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Thursday, October 30, 2008

Tiger planes missed targets-Minister Senaviratna

Tiger planes missed targets-Minister Senaviratna

SRI LANKA-The Minister of Power and Energy says that the Tamil Tigers have not been able to accomplish their objectives. Minister of Power and Energy John Senaviratna met journalist at the Kelanitissa Power Plant in Colombo which was subjected to ariel bombing blamed on the Tamil Tigers on Tuesday night. bbc-sandesaya

Troops capture Tigers’ top defence lines

Troops capture Tigers’ top defence lines

Jeyapuram, Akkrayankulam tank bund, 12 km defences fall to Army:

SRI LANKA-The 58 Division troops operating in the western edge of the Kilinochchi district yesterday kept the momentum of their speedy advance into Tiger held territory completely capturing the Jeyapuram village the last village in the Western part of Kilinochchi district and the 12 km long LTTE defence line south of Nachchikuda. dailynews

Talks boost Indo-Lanka ties........

Talks boost Indo-Lanka ties Special Envoy lauds India for understanding Lankan issues:

INDIA: Senior Presidential Advisor MP Basil Rajapaksa said yesterday after talks with Indian leaders that New Delhi and Colombo were “genuine friends” and that his country would keep civilian casualties in the war against the Tigers “to the very minimum”. sources-dailynews

Fishermen issue: India, Lanka agree on practical arrangements

New Delhi - In the wake of India's concern over harassment and killing of its fishermen in maritime waters with Sri Lanka, New Delhi and Colombo on Sunday decided to put in place practical arrangements to address the issue. As per the arrangements, Sri Lanka will identify "sensitive areas" in its maritime waters which should be avoided by Indian fishermen, who would have to carry I-cards issued by the Tamil Nadu government and their vessels should possess permits.

India took up the issue of harassment and killing of its fishermen by Sri Lankan Navy during the meetings President Mahinda Rajapaksa's Special Adviser Basil Rajapaksa had with External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee, National Security Adviser and Foreign Secretary Shivshankar Menon here. The Hindu

Task Force 1 spearheads Kilinochchi battlefront ; moves in-between A9 and A32...........

Task Force 1 spearheads Kilinochchi battlefront ; moves in-between A9 and A32

SRI LANKA-The Army Task Force 1 , operating on the western half of the Kilinochchi battle frontage has taken the lead of the advance, moving about 5 km northwards from the Manniyakulam -Therumurikkandi road.

Troops of 582 brigade, launched an offensive on Sunday (Oct 26) morning to clear the LTTE hiding areas in the Nochchimodai area , and were able to extend their forward boundaries to the North of Kunchchikulam by the same evening. Troops have continued their operation on Monday and have been able to further extend their boundaries after giving heavy beating to the terrorists.

According to the battlefield reports received so far, troops have found 3 bodies of slain LTTE cadres along with 3 T-56 riffles during search operations.

Nochchimodai is situated on the land mass immediately west to the Kilinochchi built up and on the middle of the 20 km stretch separating Mannar- Pooneryn (A32) road and the Jaffna- Kandy (A9) road. Task Force 1 troops after breaching the LTTE built earth bund at Vannerikulam few weeks earlier have been moving ahead dominating Manniyakulam junction, Kunchchikulam and Nochchimodai areas so far. defence.lk

Sri Lanka reassures UN on IDP welfare

Sri Lanka reassures UN on IDP welfare

SRI LANKA-Sri Lanka yesterday reassured the United Nations that it is steadfastly committed top protect the rights of the residents in the Wanni and ensure their welfare. This assurance was given when Disaster Management and Human Rights Minister Mahinda Samarasinghe called on UN Secretary General Ban ki-Moon at the UN.

The Minister briefed the Secretary General on the progress being achieved by the Government in its effort to promote and protect human rights and also address the humanitarian concerns in the North, a spokesman for the Minister said. He reiterated that the Government remained sensitive to the principle of civilian protection, emphasizing that the Security Forces’ experience in the Eastern Province last year with no civilian casualties provided the best practice, which inspired its ongoing campaign against terrorism in the North. dailynews

Security forces dominate Gajabapura - Welioya

SRI LANKA-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. www.defence.lk

We are not a voice of LTTE - Karunanidhi's daughter, Kanimoshi......

We are not a voice of LTTE - Karunanidhi's daughter, Kanimoshi.

SRI LANKA-"we are talking about Tamil people in Sri Lanka who are faceing the trgerdy conflict.This is not only our problem but also world. and must presser the govenment of Sri Lanka.We are not suporting to the LTTE."said by karunanidhi's daughter Kanimoshi, interview with Werakesari Tamil News Paper.

Bodu Bala Sena petitions Indian HC Sri Lanka.

SRI LANKA-Bodu Bala Sena Organizationyesterday(22)handed over a petition to the Indian High Commissioner in Colombo, saying that no state has the right to intervene in the internal affairs of another independent state.

India 'assured' on civilians safety

FM says Basil Rajapaksa, MP, is due to visit India shortly

SRI LANKA-Indian foreign minister Pranab Mukherjee informed the parliament that Sri Lanka has assured India that the safety and wellbeing of Tamil community in Sri Lanka will be taken care of. He also said that senior advisor to the Sri Lanka President, Basil Rajapaksa, MP, is due to visit India shortly to discuss the issue. BBC sandesaya

Pakistan wishes to expand ties with Sri Lanka: PM

Pakistan wishes to expand ties with Sri Lanka: PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan wishes to further expand the existing cordial friendly ties with Sri Lanka, with particular emphasis on trade and defence cooperation fields. The PM was talking to the outgoing High Commissioner of Sri Lanka, Wijeratne Bandra Dorakumbura, who paid a farewell call on him at the PM House on Wednesday.

The PM appreciated the role of the High Commissioner in strengthening Pakistan-Sri Lanka relations. He fondly recalled his recent visit to Colombo to participate in the 15th Saarc Summit during which he had very useful meetings with Sri Lankan president, prime minister and the speaker of the national assembly.

The PM said Pakistan supports the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of Sri Lanka. He hoped that lasting peace would soon be achieved in the country. The high commissioner termed Sri Lanka as the friend of Pakistan. He thanked the PM for the complete cooperation of the Government of Pakistan in discharge his duties as high commissioner and conveyed the best wishes of Sri Lankan president and prime minister. He also extended an invitation on behalf of the Sri Lankan government to the prime minister to visit Sri Lanka.-International The News

Twin blows to LTTE: Attempts to hoodwink IC boomerang

SRI LANKA-LTTE met with another defeat, to be humiliated again in the Northern waters, in its failed suicide boat attack this morning (Oct 22), targeting two merchant vessels with essential food supplies to the Jaffna peninsula. This is not an isolated attack but part of the clear strategy of the LTTE to bounce back from the inevitable defeat in the theatres of battle.-defence.lk

LTTE attack merchant ships carrying......................

LTTE attack merchant ships carrying essential supplies to civilians; Navy captures suicide boat - Jaffna .

SRI LANKA-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 suppliers to the civilians living in war affected areas, the sources added. defence.lk

6,093 families affected due to bad weather conditions

SRI LANKA-According to Meteorological Chief G.H.P. Dharmarathne, October to December is the most active period in the Bay of Bengal, resulting in more frequent disturbed weather conditions affecting Sri Lanka. The Disaster Management Centre yesterday said that one person had died and many others were on the verge of being displaced if the rains persist.

Several roads in Galle, Kalutara, Matara, Gampaha and Colombo districts were reported to be several feet under water with traffic coming to a standstill in the affected roads. one died due to flooding. 6,093 families affected by adverse weather DMC confirmed.-file pix

Govt responsible for the welfare of every citizen - President

SRI LANKA-"Our primary responsibility as a government is to look after all our citizens. I carry out this responsibility to the fullest especially with regard to the people who are temporarily displaced in the North, due to the ongoing military operations to defeat terrorism.source-defence.lk

Civilians our main concern - President

Civilians our main concern - President

SRI LANKA- The battle against terrorism which we could convincingly win within a few days, is nevertheless prolonged due to the grave concern and the optimum caution exercised by the highly disciplined Armed Forces who are fighting under severe constraints, to cause no harm or loss to innocent, civilian human life, observed President Mahinda Rajapaksa.-dailynews

India with Lanka on national issue - Foreign Minister

SRI LANKA-Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama described the current relationship and dialogue with India in relation to the Northern issue, as being in its “highest expectations for Sri Lanka.” He said India had been “not only moderate” but also “most understanding” of the current situation and this was a comforting position for both parties.
Speaking to the Daily News after an invitation to Indian External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee to come here for an assessment, Bogollagama said they were maintaining a very sincere and transparent relationship over the issue.dailynews

LTTE launched poisonous gas attacks at Akkarayankulam: Soldiers died and many injured –Prayathna condemns

SRI LANKA-The Prayathna People's Movement strongly condemns the use of poisonous gas by LTTE at the battle front said Kelly Senanayake General Secretary Prayathna People's Movement issuing the statement to media. Full text as follows… According to the Defence Ministry sources, “troops moving from the east of Akkarayankulam tank had to slowdown their advance at the initial stages as the LTTE launched poisonous gas attacks at them. However, troops withstood the chemical attack and advanced dominating about 1 km on the LTTE earth bund” According to information, several soldiers have died and many injured in the battle. The records of the previous fighting show that the LTTE has used what is called CS Gas even last month. Chemical analysts say CS is disseminated by burning, explosion aerosol formation which causes immediate irritation to the eyes and upper respiratory tract and even danger to life and health. Though some countries use it for quelling protests, the use of CS in war is prohibited by the 1997 UN Convention on Chemical Weapons. It should be noted that there were campaigns and protests all over the world, including Britain which is vigorous, against these weapons. Recently a resolution was also adopted at a forum of world leaders against the production of chemical weapons. This shows there is a world-wide opposition to chemical weapons. There can be no justification to use the CS gas or any chemical-contained poisonous gas in the ongoing conflict in the North. When poisonous gas is disseminated it would not only affect the armed forces but also civilians who are already in a dire situation owing to aerial bombings. Hence we cannot condone the use of CS gas for whatever reason. The Prayathna People's Movement is always against violence in any form that come from any sides as it endangers the life of people. In this context the PPM unconditionally condemns the use of CS gas by the LTTE. source-lankaenews

Army captures Vannarikulam area

Army captures Vannarikulam area

SRI LANKA- Troops attached to 58 division of Army captured Kilinochchi Vannarikulam Area yesterday (19).

The Media Centre for National Security informs LTTE suffered heavy losses in fighting between LTTE and Government troops

The battlefield south of Kilinochchi is a mud bath

SRI LANKA-At least 33 troops were killed fighting Tamil Tiger rebels in northern over the weekend, the government says. bbc

Chief Minister says he always condemned political killings

SRI LANKA-The All Party meeting in Tamil Nadu has called upon the Indian government to broker a ceasefire between the Sri Lankan government and the LTTE within two weeks-BBC Tamil Service

Urge LTTE to free Tamil civilians - TULF leader tells TN....

Urge LTTE to free Tamil civilians - TULF leader tells TN

SRI LANKA-The Tamil United Liberation Front has appealed to governing officials in the Tamil Nadu (TN) to exert pressure on the LTTE to set free those Tamil civilians trapped in Kilinochchi so that they may go anywhere they want to.

The moment the LTTE opens its iron gate the displaced persons will move out in no time and get back to their respective homes, the president of TULF V.Anandasangaree has said in a letter addressed to Tamil Nadu, titled Appeal to the leaders of Political Parties and the People of Tamil Nadu. defence.lk

Russian military technology, expertise for Lanka

SRI LANKA- The Russian Government has endorsed measures taken by the Sri Lankan Government against terrorism and pledged its fullest support to the endeavour.source-dailynews

No support to LTTE - Congress

INDIA: The Congress said it was worried about the situation in Sri Lanka, but said it was not supporting the cause of the LTTE or its chief Prabhakaran. -dailynews

LTTE arti attack to the WFP food convoy

LTTE arti attack to the WFP food convoy

Lorries return to Vavuniya :

SRI LANKA-WANNI: Fifty World Food Programme lorries carrying essential food items, medicine and other dry rations for Wanni civilians were forced to return to Vavuniya due to LTTE artillery fire and claymore mine attacks yesterday.. Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said that the convoy loaded with essential food items had crossed the Omanthai entry/exit point.
The Commissioner general Of Essential Services S.B.divarathna said that press briefing in Colombo yesterday, LTTE try to blok these food convoy as a food weapon against to the Wanni civilians. source -dailynews-pix- file

President stresses viable political solution for Tamil people

SRI LANKA-In an interview by the Editor in Chief of the Hindu newspaper, N. Ram Sri Lanka's President Mahinda Rajapaksa said he would rather help draw up a political solution to the Tamil people than to the LTTE terrorist outfit. "What is the use of giving a solution to terrorists? They are not giving up terrorism," he told Editor Ram in the interview carried as the lead story of the newspaper's print edition as well as its web edition .

"I am firmly committed to a just and enduring political solution" to the situation in Sri Lanka and "am clear that there are no military solutions to political questions," President Mahinda Rajapaksa told the editor in a telephonic conversation from Colombo on Thursday(Oct 16) morning. source-defence.lk

We are against terrorists, not Tamils: Sri Lanka govt

We are against terrorists, not Tamils: Sri Lanka govt

SRI LANKA-Assuring that the current developments in northern Sri Lanka, including the escalation in the fighting against LTTE, was a "temporary pha
se", Sri Lankan government said on Wednesday night that it should not be construed as an offensive against ethnic Tamil civilians. -times of india

India Calls for Negotiated Settlement in Sri Lanka.....

India Calls for Negotiated Settlement in Sri Lanka

India's Prime Minister Manmohan Singh says Sri Lanka's government and Tamil Tiger rebels should seek a negotiated settlement to end their conflict. -VOA News

Karunanidhi's daughter resigned from parliamentary seat......

SRI LANKA-Ms. Kanimoli, member of upper state council of India and the daughter of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi, resigned from the parliamentary seat today (15) demanding India's intervention for a ceasefire between Sri Lanka state and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Ealam (LTTE).

SL situation cause for “serious concern”: Singh

SRI LANKA-Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today stated that the situation in Sri Lanka remains a cause of serious concern for India, a PTI report said.source-dailymirror

"It is futile to discuss political solutions with Prabhakaran" says TMVP leader.....

"It is futile to discuss political solutions with Prabhakaran" says TMVP leader

SRI LANKA-Expressing the futility of attempting to negotiate peace with Tamil Tiger leader Velupillai Prabhakaran on a political solution a renegade leader of the Liberation Tigers of the Tamil Eelam (LTTE) speaking of his 22 years of experience with Prabhakaran said in Colombo that when at an international sponsored peace talks the LTTE delegate leader agreed to accept a federal system and issued a statement Prabhakaran rejected it and instructed them to drag the peace negotiations for five years as a means to accumulate more arms for war. defence.lk

11 terrorists killed, 11 injured in fierce fighting - Kilinochchi........

11 terrorists killed, 11 injured in fierce fighting - Kilinochchi

SRI LANKA-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.

According to the defence sources, the hours long fighting commenced on last morning caused heavy damages to the enemy. By intercepting LTTE radio communication, the damages inflicted to the enemy were confirmed.

Two security forces personnel also made their utmost sacrifice for defending the motherland while engaged with LTTE terrorists, defence sources added.-defence.lk

No support for LTTE- Jayalalitha

SRI LANKA-AIADMK general secretary J Jayalalithaa has said her party had never supported Tamil militancy or terrorism in Sri Lanka. But it supported the Sri Lankan Tamils’ fight for self-determination.source-dailymirror

Air Force fighter jets launched 4 air strikes target

Air Force fighter jets launched 4 air strikes target

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.soueces-defence.lk

This will be end of LTTE terrorism - President

SRI LANKA-President Mahinda Rajapaksa told Al Jazeera television in an interview that this would be the end of the LTTE terrorists' battle for a separate State, adding that the terrorists should surrender to the military.defence.lk

Send food to Wanni – Jayalalithaa tells TN

AIADMK leader Jayalalithaa today said India should send relief materials to the "suffering" Sri Lankan Tamils caught in the ongoing military offensive in the north of the island nation. She also criticized Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi's call to the people of the state to send telegrams to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh asking him to step up efforts to find a solution to the ethnic strife in Sri Lanka, saying that such moves would be of no help.dailymirror

Minister Maithripala Sirisena escapes LTTE assassination attempt - Boralasgamuwa

SRI LANKA- Minister 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). A female LTTE suicide bomber exploded herself targeting the vehicle convoy of the Minister at the Pirivena Junction , Boralasgamuwa around 1.15 PM. Police confirmed that the explosion has caused no harm to the Minister. Seven others including Deputy Minister of Agrarian Services Siripala Gamlath have sustained injuries. According to the hospital sources , Minister Gamlath has suffered only minor injuries. Five of the injured have been admitted to the Teaching Hospital, Kalubowila, the sources added. One of the injured has succumbed to injuries, latest hospital reports stated.pix-Defence.lk

Minister Maithiripala Sirisena escapes LTTE assassination attempt - ......................

Minister Maithiripala Sirisena escapes LTTE assassination attempt - Boralasgamuwa

SRI LANKA-defence.lk reported that,An LTTE suicide cadre blew up himself targeting the vehicle convoy of Minister Maithirpala Sirisena at Privena Junction , Boralasgamuwa at 1.15 , this afternoon. Police confirmed that the minister is unharmed. One person has been killed and at least 2 others have been injured in the attack, the sources added.

Explosion reported in Boralasgamuwa Si Lanka.

SRI LANKA-An explosion has occurred at Piriwena Junction , Borlasgamuwa short while ago reported by defence.lk -More details later

Sri Lankan leader talks exclusively to Al Jazeera........

Sri Lankan leader talks exclusively to Al Jazeera - 08 Oct 08

Troops capture LTTE bunker line 16 terrorists killed twenty -six wounded.........

Troops capture LTTE bunker line 16 terrorists killed twenty -six wounded

SRI LANKA-Troops launched an attack on a LTTE bunker line located in ANDANKULAM area around 9.00 a.m. yesterday (08). LTTE attempted to regain control of their bunker line however troops successfully thwarted the attack. 15 terrorists were killed and 26 more were wounded. Six valiant soldiers laid their lives while 44 others were wounded in action.

Another LTTE bunker located in MONARAWEWA was captured by troops around 10.20 a.m. yesterday (08). One terrorist was killed in the incident. One soldier laid his life and one was wounded in action.

Meanwhile LTTE launched a mortar attack on troops in GAJABAPURA area around 9.50 a.m. yesterday (08) one soldier laid his life due to attack.-MCNS

Sri Lanka meets UN High-Commissioner for Refugees

SRI LANKA-Hon. Mahinda Samarasinghe, M.P., Minister of Disaster Management and Human Rights, who addressed the Executive Committee of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees on Tuesday 7 October, also had a bilateral meeting with the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Mr. Antonio Guterres, on the same day.defence.lk

SC holds with petitioners in Water’s Edge case

SRI LANKA-Supreme Court today ordered former Chandrika Kumaratunga to pay Rs. 3 million to government over the Water's Edge land transfer. Court also ordered businessman Ronnie Peiris to pay Rs.2 million and return the land to the UDA.-dailymirror

19 LTTE terrorists killed in fighting at Akkarayankulama- Kilinochchi........

19 LTTE terrorists killed in fighting at Akkarayankulama- Kilinochchi

SRI LANKA-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.-defence.lkj

Sri Lanka Marxist party sues against breakaway rebel leader's appointment to parliamen

Sri Lanka Marxist party sues against breakaway rebel leader's appointment to parliament

SRI LANKA- Sri Lanka Marxist People's Liberation Front (JVP) General Secretary Tilvin Silva filed a fundamental rights petition yesterday against appointing ex-rebel leader Vinayagamurthi Muralitharan alias Karuna Amman to the parliament through national list. JVP sought the Supreme Court to issue two injunctions to suspend Karuna's swearing in and to appoint JVP nominee Sujith Kuruvita to the parliamentary seat. -Colombopage

War brought misery to Easterners - TMVP Leader......

War brought misery to Easterners - TMVP Leader

SRI LANKA-TMVP Leader V. Muralitharan popularly known as Karuna Amman in his maiden speech in Parliament yesterday said he warmly welcomes the responsibility entrusted upon him by President Mahinda Rajapaksa on behalf of the Tamil people.

Weekly food convoys to Wanni.........

Weekly food convoys to Wanni

Govt targets buffer stock for Wanni civilians:

SRI LANKA-The Consultative Committee on Humanitarian Assistance Chairman and Disaster Management and Human Rights Minister Mahinda Samarasinghe said yesterday addressing the UNHCR’s 49th Executive Committee session in Geneva, the Government has committed itself to sending a convoy of trucks into uncleared areas of the Wanni every week, until a target of 5,000 metric tonnes of supplies which represents roughly two to three months buffer stocks is met. dailynews

19 LTTE terrorists killed in fighting at Akkarayankulama- Kilinochchi.......

Karuna to Parliament ....................

Karuna to Parliament .

SRI LANKA-Karuna Amman is to take oaths as Member of Parliament tomorrow to fill UPFA seat. According to reports JVP is to take legal action over the move by government.-dailymirror

President condemns LTTE attack

President condemns LTTE attack

SRI LANKA- President Mahinda Rajapaksa yesterday urged the nation to unite and rally round together under one banner, regardless of party politics and other differences to defeat and eradicate terrorism.

TV Journalist dead in Suicide in Anuradhapura To day......

TV Journalist dead in Suicide in Anuradhapura To day.

SRI LANKA-A T V journalist Rashmi Maharuf(Provincial Correspondent) who was attached Sirasa News first is dead due to the suicide attack in Anuradhapura reported by Sirasa news.23 people dead with Maj Gen, Janaka Perera and His wife.more than50 personals injured defence sources said.

Over 20 Killed including Maj Gen Janaka Perera in LTTE suicide attack - Anuradhapura

SRI LANKA-The opposition leader of the North-Central provincial council, Maj General Janaka Perera and many others were killed when an LTTE suicide cadre blown himself inside the United National Party (UNP) office near the Old Bus Stand in Auradhapura this morning, 6 October.

According to the latest information, over 20 were killed in this attack and many others sustained injuries. The bomb blast occurred around 8.45 a,m in a function held to declare open the new UNP office in Anuradhapura, sources added.-defence.lk

Civilians urged to use escape routes

SRI LANKA-COLOMBO: Disaster Management and Human Rights Minister Mahinda Samarasinghe yesterday urged displaced civilians living in the Wanni to follow suit making use of the proposed humanitarian corridor following the re-location of aid agencies from Kilinochchi to Vavuniya. -dailynews

Troops make further progress in Wanni amid heavy resistance.........

Troops make further progress in Wanni amid heavy resistance

SRI LANKA-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. defence.lk

Transformer explosion in Thotalanga

Transformer explosion in Thotalanga

SRI LANKA-A transformer exploded in Thotalanga late last night cutting off electricity to parts of the area. Police are investigating if the explosion was caused by an electrical defect or sabotage.source-dailymirror

Air Force bombs Tiger military HQ..........

Air Force bombs Tiger military HQ

SRI LANKA-Air Force fighter jets carried out yet another successful mission targeting the LTTE’s military headquarters complex, two kilometres North East of Kilinochchi town at 12.45 p.m. yesterday, Air Force spokesman Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara told the Daily News.- dailynews

Government committed liberate civilians from terror clutches - Defence spokesman

SRI LANKA-"The innocent civilians in the North have been penalized for the past 25 years under the iron grip of Prbhakaran's terror outfit and their sacrifice will soon be rewarded" stated the Defence Spokesman Minister Keheliya Rambukwella during a press briefing held at the MCNS today (Oct 2).-defence.lk

Att ack - threat to rule of law .........

Attack - threat to rule of law

SRI LANKA-The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) has strongly condemned the grenade attack against prominent Sri Lankan human rights lawyer, J.C Weliamuna.bbc

Aid workers complete pull-out

Aid workers complete pull-out

LTTE prevents some local employees from leaving Wanni :

SRI LANKA- Disaster Management and Human Rights Minister Mahinda Samarasinghe said yesterday that the withdrawal of men and material by United Nations and other aid groups from Wanni.-dailynews

Air Force targets.......

Air Force targets ‘Charles Anthony’ hqrs, training camps

SRI LANKA-The Sri Lanka Air Force yesterday carried out a series of air raids targeting LTTE military and logistic bases including the headquarters of the elite ‘Charles Anthony’ Brigade and LTTE women cadres base located south of the Kilinochchi hospital, Air Force Spokesman Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara said yesterday. dailynews

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