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PNP Maritime Group Rescues Stranded Fishermen in Tawi-Tawi Waters
In the vast and often unpredictable waters surrounding the island municipality of Taganak in Tawi-Tawi, a routine maritime patrol quickly turned into a life-saving mission after personnel of the Philippine National Police Maritime Group extended immediate assistance to a stranded motorized banca that had run out of fuel at sea. The incident occurred on May…
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4 Civilians Wounded in Crossfire During Anti-Drug Operation in Maguindanao del Sur
Four civilians were wounded after being caught in the crossfire during an anti-drug operation conducted by police operatives in Barangay Bakat, Rajah Buayan on Tuesday, May 26, authorities said. According to initial reports, operatives from the Police Regional Office-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PRO-BAR) were carrying out an anti-narcotics operation targeting suspected illegal drug personalities in the…
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Philippine Navy Seizes Over PHP113-M Worth of Smuggled Cigarettes in Basilan and Sulu Operations
ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Philippine Navy scored a major victory against maritime smuggling after intercepting two separate illegal cigarette transport operations in the waters off Basilan and Sulu on May 23 and 24, 2026, resulting in the confiscation of more than PHP113 million worth of undocumented foreign-brand cigarettes. The successful anti-smuggling operations were carried out…
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Barangay Tanod Killed, Another Wounded in Dawn Shooting Attack in Cotabato City
COTABATO CITY — A barangay tanod was killed while another man was wounded after heavily armed assailants opened fire on their house in Purok Bunsain, Barangay Kalanganan II, Cotabato City, early Tuesday morning, May 26. Authorities identified the fatality only through the alias “Ali,” 41 years old, a barangay tanod and resident of the area.…
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Indigenous Ritual Reaffirms Unity and Commitment for Upi Irrigation Project in BARMM
SOUTH UPI, Maguindanao del Sur — In a powerful display of cultural solidarity and community-driven governance, indigenous leaders, government officials, and local stakeholders gathered at the Sulagad Center in Looy, South Upi on May 24 for the “Tulak Sëgamur: Ritual for Oneness and Reassurance of Commitments,” a sacred ceremony symbolizing unity, reconciliation, and renewed cooperation…
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Riding-in-Tandem Gunmen Ambush Family in Lamitan City, Basilan
LAMITAN CITY, Basilan — A family narrowly escaped death after unidentified riding-in-tandem gunmen opened fire on their vehicle Sunday evening, May 24, in Sitio Bohe Iris, Barangay Parangbasak, triggering panic among residents and prompting intensified security operations in the area. Authorities said the shooting occurred at around 6:55 p.m. while victim Harie Angon and his…
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Farmer Nabbed, ₱170K Worth of Shabu Seized in Anti-Drug Operation in Maguindanao del Norte
A suspected drug pusher was arrested while more than ₱170,000 worth of suspected shabu was seized during an anti-drug operation conducted Sunday afternoon, May 24, in Barangay Dalumangcob, Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte. Authorities identified the suspect as 27-year-old Aga Dala Badtican, a farmer and resident of the municipality of Datu Odin Sinsuat. According to…
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Suspected Drug Personality Nabbed in Lanao del Sur; Over ₱1 Million Worth of Shabu Seized in Buy-Bust Operation
WAO, Lanao del Sur — Joint anti-drug operatives arrested a suspected drug personality and confiscated more than ₱1 million worth of suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation in Purok 2, Barangay Eastern, Wao, Lanao del Sur on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Authorities identified the suspect only by his alias “Pagari,” a resident of Barangay Eastern,…
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Unexploded RPG Round Found in Maguindanao del Norte Village, Residents Alarmed
Residents of Barangay Tamontaka in the municipality of Datu Odin Sinsuat were alarmed after an unexploded Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) round was discovered on Sunday morning, May 24. According to initial reports, concerned residents immediately informed Barangay Chairwoman Bai Ivie Rose Sinsuat after spotting the explosive ordnance in the area. Barangay officials swiftly coordinated with…
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Army, MILF Leaders Strengthen Peace Ties in Lanao del Sur
BAYANG, Lanao del Sur — In a region once deeply marked by armed conflict and distrust, a simple gesture of dialogue and cooperation is steadily becoming a symbol of hope for lasting peace in the Bangsamoro homeland. On May 20, the 64th Infantry “Knights” Battalion of the Philippine Army carried out a coordination and goodwill…