Rebels warn of repercussions after raid
The Tamil Tigers warned the government Wednesday that it could face “serious repercussions” after the rebels said an air force raid killed 16 people, including eight children. The air force said it had targeted a base in the northwest on Tuesday operated by the rebel naval wing. The Defense Ministry denied that civilians were bombed and accused the rebels of spreading false information to discredit the security forces and win international sympathy. Full Story