Troops capture Tanniyuttu hospital
Troops of the 59 Division yesterday re-captured the Government
hospital situated in Tanniyuttu town, Mulliyawalai which had been used
by LTTE terrorists as a key strategic point to attack the Armed Forces
and treat their injured cadres.
The LTTE has erected several bunkers within the hospital premises
while they have also used the hospital building to erect bunkers.
After a two day battle, the 59 Division captured the hospital and its
surrounding area.
The LTTE have taken medicine and all the equipment from hospital. The
terrorists have used the hospital to treat their injured cadres and
launch attacks on the Armed Forces.
Troops have also recovered several LTTE uniforms and other equipment
used by the terrorists. |
