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Incidents of Exchange of Fire between SFs and Militants:2008
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January - 1 
The LTTE militants carried out a small arms attack towards troop’s defence areas at Kokkuthuduvai killing one soldier. Troops retaliated and repulsed the attack. The LTTE casualties are yet to be ascertained.
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The LTTE militants carried out a small arms attack towards troop’s defence areas at Kokkuthuduvai killing one soldier. Troops retaliated and repulsed the attack. The LTTE casualties are yet to be ascertained.
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January - 1 
The United National Party (UNP) Member of Parliament (MP), T. Maheshwaran, was shot at and injured by suspected ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) while he was offering prayers inside Sivam Kovil (Temple of Lord Shiva) at Kotahena in the capital Colombo on January 1,
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The United National Party (UNP) Member of Parliament (MP), T. Maheshwaran, was shot at and injured by suspected ‘pistol gang’ cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) while he was offering prayers inside Sivam Kovil (Temple of Lord Shiva) at Kotahena in the capital Colombo on January 1, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The Parliamentarian, however, succumbed to his injuries. One of the nine more civilians wounded in the incident also died of his injuries. Meanwhile the Kotahena police claimed that the suspect, a resident of Gurunagar in Jaffna, was shot at and injured in retaliatory fire by Maheswaran's security personnel and is under police custody, adds Colombo Page.
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January - 1 
Two more LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter at Ethawatunuwewa in the Vavuniya district.
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Two more LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter at Ethawatunuwewa in the Vavuniya district.
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January - 2 
At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 30 others injured when troops launched two separate attacks on a LTTE bunker line at Kilaly in the Jaffna district on January 2, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two soldiers were also killed and six others sustained injuries duri
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At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 30 others injured when troops launched two separate attacks on a LTTE bunker line at Kilaly in the Jaffna district on January 2, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two soldiers were also killed and six others sustained injuries during the exchange of fire. Five LTTE bunkers were destroyed in the incident.
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January - 2 
During another encounter between the two sides at Pandivirichchen in the Vavuniya district, the troops killed two LTTE militants.
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During another encounter between the two sides at Pandivirichchen in the Vavuniya district, the troops killed two LTTE militants.
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January - 2 
On January 2, troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter at Parappakandal in the same district.
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On January 2, troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter at Parappakandal in the same district.
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January - 3 
On January 3, troops observed an infiltration attempt of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants into the security forces held areas west ofPalamoddai in the Vavuniya district and launched counter fire killing at least four militants, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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On January 3, troops observed an infiltration attempt of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants into the security forces held areas west ofPalamoddai in the Vavuniya district and launched counter fire killing at least four militants, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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January - 3 
On the same day, the LTTE militants lobbed a hand grenade at a Special Task Force (STF) foot patrol in the Thirithilana area of Ampara district without causing any fatalities. The STF retaliated and killed three militants. The dead bodies of the three militants along with one T-56 weapon, two T-56 m
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On the same day, the LTTE militants lobbed a hand grenade at a Special Task Force (STF) foot patrol in the Thirithilana area of Ampara district without causing any fatalities. The STF retaliated and killed three militants. The dead bodies of the three militants along with one T-56 weapon, two T-56 magazines, two claymore mines, two motor cycles, two electric detonators and a detonator cord of eleven meters were recovered from the incident site.
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January - 4 
A day earlier, the LTTE militants opened mortar fire towards villagers in the Illandamoddai area of Mannar district and injured four of them. Troops retaliated the mortar fire and repulsed the attack.
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A day earlier, the LTTE militants opened mortar fire towards villagers in the Illandamoddai area of Mannar district and injured four of them. Troops retaliated the mortar fire and repulsed the attack.
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January - 4 
Two more LTTE cadres were killed when another confrontation erupted between the two sides in the area east of Janakapura in Vavuniya district.
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Two more LTTE cadres were killed when another confrontation erupted between the two sides in the area east of Janakapura in Vavuniya district.
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January - 5 
At Kokkuthuduvai in the same district, troops launched an artillery attack on an identified LTTE location deep in the area on January 5. Troops monitored LTTE communication and confirmed that three militants were injured in the attack.
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At Kokkuthuduvai in the same district, troops launched an artillery attack on an identified LTTE location deep in the area on January 5. Troops monitored LTTE communication and confirmed that three militants were injured in the attack.
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January - 6 
A day earlier, troops killed four LTTE militants during an encounter at Kaduruvitankulam in the Vavuniya district and also recovered 46 anti-personnel mines from the incident site.
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A day earlier, troops killed four LTTE militants during an encounter at Kaduruvitankulam in the Vavuniya district and also recovered 46 anti-personnel mines from the incident site.
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January - 6 
Five LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter in the Kutinchankulam area of Vavuniya district, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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Five LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter in the Kutinchankulam area of Vavuniya district, Sri Lanka Army reported.
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January - 6 
In the Kilaly area of the same district, a group of soldiers who were on a search operation in the area were fired upon by the LTTE militants. Troops retaliated and killed two militants and injured several others.
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In the Kilaly area of the same district, a group of soldiers who were on a search operation in the area were fired upon by the LTTE militants. Troops retaliated and killed two militants and injured several others.
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January - 6 
On the same day, one soldier was killed and eight others injured in an LTTE artillery attack in the Mullikulam area of Mannar district. Troops retaliated and inflicted an unspecified number of casualties to the LTTE militants. Details are awaited.
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On the same day, one soldier was killed and eight others injured in an LTTE artillery attack in the Mullikulam area of Mannar district. Troops retaliated and inflicted an unspecified number of casualties to the LTTE militants. Details are awaited.
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January - 7 
During another encounter at Pallikkulam, troops killed three LTTE militants. Similarly, three more LTTE militants were killed by troops during a clash at Pandivirichchankulam.
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During another encounter at Pallikkulam, troops killed three LTTE militants. Similarly, three more LTTE militants were killed by troops during a clash at Pandivirichchankulam.
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January - 8 
A day earlier, troops at Kutinchankulam in the Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed three of them. Four soldiers sustained injuries during the exchange of fire.
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A day earlier, troops at Kutinchankulam in the Vavuniya district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed three of them. Four soldiers sustained injuries during the exchange of fire.
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January - 8 
Troops killed six LTTE cadres in the Mullikulam area of Wanni region when the militants were trying to enter the military-held cleared areas on January 8. Similarly, troops killed four more militants in the Periyathampane area of the same region when the latter tried to confront troops in the area a
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Troops killed six LTTE cadres in the Mullikulam area of Wanni region when the militants were trying to enter the military-held cleared areas on January 8. Similarly, troops killed four more militants in the Periyathampane area of the same region when the latter tried to confront troops in the area after firing a few shots towards them.
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January - 9 
On January 9, five LTTE militants were killed in two separate incidents in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. While three militants were killed and a bunker destroyed in the first incident, troops killed two militants and destroyed three bunkers in the second incident. Three soldiers and two mil
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On January 9, five LTTE militants were killed in two separate incidents in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. While three militants were killed and a bunker destroyed in the first incident, troops killed two militants and destroyed three bunkers in the second incident. Three soldiers and two militants were also injured due to the exchange of fire.
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January - 9 
One more LTTE militant was killed by troops during an encounter in the Eluttumadduwal area of Jaffna district.
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One more LTTE militant was killed by troops during an encounter in the Eluttumadduwal area of Jaffna district.
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January - 10 
On January 10, the LTTE militants opened mortar fire towards the Parappakandal FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Mannar district and injured one soldier. Another soldier was injured due to the LTTE firing during a confrontation between the two sides at Adampan. One more soldier was reported injured
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On January 10, the LTTE militants opened mortar fire towards the Parappakandal FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Mannar district and injured one soldier. Another soldier was injured due to the LTTE firing during a confrontation between the two sides at Adampan. One more soldier was reported injured in another LTTE fire at Eluttumadduwal in the Jaffna district.
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January - 10 
On the same day, two LTTE militants were reported killed by troops during a confrontation in the Chettukulam area of Mannar district.
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On the same day, two LTTE militants were reported killed by troops during a confrontation in the Chettukulam area of Mannar district.
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January - 10 
Three more LTTE cadres were killed and two others injured by troops during an encounter in the area west of Mullikulam in the Mannar district.
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Three more LTTE cadres were killed and two others injured by troops during an encounter in the area west of Mullikulam in the Mannar district.
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January - 11 
On January 11, four soldiers sustained injuries in a LTTE fire at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district. Two more soldiers were injured in an LTTE mortar fire at Kaduruvitankulam in the Vavuniya district. At Periyapandirichchan, two more soldiers were more injured due to the explosion of an LTTE anti per
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On January 11, four soldiers sustained injuries in a LTTE fire at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district. Two more soldiers were injured in an LTTE mortar fire at Kaduruvitankulam in the Vavuniya district. At Periyapandirichchan, two more soldiers were more injured due to the explosion of an LTTE anti personnel mine. Elsewhere at Mudalkutti, troops carried out an attack on a militant hideout and injured an unspecified number of militants. One soldier also received injuries in the exchange of fire.
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January - 11 
On January 11, troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter in the Ethawatunuwewa area of Vavuniya district.
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On January 11, troops killed two LTTE militants during an encounter in the Ethawatunuwewa area of Vavuniya district.
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January - 11 
Troops operating ahead of the FDL (Foreword Defence Line) in the Periyapandirichchan area confronted group of LTTE militants and killed at least five of them. About four hours after the incident, terrorists fired mortar and artillery towards the troops, injuring thirteen soldiers.
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Troops operating ahead of the FDL (Foreword Defence Line) in the Periyapandirichchan area confronted group of LTTE militants and killed at least five of them. About four hours after the incident, terrorists fired mortar and artillery towards the troops, injuring thirteen soldiers.
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January - 12 
An army foot patrol on duty in the area between Chettukulam and Parayanakulam on the Mannar road was fired upon by LTTE militants from a hideout. Troops retaliated and neutralized the LTTE fire. One soldier was killed and four other soldiers injured in the LTTE fire.
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An army foot patrol on duty in the area between Chettukulam and Parayanakulam on the Mannar road was fired upon by LTTE militants from a hideout. Troops retaliated and neutralized the LTTE fire. One soldier was killed and four other soldiers injured in the LTTE fire.
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January - 12 
At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during a fierce gun battle that erupted between militants and troops at Pallikuli in the Mannar district on January 12, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was killed and five others were injured during the clash. Troops later
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At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during a fierce gun battle that erupted between militants and troops at Pallikuli in the Mannar district on January 12, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was killed and five others were injured during the clash. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of four militants, including three males and one female, along with four T-56 weapons and two radio sets.
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January - 12 
One soldier was killed when troops on duty at Parappakandal in the Mannar district were fired upon by militants. Troops, however, retaliated and repulsed the attack.
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One soldier was killed when troops on duty at Parappakandal in the Mannar district were fired upon by militants. Troops, however, retaliated and repulsed the attack.
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January - 13 
Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and eight others injured during clashes between the two sides in the area west of Parappakandal in Mannar district on January 13, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers were also killed and 15 others sustained injuries in the exchange
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Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and eight others injured during clashes between the two sides in the area west of Parappakandal in Mannar district on January 13, reports Sri Lanka Army. Two soldiers were also killed and 15 others sustained injuries in the exchange of fire. Troops also captured nine LTTE bunkers.
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January - 13 
Troops shot dead a LTTE cadre during an encounter closer to the FDL (Forward Defence Lin) on January 13.
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Troops shot dead a LTTE cadre during an encounter closer to the FDL (Forward Defence Lin) on January 13.
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January - 14 
Eight LTTE militants were killed by troops during two separate encounters in the Nagarkovil and Muhamalai areas of Jaffna district on January 14.
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Eight LTTE militants were killed by troops during two separate encounters in the Nagarkovil and Muhamalai areas of Jaffna district on January 14.
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January - 14 
One more soldier was killed by the LTTE militants during a gun fight at Parappakandal in the Mannar district.
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One more soldier was killed by the LTTE militants during a gun fight at Parappakandal in the Mannar district.
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January - 14 
Three more LTTE militants were killed and an equal number of them injured during an encounter with the troops at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed and an equal number of them injured during an encounter with the troops at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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January - 14 
Troops shot dead one LTTE militant during an encounter in the Periyapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district.
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Troops shot dead one LTTE militant during an encounter in the Periyapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district.
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January - 15 
During another encounter between the two sides in the Parikariperiyakulam area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed five LTTE militants.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the Parikariperiyakulam area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed five LTTE militants.
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January - 15 
on January 15, during a clash that erupted between the two sides at Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, troops killed three LTTE militants and injured two others. Separately, one soldier was killed and an unspecified number of LTTE militants were injured during another exchange of fire between the
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on January 15, during a clash that erupted between the two sides at Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, troops killed three LTTE militants and injured two others. Separately, one soldier was killed and an unspecified number of LTTE militants were injured during another exchange of fire between the two sides in the same area. During another clash in the same area, troops killed one LTTE militant and injured two others.
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January - 16 
During a clash that erupted between the two sides in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district, troops injured one militant. One soldier sustained injuries in the encounter. Another soldier was injured due to the explosion of an anti-personnel mine at Eluttumadduwal.
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During a clash that erupted between the two sides in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district, troops injured one militant. One soldier sustained injuries in the encounter. Another soldier was injured due to the explosion of an anti-personnel mine at Eluttumadduwal.
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January - 16 
In the Welioya area of Vavuniya district, troops confronted some infiltrating LTTE militants and killed one of them. An unspecified number of militants were reported injured in the incident. One soldier who sustained gunshot injuries died later.
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In the Welioya area of Vavuniya district, troops confronted some infiltrating LTTE militants and killed one of them. An unspecified number of militants were reported injured in the incident. One soldier who sustained gunshot injuries died later.
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January - 16 
Troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the Navathkulama area and killed one of them. Troops also destroyed one of their bunkers. Similarly, the troops stormed and destroyed another LTTE bunker in the Vilayathikulam area killing one militant.
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Troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the Navathkulama area and killed one of them. Troops also destroyed one of their bunkers. Similarly, the troops stormed and destroyed another LTTE bunker in the Vilayathikulam area killing one militant.
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Troops combing the jungles in search of LTTE militants who had killed 31 civilians in two attacks on January 16 in the Buttala area of Moneragala district confronted an isolated group of militants in the north of Dambeyaya, at Okkampitiya bordering the northeast of Yala sanctuary on January 17. A fi
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Troops combing the jungles in search of LTTE militants who had killed 31 civilians in two attacks on January 16 in the Buttala area of Moneragala district confronted an isolated group of militants in the north of Dambeyaya, at Okkampitiya bordering the northeast of Yala sanctuary on January 17. A fierce gun fight was on till the reports last came in. One soldier sustained injuries during the initial round of firing.
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January - 17 
During another encounter between the two sides in the Kurunchakulam area, troops killed four LTTE militants on January 17.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the Kurunchakulam area, troops killed four LTTE militants on January 17.
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January - 17 
One LTTE militant was killed by troops in an encounter ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (forward defence line) in the Jaffna district. Similarly, troops killed another LTTE militant ahead of the Kilaly FDL.
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One LTTE militant was killed by troops in an encounter ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (forward defence line) in the Jaffna district. Similarly, troops killed another LTTE militant ahead of the Kilaly FDL.
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January - 17 
Troops shot dead four LTTE militants in an encounter in the area north of Pallikuli, a suburb of Adampan. Three soldiers were also injured during the exchange of fire. Troops later found two T-56 weapons and one T- 81weapon from the possession of the slain militants.
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Troops shot dead four LTTE militants in an encounter in the area north of Pallikuli, a suburb of Adampan. Three soldiers were also injured during the exchange of fire. Troops later found two T-56 weapons and one T- 81weapon from the possession of the slain militants.
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January - 19 
During a confrontation between the two sides at Kallikulam in the Mannar district, troops killed one LTTE militant.
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During a confrontation between the two sides at Kallikulam in the Mannar district, troops killed one LTTE militant.
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January - 19 
Four LTTE militants aboard a tractor were killed when troops opened fire towards the tractor moving about 5-km south of Madhu. Separately, troops shot dead three militants in the same area. Troops also opened fire towards another tractor carrying LTTE militants in the same area, killing two militant
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Four LTTE militants aboard a tractor were killed when troops opened fire towards the tractor moving about 5-km south of Madhu. Separately, troops shot dead three militants in the same area. Troops also opened fire towards another tractor carrying LTTE militants in the same area, killing two militants. Two more LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter in the same area.
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January - 19 
One LTTE bunker at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district was attacked and destroyed by the troops. During the exchange of fire, one soldier received injuries. The LTTE communication later confirmed that one militant was killed.
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One LTTE bunker at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district was attacked and destroyed by the troops. During the exchange of fire, one soldier received injuries. The LTTE communication later confirmed that one militant was killed.
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January - 19 
Six more LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter at Janakapura FDL (forward defence line) in the Vavuniya district.
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Six more LTTE militants were killed by troops during an encounter at Janakapura FDL (forward defence line) in the Vavuniya district.
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January - 19 
Troops attacked another group of LTTE militants aboard a tractor moving north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district. In the ensuing gun battle the troops killed two militants and injured one more. One soldier also got inured.
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Troops attacked another group of LTTE militants aboard a tractor moving north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district. In the ensuing gun battle the troops killed two militants and injured one more. One soldier also got inured.
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January - 19 
Troops operating ahead of the Janakapura FDL confronted a group of LTTE militants. Two militants were killed in the gun battle. One soldier was also injured.
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Troops operating ahead of the Janakapura FDL confronted a group of LTTE militants. Two militants were killed in the gun battle. One soldier was also injured.
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January - 20 
Advancing troops captured another LTTE stronghold in the Vaiyttankulam area of Mannar district after a confrontation with the militants in which four of the militants were killed. Six soldiers were injured in the incident.
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Advancing troops captured another LTTE stronghold in the Vaiyttankulam area of Mannar district after a confrontation with the militants in which four of the militants were killed. Six soldiers were injured in the incident.
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January - 20 
During another confrontation between the two sides in the Parikariperiyakulam area, troops killed one LTTE militant and injured another.
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During another confrontation between the two sides in the Parikariperiyakulam area, troops killed one LTTE militant and injured another.
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January - 20 
During another confrontation in the Periyathampane area of the same district, troops killed two more militants.
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During another confrontation in the Periyathampane area of the same district, troops killed two more militants.
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January - 20 
Troops cordoned the area north of Kaithady in the Jaffna district and conducted a search operation. During the operation, the LTTE militants fired at the troops. Troops in counter fire killed two militants, including outfit’s leader of the Thendamarachchi area, identified as Chengan. During the subs
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Troops cordoned the area north of Kaithady in the Jaffna district and conducted a search operation. During the operation, the LTTE militants fired at the troops. Troops in counter fire killed two militants, including outfit’s leader of the Thendamarachchi area, identified as Chengan. During the subsequent search troops recovered one T-56 weapon, one micro pistol, one suicide jacket, one GPS (Global Positioning System), a stock of T-56 and pistol ammunition, one mobile phone and one FM radio from the location.
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January - 21 
A team of police personnel who were providing security at Allimankada in the Kithulkote area of Thanamalwila in the Moneragala district confronted a group of LTTE militants. In the ensuing gun battle, three policemen were killed. The militants, however, managed to escape.
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A team of police personnel who were providing security at Allimankada in the Kithulkote area of Thanamalwila in the Moneragala district confronted a group of LTTE militants. In the ensuing gun battle, three policemen were killed. The militants, however, managed to escape.
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January - 21 
At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 30 others injured as troops launched a pre-down attack against the outfit’s bunker lines in the Nagarkovil and Muhamalai areas of Jaffna district and destroyed 24 bunkers on January 21, reports Sri Lanka Army. The troops d
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At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 30 others injured as troops launched a pre-down attack against the outfit’s bunker lines in the Nagarkovil and Muhamalai areas of Jaffna district and destroyed 24 bunkers on January 21, reports Sri Lanka Army. The troops destroyed 12 bunkers east of A-9 road and eight more bunkers west of A-9 road in the Muhamalai area while four bunkers were destroyed at Nagarkovil. Two soldiers were also killed nine others injured during the gun battle that lasted nearly for one hour. Troops later recovered one 40-mm grenade launcher and a stock of military items from the incident site.
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January - 21 
Troops attacked a group of LTTE militants moving in the general area of Mullikulam in the Vavuniya district on January 21. In the ensuing gun battle, troops killed seven militants. During subsequent search operations in the area troops recovered the dead body of one LTTE militant along with one T-56
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Troops attacked a group of LTTE militants moving in the general area of Mullikulam in the Vavuniya district on January 21. In the ensuing gun battle, troops killed seven militants. During subsequent search operations in the area troops recovered the dead body of one LTTE militant along with one T-56 weapon in his possession.
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January - 22 
At Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district, troops confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed one militant. One soldier was also injured in the incident.
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At Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district, troops confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed one militant. One soldier was also injured in the incident.
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January - 22 
On the same day, troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the Adampan area and killed one of them.
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On the same day, troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the Adampan area and killed one of them.
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January - 22 
The troops in the general area north of Janakapura confronted another group of LTTE militants and killed six of them.
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The troops in the general area north of Janakapura confronted another group of LTTE militants and killed six of them.
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January - 22 
Two soldiers were injured during an encounter between LTTE militants and the troops in the Janakapura area.
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Two soldiers were injured during an encounter between LTTE militants and the troops in the Janakapura area.
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January - 23 
On January 23, LTTE cadres attacked the troops in the Nelukkulam area of Vavuniya district. Troops retaliated and repulsed the attack killing one militant. During subsequent search operations, troops recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with one micro pistol and one explosive laden su
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On January 23, LTTE cadres attacked the troops in the Nelukkulam area of Vavuniya district. Troops retaliated and repulsed the attack killing one militant. During subsequent search operations, troops recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with one micro pistol and one explosive laden suicide jacket.
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January - 23 
Two more soldiers were injured in a separate attack by the LTTE militants towards the troops in the Ponnar area of Jaffna district. Though troops repulsed the attack successfully inflicting an unspecified number of casualties to the outfit, details are waited.
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Two more soldiers were injured in a separate attack by the LTTE militants towards the troops in the Ponnar area of Jaffna district. Though troops repulsed the attack successfully inflicting an unspecified number of casualties to the outfit, details are waited.
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January - 24 
One more soldier was killed during a gun battle that occurred in the Nikawewa area of Vavuniya district on January 24.
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One more soldier was killed during a gun battle that occurred in the Nikawewa area of Vavuniya district on January 24.
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January - 24 
One more soldier was killed during a gun battle that took place between the two sides in the Nikawewa area of Vavuniya district on January 24.
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One more soldier was killed during a gun battle that took place between the two sides in the Nikawewa area of Vavuniya district on January 24.
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January - 24 
Two LTTE militants were killed by the troops in an encounter about 200 meters ahead of the Muhamalai FDL. Similarly, troops killed two more LTTE militants about 450 meters ahead of the same FDL.
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Two LTTE militants were killed by the troops in an encounter about 200 meters ahead of the Muhamalai FDL. Similarly, troops killed two more LTTE militants about 450 meters ahead of the same FDL.
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January - 25 
In the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district, the troops confronted another group of LTTE militants on January 25. While one soldier was injured, damages to LTTE are yet to be ascertained. Another soldier was injured in the Vannakulam area when the LTTE militants launched a mortar attack on troops
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In the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district, the troops confronted another group of LTTE militants on January 25. While one soldier was injured, damages to LTTE are yet to be ascertained. Another soldier was injured in the Vannakulam area when the LTTE militants launched a mortar attack on troops.
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January - 26 
In a gun battle that erupted between the two sides in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed two militants and neutralised two of their bunkers. Similarly, the troops launched an artillery attack on an LTTE cadre movement in the same area and killed two militants. Elsewhere, t
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In a gun battle that erupted between the two sides in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed two militants and neutralised two of their bunkers. Similarly, the troops launched an artillery attack on an LTTE cadre movement in the same area and killed two militants. Elsewhere, troops conducted search operations in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa and killed two militants on January 26.
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January - 26 
Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter near the Kiriibbanwewa FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Vavuniya district.
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Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter near the Kiriibbanwewa FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Vavuniya district.
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January - 26 
Troops in the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of the LTTE militants and killed two of them on January 26. An unspecified number of militants were reported injured in the incident. Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops as they repulsed an LTTE attempt to infiltr
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Troops in the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district confronted a group of the LTTE militants and killed two of them on January 26. An unspecified number of militants were reported injured in the incident. Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops as they repulsed an LTTE attempt to infiltrate into the Parayanalankulam area.
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January - 27 
A day earlier, troops deployed at the Nagarkovil and Kilaly FDL in the Jaffna district killed two militants in an encounter. Similarly, troops fired at a group of LTTE militants in the same area and killed two of them. One soldier and a militant were injured in the incident.
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A day earlier, troops deployed at the Nagarkovil and Kilaly FDL in the Jaffna district killed two militants in an encounter. Similarly, troops fired at a group of LTTE militants in the same area and killed two of them. One soldier and a militant were injured in the incident.
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January - 27 
Troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Palamoddai area of Mannar district and inflicted heavy casualties on them. Although the exact number is yet to be ascertained, the LTTE confirmed that two of their female cadres, namely Maniarsi and Kalaimoli, were among those militants killed in th
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Troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Palamoddai area of Mannar district and inflicted heavy casualties on them. Although the exact number is yet to be ascertained, the LTTE confirmed that two of their female cadres, namely Maniarsi and Kalaimoli, were among those militants killed in the clash.
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January - 27 
Troops in an encounter killed four LTTE militants in the Mullikulam area on January 27. Three more LTTE militants were killed in a similar incident by the troops at Vankalacheddikulam.
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Troops in an encounter killed four LTTE militants in the Mullikulam area on January 27. Three more LTTE militants were killed in a similar incident by the troops at Vankalacheddikulam.
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January - 28 
The security forces successfully retaliated with heavy artillery and multi barrel rocket launchers an LTTE artillery fire towards the Palali area of Jaffna district at around 9.30am on January 28, reports Daily News. "A passing out parade was to be held at the Palali camp before the LTTE launched th
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The security forces successfully retaliated with heavy artillery and multi barrel rocket launchers an LTTE artillery fire towards the Palali area of Jaffna district at around 9.30am on January 28, reports Daily News. "A passing out parade was to be held at the Palali camp before the LTTE launched the artillery attack. Around 15 Tiger artillery shells had fallen in the Palali area but there was no damage to life or property… The passing out parade was held at the Palali base as scheduled," said Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara. He said following the artillery attack the Air Force carried out an air strike targeting an LTTE artillery position in the Kalmunai point at around 11.45am. "LTTE cadres were launching the artillery attack directed towards the Palali from this position. The Tiger artillery position was completely destroyed by the Air Force fighters", he stated.
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January - 29 
An LTTE bunker manned by two militants in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district was fired upon by the troops. Troops confirmed that the two militants were killed in the firing.
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An LTTE bunker manned by two militants in the Navathkulama area of Vavuniya district was fired upon by the troops. Troops confirmed that the two militants were killed in the firing.
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January - 29 
During two encounters in the Villattikulam and Kallikulam areas, the troops killed six militants and injured four others. One soldier was injured at Villattikulam.
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During two encounters in the Villattikulam and Kallikulam areas, the troops killed six militants and injured four others. One soldier was injured at Villattikulam.
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January - 29 
The last village of Vaiyttankulam in Adampan under the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) control fell to the security forces (SFs) following heavy fighting in Mannar on January 29-morning, reports Daily News. The SFs destroyed 10 bunkers and killed 10 militants during the operation. Military s
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The last village of Vaiyttankulam in Adampan under the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) control fell to the security forces (SFs) following heavy fighting in Mannar on January 29-morning, reports Daily News. The SFs destroyed 10 bunkers and killed 10 militants during the operation. Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said, "Vaiyttankulam was located 1-km towards the west of Adampan and the Security Forces destroyed 10 LTTE bunkers while killing 10 Tiger cadres," he said, adding, the fight lasted for two hours and the SFs successfully retaliated the outfit’s resistance forcing them to flee the area.
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January - 29 
Troops fired mortar and small arms towards an LTTE bunker line in the Andankulam area of Mannar district and in the ensuing gun-battle, three militants and a soldier were killed while one soldier was injured. In another clash between the two sides in the same area, one soldier was killed and another
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Troops fired mortar and small arms towards an LTTE bunker line in the Andankulam area of Mannar district and in the ensuing gun-battle, three militants and a soldier were killed while one soldier was injured. In another clash between the two sides in the same area, one soldier was killed and another wounded.
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January - 30 
Five LTTE militants who infiltrated into the general areas (areas under government control) at the Kokkuthuduvai FDL were killed in an encounter by the troops. Troops launched another attack on a group of LTTE militants moving in the Villattikulam area and killed four of them. At Andankulam FDL in t
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Five LTTE militants who infiltrated into the general areas (areas under government control) at the Kokkuthuduvai FDL were killed in an encounter by the troops. Troops launched another attack on a group of LTTE militants moving in the Villattikulam area and killed four of them. At Andankulam FDL in the same district, the troops killed four more LTTE militants during two separate attacks.
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January - 30 
The security forces (SFs) captured the Muhamalai, Nagarkovil and Kilali Forward Defence Lines (FDLs) of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Jaffna district destroying 35 bunkers of the outfit on January 30, reports Daily News. 30 militants were killed and an unspecified number of them
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The security forces (SFs) captured the Muhamalai, Nagarkovil and Kilali Forward Defence Lines (FDLs) of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Jaffna district destroying 35 bunkers of the outfit on January 30, reports Daily News. 30 militants were killed and an unspecified number of them were injured during the operations in which seven soldiers also sustained injuries. "Around 12.45 am the Security Forces advanced from their FDLs in the Muhamalai area and smashed the LTTE bunkers in their first attack," military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said, adding, "In the pre-emptive attack the Security Forces overran 35 Tiger bunkers, physically 20 bunkers were destroyed and around 20 LTTE cadres killed." The LTTE withdrew to the second FDLs and the SFs advanced on this too forcing the LTTE to flee the area. The SFs launched another attack on the LTTE’s second FDLs in Muhamalai and Nagarkovil with T-55 tanks and destroyed 10 bunkers while killing 10 militants. "Vehicles of the fleeing Tiger cadres with their injured were also fired at by the Security Forces. LTTE communication intercepts confirmed that 10 LTTE cadres were killed in the skirmishes", Brigadier Nanayakkara said. In a subsequent search operation troops recovered a 60-mm mortar bomb, an RPG and a large stock of ammunition.
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February - 2 
A day earlier, troops killed 16 LTTE militants during separate confrontations in the Sirukulam, Andankulam and Kokkuthuduvai areas of Vavuniya district, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. Two soldiers sustained injuries during the confrontation at Kokkuthuduvai.
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A day earlier, troops killed 16 LTTE militants during separate confrontations in the Sirukulam, Andankulam and Kokkuthuduvai areas of Vavuniya district, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. Two soldiers sustained injuries during the confrontation at Kokkuthuduvai.
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February - 2 
Two soldiers were killed and an equal number of them sustained injuries when a gun battle erupted between the two sides in the Ethawatunuwewa area following LTTE fire towards the troops. Troops repulsed the attack and killed one militant.
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Two soldiers were killed and an equal number of them sustained injuries when a gun battle erupted between the two sides in the Ethawatunuwewa area following LTTE fire towards the troops. Troops repulsed the attack and killed one militant.
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February - 4 
On February 4, the LTTE militants opened fire towards the troops in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. In the ensuing gun battle two soldiers and a militant were killed while another soldier sustained injuries.
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On February 4, the LTTE militants opened fire towards the troops in the Periyapanndivirichchan area of Vavuniya district. In the ensuing gun battle two soldiers and a militant were killed while another soldier sustained injuries.
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February - 5 
Troops in a series of confrontations with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants at Andankulam in the Vavuniya district killed at least 12 of them, reports Sri Lanka Army. An unspecified number of militants were reported injured in the clashes that continued for a couple of hours.
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Troops in a series of confrontations with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants at Andankulam in the Vavuniya district killed at least 12 of them, reports Sri Lanka Army. An unspecified number of militants were reported injured in the clashes that continued for a couple of hours.
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February - 5 
Troops killed at least six LTTE militants during intermittent clashes in the Andankulam, Kaddutaddamalai and Kokkutoduvai areas. One soldier was also injured during the clashes.
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Troops killed at least six LTTE militants during intermittent clashes in the Andankulam, Kaddutaddamalai and Kokkutoduvai areas. One soldier was also injured during the clashes.
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February - 6 
Troops after observing the movement of another group of LTTE militants in the Kokkuthuduvai area opened fire towards them. In the ensuing gun battle four militants and three soldiers were killed while 14 other soldiers sustained injuries.
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Troops after observing the movement of another group of LTTE militants in the Kokkuthuduvai area opened fire towards them. In the ensuing gun battle four militants and three soldiers were killed while 14 other soldiers sustained injuries.
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February - 7 
Five LTTE militants, including an area leader, were killed and 10 others injured by the troops during a gun battle between the two sides in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas along the A-9 road in the Jaffna district on February 7. One soldier was killed and five others sustained injuries during the
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Five LTTE militants, including an area leader, were killed and 10 others injured by the troops during a gun battle between the two sides in the Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas along the A-9 road in the Jaffna district on February 7. One soldier was killed and five others sustained injuries during the clash. The troops also neutralised several bunkers of the outfit.
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February - 8 
Troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Nagarkovil area. One soldier was killed and three others sustained injuries during the exchange of fire.
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Troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Nagarkovil area. One soldier was killed and three others sustained injuries during the exchange of fire.
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February - 8 
Two LTTE militants and a soldier were killed during a gun battle between the two sides in the Janakapura area. 10 militants and a soldier were also injured during the gun battle.
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Two LTTE militants and a soldier were killed during a gun battle between the two sides in the Janakapura area. 10 militants and a soldier were also injured during the gun battle.
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February - 9 
15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and three soldiers were killed during a gun battle between the twos sides at Periyapantrichurichchan in the Vavuniya district on February 9, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. Seven soldiers were also injured.
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15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and three soldiers were killed during a gun battle between the twos sides at Periyapantrichurichchan in the Vavuniya district on February 9, according to Sri Lanka Army reports. Seven soldiers were also injured.
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February - 11 
At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and 10 soldiers were killed during a gun-battle between the two sides in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district on February 11, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The troops destroyed 12 LTTE bunkers and also injured an unspecified number of
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At least 13 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and 10 soldiers were killed during a gun-battle between the two sides in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district on February 11, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The troops destroyed 12 LTTE bunkers and also injured an unspecified number of militants. 25 soldiers were reportedly injured in the incident.
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February - 11 
The troops during a raid on an LTTE bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district killed four militants.
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The troops during a raid on an LTTE bunker in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district killed four militants.
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February - 12 
Six soldiers were killed and 10 others injured when LTTE militants fired artillery shells at the densely populated Thalladi town damaging the St. Sebastian Church in Mannar on February 12, according to Colombo Page. Troops retaliated with heavy gun fire towards identified LTTE artillery positions in
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Six soldiers were killed and 10 others injured when LTTE militants fired artillery shells at the densely populated Thalladi town damaging the St. Sebastian Church in Mannar on February 12, according to Colombo Page. Troops retaliated with heavy gun fire towards identified LTTE artillery positions in the non-liberated areas north of Mannar, security sources said.
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February - 19 
Troops foiled an LTTE attempt to dislodge consolidating troops in the newly captured Sirukulam area in the Mannar district. In the gun-battle that started around midnight on February 19 and continued for about four hours troops inflicted heavy casualties on the militants forcing them to retreat. The
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Troops foiled an LTTE attempt to dislodge consolidating troops in the newly captured Sirukulam area in the Mannar district. In the gun-battle that started around midnight on February 19 and continued for about four hours troops inflicted heavy casualties on the militants forcing them to retreat. The exact details of the casualties are, however, yet to be ascertained, though it is believed at least 35-40 militants have either been injured or killed. Five soldiers were reported injured in the gun-battle. Top LTTE leaders, identified as Swarnam and Laksman, reportedly commanded the attack.
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February - 19 
Two LTTE militants lobbed hand grenades towards police personnel on duty in the Sivampuram area of Vavuniya district. Police personnel retaliated and killed one of the militants while the other managed to escape. One pistol and a hand grenade were recovered from the incident site.
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Two LTTE militants lobbed hand grenades towards police personnel on duty in the Sivampuram area of Vavuniya district. Police personnel retaliated and killed one of the militants while the other managed to escape. One pistol and a hand grenade were recovered from the incident site.
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February - 20 
The troops attacked another group of LTTE militants in the area north of Villattikulam and killed eight militants. Three militants and a soldier were injured in the gun fight.
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The troops attacked another group of LTTE militants in the area north of Villattikulam and killed eight militants. Three militants and a soldier were injured in the gun fight.
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February - 20 
Three soldiers were killed when the LTTE militants opened fire on an Army picket point at Dambakote in the Buttala district. Troops retaliated and injured at least one militant.
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Three soldiers were killed when the LTTE militants opened fire on an Army picket point at Dambakote in the Buttala district. Troops retaliated and injured at least one militant.
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February - 22 
A fierce gun battle erupted between the two sides when the troops assaulted a group of LTTE militants who were manning a bunker in the Kallikulam area on February 22. At least seven militants were killed and three others were seriously injured in the incident.
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A fierce gun battle erupted between the two sides when the troops assaulted a group of LTTE militants who were manning a bunker in the Kallikulam area on February 22. At least seven militants were killed and three others were seriously injured in the incident.
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February - 22 
On February 22, six LTTE militants were killed when a fierce gun battle erupted between the two sides in the area north of Welioya sector in the Vavuniya district. Subsequently, the troops recovered dead bodies of the six slain militants along with a Multi Purpose Machine Gun, five T-56 weapons and
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On February 22, six LTTE militants were killed when a fierce gun battle erupted between the two sides in the area north of Welioya sector in the Vavuniya district. Subsequently, the troops recovered dead bodies of the six slain militants along with a Multi Purpose Machine Gun, five T-56 weapons and two radio sets.
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February - 24 
At least 17 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops overran their line of bunkers in the Parappakandal area of Mannar district on February 24, reports Sri Lanka Army. Six soldiers were also killed and 16 others sustained injuries in the clashes.
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At least 17 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops overran their line of bunkers in the Parappakandal area of Mannar district on February 24, reports Sri Lanka Army. Six soldiers were also killed and 16 others sustained injuries in the clashes.
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February - 25 
The troops after having observed an LTTE movement in the Thampanai area opened fire at them using small arms. One militant was killed in the firing and a search that followed enabled troops to recover one 60-mm mortar trap, three APMs and 320 T-56 ammunition from the inside of an abandoned LTTE bunk
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The troops after having observed an LTTE movement in the Thampanai area opened fire at them using small arms. One militant was killed in the firing and a search that followed enabled troops to recover one 60-mm mortar trap, three APMs and 320 T-56 ammunition from the inside of an abandoned LTTE bunker.
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February - 26 
On the same day, the troops retaliated when the LTTE militants opened fire towards them in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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On the same day, the troops retaliated when the LTTE militants opened fire towards them in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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March - 2 
During another encounter that erupted between the two sides in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed two LTTE militants. One soldier was killed while another sustained injuries during the incident.
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During another encounter that erupted between the two sides in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district, the troops killed two LTTE militants. One soldier was killed while another sustained injuries during the incident.
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March - 2 
Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in a clash that occurred in the general area of Kokkuthuduwai in the Welioya region on March 2, according to army sources. Two soldiers were killed while 10 others sustained injuries during the clash. In a subsequent s
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Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops in a clash that occurred in the general area of Kokkuthuduwai in the Welioya region on March 2, according to army sources. Two soldiers were killed while 10 others sustained injuries during the clash. In a subsequent search operation conducted in the area, troops recovered 130 anti-personnel mines, two improvised bombs, ten 12.7 ammunition, ten 60 mm mortar bombs, one box of 12.7 ammunition, two 2.5 kg claymores, one helmet, two 81 mm bombs trapped with booby traps, one can of C-4 explosives, four packets of medical items.
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March - 2 
On the same day, security forces launched attacked an LTTE camp in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed two militants. During the exchange of fire, one soldier was killed while four others sustained injuries.
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On the same day, security forces launched attacked an LTTE camp in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed two militants. During the exchange of fire, one soldier was killed while four others sustained injuries.
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March - 2 
The troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Kilaly, Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas of Jaffna district and killed five of them. One soldier was also killed during the incident.
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The troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Kilaly, Muhamalai and Nagarkovil areas of Jaffna district and killed five of them. One soldier was also killed during the incident.
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March - 2 
Two more clashes erupted in the Sirukulam and Adampan areas of Mannar district in which the troops killed two LTTE militants. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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Two more clashes erupted in the Sirukulam and Adampan areas of Mannar district in which the troops killed two LTTE militants. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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March - 3 
Troops at Kallikulam in the Mannar district attacked a LTTE hideout with Rocket Propeller Grenades and killed at least six militants. One soldier was also killed in the incident.
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Troops at Kallikulam in the Mannar district attacked a LTTE hideout with Rocket Propeller Grenades and killed at least six militants. One soldier was also killed in the incident.
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March - 5 
In an encounter between the two sides in the Nochchikulam area of Mannar district, the troops killed one militant.
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In an encounter between the two sides in the Nochchikulam area of Mannar district, the troops killed one militant.
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March - 5 
The troops attacked an identified LTTE bunker in the Manthota area on March 5 and killed five militants, according to Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while three more sustained injuries in the incident.
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The troops attacked an identified LTTE bunker in the Manthota area on March 5 and killed five militants, according to Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while three more sustained injuries in the incident.
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March - 6 
At Karampaikulam, the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed two militants. Two soldiers and two militants also sustained injuries during the confrontation.
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At Karampaikulam, the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed two militants. Two soldiers and two militants also sustained injuries during the confrontation.
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March - 6 
At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during a gun battle in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district on March 6, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two soldiers were also killed while 10 others sustained injuries.
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At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during a gun battle in the Kokkuthuduvai area of Vavuniya district on March 6, Sri Lanka Army reported. Two soldiers were also killed while 10 others sustained injuries.
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March - 6 
The troops attacked another LTTE bunker in the Periyapantichchan area of Vavuniya district and killed five more militants. One soldier got injured in the incident.
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The troops attacked another LTTE bunker in the Periyapantichchan area of Vavuniya district and killed five more militants. One soldier got injured in the incident.
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March - 6 
The troops killed four more LTTE militants during a confrontation that occurred in the Karampaikulam area. Two soldiers also received injuries during the clash.
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The troops killed four more LTTE militants during a confrontation that occurred in the Karampaikulam area. Two soldiers also received injuries during the clash.
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March - 7 
Four more LTTE militants and two soldiers were killed when the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district. Two soldiers were also injured during the clash.
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Four more LTTE militants and two soldiers were killed when the troops confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district. Two soldiers were also injured during the clash.
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March - 7 
Six other LTTE cadres were killed during sporadic clashes in the Veddamkulam, Karampikulam, Madhu camp area, Periyawalandykulam, Tiruketishwara in Wanni on March 7. On the same day, two soldiers sustained injuries after being attacked by the LTTE cadres at Pebbankulam and Adampan areas.
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Six other LTTE cadres were killed during sporadic clashes in the Veddamkulam, Karampikulam, Madhu camp area, Periyawalandykulam, Tiruketishwara in Wanni on March 7. On the same day, two soldiers sustained injuries after being attacked by the LTTE cadres at Pebbankulam and Adampan areas.
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March - 7 
Six soldiers were injured during separate confrontations between the two sides in the Adampan and Kaduthaddamalai areas of Mannar district. Another soldier was injured due to LTTE anti personnel mine explosion while the troops were conducting clearing operations in the areas closer to the Kilaly FDL
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Six soldiers were injured during separate confrontations between the two sides in the Adampan and Kaduthaddamalai areas of Mannar district. Another soldier was injured due to LTTE anti personnel mine explosion while the troops were conducting clearing operations in the areas closer to the Kilaly FDL in the Jaffna district.
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March - 8 
Troops destroyed a bunker line of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) north of Manthai in Mannar on March 8, Sri Lanka Army reports. Two LTTE cadres were killed during the attack in which both the Army and Air Force participated. Two soldiers were also killed and four others sustained injuri
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Troops destroyed a bunker line of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) north of Manthai in Mannar on March 8, Sri Lanka Army reports. Two LTTE cadres were killed during the attack in which both the Army and Air Force participated. Two soldiers were also killed and four others sustained injuries during the encounter.
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March - 8 
Two LTTE cadres were killed during encounters with the troops in Welioya and Vavuniya. Seven other LTTE cadres were killed in the general areas of Kilaly and Muhamale in Jaffna. Two soldiers sustained injuries during the encounters.
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Two LTTE cadres were killed during encounters with the troops in Welioya and Vavuniya. Seven other LTTE cadres were killed in the general areas of Kilaly and Muhamale in Jaffna. Two soldiers sustained injuries during the encounters.
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March - 9 
At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the Umayarathuwarankulam, Vilathikulam, Venkalacheddikulam, Adampan, Pulmoddai, Ilantaivan and Janakapura areas of Vavuniya district on March 9, reports Sri Lanka Army. Five soldiers were also k
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At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during clashes in the Umayarathuwarankulam, Vilathikulam, Venkalacheddikulam, Adampan, Pulmoddai, Ilantaivan and Janakapura areas of Vavuniya district on March 9, reports Sri Lanka Army. Five soldiers were also killed during the confrontations.
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March - 9 
Three soldiers were killed during clashes with the LTTE militants at Udayanatankulam, Sulainamarutamadu and Ampan areas.
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Three soldiers were killed during clashes with the LTTE militants at Udayanatankulam, Sulainamarutamadu and Ampan areas.
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March - 10 
A day earlier, the LTTE militants directed 60-mm mortar fire on troop positions in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, injuring two soldiers. In the retaliatory fire, the troops killed at least four militants.
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A day earlier, the LTTE militants directed 60-mm mortar fire on troop positions in the Vilattikulam area of Vavuniya district, injuring two soldiers. In the retaliatory fire, the troops killed at least four militants.
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March - 10 
At least 26 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, mostly females, were killed and three others injured by the troops during clashes in the Puliyankulam area of Mannar district on March 10, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while 13 others were wounded during the clashe
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At least 26 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, mostly females, were killed and three others injured by the troops during clashes in the Puliyankulam area of Mannar district on March 10, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while 13 others were wounded during the clashes.
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March - 10 
In a pre-dawn attack on an LTTE bunker line in the Illanthaivan area of Mannar district on March 10, the troops killed 10 militants and injured an equal number of them. Troops also captured eight bunkers. Three soldiers were also killed while 12 others got injured.
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In a pre-dawn attack on an LTTE bunker line in the Illanthaivan area of Mannar district on March 10, the troops killed 10 militants and injured an equal number of them. Troops also captured eight bunkers. Three soldiers were also killed while 12 others got injured.
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March - 11 
On March 11, the troops in a pre-dawn attack captured the immediate surroundings adjacent to the Sinnaodaippu sluice gates under their control after advancing about 500 meter to the east. Four militants were killed while three soldiers sustained injuries in the fight.
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On March 11, the troops in a pre-dawn attack captured the immediate surroundings adjacent to the Sinnaodaippu sluice gates under their control after advancing about 500 meter to the east. Four militants were killed while three soldiers sustained injuries in the fight.
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March - 11 
The troops attacked one more fortified LTTE strong point in the Karampaikulam area and neutralized two of their bunkers and cleared a few trenches. Army’s artillery and mortar fire is reported to have inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit, though the exact details are yet to be confirmed. However
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The troops attacked one more fortified LTTE strong point in the Karampaikulam area and neutralized two of their bunkers and cleared a few trenches. Army’s artillery and mortar fire is reported to have inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit, though the exact details are yet to be confirmed. However, ground troops confirmed that four soldiers were killed while two others sustained injuries during the clash.
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March - 12 
Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an equal number of them injured when the troops attacked three bunkers of the outfit in the Udayanathankulam area of Vavuniya district on March 12, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Three soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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Nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and an equal number of them injured when the troops attacked three bunkers of the outfit in the Udayanathankulam area of Vavuniya district on March 12, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Three soldiers sustained injuries in the incident. The troops later recovered one T-56 weapon, three claymore mines, 40 hand grenades, 24 anti-personnel mines, nine Arul bombs and four ration packets from the incident site.
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March - 12 
The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter crafts on March 12 bombed three LTTE camps, from where the militants were directing heavy fire on to the advancing troops, in the area north and east of Madhu in the Mannar district.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force fighter crafts on March 12 bombed three LTTE camps, from where the militants were directing heavy fire on to the advancing troops, in the area north and east of Madhu in the Mannar district.
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March - 14 
On March 14, the troops retaliated and inflicted heavy casualties to the LTTE militants when they opened fire towards the troops in the Manthai area of Mannar district. Separately, the troops attacked a group of LTTE militants who were moving in the Thirukeshwaram area. Similarly, the troops after o
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On March 14, the troops retaliated and inflicted heavy casualties to the LTTE militants when they opened fire towards the troops in the Manthai area of Mannar district. Separately, the troops attacked a group of LTTE militants who were moving in the Thirukeshwaram area. Similarly, the troops after observing movement of the LTTE militants in the Veddayamurippu area fired at them. However, details of these incidents are yet to be ascertained.
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March - 14 
Six LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also injured in the incident. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered two dead bodies of the militants, two T-56 weapons and one Icom radio set from the incident site.
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Six LTTE militants were killed by the troops in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also injured in the incident. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered two dead bodies of the militants, two T-56 weapons and one Icom radio set from the incident site.
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March - 14 
Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops when clashes erupted between the two sides in the Villattikulam area.
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Six more LTTE militants were killed by the troops when clashes erupted between the two sides in the Villattikulam area.
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March - 14 
The troops during two separate attacks captured four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunkers and killed four militants in the Kallikulam and Malikaittidal areas of Vavuniya district on March 14, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Two soldiers were injured during the clashes.
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The troops during two separate attacks captured four Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) bunkers and killed four militants in the Kallikulam and Malikaittidal areas of Vavuniya district on March 14, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Two soldiers were injured during the clashes.
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March - 15 
The troops attacked an LTTE strong point in the Kokkuthuduvai area and inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit. Thought the exact detail of the outfit’s casualties are yet to be ascertained, the troops confirmed that three soldiers were killed while seven others got injured in the ensuing gun battl
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The troops attacked an LTTE strong point in the Kokkuthuduvai area and inflicted heavy casualties to the outfit. Thought the exact detail of the outfit’s casualties are yet to be ascertained, the troops confirmed that three soldiers were killed while seven others got injured in the ensuing gun battle.
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March - 16 
A day earlier, three LTTE militants were killed by the troops at Kiriibbanwewa. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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A day earlier, three LTTE militants were killed by the troops at Kiriibbanwewa. One soldier was injured in the incident.
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March - 16 
At Andankulam, the troops in an encounter killed three LTTE militants. One soldier was also injured in the confrontation.
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At Andankulam, the troops in an encounter killed three LTTE militants. One soldier was also injured in the confrontation.
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March - 16 
Four soldiers were reported killed and three others injured during another encounter at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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Four soldiers were reported killed and three others injured during another encounter at Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district.
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March - 16 
One soldier was killed in an LTTE attack at Periyakulam in the Mannar district on March 16. On the same day, the troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district, killing one militant.
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One soldier was killed in an LTTE attack at Periyakulam in the Mannar district on March 16. On the same day, the troops attacked a LTTE bunker in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district, killing one militant.
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March - 16 
The troops killed four LTTE militants during clashes in the Adampan and Malikaittidal areas of Mannar district. One soldier also sustained injuries in the Malikaittidal incident.
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The troops killed four LTTE militants during clashes in the Adampan and Malikaittidal areas of Mannar district. One soldier also sustained injuries in the Malikaittidal incident.
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March - 17 
The troops captured a LTTE camp in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district, killing five militants and injuring 20 others. Two soldiers were also killed during the clashes while eight others sustained injuries. During a subsequent search operation, the troops recovered the dead bodies of three of t
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The troops captured a LTTE camp in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district, killing five militants and injuring 20 others. Two soldiers were also killed during the clashes while eight others sustained injuries. During a subsequent search operation, the troops recovered the dead bodies of three of the slain militants along with three T-56 weapons.
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March - 17 
Two soldiers were injured in a LTTE attack at Adampan in the Mannar district. Another soldier sustained injuries due to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion at Sinapandivirichchan.
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Two soldiers were injured in a LTTE attack at Adampan in the Mannar district. Another soldier sustained injuries due to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion at Sinapandivirichchan.
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March - 19 
On March 19, the troops repulsed an attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district and killed three militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. Three militants were injured in the incident.
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On March 19, the troops repulsed an attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the Kallikulam area of Vavuniya district and killed three militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. Three militants were injured in the incident.
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March - 20 
Two LTTE militants were wounded when the troops opened fire towards them in the Silvayankulam area of Vavuniya district. A soldier sustained injuries due to LTTE small arms fire in the Thirukethiswaram area of Mannar district.
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Two LTTE militants were wounded when the troops opened fire towards them in the Silvayankulam area of Vavuniya district. A soldier sustained injuries due to LTTE small arms fire in the Thirukethiswaram area of Mannar district.
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March - 21 
A day earlier, the troops attacked and captured a LTTE strong point and bunker complex north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing three militants. Six soldiers were also injured in the confrontation. Troops later recovered two RPG rounds, four T-56 magazines, one body armour, two pouches,
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A day earlier, the troops attacked and captured a LTTE strong point and bunker complex north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district, killing three militants. Six soldiers were also injured in the confrontation. Troops later recovered two RPG rounds, four T-56 magazines, one body armour, two pouches, seven water bottles and four hand grenades from the incident site.
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March - 21 
The troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants and killed four of them while injuring three others in the area of north of Janakapura. Two soldiers were also injured in the incident. Troops also recovered one T-56 weapon and T-56 magazine from the incident site.
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The troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants and killed four of them while injuring three others in the area of north of Janakapura. Two soldiers were also injured in the incident. Troops also recovered one T-56 weapon and T-56 magazine from the incident site.
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March - 22 
On March 22, during another encounter between the two sides at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, one soldier was killed while two others were injured.
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On March 22, during another encounter between the two sides at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district, one soldier was killed while two others were injured.
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March - 23 
10 more LTTE militants were killed raising the death toll to 25 while an equal number of them were injured after the troops who took full control of the area between Ilantaivan and Periyakulam in the Mannar district continued search and clear operations in the region. Two more soldiers were killed w
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10 more LTTE militants were killed raising the death toll to 25 while an equal number of them were injured after the troops who took full control of the area between Ilantaivan and Periyakulam in the Mannar district continued search and clear operations in the region. Two more soldiers were killed while 16 others sustained injuries. The troops also recovered the dead bodies of 11 of the 25 slain militants, including three females, along with seven T-56 weapons. As reported earlier, at least 15 LTTE militants and two soldiers were killed while nine soldiers were wounded in the incident.
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March - 24 
Three LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district on March 24. Four soldiers were injured in the incident.
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Three LTTE militants were killed by the troops during an encounter in the Karampaikkulam area of Vavuniya district on March 24. Four soldiers were injured in the incident.
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March - 26 
On March 26, the troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed seven of them. One soldier sustained injuries in the incident.
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On March 26, the troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed seven of them. One soldier sustained injuries in the incident.
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March - 26 
The SFs retaliated and rescued eight fishermen when they detected a group of people trying to come out of a jungle patch three-kilometre east of Omanthai in the Vavuniya district on March 26-afternoon under heavy small arms fire by the LTTE militants, according to Colombo Page. Three of the escapees
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The SFs retaliated and rescued eight fishermen when they detected a group of people trying to come out of a jungle patch three-kilometre east of Omanthai in the Vavuniya district on March 26-afternoon under heavy small arms fire by the LTTE militants, according to Colombo Page. Three of the escapees were killed while another three sustained injuries in the LTTE attack, the sources added. The unhurt escapees told the SFs that they were a group of 14 Sinhalese fishermen who had been abducted by the LTTE while they were engaged in fishing about 20 nautical miles east of Puttalam and Kalpitiya on February 10, 2007 and March 2, 2007. The victims had been kept as slaves by the outfit for over 13 months until they escaped a week ago. Two of the victims had died on the way inside dense jungles of Mullaitivu and the rest managed to reach Omanthai this morning. The group had been detected by the LTTE at the Omanthai defence line and came under militant’s fire until the army rescued them. According to the police sources the victims were residents of Kalpitiya, Negombo and Tangalle areas.
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March - 27 
At Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district, the troops confronted two groups of LTTE militants and killed at least two of them. Two soldiers were killed while three others sustained injuries during the clashes. The troops later recovered the dead body of one of the slain militants along with one T-56
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At Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district, the troops confronted two groups of LTTE militants and killed at least two of them. Two soldiers were killed while three others sustained injuries during the clashes. The troops later recovered the dead body of one of the slain militants along with one T-56 weapon.
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March - 27 
At least nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured during encounter with troops in the north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on March 27, Sri Lanka Army reports. One army officer was killed and three soldiers were injured during the encounte
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At least nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others injured during encounter with troops in the north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on March 27, Sri Lanka Army reports. One army officer was killed and three soldiers were injured during the encounter. In the same area, two soldiers were injured in two separate LTTE-triggered anti personnel mine explosions.
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March - 28 
At the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line), the troops neutralised two LTTE bunkers and killed two militants while injuring four others. Further, the LTTE militants opened fire and killed a soldier in the same area. Another soldier was killed due to the explosion of an LTTE laid booby trap in the a
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At the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line), the troops neutralised two LTTE bunkers and killed two militants while injuring four others. Further, the LTTE militants opened fire and killed a soldier in the same area. Another soldier was killed due to the explosion of an LTTE laid booby trap in the area south of A-9 road in the Kilaly region.
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March - 28 
The troops neutralised an LTTE hide-out in the same area. Four militants and a soldier were killed and three other soldiers were injured in the incident. Five more LTTE militants were killed when the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker in the same area. One soldier was injured.
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The troops neutralised an LTTE hide-out in the same area. Four militants and a soldier were killed and three other soldiers were injured in the incident. Five more LTTE militants were killed when the troops neutralised an LTTE bunker in the same area. One soldier was injured.
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March - 28 
Three militants were killed during an exchange of fire in Nagarkovil of Jaffna district. Two LTTE bunkers were destroyed.
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Three militants were killed during an exchange of fire in Nagarkovil of Jaffna district. Two LTTE bunkers were destroyed.
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March - 29 
At least 11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during separate clashes with the troops in the Madhu area of Mannar district on March 29, Sri Lanka Army reports. One soldier was also killed while four others were injured in these clashes. The troops clearing the area later
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At least 11 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed during separate clashes with the troops in the Madhu area of Mannar district on March 29, Sri Lanka Army reports. One soldier was also killed while four others were injured in these clashes. The troops clearing the area later recovered five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and 20 anti-personnel mines (APMs).
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March - 30 
One more soldier was killed during another encounter between the two sides in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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One more soldier was killed during another encounter between the two sides in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district.
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March - 30 
Six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during three separate encounters in the Malikaittidal, Veddayamurippu and Adampan areas of Mannar district on March 30, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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Six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed by the troops during three separate encounters in the Malikaittidal, Veddayamurippu and Adampan areas of Mannar district on March 30, Sri Lanka Army reports.
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March - 30 
The troops shot dead an LTTE militant, identified as Iravendran, in an encounter in the area east of Villattikulam. One more LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Periyavalayankadu area.
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The troops shot dead an LTTE militant, identified as Iravendran, in an encounter in the area east of Villattikulam. One more LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Periyavalayankadu area.
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March - 30 
Three soldiers were killed and four others injured during clashes with the LTTE militants in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district. One militant was also killed while an unspecified number of them sustained injuries during the clashes. During subsequent search operations, the t
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Three soldiers were killed and four others injured during clashes with the LTTE militants in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district. One militant was also killed while an unspecified number of them sustained injuries during the clashes. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered one hand grenade, 300 APMs, 3400 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 10 hand grenades.
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March - 30 
Two soldiers were wounded during clashes in the Ramanathankulam and Kallikulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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Two soldiers were wounded during clashes in the Ramanathankulam and Kallikulam areas of Vavuniya district.
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April - 1 
During another encounter between the two sides in the area north of Manthai, the troops killed four LTTE militants.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the area north of Manthai, the troops killed four LTTE militants.
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April - 2 
One more LTTE militant was killed and eight sustained injuries when the troops neutralised another bunker line of the outfit in the Andankulam area. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered 166 anti-personnel mines, four caps, 22 hand grenades and three Improvised Explosive Devices.
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One more LTTE militant was killed and eight sustained injuries when the troops neutralised another bunker line of the outfit in the Andankulam area. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered 166 anti-personnel mines, four caps, 22 hand grenades and three Improvised Explosive Devices. Eight soldiers were wounded in the LTTE mortar fire during the operation.
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April - 2 
The security forces (SFs) in the newly captured Sinapandivirichchan area of Vavuniya district foiled an attempt by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to re-capture one of their bunkers in the area on April 2, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). In retaliatory action, the troops killed at least 11
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The security forces (SFs) in the newly captured Sinapandivirichchan area of Vavuniya district foiled an attempt by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to re-capture one of their bunkers in the area on April 2, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). In retaliatory action, the troops killed at least 11 militants and injured five others. Two soldiers were also killed while 15 others sustained injuries during the encounter.
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April - 6 
An unspecified number of LTTE militants were injured in an encounter with the troops at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district. During three separate attacks in the Muhamalai area, the troops destroyed five LTTE bunkers.
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An unspecified number of LTTE militants were injured in an encounter with the troops at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district. During three separate attacks in the Muhamalai area, the troops destroyed five LTTE bunkers.
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April - 7 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting a Special Task Force (STF) route clearing patrol at Urasari in the Vavuvathivu area of Batticaloa district on April 7, Sri Lanka Army reports. The STF personnel, however, escaped unhurt and in retaliation kille
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered a claymore mine explosion targeting a Special Task Force (STF) route clearing patrol at Urasari in the Vavuvathivu area of Batticaloa district on April 7, Sri Lanka Army reports. The STF personnel, however, escaped unhurt and in retaliation killed the two militants involved in the explosion. During subsequent search operations, the STF personnel recovered one hand grenade, one pistol and one motor bicycle.
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April - 10 
Armoured tanks deployed in and around Ariyalai point in Jaffna after observing the presence of about seven Sea Tiger boats directed 100-mm fire rounds on April 9-morning between 10:20-10:30am, causing one of the boats to explode. The boats were reportedly on a reconnaissance mission with loaded expl
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Armoured tanks deployed in and around Ariyalai point in Jaffna after observing the presence of about seven Sea Tiger boats directed 100-mm fire rounds on April 9-morning between 10:20-10:30am, causing one of the boats to explode. The boats were reportedly on a reconnaissance mission with loaded explosives. Less than an hour later, the troops detecting one more LTTE boat in the Jaffna lagoon area opened heavy fire on it. However, troops restrained from further firing since the LTTE boat managed to creep into fishing boats in the seas. Later, the dead body of a suspected LTTE militant was found washed ashore, Colombo Page reported.
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April - 10 
During another encounter between the two sides in the Adampan and areas north of Parappakandal in the Mannar district, the security forces (SFs) killed at least four LTTE militants. Three soldiers sustained injuries in the clashes.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the Adampan and areas north of Parappakandal in the Mannar district, the security forces (SFs) killed at least four LTTE militants. Three soldiers sustained injuries in the clashes.
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April - 11 
During another encounter between the two sides in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district, the security forces (SFs) neutralised an unspecified number of outfit’s bunkers, killing three militants while injuring 14 others. Five soldiers also sustained injuries during the clashes.
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During another encounter between the two sides in the Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas of Vavuniya district, the security forces (SFs) neutralised an unspecified number of outfit’s bunkers, killing three militants while injuring 14 others. Five soldiers also sustained injuries during the clashes.
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April - 11 
The Janakapura area of Vavuniya district, troops attacked and captured a LTTE bunker and two trenches. One militant was killed and three others got injured in the encounter. The troops later recovered two T-56 magazines, 60 T-56 ammunition, three water cans, one LTTE uniform of a female cadre and se
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The Janakapura area of Vavuniya district, troops attacked and captured a LTTE bunker and two trenches. One militant was killed and three others got injured in the encounter. The troops later recovered two T-56 magazines, 60 T-56 ammunition, three water cans, one LTTE uniform of a female cadre and several more items from the area.
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April - 13 
One more LTTE militant was killed and two of the outfit’s bunkers were neutralised by the troops during two encounters in the area north of Welioya in Vavuniya district. Three soldiers and two militants sustained injuries in the attack. Three more soldiers were wounded in an LTTE attack and the expl
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One more LTTE militant was killed and two of the outfit’s bunkers were neutralised by the troops during two encounters in the area north of Welioya in Vavuniya district. Three soldiers and two militants sustained injuries in the attack. Three more soldiers were wounded in an LTTE attack and the explosion of an anti-personnel mine in the same area.
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April - 13 
The troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the Vinayakankulam area and killed two of them.
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The troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the Vinayakankulam area and killed two of them.
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April - 13 
Three soldiers were injured in an encounter with the LTTE militants in the area north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district. Similarly, another soldier was injured in the Sulanamaruthamadu area.
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Three soldiers were injured in an encounter with the LTTE militants in the area north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district. Similarly, another soldier was injured in the Sulanamaruthamadu area.
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April - 14 
SFs confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed one of them while eight militants were wounded. One more LTTE militant was killed while two others wounded by the troops in the Vedamakilam area. In another encounter, six LTTE militants were injured in t
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SFs confronted a group of LTTE militants in the Janakapura area of Vavuniya district and killed one of them while eight militants were wounded. One more LTTE militant was killed while two others wounded by the troops in the Vedamakilam area. In another encounter, six LTTE militants were injured in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa.
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April - 16 
At least 30 LTTE militants were injured during an encounter with the troops in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district.
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At least 30 LTTE militants were injured during an encounter with the troops in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district.
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April - 18 
The LTTE opened fire towards SFs in the Sulanamaratumadu area, north of Madhu. The SFs retaliated and killed two female militants.
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The LTTE opened fire towards SFs in the Sulanamaratumadu area, north of Madhu. The SFs retaliated and killed two female militants.
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April - 19 
Five LTTE bunkers were neutralised by the troops in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district. Details are awaited. One soldier, however, was reported injured in the exchange of fire.
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Five LTTE bunkers were neutralised by the troops in the Kilaly area of Jaffna district. Details are awaited. One soldier, however, was reported injured in the exchange of fire.
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April - 19 
The troops confronted with LTTE militants in the area east of Madhu and killed 12 militants while inuring eight others.
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The troops confronted with LTTE militants in the area east of Madhu and killed 12 militants while inuring eight others.
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April - 20 
13 LTTE militants were killed during separate encounters with the troops in the Kathankulam, Veddayapiru, Veddayampuramkulam, Adampan and Malikaittidal areas of Mannar district on April 20, SLA reported.
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13 LTTE militants were killed during separate encounters with the troops in the Kathankulam, Veddayapiru, Veddayampuramkulam, Adampan and Malikaittidal areas of Mannar district on April 20, SLA reported.
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April - 20 
Troops following an encounter with a group of LTTE militants in the Thachchanamatarathamadu area of Mannar district conducted a search and clear operation and recovered the dead body of a female militant along with three T-56 weapons, one radio set, four hand grenades and 38 anti-personnel mines (AP
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Troops following an encounter with a group of LTTE militants in the Thachchanamatarathamadu area of Mannar district conducted a search and clear operation and recovered the dead body of a female militant along with three T-56 weapons, one radio set, four hand grenades and 38 anti-personnel mines (APMs).
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April - 23 
At least 16 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and more than 31 others injured during encounters in the area north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district on April 23, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while five others sustained injuries
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At least 16 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and more than 31 others injured during encounters in the area north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in the Vavuniya district on April 23, reports Sri Lanka Army. One soldier was also killed while five others sustained injuries during the incidents. During subsequent search operation, troops recovered dead bodies of four of the slain militants along with four T-56 weapons, three radio sets, one claymore mine and 141 anti personnel mines (APMs).
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April - 23 
More than 100 militants and 43 soldiers are reported to have died in a fierce gun-battle between the security forces (SFs) and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in and around Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district on April 23-morning, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA
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More than 100 militants and 43 soldiers are reported to have died in a fierce gun-battle between the security forces (SFs) and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres in and around Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Jaffna district on April 23-morning, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). While 120 soldiers were wounded in the encounter, 33 soldiers were missing till last reports came in. "LTTE terrorists came and attacked our forward line this morning, we have retaliated and captured about 400 to 500-metres of LTTE area in Muhamalai," said military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara, according to Colombo Page. Meanwhile, the LTTE military spokesman Irasiah Ilanthirayan claimed that more than 100 SLA troopers were killed and 400 SLA troopers were wounded in the SLA attempt to overrun LTTE bases along a seven-km wide Kilali-Muhamalai-Kendal front, adds Tamil Net. He put the LTTE casualties figure at 16.
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April - 23 
Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in separate encounters in the Adampan, Malikaittidal and Adaimurippu areas of Mannar district. Troops later recovered 36 APMs, six hand grenades, 11 booby traps and one Arul type bomb.
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Two more LTTE militants were killed by the troops in separate encounters in the Adampan, Malikaittidal and Adaimurippu areas of Mannar district. Troops later recovered 36 APMs, six hand grenades, 11 booby traps and one Arul type bomb.
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April - 24 
Five LTTE militants were killed during separate encounters in the Navakkulam, Thachchanamarudamadu, Kirichchuddan and Palampiddi areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts. One soldier also received injuries in one of the clashes. Troops later recovered one anti tank mine (ATM) from the area.
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Five LTTE militants were killed during separate encounters in the Navakkulam, Thachchanamarudamadu, Kirichchuddan and Palampiddi areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts. One soldier also received injuries in one of the clashes. Troops later recovered one anti tank mine (ATM) from the area.
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April - 24 
Nine more militants were killed and three others were wounded during encounters in the Veddayamurippu, Mantota, Mankadu and Pullekyarkulam areas of Mannar district. Troops also recovered 141 APMs, three ATMs, one T-56 weapon and eight booby traps following a search operation conducted in the area.
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Nine more militants were killed and three others were wounded during encounters in the Veddayamurippu, Mantota, Mankadu and Pullekyarkulam areas of Mannar district. Troops also recovered 141 APMs, three ATMs, one T-56 weapon and eight booby traps following a search operation conducted in the area.
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April - 26 
21 militants were killed and several others injured when the troops retaliated to an Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attempt to storm the security forces (SFs) defence lines in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district on April 26, reports Sri Lanka Army. Seven soldiers were also rep
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21 militants were killed and several others injured when the troops retaliated to an Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attempt to storm the security forces (SFs) defence lines in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district on April 26, reports Sri Lanka Army. Seven soldiers were also reported killed in the clashes. The SFs later recovered the dead of one of the slain militants along with two T-56 weapons, 10 hand grenades, three radio sets and several other items.
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April - 29 
The SFs attacked an LTTE camp in the Muttlamadittakulam area of Vavuniya district and killed at least six militants while injuring four others. Separately, the troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the same area and killed four of them. One soldier was also killed while another was in
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The SFs attacked an LTTE camp in the Muttlamadittakulam area of Vavuniya district and killed at least six militants while injuring four others. Separately, the troops confronted another group of LTTE militants in the same area and killed four of them. One soldier was also killed while another was injured in the exchange of fire.
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April - 30 
The security forces (SFs) retaliated as one civilian was injured when the LTTE militants operating in deep jungles, north of Janakapura, in the Vavuniya district opened artillery fire towards a civilian settlement at Tissapura in the Padaviya area. The LTTE casualties are yet to be ascertained.
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The security forces (SFs) retaliated as one civilian was injured when the LTTE militants operating in deep jungles, north of Janakapura, in the Vavuniya district opened artillery fire towards a civilian settlement at Tissapura in the Padaviya area. The LTTE casualties are yet to be ascertained.
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May - 1 
Two Special Task Force (STF) personnel engaged in route clearing operation were killed in an Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered claymore mine explosion at Dutuwewa 17th mile post in the Kebithigollewa area of Anuradhapura district on May 1, reports Sri Lanka Army. In the subsequent re
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Two Special Task Force (STF) personnel engaged in route clearing operation were killed in an Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)-triggered claymore mine explosion at Dutuwewa 17th mile post in the Kebithigollewa area of Anuradhapura district on May 1, reports Sri Lanka Army. In the subsequent retaliatory fire, the STF personnel killed two militants while some others managed to escape. Two T-56 weapons were later recovered by the STF.
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May - 3 
The SFs clashed with several groups of LTTE militants in the Ethawatunuwewa, Kokkuthuduvai, north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas and killed four of them. Five soldiers were also killed in the incidents while three others were wounded.
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The SFs clashed with several groups of LTTE militants in the Ethawatunuwewa, Kokkuthuduvai, north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa areas and killed four of them. Five soldiers were also killed in the incidents while three others were wounded.
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May - 3 
The troops retaliated and injured an unspecified number of LTTE militants when they were fired upon by the latter in the areas ahead of Nagarkovil and Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district. Six soldiers were injured in the LTTE attack.
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The troops retaliated and injured an unspecified number of LTTE militants when they were fired upon by the latter in the areas ahead of Nagarkovil and Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district. Six soldiers were injured in the LTTE attack.
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May - 5 
10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including two area leaders, were killed and 52 others injured by the security forces when a fierce fight erupted between the two sides at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district on May 5, said military spokesman Brigadier Uday
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10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, including two area leaders, were killed and 52 others injured by the security forces when a fierce fight erupted between the two sides at the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) of Jaffna district on May 5, said military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara, according to Daily News. "A fierce battle erupted when the LTTE launched mortar fire towards the Security Forces out post at around 9.45 a.m. The Security Forces manning the Muhamalai FDL’s 53 and 55 divisions initially fired small arms backed by heavy artillery. Intercepting Tiger communication intercepts revealed that 10 LTTE cadres were killed including two area leaders while 52 others were injured," he added. The Sri Lanka Army (SLA) report adds that two soldiers were killed and 14 others sustained injuries in the LTTE attack. One soldier, meanwhile, was reported missing.
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May - 5 
The security forces (SFs) repulsed an LTTE attempt to launch an attack on the Kondampiddy Army and Navy combined security point on the Mannar coast. A small flotilla of Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats opened fire towards the SFs point manned by Army soldiers and Navy sailors. As the troop
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The security forces (SFs) repulsed an LTTE attempt to launch an attack on the Kondampiddy Army and Navy combined security point on the Mannar coast. A small flotilla of Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats opened fire towards the SFs point manned by Army soldiers and Navy sailors. As the troops opened retaliatory fire, the militants fled further towards the north east with their casualties onboard the sea craft that became targets of ground troops supported by artillery. One soldier was injured and another was reported missing during the incident.
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May - 7 
During intermittent clashes between the two sides in the areas north of Parappakandal, Kathankulam, Alankulam, Chalampaikkulam, Nedunkandal and Adampampekkulam, the security forces (SFs) killed at least 12 militants on May 7. Six soldiers sustained injuries in the clashes.
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During intermittent clashes between the two sides in the areas north of Parappakandal, Kathankulam, Alankulam, Chalampaikkulam, Nedunkandal and Adampampekkulam, the security forces (SFs) killed at least 12 militants on May 7. Six soldiers sustained injuries in the clashes.
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May - 7 
The troops repulsed several LTTE attacks and neutralised one bunker in the jungles off Janakapura. While three soldiers were injured in the clashes, the SFs recovered 264 anti-personnel mines and eight booby traps.
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The troops repulsed several LTTE attacks and neutralised one bunker in the jungles off Janakapura. While three soldiers were injured in the clashes, the SFs recovered 264 anti-personnel mines and eight booby traps.
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May - 8 
During clashes with the LTTE militants in the Vedamakilam, Alkaddivalikulam, Palampiddi, Villiyakulam and Palamoddai areas of Vavuniya district, the troops killed three militants while injuring five others.
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During clashes with the LTTE militants in the Vedamakilam, Alkaddivalikulam, Palampiddi, Villiyakulam and Palamoddai areas of Vavuniya district, the troops killed three militants while injuring five others.
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May - 18 
At least 26 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and five soldiers were killed while three soldiers sustained injuries as the troops foiled two attempts by the militants to capture security forces (SFs) defence line at Nedunkandal in the Mannar district on May 18, reports Sri Lanka Army
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At least 26 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants and five soldiers were killed while three soldiers sustained injuries as the troops foiled two attempts by the militants to capture security forces (SFs) defence line at Nedunkandal in the Mannar district on May 18, reports Sri Lanka Army. The first attack of the militants occurred at 3.00 pm which was repulsed by the troops killing 11 cadres of the outfit. Three soldiers were also injured in the attack. Again, the militants attempted to break the defence line around 5.45 pm and lost 15 of their cadres in troop’s retaliatory fire. Five soldiers were also killed while three others got injured.
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May - 18 
SFs eliminated one LTTE militant in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. One soldier was also killed while four others sustained injuries in the clashes with the militants. The troops in a retaliatory fire killed one more LTTE militant while injured two others in the same area.
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SFs eliminated one LTTE militant in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district. One soldier was also killed while four others sustained injuries in the clashes with the militants. The troops in a retaliatory fire killed one more LTTE militant while injured two others in the same area.
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May - 29 
The security forces (SFs) foiled a pre-dawn sea attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) sinking three Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats and killing at least 15 militants on May 29 (today), reported Colombo Page. A combined Army-Navy operation at the Chiraththivu islet of Jaffn
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The security forces (SFs) foiled a pre-dawn sea attack by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) sinking three Sea Tiger (the sea wing of the LTTE) boats and killing at least 15 militants on May 29 (today), reported Colombo Page. A combined Army-Navy operation at the Chiraththivu islet of Jaffna district foiled an attempt by the LTTE to infiltrate the military detachment located between the Jaffna mainland and the Mandaithivu Island from the sea. Defence reports said that the Sea Tigers launched a second attack in six boats towards the same islet from the Pooneryn area. Troops repulsed the offensive sinking three boats and heavily damaging another which sank in the shallow waters at around 2am (SLT). Meanwhile, the pro-LTTE Website Tamil Net said that 13 navy personnel were killed in the incident. It also reported that the raid was launched at 1:25am and the camp was brought under LTTE control at 2am.
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May - 31 
Three more LTTE militants were killed and four others injured by the troops during encounters in the Navathkulama, Periyamadu Kulam, Periyamadu and Mundipurippu areas of Vavuniya district.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed and four others injured by the troops during encounters in the Navathkulama, Periyamadu Kulam, Periyamadu and Mundipurippu areas of Vavuniya district.
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June - 1 
Eight LTTE militants were killed by the security forces (SFs) during encounters in the Periyamadu and Mundipurippu areas of Vavuniya district on June 1, SLA reports. Elsewhere, troops confronted four groups of militants in the Vedamakilam and Palamoddai areas and killed two of them. Two more LTTE ca
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Eight LTTE militants were killed by the security forces (SFs) during encounters in the Periyamadu and Mundipurippu areas of Vavuniya district on June 1, SLA reports. Elsewhere, troops confronted four groups of militants in the Vedamakilam and Palamoddai areas and killed two of them. Two more LTTE cadres were killed at least 20 others injured as clashes erupted between the two sides in the Kokkuthuduvai, north of Kiriibbanwewa and north of Janakapura areas. Troops also destroyed three LTTE bunkers during the clashes in the north of Kiriibbanwewa.
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