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JOLO, Sulu — August 13, 2026 — Ten firearms were voluntarily surrendered to government authorities in Jolo, Sulu, in what the Philippine Army described as another significant step toward strengthening…
INDANAN, Sulu — After more than five decades marked by armed conflict, violence, clan disputes and instability, the Municipality of Indanan has reached what local officials and security authorities describe…
INDANAN, Sulu — The government’s peace-building efforts in Sulu continue to gain momentum as retooled communities in the municipality of Indanan voluntarily surrendered nine high-powered firearms, along with two mortar…
TALIPAO, Sulu – June 1, 2026 — The Municipality of Talipao has formally been placed under a Stable Internal Peace and Security (SIPS) Status, marking a major milestone in its…
PATIKUL, Sulu — In a major show of unity, trust, and support for peacebuilding efforts in Sulu, residents from various communities in Patikul voluntarily surrendered a total of 29 assorted…
INDANAN, Sulu — April 6, 2026 — A long-standing rido that once fueled tension between two communities in Sulu has been peacefully resolved, marking a significant breakthrough in local peacebuilding…
TALIPAO, Sulu — A long-standing rido or clan feud that has simmered for years in this conflict-prone municipality finally moved toward resolution after a decisive settlement facilitated by the military,…
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…
February 2, 2026 A long-standing rido between the Idjas and Hassan families from the municipalities of Talipao and Patikul was peacefully settled on February 2, marking a significant milestone in…
TALIPAO, SULU — A long-standing family conflict that has strained relationships in the municipality of Talipao has finally come to an end following the signing of a Covenant of Understanding…