More Tiger Territory Seized, Says Military
December 12 2008
The Sri Lankan military says it has seized more Tamil Tiger territory in its push to the rebel "capital" of Kilinochchi, Agence France-Presse reports.
Security forces reported taking the town of Terumarikandi, 5 miles south of Kilinochchi, on Friday. The towns of Kokkavil, Olumadu and Pooneryn were captured earlier.
"Scores of LTTE cadres were killed and many others reportedly sustained injuries during the intense fighting reported in the area for last two days," the Defense...
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