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by Ranga Jayasuriya

The Cabinet decision to de-proscribe the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam was received with mixed reactions. Backers claimed it will bolster the peace bid, while protesters called it an act to legitimise tyranny. Mannar Bishop Rev. Rayappu Joseph welcomed the de-proscription calling it an "indispensable part" of the talks.
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