We deny all the allegations. The government wants to hurt us internationally.

There is no connection whatsoever between us and this attack. The Liberation Tigers were not involved in any activity that breaches the cease-fire agreement.

Whoever wins the presidential election will have no choice but to meet us to discuss the peace process since the conflict involves us. So with this in mind, we are ready to meet any party that comes to power.

The three sailors died. One Sea Tiger cadre was injured.

We have asked Norway to announce a fresh date for the talks because we are going to have a central committee meeting before that.

It will affect the atmosphere of the peace process.