21.1.2008

Fifteen LTTE terrorists were killed and over thirty wounded in a pre-dawn clash between security forces and LTTE today (January 21), ahead of Nagarkovil defences.

According to Jaffna military command, troops launched a multi-pronged surprise assault at LTTE positions ahead of Nagarkovil defences, around 2.30 a.m. forcing terrorists to flee with soaring casualties.

The advancing troops have destroyed 24 LTTE bunker defences, security sources said. Four LTTE bunkers were destroyed ahead of Nagarkovil FDLs, while 12 and 08 others bunkers were destroyed at Muhamalai and Kilali fronts respectively, the sources added.

Military said that, two valiant soldiers laid their lives while, nine others were wounded during the hours long confrontation. Latest, military reports citing intercepted LTTE communication stated that, wounded terrorists were taken to seven separate locations in the non-liberated region.

Courtesy - Sri Lanka Defence