Tag: Peace Efforts
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Seven Communist Rebels Lay Down Arms in Central Luzon
In a significant move towards peace, seven communist rebels have surrendered to authorities in Central Luzon over the past two weeks, according to a report from the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO 3) on Thursday. The surrenders took place across three provinces: five in Nueva Ecija, one in Aurora, and one in Pampanga. Brig. Gen.…
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Philippine Army Discovers NPA Weapons Stash in Leyte Highlands
In a significant development over the weekend, the Philippine Army uncovered a hidden arsenal of the New People’s Army (NPA) in the remote village of Mahilum, located in the mountainous region of Hindang, Leyte. The cache included a formidable M60 machine gun, along with an M16 and an M14 rifle, signaling a major blow to…
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National Security Adviser Urges Communist Party to Embrace Political Solution for Youth’s Future
In a compelling call to action, National Security Adviser Eduardo Año has urged the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) to embrace a political settlement. This move, he argues, would enable the party’s remaining members, especially its young cadres, to contribute positively to nation-building efforts. Año’s statement comes at a time when the communist movement…
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Philippine Army Confident NPA Unable to Launch Major Attacks in Eastern Visayas
The Philippine Army in Eastern Visayas has expressed strong confidence that the New People’s Army (NPA) will not be able to execute significant attacks during its 56th founding anniversary on December 26. This assurance comes after a year marked by substantial losses for the NPA, as stated by Capt. Jefferson Mariano, spokesperson for the Philippine…
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15 Members of Moro Extremist Group Surrender in Maguindanao
In a significant move towards peace, 15 members of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) laid down their arms and surrendered to the military in Maguindanao. The surrender took place at the headquarters of the Army’s 1st Brigade Combat Team in Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to…
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Philippine Army Commits to Peace in Southern Negros Following Clashes with NPA
In a determined effort to restore tranquility, the Philippine Army has pledged to safeguard the communities of southern Negros after recent confrontations with remnants of the New People’s Army (NPA). The clashes, which took place in Candoni, Negros Occidental, resulted in the deaths of eight insurgents over two days, November 21 and 22, 2024, without…
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