From Press TV:Seven soldiers and 17 Tamil Tiger rebels are killed in clashes in the past days in Sri Lanka's northern Welioya region, the military says.
The troops supported by mortar and artillery fire captured five positions, military spokesman Brig. Udaya Nanayakkara confirmed, adding that 35 rebels and 19 soldiers were injured in the fighting.
A further 30 rebels and six soldiers were killed in weekend fighting in the northern districts of Jaffna, Vavuniya, Polonnaruwa, and Mannar, he said.
The latest fighting follows the Friday twin bus blasts that left 24 civilians dead, added the military.
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News On Sri Lanka's Civil War From Other News Sources:
Sri Lanka not ready for peace moves, say rebels -- Reuters
Sri Lanka fighting kills another 20: military -- AFP
LTTE vows to cause heavy damages to Govt troops -- Colombo Page
S.Lanka rebels say responsible for attacks -- reuters
Sea Tigers raid key SLN camp in Mannaar -- Tamil Net
My Comment: The Sri Lankan Government is till on the offensive. They are not only successful in taking ground, but also keeping it. If they maintain this intensity, the Tigers may start to fragment.
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