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“Unearthing the Truth of Thambiluvil” They were never forgotten—now, the ground itself remembers.

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Where secrets of war sleep beneath sacred ground, and justice awakens through every spade of earth. Investigations at Thambiluvil Cemetery: Excavation Purpose, Findings, and Significance “They were never forgotten—now, the ground itself remembers.” 🛑  Reader’s Disclaimer This report contains content that may be emotionally distressing, including references to enforced disappearances, mass graves, and wartime atrocities. While every effort has been made to present factual and respectful information, readers are advised that descriptions of excavations and skeletal remains may be unsettling. The material within is based on publicly reported investigations and does not presume legal guilt. All individuals mentioned in connection with these cases are considered innocent until proven otherwise in a court of law. The purpose of this work is to inform, reflect, and foster responsible dialogue. Discretion is advised. Purpose of the Excavation Sri Lanka’s Criminal Investigation Depar...

Recognition and Protection of the Eelam Tamils as an Indigenous People in Sri Lanka

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  Lessons for Eelam Tamils from the Naga Struggle 1. Approve the Conflict as an Indigenous Rights Issue The Nagas have successfully positioned their struggle within the framework of Indigenous rights , not just ethnic or separatist politics. Eelam Tamils could similarly emphasize their distinct cultural, linguistic, and historical identity , rooted in pre-colonial sovereignty, to assert Indigenous status under international law. 2. Leveraging UNDRIP (United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples) Article 36 of UNDRIP protects cross-border Indigenous relations , which the Nagas invoked to challenge the Indo-Myanmar fence. Eelam Tamils could invoke Articles 3 (self-determination) , 26 (land rights) , and 27 (redress for dispossession) to frame their claims for autonomy and restitution. 3. International Advocacy and Alliances The Nagas have gained support from the Unrepresented Nations and...