LTTE activists from Australia stranded in Vanni

(January, 14, London, Sri Lanka Guardian) Sources close to the LTTE in Colombo confirm some eleven odd Tiger activists who had visited Sri Lanka some six month ago from Australia are stranded in Vanni due to escalating fights between the government forces and the LTTE. Most of these operatives were in Colombo and were carrying out some work for the LTTE there and is said have gone to the LTTE controlled Vanni approximately three months ago.

They fear their return to Colombo will lead to them being arrested and they are also facing transport difficulties. The prominent of the activists is said to be the elder brother of London head of the LTTE, A Chrishanthakumar well known as A C Shanthan. He is said to be a committed full time LTTE activist in Australia. A C Shanthan is currently on bail following his arrest and detention under Terrorism Act 2001 for his part in the activities of the proscribed LTTE in the UK.