Lanka offers war advice

19 May 2010 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

Sri Lanka has offered India its expertise in defeating the LTTE to help fight the Naxals. Sri Lanka has said its armed forces could train Indian paramilitary personnel to successfully fight the Naxals. The offer was recently conveyed by Lankan High Commissioner Prasad Kariyavasam to National Security Advisor Shiv Shankar Menon.

Sources told Headlines Today that the assistance was offered only for the areas where Naxals have made their presence felt and covered all aspects of training. It is not clear how the Indian government responded to the offer.

The Lankan army's expertise in small-team operations paid off during its war against the LTTE. The use of UAV imagery by the air force also helped. After their victory against the LTTE last year, the Lankan forces are probably the most combat hardened in the world in fighting large-sized guerilla outfits like the Naxalites. (Headlines Today)

Breaking News

Lanka offers war advice

Most Popular Articles

Breaking Down the Israel–Iran Conflict: What We Know So Far - Day 100

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Sri Lankan Standard Time

Mother wins three-decade legal battle over property against son

Major food supplier fined for selling expired products

‘Jean Aunty’ chased away from Suresh Sallay’s protest at Fort

Hayleys obtains enjoining order against Wimal Weerawansa

Latest News

Gold fever sends some vintage luxury watches to the melting furnace

Iran and US close on initial deal, Tehran says no signing on Sunday

Minor flood situation reported in Kuda Ganga sub-basin

Education will be protected in any crisis: PM

Disabled university students to receive Rs. 5,000 allowance