Wanni liberation continues; 34 terrorists killed, 18 wounded
At least 34 terrorists were killed when the troops
attack against LTTE defences in multi-pronged assault launched in
Jaffna, Mannar, Vavuniya and Welioya fronts yesterday, April 26.
Army snipers deployed in Jaffna theatre of battle,
gunned down 4 LTTE terrorists in Kilaly, Muhamalai and Nagarkovil
fronts.
In Vavuniya front, troops have observed a terror
movement and attacked them in general area Navatkulam. Ground sources
confirmed that an LTTE terrorist was killed in this attack.
Meanwhile, troops have launched an attack targeting a
group of LTTE terrorist in general area Vilakkvittakulam. By
intercepting the terror transmission it is learnt that 3 LTTE cadres
were killed in this attack.
In Mannar front, troops have launched heavy gun fire
at an enemy target in general area Andankulam. By monitoring LTTE
communication it is revealed that a terrorist was killed in this attack.
Meanwhile, troops have launched an attack targeting LTTE bunker defence
in general area Mantota. Ground troops confirmed that at least 4
terrorists were killed. Two terror bunkers were also fully destroyed.
A fierce battle erupted between security forces and
LTTE, when the terrorists trying to storm the defence line with
artillery and mortar fire in Welioya front. The battle was erupted in
general era north of Janakapura during the day time and the terrorists
attempt to breach the defence line was successfully thwarted by causing
heavy losses to the enemy. By monitoring the LTTE communication
channels, it is learnt that 18 terrorists were killed while another 18
suffered injuries during is gun battle. In a search operation conducted
in the area following the confrontation, a slain body an LTTE cadre was
uncovered along with a T-56 weapon, 10 hand grenades, 3 radio sets and
several warlike items left behind by the fleeing terrorists. Seven
security forces personnel have made their utter sacrifice for the sake
of their motherland while 10 others suffered injuries. One soldier
reported gone missing during this confrontation and search operations
are still in progress to locate him.
Meanwhile, troops have launched an attack at terror
bunker in the same area in morning hours. Ground troops confirmed that 3
LTTE cadres were killed in this attack. No damages reported for own
troops.
Separately, troops have attack observing an LTTE
movement in general area north of Kiriibbanwewa. Troops confirmed that 3
terrorists were either killed or wounded in this attack.
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