Brampton, Canada, unveils Tamil Genocide Monument, despite Sri Lankan government's opposition.

The Tamil Genocide Monument in Brampton, Canada, commemorates victims of the Sri Lankan civil war, which ended in 2009 with significant civilian casualties. The Sri Lankan government opposes the monument, claiming it harms bilateral relations. Canada recognizes May 18 as Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day, while debates persist over historical narratives and accountability for human rights violations in Sri Lanka. The monument reflects ongoing struggles for justice within the Tamil community.

October 27, 2024
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