SF against military deployment

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Jailed Sarath Fonseka told media on Monday that he is against the military deployment to control protests in the country, the BBC reported.

"In civilised countries one would not replace the police with the army to control protests," Mr Fonseka said.

The government that attempted to "steal" private sector workers funds, Mr Fonseka said, is currently planning to "steal" funds sent by Sri Lankans abroad.

“I urge the army not to turn the guns used against terrorists towards civilians."

General Fonseka made these comments on his way back to prison from a hearing in courts.

He is accused of spreading public disaffection by quoting allegations that the defence secretary ordered surrendering Tamil Tiger leaders to be shot dead.

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willowsw Tuesday, 07 June 2011 04:04 AM

Well said Sir.

Srupid Tuesday, 07 June 2011 09:32 AM

Gotha, over to you.

sam Tuesday, 07 June 2011 11:07 AM

really, who cares what he thinks ?? still trying to get few headlines.

ami Tuesday, 07 June 2011 01:53 PM

I do care

Ajithkumar Tuesday, 07 June 2011 02:47 PM

The day that gun is turned towards you - you will have to care...

Conscience Wednesday, 08 June 2011 04:35 AM

Did he have the same sentiments few years ba

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