May 23, 2025

Tag: Terrorism

  • High-Ranking NPA Official Killed in Butuan City Skirmish

    In a significant blow to the New People’s Army (NPA) in the Caraga region, Myrna Sularte, known by her alias Maria Malaya, was fatally shot during a confrontation with the Philippine Army’s 30th Infantry Battalion in Barangay Pianing, Butuan City. The incident occurred on February 12, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict…

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    Jericho Flores

  • Philippines Deports Indian Fugitive Joginder Gyong to New Delhi

    The Philippine authorities have successfully deported Joginder Gyong, a notorious fugitive sought by India for terrorism and organized crime, back to New Delhi. Gyong, who also went by the alias Gupta Kant, was captured in Bacolod City last July by the Bureau of Immigration’s Fugitive Search Unit. He was held in custody until his deportation…

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    Danilo Alvarado

  • Samar Mayor Denounces NPA for Fatal Attack on Soldier

    In a tragic incident in Matuguinao, Samar, the local government has vehemently criticized the New People’s Army (NPA) following the death of Corporal Bobby Barocaboc. The soldier was killed on February 2, 2025, in San Roque village while on a mission to ensure the safe delivery of social services to remote areas. Mayor Aran Boller…

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    Jessica Manalili

  • Four New People’s Army Rebels Surrender in Bicol Region

    In a significant development over the weekend, four members of the New People’s Army (NPA) chose to lay down their arms and surrender to the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5). The announcement was made by PRO-5 spokesperson Lt. Col. Malu Calubaquib on Monday, highlighting that the individuals hailed from the provinces of Masbate and…

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    Jericho Flores

  • Six BIFF Militants Lay Down Arms in BARMM, Embrace Peace

    In a notable move towards peace, six members of the notorious Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) have surrendered to the police in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The event took place in Cotabato City, signaling a hopeful step in the region’s journey towards stability. Brig. Gen. Romeo Macapaz, the regional director of…

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    Rowena Aquino

  • Six BIFF Militants Lay Down Arms in BARMM, Surrender to Police

    In a move that signals progress towards peace, six members of the notorious Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) have surrendered to the police in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The event took place in Cotabato City, where the fighters, previously under the command of Kagui Karialan, handed themselves over to the authorities.…

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    Fabian Apostol

  • Philippines Signs New Protocols to Combat Terrorism and Financing

    On January 17, 2025, a significant step was taken in Manila to enhance the fight against terrorism and its financing through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU). This MOU outlines Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) designed to streamline the handling of such cases by key Philippine criminal justice and law enforcement agencies. The event…

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    Tessa Santos

  • NPA Rebel Alias Macoy Arrested in Agusan del Norte for Murder and Attempted Murder

    In a significant law enforcement operation, alias Macoy, a 23-year-old member of the New People’s Army (NPA), was apprehended by the Cabadbaran City Police Station in Agusan del Norte on Thursday. The arrest took place in Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur, where Macoy, a resident of Barangay La Purisima, was wanted for murder and attempted murder.…

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    Eduardo Mendoza

  • Basilan Celebrates Freedom from Abu Sayyaf as Last Members Surrender

    In a significant development for peace in the Philippines, Basilan province has been officially declared free of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) after the last eight members of the terrorist organization surrendered. The announcement was made by Brig. Gen. Alvin Luzon, who leads the 101st Infantry Brigade stationed in Basilan, stating that the surrender took…

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    Maria Reyes

  • Ceasefire with Communists Grants Respite to Terrorists, Says Defense Chief

    MANILA – National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. expressed concerns that a ceasefire with the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army-National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF) would essentially pause efforts to combat terrorism. In a statement shared on the Presidential Communications Office’s Facebook Page, Teodoro emphasized that any truce with the CPP-NPA-NDF equates to a ceasefire…

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    Jericho Flores