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Sri Lanka Tamil camps: Why were they closed?

The Sri Lanka government will release 130,000 Tamil refugees from internment camps starting Dec. 1. Was the decision prompted by international pressure or domestic politics?
In Sri Lankan polls, Tamils affirm desire for self-rule

In the first election in 11 years Saturday, a pro-rebel party won the most local-council seats in Vavuniya and came in second in Jaffna.
Sri Lanka: War-zone access becomes flash point

Despite the government's declaration of victory, the area remains off limits, raising concerns about human rights violations and getting aid to civilians.
Sri Lankan 'detention' camps swell with Tamils

Aid workers struggle to help war-weary refugees as concerns grow about conditions in the shelters as well as timetables for resettlement.
Sri Lankan civilians trapped by Tamil Tigers 'last stand'

As the fighting has shrunk to a three-square mile strip of rebel-held land, Sri Lanka's military has framed its offensive as the world's 'largest hostage rescue mission.'
Sri Lankan refugees face open-ended detention in camps

Relieved to be out of the fighting, they also chafe at strict rules and often grim conditions.
Terrorism & Security
Thousands of civilians remain trapped in Sri Lankan war zone

The UN evacuated about 300 people Thursday but human rights groups say a humanitarian crisis is looming.
Terrorism & Security
Sri Lanka bombings follow government strikes

Tamil Tiger attacked a police station on Monday. Civilians are an increasing target in the conflict.