Anton Balasingham Quotes

On our part we have pledged that there will be no acts of violence. At the same time we want the government of Sri Lanka to ensure there shouldn't be any violence perpetrated against innocent civilians and the LTTE. - Anton Balasingham

It would serve no meaningful purpose if we enter into a recriminatory debate, making accusations and counter-accusations against each other over the abuses of the truce. - Anton Balasingham

It will lead to conditions of war and violence and it will block any forward movement of the peace talks and lead to the collapse of the peace process itself. - Anton Balasingham

It is extremely important for the government to take urgent measures to instruct its armed forces to cease acts of violence against civilians and the LTTE. - Anton Balasingham

It is an unfortunate personal tragedy. However, when compared to the vast ocean of the collective tragedy faced by my people, my illness is merely a pebble. I am deeply sad that I am crippled by this illness, unable to contribute anything substantial towards the alleviation of the immense suffering and oppression of my people. - Anton Balasingham

From our side it is a success. What we wanted was a commitment from the government to implement the ceasefire. - Anton Balasingham

Even if the issues discussed transcend the confines of the text of the original truce, they cannot be construed as amendments. - Anton Balasingham

Both parties are living in two different ideological universes. - Anton Balasingham

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