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Incidents of Combing/Search Operation:2009
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January - 13 
STF personnel recovered a claymore mine weighing about 20 kilograms during a search conducted in the Mollipothana area on January 13.
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STF personnel recovered a claymore mine weighing about 20 kilograms during a search conducted in the Mollipothana area on January 13.
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January - 18 
During search operations in the Kirimichchiya and Vakaneri areas of Batticaloa District, the troops recovered two hand grenades, five anti-personnel mines and one pack on January 18, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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During search operations in the Kirimichchiya and Vakaneri areas of Batticaloa District, the troops recovered two hand grenades, five anti-personnel mines and one pack on January 18, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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January - 21 
Naval troops recovered one pistol, 20 rounds of .22 ammunition, 20 rounds of 9-mm ammunition and two micro cassettes during a search operation operating in the Illangathurai area of Trincomalee District on January 20.
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Naval troops recovered one pistol, 20 rounds of .22 ammunition, 20 rounds of 9-mm ammunition and two micro cassettes during a search operation operating in the Illangathurai area of Trincomalee District on January 20.
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January - 21 
The Special Task Force (STF) personnel clashed with a group of Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants at Radella in the Pothuvil area of Batticaloa District on January 21, reports Sri Lanka Army. The STF personnel later recovered the dead body of one militant along with his T-56 weapon, I
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The Special Task Force (STF) personnel clashed with a group of Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants at Radella in the Pothuvil area of Batticaloa District on January 21, reports Sri Lanka Army. The STF personnel later recovered the dead body of one militant along with his T-56 weapon, I-com set and 30 ammunition rounds. The combing operation was continuing in the thick jungles till last reports came in.
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February - 10 
On February 10, troops conducted search operations in Tissapura, Kudavilachcholai and Kadiraweli areas of Trincomalee District and recovered one disposable Rocket Propeller Gun from Tissapura, one weapon similar to 40-mm grenade launcher from Kudavilachcholai and one claymore mine weighing about fiv
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On February 10, troops conducted search operations in Tissapura, Kudavilachcholai and Kadiraweli areas of Trincomalee District and recovered one disposable Rocket Propeller Gun from Tissapura, one weapon similar to 40-mm grenade launcher from Kudavilachcholai and one claymore mine weighing about five kilograms, one hand grenade, one claymore mine stand, one 9-m long detonator code and one hand held communication set from the Kadiraweli area, reported Sri Lanka Army.
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February - 13 
On February 13, the Security Forces observed a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the Inguruhinna area of Batticaloa District and opened fire towards them, reports Sri Lanka Army. During subsequent search operation the SFs recovered the dead bodies of two militants along
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On February 13, the Security Forces observed a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the Inguruhinna area of Batticaloa District and opened fire towards them, reports Sri Lanka Army. During subsequent search operation the SFs recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with one Multi Purpose Machine Gun, one 40-mm grenade launcher, five T-56 weapons, four bags and one hand grenade from the area.
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February - 15 
During a search operation at Pottakulem in the Trincomalee District on February 15, the Sri Lanka Air Force personnel recovered 1050 anti-personal mines and 600 fuses, reported Sri Lanka Army.
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During a search operation at Pottakulem in the Trincomalee District on February 15, the Sri Lanka Air Force personnel recovered 1050 anti-personal mines and 600 fuses, reported Sri Lanka Army.
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February - 15 
Police found an unattended parcel containing 1.5 kilograms of C-4 explosives from Trincomalee town area on February 15, according to a Sri Lanka Army report. During another search operation conducted in the Tissapura area, Police found one hand grenade.
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Police found an unattended parcel containing 1.5 kilograms of C-4 explosives from Trincomalee town area on February 15, according to a Sri Lanka Army report. During another search operation conducted in the Tissapura area, Police found one hand grenade.
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February - 19 
During another search operation in the Sirnarayanpuram area of Trincomalee District, the SFs recovered one T-56 weapon, two magazines and 35 rounds of ammunition.
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During another search operation in the Sirnarayanpuram area of Trincomalee District, the SFs recovered one T-56 weapon, two magazines and 35 rounds of ammunition.
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February - 19 
Special Task Force personnel during a search operation in the Unnachchiya area of Batticaloa District recovered one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) launcher, three RPG rounds, three RPG chargers, one T-56 weapon, two magazines and 30 rounds of ammunition on February 18, reports Sri Lanka Army. Elsewh
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Special Task Force personnel during a search operation in the Unnachchiya area of Batticaloa District recovered one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) launcher, three RPG rounds, three RPG chargers, one T-56 weapon, two magazines and 30 rounds of ammunition on February 18, reports Sri Lanka Army. Elsewhere, the Security Forces (SFs) recovered two cyanide capsules, one telephone charger and four batteries from the Seruwila area.
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February - 24 
A special Police team attached to the Trincomalee Police station acting on information on conducted a search in the Thoppigala jungles of Batticaloa District and recovered one anti aircraft missile concealed by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants before they fled the area. The repo
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A special Police team attached to the Trincomalee Police station acting on information on conducted a search in the Thoppigala jungles of Batticaloa District and recovered one anti aircraft missile concealed by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants before they fled the area. The report said that it was a heat seeking type surface to air missile.
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February - 26 
During a search operation in the Valaichchenai area of Batticaloa District, troops recovered three 60-mm mortar bombs and one Rocket Propeller Grenade bomb on February 25, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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During a search operation in the Valaichchenai area of Batticaloa District, troops recovered three 60-mm mortar bombs and one Rocket Propeller Grenade bomb on February 25, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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March - 1 
SFs at Akkaraipattu roadblock in the Ampara District conducted a search on a Sri Lanka Transport Service bus and found 7000 mobile pre-paid cards and 15 used mobile phones from the possession of a passenger.
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SFs at Akkaraipattu roadblock in the Ampara District conducted a search on a Sri Lanka Transport Service bus and found 7000 mobile pre-paid cards and 15 used mobile phones from the possession of a passenger.
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March - 4 
Troops recovered eight APMs, seven fuses, three claymore remote controllers with two antennas and one LTTE flag during search operations at Kanchikudichchiaru in Ampara on March 4.
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Troops recovered eight APMs, seven fuses, three claymore remote controllers with two antennas and one LTTE flag during search operations at Kanchikudichchiaru in Ampara on March 4.
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March - 5 
Troops conducting search and clear operations on Madhu road recovered one claymore mine weighing five kilograms, one detonator code of four feet and one electric detonator.
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Troops conducting search and clear operations on Madhu road recovered one claymore mine weighing five kilograms, one detonator code of four feet and one electric detonator.
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March - 18 
A Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militant was killed by the Security Forces (SFs) in the Kannagipuram area of Ampara District in the morning of March 18, reports Sri Lanka Army. A cordon and search operation was conducted by the Army and Police in the area following information about the pr
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A Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militant was killed by the Security Forces (SFs) in the Kannagipuram area of Ampara District in the morning of March 18, reports Sri Lanka Army. A cordon and search operation was conducted by the Army and Police in the area following information about the presence of suspected ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the LTTE in the area. During the operation, one of the militants in hiding fired a few rounds towards the troops injuring one of them. The SFs in retaliatory fire killed the unidentified militant.
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March - 21 
The Special Task Force (STF) engaged in a search operation in the Badamessawa area of Ampara District recovered one small generator hidden in the area on March 21, according to a Sri Lanka Army report. One STF personnel also sustained injuries in an anti-personnel mine explosion during the operation
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The Special Task Force (STF) engaged in a search operation in the Badamessawa area of Ampara District recovered one small generator hidden in the area on March 21, according to a Sri Lanka Army report. One STF personnel also sustained injuries in an anti-personnel mine explosion during the operation.
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April - 1 
Police personnel attached to the Valaichchenai Police Station conducted a search operation in the Vinayagapuram area of Batticaloa District on April 1 and recovered one claymore mine of five kilograms and one hand grenade.
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Police personnel attached to the Valaichchenai Police Station conducted a search operation in the Vinayagapuram area of Batticaloa District on April 1 and recovered one claymore mine of five kilograms and one hand grenade.
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April - 5 
Troops engaged in search and clear operations in the Kadiraveli area of Batticaloa District recovered one micro pistol, one magazine containing six rounds of ammunition, eight 81-mm mortar bombs, fourteen 81-mm chargers, six 60-mm mortar Para bombs and two hand grenades from the area.
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Troops engaged in search and clear operations in the Kadiraveli area of Batticaloa District recovered one micro pistol, one magazine containing six rounds of ammunition, eight 81-mm mortar bombs, fourteen 81-mm chargers, six 60-mm mortar Para bombs and two hand grenades from the area.
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April - 28 
Troops on search operations in the Kovilporativu area of Batticaloa District arrested three suspects carrying one T-56 weapon, 22 rounds of ammunition, one magazine, one mobile phone, two SIM cards and two National Identity Cards on April 28, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Troops on search operations in the Kovilporativu area of Batticaloa District arrested three suspects carrying one T-56 weapon, 22 rounds of ammunition, one magazine, one mobile phone, two SIM cards and two National Identity Cards on April 28, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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May - 11 
The Special Task Force (STF) personnel recovered a cache of arms, including 82,550 T56 rounds of ammunition, hidden inside a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) weapon storage bunker in the Govipalaru area of Ampara District on May 10. The STF recovered 82,550 T56 ammunition, 1,093 anti personne
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The Special Task Force (STF) personnel recovered a cache of arms, including 82,550 T56 rounds of ammunition, hidden inside a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) weapon storage bunker in the Govipalaru area of Ampara District on May 10. The STF recovered 82,550 T56 ammunition, 1,093 anti personnel mines (APMs), 74 APM fuses, 10 vehicle bombs each weighing 15 kilograms, a Multi Purpose Machine Gun barrel, 150 metres detonator chord, 600 metres wire and a mine stand. Senior Superintendent of Police Ranjith Gunasekera said the STF personnel engaged in search operations in Kanchikudichchiaru to arrest LTTE militants carrying out terror activities in Pottuvil, Panama, Yala, Buttala and Kataragama areas, unearthed a haul of arms and ammunition hidden inside a bunker in a deep jungle area. “It was one of the largest ammunition recovery made by the Security Forces after liberating the East,” he told Daily News.
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May - 15 
Troops on search and clear operations in the Mailambaweli area of Batticaloa District on May 15 recovered 29 rounds of 9-mm ammunition, one SFG type hand grenade, one cyanide capsule and one Army-type uniform following information provided by two suspects arrested by the Security Forces.
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Troops on search and clear operations in the Mailambaweli area of Batticaloa District on May 15 recovered 29 rounds of 9-mm ammunition, one SFG type hand grenade, one cyanide capsule and one Army-type uniform following information provided by two suspects arrested by the Security Forces.
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May - 17 
Security Forces (SFs) on search and clear operations in Vakarai area recovered one six barreled- MBRL (Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher) with one gun carrier on May 17.
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Security Forces (SFs) on search and clear operations in Vakarai area recovered one six barreled- MBRL (Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher) with one gun carrier on May 17.
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May - 23 
Police personnel on search operation recovered one T-56 weapon, four magazines, 127rounds of T-56 ammunition, 15 detonators, two detonator codes, two anti-personnel mines (APM), five APM fuses, two remote controller units with two batteries, two cyanide capsules, three hand grenades, two claymore ch
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Police personnel on search operation recovered one T-56 weapon, four magazines, 127rounds of T-56 ammunition, 15 detonators, two detonator codes, two anti-personnel mines (APM), five APM fuses, two remote controller units with two batteries, two cyanide capsules, three hand grenades, two claymore chargers, one claymore circuit and one dog tag from the Kinniya area in the Nagautthu region of Trincomalee District on May 23, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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May - 24 
Troops recovered one Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) launcher, one magazine, 500 rounds of T-56 ammunitions, four anti personnel mines, 27 primers, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) barrel, two MPMG links, one RPG charger, one RPG jacket, nine 1.5v large batteries, one wire roll and one pack conta
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Troops recovered one Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) launcher, one magazine, 500 rounds of T-56 ammunitions, four anti personnel mines, 27 primers, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) barrel, two MPMG links, one RPG charger, one RPG jacket, nine 1.5v large batteries, one wire roll and one pack containing medical items during a search operation in the eastern Kanchikudichchiaru on May 24, according to Sri Lanka Army report.
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May - 26 
During search operations in the Karativu and Aliyaodi areas of Ampara District, the Security Forces recovered 2000 electric detonators and 47 hand grenades on May 26.
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During search operations in the Karativu and Aliyaodi areas of Ampara District, the Security Forces recovered 2000 electric detonators and 47 hand grenades on May 26.
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May - 30 
Police conducted search and clear operations in the Uppuveli area of Trincomalee District and Karakallimadu area of Batticaloa District during May 30 and recovered two landmines weighing approximately 15 kilograms each, one landmine, eighteen 60-mm mortar bombs, one hand-held radio set, one claymore
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Police conducted search and clear operations in the Uppuveli area of Trincomalee District and Karakallimadu area of Batticaloa District during May 30 and recovered two landmines weighing approximately 15 kilograms each, one landmine, eighteen 60-mm mortar bombs, one hand-held radio set, one claymore mine weighing about 1.5 kilograms and two Rocket Propelled Grenade bombs, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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May - 31 
Police conducted search and clear operations in the Vakarai and Puttur areas of Batticaloa on District on May 31 and recovered one T-56 weapon, one magazine, 30 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 776 rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Guns ammunition, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Police conducted search and clear operations in the Vakarai and Puttur areas of Batticaloa on District on May 31 and recovered one T-56 weapon, one magazine, 30 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 776 rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Guns ammunition, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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June - 2 
Police on a tip-off searched a Teak forest in the Vakarai area of Batticaloa District and recovered four kilograms of C-4 explosives, 50 rounds of micro pistol ammunition and 35 metre detonator code on Sunday (31), according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Police on a tip-off searched a Teak forest in the Vakarai area of Batticaloa District and recovered four kilograms of C-4 explosives, 50 rounds of micro pistol ammunition and 35 metre detonator code on Sunday (31), according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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June - 5 
, troops recovered 750 7.6 x 39 ammunition, two land mines of 15 kilograms each, one T-56 weapon, three magazines, seventy five T-56 ammunition, one hand grenade, three anti personnel mines with fuses, one claymore mine of 5 kilogra, seven wire rolls, one field dressing, 15 7.62x39 ammunition, eig
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, troops recovered 750 7.6 x 39 ammunition, two land mines of 15 kilograms each, one T-56 weapon, three magazines, seventy five T-56 ammunition, one hand grenade, three anti personnel mines with fuses, one claymore mine of 5 kilogra, seven wire rolls, one field dressing, 15 7.62x39 ammunition, eight rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition and two electric saws from the general areas of Unnachchi, Nainakadu in Trincomalee and Kompanachchena in Batticaloa.
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June - 5 
Security Forces on search and clear operations recovered four claymore mines, one electric detonator, three T-56 weapons, 21 T-56 magazines, seven anti-personnel mines, 10 detonator codes, 1800 rounds of T-56 ammunition, one Bangalore torpedo, two claymore mine chargers, one detonator code of 50m, f
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Security Forces on search and clear operations recovered four claymore mines, one electric detonator, three T-56 weapons, 21 T-56 magazines, seven anti-personnel mines, 10 detonator codes, 1800 rounds of T-56 ammunition, one Bangalore torpedo, two claymore mine chargers, one detonator code of 50m, forty-six 82-mm mortar chargers, eight 82-mm mortar fuses, five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) maps, two LTTE gas bombs, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG), three MPMG links, 450 rounds of MPMG ammunition, six 40-mm grenade launcher cartridges, one MPMG belt order from the Manichchathuduwa and Navaladi areas of Batticaloa and Hulannuge, Higuregoda, Ganamunalgoda and Bakmitiyawa areas of Ampara District on June 4, reported Sri Lanka Army.
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June - 7 
Troops during a search operation in the East recovered two T-56 weapons, five magazines, 161 rounds of T-56 ammunition, four detonators and one one-foot long detonator code in Kiran and Arapattai in Batticaloa District on June 7, according to Sri Lanka Army report.
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Troops during a search operation in the East recovered two T-56 weapons, five magazines, 161 rounds of T-56 ammunition, four detonators and one one-foot long detonator code in Kiran and Arapattai in Batticaloa District on June 7, according to Sri Lanka Army report.
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June - 10 
Troops during extensive search operations in Murusimude and Pooneryn areas of Mullaitivu and Kilinochchi Districts recovered arms and ammunitions on June 10, according to Sri Lanka Army report. Troops also conducted search operation in Rugam of Ampara District on June 10. All those recoveries includ
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Troops during extensive search operations in Murusimude and Pooneryn areas of Mullaitivu and Kilinochchi Districts recovered arms and ammunitions on June 10, according to Sri Lanka Army report. Troops also conducted search operation in Rugam of Ampara District on June 10. All those recoveries included one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine, one micro pistol, two 9 mm pistols, one booby trap, two claymore mines, one T-56 weapon, two T-56 magazines, 60 T-56 ammunition rounds, eighteen anti personnel mines and dry rations worth about SNR 150000.
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June - 13 
On June 13, the Seruvila Police on a tip-off conducted a search operation in the Thonithottanmadu and Seruvila areas of Trincomalee District and recovered 120 T-56 weapons, 20 Light Machine Guns (LMG), one repeater shot gun, 12 Multi Purpose Machine Guns (MPMG) and one 303 rifles. Further investig
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On June 13, the Seruvila Police on a tip-off conducted a search operation in the Thonithottanmadu and Seruvila areas of Trincomalee District and recovered 120 T-56 weapons, 20 Light Machine Guns (LMG), one repeater shot gun, 12 Multi Purpose Machine Guns (MPMG) and one 303 rifles. Further investigations are being carried out by the Seruvila Police.
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June - 14 
On June 14, troops recovered a massive stock of T-56 ammunition buried in Thonnithottamadu area in Batticaloa District, according to Sri Lanka Army report. Around 150,000 rounds of T-56 ammunitions were inside their original boxes which had been buried safely under the soil in the area. On the same
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On June 14, troops recovered a massive stock of T-56 ammunition buried in Thonnithottamadu area in Batticaloa District, according to Sri Lanka Army report. Around 150,000 rounds of T-56 ammunitions were inside their original boxes which had been buried safely under the soil in the area. On the same day, Special Task Force (STF) during a search and clear operation in Narakamulla and Illuppadichenai areas found one commando mortar gun, two claymore mines weighing about 2 kilograms each, a 20 feet long safety code, seven anti personnel mines, two anti personnel fuses, four hand grenades, two ammunition pouches, one hand grenade pouch and one riffle sling.
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June - 14 
Troops of the Special Task Force (STF) in a search operation recovered one commando mortar, two kilograms of C-4 explosives, two detonators, two detonator cords of 12 cm in length, 10 anti-personnel mines, seven anti-personnel mine fuses, five hand grenades, 20-feet long red coloured detonator cord,
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Troops of the Special Task Force (STF) in a search operation recovered one commando mortar, two kilograms of C-4 explosives, two detonators, two detonator cords of 12 cm in length, 10 anti-personnel mines, seven anti-personnel mine fuses, five hand grenades, 20-feet long red coloured detonator cord, two ammunition pouches, one grenade pouch and one rifle sling in the general area of Wippitaweli in Batticaloa District on June14.
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June - 17 
Troops recovered two T-56 weapons, one kilogram of TNT explosives, 444 rounds of T-56 ammunition, five Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPG), five hand grenades and one T-56 magazines during the searches following information received from civilians operating in the general areas of Iyankerni and Kalkudah
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Troops recovered two T-56 weapons, one kilogram of TNT explosives, 444 rounds of T-56 ammunition, five Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPG), five hand grenades and one T-56 magazines during the searches following information received from civilians operating in the general areas of Iyankerni and Kalkudah in Batticaloa District in the morning of June 17, according to Sri Lanka Army report.
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June - 18 
Navy troops in the Trincomalee District conducted a search operation in the Vellathoddam area and recovered 512 81-mm mortars, 192 81-mm mortar cartridges, 24 RPG rounds, 24RPG charges, four belt orders and 100 pouches on the same day. In the meantime, Army troops also recovered one shot gun during
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Navy troops in the Trincomalee District conducted a search operation in the Vellathoddam area and recovered 512 81-mm mortars, 192 81-mm mortar cartridges, 24 RPG rounds, 24RPG charges, four belt orders and 100 pouches on the same day. In the meantime, Army troops also recovered one shot gun during a search operation at Mailanpiddi in the Trincomalee District on June 18.
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June - 18 
Police in a similar search operation at Kinniya in Trincomalee District recovered one T-56 weapon, 30 rounds of T-56 ammunition and one hand grenade on the same day.
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Police in a similar search operation at Kinniya in Trincomalee District recovered one T-56 weapon, 30 rounds of T-56 ammunition and one hand grenade on the same day.
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June - 18 
The Batticaloa District Police engaged in search and clear operations recovered 101 T-56 weapons, five 60-mm mortar launchers and three commando mortar launchers in Thonikattamadu, Vakarai on June 18, according to Sri Lanka Army report.
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The Batticaloa District Police engaged in search and clear operations recovered 101 T-56 weapons, five 60-mm mortar launchers and three commando mortar launchers in Thonikattamadu, Vakarai on June 18, according to Sri Lanka Army report.
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June - 19 June - 20
70 more MPMG rounds of ammunition, one 81-mm mortar sight and a video camera tripod were recovered by troops during search and clear operations in the north of Vakarai in Batticaloa District on June 20. Further, the Army troops engaged in a search operation in the Angodavilluwa area of the same Dist
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70 more MPMG rounds of ammunition, one 81-mm mortar sight and a video camera tripod were recovered by troops during search and clear operations in the north of Vakarai in Batticaloa District on June 20. Further, the Army troops engaged in a search operation in the Angodavilluwa area of the same District recovered one 120-mm mortar hidden by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants on June 19.
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June - 19 June - 20
Sri Lanka Air Force troops operating in the Morawewa and Kadawana areas of Trincomalee District recovered 46 explosive chargers, one suicide jacket, 10 detonators, 70 kilograms of TNT explosives, 393 T-56 ammunition, three T-56 magazines and three T-81 magazines on June 20, according to Sri Lanka A
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Sri Lanka Air Force troops operating in the Morawewa and Kadawana areas of Trincomalee District recovered 46 explosive chargers, one suicide jacket, 10 detonators, 70 kilograms of TNT explosives, 393 T-56 ammunition, three T-56 magazines and three T-81 magazines on June 20, according to Sri Lanka Army report. In addition, Air Force troops engaged in a search operation in the same area recovered 16 C-4 explosive chargers weighing about 15 kilograms, two suicide jackets weighing about 2.5 kilograms each, 15m detonator code, six hand grenades, 15 kilograms of TNT explosives and 1500 rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition on June 19.
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June - 21 
Troops recovered a stock of accessories to arms and ammunition during search and clear operations in the Puchchankerni and Vakarai areas of Batticaloa District on June 21, according to Sri Lanka Army report. The seizure include one 21’’ Sony Tele Vision, one video tape winder, one Compact Disc play
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Troops recovered a stock of accessories to arms and ammunition during search and clear operations in the Puchchankerni and Vakarai areas of Batticaloa District on June 21, according to Sri Lanka Army report. The seizure include one 21’’ Sony Tele Vision, one video tape winder, one Compact Disc player, one digital satellite, one Canon printer, one computer key board, two search lights, one Sony radio, five oil filters, one multi meter, one Eurotel phone, one satellite disk and receiver, one 152 mm tire with rim, eight illuminating attachments of 152-mm gun, one artillery coli meter, one 152-mm battery tool box, two digital thermometers of 152-mm tool box, three gun levels, five calculators used for artillery firing, one gun pressure meter and one 81-mm mortar clearing brush. The items had been reportedly used by a former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader for the East Swarnam in his office.
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June - 23 
According to Daily News, the Terrorist Investigation Division (TID) and Trincomalee Police, during a joint search operation, recovered 120 of 182mm mortar bombs, three claymore mines, 18,000 T56 ammunitions and 5,500 MPMG ammunitions from the Kumburupitiya area of Trincomalee District on June 23.
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According to Daily News, the Terrorist Investigation Division (TID) and Trincomalee Police, during a joint search operation, recovered 120 of 182mm mortar bombs, three claymore mines, 18,000 T56 ammunitions and 5,500 MPMG ammunitions from the Kumburupitiya area of Trincomalee District on June 23.
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June - 23 
Troops recovered a claymore mine and 400 grams of C4 explosives in the Uppuweli area of Trincomalee while Special Task Force troops recovered 744 grams of explosives among a hoard of other military items during search operations in the Thoppigala and Sooriyadi areas of the same District on June 23,
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Troops recovered a claymore mine and 400 grams of C4 explosives in the Uppuweli area of Trincomalee while Special Task Force troops recovered 744 grams of explosives among a hoard of other military items during search operations in the Thoppigala and Sooriyadi areas of the same District on June 23, according to Colombo Page.
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June - 24 
A special Police team from Colombo with assistance of the Vakarai Police recovered a cache of arms and ammunition buried at Vakarai in the Batticaloa District on June 24, according to a Sri Lanka Army report. One 120-mm mortar, 34 T-56 weapons, 78 magazines, two Light Machine Guns (LMGs), four LMG d
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A special Police team from Colombo with assistance of the Vakarai Police recovered a cache of arms and ammunition buried at Vakarai in the Batticaloa District on June 24, according to a Sri Lanka Army report. One 120-mm mortar, 34 T-56 weapons, 78 magazines, two Light Machine Guns (LMGs), four LMG drums, one (Multi Purpose Machine Gun) MPMG, one 12.7-mm gun mount, four antennas, eight MPMG links, eight LMG links, one hundred 1.5 V batteries, 50 pen torch batteries, one modified T-81 LMG, seven hundred and fifty rounds of T-56 ammunition, one 12 V battery, one antenna wire roll and nine motorola hand sets were recovered.
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June - 24 
The Colombo Criminal Division recovered a stock of weapons, including 15 claymore mines each weighing 25 kilograms, while conducting a search operation in the Verugal area of Batticaloa District, reports Daily News.
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The Colombo Criminal Division recovered a stock of weapons, including 15 claymore mines each weighing 25 kilograms, while conducting a search operation in the Verugal area of Batticaloa District, reports Daily News.
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June - 25 
Troops recovered arms and ammunition from Walatottam in the Trincomalee District on June 25, according to Sri Lanka Army report. The recoveries included 13 RPG weapons, two 60-mm mortar weapons, two 12.7-mm weapons, three 12.7-mm barrels, one 82-mm mortar bipod, one 40-mm grenade launcher, one MG-5
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Troops recovered arms and ammunition from Walatottam in the Trincomalee District on June 25, according to Sri Lanka Army report. The recoveries included 13 RPG weapons, two 60-mm mortar weapons, two 12.7-mm weapons, three 12.7-mm barrels, one 82-mm mortar bipod, one 40-mm grenade launcher, one MG-5 weapon, five Light Machine Guns (LMG), five MPMG barrels, a large number of pouches packed in five gunny bags, one plastic barrel full of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bags, LTTE hats, harness kits and packs, one T-81 LMG weapon, two M-16 AL weapons, three sniper guns, fifteen T-56 weapons and four T-81 weapons.
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July - 9 
Troops conducting search and clear operations in the Mahindapura area of Trincomalee District found two anti-personnel mines and one Rocket Propelled Grenade bomb on July 9, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Troops conducting search and clear operations in the Mahindapura area of Trincomalee District found two anti-personnel mines and one Rocket Propelled Grenade bomb on July 9, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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July - 12 
During a search and clear operation in the Angodavillu area of Batticaloa District, Army troops recovered one 120-mm mortar launcher sans sight, one aiming picket and one toolkit, according to a Sri Lanka Army report. The weapon and accessories found had been wrapped in polythene and buried under so
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During a search and clear operation in the Angodavillu area of Batticaloa District, Army troops recovered one 120-mm mortar launcher sans sight, one aiming picket and one toolkit, according to a Sri Lanka Army report. The weapon and accessories found had been wrapped in polythene and buried under soil. In addition, 200 kilograms of C-4 explosives, 2250 rounds of 9-mm ammunition, 150 shotgun cartridges and two suicide kits were recovered from the Awaddiweli area.
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July - 13 
Troops in Batticaloa District recovered one hand grenade and 20 rounds of T- 56 ammunition during a search operation conducted in the Ottamavadi area, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Troops in Batticaloa District recovered one hand grenade and 20 rounds of T- 56 ammunition during a search operation conducted in the Ottamavadi area, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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July - 14 
Air Force troops conducting a search in the Kantale area of Trincomalee District recovered one five kilograms heavy claymore mine and three hand grenades, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Air Force troops conducting a search in the Kantale area of Trincomalee District recovered one five kilograms heavy claymore mine and three hand grenades, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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July - 24 
Troops during a search and clear operations in the Kayanodaithethiyan area Valaichchenai recovered 99 boxes containing 74,250 rounds of T-56 ammunition left buried the LTTE militants.
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Troops during a search and clear operations in the Kayanodaithethiyan area Valaichchenai recovered 99 boxes containing 74,250 rounds of T-56 ammunition left buried the LTTE militants.
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July - 26 
Army troops in the east conducted search and clear operations in the Kalkuda and Mullivadduwan areas of Batticaloa District and Dimbulagala area of Polonnaruwa District and recovered seven rounds of 130-mm artillery shells, five rounds of 122-mm artillery shells, thirty-seven 81-mm mortar bombs, thi
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Army troops in the east conducted search and clear operations in the Kalkuda and Mullivadduwan areas of Batticaloa District and Dimbulagala area of Polonnaruwa District and recovered seven rounds of 130-mm artillery shells, five rounds of 122-mm artillery shells, thirty-seven 81-mm mortar bombs, thirty-four 60-mm mortar bombs, three Rocket Propelled Grenades, rounds, ninety-two 40-mm grenade launcher ammunition, 170 rounds of T-56 ammunition, 127 Multi Purposes Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition, 214 rounds of 12.7 ammunition, five hand grenades and one 40-mm grenade launcher on July 26, reported Sri Lanka Army.
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July - 29 
According to a Sri Lanka Army report, five hand grenades were recovered by the Security Forces during a search operation conducted in the Uppuveli area of Trincomalee District July 29.
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According to a Sri Lanka Army report, five hand grenades were recovered by the Security Forces during a search operation conducted in the Uppuveli area of Trincomalee District July 29.
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August - 1 
During a search and clear operation in the Nallathoniodai area of Ampara District on August 1, the troops recovered one T-56 weapon with a magazine, two rounds of T-56 ammunition, one I-com set, one micro phone, one antenna, one map, one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) flag, one LTTE T-shirt
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During a search and clear operation in the Nallathoniodai area of Ampara District on August 1, the troops recovered one T-56 weapon with a magazine, two rounds of T-56 ammunition, one I-com set, one micro phone, one antenna, one map, one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) flag, one LTTE T-shirt, one pair of trousers, one cap, one LTTE belt order, one pouch, one LTTE Identity Card, 59 code sheets, 53 note books, five LTTE magazines, one LTTE news paper, 13 audio cassettes, 115 video tapes, one Panasonic remote controller, one pistol magazine pouch and six dog tags, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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August - 2 
In the same District, Naval troops conducted a search and clear operation in Thonythattamadu area and recovered 15 I-com sets, three base station sets, one telephone, 12 1077 type hand-held communication sets, three mikes, one multi-meter, one GPS and one vehicle mounted antenna.
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In the same District, Naval troops conducted a search and clear operation in Thonythattamadu area and recovered 15 I-com sets, three base station sets, one telephone, 12 1077 type hand-held communication sets, three mikes, one multi-meter, one GPS and one vehicle mounted antenna.
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August - 2 
The Police in a search operation conducted in the Wattuwan area of Trincomalee District recovered one T-56 weapon, three T-56 magazines and 34 rounds of T-56 ammunition.
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The Police in a search operation conducted in the Wattuwan area of Trincomalee District recovered one T-56 weapon, three T-56 magazines and 34 rounds of T-56 ammunition.
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August - 2 
Troops in the Batticaloa District conducted search and clear operations in the Thallathonnimadu, Mawaliaru and Aralaganvila areas and recovered one T-56 weapon, one AK-47 weapon, seven AK-47 magazines, one Global Positioning System (GPS), two LTTE belt orders, 19 81-mm mortar bombs, 16 81-mm mortar
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Troops in the Batticaloa District conducted search and clear operations in the Thallathonnimadu, Mawaliaru and Aralaganvila areas and recovered one T-56 weapon, one AK-47 weapon, seven AK-47 magazines, one Global Positioning System (GPS), two LTTE belt orders, 19 81-mm mortar bombs, 16 81-mm mortar fuses, 10 81-mm mortar chargers, 12 anti-personnel mines (APMs), 15 APM fuses, one claymore mine, five hand grenades, 1755 rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition, one Arul bomb, 121 Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPG), 53 founds of 7.62x39-mm ammunition, 20 40-mm grenades, one I-com set and 227 82-mm mortar bombs.
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August - 5 
Police in Batticaloa conducted a search operation at Narakamulla in the Thoppigala area and recovered INR 1.5 million worth money, two gold rings, two gold ear rings, one gold bangle and one gold chain kept hidden in the area by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants.
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Police in Batticaloa conducted a search operation at Narakamulla in the Thoppigala area and recovered INR 1.5 million worth money, two gold rings, two gold ear rings, one gold bangle and one gold chain kept hidden in the area by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants.
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August - 7 
The Security Forces recovered 25 anti-personnel mines (APM), 57 APM fuses and two claymore mines during search operation conducted in the Iralakulam and Navakkerni areas of Batticaloa District, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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The Security Forces recovered 25 anti-personnel mines (APM), 57 APM fuses and two claymore mines during search operation conducted in the Iralakulam and Navakkerni areas of Batticaloa District, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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August - 7 
The Special Task Force personnel in the Batticaloa District on a tip-off conducted a search and clear operation in the Tharavikulam area and recovered two cans containing 55 kilograms of C-4 explosives in the evening of August 7.
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The Special Task Force personnel in the Batticaloa District on a tip-off conducted a search and clear operation in the Tharavikulam area and recovered two cans containing 55 kilograms of C-4 explosives in the evening of August 7.
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August - 10 
On August 10, Police conducted search operations in the Muthur and Eravur areas to recover one 81-mm mortar bomb and two hand grenades.
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On August 10, Police conducted search operations in the Muthur and Eravur areas to recover one 81-mm mortar bomb and two hand grenades.
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August - 11 
Another search operation, the Special Task Force troops recovered one hundred and thirteen 120-mm mortar bombs form the Tharavikulam area in Batticaloa District.
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Another search operation, the Special Task Force troops recovered one hundred and thirteen 120-mm mortar bombs form the Tharavikulam area in Batticaloa District.
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August - 23 
Police conducted search operations in the Kondankarni and Kurawankarni areas of Valaichchenai area in the Batticaloa District and recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine, 30 rounds of T-56 ammunition and one hand grenade on August 23, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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Police conducted search operations in the Kondankarni and Kurawankarni areas of Valaichchenai area in the Batticaloa District and recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine, 30 rounds of T-56 ammunition and one hand grenade on August 23, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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August - 25 
The Special Task Force (STF) personnel serving at Thirimunai in the Kalmunai area of Ampara District encountered an isolated group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants on August 25 and killed two of them, Sri Lanka Army reports. During subsequent search in the lagoon area where the i
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The Special Task Force (STF) personnel serving at Thirimunai in the Kalmunai area of Ampara District encountered an isolated group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants on August 25 and killed two of them, Sri Lanka Army reports. During subsequent search in the lagoon area where the incident occurred, the STF found the dead bodies of the slain militants along with one T - 56 weapon, one magazine and 25 rounds of ammunition.
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August - 27 
Uppuveli Police in the Trincomalee District on information conducted a search in the area and recovered one claymore mine on August 27, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Uppuveli Police in the Trincomalee District on information conducted a search in the area and recovered one claymore mine on August 27, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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August - 28 
One hand grenade, eight 82-mm mortar bombs, forty-two 82-mm mortar fuses were recovered by the Police during a search operation in the Theravattakulam and Periyawadduwan areas of Trincomalee District on August 28, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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One hand grenade, eight 82-mm mortar bombs, forty-two 82-mm mortar fuses were recovered by the Police during a search operation in the Theravattakulam and Periyawadduwan areas of Trincomalee District on August 28, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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September - 9 
The Special Task Force personnel recovered two claymore mines, one 120-mm mortar bomb, two anti-personnel mines and one detonator during a search operation in the Leviniyaru area of Batticaloa District, according to a Sri Lanka army report.
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The Special Task Force personnel recovered two claymore mines, one 120-mm mortar bomb, two anti-personnel mines and one detonator during a search operation in the Leviniyaru area of Batticaloa District, according to a Sri Lanka army report.
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September - 13 
Navy troops in the Trincomalee District on September 13 conducted search operations on a tip-off and recovered three hand grenades from the Ambawelipuram and Noornagar areas, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Navy troops in the Trincomalee District on September 13 conducted search operations on a tip-off and recovered three hand grenades from the Ambawelipuram and Noornagar areas, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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September - 15 
Army troops operating in the Batticaloa District conducted search operations in the Taravikulam area on a tip-off and found 4000 electric detonators, four cases containing C-4 explosives and 2250 rounds of T-56 ammunition on September 14, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Army troops operating in the Batticaloa District conducted search operations in the Taravikulam area on a tip-off and found 4000 electric detonators, four cases containing C-4 explosives and 2250 rounds of T-56 ammunition on September 14, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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September - 21 
Troops in the East conducted search and clear operations on the same day and recovered two RPG bombs, two hand grenades, two 40-mm grenades, 80 rounds of Multi Propose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition, 42 rounds of T-56 ammunition, one T-56 magazine and two T-56 weapons from the general areas of Pondu
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Troops in the East conducted search and clear operations on the same day and recovered two RPG bombs, two hand grenades, two 40-mm grenades, 80 rounds of Multi Propose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition, 42 rounds of T-56 ammunition, one T-56 magazine and two T-56 weapons from the general areas of Pondukalchenai, Irukkuweddi, Kalkudah, Thirukkovil and Kappukulam.
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September - 23 
Police conducting search and clear operations in the Narakamulla area of Batticaloa District recovered 91 T-56 weapons and 10 Rocket Propelled Grenade launchers on September 23, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Police conducting search and clear operations in the Narakamulla area of Batticaloa District recovered 91 T-56 weapons and 10 Rocket Propelled Grenade launchers on September 23, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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September - 29 
Police conducted a search operation in the Muttur area of Trincomalee District and recovered 528 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 13 T-56 magazines on September 29, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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Police conducted a search operation in the Muttur area of Trincomalee District and recovered 528 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 13 T-56 magazines on September 29, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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September - 29 
Troops conducting search and clear operations in the Iranamadu, Vishuamadu, Puthukkudiyiruppu, Vellamullivaikkal, Kandawalai areas of Wanni and Batticaloa District recovered found one T-56 weapon, 1006 rounds of T-56 ammunition, three booby traps made using 81-mm mortar bombs, two 81-mm mortar bombs
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Troops conducting search and clear operations in the Iranamadu, Vishuamadu, Puthukkudiyiruppu, Vellamullivaikkal, Kandawalai areas of Wanni and Batticaloa District recovered found one T-56 weapon, 1006 rounds of T-56 ammunition, three booby traps made using 81-mm mortar bombs, two 81-mm mortar bombs, 68 hand grenades, seventy-two 60-mm mortar bombs, thirteen 60-mm mortar chargers, two claymore mines weighing about 2 kilograms, four Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPG), two 152-mm artillery shells, one 40-mm grenade launcher cartridge and 14 improvised explosive devices, according to Sri Lanka Army report.
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October - 4 
The Thambalagamuwa Police recovered a 12-bore gun during a raid at Portkeni in the Trincomalee District on October 4, reports Daily News.
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The Thambalagamuwa Police recovered a 12-bore gun during a raid at Portkeni in the Trincomalee District on October 4, reports Daily News.
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October - 17 
Troops recovered 15 T-56 magazines, one T-81 magazine, one Light machine Gun (LMG) drum, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun drum, one LMG link, five belt orders, two pouches and one hand grenade during a search operation in the Kaddaravikulam area of Trincomalee District on October 17, according to Sri
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Troops recovered 15 T-56 magazines, one T-81 magazine, one Light machine Gun (LMG) drum, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun drum, one LMG link, five belt orders, two pouches and one hand grenade during a search operation in the Kaddaravikulam area of Trincomalee District on October 17, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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October - 18 
According to a Sri Lanka Army report, three shot guns were recovered by the troops during a search operation conducted in the Pariyanmittangolla area of Batticaloa District on October 18.
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According to a Sri Lanka Army report, three shot guns were recovered by the troops during a search operation conducted in the Pariyanmittangolla area of Batticaloa District on October 18.
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October - 18 
Police arrested a suspect in the Uppuvelli Police area along with a hand grenade and in a subsequent search operation recovered one satellite phone, one phone charger, six pen torch batteries, one pen torch battery charger, one antenna, one remote controller and one oil bottle.
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Police arrested a suspect in the Uppuvelli Police area along with a hand grenade and in a subsequent search operation recovered one satellite phone, one phone charger, six pen torch batteries, one pen torch battery charger, one antenna, one remote controller and one oil bottle.
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October - 20 
One anti-personnel mine was recovered by the troops during a search operation in the Navaladi area of Batticaloa District on October 20, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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One anti-personnel mine was recovered by the troops during a search operation in the Navaladi area of Batticaloa District on October 20, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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October - 21 
During another search operation at the Tractor Junction area of Verugal in Trincomalee District, the Navy troops found one 120-mm mortar launcher, one base plate and one bipod.
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During another search operation at the Tractor Junction area of Verugal in Trincomalee District, the Navy troops found one 120-mm mortar launcher, one base plate and one bipod.
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October - 23 
During another search operation in the Kulaththamadu area of Batticaloa, the SFs found one claymore mine of 1.5 kilogram with two remote controllers, two 82 hand grenades, six APM with fuses, four I-com radio sets, one detonator cord of 1.5 metres and two electric detonators on October 23.
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During another search operation in the Kulaththamadu area of Batticaloa, the SFs found one claymore mine of 1.5 kilogram with two remote controllers, two 82 hand grenades, six APM with fuses, four I-com radio sets, one detonator cord of 1.5 metres and two electric detonators on October 23.
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October - 23 
Police arrested a prominent female area leader of the Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Ampara in the morning of October 23, Colombo Page reported. Police spokesman Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police Nimal Mediwaka said the suspected female LTTE leader has been arrested in a search o
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Police arrested a prominent female area leader of the Liberation tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Ampara in the morning of October 23, Colombo Page reported. Police spokesman Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police Nimal Mediwaka said the suspected female LTTE leader has been arrested in a search operation launched by the Special Task Force (STF) in the area.
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October - 23 
Troops of the 231 Brigade in during their search and clear operations in the Kulaththamadu area of Batticaloa District recovered one claymore mine of 1.5 kilograms with two remote controllers, two 82 hand grenades, six anti-personnel mines (APMs) with fuses, four I-com radio sets, one detonator cord
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Troops of the 231 Brigade in during their search and clear operations in the Kulaththamadu area of Batticaloa District recovered one claymore mine of 1.5 kilograms with two remote controllers, two 82 hand grenades, six anti-personnel mines (APMs) with fuses, four I-com radio sets, one detonator cord of 1.5 metres and two electric detonators in the evening of October 23, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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October - 25 
Troops recovered eleven 82-mm mortar bombs, thirty-eight 82-mm mortar bomb fuses, two T-56 weapons, eight T-56 magazines, 635 rounds of T-56 ammunition, two SFG hand grenades, two Rocket Propelled Grenades, one kilogram of C-4 explosives and 40 metres long detonator code during search operations in
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Troops recovered eleven 82-mm mortar bombs, thirty-eight 82-mm mortar bomb fuses, two T-56 weapons, eight T-56 magazines, 635 rounds of T-56 ammunition, two SFG hand grenades, two Rocket Propelled Grenades, one kilogram of C-4 explosives and 40 metres long detonator code during search operations in the Vakarai and Kuburumulla areas of Batticaloa District on October 25, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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November - 2 
Naval troops conducted search operations in Trincomalee and found 58500 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 150 metres of camouflage cloth from hospital area
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Naval troops conducted search operations in Trincomalee and found 58500 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 150 metres of camouflage cloth from hospital area
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November - 27 
The troops in Batticaloa District recovered one suicide kit, one remote controller, three claymore mines and six hand grenades during a search operation conducted in the Kandapuram area on November 27, according to a Sri Lanka Army.
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The troops in Batticaloa District recovered one suicide kit, one remote controller, three claymore mines and six hand grenades during a search operation conducted in the Kandapuram area on November 27, according to a Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 1 
Troops during a search operation in the Meegasooriyapura area of Trincomalee District recovered one hand grenade.
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Troops during a search operation in the Meegasooriyapura area of Trincomalee District recovered one hand grenade.
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December - 6 
A special team from Kandy Police on information conducted a joint search operation with Army troops in the Dangeliyadda area and recovered 125 kilograms of C4 explosives buried in the area.
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A special team from Kandy Police on information conducted a joint search operation with Army troops in the Dangeliyadda area and recovered 125 kilograms of C4 explosives buried in the area.
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December - 7 
The Trincomalee Police following information recovered one T-56 weapon, one magazine and twenty-eight rounds of T-56 ammunition from the Sinnapuram area of Batticaloa District on December 7, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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The Trincomalee Police following information recovered one T-56 weapon, one magazine and twenty-eight rounds of T-56 ammunition from the Sinnapuram area of Batticaloa District on December 7, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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December - 8 
Daily News reports that a large stock of C4 explosives and arms were recovered by Police and the Army in two separate locations in the Batticaloa area. Kandy Police Intelligence Unit launched a search operation in the Dangeliyadda area and unearthed 125 kilograms of C4 explosives following informati
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Daily News reports that a large stock of C4 explosives and arms were recovered by Police and the Army in two separate locations in the Batticaloa area. Kandy Police Intelligence Unit launched a search operation in the Dangeliyadda area and unearthed 125 kilograms of C4 explosives following information provided by a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) suspect, Police said.
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December - 20 
Troops recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine and 22 rounds of T-56 ammunition during search operation in the Uppuweli and Pirapiddi areas of Trincomalee District on December 20, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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Troops recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine and 22 rounds of T-56 ammunition during search operation in the Uppuweli and Pirapiddi areas of Trincomalee District on December 20, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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December - 21 
On December 21, Army troops recovered one T-56 weapon from the Vinayagapuram area of Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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On December 21, Army troops recovered one T-56 weapon from the Vinayagapuram area of Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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December - 22 
On December 22, the Security Forces recovered 100 grams of explosives, 25 meters of detonator cord and two hand grenades during a search operation conducted in the Thissapura area of Trincomalee District, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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On December 22, the Security Forces recovered 100 grams of explosives, 25 meters of detonator cord and two hand grenades during a search operation conducted in the Thissapura area of Trincomalee District, according to a Sri Lanka Army report.
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