Troops begin rescue mission

58 division enters Puthumathalan no fire zone and begins rescueing trapped civilians.The world's biggest rescue mission began early today by capruring the Tiger's last earth bund West of No fire Zone. The military is reported to have rescued 30,000 trapped civilians as of now.


Over 1000 civilians have sought refuge with the soldiers of Army 55 Division manning the northern boundary of the No Fire Zone (NFZ) at Plamattalan, South of Challai, reveal defence sources.

Reportedly, the photographs captured by the Air Force Unmanned Aerial Vessels show that thousands civilians are queuing to cross into the Army-held areas.

Sailors join hands with soldiers for rescue mission; over 1500 hostages seek refuge with Navy sea units

Sri Lanka Navy sea units deployed in the northeastern coastal waters of the Island have rescued 92 boats with over 1500 civilians onboard. According to the Navy sources, navy units are now escorting 80 boats to the Point Pedro harbour whereas another 12 boats are being escorted to Pulmoddai.
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