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PANAMAO, Sulu — Barangay Tinah renewed its commitment to peace and security after reaffirming its status as a Rido-Free, Gun-Free, and Peace-Centered Community during a ceremonial gathering on February 28,…
Jolo, Sulu – Authorities seized 30 boxes of suspected smuggled cigarettes in a roadside interception in Barangay Asturias, Jolo, on the afternoon of February 25, 2026. At approximately 5:45 PM,…
Authorities swiftly apprehended a suspected gunman following a coordinated law enforcement operation in Barangay Kamalig, Panamao, Sulu, on the afternoon of February 26, 2026, preventing what officials say could have…
ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Philippine Navy, through the Western Mindanao Naval Command (WMNC), dealt a major setback to illegal maritime trade after intercepting three vessels carrying undocumented cigarettes worth a…
MAIMBUNG, Sulu — Government peacebuilding efforts took a visible step forward on February 20, 2026, as the 1103rd Infantry (Kalis) Brigade of the Philippine Army joined the local government of…
SULU, Philippines — A coordinated search and rescue operation led by the Philippine Coast Guard and local authorities resulted in the safe rescue of crew members of the motor launch…
LUGUS, Sulu — In a landmark step toward lasting peace and inclusive development, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Lugus formally established its Municipal Task Force to End Local Armed…
Banguingui, Sulu — In a significant step toward lasting peace and security, local authorities and military forces witnessed another voluntary firearm surrender in the Municipality of Banguingui on February 18,…
Panglima Estino, Sulu — A swift and coordinated law enforcement operation backed by the 1102nd Infantry “Ganarul” Brigade led to the arrest of an armed suspect and the recovery of…
Omar, Sulu — In a renewed push to preserve peace and prevent clan conflicts, the 1102nd Infantry “Ganarul” Brigade recently led a Localized Peace Engagement at the headquarters of the…