Tag: MILF

  • New Era for MILF Combatants: DSWD-10 Takes the Reins in Northern Mindanao

    In a significant shift of responsibility, the Department of Social Welfare and Development in Northern Mindanao (DSWD-10) has stepped up to manage decommissioned combatants from the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF). This change was formalized through a memorandum of agreement signed on Monday, involving DSWD-10 along with offices in Regions 9 and 12. The signing…

  • Philippine Military Pledges Full Support for Soldiers Injured in Basilan Skirmish

    In a show of solidarity, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has committed to providing comprehensive support to soldiers injured during a confrontation with rogue elements in Basilan on January 22. AFP chief General Romeo Brawner Jr. emphasized the military’s unwavering support, stating, “The AFP stands firmly behind them, and we will ensure they…

  • UN Denounces Fatal Ambush in Basilan, Commits to Continued Presence in BARMM

    The United Nations in the Philippines has issued a strong condemnation of a lethal ambush in Basilan that resulted in the death of two soldiers and injuries to twelve others on January 22 in Sumisip town. Despite this violent incident, Gustavo Gonzalez, the UN Philippines Resident Coordinator, affirmed the UN’s commitment to remain and continue…

  • UN Denounces Fatal Attack in Basilan, Commits to Continued Presence in BARMM

    The United Nations in the Philippines has issued a strong condemnation of a lethal ambush in Sumisip, Basilan, which resulted in the death of two soldiers and injuries to twelve others on January 22. Gustavo Gonzalez, the UN Philippines Resident Coordinator, expressed the organization’s unwavering commitment to remain and further its peace and development initiatives…

  • MILF to Investigate Fatal Clash with Army in Basilan

    The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) has announced that it will conduct an investigation into a recent deadly confrontation in Barangay Cabengbeng, Sumisip, Basilan, which resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including two soldiers, and left twelve others wounded. Anwar Alamada, the head of the MILF Ad Hoc Joint Action Group (AHJAG), stated that…

  • OPAPRU Condemns Basilan Attack, Urges MILF to Investigate

    The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation, and Unity (OPAPRU) has issued a strong condemnation of the recent attack on government forces in Basilan, which resulted in the death of two soldiers and injuries to twelve others. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, disrupting the peace that the region has been striving to…

  • Deadly Ambush in Cotabato City Claims Life of MILF Member

    In a shocking incident in Cotabato City, a member of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) was fatally shot, and four others, including two MILF commanders, were injured in an ambush on Wednesday afternoon. The attack took place at the intersection of Sinsuat and Gov. Gutierrez Avenues, as reported by Capt. Teofisto Ferrer Jr., the…

  • New Housing Initiative Breaks Ground at Camp Abubakar, Aiming to Transform Lives

    In a significant step towards peace and development, the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) spearheaded the groundbreaking ceremony for a new housing and resettlement project at Camp Abubakar in Barira, Maguindanao del Norte. The event, held on December 19, 2024, was attended by OPAPRU chief Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr.…

  • Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Start of Housing Project in Camp Abubakar

    In a significant step towards peace and development, the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) spearheaded the groundbreaking ceremony for a new housing and resettlement project in Camp Abubakar, located in Barira, Maguindanao del Norte. The event, held on December 19, 2024, was attended by OPAPRU chief Secretary Carlito Galvez…

  • DSWD Reallocates PHP658 Million Back to Treasury Due to Delays in MILF Beneficiary List

    The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has decided to return a PHP658 million budget to the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr). This budget was initially set aside by the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) for the fourth phase of the decommissioning of Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF)…