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19 Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan navy

Nineteen Indian fishermen were arrested by the Sri Lankan navy on Saturday off the coast of Vadamaradchi East.

The arrested men, who are from Tamil Nadu, were accused of violating the international maritime border. They will be produced before Point Pedro magistrate today.

Two trailers and their fishing nets were also confiscated.

The arrest is the latest in the ongoing arrests and attacks against Tamil Nadu fishermen by the Sri Lankan navy.

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