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SOUTH UPI, Maguindanao del Sur — A significant step toward strengthening peace and security in the Bangsamoro region was achieved after 48 various loose firearms were voluntarily surrendered during a…
MALITBOG, Bukidnon — After two years of relentless combat operations in some of the most rugged and conflict-affected areas of Bukidnon, the soldiers of the 28th Infantry “Kamagong” Battalion formally…
The government’s intensified campaign to establish Rido-Free, Gun-Free, and Peace-Centered Communities in Sulu continues to gain momentum as residents from several barangays voluntarily surrendered firearms in support of peace and…
The longstanding relationship between the Philippines and Indonesia took another significant step forward as Indonesian Consul General Hon. Agus Trenggono paid a courtesy call on Eastern Mindanao Command (EastMinCom) Commander…
ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE — A series of voluntary firearm surrenders facilitated by the 97th Infantry “Kalasaglahi” Battalion (97IB) has strengthened the government’s campaign against loose firearms and underscored growing community…
SULU — Sustained security operations and strengthened cooperation between local communities, military forces, and law enforcement agencies resulted in the recovery and voluntary surrender of several firearms, as well as…
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…
SUMISIP, Basilan — A decades-long cycle of hostility and mistrust between influential clans in Basilan took a significant step toward resolution after local leaders, security forces, and community elders gathered…
Authorities intercepted suspected drug couriers and confiscated nearly half a million pesos worth of illegal drugs during an anti-illegal drugs operation conducted in Barangay Buayan, Datu Piang, Maguindanao del Sur.…
Four members of the communist New People’s Army (NPA) operating under the Regional Operations Command of the Far South Mindanao Regional Committee (FSMRC) have voluntarily surrendered to government authorities, signaling…