Historical Events tagged with "indian forces"
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Military & Warfare
Massacre at Jaffna Hospital by Indian Forces
October 21st, 1987 37 years ago
Indian peacekeeping forces conducted an operation in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, resulting in the deaths of 70 Tamil patients, doctors, and nurses. The incident allegedly occurred during a military operation aimed at curbing Tamil militant activity in the region. Eyewitness accounts describe the chaotic and tragic aftermath, as many victims were unarmed civilians receiving medical care. The brutality of the incident raised significant concerns about the conduct of peacekeeping forces and their impact on local populations amidst the ongoing conflict.
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