The Foundation for Co existence Chairman, Kumar Rupasinghe said that over 250,000 persons have lost their lives in the on going conflict although it is reported that only 80, 000 died.
Speaking at the launch of his nine publications in Colombo on Wednesday (25 Jun) he described Sri Lanka war as a deadly conflict with neither side winning.
He also emphasized that respect for laws of the country and lives of citizens must be respected in the first place, as they are imperative for any discussion.
June 27, 2008 at 11:35 pm
Nobody is winning, because nobody has conquered peace of mind.
June 29, 2008 at 9:56 pm
Possibly related posts has most proably identified the correct position.
In cricket it is difficult to predict the winner. It might even end as a draw.
In cricket the cost is money willingly paid.
In war it is lives unwillingly paid. That is the difference.