Sri Lankan Air Force fighter jets made precision air sorties at an LTTE sea tiger base located in the Nayaru lagoon, Mullaittivu, Wednesday (August 6), as pilots confirmed destroying 2 boats at around 11a.m.

According to Air Force Spokesperson Wing Commander Janaka Nanayakkara, the raid was launched following information received confirming intensified sea tiger activity in the lagoon area. Heavy damages were caused to the LTTE facility, he said citing fighter pilots.

On Tuesday (5), Air Force MI-24 helicopter gunships continued offensive sorties at LTTE positions, 4km Southwest of Tunukkai, assisting troops of the 57 Division advancing in the area. The air raid was launched at around 8.45p.m., Air Force Spokesperson further said.