EU condemns LTTE's use of violence and intimidation to prevent civilians from leaving the conflict area

Tue, 2009-02-24 11:26

European Union has condemned the LTTE's use of violence and intimidation to prevent civilians from leaving the conflict area. The European Union, at a resolution adopted at the 2925th General Affairs Council meeting held in Brussel, has also called on the LTTE to lay down its arms and to renounce terrorism and violence once and for all, end the inhuman use of child soldiers and forced recruitment, and participate in a political process to achieve a just and lasting solution. In the meantime EU has called on the authorities of Sri Lanka to engage in an inclusive political process, which addresses the legitimate concerns of all communities.

READ MORE