Army thwarts LTTE counterattacks in Adampan South- Kilinochchi

Troops of the 57 Division have thwarted successive attempts made by LTTE to launch counterattacks in general area South of Adampan, Kilinochchi, Saturday (Dec 6).

Fierce fighting ensued between troops and LTTE which lasted from 3a.m., until 9p.m., Wanni military sources said. According to reports, terrorists have launched 3 successive counterattacks only to be left heavily beaten, with over two dozen LTTE fatalities and twice as many casualties.

Troops have engaged LTTE with heavy Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL), artillery and mortar fire, Wanni military sources further said.

Terrorists have withdrawn from the area abandoning dead, weapons and ammunitions, the sources said. LTTE's area ground leaders Velavan and Gopith were also involved in the failed attempt, military said citing intercepted LTTE communication.

The 57 Division troops are led by Major General Jagath Dias.