Cases of murder, abduction, disappearance and intimidation surface almost daily in Sri Lanka as it slides into lawlessness and war.

The ‘war on terror’ will not bring peace to Sri Lanka.

America’s simplistic approach to Sri Lanka’s conflict mirrors her support for Iraq’s former war against the Kurds.

International hopes rest on Rajapakse’s war strategy.

We are helping, and we will help. The international community has been taking action to try to slow the ability of the Tamil Tigers to get supplies, to get money, and to get weapons.'

They came seeking refuge, but death may still find them here – albeit from illness not a gun'

On the second anniversary of the murder of Tamilnet editor Sivaram Dharmeratnam and the first anniversary of the murder of two Uthayan employees, the killers struck again, murdering another journalist with impunity in an area controlled by the army.

Summary of incidents – apart from major clashes – since 23 April.

The high number of displaced in Batticaloa as well as the fact that they are so widely dispersed makes food delivery a logistical nightmare.

The SLMM is gravely concerned over the increased number of civilians trapped in the line of fire and becoming innocent victims to the escalating conflict.

Summary of incidents – apart from major clashes – since 30 April.

The British diplomatic mission in Colombo shed diplomatic neutrality on Friday to support Sri Lanka's cricket team in their World Cup final against Australia.