Tag: Philippine Army
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Heroes Honored: Philippine Army Marks One Year Since Deadly North Negros Clash
In a solemn ceremony, the Philippine Army’s 79th Infantry Battalion (79IB) gathered to remember the sacrifices and lives lost during the intense week-long conflict known as the ‘Battle of Pinapugasan’ in Escalante City, Negros Occidental. The event, which took place from February 21 to 27, 2024, was commemorated on its first anniversary with a holy…
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Heroes Honored: Army Marks One Year Since Fierce North Negros Battle
In a solemn ceremony, the Philippine Army’s 79th Infantry Battalion (79IB) gathered to remember the sacrifices and lives lost during the intense week-long conflict known as the ‘Battle of Pinapugasan’ in Barangay Pinapugasan, Escalante City, Negros Occidental. The clashes, which occurred from February 21 to 27, 2024, in Sitio Mansulao, were commemorated on the first…
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Military and Law Enforcement Eradicate P10.2 Million Marijuana Farm in Sulu
In a significant blow to illegal drug operations, the military, in collaboration with law enforcement, obliterated a marijuana plantation valued at PHP10.2 million in Sulu. The operation took place on the borders of Luuk and Kalingalan Caluang towns, where authorities discovered and destroyed 11,950 mature marijuana plants spread over a 1,950-square-meter area on February 21,…
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Philippine Army and ULAP Sign Agreement to Enhance Reserve Forces and ROTC
In a significant move to bolster its reserve forces and the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC), the Philippine Army (PA) has entered into a partnership with the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP). The agreement was formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed at the Army’s headquarters in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City,…
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Police Operations in Negros Occidental Yield P3.6 Million in Shabu and Weapons
In a series of successful anti-drug operations across Bacolod and San Carlos cities in Negros Occidental, law enforcement officials seized shabu worth PHP3.6 million along with various weapons. The Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) conducted two significant buy-bust operations on Tuesday. The first operation, executed at around 1 a.m. in Purok Gonzaga Extension, Barangay Taculing,…
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Philippine Army’s Full Force of 115,000 to Ensure Safety During Midterm Elections
In a significant move to safeguard the upcoming midterm elections, the entire Philippine Army, comprising 115,000 troops, will collaborate with the Philippine National Police (PNP). Lt. Gen. Roy Galido, the head of the Philippine Army, emphasized the commitment of all soldiers to the success of this democratic process. While not all will be on the…
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Philippine Army Claims NPA Leader’s Death Will Spur Economic Growth in Northeastern Mindanao
In a significant development for Northeastern Mindanao, the Philippine Army announced that the recent death of a prominent New People’s Army (NPA) leader is expected to catalyze economic advancement in the region. Lt. Gen. Luis Rex Bergante, who leads the Eastern Mindanao Command, highlighted the potential for growth following the demise of Myrna Sularte, a…
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Philippine Army Seeks More Reservists in Negros Oriental to Bolster National Defense
In a bid to strengthen its response capabilities during national emergencies and security threats, the Philippine Army is urging more residents of Negros Oriental to join its Ready Reserve Battalion (RRB). The call to action comes from Col. William Pesase, the head of the 703rd Community Defense Center, who emphasized the critical role reservists play…
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Philippine Army Seeks More Reservists in Negros Oriental to Bolster Emergency Response
In a bid to strengthen its emergency response capabilities, the Philippine Army is urging more residents of Negros Oriental to volunteer for its Ready Reserve Battalion (RRB). The call comes as the battalion’s current numbers are below full capacity, according to Colonel William Pesase, head of the 703rd Community Defense Center. Pesase emphasized the critical…
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