Training and exporting islamist militants
The Islamist militants’ activities may have been reduced to a peace and order problem that does not need US support.
7 Abu Sayyaf members die in Sulu clash
Seven alleged members of the terrorist Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) died in a pre-dawn encounter with the military near Sulare Island in Parang town, Sulu on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
2 Abu Sayyaf terrorists surrender in Sulu
Two members of the Islamic State-linked Abu Sayyaf surrendered on Friday to security forces in Patikul town, Sulu.
Palace denounces fatal Jolo explosions
“We condemn in the strongest possible terms the explosion incidents in Jolo, Sulu today, which left scores dead and wounded, including soldiers. We likewise condole with the families and loved ones of those who died in these tragic incidents,” Palace spokesman Harry Roque said in a statement.
2 Abu Sayyaf bandits die in Sulu encounter
Two Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) bandits died while two soldiers were injured when a clash sparked between the two parties in the province of Sulu.