 LTTE bodies off Mullaittivu 2 bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during the sea confrontation with Navy, yesterday, were recovered while floating in the seas off Mullaittivu, Tuesday (Jan 20). LTTE infiltrator gunned down- Nochchimodai Troops of Sri Lanka Army 56 Division manning the defence Nochchimoddai , east of Vavuniya shot down an LTTE terrorist last night (Jan 19) . Troops found the body of the LTTE cadre along with a T-56 riffle. Situation Reports on 20th January, 2009 Situation Reports on 20th January, 2009 TF -2 captures Udayarakattukulam tank bund - Mullaittivu The advancing Task Force -2 troops have captured the Udayarkattukulama tank bund in Mullaittivu, after hours of fierce fighting that ensued with LTTE today (Jan 21). Security forces recover 6 LTTE bodies - Mullaittivu Troops of the task Force -3 while conducting search operations South of Visuamadu in Mullaittivu, have recovered 2 LTTE bodies along with 2 T-56 assault riffles today (Jan 21). Twin air raids at identified LTTE positions- Mullaittivu SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships and fighter jets made successive air sorties at identified LTTE positions at Visuamadu and Piramathalkulam in Mullaittivu, today (Jan 21). LTTE explodes bomb in Batticaloa; one killed, schoolchildren injured LTTE terrorists have carried out cowardly bomb blast targeting innocent civilians in the Batticaloa town this morning (Jan 21). According to the defence sources in the area, the bomb was fixed on push bicycle parked in front a boutique near the police station and exploded using a remote controlling device. Situation Report on 22 January 2009 Situation Report on 22 January 200955 Div advances southwards gaining more ltte hiding areas Troops of 55 Division commanded by Brigadier Prasanna Silva continued their offensive march further southwards gaining more remaining LTTE hiding areas in Kilinochchi today, 22 January. More LTTE vehicles found ; LTTE suffers heavy casualties in fierce confrontation Troops of 58 Division operating in the Puliyanpokkani area have extended their defences amidst stiff resistance of the LTTE terrorists from this morning, 22 January. Three air raids targeting LTTE defences - Mulliattivu Sri Lanka Air Force has carried out three successive air raids targeting LTTE defences today, 22 January. 'Looks like Prabakaran's last battle' says Indian Military Specialist As the Sri Lanka security forces move in for what they promise to be the closing call on the Tigers, Prabakaran's dream of a Tamil Eelam looks further than ever before... Two more LTTE mine factories & LTTE hit & run vehicles captured Task Force 2 (TF2) troops operating in the west of Puthukkudiyiruppu under the command of Brigadier Rohana Banadara found two more LTTE mine factories and one earth moving bachoe as of Wednesday (21) late evening. LTTE clamps on civilian influx; Mounts artillery batteries inside No-fire zones - Mullaittivu In its attempt to trigger a civilian crisis in Wanni, LTTE terrorists have reportedly drawn artillery batteries, heavy mortars and satellite bases inside civilian settlements and makeshift camps which were earlier declared as no-fire zones, military said citing civilian and ground sources. ICRC to enlighten Wanni civilians on new Safe Zone On a request made the security forces the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Vavuniya, has agreed to make possible efforts to enlighten the entrapped civilians in Wanni of the newly expanded Safe Zone declared in the Mullaittivu district since yesterday (Jan 21). Military items found - Welioya Army troops engaged in search and clear operations in general area Jayasinhapuram in Welioya have found military items yesterday, 21 January. Situation Reports on 23rd January , 2009 Situation Reports on 23rd January , 2009 Air Force jets, helicopter gunships continue raids at LTTE positions- Mullaittivu SLAF jets and MI-24 helicopter gunships continued air sorties at identified LTTE resistance positions in support of the advancing 59 Div, 57 Div and TF-3 troops at Mullaittivu, today (Jan 23). Multiple air attacks were carried out South of Mullaittivu, East of Visuamadu and Northeast of the Kalmadukulam Tank since 6.30 this morning, Air Force sources said. According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, the initial raid was conducted by fighter jets in support of the 59 Division troops, at an LTTE resistance position located South of Mullaittivu at around 6.30a.m. A similar raid was conducted Northeast of the Kalmadukulam Tank Bund in support of the 57 Division troops at 12.20a.m., the sources said. Earlier, at around 9.45a.m., MI-24 helicopter gunships launched close combat air assaults at an identified LTTE resistance position and defence line East of Visuamadu. The air assault was conducted in support of the Task Force -3 troops, the sources further said. TF- 4 troops uncover LTTE body, T-56 weapon - Mullaittivu A slain LTTE terrorist body and a T-56 assault riffle was uncovered by the Task Force -4 troops Friday(Jan 23), following a confrontation with a group of terrorist in general area Southeast of Puthukudiyirippu, Mullaittivu. Troops capture LTTE satellite camp and workshop, seize weapons - Mullaittivu Troops continued rattling remaining LTTE defence lines and satellite bases in the Mullaittivu battle frontier at Puthukudiyirippu, as TF-4 claimed capturing a well fortified LTTE camp site in the area yesterday(Jan 22). Terrorists were forced to flee with heavy damages as troops directed intense multi-frontal attacks at identified enemy positions in the area, security sources said. The camp site included 5 cement huts and 3 water tanks which was well hidden from aerial detection, under a thick canopy. Meanwhile, separate confrontations between troops and LTTE terrorists had ensued throughout yesterday, in general area West of Puthukudiyirippu the sources said. Troops have recovered 2x T-56 assault riffles in a search operation conducted in the area. Earlier, LTTE terrorists sustained heavy damages following two surprise assaults by forward elements of Task Force -4 in general area Puthukudiyirippu in Mullaittivu, Wednesday (Jan 21). Troops gained control over a terrorist satellite base located West of Puthukudiyirippu, and seized weapons, after an intense gunfire exchange with LTTE, security sources said. During subsequent search operations conducted, troops have found three 210Ltr petrol barrels, 02x container boxes and 03x water tanks. Meanwhile, a separate forward domination element of TF-4 has overrun an LTTE mechanical workshop camp, in the same area, security sources said. Troops have found 2x T-56 assault riffles, 04x generators and a few unusable vehicles, the sources further said. LTTE receives heavy beating at Kalmadu: retreat with heavy damages- Mullaittivu Fierce fighting was reported between troops and LTTE terrorists in general areas, Northeast of Kalmadu and Nethiliaru, South of the A-35 Paranthan-Mullaittivu main road since yesterday (Jan 23), which left scores of terrorists killed and many injured, Wanni security sources said. Army Task Force 4 captures two terror camps - Puthukkudiyiruppu Sri Lanka Army Task Force 4 operating in the Puthukkudiyiruppu south yesterday (Jan 23) captured two LTTE camps located in the area. LTTE receives heavy beating at Kalmadu: retreat with heavy damages- Mullaittivu Fierce fighting was reported between troops and LTTE terrorists in general areas, Northeast of Kalmadu and Nethiliaru, South of the A-35 Paranthan-Mullaittivu main road since yesterday (Jan 23), which left scores of terrorists killed and many injured, Wanni security sources said. Army Task Force 4 captures two terror camps - Puthukkudiyiruppu Sri Lanka Army Task Force 4 operating in the Puthukkudiyiruppu south yesterday (Jan 23) captured two LTTE camps located in the area. Situation Reports on 24th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 24th January , 2009 LTTE triggers 'humanitarian catastrophe': blasts off Kalamadukulam Tank bund - Mullaittivu [Updated] LTTE terrorists have blasted off the Kalamadukulam Tank bund this morning (Jan 24) in a desperate attempt to stall the multi-frontal military surge towards Visuamadu area, latest reports from the Mullaittivu battlefront said. "This is totally an inhuman act with least respect to the lives of innocent Tamil civilians entrapped in the area", a defence official said while urging worldwide condemnation for the terrorist act. MI-24 air assaults at LTTE resistance positions in Mullaittivu SLAF MI-24 helicopter gunships launched ground support air assaults targeting identified LTTE resistance positions located North of Udayarkattukulama and Visuamadu, Mullaittivu, since morning today (Jan 24). Situation Reports on 25th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 25th January , 2009 Mullaittivu liberated; LTTE main garrison captured Sri Lanka Army announced that troops of 59 Division, lead by Brigadier Nandana Udawatta, entered into the LTTE's main garrison town Mullaittivu, have gained total control over the Mullaittivu Township after completing the mop up operations conducted in the area by this evening, 25 January. Troops enter Mullaittivu; LTTE main garrison town falls Sri Lanka Army 59 Division soldiers lead by Brigadier Nandana Udawatta have entered the LTTE's main garrison town Mullaittivu this evening (Jan 25). Situation Reports on 30th January , 2009 Situation Reports on 30th January , 2009 57 Div troops locate high profile LTTE hideout - Visuamadu 12 SLSR (12th Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment) troops of the 57 Division under the command of Major General Jagath Dias have located a high profile LTTE hideout including an underground bunker while engaged in mop-up operations in the Visuamadu jungle, Friday (Jan 30). Sri Lanka Navy destroys LTTE suicide boat - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Navy attack boats deployed in the Mullaittivu seas have destroyed an LTTE suicide boat around 3 this morning (Jan 30). Situation Reports on 31st January , 2009 Situation Reports on 31st January , 2009 Troops overrun LTTE terror base, seize large haul of military hardware in Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army troops of the 58 Division have overrun an LTTE terror base located in a jungle patch Northeast of Piramanthalkulama, also reportedly seizing a large haul of military hardware today evening (Jan 31). LTTE sea tiger 'group leader' killed in confrontation - Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army, 58 Division infantrymen forced into an LTTE hideout in general area Piramanthalkulama, Mullaittivu, reportedly killing an LTTE sea tiger 'group leader' identified as Arivu, today (Jan 31)at around 12.50 p.m. Underground built two storied, luxury LTTE hideout found - Mullaittivu 11 SLLI (11th Sri Lanka Light Infantry) troops of the 58 Division now operating in general area Piramanthalkulama at the Mullaittivu battlefront have reportedly found a two storied underground LTTE hideout today (Jan 31). Situation Reports on 01st February, 2009 Situation Reports on 01st February, 2009 Army 58 Division scores string of battlefield victories against LTTE - Visuamadu Sri Lanka Army 58 Division soldiers yesterday (Jan 31) scored a string of victories against the LTTE terrorists in the Visuamadu area with a loaded collection of battlefield trophies. Army 59 Division breaches LTTE strongholds south of Puthukkudiyiruppu Sri Lanka Army 59 division soldiers operating West of Nanthi Kadal lagoon yesterday (Jan 31) breached the LTTE's heavily fortified defence south of Puthukkudiyiruppu, reveal battlefield reports. Clashes continue south of A-35 The Sri Lanka Army 57 Division, Task Force 3, Task Force 2 and Task Force 4 deployed south of A-35 road (Paranthan- Mullaittivu) continued to engage terrorists' pockets from Visuamadu to Puthukkudiyiruppu areas yesterday (Jan 31). Situation Reports on 02nd February, 2009 Situation Reports on 02nd February, 2009 Troops capture Prabakaran's main hideout: Terrorist to face inevitable defeat - Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army troops of the 11th Light Infantry (SLLI) under the 58 Division led by Brigadier Shavendra Silva have captured a main LTTE hideout, what is believed to be a major residential site of the terror leader Prabakaran. LTTE continues firing artillery from civilian safe zone in Mullaittivu Heavy fighting erupted between troops of the 59 Division and LTTE terrorists in general area West of the Nanthikandal lagoon in Mullaittivu, as ground troops confirmed inflicting serious damages to LTTE on Sunday (Feb 1). SLAF raids identified LTTE resistance positions in Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jets launched 6 successive air raids at identified LTTE resistance positions located West of Puthukudiyirippu and Northwest of the Mullaittivu lagoon today(Feb 2), since 10a.m. 96 civilians flee from LTTE: seek protection with security forces Despite LTTE fastening grip on the thousands of civilians entrapped in the outskirts of Mullaittivu, many have made their way towards the liberated regions under security forces seeking safety during the past few days. Troops avert LTTE suicidal attempt to wreck disaster: 'planned to destroy Iranamadu Tank bund' An LTTE attempt to destroy the Iranamadu Tank bund flooding an entire landscape with 2 military divisions while raging havoc on thousands of civilians entrapped in the region was successfully averted by Sri Lankan Army troops of the 57 Division recently. Air Force fighter jets targets LTTE strongholds- Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets carried out two separate missions yesterday (Feb 1) targeting LTTE strongholds in Mullaittivu. Situation Reports on 03rd February, 2009 Situation Reports on 03rd February, 2009 SLAF jets raid LTTE radar point in Mullaititvu lagoon Sri Lankan Air Force MiG -27 and K'Fir jets launched precision air sorties at an LTTE radar point cum sea tiger command center located in the Mullaittivu lagoon, today (Feb 3) at around 11.20a.m. According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, the target was confirmed destroyed. LTTE triggered humanitarian crisis unfolds in Mullaittivu A group of 73 Tamil civilians who fled from LTTE terrorists in general area Piramanthalkulama, sought protection with troops of the 58 Division this morning (Feb 3), revealing what could be described the most treacherous acts against norms of modern civilization perpetrated by the internationally banned terrorist outfit. LTTE while defying both the international media and aid agencies through propaganda footages have drawn large numbers of people into the battlefront across the declared no fire zones, through sheer intimidations, a military official said citing the escapees. According to the civilians, the latest group of escapees from the LTTE captivity, terrorists are continuing with their heinous crimes unabated also keeping both civil servants and local aid workers under house custody. "People are given T-56 weapons, grenades, ammunition containers, RPGs following a few hours of 'crash weapon training' and sent to the battlefront along with their fighters", a civilian was quoted as saying. "We managed to flee after we were dragged to the LTTE forward lines. We left our weapons and made a desperate run across the thick jungle amidst a flurry of small arms fire from the LTTE. Some, we believe were caught by the LTTE, whose faith would be decided by the organization with severe punishment under 'treachery', the civilian further said. Citing on the revelations made by the civilians, defence officials are of the view that stringent measures should be concentrated immediately to end the LTTE from taking on more civilians as victims for its separatist cause. Situation Reports on 04th Feb, 2009 Situation Reports on 04th Feb, 2009 Troops capture Chalai Security Forces engaged in the final phase of the battle against the LTTE terrorism in Wanni further bottled in the LTTE cadres into a limited area with troops taking full control of Visuamadu and the LTTE's last Sea Tiger base Chalai in the North of Mullaitivu, Military sources said. Army, Air Force foil LTTE bid to breach defence line - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Army 59 Division and the Task Force 4 with the assistance of Sri Lanka Air Force fighter craft have foiled an LTTE bid to breach the Mullaittivu defence line. Exodus triggers as LTTE push civilians to the battlefront- Mullaittivu Despite LTTE terrorists tightening grip over civilians entrapped in the Mullaittivu district, people are fleeing in large numbers toward the liberated zones under security forces, military said. Deputy sea tiger leader killed; fall of Chalai imminent Adding another huge setback for the LTTE terrorists in Wanni battlefront the Deputy LTTE sea tiger leader and three other sea tiger leaders were killed in a fierce confrontation took place in north of Chalai yesterday, 4 February, the latest military sources in battlefront said. Child suicide bomber sent to army frontline in Chalai Sri Lanka Army sources said that the LTTE had sent a child suicide bomber to attack the Army 55 Division frontline yesterday (Feb 4). According to the sources, the child suicide bomber possibly between 13-16 years of age had exploded himself around 8.30 PM after reaching the soldiers in guise of a civilian seeking refuge with them. Situation Reports on 05th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 05th February, 2009 800 more civilians reached security forces A large number of civilians reached to security forces controlled area though the LTTE terrorists limited the civilian moment cutting off possible escaping routs available. SLAF raids senior LTTE leader's hideout - Puthukkuddiruppu Sri Lanka Air Force Mig-27 jets raided LTTE command center and senior LTTE leaders' hideout in general area Puthukkudiruppu this morning, 5 February. SLAF raids LTTE positions - Puthukkudyiruppu Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have raided identified LTTE positions in northeast and north of Puthukkudyiruppu junction this morning, 5 February. Situation Reports on 06th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 06th February, 2009 SLAF jets raid high profile LTTE hideout in Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Air Force K'Fir and F-7 fighter jets launched precision air strikes at a high profile LTTE hideout located 1km Northeast of the Puthukkudiyiripu junction in Mullaittivu, this evening (Feb 6). 57 Div troops capture a main base complex of LTTE's 'Radha Regiment' - Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army troops of the 57 Division operating East of Visuamadu have taken total control over a main base complex of the LTTE's 'Radha Regiment', Friday (Feb 6) morning. LTTE defences in Mullaittivu crumble with intensified aerial attacks Sri Lankan Air Force MiG, K'Fir and F-7 fighter jets along with the MI-24 helicopter gunships have launched decisive aerial attacks at identified LTTE resistance positions and hideouts since yesterday morning (Feb 5). Situation Report on 7 February 2009 Situation Report on 7 February 2009 LTTE 'mech infantry" type intrusion turns fiasco; 15-20 terrorists killed Sri Lanka Army 14 Gajaba Regiment and Armoured Corps soldiers operating at the 59 Division frontline have foiled an attempted LTTE intrusion by an improvised armoured personnel carrier this afternoon (Feb 7). LTTE ground resistance crushed in air raids; an artillery gun destroyed - Puthukkudiyiruppu Sri Lanka Air Force launched a series of air strikes targeting location where LTTE gave heavy ground resistance to advancing troops in Puthukkudiyiruppu today (Feb 7). Situation Report on 8 February 2009 Situation Report on 8 February 2009 Troops uncover military hardware during search operations- Kilinochchi 57 Division troops while conducting search operation in general area Ramanathpuram and Visuamadu have made several recoveries of hidden LTTE weaponry and mines, yesterday (Feb 8). Security forces enter Sugandirapuram: 7 LTTE bodies uncovered - Mullaittivu Troops of the 58 Division pushed through the LTTE barricade at Sugandirapuram, North of Irruttumadu and entered the township yesterday (Feb 8), despite intermittent LTTE resistance attacks. Situation Report on 8 February 2009 Situation Report on 9 February 2009 LTTE continues targeting tamil civilians: suicide bomb attack at idp rescue centre - Kilinochchi At least 30 people including 10 civilians were killed and 64 others including 40 civilians reported injured when an LTTE woman suicide bomber blew herself at an IDP rescue centre, North of Visuamadu in Mullaittivu this morning (Feb 9) at around 11.30 a.m. Widespread condemnation of LTTE suicide attack on Tamil civilians fleeing terror There is widespread condemnation of the suicide bomb attack carried out by the LTTE at a centre for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) North of Visuamadu in Mullaittivu this morning (Feb 9), in which 30 persons were killed and 64 wounded. SLAF raids sea tiger facility - North of Mullattivu lagoon SLAF Kfir and MIG-27 fighter jets launched air sorties targeting LTTE sea tiger facility located north of Mullaittivu lagoon this morning, 9 February. Over 4500 Tamil civilians reach security forces seeking safety - Mullaittivu As the security forces further shrinking LTTE hiding areas, 4701 more Tamil civilians who were kept as hostages by the LTTE terrorists have crossed over to liberated areas from the Puthukudiyirippu in Mullaittivu amidst heavy beating and shooting by the LTTE, during the last 24 hours, 9 February, defence sources said. Situation Reports on 10th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 10th February, 2009 784 more Tamil civilians reach troops of 58 Division Seven hundred and eighty four Tamil civilians who were kept as hostages by the LTTE terrorists have crossed over to liberated areas from the north of Puthukudiyirippu in Mullaittivu yesterday, 10 February, amidst heavy beating and shooting by the LTTE terrorists, defence sources said. More LTTE military items found Troops have found more warlike items, left behind by the fleeing LTTE terrorists, while conducting a search and clear operation in general area Asikulam, Vavuniya yesterday, 10 February. 240 patients brought to Trincomalee hospital from non liberated areas Two hundred and forty patients who were in the hospitals in non-liberated areas between Mullaittivu and Chalai were taken to Trincomalee by the Sri Lanka Navy with the assistance of ICRC officials yesterday, 10 February. Situation Reports on 11th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 11th February, 2009 58 Div locates Huge LTTE printing press - Mullaittivu Troops of 58 Division commanded by Brigadier Shavindar Silva have located a huge LTTE printing press while conducting consolidating and search operations in general area Sugandhirapuram, Mullaittivu, this morning, 11 February, military sources said. Situation Report on 12 February 2009 Situation Report on 12 February 2009 'No fire zone' declared further facilitating civilian safety The Sri Lankan security forces headquarters in Wanni, in response to the worsening plight of the thousands held hostage by LTTE terrorists in Mullaittivu, has declared a new Civilian Safety Zone (CSZ), with effect from Thursday (Feb 12). Army 58 Div makes significant gains on battleground- North of A-35 Sri Lanka Army 58 Division maneuvering north of the A-35 road (Paranthan- Mullaittivu) has been fighting pitched battles with the terrorists in the Kuppilankulam and Tamarankulam areas since last week Troops avert LTTE attempt to cripple normalcy - Jaffna An LTTE gunman succumbed swallowing a cyanide capsule while another was shot dead fleeing, after firing at troops engaged in a route clearing patrol near the Terunaveli junction in Jaffna, today (Feb 12) at around 12.30p.m. Situation Reports on 13th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 13th February, 2009 1657 Civilians reach to government controlled area A total of 1657 Tamil civilians who were kept as hostages by the LTTE terrorists have crossed over to the liberated areas throughout yesterday, 13 February, as security forces have extended more withdrawal routes for the innocent civilians. 58 Div troops inflict damages to enemy; 2 LTTE bodies uncovered - North of A-35 Troops of 58 Division presently operating in north of A-35 road (Paranthan - Mullattivu) had several confrontations with LTTE terrorists in general area Kuppilankulam yesterday, 12 February, while on offensive to gain more LTTE hiding areas. According to the defence sources, intense fighting reported in general area Kuppilankulam last afternoon inflecting heavy damages to the enemy. Two bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during the confrontation later uncovered in a search operation conducted in the area. 2 x T-56 weapons, 1 x communication set, and a motor cycle were also among the items uncovered, military report received from the battlefront said. Meanwhile, army snipers deployed 581 Brigade have gunned down two LTTE terrorists ahead of the defence line in Kuppilankulam in two separate occasions. Troops of 57 Div uncovered more LTTE military items and vehicles - Visuamadu Troops of 57 Division have uncovered more LTTE military items and vehicles while conducting further consolidating operations in general area Visuamadu yesterday, 12 February. Infantrymen of 16 Sri Lanka Light Infantry (16 SLLI) have uncovered 68 claymore mines along with many other mines from general area west of Visuamadu while conducting a search operation. 45 x claymore mines weighing of 12Kg, 23 x claymore mines weighing of 2.5Kg-7.5Kg, 15 x pressure mines, 11 anti-personnel mines and 25 x Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were among the recoveries. Meanwhile, troops of 3 Gajaba Regiment (3GR) serving under 572 Brigade have uncovered Maruti car from general area Visuamadu. Separately, a Ashok Leyland bus which had been left away by the fleeing terrorists was also found by the troops of 16 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment (16 SLSR) serving under 574 Brigade, military sources said. 373 more people seek protection with security forces- Mullaittivu A total of 373 civilians had made their way into the liberated areas North of Visuamadu, Kuravilkulam and Kuppilankulama and sought protection with security force during the past 48 hours, security sources reported. Situation Reports on 14th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 14th February, 2009 59 Div rattles LTTE resistances; seize military hardware- Mullaittivu The 59 Division troops operating in general area Wadduwakal in the Eastern Mullaittivu coast surged into LTTE forward resistance positions inflicting heavy damages to LTTE also seizing a cache of military hardware, yesterday (Feb 14). Troops thwart LTTE sabotage attempt to destroy transformer - Jaffna Sri Lankan Army soldiers providing security to a transformer in general area Awarankal in Achchuweli, Jaffna have successfully thwarted an LTTE sabotage attempt to blast off the transformer, reportedly killing two terrorists and recovering a haul of military hardware and medical equipment yesterday (Feb 14) at around 10.40p.m. LTTE terrorists attack bus carrying IDPs; mother of a Catholic priest killed - Pulliyankualam The LTTE terrorists attacked a bus carrying Tamil civilians with a hand grenade and small arms fire killing one and injuring over 13 others at 1.30 AM today at Pulliyankualam (Feb 14). Air Force fighter jets pound Sea Tiger boat hideout - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets destroyed a boat hideout of the LTTE terrorists located in the Vellamulla Vaikkal area in Mullaittivu this evening (Feb 14). Air Force Fighter jets pound LTTE suicide boats - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have pounded on several LTTE suicide boats located on the beach north of Mullaittivu at 10.35 this morning (Feb 14). Situation Report on 15 February 2009 Situation Report on 15 February 2009 59 Div rattles LTTE resistances; seize military hardware- Mullaittivu The 59 Division troops operating in general area Wadduwakal in the Eastern Mullaittivu coast surged into LTTE forward resistance positions inflicting heavy damages to LTTE also seizing a cache of military hardware, yesterday (Feb 14). Troops thwart LTTE sabotage attempt to destroy transformer - Jaffna Sri Lankan Army soldiers providing security to a transformer in general area Awarankal in Achchuweli, Jaffna have successfully thwarted an LTTE sabotage attempt to blast off the transformer, reportedly killing two terrorists and recovering a haul of military hardware and medical equipment yesterday (Feb 14) at around 10.40p.m. LTTE terrorists attack bus carrying IDPs; mother of a Catholic priest killed - Pulliyankualam The LTTE terrorists attacked a bus carrying Tamil civilians with a hand grenade and small arms fire killing one and injuring over 13 others at 1.30 AM today at Pulliyankualam (Feb 14). Air Force fighter jets pound Sea Tiger boat hideout - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets destroyed a boat hideout of the LTTE terrorists located in the Vellamulla Vaikkal area in Mullaittivu this evening (Feb 14). Air Force Fighter jets pound LTTE suicide boats - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets have pounded on several LTTE suicide boats located on the beach north of Mullaittivu at 10.35 this morning (Feb 14). Situation Report on 16 February 2009 Situation Report on 16 February 2009 SLAF raids LTTE resistance point - south of Puthukkudiyiruppu Sri Lanka Air Force MI-24 helicopters have raided LTTE strong point observed in south of Puthukkudiyiruppu junction this morning, 16 February. Two LTTE 130mm artillery barrels found - Puthukkudyiruppu west Troops of 5 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment (5VIR) serving under 533 Brigade led by Lt Col Jayanath Jayaweera have found two 130mm artillery barrels from general area west of Puthukkudyiruppu... 108 civilians flee amidst indiscriminate LTTE attacks: seek protection with security forces: 108 Tamil civilians have fled from LTTE terrorists and sought protection with Sri Lankan Army and Navy troops at Point Pedro, Pulmoddai and North Visuamadu since yesterday morning (Feb 15). Troops of 57 uncover a large quantity of LTTE military items - Visuamadu Troops of 571 and 572 Brigades serving under 57 Division operating in Visuamadu area are continuing search and clear operations in recently liberated areas while strengthening own defences, defence sources in battlefront said. LTTE suffers heavy losses in a confrontation, more LTTE military items found - south of Sugandirampuram Troops of 58 Division have confronted with LTTE terrorists detected in general areas Ampalavanpokkanai, south of Sugandirapuram, while consolidating in recently liberated areas, the military report received from the battlefront said. Situation Reports on 17th Feb, 2009 Situation Reports on 17th Feb, 2009 Army 58 Division dominating west of Puthukkudduyiruppu Troops of Sri Lanka Army 58 Division are now in the process of dominating the entire Puthukkuduyiruppu western area, the latest battlefield reports reveal. The soldiers have manoeuvred from north of A-35 road (Paranthan- Mullaittivu), crossing several waterways and eliminated terrorist strongholds on their way before they reach their current positions. According to available information, troops have collected 14 bodies of LTTE cadres during yesterday's clashes while another 9 bodies along with 9 T-56 weapon have been collected today itself. Navy rescues 19 Tamil Civilians fleeing from LTTE Clutches in the Seas off Nayaru Sri Lanka Navy rescued nineteen (19) Tamil civilians who were fleeing from the LTTE clutches in a fiber glass dinghy on the 16th February 2009 in the seas off Nayaru around 11.40 a.m. The group consisting of seven (07) males, six (06) females and six (06) children was safely brought to Pulmudai. 57 Div uncovered more LTTE military items - Visuamadu Troops of 571, 572 and 574 Brigades engaged in search and clear operations in recently liberated area in Visuamadu uncovered LTTE military items and vehicles left away by the fleeing terrorists. More LTTE military items found from Puthukkudiyairippu Troops of 533, 593 and 632 Brigades under command to 53 Division on consolidating operations in Puthukkudiyairippu have found more LTTE military items confronted with LTTE terrorists inflecting heavy damages to the enemy in several occasions yesterday, 16 February. 440 Tamil civilians in LTTE grip brought to Trincomalee hospital Four hundred and forty civilians including 315 patients who had been trapped by the LTTE terrorists as human shield have been brought to the naval camp in Trincomalee yesterday, 16 February. One complete LTTE 130mm artillery gun found - Puthukkudyiruppu west Troops of 5 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment (5 VIR) of 533 Brigade commanded by Lt Col Jayanath Jayaweera, who found two 130mm artillery barrels last morning (16 Feb), were able to locate the remaining accessories of one complete artillery gun including the wheels of the gun carrier by the evening, defence sources said. Situation Reports on 18th Feb, 2009 Situation Reports on 18th Feb, 2009 LTTE's largest fuel distribution center captured - Puthukudiyiruppu Troops of 641 and 642 Brigades serving under Task Force 4 (TF 4) have confronted with LTTE terrorists with several occasions yesterday, 18 February, while on offensive towards Puthukudiyiruppu built-up entrapping terrorists to less than 100 Sq Km, defence sources said. Three LTTE infiltrators killed; LTTE military items found - Oddusudan Troops of 533 Brigade serving under 53 Division attacked at group of LTTE terrorists detected in general area Oddusudan last morning, 18 February, while engaged in further consolidating operations in recently. More catholic priests from Wanni receive Tender Hospitality Four more members of the clergy from Ceylon American Mission in Visuamadu after vacating Tiger-held areas have managed to arrive in Omanthai two days ago. Heavy confrontations result more damages to LTTE; 5 LTTE bodies found - Puthukkudiyiruppu Infantrymen of 58 Division engaged in moping operations in Puthukkudiyiruppu area confronted with a group of LTTE terrorist last morning, 18 February. Troops make further inroads at Puthukkudiyirippu: LTTE confined to mere 100sq.Km's Following days of intense fighting security forces have made decisive inroads into the LTTE's remaining garrison township at Puthukkudiyirippu, entrapping LTTE to a mere 100sq.km area in the Mullaittivu jungle. 57 Div troops uncover 50 AP mines, 32 claymore mines in search operations - Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army troops of the 57 Division have uncovered 50 anti-personnel (AP) mines, 32 claymore mines, one thermo-baric weapon and a decomposed LTTE body during a search operation conducted in general area Visuamadu, Mullaittivu yesterday (Feb 18). Situation Reports on 19th Feb, 2009 Situation Reports on 19th Feb, 2009 Partially burnt 2 LTTE aircraft found in Puthukkudiyirippu - Mullaittivu Security forces now pushing into the last LTTE bastion town at Puthukkudiyirippu in Mullaittivu have come across two partially burnt LTTE aircraft, which military believe were under construction, Thursday (Feb 19). LTTE underwater scooters, diving kits found - west of Puthukudiyirippu Infantrymen of 58 Division further advanced into LTTE hiding area entering Ampalavanpokkanai town perimeter have found underwater scooter, diving kits, oxygen cylinders and many other diving equipments from west of Puthukudiyirippu area today, 19 February. Troops enter Ampalavanpokkanai town Troops of 58 Division entered into the Ampalavanpokkanai town perimeter after capturing Puthukudiyirippu west by Thursday, 19 Feb, Army Headquarters said. Another food shipment to Mullaitivu Barely 48 hours after the Government transported 46 MT of food and medicine to uncleared areas of Mullaitivu using sea routes on Tuesday, another vessel carrying a fresh stock of essential food items and medicine to the same area, was scheduled to leave Trincomalee today, 19 February evening. Situation Report on 20 February 2009 Situation Report on 20 February 2009 The 'last-night-flight'- security forces nail LTTE's rudimentary 'air wing' Now cornered in a mere 87sq.km land patch in the Mullaittivu district the psycho terror chief Prabakaran may have thought to showcase a stunt out of his sleeves on Friday (Feb 20) in the Colombo skies pushing for a turn of tables, drawing skeptical analysis from the 'Colombian elites' ... LTTE air raid thwarted; both terrorist aircraft destroyed - Colombo The latest reports indicate that both LTTE aircraft entered into the Colombo aerospace were destroyed by the air defence system. 4th batch of sick and wounded Tamil civilians trapped in Mullaithivu evacuated under Naval escort The fourth batch of 397 sick and wounded Tamil civilians along with their immediate families was evacuated under the Naval escort on Friday, 20th February 2009. Entire Amplavanpokkani area comes under army control Sri Lanka Army 58 Division troops have brought the entire Ampalavanpokkani area under their control this afternoon (Feb 20). Heavy loses to LTTE in Puthukkudiyirippu; 17 terrorists killed - Mullaittivu Troops of the 58 Division operating in general areas North and West of Puthukudiyirippu have engaged decisive blows to remaining LTTE resistances in the area, reportedly killing 17 terrorists and injuring 10 others on Friday (Feb 20). Viksund Asia donates speedboat for Coastguard Viskund Asia Private Limited, a boat manufacturing company affiliated to the Board of Investment has donated a brand new speedboat to the Ministry of Defence Sri Lanka. Air Force strafes terror reinforcements - Puthukkudiyiruppu Sri Lanka Air Force has bombed an LTTE reinforcements detected close to the Puthukkudiyiruppu junction this evening (Feb 20). Army Poised to Liberate Last Town Under Terror Clutches Sri Lanka Army offensive elements are gradually encircling the Puthukkudduyirppu built-up, the last town to be liberated from terrorist clutches. Three storied underground bunker found - Puthukkudiyiruppu South Sri Lanka Army Task Force 8, currently operating under the Army 53 Division found a three storied underground bunker from the Puthukkudiyiruppu South area last evening (Feb 20). Situation Reports on 19th Feb, 2009 Situation Reports on 21st Feb, 2009 12 civilians killed, 6 injured in brutal LTTE village massacre at Kirimetiya in Iginiyagala 12 civilians including 2 children were killed while 6 others including 2 children reportedly sustained serious injuries when a group of LTTE terrorists opened indiscriminate small arms fire at civilians in Kirimetiya at Rathmalgaha Ella, in Iginiyagala today (Feb 21) at around 5p.m. Death toll at LTTE village massacre counts 14, 9 others including children injured - Karametiya [corrected version] According to finalized reports the death toll at the LTTE village massacre at Karametiya has risen to 14 civilians, while 9 others including children had sustained serious injuries on Saturday (Feb 21). Haul of LTTE 'military' hardware uncovered in Visuamadu- Mullaittivu Troops of the 57 Division while engaged in search and clearing operations in general area Visuamadu have uncovered a haul of LTTE 'military' hardware including 50 anti-personnel (AP) mines, 7 claymore mines and 313 hand grenades yesterday (Feb 21). Scores of terrorists killed in Purthukkudiyirippu fighting: Troops encircle last LTTE enclave Heavy fighting continued between troops and LTTE terrorists West of Puthukkudiyirippu and East of Ampalavanpokkanai since yesterday (Feb 21) morning as counter terrorist operations entered its last phases in Mullaittivu, military sources said. Situation Report on 22nd February 2009 Situation Report on 22nd February 2009 23 Tamil civilians flee from LTTE, seek protection with security forces- Jaffna 23 Tamil civilians including 8 children have fled from LTTE terrorists grip and sought protection with security forces in Jaffna this morning (Feb 22). Situation Reports on 23rd February, 2009 Situation Reports on 23rd February, 2009 Navy rescues Twelve Tamil civilians fleeing from LTTE hostage Twelve Tamil civilians fleeing from the LTTE hostage were rescued by the Sri Lanka Navy in the seas of Mullaithivu on the 22nd February 2009 around 1030 hrs 58 Div troops thrash terrorist resistances; capture sections of LTTE built earth bund at Kombavil- Mullaittivu Troops of the 58 Division have forced into general area Northwest of Puthukkudiyirippu and gained control over sections of the LTTE built earthbund at Kombavil, also recovering 3 LTTE bodies and 2 T-56 weapons yesterday(Feb 22). According to battlefield sources, LTTE terrorists have put-on stiff resistances which were successfully neutralized by the advancing 58 Division infantrymen. The terrorists have built an earth bund running North to South fortifying the Iranapali area, which is considered a key LTTE foothold in Northeast Puthukkudiyirippu, the sources said. Security forces have now encircled Puthyukkudiryirippu town and positioned in some 400m striking distance, military sources said. The 58 Division and Task Force- 8 troops are now leading the two main offensive fronts into the last LTTE stronghold. A large LTTE boat, boats manufacturing yard and LTTE torture camp found - west of Puthukudiyirippu Troops of 58 Division on final phase of the Wanni liberating offensive uncovered the largest LTTE boat ever found during the Wanni offensive from northwest of Puthukudiyirippu yesterday, 23 February. 58 Div further advances into Puthukkudiyiruppu Intense fighting ensued with troops of 58 Division and LTTE terrorists yesterday, 23 February, as troops further advanced into LTTE's remaining stronghold, Puthukkudiyiruppu, causing heavy damages to the terrorists, military report received from the battlefront said, 23 February. More LTTE warlike items found - Puthukkudiyiruppu Troops of 57 Division have found more LTTE warlike items while conducting search and clear operations in general area Puthukkudiyiruppu yesterday, 23 February. 53 Div inflicts heavy damages to terrorists - Puthukkudiyiruppu Infantrymen of 53 Division continued their offensive operations to fully liberate the Wanni region and the innocent Tamil civilians trapped by LTTE terrorists inflicting heavy damages to the enemy. Navy rescues 56 Tamil civilians from LTTE clutches Sri Lanka Navy rescued fifty six Tamil civilians who were fleeing from the LTTE clutches in the seas of Mulaithivu on the 23rd February 2009 around 0600 hrs. Situation Reports on 24Th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 24Th February, 2009 LTTE infiltration bid foiled- Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Army 59 Division soldiers today (Feb 24) foiled an attempted infiltration bid by the LTTE terrorists in Mullaittivu. According to battlefield sources, heavy fighting have erupted as troops of 1 Sinha Regiment (1SR), and 9 Field Engineers intercepted a group of terrorist trying to infiltrate army forward boundary east of the Nanthikadal lagoon this morning. A large LTTE boat, boats manufacturing yard and LTTE torture camp found - west of Puthukudiyirippu Troops of 58 Division on final phase of the Wanni liberating offensive uncovered the largest LTTE boat ever found during the Wanni offensive from northwest of Puthukudiyirippu yesterday, 23 February. A boats manufacturing yard and LTTE torture camp were also uncovered in further search and clear operations military sources said. 58 Div further advances into Puthukkudiyiruppu Intense fighting ensued with troops of 58 Division and LTTE terrorists yesterday, 23 February, as troops further advanced into LTTE's remaining stronghold, Puthukkudiyiruppu, causing heavy damages to the terrorists, military report received from the battlefront said, 23 February. More LTTE warlike items found - Puthukkudiyiruppu Troops of 57 Division have found more LTTE warlike items while conducting search and clear operations in general area Puthukkudiyiruppu yesterday, 23 February. 53 Div inflicts heavy damages to terrorists - Puthukkudiyiruppu Infantrymen of 53 Division continued their offensive operations to fully liberate the Wanni region and the innocent Tamil civilians trapped by LTTE terrorists inflicting heavy damages to the enemy. 533 and 682 Brigades under command to 53 Division confronted with LTTE terrorists in several occasions yesterday, 23 February. Navy rescues 56 Tamil civilians from LTTE clutches Sri Lanka Navy rescued fifty six Tamil civilians who were fleeing from the LTTE clutches in the seas of Mulaithivu on the 23rd February 2009 around 0600 hrs. Situation Reports on 25Th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 25Th February, 2009 Fierce confrontations in Puthukudiyiruppu; 8 LTTE bodies found Fierce confrontations reported in north of Kombavil as troops of 58 Division advanced further into the LTTE's last stronghold, Puthukudiyiruppu yesterday, 24 February, latest military report received from the battlefront Huge LTTE arms and ammunition consignment uncovered - Chalai A huge arms, ammunition and explosive consignment which had been buried secretly by the fleeing terrorists in general area Chalai in Mullaittivu was uncovered by the troops of 55 Division this morning, latest military sources said. LTTE 130 mm Guns Tested - Mullaittivu Test-Firing of the two LTTE 130 mm guns captured recently was conducted Wednesday (25) after they were repaired at the SLEME (Sri Lanka Electrical & Mechanical Engineers) workshop and the Artillery Brigade. More LTTE military items found - west of Putthukkudiruppu Troops of 621 and 622 Brigades serving under Task Force 2 (TF2) have found more warlike items left behind by the fleeing terrorists while conducting search and clear operations yesterday, 24 February, military report received from the battlefront said. TF 3 uncovered LTTE warlike items in search operations Task Force 3 (TF3) deployed in the to conducting further consolidating operations in recently liberated areas has found more military items left behind by the fleeing terrorists from general area Iranamadu, Ampakamam and Mankulam areas yesterday, 24 February, military report said. Situation Reports on 26Th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 26Th February, 2009 A "Newspaper Editor" arrested in connection with LTTE suicide air attack- Colombo Sri Lanka police arrested N. Vidyadharan , editor of the Tamil language newspaper Sudaroli in connection with the recent LTTE suicide air raid today (Feb 26). Army rescues 19 civilians from LTTE clutches The soldiers of Sri Lanka Army 58 Division have rescued 19 more Tamil civilians from LTTE clutches in Puthukkudiyiruppu today (Feb 26), defence sources reveal. LTTE suicide bomb factory, Soosai's bunker captured - west of Puthukkudiyiruppu Infantrymen of 58 Division following fierce confrontations were able to capture the LTTE sea tiger leader Susai's camp and suicide bomb manufacturing camp located in west of Puthukkudiyiruppu yesterday, 25 February. LTTE leaders' luxury life exposed; a swimming pool located A swimming pool which is believe to be used by the high profile LTTE leaders have been located by the troops of 58 Division advancing towards LTTE's only remaining stronghold, Puthukkudiyiruppu built-up, yesterday, 25 February. Fall of Puthukkudiyirippu imminent: Troops thrash last LTTE resistances- Mullaittivu Troops of the 58 Division and Task Force -4 continued forcing into the last LTTE garrison township yesterday (Feb 25), in three offensive fronts from Northwest, west and south at Puthukkidiyirippu as ground troops positioned for a final thrust towards the remaining LTTE foothold, security sources said. Situation Reports on 27th February, 2009 Situation Reports on 27th February, 2009 Heavy fighting in Puthukudiirippu; terrorists flee leaving behind their arms Intense fighting reported in general area Ampalavanpokkanai and Puthukkudiyiruppu, yesterday, 26 February, as troops of 58 Division further gained control over more LTTE hiding areas pushing LTTE terrorists further into Puthukkudiyiruppu built-up, military sources said. Infantrymen of 10 Sri Lanka Light Infantry (10 SLLI) serving under 581 Brigade have confronted with LTTE terrorists in general area Ampalavanpokkani in morning hours inflicting heavy damages to the enemy. Intercepting LTTE communication channels, it is further confirmed that terrorists suffered heavy losses. In subsequent search operations conducted in the area troops have found 2 bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during the fighting along with military items left behind by the fleeing terrorists. 8 x 81mm mortar booby traps, 35 x hand grenades, 1 x T-56 weapon and 1 x I-Com set were among the items uncovered. LTTE makes desperate attempts to hold Puthukudiyiruppu; an LTTE ground commander killed Troops of 1 Gajaba Regiment (1 GR) and 4 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment (4 VIR) on 681 Brigade has heavily confronted with LTTE terrorists in general area Puthukudiyiruppu as LTTE terrorists making stiff resistance on advancing troops for defending the LTTE's last stronghold, Puthukudiyiruppu built-up yesterday, 26 February. An LTTE ground commander, known as Shankar, who led the battle against security forces in Puthukudiyiruppu area, was killed during the fighting, ground troops claimed. Intercepting LTTE transmission it is confirmed that 14 LTTE terrorists were killed while 30 others suffered injuries during the hours long fighting. Meanwhile, troops of 18 Gemunu Watch (18 GW) of 641 Brigade serving under Task Force 4 (TF4) have engaged with LTTE terrorists in several occasions in general area Puthukudiyiruppu right through out the day, 26 February. Intense fighting results heavy damages to the enemy, intercepting LTTE communication channels ground troops confirmed. Heavy fighting commenced around 7.30 AM and lasted till 5.30 PM, military report said. Navy rescues 59 Tamil Civilians fleeing from LTTE Clutches in the North-eastern Seas Sri Lanka Navy rescued 59 Tamil civilians who were fleeing from the LTTE clutches in five fiber glass dinghies on the 26th February 2009 in the North-eastern seas. Army snipers gun down two terrorists - Mullauttivu Troops of 591 and 592 brigades on advance along the coastal belt in Mullaittivu under 59 Division continued their offensive march gaining control more LTTE areas through out yesterday, 26 February. Army snipers deployed in forward defences have gunned down two LTTE terrorists in morning hours, military report received from the battlefront said. Meanwhile, troops have found LTTE military items left behind by the terrorists while conducting a search and clear operation in the recently gained areas. 2 x T-56 weapons, 5 x T-56 Magazines and 3 x hand grenades were also among the items uncovered, military report said. TF 3 on consolidating operations found LTTE military items Task Force 3 (TF3) deployed for further consolidation operations in newly gained areas in Mullaittivu has found more warlike items left behind by the fleeing terrorists yesterday, 26 February. Troops of 5 Sri Lanka Signal Corps (5 SLSC) under command to 573 Brigade uncovered 15 anti-personnel mines and a few other military items left behind by fleeing terrorists while conducting search and clear operations in Vadekailkulam and Mutaliyarkulam areas. 5 x 81mm mortar trappings and 6 x 81mm mortar bombs were among the items recovered, military report received from the battlefront said. Meanwhile, troops of 631 Brigade have found flowing list of military items while conducting search and clear operations in Mankulam and Karuppaddamurippu areas yesterday. 81mm mortar trappings -03 Light Machine Gun barrel -01 Detonators 15 Safety fuse 05 Detonator codes (1.5m each) 06 Situation Report on 01 March 2009 Situation Report on 01 March 2009 Another 281 civilians rescued from terror clutches with navy assistance - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Navy has facilitated rescuing of 281 civilians held captive by the LTTE terrorists in Mullaittivu. Anti-terrorist demonstration held in front of British MP Keith Vaz's office- UK Following the very successful protest in London against LTTE terrorism organised by Sri Lankans against Terrorism, SLAT UK, a further protest, initiated by Mr Anura Madagedera and Mrs Rani Bulathwela, was held in Leicester on Saturday(Feb 27) in reply to MP Keith Vaz's request for a ceasefire in Sri Lanka. Essentials to North via A-9 Social Services Minister and the Jaffna district parliamentarian Douglas Devananda has taken the initiative to transport essential items like food, medicine and fuel to the Jaffna peninsula via A-9 highway which will be opened for military transportation from today. Situation Report on 02 March 2009 Situation Report on 02 March 2009 Navy rescues 31 Tamil Civilians fleeing from LTTE Clutches off Nayaru Sri Lanka Navy rescued 31 Tamil civilians who were fleeing from the LTTE clutches in two fiber glass dinghies on the 02nd March 2009 off Nayaru. The group consisted of 17 adults (08 males and 09 females) and 14 children. 9 civilians flee from LTTE: Humanitarian operations continue in Mullaittivu Military continued its multi-frontal assaults at the remaining LTTE stronghold at Puthukkudiyirippu with fighting now reported in the outskirts of the garrison town. 58 Division troops kept pushing the LTTE defences at Ampalampokkanai, also killing at least 6 terrorists and injuring 4 others during yesterday's (March 2) confrontations. 7th Batch of Patients and Civilians trapped in Mullaithivu evacuated with Naval Assistance The Navy assisted the evacuation of the seventh batch consisting of 157 patients and civilians on 02nd March 2009 on board "Seruvila 2". The evacuation of patients and civilians trapped in LTTE Clutches in the un-cleared areas in Mullaithivu is being carried out under the ICRC flag. Situation Report on 03 March 2009 Situation Report on 03 March 2009 LTTE heavy artillery gun barrels and accessories found - Sugandhipuram Troops of 572 Brigade led by Colonel Senarath Bandara serving under 57 Division found three 130mm heavy artillery gun barrels and one 122mm artillery gun barrel from the Sugandhipuram area Monday (3 March) morning. Massive stocks of explosives, lethal weapons on display A massive haul of weapons, ammunition and other warlike military hardware recovered from Tiger terrorists in Udayarkattu village by 572 Brigade troops during search operations within a matter of only a week is now kept for display from today (3) under the instructions of its Brigade Commander Colonel Senarath Bandara. Situation Reports on 04th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 04th March, 2009 Troops aim at eastern coast; terrorists desperately fighting on their last stand Troops of 58 Division and Task Force 8 after liberating Puthukkudiyiruppu have commenced an eastward thrust towards the coast, defence sources reveal. The LTTE terrorists lost the last town under their clutches as Puthukkudiyiruppu fell to the Sri Lankan soldiers yesterday (Mar 3). Police and CDF personnel avert possible LTTE infiltration - Buttala Sri Lankan Police and Civil Defence Force personnel today (Mar 4) averted a possible infiltration of LTTE terrorists to remote villages in the Buttala area, defence sources said. LTTE takes heavy beating as troops close-in on last LTTE stronghold- Mullaittivu Troops of the Task Force- 8 operating under the overall command of 53 Division made further advances into the remaining terrorist resistance positions located further Northeast of Puthukkudiyirippu junction yesterday (March 3). Colossal mortar & mine producing LTTE factory found 57 Division troops operating in Visuamadu area during a search carried out into deep jungles on Monday (2) after the area was brought under them came across an LTTE mass-scale mortar and bomb manufacturing factory that used metal, granite, iron and chemicals for production of explosives. Startling huge 10 ft tall experimental bombs & model aircraft among discoveries Startling discoveries that are being made from Tiger strongholds amply prove that terrorists, thanks to technology that has been smuggled into the country during their heyday, have been experimenting on their own at will with money sent from the Diaspora. Situation Report on 05 March 2009 Situation Report on 05 March 2009 Troops avert LTTE infiltration bid; 33 LTTE bodies found - South of Chalai Troops of 55 and 58 Divisions have successfully averted LTTE infiltration attempt causing heavy loses for the LTTE terrorists in early hours this morning, 5 March. Troops aim at eastern coast; terrorists desperately fighting on their last stand Troops of 58 Division and Task Force 8 after liberating Puthukkudiyiruppu have commenced an eastward thrust towards the coast, defence sources reveal. New agricultural projects in cleared areas Agriculture Development and Agrarian Services Minister Maithripala Sirisena said moves are under way to introduce agricultural projects in the cleared areas of the Vanni and fully liberated Eastern Province with the use of international funds. Army snipers gun down 7 LTTE terrorists - Mullaittivu Army snipers deployed in 591 Brigade in general area Mullaittivu have gunned down seven LTTE terrorist ahead of the own defence line right throughout the day, 4 March, military report received from the battlefront said. TF2 uncovers more LTTE used equipments - Udayarkattu Infantrymen of 8 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment (8 SLSR) of 621 Brigade serving under Task Force 2 (TF2) have uncovered more machines and equipments including warlike items which had been left behind by the fleeing terrorists from general area Udayarkattu yesterday, 4 March, military report said. Situation Reports on 06th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 06th March, 2009 Further clearing operations to hunt more LTTE infiltrators According to the latest reports received from the battlefront troops are now continuing further search and clearing operations to hunt more LTTE infiltrators who have made a desperate attempt to breach the security forces defences during the early hours on Friday, 5 March. LTTE shootout at fleeing civilians: 3 killed, 2 wounded - Mullaittivu 3 civilians were killed and 2 wounded following an indiscriminate LTTE gunfire attack this morning (March 6), at a group of civilians who were fleeing from the declared no fire zone at Mullaittivu. 184 civilians flee from LTTE, seek protection with security forces A group of 184 civilians from 62 families have fled from LTTE clutches and sought protection with security forces at Chundikkulama, Vethalaikerni and Kaddaikadu North of Mullaittivu yesterday (March 5). Navy rescues 39 Tamil Civilians fleeing from LTTE clutches in the North-eastern Seas Sri Lanka Navy rescued 39 Tamil civilians fleeing from the LTTE clutches in the un-cleared areas of Mullaittivu on the 05th March 2009. Situation Reports on 07th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 07th March, 2009 LTTE endgame reaching its final phase: scores killed in Mullaittivu battle At least 32 LTTE terrorists were killed and over dozen reported wounded during separate confrontations ensued between troops and LTTE in general area at Palamattalam, Tamarakulam and Puthukkudiyirippu at the Mullaittivu battlefront on Friday (March 6). Situation Report on 08 March 2009 Situation Report on 08 March 2009 LTTE takes heavy beating: 24 terrorist bodies, weapons uncovered - Mullaittivu As Mullaittivu battles reached its last phase LTTE terrorists made several desperate attempts in vain, to infiltrate the military forward defences which left over 100 terrorists killed and as many injured since Friday dawn (March 6). 57 Div confronts with terrorists; 8 LTTE bodies found - Mullaittivu Infantrymen of 57 Division confronted with LTTE terrorists in general area Visuamadu yesterday, 07 March, causing heavy damages to the enemy, military sources said. More LTTE warlike items found - Mullaittivu Troops of Task Force 2 are conducting massive scale search operations in recently liberated areas in Mullaittivu district to free the area from LTTE land mines and trappings, defence sources said. TF 4 troops uncover AP mines - Oddusudan Troops of Task Force 4 (TF4) uncovered 23 anti personnel mines while conducting search and clear operation in general area Oddusudan yesterday, 07 Saturday. TMVP hands over its arms The Tamil Makkal Viduthalai Puligal (TMVP) symbolically handed over the arms that had been provided to its members for self defence and security in the wake of LTTE atrocities Saturday (7) afternoon during a brief ceremony at the Weber stadium in Batticaloa. Situation Report on 09 March 2009 Situation Report on 09 March 2009 LTTE receives heavy beating south of Chalai: scores killed, troops recover over 150 terrorist bodies- Mullaittivu At least 200 terrorists were killed, as many wounded and over 150 LTTE bodies recovered by Sri Lankan security forces, following heavy fighting that broke out between troops and LTTE since last Thursday (March 5), at the Mullaittivu battlefront South of Chalai and Palamathalan. Terrorists fire upon fleeing civilians, one receive injuries - Puthukkudiyiruppu East Forty-five Tamil civilians, who had been forcefully held by LTTE terrorists as human shields, have managed to reach security forces yesterday (8 March) seeking safety for their lives, defence sources in battlefront said. Water bowser, OBM and combat kits uncovered - Mullaittivu Troops of Task Force -2 and Task Force -4 engaged in active defences in general areas at Puthukkudiyirippu and Kachchilamadu, Mullaittivu have uncovered a few items dumped and concealed by LTTE during search operations conducted yesterday (March 8). Terrorist artillery fire on MV Bintan Hinders unloading of essential items for IDPs The cargo ship MV Bintan which carried essential items to civilians in the "Safe Zone" came under heavy LTTE artillery fire while being unloaded at Puthumatalan this morning (9) around 8.30 a.m. 144 people seek protection with security forces 144 Tamil civilians had sought protection with security forces on Sunday (March 8), arriving from the non-liberated patches at Mullaittivu, according to security sources. Situation Reports on 10th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 10th March, 2009 LTTE suicide bomber attacks Milad Festival - Akurassa The death toll of the brutal terrorist attack at the national Milad Festival in Sri Lanka , has risen to 14 while 46 others including a government minister were injured. An LTTE suicide bomber attacked the Jumma mosque at Godapitiya, in Akurassa , in the Matara district around 10.30 , this morning (Mar 10). According to the primary investigations , the suicide bomber had arrived at the place on a pushbike and exploded himself among the Islamic devotees proceeding to the mosque in a procession LTTE receives heavy beating South of Chalai: scores killed, troops recover over 150 terrorist bodies- Mullaittivu At least 200 terrorists were killed, as many wounded and over 150 LTTE bodies recovered by Sri Lankan security forces, following heavy fighting that broke out between troops and LTTE since last Thursday (March 5), at the Mullaittivu battlefront South of Chalai and Palamathalan. The 55 Division, 58 Division including Special Force (SF) and Commando troops comprehensively neutralized the LTTE offensive waves also seizing a large haul of weapons, security sources said. Security forces thwarted successive offensive attempts made by LTTE to infiltrate the military forward defences South of Chalai yesterday (March 8), which left over 100 terrorists killed and as many injured, battlefield sources reported. Fleeing teenager injured by LTTE fire A young female was injured when LTTE cadres indiscriminately fired at a group of civilians seeking protection with the Security Forces on Sunday in Puthukudiyiruppu. Situation Reports on 11th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 11th March, 2009 Buried LTTE aircraft parts uncovered The continuing spate of recoveries of LTTE arms and ammunition, sophisticated equipment and more importantly their buried stocks amply proves how meticulously terrorists were equipped and what else would have been needed by them to destabilize this country. Situation Report on 12 March 2009 Situation Report on 12 March 2009 Puthukkudiyirippu hospital liberated from LTTE - Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army soldiers of the 53 Division and Task Force 8 entered the Puthukkudiyirippu Hospital premises today (March 12) morning, driving away LTTE terrorists who had turned the hospital into a major LTTE hideout since the fall of Mullaittivu town on 25th January. Situation Reports on 26th September 2008 Situation Report on 13 March 2009 Kandy Bishop satisfied with IDP facilities Sri Lanka Catholic Bishops Conference Chairman and Kandy Bishop Rev. Vianney Fernando said he was happy with the facilities provided to displaced families who have crossed over to Government-controlled areas. Canadian liberal party MP in hot water for participating in LTTE terrorist rally Making a statement a Liberal Party Member of the Canadian parliament has reassured that he is no way connected with the LTTE terrorist group. Situation Reports on 14th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 14th March, 2009 Over One Thousand Tamil civilians reach government controlled area Over one thousand Tamil civilians how had been trapped by the LTTE terrorists were able to reached the security forces controlled area seeking safety for their lives, a latest report received from the battlefront said. Army 58 Division inflicts heavy damages to the terrorists - Puthukkuddyiruppu Sri Lankan soldiers of Army 58 Division now engaged in the final phase of the counter terrorist offensive in the Island's Northern province continues to give heavy beating to the terrorists, reveal defence sources in the Puthukkuddyiruppu. According to the sources, the soldiers continued to battle the terrorists in the hinterlands of Puthukkuddyiruppu yesterday (Mar 13), liberating more territory and pushing the terrorists to their last standoff. Soldiers collected 18 bodies of LTTE cadres, 17 T-56 riffles, one light machine gun, and two radio communication sets following the clashes erupted yesterday in the Irnapali North, and Kombavil East areas, in Puthukkuddyiruppu. The Army sniper shooters deployed in the forward areas confirmed acquisition of 12 terrorist targets. 58 Tamil civilians seek refuge with security forces Fifty-Eight Tamil civilians under LTTE hostage were able to reach the security forces seeking safety for their lives for the 58 Division in Mullauttivu yesterday, 13 March. Troops uncover more AP mines - Mullaittivu Troops of Task Force 3 (TF3) have uncovered 117 Anti-Personnel (AP) mines from general area Kokkavil while conducting search and clear operation in recently liberates areas in Mullaittivu district yesterday, 13 March. Situation Reports on 15th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 15th March, 2009 58 Div troops capture LTTE strongpoint at Puthukkudiyirippu Advancing 58 division troops captured an LTTE terrorist strongpoint after hours of heavy confrontation ensued with LTTE since this morning (March 15) at Puthukkudiyirippu. Over 600 civilians saved : Troops capture LTTE 'court centre' at Puthukkudiyirippu 10th Gajaba Regiment (10 GR) and 12th Gajaba Regiment (12 GR) troops of the 58 Division led by Brigadier Shavendra Silva seized total control of another LTTE strong point and a rudimentary LTTE run 'court centre' located in the Puthukkudiyirippu town today (March 15). Fierce confrontations in Puthukkudiyiruppu; 2 LTTE bodies and military items found Infantrymen of 58 Division further advanced into LTTE hiding areas in general area Puthukkudiyiruppu inflicting heavy damages to terrorists yesterday, 14 March, military report received from the battlefront said. TF-5 uncovers more LTTE military items Troops of Task Force 5 (TF-5) engaged in search and clear operations in recently liberated areas have found more military items left behind by the fleeing terrorists, military report received from the battlefront said. Situation Reports on 16th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 16th March, 2009 Sri Lankan soldiers continue fighting terrorists, rescue more civilians - Puthukkudiyiruppu Reports received from the battlefield so far indicate that the soldiers of Sri Lanka Army 53 Division, 55 Division and 58 Division are continuing on their noble mission to rescue civilians forcibly held by the LTTE in the remaining terrorist hiding areas in Puthukkudiyiruppu. Despite all the restriction that the soldiers have to face due to terrorist use of human shield, Sri Lankan soldiers were able to rescue more that 400 civilians by the this afternoon (Mar 16), indicate the reports. Also, soldiers of Army 53 Division operating in Puthukkudiyiruppu East battled the terrorists from morning to evening inflicting heavy damages to the terrorists. Troops found 7 bodies of LTTE cadres, along with seven T-56 riffles and one radio communication set after the clashes. A sniper deployed in the same division area of responsibility, confirmed acquisition of one terrorist target during daytime. Separately, troops of Task Force 2 now engaged in active defence and mine clearing operation in the Puthukkudiyiruppu West area uncovered 900 ammo used for 9mm pistols, 780 firing devices of claymore bombs, 42 fuses of mortar bombs during the day's operations Navy rescues 66 Tamil Civilians fleeing from LTTE Grip Sri Lanka Navy rescued 66 Tamil civilians who had been fleeing from the heartless LTTE grip in Mulaithivu. The Navy rescued them on the 15th March 2009 in the seas between Chundikulum and Vettileikerni around 0730 hrs. Over 1000 civilians seek protection with security forces amidst indiscriminate LTTE shelling A total of 1011 civilians including 458 children have fled from LTTE hostage and sought protection with the 58 Division troops operating in general area Ampalavanpokkanai South yesterday (March 15). Fleeing civilians shot at by LTTE: 3 killed including a 9 year old - Mullaittivu 3 civilians were reported killed including a 9 year old who were among 66 people who sought protection with troops fleeing from LTTE hostage at Pudumathalan on Sunday (March 15). Army discovers LTTE ware house containing thousands of bags of chemical fertilizers Sri Lanka Army soldiers who are continuing to venture into the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) held Pudukkudiyirippu area have discovered a large warehouse containing thousands of tons of chemical fertilizer issued to the Northern farmers for rice cultivation. UN worker injured in LTTE shooting "UN worker, Sutharshani Tharmila and 13 others were injured when the LTTE shot at them when they arrived in the cleared areas of Puthukudiyirippu on Saturday (March 14) evening. 257 AP mines, 7 LTTE bodies uncovered during search operations in Mullaittivu Security forces engaged in search and clearing operations in general area Chundikkulam and Puthukkudiyirippu have uncovered 257 anti-personnel (AP) mines and 7 bodies of slain LTTE terrorists yesterday (March 15). Situation Report on 17 March 2009 Situation Report on 17 March 2009 58 Div troops reach Iranapalai Junction - Puthukudiirippu Troops engaged in the final phase of military offensive to free entire country from LTTE terrorists have marked a decisive milestone reaching to the Iranapalai junction, a strategically vital junction in Puthukudiirippu built-up in Mullaittivu district, this morning (16 March) latest report received from the battlefront said. Navy rescues 139 Tamil Civilians fleeing from LTTE Clutches Sri Lanka Navy rescued 139 Tamil civilians who had been fleeing from the merciless LTTE clutches in Mulaithivu. Situation Report on 18th March, 2009 Situation Report on 18th March, 2009 Intense fighting in Iranapalai; 10 LTTE bodies found Battlefront report on yesterday's (17 March) military offensive against LTTE terrorists indicated heavy defeats to them as troops advanced further into LTTE hiding areas with the falling of strategically vital Iranapalai junction in Puthukkudiirippu. 55 Div troops gain control over Pattikarai area in Mullaittivu Troops of the 55 Division have gained total control over general area at Pattikarai after hours of intense gunfire exchange that ensued with LTTE Tuesday (March 17). 8 bodies of slain terrorists found at Puthukkudiyirippu 53 Division troops operating in general area Puthukkudiyirippu, Mullaittivu, have uncovered bodies of 8 terrorists killed in confrontations with security forces on Tuesday (March 17) along with 7 T-56 assault riffles, security sources reported. Navy foils LTTE attempt to kill 643 Fleeing Civilians held in LTTE hostage Sri Lanka Navy saved the lives of 643 civilians who had been fleeing amidst the LTTE's merciless firing. The Navy rescued them on the 18th March 2009 in the Northern seas. LTTE pistol group cadre killed in retaliatory fire- Akkaraipattu An LTTE pistol group cadre was killed in an Army retaliatory fire in general area Kannagipuram at Akkaraipattuwa today (March 18). 98 more Tamil civilians reach security forces - Jaffna Total of 98 Tamil civilians who had been forcibly held by LTTE terrorists, have managed to reach security forces in Jaffna in last 24 hours, defence sources said. Over 2000 Tamil civilians seeks security forces protection - Puthukkudiyiruppu Over 2000 Tamil civilians who have been kept as hostages were manage to escape the LTTE's grip and reach security forces in Puthukkudiyiruppu in last 48 hours, defence sources said. 11th Batch of Patients and Civilians trapped in Mullaithivu evacuated with the Naval Assistance The eleventh batch of 481 patients and civilians was evacuated on board "MV Green Ocean" on 16th March 2009. The evacuation of patients and civilians trapped in LTTE Clutches in the un-cleared areas in Mullaithivu is being carried out under the ICRC flag. Sri Lanka Navy is providing safe passage for evacuees on humanitarian grounds. Navy troops uncover a haul of ammunition - Trincomalee Acting on civilian information received, Naval troops have unearthed a haul of ammunitions and grenades hidden in an abandoned land at Erakkandy in Trincomalee today (March 18) at around 8.30a.m. Situation Report on 19th March, 2009 Situation Report on 19th March, 2009 Army medicos save infant's life injured in LTTE fire Timely intervention of a Sri Lanka Army medical officer in Puthukkudiyiruppu, even at the risk of his own life, miraculously saved the life of a three-month old infant Thursday (Mar 19) morning, when LTTE terrorists opened fire at the civilians fleeing from terror clutches. Over dozen LTTE terrorists killed, many injured in Mullaittivu fighting At least 23 terrorists were killed and as many reported injured on Wednesday (March 18) as 58 Division infantrymen ran into identified LTTE resistance positions located in general area Northeast of Puthukkudiyirippu. 384 civilians seek protection with security forces- Mullaittivu A total of 384 civilians have sought protection with troops of the 58 Division yesterday (March 18) in general area Puthukkudiyirippu. More recoveries made by advancing 55 Div troops - Mullaittivu 55 Division troops now consolidating positions in general area South of Chalai have uncovered a cache of military hardware during search and clearing operations conducted, yesterday (March 18). Situation Report on 20th March, 2009 Situation Report on 20th March, 2009 Fighting rages around terror final stand off; troops poised to rescue civilians under terror clutches - Puthukkudduyiruppu Sri Lanka Army offensive division have now encircled the last standoff of the LTTE terrorists located west of the No Fire Zone, in the Puthukkudduyiruppu East, reveal battlefield sources. Troops of 58 Division, spearheading the battle yesterday (Mar 19) withstood intense resistance from the terrorists but continued piercing terror defences inflicting heavy damages to the enemy. Over 2000 Tamil civilians reach government controlled area Two thousand one hundred and sixty-nine (2169) Tamil civilians, who had been forcibly held as human shield by the LTTE terrorists in the government declared No Fire Zone (NFZ), have reached the government controlled area escaping terror grip yesterday, 19 March. Situation Reports on 26th September 2008 Situation Report on 21 March 2009 7 LTTE bodies uncovered, LTTE takes heavy beating The LTTE's end game is nearing quite faster than many have expected. The once most feared ruthless terrorist outfit is on the 'run of the millennium' while its proxies and stooges are caught with their pants down. Intense fighting in Puthukkudiyairippu; 5 LTTE bodies found Infantrymen of 5 Gemunu Watch (5GW) and 6 Gajaba Regiment (6GR) serving under 53 Division continued their offensive gaining control over more area while strengthening the defences yesterday, defence sources in battlefront said. Senior sea tiger killed in Mullaittivu fighting: Body recovered by 55 Div troops 55 Division troops led by Major General Prasanna Silva have recovered bodies of 4 LTTE terrorists including the body of 'Sindu' a senior 'sea tiger', subsequent to heavy confrontations that ensued with LTTE on Friday (March 20), South of Patikkarai at the Northern Mullaittivu battlefront. Situation Report on 22 March 2009 Situation Report on 22 March 2009 LTTE continues shelling fleeing IDPs: 1055 seek protection with security forces- Mullaittivu A total of 1055 civilians sought protection with security forces on Saturday (March 21), fleeing from LTTE terrorists amidst heavy artillery and mortar fire directed from the declared No Fire Zone. Navy rescues 108 Tamil Civilians fleeing from LTTE Hostage Sri Lanka Navy rescued 108 Tamil civilians who had been fleeing from the merciless LTTE hostage in Mulaithivu. The Navy rescued them on the 21st March 2009 in the seas of Chundikulum around 1210 hrs. Situation Report on 23 March 2009 Situation Report on 23 March 2009 58 Div further advance causing heavy damages to enemy; 8 LTTE bodies found LTTE terrorists suffered heavy losses in confrontations took place yesterday, 22 March, as troops engaged in final phase of battle against terrorists in general area Puthukuduirruppu. 13th batch of patients and civilians trapped in Mullaithivu evacuated with the naval assistance The thirteenth batch of 494 patients and civilians was evacuated on board "MV Green Ocean" on the 22nd March 2009. 899 Tamil civilians reach seeking security forces protection Total of 899 Tamil civilians, who were forcibly hold by the LTTE terrorists as human shield, were able to reach security forces' controlling area seeking safety for their lives yesterday, 22 March, defence sources said. 57 Div uncovered more LTTE military items - Visuamadu, Puthukkudiyirippu Troops of 57 Division continued search and clear operations in recently liberated areas in Mullaittivu district yesterday, 22 March. TF-2, TF-4 conduct search operations; more LTTE warlike items found - Puthukuduiruppu Infantrymen of 6 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment operating under 621 Brigade of Task Force 2 (TF-2) uncovered more LTTE military items from general area Puthukuduiruppu last afternoon, 22 March. Over 800 civilians flee from LTTE seek protection with troops - Mullaittivu Over 800 civilians have sought protection with security forces South of Puthumathalan and Vettelaikerni yesterday (March 23). 58 Div heavily confronted with terrorists; 7 LTTE bodies found Infantrymen of 58 Division heavily confronted with LTTE terrorists in general area south of Iranapalai causing damages to the enemy yesterday, 23 March, defence sources said. Navy rescues 139 civilians fleeing from LTTE clutches Sri Lanka Navy rescued 139 Tamil civilians who had been fleeing from the LTTE clutches in Mulaithivu on two occasions on the 23rd March 2009. 'Grama Niladhari' killed in indiscriminate LTTE attack - Mullaittivu The corpse of the 'Grama Niladhari' at Oddusudan who was killed while escaping from LTTE terrorists at Puthumathalan on Sunday (March 22) was brought to liberated territory on Monday (23) by his relatives. Military hardware, weapons and ammunition recovered at Wanni Troops of the Tack Force - 2 while conducting search and clearing operations in the recently liberated area at Muthuaiyankaddukulam have found a cache of LTTE weapons and accessories, on Monday (March 23). Situation Report on 24 March 2009 Situation Report on 24 March 2009 Pottu Amman's safe house captured - Mullaittivu Troops of the 20th Gajaba Regiment (GR) under the 58 Division have captured a safe house of Pottu Amman, while engaged in counter terrorist operations in general area South of Iranapalai at the Mullaittivu battlefront today (March 24). Situation Reports on 25th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 25th March, 2009 LTTE terrorists face heavy setback: Troops thwart LTTE offensive attempt- Mullaittivu Scores of terrorists were reported killed and many injured when troops of the 58 Division pushed back LTTE offensive elements moving towards the military forward defences North of Iranapalai, at the Mullaittivu battlefront today (March 25). SAM missiles fired from No-Fire-Zone - Puthukkudiyirippu LTTE terrorists have reportedly fired surface-to-air-missiles (SAM) at two Sri Lankan Air Force Bell- 212 helicopters, engaged in casualty evacuation operations in general area Puthukudiyirippu today (March 25) at around 11a.m. 1386 civilians seek protection with security forces in Mullaittivu A total of 1,386 civilians have sought protection with troops of the 58 Division now operating North of Iranapalai and Andampuram in Mullaittivu, through out yesterday (March 24). 5 paddy farmers killed, 2 wounded in LTTE genocidal attack - Dehiwatte 5 paddy farmers were killed and 2 wounded when a group of LTTE terrorist infiltrators stormed into Dehiwatte village, a remote locality at Serunuwara yesterday (March 24) at around 11p.m. LTTE offensive repulsed: Terrorists take heavy beating- Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army troops of the 58 Division repulsed an LTTE offensive thrust towards the advancing military formations North of Iranapalai, reportedly killing many and leaving scores injured on Tuesday (March 24). 53 Div, TF -8 troops close-in-on last LTTE foothold: seize section of earth bund at Puthukudiyirippu Combined troops of the 53 Division and Task Force-8 continuing advances into the last LTTE foothold East of Puthukudiyirippu, have seized control over a section of the LTTE built earth bund cum ditch across the A-35 main road, West of the Nanthikadal lagoon, yesterday (March 24). Situation Reports on 26th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 26th March, 2009 Troops approach fourth earth bund built by terrorists amidst heavy resistance Military operations are in progress North of Puthukudiyiruppu as troops of 55 Division are steadily approaching towards the fourth earth bund built by the LTTE terrorists to resist the security forces advancing. 57 Div uncovered more military items Troops of 57 Division conducting search and clear operations in recently liberated areas in Ramanatpuram and Tharmapuram have uncovered more LTTE military items left behind by the fleeing terrorists, military report received from the battlefront said. Over 2000 Tamil civilians reach Government controlled area seeking safety - Pudukkuduirippu A total of 2108 Tamil civilians who had been trapped by the LTTE terrorists were able to reach government controlled area escaping terror grip today, 26 March, defence sources said. 14th batch of patients and civilians trapped in Mullaithivu evacuated with the Naval assistance The fourteenth batch of 488 patients and civilians was evacuated on board "MV Green Ocean" on the 26th March 2009. Situation Reports on 27th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 27th March, 2009 LTTE casualties mount in last-ditch fighting at Puthukkudiyirippu At least 26 LTTE terrorists were killed and over 30 injured in yesterday's (March 27) fighting ensued with Sri Lankan security forces in the eastern fringes of Puthukkudiyirippu and Karaiyamullivaikal, military sources reported. 99 civilians make-way on boats seeking protection with security forces - Point Pedro A total of 99 civilians including 46 children have sought protection with Naval troops after fleeing from LTTE hostage in the government declared No Fire Zone at Mullaittivu yesterday (March 27). Troops recover 3 LTTE bodies, weapons - Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army infantrymen of the 20th Gajaba Regiment (20 GR) under the 58 Division have pushed into fortified LTTE defences North of Iranapalai yesterday (March 27), also recovering 3 LTTE bodies and military hardware. 6 civilians flee No Fire Zone, amidst indiscriminate LTTE mortar attacks- Chalai 6 civilians from two families managed to escape from LTTE hostage at the government declared No Fire Zone in Mullaittivu yesterday (March 27). 337 civilians seek protection with security forces A total of 337 civilians including 165 children have fled from LTTE and sought protection with security forces today (March 27) till 6p.m., in general area Ampalavanpokkanai. Situation Reports on 28th March, 2009 Situation Reports on 28th March, 2009 LTTE built earth bund cum ditch North of Palamathalan seized 55 Division troops under the command of Brigadier Prasanna Silva have breached LTTE defences and gained control over an LTTE built earth bund cum ditch constructed North of Palamathalan, Saturday (March 28). Stretch of LTTE supply route seized: at least 9 terrorists killed, 11 injured - Mullaittivu Troops of the 53 Division and Task Force - 8 advancing further East from Puthukkudiyirippu have seized control over an LTTE supply route stretching towards Iranapalai following hours of fierce fighting yesterday(March 28). LTTE suicide bomber blows himself in fear of arrest - Vavuniya An LTTE suicide bomber blew himself in fear of arrest by security forces personnel engaged in a cordon and search operation in general area Varikottoru, South of Mannar - Vavuniya road yesterday (March 28) at around 12.45 p.m. Situation Reports on 29 March, 2009 Situation Reports on 29 March, 2009 LTTE built earth bund cum ditch North of Palamathalan seized 55 Division troops under the command of Brigadier Prasanna Silva have breached LTTE defences and gained control over an LTTE built earth bund cum ditch constructed North of Palamathalan, Saturday (March 28). 58 Div troops inflict heavy damages to terrorist; more LTTE military items found Troops of 58 div engaged in fierce battle with LTTE terrorist right throughout the day March(28). 258 Tamil civilians sought protection with security forces A total of 258 Tamil civilians who were forcibly kept by the LTTE terrorist as human shield, were able to reach government controlled area yesterday (March 28). Stretch of LTTE supply route seized: at least 9 terrorists killed, 11 injured - Mullaittivu Troops of the 53 Division and Task Force -8 advancing further East from Puthukkudiyirippu have seized control over an LTTE supply route stretching towards Iranapalai following hours of fierce fighting yesterday(March 28). Another 248 civilians fleeing the LTTE clutches rescued. The fifteenth batch of 507 patients and civilians was evacuated on board "MV Green Ocean" on the 28th March 2009. LTTE suicide bomber blows himself in fear of arrest - Vavuniya An LTTE suicide bomber blew himself in fear of arrest by security forces personnel engaged in a cordon and search operation in general area Varikottoru, South of Mannar - Vavuniya road yesterday (March 28) at around 12.45 p.m. Situation Report on 30 March 2009 Situation Report on 30 March 2009 Army captures truck mounted with anti air gun; counter terror operation continues - Puthukkudiyiruppu Sri Lankan soldiers of Army 58 Division today (Mar 30) captured an LTTE truck mounted with 12.7mm Anti Aircraft machine gun during counter terrorist operations carried out in the Irnapali area, Puthukkudiyiruppu East. Intense fighting in north of Palamathalan; a senior sea tiger leader killed; 13 LTTE bodies found Troops of 55 Division, operating in north of Palamathalan to rescue the innocent Tamil civilians held in no fire zone, have already breached the LTTE built earth bund and continued their offensive beyond the earth bund by last evening... Navy destroys 04 Sea tiger boats killing 26 sea tiger cadres on board in the seas off Chalai and Mullaithivu During two fierce gun battles that erupted in the seas off Chalai and Mullaithivu, Sri Lanka Navy destroyed four Sea Tiger boats killing twenty- six Sea Tigers on board, around midnight on the 29th and at dawn on the 30th March 2009. Situation Report on 31 March 2009 Situation Report on 31 March 2009 Troops soften LTTE defences: at least 20 terrorists killed, 11 injured- Mullaittivu At least 20 terrorists were killed and 11 injured during heavy fighting ensued between 58 Division troops and LTTE in general area Iranapalai, East of Puthukkudiyirippu today (March 31). 122 people flee LTTE terrorists, seek protection with security forces 122 people have fled from LTTE hostage in general area Puthukudiyirippu and sought protection with security forces on Tuesday (March 31). LTTE-Maoists tie-up to disrupt Indian elections? The LTTE is likely to join forces with India's Maoist guerillas all out to disrupt the upcoming Indian elections, The Times of India reports. Navy rescues 540 civilians from LTTE hostage - Mullaittivu The sixteenth batch of 540 patients and civilians was evacuated on board "MV Green Ocean" on the 30th March 2009. Claymore explosion in Uppuweli: 2 Policemen injured Two Policemen were reported injured following an LTTE triggered roadside claymore mine attack at Sardhapura at Uppuweli today (March 31) at around 1.45p.m. 1648 civilians seek protection with security forces: LTTE continue shelling escapees A total of 1648 civilians including 709 children have sought protection with security forces in the borders of Palamathalan yesterday (March 30), despite LTTE mounted artillery shelling and mortar attacks from the government declared No Fire Zone (NFZ). Situation Reports on 01st April, 2009 Situation Reports on 01st April, 2009 Troops gain control over Pachchapulmuddai area - Puthukkudiyiruppu east Troops of 58 Division engaged in fierce fighting with LTTE terrorists in east of Puthukkudiyiruppu have gained control over the Pachchapulmuddai area by this afternoon, 1 April, latest military report said. LTTE's technical wing chief killed in confrontation - Mullaittivu LTTE's technical wing chief S. Kirupakaran alias Madivalahan was confirmed killed following a confrontation with Sri Lankan security forces at the Mullaittivu battlefront recently, defence sources said citing intercepted LTTE communication. 9 terrorists killed, military hardware recovered at Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army's 53 Division troops operating in general area East of Puthukkudiyirippu confirmed killing 9 terrorists, injuring 13 others and also recovering a cache of military hardware yesterday(March 31). Situation Reports on 02nd April, 2009 Situation Reports on 02nd April, 2009 Army hunts down LTTE infiltrators - Piramanthalkulam North Soldiers of Army 57 Division now manning the active defence in the rear areas of the main theatre of the battle attacked a group of LTTE infiltrators detected in the Piramanthalkulam North area this morning (Apr 2). Heavy fighting in north-east of Puthukudiyiruppu; 13 LTTE bodies found According to the latest information received from the battlefront, fierce fighting ranged in northeast of Puthukudiyiruppu as troops of 53 (Task Force 8 also attached to 53 Div) and 58 Divisions surrounded the LTTE's remaining area in the offensive continued after capturing Pachchapulmudai junction by last evening, 1 April. Navy rescues 149 civilians fleeing from LTTE Cluthces Sri Lanka Navy rescued 149 Tamil civilians who had been fleeing from the LTTE clutches in Mulaithivu on five occasions. 55 more Tamil civilians escape LTTE grip - Puthukkudyirippu Fifty-five innocent Tamil civilians who had been forcibly held by the LTTE terrorists in no fire zone were able to escape the terror grip and reached security forces controlling area seeking safety for their lives yesterday, 1 April. Situation Reports on 03rd April, 2009 Situation Reports on 03rd April, 2009 Mop up operations in Anandapuram terror pocket continue; 40 LTTE bodies collected Sri Lankan soldiers continuing their mop up operations in the captured Anandapuram terrorist stronghold today (Apr 3) gave a heavy beating to the terrorists. Police Commandos ambush LTTE group; 13 terror bodies found - Panama Police Special Task Force (STF) personnel attacked a group of LTTE infiltrators detected in the Panama area this morning (Apr 3). LTTE loses two battle hardened leaders Amuthab & Gobith Defence Intelligence sources have revealed that leader of the "Charles Antony" band of the LTTE, Amuthab, and former leader of the same band Gobith were killed in recent fighting in Puthukkudyiruppu. Troops of 53 Div and Task Force 8 extend their forward boundaries further into terror enclave- Puthukkudiyiruppu Troops of Army 53 Division and Task Force 8 yesterday (Apr 02) further extended their forward boundaries into the remaining LTTE enclave in Puthukkudiyiruppu East. Army annihilates terror pocket in Anandapuram; LTTE loses its final stronghold in Puthukkudiyiruppu Sri Lankan soldiers today (Apr 2) destroyed the last stronghold of the LTTE in Puthukkudiyiruppu general area. The soldiers of 58 Division marched into the pocket held by the terrorists at Anandapuram, early this morning and wiped out the terrorists in a close quarter fighting that lasted till the evening. More civilians seek refuge with armed forces At least 279 civilians who escaped from the terror clutches in Wanni sought refuge with the army and navy during the daytime yesterday (Apr 2). Situation Report on 04 April 2009 Situation Report on 04 April 2009 Army storms in to LTTE defence; seize 130mm Artillery gun- Anandapuram Infantrymen of 14 Gajaba Regiment Operating under 58 division captured a 130 mm Arty gun from the LTTE terrorists this morning (Apr 04). Two tiger boats destroy with terrorists on board Troops guarding Alampil area observed two boats in the sea moving towards them around 3.00 a.m. Saturday morning (4). Those two boats armed with machine guns started firing towards the soldiers on the land. A hyde park rally organized by the British LTTE to save the lives of prabhakaran and other leaders at the door of defeat The British Tamil Forum , the front organization which is representing the banned Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, defying the proscription of the organization will once again organize a London demonstration... Sri Lanka Navy thwarts LTTE sea move-off Alampil Sri Lanka Navy elite Special Boat Squadron (SBS) sea units deployed in the northeastern coasted waters intercepted a group of LTTE boat around 01.30, this morning (Apr 04). Situation Report on 05 April 2009 Situation Report on 05 April 2009 LTTE's days numbered as troops make final move to free civilian hostages in Mullaittivu In what is considered to be the largest humanitarian intervention by a conventional military force in modern time, Sri Lankan security forces despite its prowess in the battlefield have launched a decisive tactical maneuver to free over hundreds of civilians held hostage by LTTE in the thin 17sq.km coastal land strip at Mullaitttivu. 57 Div troops uncover 14 decomposed LTTE bodies, weapons - Mullaittivu 57 Division troops now engaged in search and clearing operations in general area Theravilkulama at Visuamadu have uncovered 14 decomposed LTTE bodies along with a few military hardware today (April 5). Pottu Amman, apologies with cadres in emotional break-down Latest battlefield reports received, confirmed heavy loses to LTTE during last-ditch fighting that erupted between troops and LTTE, East of Puthukkudiyirippu today (April 5). LTTE fighting cadre face annihilation in Puthukkudyiruppu while terror leadership hiding in NFZ The remaining LTTE cadres still forced to fight the Sri Lankan Army in the anterior of the No Fire Zone are now facing a total annihilation, as the soldiers are engaged in a man-to-man combat against them, in the last terror pocket in Puthukkudyiruppu East. Police SP shot dead by terrorist gunmen - Kalmunai Kalmunai area Superintendent of Police (SP) H.L Jamaldeen was reported shot dead by unidentified gunmen at Maradamunai, this evening (April 5) at around 7 p.m. Situation Report on 06 April 2009 Situation Report on 06 April 2009 Troops continue mop up operations; 72 LTTE bodies found - east of Puthukkudiyirippu Troops of 58 Division engaged in further mop up operations today, 6 April, following pitched battles that ensued in general area Anandpuram, east of Puthukkudiyirippu killing over 500 LTTE terrorists including senior LTTE rankers, have found more bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during the battle. LTTE Woman suicide bomber blows up herself - Ramanathapuram An LTTE woman suicide bomber has blown herself up immediately after she noticed the troops conducting search and clear operations in general area Ramanathapuram, military sources said. More LTTE war materials uncovered - Welioya Troops have recovered the LTTE war materials while conducting a search operation in the Thannimuruppukulam area today (06), military sources said. Counter terror operations continued - Puthukkudiyiruppu East Sri Lanka Army 53 Division soldiers now advancing beyond the eastern limits of the Puthukkudiyiruppu today (Apr 8) had daylong clashes with the LTTE. Army 53 Div maneuvers towards northern bank of Nanthikadal Lagoon Sri Lanka Army 53 Division soldiers are now maneuvering towards the northern bank of the Nanthikadal lagoon which is still under terrorist hold. Navy launches emergency salvage operation on disabled MT Granba to prevent environmental implications off Trincomalee harbour Sri Lanka Navy has launched an emergency salvage operation to rescue the disabled merchant tanker, MT Granba off Trincomalee Harbour. Situation Report on 07 April 2009 Situation Report on 07 April 2009 Navy launches emergency salvage operation on disabled MT Granba to prevent environmental implications off Trincomalee harbour Sri Lanka Navy has launched an emergency salvage operation to rescue the disabled merchant tanker, MT Granba off Trincomalee Harbour. Situation Reports on 26th September 2008 Situation Report on 08 April 2009 Army 58 Div continues to rescue civilians from LTTE clutches - Ampalavanpokkanai Sri Lanka Army 58 Division soldiers yesterday (Apr 7) rescued 42 civilians from the clutches of LTTE terrorists in the No Fire Zone [NFZ]. Army 53 Div maneuvers towards northern bank of Nanthikadal Lagoon Sri Lanka Army 53 Division soldiers are now maneuvering towards the northern bank of the Nanthikadal lagoon which is still under terrorist hold. ICRC President visits Sri Lanka On the invitation of Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama, the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Mr. Jakob Kellenberger visited Sri Lanka on 7th April 2009. He was accompanied by Mr. Jacques De Maio, Head of Operations for South Asia. Reception hall for each IDP camp Disaster Management and Human Rights Minister Mahinda Samarasinghe yesterday said a reception hall where IDPs in welfare camps can meet their friends and relations would be set up in each camp by April 11. Situation Report on 09 April 2009 Situation Report on 09 April 2009 Troops recover 18 T-56 weapons and one micro pistol Troops have found 18 T-56 weapons and a micro pistol in a search operation conducted following a pitch battle took place in general area north of Nanthikandal lagoon, Mullaittivu yesterday, 9th April. Situation Reports on 10th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 10th April, 2009 Humanitarian operations continued; troops poised to free civilian hostages in NFZ Humanitarian operations conducted by Sri Lankan Armed forces have reached its final stage; with troops are poised to free thousands of civilians in the No Fire Zone [NFZ] held hostage by the LTTE terrorists. Sri Lanka Army has almost swept away all terrorists strongholds in the northern anterior of the 12 kilometres long NFZ demarcated for the civilians and now limited their mop up operations to the southern anterior. Sri Lanka Army 58 Division soldiers are spearheading the rescue operations as they have established their positions closest to the NFZ border, West of Ampalavanpokkanai and South of Puthumathalam. Troops have identified the best accessible routes for the civilians to come out of the NFZ and established rescue points there. According to the defence sources, some of these rescue points are located just 150 metres short of the LTTE built earth bund on the NFZ border. Troops uncover stocks of LTTE weapons - Puthukkuduyiruppu East Troops of 58 Division engaged in clearing operations in the recently captured Anandapuram LTTE stronghold in the Puthukkuduyiruppu East yesterday (Apr 9) found a large stock of weapons of the LTTE terrorists. Troops recover 18 T-56 weapons and one micro pistol Troops have found 18 T-56 weapons and a micro pistol in a search operation conducted following a pitch battle took place in general area north of Nanthikandal lagoon, Mullaittivu yesterday, 9th April. Situation Reports on 11th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 11th April, 2009 270 people seek protection with security forces- Mullaittivu A total of 270 civilians including 136 children have sought protection with security forces now positioned in general area Ampalavanpokkanai today (April 11). 3 month pregnant woman injured in brutal LTTE gun attack - Mullaittivu A three month pregnant woman fleeing from LTTE hostage was shot and critically injured in an indiscriminate terrorist small arms fire attack at Puthumathalan, today (April 11) at around 7 a.m. Terrorist killed, another commits suicide A terrorist was killed while another committed suicide in general area South of Sugandirapuram, Saturday (April 11) at around 10.45 a.m. Situation Reports on 12th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 12th April, 2009 LTTE responds government's humanitarian pause with village massacre - Buttala LTTE terrorists have responded the government offered humanitarian pause for the on-going counter-terrorist operations, with a brutal village massacre in the Island's South. HE orders Armed forces to go Defensive during festive season His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa, President of Sri Lanka today (Apr 12) ordered the Armed Forces engaged in counter terrorists operations in the Island's Northern province to remain defensive during the Sinhala and Tamil new year celebrations that starts from tomorrow. Sri Lankan embassy in Oslo attacked by LTTE supporters The Sri Lankan embassy in Oslo has been seriously damaged by LTTE supporters. The Government of Sri Lanka has condemned this violation of Norway's obligations under international law... Troops take-on LTTE in last ditch fighting, uncover military hardware - Mullaittivu Sporadic fighting was reported between troops and LTTE at the fringes of Ampalavanpokkanai, as military claimed killing 8 terrorists and injuring 12 others yesterday (April 11). 'A ceasefire will only extend the suffering of civilian hostages'- Opinion "Any request to bring about a ceasefire today, with the imminent defeat of the LTTE terrorists will only add to the suffering of thousands of innocent people who are trapped in the declared no fire zone. Situation Reports on 13th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 13th April, 2009 Troops crush LTTE attempt to breach own defence line - Puthukkuddyiruppu East Sri Lankan soldiers of 53 Division torday (Apr 12) successfully repulsed several LTTE attempts to breach own defence line in the Puthukkuddyiruppu. Civilians seek refuge with army - Ampalavenpokkanai A group of 174 civilians sought refuge with Sri Lankan soldiers of 58 Division manning their defences in the Ampalavenpokkani area today (Apr 12). 57 Div finds more LTTE military items - Visuamadu Troops of 571 and 572 Brigades uncovered more LTTE war materials while conducting further consolidating operations in general area Visuamadu, military report received from the battlefront said. Army snipers gun down 18 LTTE terrorists - Ampelavanpokkana Army snipers attached to 581 Brigade have gunned down 18 LTTE terrorists ahead of own defence line in general area Ampelavanpokkanai right through out yesterday, 12 April, the military report received from the battlefront said. TF-2 uncovered more LTTE military items - Visuamadu Troops of 622 Brigade serving under Task Force 2 (TF-2) uncovered more military items left behind by the terrorists while conducting search and clear operation in general area Udayarkattu Kulam last afternoon, 12 April. TF-5 uncovers ten 60 mm mortar bombs Infantrymen of 651 Brigade serving under Task Force-5 (TF-5) uncovered 10 x 60 mm mortar bombs while conducting search and clear operations in general area Kiranchi yesterday, 12 April. Situation Reports on 14th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 16th April, 2009 53 Div seize control over LTTE built earth bund East of Puthukkudiyirippu Sri Lankan security forces stepped-up fresh advances on Wednesday (April 15), towards the remaining non-liberated territory along the coast of Mullaittivu, following a government declared 48 hour unilateral humanitarian pause since Monday (13). Heavy weapon barrel, bombs uncovered during search operations- Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army infantrymen of the 57 Division now engaged in active defence at Visuamadukulama have uncovered a heavy weapon barrel, LTTE improvised 'Arul' type bombs and grenades during search and clearing operations conducted on Wednesday (April 15). Nehru-Gandhi clan still under LTTE's threat: Priyanka Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, poll manager for her mother Sonia Gandhi and brother Rahul, on Monday (April13), said her family was still under threat from the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE). Situation Reports on 15th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 15th April, 2009 Civilian exodus continue despite LTTE shelling and mortar fire: 135 escape terror hostage - Mullaittivu Civilians held hostage by LTTE continued to escape from the terror clutches at Puthumathalan and Valayarmadam, seeking protection with security forces as 135 more people have reportedly arrived into liberated territory today (April 15). 53 Div uncovers dumped SAM missiles in Puthukkudiyirippu 53 Division troops led by Major General Kamal Gunarathne have uncovered 4 surface to air missiles (SAMs) dumped by LTTE terrorists in general area East of Puthukkudiyirippu yesterday (April 14) evening. 57 Div troops uncover military hardware during search operations - Visuamadu 57 Division troops while conducting search and clearing operations in general area Visuamadu, in the Mullaittivu District have uncovered a hoard of military hardware including an anti-tank mine and mortar bombs on Tuesday (April 14). 239 civilians seek protection, flee LTTE hostage at Puthumathalan A total of 239 civilians including 96 children have fled from LTTE hostage and sought protection with security forces now manning defences in the borders of the government declared No Fire Zone at Puthumathalan on Tuesday (April 14). LTTE shelling and mortar fire injure 5 soldiers during humanitarian pause- Mullaittivu 5 soldiers were reported injured due to continued LTTE artillery shelling and mortar attacks launched from the government declared No Fire Zone yesterday (April 14). Situation Reports on 14th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 16th April, 2009 53 Div seize control over LTTE built earth bund East of Puthukkudiyirippu Sri Lankan security forces stepped-up fresh advances on Wednesday (April 15), towards the remaining non-liberated territory along the coast of Mullaittivu, following a government declared 48 hour unilateral humanitarian pause since Monday (13). Heavy weapon barrel, bombs uncovered during search operations- Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Army infantrymen of the 57 Division now engaged in active defence at Visuamadukulama have uncovered a heavy weapon barrel, LTTE improvised 'Arul' type bombs and grenades during search and clearing operations conducted on Wednesday (April 15). Nehru-Gandhi clan still under LTTE's threat: Priyanka Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, poll manager for her mother Sonia Gandhi and brother Rahul, on Monday (April13), said her family was still under threat from the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE). Situation Reports on 17th April Situation Reports on 17th April 53 Div advances towards Vellamullivaikkal Troops of 53 Division continuing with its hostage-rescue operations made further advances towards Vellamullivaikkal from East of Puthukkudyirippu amidst heavy indirect fire launched by the LTTE terrorists from the government declared No Fire Zone, yesterday (April 16). 93 Tamil civilians seek protection with security forces Ninety-three Tamil civilians among the thousands, who have been forcibly held in No Fire Zone by the LTTE terrorists, managed to escape the terror grip and sought protection with security forces yesterday, 16 April. 8 civilians seek protection with security forces 6 people including 3 men and 3 children have fled from LTTE hostage and sought protection with security forces at Mullikulama, yesterday (April 16). Hidden military hardware uncovered during search operations 57 Division troops while conducting search operations in general area Ramanathpuram have uncovered two RCL bombs and 5 60mm mortar bombs on Thursday (April 16). More military hardware uncovered by TF-2 troops at Puthukkudiyirippu Task Force -2 troops have uncovered a haul of military hardware and accessories during clearing operations conducted in general area East of Puthukkudiyirppu and Kalmadukulama on Thursday (April 16). Situation Reports on 18th April Situation Reports on 18th April Beat the Tigers soon, civilians ask army after escaping their tyranny - Puthumathalan At least 2857 civilians have sought refuge with Sri Lankan soldiers manning their defences of Puthumathalan West, by 6 this evening (Apr 18). Navy evacuates 514 civilians, patients from LTTE hostage The twenty first batch of 514 patients and civilians was evacuated on board "MV Green Ocean" on the 14th April 2009. Army rescues 130 civilians from LTTE clutches - Puthukkudduyiruppu Sri Lanka Army soldiers manning their defences in the Puthumathalan area, northern anterior of the no fire zone [NFZ] yesterday (Apr 17) rescued 130 civilians held hostage by the LTTE terrorists. Troops advance to rescue civilian hostages: LTTE mounts artillery attacks from NFZ LTTE terrorists continued mounting heavy artillery and mortar attacks from the No- Fire-Zone (NFZ) at the 53 Division troops now advancing towards general area Vellamullivaikkal on Friday (April 17). Navy rescues 361 civilians fleeing from LTTE clutches Sri Lanka Navy rescued 361 Tamil civilians who had been fleeing from the LTTE clutches. Situation Reports on 19th April Situation Reports on 19th April Troops manoeuvring to open main road access to NFZ; hostage rescue mission continues Sri Lankan soldiers of 53 and 58 Divisions were just 700m to 800m short of the bridge on the A-35 road (Paranthan - Mullaittivu) at Vellaimullaivaikkal last night (Apr 18), defence sources said. TF 3 finds more LTTE military items - Kilinochchi Troops of Task Force 3 (TF-3) continuing search and clearing operations in recently liberated areas in Kilinochchi uncovered more military items left behind by the fleeing terrorists. Situation Reports on 20th April 2009 Situation Reports on 20th April 2009 Five thousands more civilians rescued- Palamattalam Over 5000 civilians have sought refuge with the soldiers of Army 55 Division manning the northern boundary of the No Fire Zone (NFZ) at Plamattalan, South of Challai, reveal defence sources. World's largest hostage rescue mission becomes success; over 30,000 rescued Latest reports received from the Sri Lanka Army 58 Division indicate that over 30,000 civilians held hostage by LTTE terrorists at Puthumathalan and Amplalavanpokkani areas have been liberated. Sailors join hands with soldiers for rescue mission; over 1500 hostages seek refuge with Navy sea units Sri Lanka Navy sea units deployed in the northeastern coastal waters of the Island have rescued 92 boats with over 1500 civilians onboard. 24 civilians seek protection with security forces- Mullaittivu A total of 24 civilians from 6 families including 7 children have fled from LTTE hostage and sought protection with 53 Division troops now flanked at the anterior of the government declared No Fire Zone, East of Puthukkudiyirippu this evening(April 20). LTTE suicide bomb attack targets Tamil civilians - NFZ An LTTE suicide bomber has attacked thousands of Tamil civilians who are now trying to seek refuge with Sri Lankan Army, this morning (April 20). Rescue mission becoming success, Several thousands of civilians rescued - Puthumathalan Sri Lankan soldiers have been able to rescue several thousands of civilians held hostage by the LTTE terrorists in the government declared No Fire Zone this morning (Apr 20). 58 Div troops uncover a large stock of LTTE military hardware - Anandapuram Infantrymen of 7 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment (7 SLSR) serving under 58 Division uncovered A massive haul of weapons, ammunition and other military hardware while conducting a search and clearing operation in general area Anandapuram yesterday, 19 April, military report received from the battlefront said. Another 172 fleeing civilians rescued with Naval assistance The twenty third batch of 483 patients and civilians was evacuated on board "MV Green Ocean" on 18th April 2009. Situation Reports on 21st April 2009 Situation Reports on 21st April 2009 Army enters vacated areas of NFZ; save thousands of civilian lives under terror clutches Sri Lanka Army 58 Division soldiers this morning (Apr 21) entered into those areas of Puthumanthalam and Amapalavanpokkanai in the No Fire Zone [NFZ] , where they had rescued over 31,000 civilians yesterday (Apr 20). 8 Div troops rescue fleeing civilians: destroy LTTE cab, 4 terrorists killed - Puthumathalan LTTE terrorists were reported killed and an armor plated cab vehicle destroyed when 58 Div troops raided an LTTE gathering position East of Puthumathalan this morning (April 21). 3 Div makes-inroads as LTTE face last stand at Mullaittivu Thousands of civilians kept pouring seeking safety with Sri Lankan security forces from LTTE hostage with latest estimates of the exodus surpassing 49,000: the most successful hostage rescue operation ever launched by a military force in modern time. 9000 Civilians rescued from terrorist clutches Sri Lankan forces rescued a total of 39081 civilians held hostage by the LTTE terrorists in the No Fire Zone, yesterday (Apr 20). Situation Reports on 22nd April, 2009 Situation Reports on 22nd April, 2009 Daya Master and George seek refuge with Army Two top LTTE leaders, Velayuthan Thayanithi alias Daya Master and Kumar Pancharathnam alias George have sought refuge with Sri Lanka Army. Navy continues its special rescue mission in North-Eastern seas: Mass exodus of trapped Tamil civilians still on, Navy rescues 5400 in 255 boats Sri Lanka Navy is continuing its special rescue mission in the North-eastern seas to facilitate the mass exodus of Tamil civilians for the fourth consecutive day. Naval personnel and vessels have been on special deployment for this mission. Tens of thousands of trapped innocent Tamil civilians broke themselves free from the LTTE clutches in the No Fire Zone soon after the valiant Sri Lanka Defence Forces personnel broke through the LTTE defences Monday morning. Relieved civilians defying the LTTE dictates have started to make the final exit from the cruel terror grip in large numbers. LTTE suffers heavy losses in desperate bid to halt army humanitarian operation Sri Lanka Army 53 and 58 Divisions continuing on their humanitarian mission to free civilians held hostage by LTTE terrorists, yesterday (Apr 21) encountered stiff resistance. The terrorists in a desperate bid to halt troops manoeuvring into their last foothold on the northeastern coast of the Island, mounted several futile counter attacks in the Puthumathalan and Putuhukkudduyirupp East areas. Situation Reports on 23rd April, 2009 Situation Reports on 23rd April, 2009 LTTE shoots hostages, hampers transportation of patients LTTE terrorists kept obstructing free movement of both civilians and patients towards liberated areas via sea worsening the existing hostage situation at Vellamullivaikkal despite strong words by the UN on Wednesday (April 22), to denounce violence and to release civilians. Air Force assists in hostage rescue mission Air Force spokesman Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara said the Air Force has contributed to the largest hostage rescue mission by using its close surveillance and air transport. Rescue mission continue; terrorists further boxed in - Vellamullaiviakkal Sri Lankan soldiers of 53 and 58 Divisions are continuing on their noble mission of rescuing civilians held hostage by LTTE terrorists in Wanni. Aerial observations made yesterday (Apr 22) indicated that the terrorists were leading the civilians at gunpoint, towards the narrow beachhead in Vellaimullaivaikkal, on the northeastern coast of the Island. Situation Reports on 24th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 24th April, 2009 Civilians expose LTTE treachery: Foreign media stunned by revelations Foreign media crew and journalists who were provided access this morning (April 24) to the recently liberated Puthumathalan area inside the declared No Fire Zone have expressed their surprise at what were cited as 'startling revelations' made by civilian hostages rescued from LTTE clutches since Monday(20). Navy arrests 20 persons illegally bound for Australia off Galle coast Sri Lanka Navy arrested a multi-day trawler engaged in a human smuggling racket carrying 20 people to Australia off the coast of Galle. Civilian exodus continue as troops corner LTTE to 10sq.km LTTE terrorists facing total defeat after three decades are now cornered into a 10sq,km swathe of coastal land at Mullaittivu, according to latest reports from Wanni. Navy escorts 1284 civilians to safety- Pulmoddai Sri Lankan Navy continuing with its humanitarian assistance to save thousands held hostage by LTTE has reportedly escorted a total of 1284 civilians including 447 children from the troubled Mullaittivu waters to Pulmoddai yesterday (Apr 23). 669 civilians escape from LTTE, seek protection with 58 Div troops A total of 669 civilians including 266 children have escaped from LTTE hostage and sought protection with 58 Division troops at Puthumathalan and Ampalavanpokkani yesterday (April 23). Situation Reports on 25th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 25th April, 2009 Group of priests seeks security forces protection - Puthukkudiyiruppu Infantrymen of 58 Division made success the world's largest hostage rescue mission have further continued their mission right through out the day, 25 April, to rescue the remaining Tamil civilians forcibly held by the TTE terrorists in government declared No Fire Zone. TF-8 confronts with LTTE terrorists - east of Puthukudiirippu Troops of Task Force 8 (TF-8) confronted with detected groups of LTTE terrorists, still fighting forcibly holding innocent Tamil civilians as human shield, in general area east of Puthukudiirippu yesterday, 24 April, military report said. TF-3 uncovers more LTTE war materials - Oddusuddan Troops of Task Force - 3 (TF-3) engaged in continuous search and clear operations in recently liberated areas have uncovered more military items left behind by the fleeing terrorists yesterday, 24 April. Situation Reports on 26th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 26th April, 2009 LTTE cadres, including child soldiers surrender in large numbers - 26th April 2009 At least 52 LTTE cadres have surrendered themselves to Sri Lanka Army at Valayarmadam today (Apr 26), reveal defence sources. Among them were 23 trained LTTE cadres between 13 to 18 years of age and a group 29 schoolchildren who had been recently conscripted to the outfit, the sources add. The surrendees have told the soldiers that there are many hundreds like them still being held by the LTTE leadership for his protection. The soldiers found these young LTTE cadres while conducting mopping up operations in the Valayarmadam area this morning. Navy thwarts LTTE bid to attack ground troops by Sea - 26th April 2009 Sri Lanka Navy foiled a desperate attempt made by the LTTE terrorists to attack ground troops during wee hours today (Apr 26), navy sources said. According to the sources, navy patrol craft deployed in the Northeastern coastal waters of the Island detected a cluster of LTTE attack boats setting off from Vellamullaivaikkal shore around 1 AM. The Navy boats having identified that the terrorists were trying to attack ground troops now concentrated on the narrow stretch of land, in the Valayarmadam area, intercepted and attacked the terrorist boat. Valayarmadam liberated; more hostages rescued - 26th April 2009 Sri Lankan soldiers of 58 Division have liberated Valayarmadam area, rescuing hundreds more civilians held hostage by LTTE terrorists. According to the defence sources, Army Commandos and Special Forces soldiers backed by infantrymen of 10 Sri Lanka Light Infantry, and 12 Gemunu Watch entered into the area last evening , and engaged in mop up operation . Troops declared the area fully secured this morning (Apr 26). So far, soldiers have been able to rescue over 500 hostages, the sources added. Situation Report on 27 April 2009 Situation Report on 27 April 2009 Navy thwarts LTTE offensive, destroys LTTE boat - Mullaittivu Sri Lanka Navy's Fast Attack Craft and elite Special Boat Squadron (SBS) thwarted an LTTE attack on ground troops in the seas off Mullaittivu today (27th of April 2009). Naval troops intercepting two LTTE boats around 0430 hours directed Naval gun fire completely destroying one LTTE boat and inflicting heavy damages on the other. The intercepted LTTE boats had been on a mission to mount attacks on the advancing ground troops operating in the front lines when the Naval troops engaged them killing four sea tiger cadres. The damaged enemy boat had run aground being unable to withstand the Naval onslaught. The Navy suffered no casualties and none of its craft received any damages in the incident. Another 3000 civilians rescued, LTTE intensifies violence against civilians to win international sympathy Sri Lankan soldiers engaged in the world's largest hostage rescue mission yesterday (Apr 26) freed 3141 civilians from LTTE clutches. According to the defence.lk special correspondent on the field, troops of 58 Division rescued 3147 people when they liberated the Valayarmadam coastal village. The group included a large number of LTTE child soldiers. Separately another 107 civilians were rescued by 53 Division soldiers now operating in the Puthukudduyiruppu East area. 'Combat operations reach conclusion, priority to rescue hostages' - SL Government Government of Sri Lanka has decided that combat operations have reached their conclusion. Our security forces have been instructed to end the use of heavy caliber guns, combat aircraft and aerial weapons which could cause civilian causalities. Our security forces will confine their attempts to rescuing civilians who are held hostage and give foremost priority to saving civilians Situation Report on 28 April 2009 Situation Report on 28 April 2009 Humanitarian operations continue: 53, 58 Div troops advance through mined earth bunds LTTE terrorists suffered double blows losing two heavily fortified defence positions as 53 and 58 Division troops made predawn incursions at identified terror strongpoints located South of Valayanmadam today (April 28). 58 Div troops liberate Rektavaikkal: Operations continue to rescue remaining hostages The 58 Division troops continuing with its forward march to rescue the remaining civilians held hostage with LTTE have liberated the Rektavaikkal junction located 2km South of Valayanmadam, this afternoon (April 28). Situation Reports on 29th April, 2009 Situation Reports on 29th April, 2009 Navy thwarts LTTE offensive bid: destroys 6 LTTE boats off Mullaittivu Sri Lankan Navy elites have thwarted a pre-dawn LTTE offensive bid, destroying 4 LTTE suicide boats while sinking two other attack craft in the seas off Mullaittivu, today (Apr 29). 58 Div captures another earth bund: March-on to rescue remaining civilians 58 Division troops who liberated the Rektavaikkal junction on Tuesday (Apr 28) afternoon advanced further South tiring-out terrorist resistances and stamped another victory, capturing a 200m long earthbund Situation Report on 30 April 2009 Situation Report on 30 April 2009 Haul of bombs, explosives uncovered by 57 Div troops - Puthukkudiyirippu 57 Division troops now engaged in active defence operations in general area West of Puthukkudiyirippu have uncovered a haul of bombs, explosives and mines yesterday (Apr 29). Indian Army, Navy on high alert The Indian Army and the Indian Navy have been placed on high alert along the country's southern coast to prevent any infiltration bid by LTTE cadres fleeing the military offensive against them in Sri Lanka, a top commander said on Wednesday. 58 Div troops close-in on LTTE: hostage rescue operation enters final phase During the past 48 hours security forces led by 58 Division infantrymen have advanced further South of Rektavaikkal, shrinking the remaining swathe of land to a near 7sq.kms where LTTE terrorists are expected to face its end game, military sources said. Air Force allocates cargo aircraft to send relief items received from public Sri Lanka Air Force has allocated several cargo aircraft to transport increasing stocks of relief items provided by the public. No time for ceasefire: time yet for surrender - President We have at no time gone for a ceasefire. We will not do so now. There is no time for that now. In the five or six days remaining we have given the opportunity for the LTTE to lay down their arms and surrender to the Armed Forces and, even in the name of God, free the civilians held by them. Situation Report on 2 May 2009 Situation Report on 1 May 2009 Navy foils LTTE sea tiger suicide attack in Mullaittivu: 03 sea tiger boats sunk and 23 sea tigers killed SriLanka Navy's elite Special Boat Squadron (SBS), Fast Attack Craft (FAC) and Rapid Action Boat squadron (RABS) destroyed three sea tiger boats killing twenty three sea tigers in the seas off Mullaittivu around 1.00 AM today (1st May 2009). Situation Report on 2 May 2009 Situation Report on 2 May 2009 STF thwarts LTTE infiltration bid, kills 4 terrorists - Pottuvil Police elites, Special Task Force (STF) personnel engaged in active defence operations in general area Komari, Pottuvil have thwarted an LTTE infiltration bid reportedly killing 4 terrorists this evening (May 2) at around 4.30 p.m., following an information. Situation Report on 3 May 2009 Situation Report on 3 May 2009 STF thwarts LTTE infiltration bid, kills 4 terrorists - Pottuvil Police elites, Special Task Force (STF) personnel engaged in active defence operations in general area Komari, Pottuvil have thwarted an LTTE infiltration bid reportedly killing 4 terrorists last evening (May 2) at around 4.30 p.m., following an information. Situation Report on 04 May 2009 Situation Report on 04 May 2009 More arrests in pro-LTTE attack on Indian Army convoy At least 20 persons have now been arrested in connection with the attack on an Indian Army convoy in South India, by pro-LTTE groups, reports from, Coimbatore state. LTTE takes heavy beating, troops capture earthbund - Mullaittivu The 58 and the 53 Divisions cleared their paths towards the remaining five km stretch of the No Fire Zone after 53 Division stormed another heavily fortified earthbund built across the Paranthan-Mullaittivu, A-35 road following close quarter fighting that continued for long in the early hours of yesterday (May3). Situation Report on 05 May 2009 Situation Report on 05 May 2009 Troops close in on last LTTE hideout, amidst stiff LTTE resistance Security forces have now cornered the remaining LTTE cadre including its most wanted terror chiefs into a mere 4.5sq.km land South of Rektavaikkal and surging in three frontal ground maneuvers to rescue civilian hostages held at gunpoint, military sources said. Troops close in on last LTTE hideout, amidst stiff LTTE resistance - 05th May 2009 Security forces have now cornered the remaining LTTE cadre including its most wanted terror chiefs into a mere 4.5sq.km land South of Rektavaikkal and surging in three frontal ground maneuvers to rescue civilian hostages held at gunpoint, military sources said. According to ground information received, troops are advancing with utmost restraint into the remaining swathe of the NFZ, avoiding any form of civilian casualties despite continuous and provocative LTTE mortar and direct roll artillery barrages. LTTE triggers claymore mine, civilian killed- Konketiyawa - 05th May 2009 LTTE terrorists have triggered a claymore mine targeting a tractor, killing one civilian at Konketiyawa, Buttala this morning (May 5) at around 9.50. According to available information, the tractor belonging to the Pelawatta sugar company was along the Goonaganara - Illukpitiya Road during the time of explosion. The Buttala Police is conducting further investigations. LTTE attacks fleeing civilians at Vellamullivaikkal - 05th May 2009 LTTE terrorists have launched indiscriminate small arms fire attacks at hostages who were desperately fleeing the LTTE terror grip on 15 fishing boats early this morning (May 5). An LTTE second line leader one identified as Seelambu has ordered to assault at the civilians, beating them severely and throwing the out-board motors to sea. The rest of the people were taken custody and reportedly detained in LTTE torture cells at Mullivaikkal, military said citing intercepted LTTE communication channels. Situation Report on 07 May 2009 Situation Report on 07 May 2009 Troops capture part of the LTTE built earth bund - Karayamulliavaikkal Troops of 58 Division engaged in world's largest hostage rescue mission further advanced into the No Fire Zone confining LTTE terrorists a mere 6 Sq Km, defence sources said. Situation Report on 08 May 2009 Situation Report on 08 May 2009 58 Div captures Karayamulliavaikkal earth bund; 35 LTTE bodies found Infantrymen of 58 Division have gained total control over the entire earth bund built by the LTTE terrorists in Karayamulliavaikkal by this afternoon (8 May) following hours-long fighting, latest military report received from the battlefront said. "New Safety Zone" Restricted to 2.5 sq km - Army Sri Lanka Army, now in full control of more than two thirds of the existing Puthumattalan "New Safety Zone", friday (8) afternoon officially announced the re-demarcation of the "New Safety Zone", restricting to the strip, south of Karayamullivaikkal including Vellamullivaikkal with an area of some 2 km in length and 1.5 km in width, the Army Headquarters declared. 58 Div gains more control over LTTE earth bund - Karayamulliavaikkal Troops of 58 and 53 Divisions continued their advances further into No Fire Zone amidst stiff resistance as LTTE terrorists made their maximum effort to hold the earth bund built to obstruct the security forces' advance Navy rescues 32 Tamil Civilians fleeing from LTTE Clutches Sri Lanka Navy rescued 32 Tamil civilians, who had been fleeing from the LTTE clutches, in the North-eastern seas on two occasions on the 06th and 7th of May 2009 respectively. 43 Tamil civilians seek protection with security forces A total of 43 more Tamil civilians held hostage by the LTTE terrorists in government declared No Fire Zone (NFZ) were able to escape the terror grip and reached security forces seeking safety for their lives, military sources said. Situation Report on 09 May 2009 Situation Report on 09 May 2009 SLAF airlifts Tamil civilians injured in LTTE firing - 09th May 2009 Sri Lanka Air Force has airlifted Tamil civilians received severe injuries in LTTE indiscriminate firing to the Anuradhapura base hospital last evening, 8 May. Air Force spokesperson, Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara speaking to defence.lk said 12 Tamil civilians airlifted from Alampil to Anuradhapura base hospital for immediate medical attention. Navy destroys 02 Sea Tiger boats, captures 02; 14 Sea Tigers killed - off Mullaittivu seas - 09th May 2009 Continuing it's heavy onslaught on LTTE's desperate attempts to attack the well fortified Naval cordon in the seas off Vellemullivaikkal today (9th May 2009) around 0300 hrs SLN destroyed 01 LTTE sea tiger suicide boat and 01 LTTE attack craft and captured another LTTE suicide boat with an attack craft, killing 14 sea tiger carders on board. Commander meets Wanni ground commanders - 09th May 2009 Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka, along with a few Senior Officers of the Army Headquarters, flew to Vavuniya to review the latest developments of the security situation in Vanni areas. Army Commander, after being received by Commander Security Forces Headquarters Wanni (SFHQ-W) Major General Jagath Jayasuriya, was conducted to the SFHQ auditorium where he met senior ground commanders and discussed the present security situation in Wanni. He also issued further instructions to his ground commanders. Situation Reports on 10th May, 2009 Situation Reports on 10th May, 2009 Two senior LTTE leaders killed So called "spokesperson" of the world's most ruthless terror outfit, LTTE, known as Ilanthirayan has succumbed to his injuries today, 10 May, pro-LTTE websites claimed. Mortar locating radar indicates LTTE fired heavy mortars at civilians in new "Safe Zone" LTTE terrorists have fired heavy mortars targeting the civilians in the new "Safe Zone" using heavy guns mounted in the "Safe Zone" itself from morning hours today, 10 May, Mortar Locating Radar of Army confirmed. 53, 58 Divs advance further to rescue civilian hostage held by LTTE Infantrymen of Air Mobile Brigade under command to 58 Division further advanced into the "No Fire Zone" capturing LTTE strong positions in general area Karaiyamullivaikal yesterday, 9 May. 57 Div uncovers more LTTE military items - Visuamadu Troops of 57 Division on massive search and clearing operations continuously in recently liberated area uncovered large consignment of military hardware left behind by the fleeing terrorists, military report received from the battlefront said. Situation Reports on 11th May, 2009 Situation Reports on 11th May, 2009 LTTE takes heavy beating: Troops seize control over terrorist gun positions - Vellamullivaikkal 58 Division troops now operating South of Rektavaikkal have advanced further 800m and positioned at the outskirts of the newly declared 2km long civilian safety zone while destroying several LTTE gun installations today (May 11). Another 1000 civilians break out of captivity Defense sources have reported in that over 1000 civilians broke out of the conflict zone at the Mullaittivu end over 24 hours, ending noon, May 11. The LTTE sentries, initially overwhelmed, recovered and opened fire on the fleeing civilians. 53, 58 Divs continue ground operation to rescue civilian hostages; LTTE suffers heavy damages Troops of 58 Division operating in close proximity to the newly declared "Civilian Safe Zone (CSZ)" have further continued their ground advances to rescue the civilian hostages held by the LTTE terrorists yesterday, 11 May. 53 Div uncovers 2 LTTE used paddle guns and many other warlike items Two paddle guns and a cache of military hardware left behind by the fleeing terrorists were uncovered by the troops of 53 Division in a clearing operation conducted at the newly liberated Karayanmullivaikkal area yesterday, (10 May). Situation Reports on 12th May, 2009 Situation Reports on 12th May, 2009 59 Div cross over LTTE built earth bund at Wadduvakal: capture 300m of territory The 59 Division troops led by overlooking Div Commander, Brigadier Prasanna Silva have stepped-up into the on-going hostage rescue operation, with initial advances made by 6 SLLI and 12 SLLI infantrymen crossing the LTTE constructed earth bund cum ditch North of the Wadduvakal causeway, early this morning (May 12). LTTE mob attack at Buddhist temple in Paris A group of unidentified LTTE mob has led a cowardly attack at the International Buddhist Centre at Le Bourget in Paris on Sunday (May 10), causing extensive damages to property, Sri Lankan embassy sources in France reported. Situation Reports on 13th May, 2009 Situation Reports on 13th May, 2009 LTTE's multi barrel rocket launcher found - Karyalaimullivaikkal A Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) used by the LTTE terrorists were found by the troops of 9 Gemunu Watch (9 GW) serving under 58 Division conducting a search and clearing operation in general area Karyalaimullivaikkal this morning, 13 May, defence sources said. Massive sea tiger suicide trawler uncovered - Karaimullivaikkal The Security Forces have uncovered the massive sea tiger suicide trawler hitherto recovered. It was laden with 1500 kilograms of explosives. 57 Div uncovers LTTE aircraft engine and accessories - Thevipurm Troops of 11 Sri Lanka Artillery (11 SLA) serving under 57 Division uncovered LTTE aircraft engine and a few accessories in a search operation conducted in general area Thevipurm, Mullaittivu this morning, 13 May. Situation Reports on 14th May, 2009 Situation Reports on 14th May, 2009 Final phase for the hostage rescue mission; over 3000 rescued Sri Lanka soldiers have rescued over 3300 civilians held at hostage by the LTTE terrorists by this evening (May 14) reveal defense forces. According to the sources , the rescue mission is underway with thousand more civilians seeking refuge with the soldiers in the Vellaimulliwaikkal area even at the time of filing this report. Security forces open-up escape route for hostages: Over 1500 rescued Military formations advancing in three fronts determined to rescue civilian hostages held by LTTE at the newly declared civilian safe zone, at Velamullaivaikkal have succeeded in their objective this afternoon (May 14), with an estimated number of over 1500 civilians freed from LTTE hostage. Army maneuvers further southwards along the coast Sri Lanka Army 53 and 58 Division are now sweeping around the new civilians safety zone, reveal latest reports from the battlefront. 18 LTTE bodies uncovered during search operations - Vellamullivaikkal Troops of 58 Division further advanced into the "Civilian Safety Zone" to rescue the civilian hostage held by the LTTE terrorists in general area Vellamullivaikkal yesterday, 13 May. Heavy fighting between LTTE terrorists and troops took place in the area causing heavy damages to the enemy, military said. 18 bodies of LTTE terrorists killed during recent fighting were also found by the troops engaged in clearing operations in the area. In addition to the above recoveries made, troops also found one disposable rocket propelled grenade launcher(RPG), 01x RPG gun, an LTTE improvised 'baba' mortar launcher, a T-81 assault riffle, 02 I-com sets and a 12.7mm anti-air craft gun. 18 high explosive claymore bombs found in Grand-Pass Army intelligence, subsequent to a tip-off given, made a breakthrough on Wednesday (13) afternoon in Colombo when the troops stormed a garage premises on Lucas Mawatha, Colombo 15 (Grandpass) and unearthed 18 powerful claymore mines, 85 kg of high-powered explosives, two radio sets and two pull switch. Situation Report on 15 May 2009 Situation Report on 15 May 2009 Sea Tiger chief's family found among fleeing IDPs - 15th May 2009 Sri Lanka navy sea units have identified the family members of LTTE's Sea Tiger wing leader Soosai this morning (May 15) when they rescued a boat consisting 11 civilians. The rescue mission speeds up; Kariyalamullaivaikkal Tsunami village liberated - 15th May 2009 Sri Lankan soldiers now engaged in the final phase of their humanitarian operation in the Island's northeast, have liberated the inhabitants of the Kariyalamullai Tsunami relief village. Suicide double-cab explodes, at least 4 terrorists killed - Vellamullivaikkal - 15th May 2009 LTTE terrorists on the brink of total defeat have resorted crude terror tactics targeting the 58 Division infantrymen advancing along the coast, South of Vellamullivaikal today (May 15). Three LTTE child recruits surrender with security forces - Vellamullivaikkal - 15th May 2009 Three LTTE child recruits have escaped from LTTE tyranny and sought protection with troops of the 58 Division at Vellamullivaikkal, today (May 15) at around 2p.m. According to ground troops, the surrendees were of 15, 16 and 18 years of age, abducted from their families and forced to undergo LTTE arms training. The recruits have managed to mingle among the hostages and escape, security sources said citing a surrendered LTTE child recruit. Situation Report on 16 May 2009 Situation Report on 16 May 2009 Swarnam, Shashikumar master killed in confrontation - Military Spokesperson Swarnam and Shasikumar master, two senior LTTE terrorists were killed during confrontations ensued with security forces at Vellamullivaikkal, today (May 16), said Military Spokesperson Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara exclusively reporting to media. Sri Lanka's coast free of terror; Army 58 Div links up with the 59 Div Sri Lankan soldiers of Army 58 Division have linked up with the 59 Division soldiers freeing the last remaining coastal stretch under LTTE clutches. 58 Div seize 152 artillery gun: LTTE to face humiliating defeat - Vellaimullivaikkal 58 Division troops while consolidating defences after linking-up with the 59 Div at the coast of Vellaimullivaikkal have sized a 152mm LTTE artillery gun along with a few other military hardware today (May 16). Situation Reports on 17th May, 2009 Situation Reports on 17th May, 2009 LTTE leaders boxed in less than one square kilometer stretch Sri Lankan soldiers have boxed the remaining LTTE cadres into a 400m x 600m land stretch in the Vellaimullaivaikkal area reveal the latest battlefield reports. All hostages rescued - Army Troops have rescued all remaining civilians held hostage by LTTE terrorists; revealed military spokesperson Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara a few minutes ago today (May 17). Army rescues seven POWs from LTTE grip Army 59 Division troops have rescued 7 servicemen held captive by LTTE terrorists at Vellamullaivaikkal this morning (May 17). According to information received, 4 sailors and 3 soldiers were among the rescued. Over 36,000 hostages rescued; troops enter LTTE's last hideout Sri Lankan soldiers have reached the concluding phase of their humanitarian operation in the Island's northeast as they rescued over 36,000 civilians from LTTE hold during last 24 hours. According to the battlefield sources, Army 53, 58 and 59 Division soldiers have entered into the area where LTTE leaders have been cowering among the civilians during last couple of weeks. Soldiers are now looking for sick and disabled people that may be left in the area as almost all the others held at hostage by the terrorists have been rescued. Situation Report on 18 May 2009 Situation Report on 18 May 2009 Armed Force Commanders promoted to next higher ranks - 18th May 2009 His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa, President of Sri Lanka and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces has granted promotions for the commanders of Army, Navy and Air Force who have been instrumental in winning the historic battle against LTTE terrorism in Sri Lanka. 53 and 58 Divs uncover over 350 LTTE bodies - 18th May 2009 Troops of 53 and 58 Divisions have uncovered over 350 bodies of LTTE terrorists killed while conducting the search and clearing operations in general area Vellamullaiwaikkal this evening, 18 May. Infantrymen of 53 Division have found uncovered 181 bodies of LTTE terrorists along with a large quantity of weapons and ammunition, latest military sources said. Over 10 Million rupees were also found in possession of killed top LTTE leaders, military sources added. Bodies of 18 senior LTTE leaders positively identified; clearing operations continue - 18th May 2009 Armed forces officials have positively identified 18 bodies of senior LTTE cadres including that of Pottu Amman. The following is list of identified LTTE leaders found among the dead today (May 18). Army foils LTTE's last attempt to evacuate its leaders; bodies being identified - 18th May 2009 Sri Lankan army elites and infantrymen of 53, 58 and 59 Divisions have foiled the LTTE's last attempt to evacuate its top leaders this morning (May 18). According to the latest battlefield reports, soldiers have located over 150 bodies of LTTE cadres so far. The process of identifying the terrorist bodies is in progress. Mop-up operations continue: Kapil Amman, Ilango also among dead - 18th May 2009 Sri Lankan security forces continuing mop-up operations at the 100m x 100m remaining land patch, North of Vellamullivaikkal have uncovered three more bodies of key LTTE leaders, this morning (May 18). According to latest battlefield reports received, the 53 and 58 Division troops including Special Forces and Commandos have uncovered the bodies, suspected to be of Ilango (LTTE 'Police' wing chief), Sudarman (Charles Anthony's close aid) and Kapil Amman( LTTE intelligence wing). The bodies were found abandoned in the area, the sources further said. Three top LTTE leaders killed: Bodies found abandoned - 18th May 2009 Sri Lankan Special Forces soldiers have found bodies of three key LTTE leaders identified as Nadeshan, Pulidevan and Ramesh during the mop-up operations in the last LTTE foothold this morning( May 18). According to the latest information, the remaining LTTE cadres are now boxed into a 100m x 100m area, North of Vellamullivaikkal. LTTE terrorists abandon their chief's son; body found - 18th May 2009 Sri Lanka Army special forces soldiers have found a body suspected to be of Charles Anthony, the elder son of LTTE chief V. Prabhakaran in the Karayamullavaikkal area this morning (May 18). Army elites spearhead the final assault; Sri Lanka awaits total liberation from terror - 18th May 2009 Sri Lanka Army elites have entered into the final foothold of the LTTE terrorists that has been shrunk to a 350m x 250m area on the northeastern coast, reveal latest battlefield reports. Troops are now engaged in mop-up operations in a heavily mined and trapped stretch of a land where the remaining terrorists are hiding in, the reports add. Situation Report on 21 May 2009 Situation Report on 21 May 2009 Guard of Honour for newly promoted SLAF Commander - on 21st May 2009 His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa, President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces has been pleased to promote Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force Air Marshal Roshan Gunethilake to the rank of Air Chief Marshal in appreciation of the SLAF's contribution to win the battle against LTTE terrorism. Infiltrated terrorists to be flushed out - on 21st May 2009 Army troops serving the east without taking any further chances for LTTE blood-bath after Wednesday's (20) decimation of eight Tiger terrorists in Periyapillumalai in Batticaloa and Kanchikudichchiaru in Ampara made further gains Thursday (21) afternoon when they knocked out ten terrorists who had been intermittently terrorizing the east . Army confronted a group of LTTE terrorists hiding in Kadawana jungle area this afternoon (21) around 2.30 p.m. Sri Lanka owned business chain outlets attacked by LTTE mobs in London - on 21st May 2009 Suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) supporters in London attacked five outlets of a Sri Lankan owned fast food chain called "Sam's Chicken". The owner of the chain Sam Chandrasinha said five of his outlets have been damaged. Maldives congratulates Sri Lanka on defeating terrorism - on 21st May 2009 The Maldivian Government has felicitated the Government of Sri Lanka on the achievement of a historic victory over terrorism. This congratulatory message was conveyed to President Mahinda Rajapaksa by the President of the Maldives, Mohamed Nasheed in a telephone conversation this morning (21 May 2009). UK Sri Lankans celebrate victory over terrorism - on 21st May 2009 UK Sri Lankans gathered in Hyde Park Gardens, London, Tuesday (May 19), to celebrate the Sri Lankan victory after a 26-year battle against terrorism. The London rally was organised by Sri Lankans Against Terrorism in UK ("SLAT UK"). For several years SLAT UK has been at the forefront of this campaign, organising demonstrations and other related events throughout the UK and Europe. LTTE Agents in Australia throw acid at two Sri Lankan students; Doctors say one might go on blind - on 21st May 2009 LTTE terror agents infuriated by the fall of their leader Prabhakaran in Sydney West, Australia, entered the house of two Sri Lankan students and threw acid at them. Two victims Chathurika and Jayasiri have suffered serious injuries and doctors have told the relatives that Jayasiri might lose his eyesight. The victims have told police that the attackers were screaming in Tamil while attacking them. A third one in the house has escaped the attack by hiding. All guns silenced: Sri Lanka Army disproves worldwide concept on terrorism - on 21st May 2009 "They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn at the going dawn of the sun, and in the morning we will remember them lest we forget" Fluttering Division, Brigade and Unit flags of the Sri Lanka Army in Velllamullivaikkal, Puthumatalan showered their cool breeze on the entire Nanthikandal lagoon and the Mother Sri Lanka alike when thousands of Army troops who toiled day and night for liberation of this tiny Nation in the past few months formally ceased their fire yesterday (20) afternoon at 14.30 hrs during a military ceremony, headed by Major General Jagath Jayasuriya, Commander Security Forces Wanni, General Officers Commanding, Brigade Commanders, Senior Officers and all ground commanders. Situation Report on 22 May 2009 Situation Report on 22 May 2009 Security of the people is the top priority- President of the Task Force Secretaries of the Ministries appointed for the Special Task Force for the Resettlement, Development and Security in the Northern Province met at the Presidential Secretariat yesterday (21). Security of the people is the top priority of the Task Force, Senior Presidential Advisor and the Chairman of the Task Force Basil Rajapaksa said. He requested all secretaries to come up with fresh schedules to develop economic and social infrastructure of the Northern Province. The Task Force is planning to implement a "180 days" program initially, he said. Situation Report on 25 May 2009 Situation Report on 25 May 2009 Sacrifices paved the way for victory - Defence Secretary - on 25th May 2009 "The sacrifice of the valiant troops paved the way for the freedom and territorial integrity enjoyed by all the citizens of the Country" stated Secretary to the Ministry of Defence Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksa this morning (25). He expressed these views at a special ceremony held in memorial of the brave troops of the Army, Navy, Air-Force, Police and Civil Security Force at the Ministry of Defence premises around 9.45 a.m. this morning (25). Police recovered a haul of bombs - Vavuniya - on 25th May 2009 Yesterday (May 24) Vavuniya Police conducted a search operation in Skandapuram area and recovered 15 bombs at around 7.40 a.m. Each bomb weighed 9 kg and those were found buried in two barrels. A detonator cord also recovered by police troops during the operation. Remembrance and 'Pirith'Chanting Ceremony to invoke blessing on the Fallen Heroes - on 25th May 2009 An all night 'Pirith' Chanting Ceremony was held to invoke blessing on all those who lost their lives or went missing in the war against terrorism at the Naval base in Trincomalee, last Saturday (23rd May). It was held under the aegis of The commander of the Navy Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda, where many other high ranking officers were also present. This event was preceded by a ceremony to pay respect to the Fallen Heroes, during the morning the same day. The 'Pirith' ceremony was followed a 'Sanghika Dhakshinawa ' ( almsgiving ceremony) to the Buddhist clergy. The unique feature of this event was the holding of this almsgiving ceremony onboard SLNS Sayura. This is the first time a programme of this sort was held onboard a Naval ship. Situation Report on 28 May 2009 Situation Report on 28 May 2009 A haul of military equipments uncovered - Mullaittivu On 27 May, Troops of the 57 & 58 Divisions recovered a haul of military equipments during a search operation from Vellamullawaikkal area. Situation Report on 01 June 2009 Situation Report on 01 June 2009 More military equipments recovered - Mullaittivu While continuing their search operations in Mullaittivu areas, Troops of 55 Division recovered a large amount of military equipments from Puthukudueurruppu East, yesterday (31st May).