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I hasten to unreservedly condemn the latest act of cowardice and
brutality by the LTTE, in exploding a bomb that has killed and
injured many civilians and police personnel, in Colombo.
I wish to first extend my sincere condolences to the bereaved
families of those killed, and call upon blessings for a speedy
recovery to all those injured in this act of wanton savagery.
With this bomb attack on a busy street, the LTTE has once again
demonstrated to the world its total commitment to violence and
terror to achieve its separatist goals in Sri Lanka , and its
absolute contempt for democracy and human rights.
Repeated savagery of this order underlines and reiterates the
need for concerted action by all those who cherish democracy,
human rights and the values of civilized society, to eradicate
the menace of terrorism of which the LTTE remains the bloodiest
example today.
While understanding the deep shock and revulsion felt by all at
this loss of life and limb caused by the LTTE, I call upon the
people to remain calm and not be provoked by this further
display of its unmitigated terror. Your continued patience and
restraint in the face of such undisguised savagery is the best
way to assist the Security Forces to succeed in their operations
to defeat terrorism in our country. |