Tag: Rebels

  • Nine NPA Rebels in Northern Samar Surrender, Hand Over Six Firearms

    In a significant move towards peace, nine members of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Northern Samar have surrendered to the Philippine Army’s 19th Infantry Battalion. The surrender took place on February 15, 2025, and was reported by the military on February 17. The group, part of the NPA’s sub-regional guerrilla unit, handed over a…

  • Clash in Butuan City Results in Death of Two NPA Rebels

    In a recent confrontation on the outskirts of Butuan City, two members of the New People’s Army (NPA) lost their lives during a skirmish with government forces. The incident took place early Tuesday in Sitio Dinakpan, Barangay Los Angeles, involving soldiers from the 29th Infantry Battalion and NPA fighters from the Sub-Regional Sentro de Grabidad…

  • 150 Former Rebels in Samar Seek Amnesty from Philippine Government

    In a significant move towards peace, 150 former rebels in Samar have applied for amnesty, signaling a shift from conflict to reconciliation. The Local Amnesty Board (LAB) in Catbalogan City, Samar, has been processing these applications since late last year. Jazmine Odyssa Lutao, a representative from LAB Catbalogan, shared that 50 applicants hail from Samar,…

  • Five NPA Rebels Surrender Following Emotional Christmas Wish Videos

    In a heartwarming turn of events, five members of the New People’s Army (NPA) from Leyte and Samar provinces have laid down their arms and surrendered, inspired by the Philippine Army’s innovative ‘Wish Upon a Star’ initiative. Launched over a month ago by the 802nd Infantry Brigade, the project has successfully touched the hearts of…

  • Seventeen Former Rebels Surrender in Central Luzon

    MANILA – In a significant move towards peace, seventeen former members of communist groups have turned themselves in to authorities in Central Luzon, according to a report from the Police Regional Office (PRO) 3 on Tuesday. Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan, the director of PRO Central Luzon, announced that fifteen individuals from the Liga ng Manggagawang…

  • Philippine Government Urges Caution for Over 700 Filipinos in Syria Amid Regime Collapse

    MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has issued a warning to the more than 700 Filipinos residing in Syria, urging them to be vigilant as the regime of President Bashar al-Assad crumbles with rebels seizing control of Damascus. The DFA expressed deep concern for the safety of Filipinos in the region and recommended…

  • Philippine Army Seizes Weapons and Gear After Skirmish with NPA Rebels in Northern Samar

    In a recent confrontation in the mountainous region of Catubig town, Northern Samar, the Philippine Army’s 20th Infantry Battalion clashed with remnants of the New People’s Army (NPA). The encounter, which took place on November 25, 2024, in Sulitan village, resulted in the recovery of an M14 rifle, various war materials, subversive documents, and personal…