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Recovery of Arms:2008
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April - 1 
The Sri Lanka Air Force Fighter (SLAF) jets bombed and neutralised an LTTE base camp at Pyramidal in the Mullaitivu district, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force Fighter (SLAF) jets bombed and neutralised an LTTE base camp at Pyramidal in the Mullaitivu district, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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April - 10 
The troops neutralised LTTE hideouts in the jungles north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district killing or injuring three militants. Similarly, the troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the same area and subsequently recovered four hand grenades, two bags and some civil clothes.
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The troops neutralised LTTE hideouts in the jungles north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district killing or injuring three militants. Similarly, the troops ambushed a group of LTTE militants in the same area and subsequently recovered four hand grenades, two bags and some civil clothes.
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April - 10 
Vavuniya police recovered a parcel that contained one remote-controller, one antenna, one aerial circuit and two fuses.
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Vavuniya police recovered a parcel that contained one remote-controller, one antenna, one aerial circuit and two fuses.
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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 - 16 
On April 16, the troops killed six LTTE militants and injured nine others during clashes in the Andankulam, Palampiddi, Vinayakankulam, Palamoddai, Kanne Karappu and Periyakulam areas of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also killed while eight others sustained injuries in the clashes. During subse
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On April 16, the troops killed six LTTE militants and injured nine others during clashes in the Andankulam, Palampiddi, Vinayakankulam, Palamoddai, Kanne Karappu and Periyakulam areas of Vavuniya district. One soldier was also killed while eight others sustained injuries in the clashes. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered 83 anti-personnel mines (APMs) and two T-56 weapons from the areas.
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April - 17 
During a routine search conducted on vehicles in the Pethavadiya area of Puttalam district, the police seized a vehicle carrying 663 bags of explosives, each containing 150-gm and seven rolls of 35 ft-long detonator codes. Two persons aboard the vehicle were arrested.
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During a routine search conducted on vehicles in the Pethavadiya area of Puttalam district, the police seized a vehicle carrying 663 bags of explosives, each containing 150-gm and seven rolls of 35 ft-long detonator codes. Two persons aboard the vehicle were arrested.
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April - 17 
The security forces (SFs) killed five LTTE militants while injuring 47 others during clashes in the Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Andankulam areas. Nine soldiers were also wounded during the clashes. The SFs later recovered 268 APMs.
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The security forces (SFs) killed five LTTE militants while injuring 47 others during clashes in the Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Andankulam areas. Nine soldiers were also wounded during the clashes. The SFs later recovered 268 APMs.
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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 - 20 
The SFs recovered 238 APMs while deactivating eight booby traps in the area north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district.
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The SFs recovered 238 APMs while deactivating eight booby traps in the area north of Janakapura and Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district.
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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 - 21 
One the same day, the security forces (SFs) shot dead a LTTE militant who attempted to infiltrate into the cleared areas (area under Government control) in the Thiriyaya area of Trincomalee district. The SFs later recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with a T-56 weapon and 31 rounds o
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One the same day, the security forces (SFs) shot dead a LTTE militant who attempted to infiltrate into the cleared areas (area under Government control) in the Thiriyaya area of Trincomalee district. The SFs later recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with a T-56 weapon and 31 rounds of live ammunition.
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April - 22 
Clashes were reported from the Palampiddi, Maruthamadu, Pinnawalayankulam and Umayarasawarankulam areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts in which one LTTE militant was killed while two others were injured. The troops also recovered two claymore mines of 2.5-kg each, 10 hand grenades, 400 T -56 ammun
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Clashes were reported from the Palampiddi, Maruthamadu, Pinnawalayankulam and Umayarasawarankulam areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts in which one LTTE militant was killed while two others were injured. The troops also recovered two claymore mines of 2.5-kg each, 10 hand grenades, 400 T -56 ammunition and 36 APMs.
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April - 22 
On April 22, the SFs killed six LTTE militants at different places in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district. Over 20 militants and five soldiers were injured in these clashes. In the subsequent search operations, the troops recovered 328 anti-personnel mines (APMs), 15 booby traps and four hand gren
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On April 22, the SFs killed six LTTE militants at different places in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district. Over 20 militants and five soldiers were injured in these clashes. In the subsequent search operations, the troops recovered 328 anti-personnel mines (APMs), 15 booby traps and four hand grenades.
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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 
Clashes were reported from the Palampiddi, Maruthamadu, Pinnawalayankulam and Umayarasawarankulam areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts in which one LTTE militant was killed while two others were injured. The troops also recovered two claymore mines of 2.5-kg each, 10 hand grenades, 400 T -56 ammun
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Clashes were reported from the Palampiddi, Maruthamadu, Pinnawalayankulam and Umayarasawarankulam areas of Vavuniya and Mannar districts in which one LTTE militant was killed while two others were injured. The troops also recovered two claymore mines of 2.5-kg each, 10 hand grenades, 400 T -56 ammunition and 36 APMs.
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April - 23 
The SFs during a search conducted on a house in the Karuwalagaswewa area of Puttalam recovered one claymore mine, one shot gun with 45 ammunition, one 2-m-long detonator code, 10-m of flexible wire, one electric detonator code, one sword and one sabre.
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The SFs during a search conducted on a house in the Karuwalagaswewa area of Puttalam recovered one claymore mine, one shot gun with 45 ammunition, one 2-m-long detonator code, 10-m of flexible wire, one electric detonator code, one sword and one sabre.
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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 - 25 
At least 19 LTTE militants were killed and several others wounded when the troops attacked several LTTE hideouts and captured their trench lines at different places in Mannar and Vavuniya districts on April 25. Four soldiers were also reported injured in the clashes. Troops after conducting several
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At least 19 LTTE militants were killed and several others wounded when the troops attacked several LTTE hideouts and captured their trench lines at different places in Mannar and Vavuniya districts on April 25. Four soldiers were also reported injured in the clashes. Troops after conducting several operations in captured areas recovered 191 anti personnel mines, 10 booby traps, 10 hand grenades, one T-56 weapon, one magazine and 20 live ammunitions.
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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 - 27 
At least 25 militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured when clashes erupted between the troops and the LTTE militants at several places in the Vavuniya and Mannar districts. While 11 soldiers were reported wounded in the clashes, the troops also recovered 118 anti-personnel mine
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At least 25 militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured when clashes erupted between the troops and the LTTE militants at several places in the Vavuniya and Mannar districts. While 11 soldiers were reported wounded in the clashes, the troops also recovered 118 anti-personnel mines (APMs), 12 hand grenades, three T-56 magazines, seven arul bombs and eight booby traps.
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April - 27 
The troops attacked a group of LTTE militants in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district and killed three of them while recovering seven booby traps and 22 APMs. Also, the LTTE launched an artillery attack in the civilian area of Kiriibbanwewa without causing any damages to life or prop
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The troops attacked a group of LTTE militants in the area north of Kiriibbanwewa in Vavuniya district and killed three of them while recovering seven booby traps and 22 APMs. Also, the LTTE launched an artillery attack in the civilian area of Kiriibbanwewa without causing any damages to life or property.
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April - 28 
The police recovered a powerful bomb from the central bus stand at Galgamuwa area in the Kurunegala district.
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The police recovered a powerful bomb from the central bus stand at Galgamuwa area in the Kurunegala district.
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April - 28 
The security forces killed five militants in the area north of Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Andankulam in the Vavuniya district area and recovered a large number of anti-personnel mines and improvised explosive devices. 12 soldiers were injured in these clashes.
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The security forces killed five militants in the area north of Janakapura, Kiriibbanwewa and Andankulam in the Vavuniya district area and recovered a large number of anti-personnel mines and improvised explosive devices. 12 soldiers were injured in these clashes.
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April - 28 
The SFs recovered 308000 live T-56 ammunition rounds along with 528 rounds of mortar bombs buried in the Narakamulla area of Batticaloa district.
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The SFs recovered 308000 live T-56 ammunition rounds along with 528 rounds of mortar bombs buried in the Narakamulla area of Batticaloa district.
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April - 29 
The Bandaragama Police recovered 10 gelignite slabs, two-kgs of ammonium nitrate, 400-grams of explosive powder, four detonators, one flexible wire roll, five-kgs of iron nuts and bolts and three-kgs of iron nails from the Veedagama area of Kalutara district.
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The Bandaragama Police recovered 10 gelignite slabs, two-kgs of ammonium nitrate, 400-grams of explosive powder, four detonators, one flexible wire roll, five-kgs of iron nuts and bolts and three-kgs of iron nails from the Veedagama area of Kalutara district.
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April - 29 
Troops shot dead two LTTE militants ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district when both of them were trying to infiltrate cleared areas (area under Government control) through one end of the FDL. Similarly, soldiers killed another militant in the Chinnavalayankaddu area an
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Troops shot dead two LTTE militants ahead of the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district when both of them were trying to infiltrate cleared areas (area under Government control) through one end of the FDL. Similarly, soldiers killed another militant in the Chinnavalayankaddu area and later recovered 25 anti-personnel mines.
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April - 30 
Colombo Page reports that the SFs arrested a local United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) worker at a road block in Vavuniya for carrying a micro pistol with him, the Defence Ministry said. The suspect, Thiagaraja Prabhakaran, a resident of Batticaloa attached to the UNDP office at Kilinochchi
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Colombo Page reports that the SFs arrested a local United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) worker at a road block in Vavuniya for carrying a micro pistol with him, the Defence Ministry said. The suspect, Thiagaraja Prabhakaran, a resident of Batticaloa attached to the UNDP office at Kilinochchi was on his way to Batticaloa from Kilinochchi when troops detained him at the Irattaperiyakulam road block. Under interrogation, the suspect had confessed to carrying the small weapon for someone else in the eastern district of Batticaloa, in return for cash.
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April - 4 
In the same area, the security forces (SFs) confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed one militant while others managed to escape. The SFs later recovered one T-56 weapon, three T-56 magazines and one harness kit from the possession of the slain militant who had a cyanide capsule around his ne
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In the same area, the security forces (SFs) confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed one militant while others managed to escape. The SFs later recovered one T-56 weapon, three T-56 magazines and one harness kit from the possession of the slain militant who had a cyanide capsule around his neck.
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April - 5 
The troops clashed with several groups of LTTE militants in the areas north of Kiriibbanwewa and Janakapura in the Vavuniya district and killed at least 14 militants while injuring several others on April 5. Four soldiers were injured in these clashes. During subsequent search operations, the troops
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The troops clashed with several groups of LTTE militants in the areas north of Kiriibbanwewa and Janakapura in the Vavuniya district and killed at least 14 militants while injuring several others on April 5. Four soldiers were injured in these clashes. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered one T-56 assault rifle, one T-56 magazine, one radio set, 20 anti personnel mines, one LTTE uniform and six Arul-type bombs.
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April - 7 
Four LTTE militants were killed by the troops in an ambush in the Palampiddi area of Mannar district on April 7. Two T-56 weapons, one hand grenade, one Icom radio set and a few other warlike items were recovered by the troops.
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Four LTTE militants were killed by the troops in an ambush in the Palampiddi area of Mannar district on April 7. Two T-56 weapons, one hand grenade, one Icom radio set and a few other warlike items were recovered by the troops.
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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 - 8 
At Janakapura, the troops captured one LTTE bunker and killed two militants. One soldier was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion during the operation. The SFs later recovered 76 anti-personnel mines and two used IEDs from the incident site.
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At Janakapura, the troops captured one LTTE bunker and killed two militants. One soldier was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion during the operation. The SFs later recovered 76 anti-personnel mines and two used IEDs from the incident site.
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April - 8 
Four more LTTE militants were injured when the troops attacked an LTTE hideout in the same area. The troops later recovered 16 improvised plastic hand grenades and 50 rounds of ammunition from the incident site.
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Four more LTTE militants were injured when the troops attacked an LTTE hideout in the same area. The troops later recovered 16 improvised plastic hand grenades and 50 rounds of ammunition from the incident site.
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April - 9 
Police recovered a large stock of TNT explosives from Nilagammana in the Kandy district, Colombo Page reports. Approximately 110 pounds of TNT explosive slabs were found on information obtained from an LTTE militant arrested recently who swallowed a cyanide capsule following the arrest. The militant
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Police recovered a large stock of TNT explosives from Nilagammana in the Kandy district, Colombo Page reports. Approximately 110 pounds of TNT explosive slabs were found on information obtained from an LTTE militant arrested recently who swallowed a cyanide capsule following the arrest. The militant is presently undergoing treatment at the Peradeniya hospital.
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April - 9 
The SFs arrested an LTTE militant along with a hand grenade from Vavuniya town on April 9.
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The SFs arrested an LTTE militant along with a hand grenade from Vavuniya town on April 9.
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April - 9 
The troops captured a major LTTE camp consisting of six underground bunkers with overhead protection, in the Kokkuthuduvai area, injuring at least five militants. The huge underground base where over 60 persons could be accommodated at a time has been connected to another area with the support of a
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The troops captured a major LTTE camp consisting of six underground bunkers with overhead protection, in the Kokkuthuduvai area, injuring at least five militants. The huge underground base where over 60 persons could be accommodated at a time has been connected to another area with the support of a 15 feet long tunnel. The troops later recovered two claymore mines, three mortar bombs, four water cans, 30 ration containers, 12 milk powder packets and some personal belongings of the militants. It is believed that militants were using this base as a operating point before they directed attacks on the troops.
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April - 9 
The troops recovered six T-56 weapons, four pouches, 12 T-56 magazines and 360 rounds of T-56 ammunition from the Manirasakulam area of Trincomalee district.
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The troops recovered six T-56 weapons, four pouches, 12 T-56 magazines and 360 rounds of T-56 ammunition from the Manirasakulam area of Trincomalee district.
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August - 1 
One Rocket Propeller Gun (RPG) round, two claymore mines of 3.5-kg each, one T-56 magazine, 50 T-56 live rounds, two hand grenades, one LTTE pouch, two RPG chargers and three black overalls were recovered by the police from Uppuveli in Trincomalee district.
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One Rocket Propeller Gun (RPG) round, two claymore mines of 3.5-kg each, one T-56 magazine, 50 T-56 live rounds, two hand grenades, one LTTE pouch, two RPG chargers and three black overalls were recovered by the police from Uppuveli in Trincomalee district.
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August - 1 
The SFs also recovered 12 APMs and 100 live rounds of T-56 ammunition from Dangeliyadda in Batticaloa district.
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The SFs also recovered 12 APMs and 100 live rounds of T-56 ammunition from Dangeliyadda in Batticaloa district.
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The LTTE militants fired at a team of Special Task Force (STF) personnel on a search operation in the Nevigal Aru area of Ampara district on August 1. The STF personnel retaliated and later on August 2 recovered the dead body of a militant along with war-like items from the area. Two STF personnel s
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The LTTE militants fired at a team of Special Task Force (STF) personnel on a search operation in the Nevigal Aru area of Ampara district on August 1. The STF personnel retaliated and later on August 2 recovered the dead body of a militant along with war-like items from the area. Two STF personnel sustained injuries in the incident.
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August - 10 
At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 13 others injured by the security forces (SFs) as fierce gun battle ensued between the two sides in the area south of Nayaru lagoon in Mullaitivu district on August 10, reports Sri Lanka Army. During subsequent search oper
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At least 15 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and 13 others injured by the security forces (SFs) as fierce gun battle ensued between the two sides in the area south of Nayaru lagoon in Mullaitivu district on August 10, reports Sri Lanka Army. During subsequent search operations, the SFs recovered the dead bodies of seven militants, including four of the Imran Pandiyan Group and three of the Sea Tigers (cadres of the sea wing of the LTTE), along with one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG), one Rocket Propeller Gun (RPG), five T-56 assault rifles, two radio sets. Two soldiers sustained injuries in the incident.
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August - 10 
Eight LTTE cadres were killed as the security forces (SFs) captured an LTTE bunker complex with trenches that intercommoned each bunker in the area north of Navvi in Vavuniya district on August 10. While two soldiers were injured in the fighting, the SFs recovered three hand grenades and 250 rounds
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Eight LTTE cadres were killed as the security forces (SFs) captured an LTTE bunker complex with trenches that intercommoned each bunker in the area north of Navvi in Vavuniya district on August 10. While two soldiers were injured in the fighting, the SFs recovered three hand grenades and 250 rounds of ammunition from the area.
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August - 10 
The Special Task Force personnel recovered a landmine weighing 15-kilograms, 119000 T-56 cartridges, 70 mortar shells, 216 chargers for 82-mm mortar shells, 72 mortar cartridges, 69 mortar safety fuses, 200 M16 cartridges and 22 T-82 hand grenades from several locations in the Batticaloa district.
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The Special Task Force personnel recovered a landmine weighing 15-kilograms, 119000 T-56 cartridges, 70 mortar shells, 216 chargers for 82-mm mortar shells, 72 mortar cartridges, 69 mortar safety fuses, 200 M16 cartridges and 22 T-82 hand grenades from several locations in the Batticaloa district.
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August - 11 
Further, one 81-mm mortar position of the LTTE was captured by the troops in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Further, one 81-mm mortar position of the LTTE was captured by the troops in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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August - 11 
One LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Kaththankudy area of Batticaloa district. The SFs later recovered one pistol, one magazine, the motorbike and seven rounds on ammunition from his possession.
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One LTTE militant was killed by the troops in the Kaththankudy area of Batticaloa district. The SFs later recovered one pistol, one magazine, the motorbike and seven rounds on ammunition from his possession.
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August - 11 
Troops recovered one 40-mm grenade launcher, three 40-mm grenades, two claymore mines, 86 rounds of ammunition, eight anti-personnel mines, one radio set, three magazines, 12 water bottles and five LTTE packs from the Thoppigala area of Batticaloa district.
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Troops recovered one 40-mm grenade launcher, three 40-mm grenades, two claymore mines, 86 rounds of ammunition, eight anti-personnel mines, one radio set, three magazines, 12 water bottles and five LTTE packs from the Thoppigala area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 12 
Separately, two soldiers engaged in search and clear operations in the newly captured areas of Adanipankulam, Kalekuda, Illuppukadavai north, Parappakandattan and Irakkandi were killed in the explosion of a booby trap. 24 anti-personnel mines (APM), four booby traps, one pressure mine and two gelign
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Separately, two soldiers engaged in search and clear operations in the newly captured areas of Adanipankulam, Kalekuda, Illuppukadavai north, Parappakandattan and Irakkandi were killed in the explosion of a booby trap. 24 anti-personnel mines (APM), four booby traps, one pressure mine and two gelignite chargers were recovered from theses areas.
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August - 12 
The Special Task Force personnel recovered one radio set, one antenna and two APMs from the Batticaloa district.
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The Special Task Force personnel recovered one radio set, one antenna and two APMs from the Batticaloa district.
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August - 14 
A combined patrol team of the Special Task Force (STF) and Police personnel recovered one 10.8-kgs heavy claymore mine, one T-56 assault rifle, one magazine, 29 T-56 rounds, three detonators and four 9-V batteries along the Damana road, near 55 km post in the Ampara district.
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A combined patrol team of the Special Task Force (STF) and Police personnel recovered one 10.8-kgs heavy claymore mine, one T-56 assault rifle, one magazine, 29 T-56 rounds, three detonators and four 9-V batteries along the Damana road, near 55 km post in the Ampara district.
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August - 14 
In the encounter at Palamoddai, the security forces (SFs) captured four bunkers and one 81-mm mortar point killing nine militants while injuring 10 others. The SFs later recovered five hand grenades, 300 T-56 ammunition rounds and several tools used for earth-digging from the area. In a separate inc
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In the encounter at Palamoddai, the security forces (SFs) captured four bunkers and one 81-mm mortar point killing nine militants while injuring 10 others. The SFs later recovered five hand grenades, 300 T-56 ammunition rounds and several tools used for earth-digging from the area. In a separate incident in the same area, the troops killed one militant and also recovered four hand grenades and two pouches from the Palamoddai area.
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August - 14 
Special Task Force personnel recovered one T-56 assault rifle, five magazines, 150 ammunition rounds, one power loom machine, one compass, one belt order, forty three 1.45-v batteries and one 9-v battery from the Palukamam area of Batticaloa district.
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Special Task Force personnel recovered one T-56 assault rifle, five magazines, 150 ammunition rounds, one power loom machine, one compass, one belt order, forty three 1.45-v batteries and one 9-v battery from the Palukamam area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 15 
Meanwhile, naval troops recovered one claymore mine of 8.5-kgs, 17 gelignite chargers, 13-m of service cord and nine non-electrical detonators from the Irrakkandi area in Trincomalee district.
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Meanwhile, naval troops recovered one claymore mine of 8.5-kgs, 17 gelignite chargers, 13-m of service cord and nine non-electrical detonators from the Irrakkandi area in Trincomalee district.
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August - 16 
Daily News reports that Police on August 16 arrested four key LTTE suspects wanted in connection with 13 bomb blasts in the hill country area, including Kandy and Matale. They were arrested from Matale, Rathwatta and Elkaduwa. In addition, Police also arrested six LTTE suspects in Rathwatta several
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Daily News reports that Police on August 16 arrested four key LTTE suspects wanted in connection with 13 bomb blasts in the hill country area, including Kandy and Matale. They were arrested from Matale, Rathwatta and Elkaduwa. In addition, Police also arrested six LTTE suspects in Rathwatta several days ago along with 13-kg of high explosives, 30 detonators, 11 feet long detonator codes and cyanide capsules. Investigations revealed that these suspects are linked to 13 blasts in Kandy and suburbs, including the explosions of buses in Dambulla, Digampatha and Polgolla. These suspects had also attempted to assassinate Government Defence spokesman Minister Keheliya Rambukwella.
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August - 16 
SFs opened fire towards a group of LTTE militants moving in the area south of Thunukkai killing one of them and injuring three others. Troops later recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with his T-56 weapon.
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SFs opened fire towards a group of LTTE militants moving in the area south of Thunukkai killing one of them and injuring three others. Troops later recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with his T-56 weapon.
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August - 16 
SFs recovered one claymore mine of about 15-kg with a remote controller unit and some accessories from the jungle area near the Kuda Bulankulama tank in Anuradhapura district.
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SFs recovered one claymore mine of about 15-kg with a remote controller unit and some accessories from the jungle area near the Kuda Bulankulama tank in Anuradhapura district.
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August - 17 
SFs recovered 629 APMs, 31 improvised explosive devices (IEDs), one pressure mine, one IED, one wire roll, one field dressing, food items, water cans and some LTTE personnel belongings from the areas north of Janakapura and Abimanpura.
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SFs recovered 629 APMs, 31 improvised explosive devices (IEDs), one pressure mine, one IED, one wire roll, one field dressing, food items, water cans and some LTTE personnel belongings from the areas north of Janakapura and Abimanpura.
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August - 17 
The Kanniya Police recovered found two T-56 magazines, 44 rounds of ammunition and two pouches from the Kalarappu area in Trincomalee district.
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The Kanniya Police recovered found two T-56 magazines, 44 rounds of ammunition and two pouches from the Kalarappu area in Trincomalee district.
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August - 2 
Police recovered 400-g of TNT high explosive hidden inside a pair of ladies’ shoes, a kilogram of the same explosive laden inside a tin container, two LTTE camouflage uniforms and one box of ammunition buried under soil in a jungle area on the beach in the Karukkupane area of Colombo district.
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Police recovered 400-g of TNT high explosive hidden inside a pair of ladies’ shoes, a kilogram of the same explosive laden inside a tin container, two LTTE camouflage uniforms and one box of ammunition buried under soil in a jungle area on the beach in the Karukkupane area of Colombo district.
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August - 22 
Also, accessories needed to prepare suicide jackets were recovered by the SFs from the inside of St. Philip Neri's Catholic Church in Colombo Fort. The SFs recovered a bag laden with 11 MR type switches, 11 PT type switches, one PR type switch, five remote antennas and one bag of garments.
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Also, accessories needed to prepare suicide jackets were recovered by the SFs from the inside of St. Philip Neri's Catholic Church in Colombo Fort. The SFs recovered a bag laden with 11 MR type switches, 11 PT type switches, one PR type switch, five remote antennas and one bag of garments.
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August - 22 
Police recovered eight gelignite sticks mixed with C-4 explosives, two detonators and 138-kg of steel from the Balagolla area of Kandy district on August 22.
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Police recovered eight gelignite sticks mixed with C-4 explosives, two detonators and 138-kg of steel from the Balagolla area of Kandy district on August 22.
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August - 25 
Also, three gelignite chargers each weighing 700 grams, two safety fuses and four non electrical detonators were recovered form the Irrakkandi area of Trincomalee district.
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Also, three gelignite chargers each weighing 700 grams, two safety fuses and four non electrical detonators were recovered form the Irrakkandi area of Trincomalee district.
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August - 25 
Special Task Force (STF) personnel recovered one T-56 weapon, 114 T-56 ammunition rounds, two magazines, one micro pistol, three micro pistol ammunition rounds and one weapon sling from the Kurukulmadu area of Batticaloa district.
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Special Task Force (STF) personnel recovered one T-56 weapon, 114 T-56 ammunition rounds, two magazines, one micro pistol, three micro pistol ammunition rounds and one weapon sling from the Kurukulmadu area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 25 
The STF also recovered one anti- personnel mine, one Global Positioning System, one LTTE uniform, one harness pack and one walkman set from the north of Kumbukkanoya in Ampara district.
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The STF also recovered one anti- personnel mine, one Global Positioning System, one LTTE uniform, one harness pack and one walkman set from the north of Kumbukkanoya in Ampara district.
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August - 26 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) using a small aircraft dropped two improvised bombs on Trincomalee naval base on August 26-night, reported Colombo Page quoting defence sources. The Defence Ministry said the LTTE launched the air raid on the naval camp at about 9:15 pm (SLST). The Ministr
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) using a small aircraft dropped two improvised bombs on Trincomalee naval base on August 26-night, reported Colombo Page quoting defence sources. The Defence Ministry said the LTTE launched the air raid on the naval camp at about 9:15 pm (SLST). The Ministry citing naval sources said the Sri Lankan Air Force detected the approaching LTTE aircraft around 9 pm and alarmed the Navy base. Naval troops then fired at the aircraft which forced the aircraft to flee without being able to enter into the naval dockyard. Naval sources confirming the attack on the Trincomalee Navy base said the raid caused minor damages and added that one bomb out of the two dropped failed to explode. Four sailors were injured in the attack. Meanwhile, the pro-LTTE website Tamil Net claimed that 11 sailors were injured in the incident.
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August - 26 
The SFs recovered a claymore mine from the Thunadi area of Batticaloa district.
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The SFs recovered a claymore mine from the Thunadi area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 27 
Further, the troops recovered 10 chargers containing 700-gram gelignite, five non-electric detonators, four ft safety fuse, one T-56 weapon, one magazine, 30 rounds of ammunition and portable radio set from the Gandhinagar, Kangankungu and Irankulam areas of Trincomalee district.
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Further, the troops recovered 10 chargers containing 700-gram gelignite, five non-electric detonators, four ft safety fuse, one T-56 weapon, one magazine, 30 rounds of ammunition and portable radio set from the Gandhinagar, Kangankungu and Irankulam areas of Trincomalee district.
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August - 27 
On August 27, two LTTE cadres were killed and their bodies found subsequently by the SFs at Vellankulam in the Trincomalee district on August 27. The slain militants were identified as Viniden, the Trincomalee North area leader, and Kanthan. Two T-56 assault riffles were recovered from the incident
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On August 27, two LTTE cadres were killed and their bodies found subsequently by the SFs at Vellankulam in the Trincomalee district on August 27. The slain militants were identified as Viniden, the Trincomalee North area leader, and Kanthan. Two T-56 assault riffles were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 27 
SFs recovered two hand grenades and one 5-kg heavy claymore mine from the Kaththankudy area in Batticaloa district.
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SFs recovered two hand grenades and one 5-kg heavy claymore mine from the Kaththankudy area in Batticaloa district.
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August - 27 
Troops advancing further towards north of Chettukulam in the Mannar district captured another LTTE stronghold, killing at least five militants. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered seven T-56 weapons from the incident site.
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Troops advancing further towards north of Chettukulam in the Mannar district captured another LTTE stronghold, killing at least five militants. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered seven T-56 weapons from the incident site.
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August - 28 
Police recovered a 2.5-kg heavy claymore mine, one detonator and a wire roll of 69 ft from the Thorankadu junction, close to Narasinghe Hindu Kovil (Temple) in the Uppuveli Police Division of Trincomalee district.
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Police recovered a 2.5-kg heavy claymore mine, one detonator and a wire roll of 69 ft from the Thorankadu junction, close to Narasinghe Hindu Kovil (Temple) in the Uppuveli Police Division of Trincomalee district.
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August - 3 
The SFs recovered parts of a T-56 weapon, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) barrel, one pressure mine, 2100 rounds of ammunition, six Rocket Propeller Gun rounds, two 60-mm mortar bombs, one claymore mine of 1.5 kg, two MPMG links and one 90 V car battery at Vameivattavan in the Nakarai area of B
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The SFs recovered parts of a T-56 weapon, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) barrel, one pressure mine, 2100 rounds of ammunition, six Rocket Propeller Gun rounds, two 60-mm mortar bombs, one claymore mine of 1.5 kg, two MPMG links and one 90 V car battery at Vameivattavan in the Nakarai area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 30 
Also, one militant was killed when the SFs opened fire towards a group of LTTE militants at Konketiyawa, an area about three kilometres interior from the Bogahahandiya-Welioya road, and subsequently recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with one T-56 weapon and three pouches from the i
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Also, one militant was killed when the SFs opened fire towards a group of LTTE militants at Konketiyawa, an area about three kilometres interior from the Bogahahandiya-Welioya road, and subsequently recovered the dead body of the slain militant along with one T-56 weapon and three pouches from the incident site.
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August - 31 
The troops confronted a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants at Konketiyawa in the Padaviya area of Vavuniya district and subsequently recovered the dead bodies of 10 slain militants on August 31, reports Sri Lanka Army. The troops also recovered seven T-56 weapons, one Multi P
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The troops confronted a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants at Konketiyawa in the Padaviya area of Vavuniya district and subsequently recovered the dead bodies of 10 slain militants on August 31, reports Sri Lanka Army. The troops also recovered seven T-56 weapons, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG), three MPMG links and 300 rounds of ammunition used for MPMGs, 20 rounds of ammunition used for FNC weapons, three kilograms of high explosives, four claymore mines, 20 electric detonators, 200 rounds of 9-mm pistol, two hand grenades, six anti-personnel mines, 25-m detonator code and five improvised explosive devices.
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August - 4 
The security forces recovered the dead body of a militant along with three hand grenades and an LTTE dog tag from the Arali area in Jaffna district.
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The security forces recovered the dead body of a militant along with three hand grenades and an LTTE dog tag from the Arali area in Jaffna district.
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August - 6 
Police recovered 15 APMs from an abandoned LTTE camp at Sampoor in the Trincomalee district.
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Police recovered 15 APMs from an abandoned LTTE camp at Sampoor in the Trincomalee district.
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August - 6 
The SFs also recovered one abandoned hand grenade from the Madukanda area of Polonnaruwa district.
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The SFs also recovered one abandoned hand grenade from the Madukanda area of Polonnaruwa district.
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August - 7 
The SLAF ground troops conducting clearing operations in the Peraru area, north of Trincomalee, recovered a stash of newly buried ammunition and explosives, including three claymore mines, 4500 ammo for T-56 riffles, 10 anti-personnel mines, 102 electrical detonators, three-kg of C-4 high explosives
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The SLAF ground troops conducting clearing operations in the Peraru area, north of Trincomalee, recovered a stash of newly buried ammunition and explosives, including three claymore mines, 4500 ammo for T-56 riffles, 10 anti-personnel mines, 102 electrical detonators, three-kg of C-4 high explosives and 350 pistol ammunition.
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August - 7 
Troops captured four trenches and one LTTE bunker in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district. Similarly, troops captured two LTTE bunkers in the Palamoddai area and recovered two hand grenades and three magazines.
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Troops captured four trenches and one LTTE bunker in the area north of Janakapura in Vavuniya district. Similarly, troops captured two LTTE bunkers in the Palamoddai area and recovered two hand grenades and three magazines.
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August - 8 
A day earlier, two LTTE cadres lobbed hand grenades and simultaneously opened fire towards troops in the Nellukkulam area of the same district, SLA reported. In retaliatory action, troops killed one of them while the other managed to escape. One hand grenade and a motorbike were recovered from the i
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A day earlier, two LTTE cadres lobbed hand grenades and simultaneously opened fire towards troops in the Nellukkulam area of the same district, SLA reported. In retaliatory action, troops killed one of them while the other managed to escape. One hand grenade and a motorbike were recovered from the incident site.
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August - 8 
Special Task Force recovered one 15-kg landmine, 22 hand grenades, 19500 T-56 ammunition rounds, 200 M-16 ammunition rounds, seventeen 82-mm mortar rounds, 216 chargers and 69 safety fuses in the Pavakkudichenai area of Batticaloa district.
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Special Task Force recovered one 15-kg landmine, 22 hand grenades, 19500 T-56 ammunition rounds, 200 M-16 ammunition rounds, seventeen 82-mm mortar rounds, 216 chargers and 69 safety fuses in the Pavakkudichenai area of Batticaloa district.
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August - 8 
Troops also recovered three explosive cans each weighing 5-kgs along with 1000 iron balls and a length of detonator codes from the Kaluwankerni area.
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Troops also recovered three explosive cans each weighing 5-kgs along with 1000 iron balls and a length of detonator codes from the Kaluwankerni area.
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August - 8 
Troops recovered two T-56 weapons and two magazines with 40 ammunition, hidden under a bush, from the Irupalai area.
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Troops recovered two T-56 weapons and two magazines with 40 ammunition, hidden under a bush, from the Irupalai area.
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August - 9 
During separate clashes between the two sides in the Palamoddai, Nadunkulam and Navathkulama areas of Vavuniya district, the troops killed 16 militants and injured 10 others on August 9. One soldier sustained injuries during these clashes and the troops recovered the dead bodies of two militants alo
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During separate clashes between the two sides in the Palamoddai, Nadunkulam and Navathkulama areas of Vavuniya district, the troops killed 16 militants and injured 10 others on August 9. One soldier sustained injuries during these clashes and the troops recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with two T-56 assault rifles, four hand grenades and 250 T-56 ammunition rounds.
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December - 1 
Padaviya police found a bag packed with arms and ammunition in thick jungle at Kuda Athimale. According to the Police, the bag contained 10 hand grenades, seven side charge bombs, nine pressure mines, 46 T-56 cartridges, three LTTE uniforms and medical and food items.
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Padaviya police found a bag packed with arms and ammunition in thick jungle at Kuda Athimale. According to the Police, the bag contained 10 hand grenades, seven side charge bombs, nine pressure mines, 46 T-56 cartridges, three LTTE uniforms and medical and food items.
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December - 1 
SFs on December 1 attacked a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) group in the Bogoda area of Thanthirimale bordering the Wilpattu forest reserve, according to Defense.lk. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered the dead body of a militant, along with a T-56 riffle, four magazin
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SFs on December 1 attacked a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) group in the Bogoda area of Thanthirimale bordering the Wilpattu forest reserve, according to Defense.lk. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered the dead body of a militant, along with a T-56 riffle, four magazines and a belt order.
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December - 10 
Elsewhere, troops conducted search and clear operations in the Mantuvil, Chunnalai and Karaweddi areas and recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with two T-56 weapons with magazines, 27 rounds used in anti-aircraft guns, four remote control units, one claymore mine, one battery pack, two
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Elsewhere, troops conducted search and clear operations in the Mantuvil, Chunnalai and Karaweddi areas and recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with two T-56 weapons with magazines, 27 rounds used in anti-aircraft guns, four remote control units, one claymore mine, one battery pack, two receivers, five detonators, one 9V battery, field dressings and some food items.
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December - 10 
Further, 59 Division troops expanded their defence line in the Kumulamunai area of Vavuniya District further and recovered the dead body of one female cadre along with one T-56 weapon.
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Further, 59 Division troops expanded their defence line in the Kumulamunai area of Vavuniya District further and recovered the dead body of one female cadre along with one T-56 weapon.
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December - 10 
SFs at the Omanthai roadblock in the Vavuniya District recovered 700 grams of C-4 explosives concealed in the soles of two pairs of slippers in possession of an elderly civilian seeking entrance to Vavuniya. The suspect, according to information he has submitted to the soldiers at the roadblock, was
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SFs at the Omanthai roadblock in the Vavuniya District recovered 700 grams of C-4 explosives concealed in the soles of two pairs of slippers in possession of an elderly civilian seeking entrance to Vavuniya. The suspect, according to information he has submitted to the soldiers at the roadblock, was on his way to Vavuniya hospital to get medical treatment. Two detonators and one timer were also recovered from his possession.
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December - 13 
Troops attacked LTTE camps in the Olumaduwai east, Mallavarayankaddumurippu, Ampakamam and Kumulamunai in Mullaitivu District and killed an unspecified number of militants. Several soldiers sustained injuries during these clashes. The Security Forces (SFs) later recovered a LTTE suicide boat, one T-
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Troops attacked LTTE camps in the Olumaduwai east, Mallavarayankaddumurippu, Ampakamam and Kumulamunai in Mullaitivu District and killed an unspecified number of militants. Several soldiers sustained injuries during these clashes. The Security Forces (SFs) later recovered a LTTE suicide boat, one T-56 weapon, one trap gun and one combat kit from the Kumulamunai area.
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December - 14 
Naval troops in the Irrakkandi area recovered 1.25 kilogram of gelignite, five electric detonators and 18 inches long safety fuse.
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Naval troops in the Irrakkandi area recovered 1.25 kilogram of gelignite, five electric detonators and 18 inches long safety fuse.
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December - 14 
On December 14, troops of 59 Division advancing in the Kumulamunai area of Mullaitivu District clashed with the LTTE militants killing an unspecified number of them. During a subsequent search operation, the Security Forces (SFs) recovered dead bodies of four militants, including one female cadre, a
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On December 14, troops of 59 Division advancing in the Kumulamunai area of Mullaitivu District clashed with the LTTE militants killing an unspecified number of them. During a subsequent search operation, the Security Forces (SFs) recovered dead bodies of four militants, including one female cadre, along with four T-56 weapons and six hand grenades.
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December - 14 
Security Forces (SFs) killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants during an encounter in the Kanchkudichchiaru jungles of Ampara District on December 14, reports Daily News. During a subsequent search operation, SFs recovered the dead bodies of two LTTE militants, two T-56 weapons,
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Security Forces (SFs) killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants during an encounter in the Kanchkudichchiaru jungles of Ampara District on December 14, reports Daily News. During a subsequent search operation, SFs recovered the dead bodies of two LTTE militants, two T-56 weapons, three magazines, two grenade launchers, two 60-mm mortar launchers, twenty-four 60-mm mortar shells, five detonator boxes, 381 anti-personnel mines, one detonator code, 14 boxes of ammunition, two RPG shells and one pouch.
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December - 15 
On December 15, the troops of the 57 Division and the Task Force I attacked LTTE camps in the Adampan, Iranamadu and Nivil areas of Kilinochchi District and the 59 Division troops operating in Mullaitivu expanded their Kumulamunai defence line killing an unspecified number of militants. During subse
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On December 15, the troops of the 57 Division and the Task Force I attacked LTTE camps in the Adampan, Iranamadu and Nivil areas of Kilinochchi District and the 59 Division troops operating in Mullaitivu expanded their Kumulamunai defence line killing an unspecified number of militants. During subsequent search operations, troops recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with two T-56 weapons, with magazines, and one hand-held communication set.
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December - 15 
Security Forces recovered one T-56 weapon, two magazines, 56 rounds of T-56 ammunition and one hand grenade at Sitthandy and Iyankerny in the Eravur area of Batticaloa District.
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Security Forces recovered one T-56 weapon, two magazines, 56 rounds of T-56 ammunition and one hand grenade at Sitthandy and Iyankerny in the Eravur area of Batticaloa District.
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December - 15 
Two claymore mines of 6.75 kilogram each were recovered by Police from Ragama in Colombo District.
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Two claymore mines of 6.75 kilogram each were recovered by Police from Ragama in Colombo District.
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December - 16 
On the same day, troops clashed with militants in the Ampakamam area of Mullaitivu District and later recovered dead bodies of five militants, including three women cadres, along with one Multi Purpose Machine Gun and three T-56 weapons.
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On the same day, troops clashed with militants in the Ampakamam area of Mullaitivu District and later recovered dead bodies of five militants, including three women cadres, along with one Multi Purpose Machine Gun and three T-56 weapons.
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15 dead bodies of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were recovered along with a cache of arms and ammunition from the Chorikenkulam area, about seven kilometres to the west of the Jaffna-Kandy (A-9) highway, in Kilinochchi District on December 17, reports Sri Lanka Army. As reported
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15 dead bodies of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were recovered along with a cache of arms and ammunition from the Chorikenkulam area, about seven kilometres to the west of the Jaffna-Kandy (A-9) highway, in Kilinochchi District on December 17, reports Sri Lanka Army. As reported earlier, the troops had captured Chorikenkulam village on December 16.
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December - 17 
Army troops in Trincomalee recovered a hand grenade from the 4th mile post area.
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Army troops in Trincomalee recovered a hand grenade from the 4th mile post area.
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December - 17 
During another clash between the two sides in the Kumulamunai area of Mullaitivu District, the troops expanded their FDL (Forward Defence Line) inflicting heavy casualties upon the militants. The Security Forces (SFs) later recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with one T-56 weapon, two t
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During another clash between the two sides in the Kumulamunai area of Mullaitivu District, the troops expanded their FDL (Forward Defence Line) inflicting heavy casualties upon the militants. The Security Forces (SFs) later recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with one T-56 weapon, two tractor engines, one tractor tailor and one C-90 Honda motorcycle from the area.
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December - 17 
On December 17, the troops clashed with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the areas south of Adampan, south and west of Iranamadu, Nivil and Adampan in the Kilinochchi District and killed an unspecified number of militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. They also recovered the dead
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On December 17, the troops clashed with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the areas south of Adampan, south and west of Iranamadu, Nivil and Adampan in the Kilinochchi District and killed an unspecified number of militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. They also recovered the dead bodies of four militants, including one female cadre, along with three T-56 weapons, 2040 rounds of ammunition, one I-com set and two claymore mines from the area. Troops also captured a LTTE penetration point along the Army’s FDL (Forward Defence Line) and expanded their FDL in the Nivil area.
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December - 2 
During another clash between the two sides in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district, the SFs captured six of the outfit’s trench lines in the area. Subsequently, the troops recovered the dead body of a LTTE militant along with one T-56 weapon, one T-81 weapon, one Rocket Propeller Grenade, one 40
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During another clash between the two sides in the Andankulam area of Vavuniya district, the SFs captured six of the outfit’s trench lines in the area. Subsequently, the troops recovered the dead body of a LTTE militant along with one T-56 weapon, one T-81 weapon, one Rocket Propeller Grenade, one 40-mm Grenade Launcher and 65 anti-personnel mines.
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December - 2 
On December 2, troops attacked groups of LTTE militants in the Akkarayankulam, Adampan, Nivil and Murikkandy areas of Kilinochchi district inflicting heavy casualties upon the outfit. The SFs later recovered the dead body of a LTTE militant along with one T-56 weapon from the Akkarayankulam area.
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On December 2, troops attacked groups of LTTE militants in the Akkarayankulam, Adampan, Nivil and Murikkandy areas of Kilinochchi district inflicting heavy casualties upon the outfit. The SFs later recovered the dead body of a LTTE militant along with one T-56 weapon from the Akkarayankulam area.
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December - 2 
The Special Task Force (STF) troops in Ampara district on December 2-evening shot dead a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militant at Rugama in the Pillumale area and recovered two hand grenades from his possession, reports Sri Lanka Army. The STF troops on patrol around 6.30pm (SLST) observe
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The Special Task Force (STF) troops in Ampara district on December 2-evening shot dead a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militant at Rugama in the Pillumale area and recovered two hand grenades from his possession, reports Sri Lanka Army. The STF troops on patrol around 6.30pm (SLST) observed a three-member militant group moving about in that area and signalled them to stop. The militants, however, tried to escape prompting the troops to fire on them. While one militant was killed two others managed to escape from the incident site.
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December - 2 
Troops on December 3 recovered the dead body of a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militant along with one T-56 weapon, four T-56 magazines and a belt order from the Sinnasippukulam area of Vavuniya district, reports Sri Lanka Army. The militant was killed during a clash with the troops on De
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Troops on December 3 recovered the dead body of a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militant along with one T-56 weapon, four T-56 magazines and a belt order from the Sinnasippukulam area of Vavuniya district, reports Sri Lanka Army. The militant was killed during a clash with the troops on December 2.
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December - 20 
In addition, troops confronted with the LTTE militants on several occasions in the Eilady, Olumaduwai north, Ampakamam and Kumulamunai areas of Mullaitivu district inflicting heavy casualties upon the militants. Troops also recovered two claymore mines, two anti-personnel mines, one anti air craft r
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In addition, troops confronted with the LTTE militants on several occasions in the Eilady, Olumaduwai north, Ampakamam and Kumulamunai areas of Mullaitivu district inflicting heavy casualties upon the militants. Troops also recovered two claymore mines, two anti-personnel mines, one anti air craft round, two T-56 weapons, one radio set, one military pack and a few packets of dry rations from these areas.
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December - 21 
On December 21, Task Force-I, Task Force-III, 57 Division and 59 Division troops who were conducting search and clear operations in the Nivil, north of Akkarayankulam, Ampakamam and Kumulamunai areas of Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu Districts were attacked by the LTTE. In the ensuing clashes, an unspec
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On December 21, Task Force-I, Task Force-III, 57 Division and 59 Division troops who were conducting search and clear operations in the Nivil, north of Akkarayankulam, Ampakamam and Kumulamunai areas of Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu Districts were attacked by the LTTE. In the ensuing clashes, an unspecified number of militants were killed while few soldiers sustained injuries. The troops also recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with one T-56 weapon, two hand grenades and several other LTTE items from these areas.
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December - 22 
On December 22, the troops recovered the dead bodies of four LTTE militants along with three T-56 weapons and one I-com radio set subsequent to the clashes that led to the capture segments of the LTTE earth bund in the Nivil area of Kilinochchi District.
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On December 22, the troops recovered the dead bodies of four LTTE militants along with three T-56 weapons and one I-com radio set subsequent to the clashes that led to the capture segments of the LTTE earth bund in the Nivil area of Kilinochchi District.
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December - 23 
A day earlier, at least 12 LTTE militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured as the troops of the Task Force-I consolidating their positions about 300 meters further southward along the LTTE earth bund captured the Sinnaparanthan area of Kilinochchi District. Troops later recovere
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A day earlier, at least 12 LTTE militants were killed and an unspecified number of them injured as the troops of the Task Force-I consolidating their positions about 300 meters further southward along the LTTE earth bund captured the Sinnaparanthan area of Kilinochchi District. Troops later recovered the dead body one LTTE militant along with one T-56 weapon.
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December - 23 
Troops recovered one claymore mine and one earth-digging tool during another search operation at Mullikulam in Vavuniya District on December 23.
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Troops recovered one claymore mine and one earth-digging tool during another search operation at Mullikulam in Vavuniya District on December 23.
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December - 24 
A day earlier, one LTTE militant along with one cyanide capsule was arrested by the Security Force personnel in the hospital square area of Vavuniya.
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A day earlier, one LTTE militant along with one cyanide capsule was arrested by the Security Force personnel in the hospital square area of Vavuniya.
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December - 24 
On the same day, troops conducted search and clear operations in the areas east and north of Adampan area of Kilinochchi District and recovered the dead bodies of three militants along with two T-56 weapons and one T-81 weapon.
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On the same day, troops conducted search and clear operations in the areas east and north of Adampan area of Kilinochchi District and recovered the dead bodies of three militants along with two T-56 weapons and one T-81 weapon.
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December - 24 
The Gomarankadawala Police conducted a search operation in the Nochchikulam area and recovered two grenades and two CDMA phones.
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The Gomarankadawala Police conducted a search operation in the Nochchikulam area and recovered two grenades and two CDMA phones.
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December - 25 
A claymore mine weighing approximately 1.5 kilograms was recovered by the Kokkadicholai Police near Mahalvitti bridge in the Batticaloa District on December 25, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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A claymore mine weighing approximately 1.5 kilograms was recovered by the Kokkadicholai Police near Mahalvitti bridge in the Batticaloa District on December 25, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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December - 25 
In addition, troops captured an LTTE training base in the Kulamarippu area. The base surrounded by a trench line consisted of one lecture hall, 10 huts and a few other constructions required for LTTE training. Troops also found one T-56 weapon, three magazines, 90 rounds of ammunition and one pouch
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In addition, troops captured an LTTE training base in the Kulamarippu area. The base surrounded by a trench line consisted of one lecture hall, 10 huts and a few other constructions required for LTTE training. Troops also found one T-56 weapon, three magazines, 90 rounds of ammunition and one pouch from the location.
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December - 25 
Security Forces (SFs) foiled a LTTE attempt to trigger a massive blast in the Periyamurippukulam area along Mannar-Madavachchiya main road by recovering a large cache of bombs weighing 101 kilograms, reported Colombo Page. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Vavuniya, Nandana Munasingha, said t
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Security Forces (SFs) foiled a LTTE attempt to trigger a massive blast in the Periyamurippukulam area along Mannar-Madavachchiya main road by recovering a large cache of bombs weighing 101 kilograms, reported Colombo Page. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Vavuniya, Nandana Munasingha, said there was a 45 kilograms cluster bomb, called Raghawan, among these bombs. Two claymore bombs weighing 12 kilograms, a 21 kilograms bomb and two bombs of six kilograms and five kilograms each were part of the seizure, the SSP added. The bombs were found on information given by a LTTE suspect arrested on December 24.
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December - 26 
On the same day, troops operating in the Mutaliyarkulam area of Mullaitivu District clashed with a group of LTTE militants and subsequently recovered the dead body of one militant along with two T-56 weapons.
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On the same day, troops operating in the Mutaliyarkulam area of Mullaitivu District clashed with a group of LTTE militants and subsequently recovered the dead body of one militant along with two T-56 weapons.
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December - 27 
Troops of the Task Force-I captured Nalanawakulam agricultural village, situated on the Pooneryn-Paranthan (B-69) road and about five kilometres west of Paranthan in the Kilinochchi District in the morning of December 27, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops inflicted heavy casualties upon the militants a
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Troops of the Task Force-I captured Nalanawakulam agricultural village, situated on the Pooneryn-Paranthan (B-69) road and about five kilometres west of Paranthan in the Kilinochchi District in the morning of December 27, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops inflicted heavy casualties upon the militants and later recovered the dead bodies of three militants along with some weapons with ammunition.
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December - 28 
Army troops at Black Bridge in the Chenkaladi area of Batticaloa District confronted a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the morning of December 28 and inflicted heavy casualties upon the militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. During subsequent search and clear operations, th
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Army troops at Black Bridge in the Chenkaladi area of Batticaloa District confronted a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the morning of December 28 and inflicted heavy casualties upon the militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. During subsequent search and clear operations, the troops recovered dead bodies of four militants along with two T-56 weapons and two micro pistols.
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December - 28 
Meanwhile, troops in the east of Nalanawakulam, east of Ampakamam and Periyamadu recovered dead bodies of two LTTE militants along with two T-56 weapons, three magazines, four hand grenades, 250 ammunition, seven improvised explosive devices and one radio set.
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Meanwhile, troops in the east of Nalanawakulam, east of Ampakamam and Periyamadu recovered dead bodies of two LTTE militants along with two T-56 weapons, three magazines, four hand grenades, 250 ammunition, seven improvised explosive devices and one radio set.
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December - 28 
Special Task Force personnel repulsed a LTTE attack in the Nellikadu area and subsequently recovered the dead body of one militant along with two hand grenades and one CDMA phone.
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Special Task Force personnel repulsed a LTTE attack in the Nellikadu area and subsequently recovered the dead body of one militant along with two hand grenades and one CDMA phone.
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December - 28 
The troops opened fire on a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) vehicle at south of Adampan in the Kilinochchi District in the morning of December 28, reports Sri Lanka Army. The militants onboard the vehicle were either killed or injured as the vehicle was severely damaged in the attack. The tr
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The troops opened fire on a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) vehicle at south of Adampan in the Kilinochchi District in the morning of December 28, reports Sri Lanka Army. The militants onboard the vehicle were either killed or injured as the vehicle was severely damaged in the attack. The troops later recovered one T-56 weapon from the incident site.
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December - 3 
Similarly, the troops recovered the dead body of a LTTE militant along with two T-56 weapons from the Olumaduwai area of Mullaitivu district.
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Similarly, the troops recovered the dead body of a LTTE militant along with two T-56 weapons from the Olumaduwai area of Mullaitivu district.
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December - 30 
The troops observed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militant in the Inyokern area of Trincomalee District on December 30 and as they moved towards him, he committed suicide swallowing cyanide, reports Sri Lanka Army. Later, troops recovered one T-56 weapon with two magazines and 50 rounds
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The troops observed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militant in the Inyokern area of Trincomalee District on December 30 and as they moved towards him, he committed suicide swallowing cyanide, reports Sri Lanka Army. Later, troops recovered one T-56 weapon with two magazines and 50 rounds of ammunition from his possession.
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December - 30 
The troops recovered seven anti-personnel mines and one booby trap from the Poonagar area. Troops also recovered two hand grenades, one code sheet, one map, four batteries and some field dressings from the Arippu area. Separately, one improvised explosive device was recovered by the troops from Sin
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The troops recovered seven anti-personnel mines and one booby trap from the Poonagar area. Troops also recovered two hand grenades, one code sheet, one map, four batteries and some field dressings from the Arippu area. Separately, one improvised explosive device was recovered by the troops from Sinna Iynakerni area.
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December - 31 
Army troops advancing towards Kilinochchi town attacked more LTTE camps in the east and west of Iranamadu, north and south of Adampan and Paranthan areas inflicting an unspecified number of casualties to the outfit. In subsequent search and clear operations, troops recovered the dead bodies of seven
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Army troops advancing towards Kilinochchi town attacked more LTTE camps in the east and west of Iranamadu, north and south of Adampan and Paranthan areas inflicting an unspecified number of casualties to the outfit. In subsequent search and clear operations, troops recovered the dead bodies of seven militants along with three T-56 weapons, one Light Machine Gun, four T-56 magazines and two hand grenades from Adampan south and Paranthan areas. A few soldiers sustained injuries during these clashes.
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December - 31 
On December 31, troops of 59 Division confronted LTTE militants in west of Mulliyavalai in the Mullaitivu District and subsequently recovered the dead bodies of 15 militants along with one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) launcher, 12 RPG rounds, nine T-56 weapons, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun, 40 ha
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On December 31, troops of 59 Division confronted LTTE militants in west of Mulliyavalai in the Mullaitivu District and subsequently recovered the dead bodies of 15 militants along with one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) launcher, 12 RPG rounds, nine T-56 weapons, one Multi Purpose Machine Gun, 40 hand grenades, four I-com sets, one Global Positioning System and one Night Vision Device from the area. 11 soldiers were injured during these clashes.
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December - 31 
Troops clashed with militants in the Mulliyavalai area of Mullaitivu District intermittently on several occasions and inflicted heavy damages upon the outfit. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with two T-56 weapons and one I-com set from the area.
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Troops clashed with militants in the Mulliyavalai area of Mullaitivu District intermittently on several occasions and inflicted heavy damages upon the outfit. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of two militants along with two T-56 weapons and one I-com set from the area.
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December - 4 
Colombo Page reports that following the capture of the coastal town of Alampil on December 4, the military said it had seized 100 fibreglass boats used by the LTTE along with 560 live ammunitions. Most of the boats were without the engines, the military said. Troops engaged in search and clear opera
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Colombo Page reports that following the capture of the coastal town of Alampil on December 4, the military said it had seized 100 fibreglass boats used by the LTTE along with 560 live ammunitions. Most of the boats were without the engines, the military said. Troops engaged in search and clear operations found the boatyard of Sea Tigers (sea wing of the LTTE), inside a thick coconut grove, about 600 metre away from the sea border.
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December - 4 
Elsewhere, troops conducting operations in the Andankulam area confronted with the LTTE militants and killed an unspecified number of their cadres on December 4. Troops also recovered dead bodies of three militants along with seven T-56 weapons and 50 APMs from the incident site.
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Elsewhere, troops conducting operations in the Andankulam area confronted with the LTTE militants and killed an unspecified number of their cadres on December 4. Troops also recovered dead bodies of three militants along with seven T-56 weapons and 50 APMs from the incident site.
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December - 6 
Further, troops foiled an LTTE attack in the Adampan area, about seven-km west of Jaffna-Kandy (A-9) road, and inflicted heavy casualties upon the militants. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of one militant along with one T-56 weapon.
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Further, troops foiled an LTTE attack in the Adampan area, about seven-km west of Jaffna-Kandy (A-9) road, and inflicted heavy casualties upon the militants. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of one militant along with one T-56 weapon.
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December - 6 
In addition, at least a dozen LTTE militants were killed and a similar number of them injured as clashes erupted between the two sides near the Olumaduwai town centre. Subsequently the recovered the dead body a militant along with four T-56 weapons, 40 anti-personnel mines (APMs) and two radio sets.
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In addition, at least a dozen LTTE militants were killed and a similar number of them injured as clashes erupted between the two sides near the Olumaduwai town centre. Subsequently the recovered the dead body a militant along with four T-56 weapons, 40 anti-personnel mines (APMs) and two radio sets.
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December - 6 
The Keselwatta Police conducted a search on St. Sebastian flats at Gunasinghe Pura in capital Colombo and recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine and 55 rounds of ammunition. One suspect was detained in this connection.
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The Keselwatta Police conducted a search on St. Sebastian flats at Gunasinghe Pura in capital Colombo and recovered one T-56 weapon, one T-56 magazine and 55 rounds of ammunition. One suspect was detained in this connection.
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December - 6 
Troops clashed with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the Kumulamunai, Nagancholai and Konakkarankulam areas of Vavuniya district on December 6. During the subsequent search operations, they recovered dead bodies of two militants along with one T-56 weapon, one I-com radio set
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Troops clashed with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the Kumulamunai, Nagancholai and Konakkarankulam areas of Vavuniya district on December 6. During the subsequent search operations, they recovered dead bodies of two militants along with one T-56 weapon, one I-com radio set, seven 81-mm mortar bombs, five 60-mm mortar bombs, one Rocket Propeller Gun round, 73 anti-personnel mines, safety fuses and a length of wire from these areas.
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December - 6 
Troops clashed with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the north of Olumaduwai in the Kilinochchi district on December 6-morning and inflicted heavy casualties upon the militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of 10 militants, including seven we
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Troops clashed with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in the north of Olumaduwai in the Kilinochchi district on December 6-morning and inflicted heavy casualties upon the militants, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of 10 militants, including seven were female cadres, along with 13 T-56 weapons.
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December - 6 
Two explosive chargers, each containing three-kg of C-4 high explosives, were recovered from the South Bar area of Mannar district.
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Two explosive chargers, each containing three-kg of C-4 high explosives, were recovered from the South Bar area of Mannar district.
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December - 7 
On the same day, troops recovered one decomposed dead body of an LTTE militant along with three T-56 weapons and one radio set from the Kumulamunai area of Vavuniya district.
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On the same day, troops recovered one decomposed dead body of an LTTE militant along with three T-56 weapons and one radio set from the Kumulamunai area of Vavuniya district.
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December - 9 
In addition, following two separate clashes with the militants in the Puthukulam and Kumulamunai areas of Vavuniya District, the Security Forces recovered two T-56 weapons and one I-com set.
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In addition, following two separate clashes with the militants in the Puthukulam and Kumulamunai areas of Vavuniya District, the Security Forces recovered two T-56 weapons and one I-com set.
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February - 1 
Troops recovered five T-56 weapons, six magazines, 10 meter length of detonator codes and five-kgs of C-4 explosive cubes, 16 electric detonators, 150 T-56 ammunition rounds and one electric remote control circuit dumped by the LTTE militants inside an abandoned agricultural well in the east of Vari
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Troops recovered five T-56 weapons, six magazines, 10 meter length of detonator codes and five-kgs of C-4 explosive cubes, 16 electric detonators, 150 T-56 ammunition rounds and one electric remote control circuit dumped by the LTTE militants inside an abandoned agricultural well in the east of Varikuttu in Vavuniya district on February 1.
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February - 11 
Police personnel on duty on the Trincomalee–Vakarai road recovered 100 anti personnel mines, 3000 T-56 ammunition and ten 40-mm cartridges buried closer to the 73rd km post.
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Police personnel on duty on the Trincomalee–Vakarai road recovered 100 anti personnel mines, 3000 T-56 ammunition and ten 40-mm cartridges buried closer to the 73rd km post.
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February - 11 
The troops opened fire towards a group of another militants hiding inside a bunker in the same area and killed two of them while recovering one 60-mm mortar with a base plate, one T-56 weapon, one icom set and a claymore.
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The troops opened fire towards a group of another militants hiding inside a bunker in the same area and killed two of them while recovering one 60-mm mortar with a base plate, one T-56 weapon, one icom set and a claymore.
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February - 11 
Troops operating ahead of the Mullikulam FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Mannar district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed six of them. Troops later recovered the dead body of one slain militant along with two T-56 weapons from the area.
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Troops operating ahead of the Mullikulam FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Mannar district confronted a group of LTTE militants and killed six of them. Troops later recovered the dead body of one slain militant along with two T-56 weapons from the area.
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February - 12 
One more LTTE militant was killed by the troops during an encounter in the area north of A-9 road in the Muhamalai region of Jaffna district. Seven anti-personnel mines were recovered from the incident site.
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One more LTTE militant was killed by the troops during an encounter in the area north of A-9 road in the Muhamalai region of Jaffna district. Seven anti-personnel mines were recovered from the incident site.
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February - 18 
Troops advancing into the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) held areas in the eastern part of Mannar district captured an area of about 600 square metre with an LTTE defence line and a strongly-built bund in the Andankulam area on February 18, reports Sri Lanka Army. 10 militants were killed a
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Troops advancing into the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) held areas in the eastern part of Mannar district captured an area of about 600 square metre with an LTTE defence line and a strongly-built bund in the Andankulam area on February 18, reports Sri Lanka Army. 10 militants were killed and an equal number of them sustained injuries in the attack. One soldier was also killed while four others were wounded in the fighting. The troops later recovered the dead bodies of six militants along with three T - 56 weapons.
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February - 19 
The troops recovered 35 pistol rounds, five pistol magazines, one hand grenade, one cyanide capsule, two dog tags, two mobile phones, two detonators, two 9 v batteries, one remote control device, three wire clips and a damaged T-56 weapon from the Sivampuram area of Vavuniya district on February 19,
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The troops recovered 35 pistol rounds, five pistol magazines, one hand grenade, one cyanide capsule, two dog tags, two mobile phones, two detonators, two 9 v batteries, one remote control device, three wire clips and a damaged T-56 weapon from the Sivampuram area of Vavuniya district on February 19, SLA reported.
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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 
During separate search operations on February 20 in the Varikuttiaruwa, Udayanathankulam, Periyapantrichurichchan and Vankalacheddikulam areas, the troops recovered two 9 v batteries, two remote control devices, two detonators, three wire clips, five hand grenades, four combat dresses, 600 T–56 ammu
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During separate search operations on February 20 in the Varikuttiaruwa, Udayanathankulam, Periyapantrichurichchan and Vankalacheddikulam areas, the troops recovered two 9 v batteries, two remote control devices, two detonators, three wire clips, five hand grenades, four combat dresses, 600 T–56 ammunition rounds, 319 anti personnel mines and one 81-mm mortar trap.
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February - 20 
The Mutur police recovered three hand grenades from the Alinchena area of Trincomalee district.
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The Mutur police recovered three hand grenades from the Alinchena area of Trincomalee district.
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February - 20 
The troops during clearing operations at Saddm Hussain village in the Batticaloa district recovered two hand grenades.
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The troops during clearing operations at Saddm Hussain village in the Batticaloa district recovered two hand grenades.
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February - 21 
A naval foot patrol recovered 20-kg of C-4 explosives packed in 20 packets, containing 1 kg in each packets, 23 detonators and two belts from Kerawalapitiya along the Colombo-Katunayake road on Friday 21-night, unnamed senior Navy official said, Daily News reported. He informed the area is highly se
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A naval foot patrol recovered 20-kg of C-4 explosives packed in 20 packets, containing 1 kg in each packets, 23 detonators and two belts from Kerawalapitiya along the Colombo-Katunayake road on Friday 21-night, unnamed senior Navy official said, Daily News reported. He informed the area is highly sensitive as gas tanks and oil refineries were situated and added, "A major disaster and mayhem was averted by recovering the 20kg of C4 explosives."
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February - 21 
At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops neutralised a bunker of the outfit in the Mullikulam area of Mannar district on February 21, Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reported. Three soldiers were also injured while three T-56 weapons and one Icom radio set we
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At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops neutralised a bunker of the outfit in the Mullikulam area of Mannar district on February 21, Sri Lanka Army (SLA) reported. Three soldiers were also injured while three T-56 weapons and one Icom radio set were recovered from the incident site.
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February - 21 
Five LTTE militants were killed by the troops in two different attacks in the Periyapantrichurichchan area. The troops also recovered 320 anti personnel mines (APMs).
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Five LTTE militants were killed by the troops in two different attacks in the Periyapantrichurichchan area. The troops also recovered 320 anti personnel mines (APMs).
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February - 22 
At Villattikulam, the troops shot dead one more LTTE militant and later recovered one booby trap and four APMs from the area.
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At Villattikulam, the troops shot dead one more LTTE militant and later recovered one booby trap and four APMs from the area.
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February - 22 
Four LTTE militants were killed as a group of outfit’s militants attempting to infiltrate newly captured areas in the Parappakandal area of Mannar district were attacked by the troops. Troops later recovered dead of bodies of the three slain militants along with one T-56 weapon and one radio. Two so
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Four LTTE militants were killed as a group of outfit’s militants attempting to infiltrate newly captured areas in the Parappakandal area of Mannar district were attacked by the troops. Troops later recovered dead of bodies of the three slain militants along with one T-56 weapon and one radio. Two soldiers were also injured during the operations.
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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 - 22 
One more attack on a LTTE bunker line in the same area by the troops resulted in the death of four more militants. Several T-56 magazines were recovered after the incident.
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One more attack on a LTTE bunker line in the same area by the troops resulted in the death of four more militants. Several T-56 magazines were recovered after the incident.
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February - 22 
The troops attacked a few LTTE bunkers in the Mantota area and killed three militants. Troops also recovered six booby traps and 45 APMs from the area.
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The troops attacked a few LTTE bunkers in the Mantota area and killed three militants. Troops also recovered six booby traps and 45 APMs from the area.
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February - 23 
At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops stormed one of the outfit’s strong points in the jungle north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on February 23-morning, reports Sri Lanka Army. Eight T-56 weapons, two cyanide capsules, one Icom radio s
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At least eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when the troops stormed one of the outfit’s strong points in the jungle north of Janakapura in the Vavuniya district on February 23-morning, reports Sri Lanka Army. Eight T-56 weapons, two cyanide capsules, one Icom radio set and three hand grenades were also recovered along with dead bodies of the slain militants.
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February - 23 
Four more LTTE militants were killed and one of their bunkers was neutralised by the troops in the Perankulam area of Mannar district. One T-56 weapon was also recovered from the area. Similarly, the troops during an encounter in the Adampan area killed four LTTE militants.
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Four more LTTE militants were killed and one of their bunkers was neutralised by the troops in the Perankulam area of Mannar district. One T-56 weapon was also recovered from the area. Similarly, the troops during an encounter in the Adampan area killed four LTTE militants.
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February - 24 
Further, the police recovered three suicide jackets, two Rocket Propeller Grenade rounds, one claymore mine, 518 T-56 ammunition, 2013 rounds of Multi Purpose Machinegun ammunition, 249 rounds of 9-mm pistol ammunition, a length of detonator code and 5.5-kgs of C-4 explosives from a jungle patch in
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Further, the police recovered three suicide jackets, two Rocket Propeller Grenade rounds, one claymore mine, 518 T-56 ammunition, 2013 rounds of Multi Purpose Machinegun ammunition, 249 rounds of 9-mm pistol ammunition, a length of detonator code and 5.5-kgs of C-4 explosives from a jungle patch in the Kalladi area of Serunuwara region in the Trincomalee district.
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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 
The troops destroyed one LTTE bunker and recovered one T-56 weapon and one radio set from the inside of the destroyed bunker in the Perankulam area of Mannar district.
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The troops destroyed one LTTE bunker and recovered one T-56 weapon and one radio set from the inside of the destroyed bunker in the Perankulam area of Mannar district.
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February - 27 
A day earlier, the troops conducting a search in the Koilmoddai area of Mannar district recovered the dead body of a female LTTE militant along with one 81-mm mortar trap.
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A day earlier, the troops conducting a search in the Koilmoddai area of Mannar district recovered the dead body of a female LTTE militant along with one 81-mm mortar trap.
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February - 27 
At Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district, the troops neutralised LTTE bunkers and killed eight militants. Troops also recovered some anti-personnel mines (APMs), T-56 weapons, grenades and other explosive devices from the incident site.
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At Kokkuthuduvai in the Vavuniya district, the troops neutralised LTTE bunkers and killed eight militants. Troops also recovered some anti-personnel mines (APMs), T-56 weapons, grenades and other explosive devices from the incident site.
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February - 28 
Meanwhile, the Kalpitiya police recovered three huge claymore mines, seven hand grenades and one remote controller from a shrub near Kalpitiya lagoon in the Puttalam district.
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Meanwhile, the Kalpitiya police recovered three huge claymore mines, seven hand grenades and one remote controller from a shrub near Kalpitiya lagoon in the Puttalam district.
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February - 28 
On February 28, the Special Task Force troops killed a LTTE militant in the Wellaveli area of Batticaloa district. The slain militant was carrying one T-56 weapon, one claymore mine, one hand grenade, one detonator, three magazines, one wire roll and a few 9 volt batteries.
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On February 28, the Special Task Force troops killed a LTTE militant in the Wellaveli area of Batticaloa district. The slain militant was carrying one T-56 weapon, one claymore mine, one hand grenade, one detonator, three magazines, one wire roll and a few 9 volt batteries.
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February - 29 
One LTTE suicide jacket, six claymore mines, four hand grenades and one suicide belt were recovered by the police from Modera area of Colombo district couple of hours before the blast which occurred in that area on February 29, injuring seven persons.
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One LTTE suicide jacket, six claymore mines, four hand grenades and one suicide belt were recovered by the police from Modera area of Colombo district couple of hours before the blast which occurred in that area on February 29, injuring seven persons.
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February - 29 
The troops attacked an LTTE point closer to Madhu junction and killed at least one militant on February 29. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered eight claymore mines, two T-56 weapons, two magazines and one silencer-fixed weapon.
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The troops attacked an LTTE point closer to Madhu junction and killed at least one militant on February 29. During subsequent search operations, the troops recovered eight claymore mines, two T-56 weapons, two magazines and one silencer-fixed weapon.
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February - 6 
At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others sustained injuries when the troops deployed at the FDLs (Forward Defence Lines) in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district stormed the outfit’s bunkers at about 5.30 am on February 6, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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At least 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed and several others sustained injuries when the troops deployed at the FDLs (Forward Defence Lines) in the Nagarkovil area of Jaffna district stormed the outfit’s bunkers at about 5.30 am on February 6, reports Sri Lanka Army. Five soldiers were also injured during the clash. Troops with the assistance of T-55 battle tanks completely destroyed 30 bunkers - four in the Nagarkovil area, 10 in the area north of A-9 and 16 in the Kilaly area, according to. One Multi Purpose Machine Gun, one T-56 weapon, five magazines, two pouches and a large number of other LTTE items were recovered by the troops from the incident site.
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February - 8 
Two more LTTE militants were killed by naval troops in the jungles of Peraru in Trincomalee district. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of the two slain militants along with two T-56 weapons, four filled magazines, two micro pistols and two magazines with ammunition, two packs, two claymore min
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Two more LTTE militants were killed by naval troops in the jungles of Peraru in Trincomalee district. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of the two slain militants along with two T-56 weapons, four filled magazines, two micro pistols and two magazines with ammunition, two packs, two claymore mines, two anti personnel mines, five detonators and a few cyanide capsules.
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February - 9 
The Special Task Force personnel confronted a group of LTTE militants at Kodamadu in the Kalawanchikudi area of Batticaloa district and subsequently recovered the dead body of one militant along with one T-56 weapon, four magazines and one hand grenade from the area.
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The Special Task Force personnel confronted a group of LTTE militants at Kodamadu in the Kalawanchikudi area of Batticaloa district and subsequently recovered the dead body of one militant along with one T-56 weapon, four magazines and one hand grenade from the area.
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January - 11 
Three more LTTE militants were killed and several others injured by troops when they repulsed an LTTE attack in the Parappakandal area. While four soldiers sustained injuries, troops recovered the dead body of one female militant along with and one T-56 weapon from the incident site.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed and several others injured by troops when they repulsed an LTTE attack in the Parappakandal area. While four soldiers sustained injuries, troops recovered the dead body of one female militant along with and one T-56 weapon from the incident site.
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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 - 13 
Troops observed two armed LTTE militants in the Kolombuthurai area and asked them to stop. One of them blew himself up while the other, injured in troops firing, managed to escape. During the subsequent search conducted in the area, troops recovered one T-56, four magazines with ammunition, two cell
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Troops observed two armed LTTE militants in the Kolombuthurai area and asked them to stop. One of them blew himself up while the other, injured in troops firing, managed to escape. During the subsequent search conducted in the area, troops recovered one T-56, four magazines with ammunition, two cellular phones, one GPS, two military combat uniforms, three military caps, one military belt, two radio sets, two ration tins, one survival knife, 12 rechargeable batteries, 24 pen torch batteries, one rain cape, eight soft drink bottles, one weapon oil bottle, medicines, field dressings, civil clothes and one pouch.
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January - 14 
On the same day, troops captured one LTTE bunker in the Periyapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district and subsequently recovered the dead bodies of three LTTE militants, including one decomposed female dead body. Two T-56 weapons were also recovered from the incident site.
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On the same day, troops captured one LTTE bunker in the Periyapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district and subsequently recovered the dead bodies of three LTTE militants, including one decomposed female dead body. Two T-56 weapons were also recovered from the incident site.
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January - 15 
A day earlier, troops attacked and captured one LTTE bunker killing at least four militants in the Periyapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of two female LTTE militants along with four T-56 weapons from the captured bunker.
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A day earlier, troops attacked and captured one LTTE bunker killing at least four militants in the Periyapantrichurichchan area of Vavuniya district. Troops later recovered the dead bodies of two female LTTE militants along with four T-56 weapons from the captured bunker.
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January - 15 
Five more LTTE militants were killed by troops during sporadic clashes in the Periyapantrichurichchan, north of Villattikulam, Kattikulam and Kutinchankulam areas of Vavuniya district. After the clash in Villattikulam, troops conducted a search operation and recovered the dead body of one LTTE milit
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Five more LTTE militants were killed by troops during sporadic clashes in the Periyapantrichurichchan, north of Villattikulam, Kattikulam and Kutinchankulam areas of Vavuniya district. After the clash in Villattikulam, troops conducted a search operation and recovered the dead body of one LTTE militant along with two hand grenades and one pouch.
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January - 15 
Naval troops on foot patrol recovered 8.75-kilograms of lethal C-4 explosives along with two hand grenades near the Kali Amman Kovil (Temple) in the Modera area of Colombo district, reports Daily News. Two parcels of 10 C-4 explosive slabs, with each parcel having five 500-gm slabs of C-4 explosives
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Naval troops on foot patrol recovered 8.75-kilograms of lethal C-4 explosives along with two hand grenades near the Kali Amman Kovil (Temple) in the Modera area of Colombo district, reports Daily News. Two parcels of 10 C-4 explosive slabs, with each parcel having five 500-gm slabs of C-4 explosives and another parcel of C-4 explosives with steel balls weighing 3.75- kilograms were recovered following civilian information.
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January - 16 
The LTTE leader for Trincomalee south, Arichelvam, who was wanted for numerous killings and criminal activities in the east, was shot dead by the troops at Pachchanoor on January 16-afternoon. Troops recovered a pistol from his possession.
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The LTTE leader for Trincomalee south, Arichelvam, who was wanted for numerous killings and criminal activities in the east, was shot dead by the troops at Pachchanoor on January 16-afternoon. Troops recovered a pistol from his possession.
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January - 16 
Troops engaged in clearing the newly captured Meeyangolla area in the Thoppigala region of Batticaloa district unearthed a huge stock of arms and ammunition left buried by the LTTE. The cache included 13 T-56 weapons, one T-81 Light Machine Gun, one Rocket Propeller Grenade, three 40 mm grenade laun
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Troops engaged in clearing the newly captured Meeyangolla area in the Thoppigala region of Batticaloa district unearthed a huge stock of arms and ammunition left buried by the LTTE. The cache included 13 T-56 weapons, one T-81 Light Machine Gun, one Rocket Propeller Grenade, three 40 mm grenade launchers, one .22 rifle, one shot gun, 600 anti-personnel mines and 600 anti-personnel mine fuses.
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January - 17 
An LTTE militant committed suicide swallowing a cyanide capsule fearing arrest, as he failed in his attempt to inflict casualties by opening fire, from inside a house, upon the troops on a search and clear operation in the Irupalai area of Jaffna district. A claymore mine, one hand grenade, one T-56
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An LTTE militant committed suicide swallowing a cyanide capsule fearing arrest, as he failed in his attempt to inflict casualties by opening fire, from inside a house, upon the troops on a search and clear operation in the Irupalai area of Jaffna district. A claymore mine, one hand grenade, one T-56 gun, three magazines, 70 ammunition rounds, 25 pistol rounds, four detonators, one pack and one belt were recovered from the incident site.
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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 - 18 
Soldiers on duty at Chenkaladi in the Batticaloa district observed two LTTE militants laying a claymore mine beside the Main Supply Route on January 18 and opened fire, killing one on the spot. However, the other militant escaped after lobbing a hand grenade at the troops. Troops later recovered the
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Soldiers on duty at Chenkaladi in the Batticaloa district observed two LTTE militants laying a claymore mine beside the Main Supply Route on January 18 and opened fire, killing one on the spot. However, the other militant escaped after lobbing a hand grenade at the troops. Troops later recovered the dead body of the militant along with one claymore mine, one detonator, 16-m fire role, one hand grenade and one 9-V battery.
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January - 18 
Three more LTTE militants were killed and two others injured by troops when they attacked a bunker of the outfit at Janakapura in the Welioya region. Troops also recovered six anti-personnel mines from the incident site.
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Three more LTTE militants were killed and two others injured by troops when they attacked a bunker of the outfit at Janakapura in the Welioya region. Troops also recovered six anti-personnel mines from the incident site.
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January - 18 
Troops on a search operation in the Wattala area of Colombo district recovered one micro pistol, two magazines with eight live rounds and two hand grenades. The items had been hidden in an abandoned house at Weliamuna junction on the Alakanda – Wattala road.
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Troops on a search operation in the Wattala area of Colombo district recovered one micro pistol, two magazines with eight live rounds and two hand grenades. The items had been hidden in an abandoned house at Weliamuna junction on the Alakanda – Wattala road.
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January - 2 
A day earlier, troops entered the LTTE bunker lines in Vaiyaththukulam and killed four militants. While ine soldier was injured in the encounter, the troops destroyed one bunker and recovered one T-56 weapon and an Icom radio set from the incident site.
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A day earlier, troops entered the LTTE bunker lines in Vaiyaththukulam and killed four militants. While ine soldier was injured in the encounter, the troops destroyed one bunker and recovered one T-56 weapon and an Icom radio set from the incident site.
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January - 20 
Seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when troops attacked a bunker of the outfit in the Pullippankiyarkulam area of Vavuniya district on January 20, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops later recovered dead bodies of five militants along with four T-56 weapons, two T-81 weap
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Seven Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants were killed when troops attacked a bunker of the outfit in the Pullippankiyarkulam area of Vavuniya district on January 20, reports Sri Lanka Army. Troops later recovered dead bodies of five militants along with four T-56 weapons, two T-81 weapons, two 60 mm mortar bombs and 18 hand grenades.
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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 - 20 
Troops launched a ground attack on an LTTE bunker line situated in the area about 500 metres south of Adampan tank in the Mannar district. Troops captured about 6-8 LTTE bunkers and recovered the dead bodies of two female militants along with and two T-56 weapons from the area.
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Troops launched a ground attack on an LTTE bunker line situated in the area about 500 metres south of Adampan tank in the Mannar district. Troops captured about 6-8 LTTE bunkers and recovered the dead bodies of two female militants along with and two T-56 weapons from the area.
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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 - 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 - 25 
Police detected and chased four suspected persons, including a woman, on two motor bikes, in the middle of the Japan Lanka Friendship road at Thalangama Police Station in the Colombo district on January 25, according to SLA. Police later recovered a package with two Kiwi polish tins and a gum bottle
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Police detected and chased four suspected persons, including a woman, on two motor bikes, in the middle of the Japan Lanka Friendship road at Thalangama Police Station in the Colombo district on January 25, according to SLA. Police later recovered a package with two Kiwi polish tins and a gum bottle filled with 175 grams of C-4 explosives along with eight inch wire cord detonator cord left behind by the suspected persons.
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January - 26 
In Colombo, police recovered two suicide jackets hidden in the Aduruppu Street in the Grandpass area on January 26. Those suicide jackets were filled with high power C-4 explosives.
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In Colombo, police recovered two suicide jackets hidden in the Aduruppu Street in the Grandpass area on January 26. Those suicide jackets were filled with high power C-4 explosives.
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January - 28 
The police seized C-4 explosives and detonators from a vehicle attached to the World Health Organisation on January 28-evening at Thekkawatte check point in the Vavuniya district, reports Daily News. The vehicle belonging to the Health Department was returning from Kilinochchi to Colombo. Police spo
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The police seized C-4 explosives and detonators from a vehicle attached to the World Health Organisation on January 28-evening at Thekkawatte check point in the Vavuniya district, reports Daily News. The vehicle belonging to the Health Department was returning from Kilinochchi to Colombo. Police spokesman Senior Deputy Inspector General N.K. Ilangakoon said, "Around 6kg of C4 explosives were concealed underneath the pair of sandals. Police also recovered two detonators, two barrels of surgical spirit and collection of stationeries inside the vehicle." The driver and his assistant were arrested by the police. Preliminary investigations revealed that the driver was working for the Health Department for five years and was a frequent visitor to Wanni on official purposes. "A sister of the driver is believed to be working for the LTTE," informed the officer.
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January - 29 
The SFs neutralised six LTTE bunkers and killed 12 militants in the area south of Pallikuli. Troops also recovered a T-56 assault riffle, three claymore mines, seventy 60-mm ammunition and a large stock of T-56 ammunition.
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The SFs neutralised six LTTE bunkers and killed 12 militants in the area south of Pallikuli. Troops also recovered a T-56 assault riffle, three claymore mines, seventy 60-mm ammunition and a large stock of T-56 ammunition.
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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 - 30 
At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed during an encounter with the security forces in the Adampan area of Mannar district on January 30, reports Sri Lanka Army. The location, believed to be one of the outfit’s command posts, had been heavily fortified with a three-la
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At least 10 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed during an encounter with the security forces in the Adampan area of Mannar district on January 30, reports Sri Lanka Army. The location, believed to be one of the outfit’s command posts, had been heavily fortified with a three-layer concrete slab. During subsequent search operation in the area, troops recovered 43 anti personnel mines, 40 hand grenades, 5333 T-56 ammunition rounds, 10 IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices), several soap bags and food containers lying in the destroyed bunker.
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January - 30 
One suicide jacket, four belt orders and two kilograms of explosives were recovered by the police from Puttalam lagoon on the Kalpitiya road on January 30.
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One suicide jacket, four belt orders and two kilograms of explosives were recovered by the police from Puttalam lagoon on the Kalpitiya road on January 30.
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