Tag: Philippine Army
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Family of Alleged NPA Rebel Claims and Buries Body After Clash in Negros Oriental
In a swift response following a deadly encounter, the family of a suspected New People’s Army (NPA) rebel retrieved and buried his remains in the mountainous regions of Negros Oriental. The incident occurred in Barangay Tala-on, La Libertad, where the clash with government forces took place on February 11, 2025. The body of the alleged…
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Commission on Elections Launches ‘Oplan Baklas’ to Clear Illegal Campaign Materials During Election Season
In a move to enforce election regulations, the Commission on Elections in the Negros Island Region (Comelec-NIR) has initiated ‘Oplan Baklas,’ a campaign to remove unauthorized election materials throughout the election period. This operation began on February 11, 2025, coinciding with the start of the campaign period for national candidates. Jossil Macute, the Assistant Regional…
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Philippine Army’s ‘Love Will Lead You Back’ Campaign Aims to Reconcile NPA Rebels with Families
In a heartfelt initiative, the Philippine Army’s 802nd Infantry Brigade has launched the ‘Love Will Lead You Back’ campaign, targeting active members of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Leyte and Samar. The campaign, coinciding with Valentine’s Day, seeks to encourage NPA fighters to surrender and reunite with their families, emphasizing the power of love…
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Clash in Negros Oriental Results in Death of Alleged NPA Rebel
In a recent confrontation in the secluded Barangay Tala-on, La Libertad, Negros Oriental, a suspected member of the New People’s Army (NPA) was fatally shot during an encounter with the Philippine Army’s 62nd Infantry Battalion on the evening of February 10, 2025. The incident took place near Barangay Aya, where heavy machinery was set ablaze…
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Cebu Reservists Undergo Intensive Marksmanship Training
In Cebu City, members of the 1901st Ready Reserve Infantry Brigade are currently engaged in a rigorous month-long marksmanship training program, as confirmed by a senior army official on Monday. This training, known as record firing, is designed to assess and enhance the shooting skills of the reservists using 5.56mm rifles. Col. Edgar Mangabay, who…
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Philippine Army Chief Commends Basilan Troops for Their Dedication and Sacrifice
Philippine Army commander Lt. Gen. Roy M. Galido recently visited the 101st Infantry ‘Three Red Arrows’ Brigade at their headquarters in Camp Luis Biel II, Barangay Tabiawan, Isabela City, Basilan. During his visit, Galido praised the troops for their unwavering discipline, dedication, and the sacrifices they make to ensure the safety and security of Basilan’s…
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Philippine Army Chief Visits and Supports Troops Injured in Basilan Ambush
On February 7, 2025, Philippine Army commander Lt. Gen. Roy Galido, alongside Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete of the Western Mindanao Command, made a heartfelt visit to soldiers injured in the Basilan ambush on January 22. The visit took place at Camp Navarro General Hospital in Zamboanga City, where Galido personally assured the wounded soldiers of…
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Arson Attack Destroys Heavy Equipment in Remote Negros Oriental Village
In a shocking incident of arson, three pieces of heavy machinery and a dump truck were set ablaze in the secluded Sitio Manghuya of Barangay Aya, La Libertad, Negros Oriental, on the night of February 8, 2025. The equipment belonged to a construction company tasked with building a farm-to-market road. The fire, which occurred between…
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Philippine Army in Negros Oriental Commits to Election Security Amid Shift to External Defense
In a significant assurance to the public, the Philippine Army stationed in Negros Oriental has pledged to maintain security during the upcoming May 12 elections, despite its ongoing transition from internal to external defense roles. This commitment was made clear during a Peace Covenant signing and Interfaith Prayer Rally organized by the Commission on Elections…
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Philippine Army Captures NPA Rebel and Seizes Firearm in Sultan Kudarat Skirmish
In a series of confrontations in Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat, the Philippine Army’s 37th Infantry Battalion successfully apprehended a member of the New People’s Army (NPA) and confiscated an M16 rifle along with ammunition. The initial clash occurred at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, involving the battalion’s soldiers and NPA’s Platoon 2 from the Sub-Regional Committee Daguma…
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