Historical Events tagged with "tamil"

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Military & Warfare

Mass Killing of Tamil Civilians by Peacekeepers

August 2nd, 1989 35 years ago

An incident occurred where Indian Peace Keeping Forces engaged in operations that resulted in the deaths of 64 ethnic Tamil civilians in Sri Lanka. This incident raised significant concerns about the conduct of peacekeeping forces and the treatment of Tamil civilians during the civil conflict between the Sri Lankan government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam.

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Sri Lankan Tamil Mercenaries in Maldivian Coup

November 3rd, 1988 36 years ago

A group of Sri Lankan Tamil mercenaries attempted to overthrow the Maldivian government, targeting key installations in Malé. The rebellion was short-lived as President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom called for assistance. The Indian military quickly intervened, suppressing the revolt within 24 hours. This marked a significant moment in regional security dynamics.

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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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Military & Warfare

Operation Pawan Launched in Sri Lanka

October 11th, 1987 37 years ago

Operation Pawan was initiated by Indian forces in Sri Lanka to aid the Sri Lankan government in combating the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The operation followed an agreement between India and Sri Lanka aimed at ensuring peace in the region. The conflict saw thousands of civilians, insurgents, and soldiers lose their lives, emphasizing the operation's intense nature and the complexities involved in the Sri Lankan Civil War.

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Sri Lankan Army Massacres Tamil Farm Workers

February 19th, 1986 39 years ago

In Akkaraipattu, eastern Sri Lanka, the Sri Lankan Army killed 80 Tamil farm workers. The incident stemmed from the ongoing ethnic conflict between the Sri Lankan government and the Tamil population, exacerbated by military actions against perceived Tamil militancy. This brutal act highlighted the tensions and violence faced by the Tamil community during this period.

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Politics & Government

M. Alalasundaram and V. Dharmalingam Shot Dead

September 2nd, 1985 39 years ago

M. Alalasundaram and V. Dharmalingam, prominent Sri Lankan Tamil politicians, were assassinated in Colombo, Sri Lanka. They were known for their active roles in advocating for Tamil rights during the escalating conflict in the region. Their murders were part of an ongoing violence that marked the early years of the Sri Lankan Civil War, reflecting the deep-seated tensions between the Tamil minority and the Sinhalese majority. This incident triggered further unrest and drew attention to the volatile political climate.

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Military & Warfare

Civilians Killed in Mannar by Sri Lankan Army

December 4th, 1984 40 years ago

In Mannar, Sri Lankan Army soldiers were implicated in the deaths of 107 to 150 civilians amidst ongoing conflict. The incident contributed to international scrutiny and criticism of the Sri Lankan government's military tactics against the Tamil population during the Sri Lankan Civil War, which had been intensifying since the early 1980s due to ethnic tensions and separatist aspirations.

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Crime & Law

Massacre of Tamil Political Prisoners

July 27th, 1983 41 years ago

Eighteen Tamil political prisoners were killed by Sinhalese prisoners at the Welikada high-security prison in Colombo. This massacre was part of a violent crackdown during a period of ethnic tension in Sri Lanka, which was exacerbated by the ongoing civil conflict. The attack occurred just two days after an earlier massacre, highlighting the deep-seated animosity and the climate of fear within the prison system. The event underscored the precarious situation for Tamils in the country amid escalating violence.

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Military & Warfare

Beginning of the Black July Anti-Tamil Riots

July 24th, 1983 41 years ago

The Black July riots erupted in Sri Lanka as a violent response to the killing of 13 Sri Lankan soldiers in an ambush by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Jaffna. Leading to widespread anti-Tamil violence across the island, the riots saw Sinhala mobs attack Tamil homes and businesses, resulting in deaths, injuries, and the displacement of thousands of Tamils. The death toll estimates range from 400 to 3,000 individuals, marking a significant escalation in ethnic tensions as the civil conflict intensified.

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