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May - 1 
On May 1, naval personnel recovered two hand tractors, two out board motors, two fiber glass dingy boats, one generator, 1470 liters of diesel and 3579 polysack bags used for constructing bunkers from the Pesalai area of Mannar district.
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On May 1, naval personnel recovered two hand tractors, two out board motors, two fiber glass dingy boats, one generator, 1470 liters of diesel and 3579 polysack bags used for constructing bunkers from the Pesalai area of Mannar district.
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May - 1 
Troops on foot patrol in the general area (area under Government control) of Mannar district confronted with several groups of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres on May 1, reported Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Ten LTTE cadres were reportedly killed during the clashes.
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Troops on foot patrol in the general area (area under Government control) of Mannar district confronted with several groups of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres on May 1, reported Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Ten LTTE cadres were reportedly killed during the clashes.
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May - 2 
On May 2, unidentified assailants shot dead two Tamil civilians in the Vavuniya town, according to Associated Press.
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On May 2, unidentified assailants shot dead two Tamil civilians in the Vavuniya town, according to Associated Press.
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May - 2 
On the same day, one LTTE cadre trying to infiltrate the FDL (Forward Defense Line) at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district was shot dead by troops.
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On the same day, one LTTE cadre trying to infiltrate the FDL (Forward Defense Line) at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district was shot dead by troops.
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May - 2 
The Navy has reportedly recovered a suicide device which has not been previously used by the LTTE, according to The Island. "It is a small device packed with steel balls to carry out an individual assassination," said an unnamed Navy official. Naval personnel recovered the device following the April
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The Navy has reportedly recovered a suicide device which has not been previously used by the LTTE, according to The Island. "It is a small device packed with steel balls to carry out an individual assassination," said an unnamed Navy official. Naval personnel recovered the device following the April 29 confrontation with a small group of LTTE cadres, including Eelamaran, in charge of the Jaffna Islands and his deputy Udayan at Suruvil in the Velani area of Kayts.
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May - 2 
Troops recovered a remote control claymore mine and a circuit set up in the Ichchankulam-Kidachuri area of Vavuniya district on May 2.
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Troops recovered a remote control claymore mine and a circuit set up in the Ichchankulam-Kidachuri area of Vavuniya district on May 2.
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May - 2 
Troops retaliated and killed two LTTE cadres in the Palaimoddai area of Vavuniya district on May 2, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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Troops retaliated and killed two LTTE cadres in the Palaimoddai area of Vavuniya district on May 2, according to Sri Lanka Army reports.
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May - 3 
On May 3, one police personnel was killed during a LTTE attack on a Police post at Salambakulam in the Vavuniya district.
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On May 3, one police personnel was killed during a LTTE attack on a Police post at Salambakulam in the Vavuniya district.
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May - 3 
On May 3, the Sri Lankan Air Force completely destroyed one of the main bases of the LTTE at Puthukkudiyiruppu in the Mullaittivu district, from where they planned their suicide attacks.
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On May 3, the Sri Lankan Air Force completely destroyed one of the main bases of the LTTE at Puthukkudiyiruppu in the Mullaittivu district, from where they planned their suicide attacks.
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May - 3 
The LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards a guard point at Ceynor jetty in the Jaffna district and killed one of the soldiers on duty on May 3.
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The LTTE cadres lobbed a hand grenade towards a guard point at Ceynor jetty in the Jaffna district and killed one of the soldiers on duty on May 3.
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May - 4 
On May 4, troops after observing a movement of armed LTTE cadres ahead of FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Vavuniya district killed three LTTE cadres and subsequently recovered one T-56 weapon, one magazine and 25 rounds of ammunition from the incident site.
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On May 4, troops after observing a movement of armed LTTE cadres ahead of FDL (Forward Defence Line) in the Vavuniya district killed three LTTE cadres and subsequently recovered one T-56 weapon, one magazine and 25 rounds of ammunition from the incident site.
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May - 4 
Security forces recovered the dead body of a LTTE cadre along with three hand grenades, one dog tag, one communication set and one belt with pockets from the Kokuthuduwai area.
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Security forces recovered the dead body of a LTTE cadre along with three hand grenades, one dog tag, one communication set and one belt with pockets from the Kokuthuduwai area.
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May - 4 
SFs recovered a large quantity of arms and explosives hidden among holy statues of a Perumkulam Muttumari Amman Kovil (Temple) at Velanipuram in the Kayts area of Jaffna district. The recoveries include one claymore mine of five kg, 900 g of C-4 explosives, three Anti Personnel Mines (APM), thre
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SFs recovered a large quantity of arms and explosives hidden among holy statues of a Perumkulam Muttumari Amman Kovil (Temple) at Velanipuram in the Kayts area of Jaffna district. The recoveries include one claymore mine of five kg, 900 g of C-4 explosives, three Anti Personnel Mines (APM), three APM fuses, three modified chargers, one pouch, 24 electric detonators, 150 rounds of T -56 ammunition and one claymore tripod, concealed in a secret place above the statue of the deity.
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May - 4 
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel destroyed eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boats off the coast of Mullaittivu killing 12 of the outfit’s cadres (known as Sea-Tigers) and injuring 15 others on May 4-night, according to Colombo Page. Naval patrol crafts detected a cluster of 26 Sea-Tiger b
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Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) personnel destroyed eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) boats off the coast of Mullaittivu killing 12 of the outfit’s cadres (known as Sea-Tigers) and injuring 15 others on May 4-night, according to Colombo Page. Naval patrol crafts detected a cluster of 26 Sea-Tiger boats consisting of ten large boats, four suicide boats and twelve smaller boats, including four suicide boats, heading towards Pulmudai from Nayaru in Mullaittivu and confronted the flotilla. During the confrontation, SLN personnel sunk two large boats and severely damaged another six smaller boats, officials informed, adding, rest of the boats retreated to Nayaru. Two sailors were also injured in the incident.
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May - 5 
At Thirunaveli in the Jaffna district troops recovered two hand grenades, one claymore mine, one remote control sensor, one battery connectors and three electric connectors on May 5. Elsewhere, at Kathkolam troops recovered fourteen RPG rounds.
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At Thirunaveli in the Jaffna district troops recovered two hand grenades, one claymore mine, one remote control sensor, one battery connectors and three electric connectors on May 5. Elsewhere, at Kathkolam troops recovered fourteen RPG rounds.
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May - 5 
Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them sustained injuries as security forces (SFs) retaliated to an attack by the LTTE in the area northeast of Madhu in Mannar district on May 5, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them sustained injuries as security forces (SFs) retaliated to an attack by the LTTE in the area northeast of Madhu in Mannar district on May 5, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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May - 5 
Police personnel retaliated as several police guard points on the Vavuniya-Mannar main supply route were fired upon by LTTE cadres on May 5. It is believed that LTTE have sustained heavy casualties in the incident.
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Police personnel retaliated as several police guard points on the Vavuniya-Mannar main supply route were fired upon by LTTE cadres on May 5. It is believed that LTTE have sustained heavy casualties in the incident.
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May - 6 
Five more LTTE cadres were killed during a confrontation with the SFs in the Talaivankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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Five more LTTE cadres were killed during a confrontation with the SFs in the Talaivankulam area of Vavuniya district.
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May - 6 
On May 6, four soldiers were injured in a LTTE mortar fire towards troops at FDL in the west of Omanthai in Vavuniya district.
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On May 6, four soldiers were injured in a LTTE mortar fire towards troops at FDL in the west of Omanthai in Vavuniya district.
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May - 6 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a trader, identified as Mariasekaram Vigneswaran, near Aiyanaar temple in the Vadaliadaippu area of Jaffna district on May 6, reports the pro-Liberation Tigers of Tami Eelam (LTTE) Website Tamil Net.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a trader, identified as Mariasekaram Vigneswaran, near Aiyanaar temple in the Vadaliadaippu area of Jaffna district on May 6, reports the pro-Liberation Tigers of Tami Eelam (LTTE) Website Tamil Net.
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May - 7 
On May 7, LTTE cadres opened mortar fire towards troops at the FDL (Forward Defense Line) in the Mamaduwa area of Vavuniya district. However, no casualties were reported.
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On May 7, LTTE cadres opened mortar fire towards troops at the FDL (Forward Defense Line) in the Mamaduwa area of Vavuniya district. However, no casualties were reported.
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May - 7 
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets bombed and destroyed a LTTE training and a military base at Ramanathapuram in the Iranamadu East area of Mullaithivu district, according to Colombo Page. SLAF sources reportedly confirmed that a large complex of buildings, including a fuel storage, large stock of arms
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Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) jets bombed and destroyed a LTTE training and a military base at Ramanathapuram in the Iranamadu East area of Mullaithivu district, according to Colombo Page. SLAF sources reportedly confirmed that a large complex of buildings, including a fuel storage, large stock of arms, ammunition and explosives, were completely destroyed in the attack, adding, that the destroyed base has been used recently for training activities by the outfit.
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May - 8 
On May 8, one LTTE cadre was killed as troops retaliated to a LTTE attack at Thonical road in the Bandarikulam area of Vavuniya district. Subsequently, troops recovered the dead of the LTTE cadre along with a T-56 weapon.
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On May 8, one LTTE cadre was killed as troops retaliated to a LTTE attack at Thonical road in the Bandarikulam area of Vavuniya district. Subsequently, troops recovered the dead of the LTTE cadre along with a T-56 weapon.
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May - 8 
On May 8, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres killed a civilian, identified as Thawarasa Suseedaran, in the Varani area of Jaffna district, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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On May 8, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres killed a civilian, identified as Thawarasa Suseedaran, in the Varani area of Jaffna district, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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May - 9 
At Pannai in the Jaffna district, troops recovered one hand grenade and 30 meter-long wire on May 9. Elsewhere, troops also recovered two T-56 weapons, 60 rounds of live ammunition, two magazines, two LTTE packs with a water container from the Eluththumadduwal area.
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At Pannai in the Jaffna district, troops recovered one hand grenade and 30 meter-long wire on May 9. Elsewhere, troops also recovered two T-56 weapons, 60 rounds of live ammunition, two magazines, two LTTE packs with a water container from the Eluththumadduwal area.
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May - 9 
One soldier was inured in a LTTE attack at a static guard point in the Iranailluppakulam area of Vavuniya district.
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One soldier was inured in a LTTE attack at a static guard point in the Iranailluppakulam area of Vavuniya district.
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May - 9 
Troops retaliated as LTTE cadres fired 60-mm mortars towards them in the Averikadu area of Jaffna district. However, no casualties were reported in the incident.
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Troops retaliated as LTTE cadres fired 60-mm mortars towards them in the Averikadu area of Jaffna district. However, no casualties were reported in the incident.
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May - 10 
On May 10, cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) opened fire towards troops at the FDL (Forward Defense Line) in the Muhamale area of Jaffna district, reported Sri Lanka Army. Troops, in retaliation, killed one LTTE cadre.
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On May 10, cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) opened fire towards troops at the FDL (Forward Defense Line) in the Muhamale area of Jaffna district, reported Sri Lanka Army. Troops, in retaliation, killed one LTTE cadre.
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May - 10 
The pro-LTTE Tamil Party Tamil National Alliance (TNA) has defended the air attacks of the LTTE, according to Daily Mirror. The Jaffna district TNA Member of Parliament, S. Gajendran, participating in the debate on extension of emergency regulations said in the Parliament, "This is only to attack id
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The pro-LTTE Tamil Party Tamil National Alliance (TNA) has defended the air attacks of the LTTE, according to Daily Mirror. The Jaffna district TNA Member of Parliament, S. Gajendran, participating in the debate on extension of emergency regulations said in the Parliament, "This is only to attack identified enemy targets within Sri Lanka and not to attack India. The government had said the LTTE air power was a threat to India as well. But we are certain the LTTE ‘air force’ was set up only to protect us in the northeast and not to attack any other powerful country like India."
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May - 11 May - 13
At Muhamalai in the Jaffna district SFs recovered twenty two APMs, one anti tank mine and one GPS on May 11. SFs also recovered one T-56 weapon, four T-56 magazines with one hundred rounds of ammunition and one pouch from the Welikanda area of Pollonnaruwa district on May 13.
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At Muhamalai in the Jaffna district SFs recovered twenty two APMs, one anti tank mine and one GPS on May 11. SFs also recovered one T-56 weapon, four T-56 magazines with one hundred rounds of ammunition and one pouch from the Welikanda area of Pollonnaruwa district on May 13.
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May - 11 May - 13
During a special search operation conducted by the Navy in the area between Trincomalee and Kuchchaweli on May 13 naval troops recovered a haul of medical items and a tractor belonging to LTTE cadres. Troops also recovered fifteen barrels of diesel, each containing 210-liters, to be transported to t
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During a special search operation conducted by the Navy in the area between Trincomalee and Kuchchaweli on May 13 naval troops recovered a haul of medical items and a tractor belonging to LTTE cadres. Troops also recovered fifteen barrels of diesel, each containing 210-liters, to be transported to the un-cleared areas (area not under Government control) for the LTTE, from the Kondampiddi area of Mannar district on May 11.
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May - 11 
One civilian was injured when LTTE cadres opened fire targeting an Army foot patrol at Ukkulankulam in the Vavuniya district.
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One civilian was injured when LTTE cadres opened fire targeting an Army foot patrol at Ukkulankulam in the Vavuniya district.
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May - 12 
A day earlier, an LTTE cadre attempting to infiltrate the Muhamalai FDL in the same district was shot dead by troops.
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A day earlier, an LTTE cadre attempting to infiltrate the Muhamalai FDL in the same district was shot dead by troops.
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May - 12 
At Andankulam troops recovered three 60-mm mortar bombs and one 40-mm grenade launcher cartridge on May 12.
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At Andankulam troops recovered three 60-mm mortar bombs and one 40-mm grenade launcher cartridge on May 12.
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May - 12 
Four more LTTE cadres were reportedly killed by SF personnel who confronted a group of the outfit’s cadres in the Periyathampanai area of the same district on May 12.
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Four more LTTE cadres were reportedly killed by SF personnel who confronted a group of the outfit’s cadres in the Periyathampanai area of the same district on May 12.
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May - 13 
On May 13, one soldier and a LTTE cadre were killed during clashes between SFs and LTTE cadres in the area west of Vavuniya.
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On May 13, one soldier and a LTTE cadre were killed during clashes between SFs and LTTE cadres in the area west of Vavuniya.
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May - 13 
On May 13, troops shot dead one LTTE cadre who attempted to lob a hand grenade at an Army foot patrol in the Sandilippai area of Jaffna district, reports SLA. One hand grenade was recovered from his possession.
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On May 13, troops shot dead one LTTE cadre who attempted to lob a hand grenade at an Army foot patrol in the Sandilippai area of Jaffna district, reports SLA. One hand grenade was recovered from his possession.
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May - 13 
On the same day, Police at Irattaperiyakulam roadblock in the Vavuniya district recovered 32 large television sets that contained 30 Global Positioning System (GPS) devices and 573 communication sets from a lorry bound for north carrying a stock of grocery items. 304 battery covers used for communic
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On the same day, Police at Irattaperiyakulam roadblock in the Vavuniya district recovered 32 large television sets that contained 30 Global Positioning System (GPS) devices and 573 communication sets from a lorry bound for north carrying a stock of grocery items. 304 battery covers used for communication sets, 495 communication set holders, 407 antennas and 19 data cables were also recovered from inside the lorry.
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May - 13 
Seven cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed by security forces (SFs) during clashes with the outfit in the areas closer to the Madu FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Mannar district on May 13, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA).
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Seven cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed by security forces (SFs) during clashes with the outfit in the areas closer to the Madu FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Mannar district on May 13, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA).
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May - 14 
On May 14, troops recovered two hand grenades from the Thatpaththiri area of Jaffna district.
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On May 14, troops recovered two hand grenades from the Thatpaththiri area of Jaffna district.
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May - 14 
One Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadre was killed and another sustained injuries when troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres who were trying to infiltrate the Army defence line at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district on May 14, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). One T-56 weapon and 11 anti perso
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One Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadre was killed and another sustained injuries when troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres who were trying to infiltrate the Army defence line at Muhamalai in the Jaffna district on May 14, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). One T-56 weapon and 11 anti personnel mines were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 15 
On May 15, the LTTE set ablaze a Sri Lanka Central Transport Board bus carrying about 100 passengers, including school children and women, in Jaffna after ordering its passengers to alight from the bus, reported Daily News. The bus belonging to the Kondavil depot was travelling from Maradanamadam to
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On May 15, the LTTE set ablaze a Sri Lanka Central Transport Board bus carrying about 100 passengers, including school children and women, in Jaffna after ordering its passengers to alight from the bus, reported Daily News. The bus belonging to the Kondavil depot was travelling from Maradanamadam to Urimpirai when it was forced to stop at Palai main road by a group of LTTE cadres who lobbed a petrol bomb into the bus setting it ablaze. "The LTTE cadres forced out the passengers from the bus before lobbying a petrol bomb into it," said Military spokesman Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe, adding none of the passengers was injured in the incident while the bus was completely destroyed.
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May - 15 
On May 15, troops recovered one T-56 weapon, three magazines and a hand grenade from an abandoned courtyard of a house at Mirusuvil in the Jaffna district.
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On May 15, troops recovered one T-56 weapon, three magazines and a hand grenade from an abandoned courtyard of a house at Mirusuvil in the Jaffna district.
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May - 15 
On the same day, a LTTE cadre, identified as Thangawelu, who was trying to evade the troops in the company of another LTTE cadre was shot dead by troops in the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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On the same day, a LTTE cadre, identified as Thangawelu, who was trying to evade the troops in the company of another LTTE cadre was shot dead by troops in the Villattikulam area of Vavuniya district.
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May - 15 
Troops arrested two suspected LTTE sympathisers aboard a lorry who were attempting to smuggle a stock of illicit medicine and several other vehicle spare to the uncleared areas (area not under Government control) through the Omanthai Entry/Exit point in Vavuniya district, SLA reported.
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Troops arrested two suspected LTTE sympathisers aboard a lorry who were attempting to smuggle a stock of illicit medicine and several other vehicle spare to the uncleared areas (area not under Government control) through the Omanthai Entry/Exit point in Vavuniya district, SLA reported.
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May - 16 
At least 20 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them sustained injuries during clashes with the troops in the area east of Madhu in Mannar district on May 16, Colombo Page reports. One soldier who was injured in the incident succumbed to his injuri
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At least 20 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed and an unspecified number of them sustained injuries during clashes with the troops in the area east of Madhu in Mannar district on May 16, Colombo Page reports. One soldier who was injured in the incident succumbed to his injuries later. Military spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe said that the troops confronted a group of armed LTTE cadres who attempted to enter the cleared areas (area under Government control) and added that troops on the ground received backup from the artillery division and pushed the LTTE cadres further north. He also accused the LTTE of trying to keep civilians east of the Madhu and Mannar areas under siege.
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May - 16 
Three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres and a soldier were killed when troops came under two successive LTTE attacks in the area east of Madu in the Vavuniya district on May 16, the military officials said, according to Colombo Page. During subsequent search operations, troops recovered
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Three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres and a soldier were killed when troops came under two successive LTTE attacks in the area east of Madu in the Vavuniya district on May 16, the military officials said, according to Colombo Page. During subsequent search operations, troops recovered three T-56 assault riffles along with magazines and ammunition from the incident site.
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May - 17 
Colombo Page reports that heavy mortar fire by the LTTE in the Omanthai area of Vavuniya district on May 17 forced the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) representatives at the Omanthai entry/exit point to withdraw. Military sources said the LTTE launched intermittent mortar attacks fro
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Colombo Page reports that heavy mortar fire by the LTTE in the Omanthai area of Vavuniya district on May 17 forced the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) representatives at the Omanthai entry/exit point to withdraw. Military sources said the LTTE launched intermittent mortar attacks from early morning forcing the authorities to temporarily close the Omanthai entry/exit point to civilian traffic. "Civilians as well as traffic had to be immediately turned away or given safety precautions as the members of the ICRC delegation too began deserting the place in the face of falling LTTE mortars," an unnamed military official said, adding, "Departure of the ICRC point officials forced the Security Forces to immediately close down the vital link-way as a security measure without risking the lives of Kilinochchi bound civilians and the traffic."
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May - 17 
Troops arrested a person on a motorcycle with a hand grenade and Rupees 48,000 in cash from Vavuniya town.
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Troops arrested a person on a motorcycle with a hand grenade and Rupees 48,000 in cash from Vavuniya town.
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May - 18 
In retaliation action troops killed two LTTE cadres after they attacked a navy foot patrol in the Kayts area of Jaffna district on May 18 (today).
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In retaliation action troops killed two LTTE cadres after they attacked a navy foot patrol in the Kayts area of Jaffna district on May 18 (today).
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May - 18 
Troops recovered arms and explosives at Point Pedro in the Jaffna district. The recoveries include three T-56 assault rifles, two claymore mines, 285 T-56 ammunitions, a suicide jacket with explosives, 750gm. of C-4 explosive, 11 magazines, 6m length of detonator code, 2 remote controller devices, a
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Troops recovered arms and explosives at Point Pedro in the Jaffna district. The recoveries include three T-56 assault rifles, two claymore mines, 285 T-56 ammunitions, a suicide jacket with explosives, 750gm. of C-4 explosive, 11 magazines, 6m length of detonator code, 2 remote controller devices, a 9v battery and a cyanide capsule.
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May - 19 
Omanthai check point in Vavuniya that remained closed after LTTE mortar attacks on May 17 was re-opened on May 19 for civil and transport movement.
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Omanthai check point in Vavuniya that remained closed after LTTE mortar attacks on May 17 was re-opened on May 19 for civil and transport movement.
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May - 19 
Three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres attempting to infiltrate the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district were killed by troops on May 19, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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Three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres attempting to infiltrate the Muhamalai FDL (Forward Defence Line) in Jaffna district were killed by troops on May 19, reports Sri Lanka Army.
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May - 19 
Troops found a vest for suicide bombings, 750 grams of explosives, and assault rifles during a search operation in the Jaffna peninsula.
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Troops found a vest for suicide bombings, 750 grams of explosives, and assault rifles during a search operation in the Jaffna peninsula.
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May - 20 
A day earlier, SFs killed two LTTE cadres in the area north of Parappakandal in Mannar district.
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A day earlier, SFs killed two LTTE cadres in the area north of Parappakandal in Mannar district.
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May - 20 
Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed by troops in an ambush at Palampiddi in the Vavuniya district on May 20, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Troops also recovered three T-56 weapons from the incident site.
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Eight Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed by troops in an ambush at Palampiddi in the Vavuniya district on May 20, reports Sri Lanka Army (SLA). Troops also recovered three T-56 weapons from the incident site.
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May - 20 
Nearly 600 combatants have been killed in military operations against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the north in the past four months, said military spokesman Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe on May 20, according to Associated Press. At least 541 LTTE cadres and 44 soldiers have been kille
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Nearly 600 combatants have been killed in military operations against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the north in the past four months, said military spokesman Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe on May 20, according to Associated Press. At least 541 LTTE cadres and 44 soldiers have been killed in battles in the Mannar and Vavuniya districts, he added, saying the aim of the operation is to destroy LTTE mortar positions and to free thousands of civilians held as ''human shields'' in the outfit-held territory.
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May - 20 
Troops recovered one T-56 magazine, a binocular, 27 rounds of GPMG ammunition, one claymore mine circuit, one remote controller and a hand grenade from an abandoned house at Thamparamalai in the Point Pedro area. A day earlier, troops had recovered a cache of weapons and explosives along with a suic
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Troops recovered one T-56 magazine, a binocular, 27 rounds of GPMG ammunition, one claymore mine circuit, one remote controller and a hand grenade from an abandoned house at Thamparamalai in the Point Pedro area. A day earlier, troops had recovered a cache of weapons and explosives along with a suicide jacket consisting of steel balls and gelignite from the same location. The recoveries included three T-56 weapons, one cyanide capsule, eleven magazines with full of ammunition, two claymore mines with two stands, one T-56 tool box, 9v battery, 750gm of C-4 explosive powder, six metre detonator code and a remote controller.
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May - 20 May - 21
Troops recovered two hand grenades (SFG 87-U/S), seven Army ID cards and one note book with Tamil notes from the Chullipulam area of Jaffna district between May 20 and 21, reported SLA. Troops also arrested a suspect in this connection.
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Troops recovered two hand grenades (SFG 87-U/S), seven Army ID cards and one note book with Tamil notes from the Chullipulam area of Jaffna district between May 20 and 21, reported SLA. Troops also arrested a suspect in this connection.
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May - 21 
A day earlier, a group of LTTE cadres attacked troops in the Omanthai area of the Vavuniya district, injuring two security force (SF) personnel, reported Sri Lanka Army. Troops, in retaliation, killed two LTTE cadres.
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A day earlier, a group of LTTE cadres attacked troops in the Omanthai area of the Vavuniya district, injuring two security force (SF) personnel, reported Sri Lanka Army. Troops, in retaliation, killed two LTTE cadres.
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May - 21 
On May 21, troops in retaliation killed two LTTE cadres when they were fired upon by the outfit’s cadres in the Omanthai area of Vavuniya district.
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On May 21, troops in retaliation killed two LTTE cadres when they were fired upon by the outfit’s cadres in the Omanthai area of Vavuniya district.
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May - 22 
LTTE cadres fired towards SF’s bunker in the Salambakulam area, injuring an unspecified number of SF personnel.
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LTTE cadres fired towards SF’s bunker in the Salambakulam area, injuring an unspecified number of SF personnel.
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May - 22 
On May 22 (today), the Sri Lanka Air Force planes bombed and destroyed a LTTE training base at Mankulama in the Kilinochchi district, reports the Ministry of Defence Website. The training complex was believed to be a regular visiting site of the LTTE's self-styled Police Chief Nadeshan, defence offi
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On May 22 (today), the Sri Lanka Air Force planes bombed and destroyed a LTTE training base at Mankulama in the Kilinochchi district, reports the Ministry of Defence Website. The training complex was believed to be a regular visiting site of the LTTE's self-styled Police Chief Nadeshan, defence officials said, adding it is not yet confirmed whether Nadeshan was present at the site, though some high profile LTTE cadres are believed to have been wounded.
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May - 22 
On May 22, SF personnel engaged a group of LTTE cadres who were trying to infiltrate into the Putukulam area of Mannar district and subsequently recovered one T-56 weapon, four magazines, one night vision, one ICOM set and two cyanide capsules from the incident site.
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On May 22, SF personnel engaged a group of LTTE cadres who were trying to infiltrate into the Putukulam area of Mannar district and subsequently recovered one T-56 weapon, four magazines, one night vision, one ICOM set and two cyanide capsules from the incident site.
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May - 22 
On the same day, one soldier was killed and another sustained injuries in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion targeting troops at Pompemadu in the Vavuniya district
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On the same day, one soldier was killed and another sustained injuries in a LTTE-triggered claymore mine explosion targeting troops at Pompemadu in the Vavuniya district
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May - 22 
The Sri Lankan government on May 22 unveiled separate flags for the Northern and Eastern provinces, reports Xinhua. "We have unveiled two separate flags for the Northern and Eastern provinces in terms of the Supreme Court ruling separating the two provinces," said the Minister of Local Government, J
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The Sri Lankan government on May 22 unveiled separate flags for the Northern and Eastern provinces, reports Xinhua. "We have unveiled two separate flags for the Northern and Eastern provinces in terms of the Supreme Court ruling separating the two provinces," said the Minister of Local Government, Janaka Bandara Tennakoon, adding, that unveiling of flags took place in the Trincomalee town.
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May - 22 
Three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed during two separate clashes in the Vavuniya district on May 22, said military spokesperson Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe, according to Associated Press.
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Three Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed during two separate clashes in the Vavuniya district on May 22, said military spokesperson Brig. Prasad Samarasinghe, according to Associated Press.
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May - 23 
SF personnel shot dead a LTTE cadre attempting to infiltrate the FDL (Forward Defence Line) at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district.
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SF personnel shot dead a LTTE cadre attempting to infiltrate the FDL (Forward Defence Line) at Nagarkovil in the Jaffna district.
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May - 23 
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had pulled its staff from two main exit and entry points at Uyilankulam and Omanthai, citing security concerns, Colombo Page reported. "The ICRC decided today, with immediate effect, to interrupt momentarily its presence at Omanthai and the Uyilank
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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had pulled its staff from two main exit and entry points at Uyilankulam and Omanthai, citing security concerns, Colombo Page reported. "The ICRC decided today, with immediate effect, to interrupt momentarily its presence at Omanthai and the Uyilankulam crossing points," said ICRC spokesperson Davide Vignati. "The decision was taken after few security incidents within the past five days that [have] jeopardised the safety of ICRC personnel....We will not return until we resolve the issue of safety with both parties," he added.
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May - 24 
At least 10 sailors were killed when the Sea Tigers, naval wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), boats attacked and infiltrated a Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) base on an island off the Jaffna peninsula before dawn on May 24 (today), the military said, according to Reuters. Denying the LTTE cl
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At least 10 sailors were killed when the Sea Tigers, naval wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), boats attacked and infiltrated a Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) base on an island off the Jaffna peninsula before dawn on May 24 (today), the military said, according to Reuters. Denying the LTTE claim that 35 sailors were killed in the incident, military spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe informed, "The Tigers have attacked a small naval detachment on Delft island in Jaffna. Less than 10 sailors are dead," adding, "We didn't even have 35 people there. That's totally false propaganda." The SLN spokesperson, Commander D. K. P Dassanayake, said that the outfit attacked the navy base at Delft in a flotilla of 15 boats and navy sailors sank one of them in attempts to repulse the ambush, adds Associated Press. The LTTE military spokesperson Rasiah Ilanthirayan, however, claimed that they swiftly overran the base and later found the bodies of 35 sailors. "The fighting lasted only 20 minutes and we completely overran the camp," Ilanthirayan said, adding that the cadres returned to their own base soon after the raid.
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May - 24 
LTTE cadres shot dead three home guards in the Kirivegama area of Vavuniya district, according to Sri Lana Army.
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LTTE cadres shot dead three home guards in the Kirivegama area of Vavuniya district, according to Sri Lana Army.
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May - 24 
LTTE military spokesman Irasiah Ilanthirayan told Tamil Net, "[The] commando marines of the LTTE naval wing, the Sea Tigers, launched a pre-dawn attack [on] Thursday on Delft islet off Jaffna coast inflicting heavy losses to the Sri Lanka Navy [SLN]," and claimed that at least 30 sailors were killed
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LTTE military spokesman Irasiah Ilanthirayan told Tamil Net, "[The] commando marines of the LTTE naval wing, the Sea Tigers, launched a pre-dawn attack [on] Thursday on Delft islet off Jaffna coast inflicting heavy losses to the Sri Lanka Navy [SLN]," and claimed that at least 30 sailors were killed, a Dvora Fast Attack Craft was destroyed and two naval vessels sustained damages in the operation that lasted for two hours.
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May - 24 
The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) foiled an attack by the Sea Tiger, naval wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on the SLN’s Delft Island base in Jaffna district on May 24-morning, reported Daily News. “The Navy observed two LTTE boats trying to infiltrate the Delft islands. They went into ac
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The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) foiled an attack by the Sea Tiger, naval wing of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), on the SLN’s Delft Island base in Jaffna district on May 24-morning, reported Daily News. “The Navy observed two LTTE boats trying to infiltrate the Delft islands. They went into action and attacked the LTTE boats which were spying on the Navy coast guard. Following this, 16 sea Tiger boats including six suicide boats attacked the Navy,” military spokesperson Brigadier Prasad Samarasinghe said, adding, “The sea battle lasted for four hours from 1.30 am to 4.30 a.m. The sailors foiled the attack successfully causing heavy damage to the sea Tiger cadres. We believe that the LTTE suffered heavy damage. The sailors retaliated the attack with the assistance of the Air Force.” According to the LTTE communications intercepts, more than 18 Sea Tiger cadres, including four leaders, were killed, informed Samarasinghe, adding, four sailors were also killed and an equal number of them sustained injuries in the incident. The Navy also destroyed four LTTE suicide boats out of the 18 and severely damaged another two. The LTTE flotilla had come to the Delft Island (42 square kilometres) from Mannar and Pooneryn and attacked the Navy guard from the ground.
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May - 25 
On May 25, troops killed two armed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), who had entered into the government-held territory in Muhamalai on the Jaffna peninsula. Lt. Col. Upali Rajapakse said that the cadres were shot before they had a chance to fire any shots.
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On May 25, troops killed two armed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), who had entered into the government-held territory in Muhamalai on the Jaffna peninsula. Lt. Col. Upali Rajapakse said that the cadres were shot before they had a chance to fire any shots.
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May - 25 
Sri Lankan security forces on May 25 shot dead 12 cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in separate encounters in the Vavuniya district of Northern Province, according to Zee News. The Defence Ministry said in a statement that "Initially 10 LTTE cadres were killed in a successful ass
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Sri Lankan security forces on May 25 shot dead 12 cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in separate encounters in the Vavuniya district of Northern Province, according to Zee News. The Defence Ministry said in a statement that "Initially 10 LTTE cadres were killed in a successful assault launched by the army… Subsequently, two more tiger cadre were killed in a separate incident."
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May - 25 
The Omanthai and Puliyankulam checkpoints continue to remain closed blocking the travel and transport to and from the territory controlled by the LTTE, Colombo Page reported. The Residential Officer of the International Committee of Red Cross and the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission delegate who met the
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The Omanthai and Puliyankulam checkpoints continue to remain closed blocking the travel and transport to and from the territory controlled by the LTTE, Colombo Page reported. The Residential Officer of the International Committee of Red Cross and the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission delegate who met the deputy leader of the LTTE political wing at Kilinochchi on May 25 returned to the government-controlled area in the evening but did not proclaim an exact date for the checkpoint opening.
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May - 27 
Soldiers found 11 anti-tank mines in the Muhamalai village of Jaffna.
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Soldiers found 11 anti-tank mines in the Muhamalai village of Jaffna.
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May - 27 
Unidentified gunmen shot dead two people in the Vayuniya district of northern Sri Lanka.
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Unidentified gunmen shot dead two people in the Vayuniya district of northern Sri Lanka.
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May - 28 
Three suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when the bomb they were carrying exploded accidentally at one of the victim’s houses in the Poonthottam area of Vavuniya district on May 28-night, according to Daily News. "The bomb went off close to a well and we found a vic
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Three suspected Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed when the bomb they were carrying exploded accidentally at one of the victim’s houses in the Poonthottam area of Vavuniya district on May 28-night, according to Daily News. "The bomb went off close to a well and we found a victim inside the well and the two others near the well", police said, adding, the incident occurred at the backyard of one of the victims’ houses and the house was also slightly damaged.
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May - 29 May - 30
At least nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed by troops in a fierce gun battle in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district, reports Sri Lanka Army. On May 29-afternoon, LTTE cadres attempted to infiltrate the areas held by the security forces (SFs) which ensued a 24-hour long
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At least nine Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres were killed by troops in a fierce gun battle in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district, reports Sri Lanka Army. On May 29-afternoon, LTTE cadres attempted to infiltrate the areas held by the security forces (SFs) which ensued a 24-hour long gun battle between the SFs and the LTTE cadres ending on May 30-afternoon in which nine LTTE cadres were killed. SFs compelled the rest of the cadres to retreat and also recovered their weapons.
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May - 29 
On May 29, LTTE cadres opened fire towards security forces (SFs) at Sarambakulam in the Vavuniya district, injuring one SF personnel who succumbed to his injuries later, reports the Ministry of Defence Website.
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On May 29, LTTE cadres opened fire towards security forces (SFs) at Sarambakulam in the Vavuniya district, injuring one SF personnel who succumbed to his injuries later, reports the Ministry of Defence Website.
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May - 29 
SFs recovered 23 Improvised Explosive Devices from the Kilaly area of Jaffna district. SFs also recovered nine 152-mm empty cases which were filled with explosives from the same area.
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SFs recovered 23 Improvised Explosive Devices from the Kilaly area of Jaffna district. SFs also recovered nine 152-mm empty cases which were filled with explosives from the same area.
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May - 29 
Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed and destroyed a LTTE base at Puthukkudiyiruppu in the Mullaittivu district, reports Colombo Page.
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Sri Lanka Air Force fighter jets bombed and destroyed a LTTE base at Puthukkudiyiruppu in the Mullaittivu district, reports Colombo Page.
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May - 29 
Troops also recovered two T-56 weapons, seven T-56 magazines, three hundred and sixty five T- 56 ammunition, one hand grenade, one micro pistol, magazine and 10 rounds, five remote control circuits used to detonate claymore mines from the Alaweddi area of the same district.
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Troops also recovered two T-56 weapons, seven T-56 magazines, three hundred and sixty five T- 56 ammunition, one hand grenade, one micro pistol, magazine and 10 rounds, five remote control circuits used to detonate claymore mines from the Alaweddi area of the same district.
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May - 30 
A day earlier, troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district and killed two of them, according to SLA. Two soldiers and an unspecified number of LTTE cadres sustained injuries in the incident.
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A day earlier, troops confronted a group of LTTE cadres in the Muhamalai area of Jaffna district and killed two of them, according to SLA. Two soldiers and an unspecified number of LTTE cadres sustained injuries in the incident.
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May - 30 
Air force fighter jets completely destroyed a LTTE arms and ammunition storage base in the Puthukkudiyiruppu area of Mullaittivu district.
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Air force fighter jets completely destroyed a LTTE arms and ammunition storage base in the Puthukkudiyiruppu area of Mullaittivu district.
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May - 30 
In a similar incident, four LTTE cadres were shot dead by SFs during clashes in the area west of Omanthai on May 30. Troops also recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from the area.
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In a similar incident, four LTTE cadres were shot dead by SFs during clashes in the area west of Omanthai on May 30. Troops also recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from the area.
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May - 30 
LTTE military spokesman claimed that the outfit confronted a contingent of Sri Lanka Army soldiers who attempted to advance through LTTE defense line in Madu, adding, "The SLA suffered casualties and fled the battleground carrying their own casualties," Tamil Net reported.
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LTTE military spokesman claimed that the outfit confronted a contingent of Sri Lanka Army soldiers who attempted to advance through LTTE defense line in Madu, adding, "The SLA suffered casualties and fled the battleground carrying their own casualties," Tamil Net reported.
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May - 30 
On May 30, troops foiled another LTTE infiltration attempt in the Madu area of Mannar district reportedly causing heavy casualties to the outfit. However, the number of LTTE fatalities is yet to be ascertained. Five SF personnel were reported killed in the incident.
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On May 30, troops foiled another LTTE infiltration attempt in the Madu area of Mannar district reportedly causing heavy casualties to the outfit. However, the number of LTTE fatalities is yet to be ascertained. Five SF personnel were reported killed in the incident.
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May - 31 
One soldier was killed and seven persons, including two women, an Army officer and a home guard, were injured in LTTE mortar attacks at Athawetunawewa village in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district on May 31, reports Colombo Page. The first mortar was fired around 10 AM and the next fell as the of
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One soldier was killed and seven persons, including two women, an Army officer and a home guard, were injured in LTTE mortar attacks at Athawetunawewa village in the Welioya area of Vavuniya district on May 31, reports Colombo Page. The first mortar was fired around 10 AM and the next fell as the officials reached the incident site. Athawetunawewa is situated in the controversial Welioya defence colony established in the late 1980s in the northern most edge of the Sinhalese settlements and the area is continuously targeted by the LTTE.
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May - 31 
Security forces (SFs) foiled a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attempt to infiltrate into the government controlled areas of Vavuniya district on May 31, causing heavy casualties to the outfit reports, Sri Lanka Army (SLA). However, the number of LTTE fatalities is yet to be ascertained. Fiv
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Security forces (SFs) foiled a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) attempt to infiltrate into the government controlled areas of Vavuniya district on May 31, causing heavy casualties to the outfit reports, Sri Lanka Army (SLA). However, the number of LTTE fatalities is yet to be ascertained. Five SF personnel were reported killed in the incident.
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May - 31 
Troops also recovered two claymore mines and four hand grenades from the Gurunagar area of Jaffna district.
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Troops also recovered two claymore mines and four hand grenades from the Gurunagar area of Jaffna district.
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*Data till , April 24, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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