Dealing with the Debris
Dealing with the Debris
The end of the war had a cathartic effect on the majority Sinhalese population even as it left the Tamils wondering what lay ahead. This chapter examines the factors that made Sri Lanka’s victory possible. Among these was Rajapakse’s ability to put together an international coalition that let him have his way with the war, excesses and human rights abuses included. The coalition included a wide spectrum of countries ranging from Iran and Libya to China, Russia, EU and the United States. As for the international community, including the UN Secretary General, Rajapakse was forthcoming with assurances on post-war reconciliation, which he did not mean to implement. It was a bit of a charade on either side.
Keywords: Tiger Mind, Tunnel Vision, IDP Camps, International Coalition, Post-war Suffering, Post-war Reconciliation
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