The LTTE Leader refers to the head of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), a militant organization that fought for an independent Tamil state in Sri Lanka. The most notable leader was Velupillai Prabhakaran, who founded the group in 1976 and led it until his death in 2009. Under his leadership, the LTTE became known for its guerrilla warfare tactics and suicide bombings. The LTTE was involved in a protracted civil war against the Sri Lankan government, which lasted nearly three decades. The conflict resulted in significant loss of life and displacement of people, drawing international attention and criticism. The organization was designated as a terrorist group by several countries, including the United States and India.