Topic: Velupillai Prabhakaran

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Scarred by Sri Lanka's war with Tamil Tigers, female ex-fighters build new lives

Many women fought for the Tamil Tigers in Sri Lanka's 26-year war. Critical gaps in education, psychological problems, and physical injuries make job opportunities tough to come by.
Tamils in Canada vote for independent homeland in Sri Lanka

In the latest such vote to be held by Tamils of Sri Lankan descent living abroad, members of the diaspora across Canada overwhelmingly voted “yes” on a referendum held Saturday calling for an independent homeland.
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.
Terrorism & Security
Sri Lanka: Tamil Tiger leader arrest could be key blow

Selvarasa Pathmanathan led the remnants of the rebel organization that was militarily defeated by Sri Lanka three months ago.
Difference Maker
People making a difference: Visaka Dharmadasa

After her son went missing in action, this Sri Lankan woman launched a nonprofit that helps trace soldiers like him.
Some Tamils wary of Sri Lankan leader's outreach

The president promised the ethnic minority 'equal rights' during a victory speech Tuesday.
Terrorism & Security
Sri Lanka reveals evidence of rebel leader's death

President declares formal end to 26-year civil war and calls for unity.
Sri Lanka: Can Tamil Tigers go on without their leader?

The military said it shot dead Vellipulai Prabhakaran Monday, a day after the rebels admitted defeat in their 26-year war.
Global News Blog
Briefing: Sri Lanka's Tamil Tiger conflict

Questions and answers on the 26-year insurgency that appears to be over.
Global News Blog
Sri Lanka says Tamil Tiger leader is dead

The military says it killed Velupillai Prabhakaran, top deputies, and his son, a day after the rebel movement admitted defeat.
Obama's call for peace in Sri Lanka

Peace for this island nation needs more foreign leaders speaking out.
How will Sri Lanka reconcile after a bitter war?

The campaign against the Tamil Tigers appears to be ending. But deep ethnic divides behind the conflict remain.
Sri Lanka gives Tigers 24 hours to surrender

Tens of thousands of civilians fled Monday as the government breached rebels' defensive wall.
Terrorism & Security
Sri Lankan rebels cornered in 'no-fire zone'

The Tamil Tigers left their stronghold and fled to an area where thousands of civilians are trapped.
Sri Lanka nears victory in long war with Tamil Tigers

The Army has squeezed the rebels into a small patch of jungle since seizing their last major stronghold Sunday. But they could still mount a messy counterinsurgency.
Fighting threatens Sri Lankan civilians

Humanitarian concerns are mounting as government forces bear down on rebel areas.
Sri Lanka advances on rebel base

While the military is making gains on the Tamil Tigers, it could become mired in guerrilla attacks.
Terrorism & Security
Sri Lanka says cease-fire with Tamil Tigers now over

The 2002 cease-fire was ignored in recent months, but Colombo's decision formally ends the Norwegian monitoring mission and means more attacks, say experts.