Unite to alleviate LTTE propaganda, Minister tells Lankans abroad

Sri Lankans abroad should make aware leaders of those countries about the LTTE's barbaric activities and the sufferings Sri Lankans have to undergo due to the 30-year conflict, Healthcare and Nutrition Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva said.

De silva who is Chairman of the Committee of International Activities of the SLFP addressing the establishment of a SLFP political wing in Frankfurt, Germany on Saturday said surveys have revealed that President Mahinda Rajapaksa is the most popular leader in Sri Lanka and his opponents attempt to defeat him is a dream.

"Some label the LTTE as an unbeatable organisation but today they are retreating unable to face attacks by the Security Forces," the Minister said.

"The LTTE is trying to win international community sympathy by spreading rumours. All Sri Lankans have a duty to organise campaigns to reveal the reality to the international community."

"The SLFP political wing established in Frankfurt too has a similar duty to perform for the country's sake," De Silva said.

More then 300 Sri Lankans were present at Ramada Hotel Frankfurt, Germany to participate in the meeting.