If I am cheated or betrayed, I will react.

If the Sri Lankan government resorts to state oppression against the Tamils and Muslims, then we will fight.

A small nation can fight a superpower with determination and dedication.

People cannot give up their cause, their rights, for fear of defeat.

I have gained self-confidence, courage and the support of my people.

India deliberately aggravated Sri Lanka's ethnic crisis. It destabilized Sri Lanka [by training and arming Tamil militants, including the Tigers] so that it could play a dominant role in bringing Sri Lanka within its sphere of influence.

When I was deciding to fight, the thought of winning or losing didn't bother me.