The LTTE in Sri Lanka and their dream of an Tamil 'Eelam' has always plagued Tamil politics. The LTTE has been a major factor in the state and its killing of former Prime Minister Rajeev Gandhi
underscorted their ability to strike at high security targets. The recent imbroglio over the Lankan governments offensive against the LTTE has also raised tempers and caused much anxiety in TN.
Image: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi
Photograph: Babu/Reuters
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