29.11.2008

Troops of 59 Division further advancing towards their destination, Mullaittivu built-up, while conducting further consolidating operations in recently liberated areas, defence sources in Mullaittiuvu front said.

Sporadic clashes between troops and LTTE terrorists reported in general area north of Kumbulamunai during the daytime yesterday, 28 November. Troops confirmed that terrorists suffered heavy losses in the confrontations.

Meanwhile, army snipers deployed in forward defences in north of Kumbulamunai have effectively taken four targets, defence sources said.

Separately, troops have found 5 LTTE bodies along with 4 T-56 weapons and I-Com set while conducting a search operation following a heavy confrontation took place in general area south of Otiyamalai, Welioya, defence sources added.