One terrorist was killed by snipers deployed in the general area of Kattiaratan, 3 kms south of Muhamalai on June 16, the Information Department said.

Troops operating ahead of the forward defence line in the general area of Ponnar confronted a group of terrorists on June 16. Troops confirmed the killing of one terrorist and wounding another. No casualties to our own troops.

Troops on ambush ahead of the forward defence line in the general area of Muhamalai have observed a group of terrorists and exploded a claymore mine on June 16. Troops confirmed killing of four terrorists.

Vavuniya: Troops operating in the general area of Vilakvittakulam, 15 kms north of Vavuniya have destroyed two terrorist bunkers on June 16. Terrorist casualties are not yet confirmed. Snipers deployed in the same area confirmed the killing of one terrorist the same day.

Trincomalee: Troops operating ahead of the forward defence line in the general area of Kumalamunai, 10 kms north of Welioya attacked a group of terrorists and recovered a T56 weapon with a magazine on June 16. Troops believe that at least four terrorists were killed or wounded.