2008
Major operations advanced into the Vanni.
Military history archive · 2008–2009
Final campaign in the North
The final phase of the war, during which government forces captured LTTE-held territory and the armed conflict ended in May 2009.
Historical overview
After the Eastern campaign, fighting shifted to the northern districts. Government forces advanced through the Vanni, capturing major towns and reducing the territory controlled by the LTTE.
The conflict ended in May 2009 with the military defeat of the LTTE. The final months caused severe civilian suffering and remain the subject of investigations and continuing demands for accountability.
Chronology
Key milestones
January 2009
Government forces captured Kilinochchi.
May 2009
The government announced the end of the war.
Personnel and service
Participating units
Unit-level records have not yet been added to this entry. Add verified regimental histories, official operational records or other reliable references before publishing specific unit participation.
Commanders and officers
Verified commander and officer records are awaiting documentation.
Fallen heroes
This memorial section is intended to honour military personnel who died in connection with this operation. Names, ranks, units and dates should be included only when supported by official memorial records or other reliable documentation.
Individual casualty records have not yet been verified for this entry. This does not mean that there were no casualties; consult documented memorial and service records before adding names or figures.
Documentation