Sri Lankan Civil War

The Sri Lankan Civil War (1983-2009) was a prolonged conflict between the Sri Lankan government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), a militant group seeking an independent Tamil state. Rooted in ethnic tensions, discrimination, and political grievances, the war involved military clashes, terrorist attacks, and sieges. It caused significant loss of life, displacement, and suffering for civilians. The conflict ended in 2009 with the government military victory over the LTTE, but underlying ethnic issues remain. The war remains a significant chapter in Sri Lanka’s history, affecting its social and political landscape.