In December 2006, the Sri Lankan Army (SLA) attempted to mount multi-pronged attacks in an attempt to capture rebel held territory in Vaharai and Trincomalee districts. The attack on Vaharai began on the morning of December 4, however, almost immediately as they entered LTTE territory they encountered stiff resistance and were beaten back with 40 killed and more than 75 seriously wounded.[citation needed] The LTTE claimed that they only lost 4 fighters.[citation needed]