NPA attacks aimed at forcing gov't to negotiate peace talks: AFP
(File photo) MANILA - The recent attack by the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army (CPP-NPA) insurgents against soldiers in Northern Samar are part of their efforts to project strength through terror in a bid to force the government to return to the negotiating table. "The violent actions of the CPP-NPA are expected. They are meant to strengthen the CPP's hold on their dwindling and demoralized fighters and increase the pressure to the government to resume the peace...
Source: philippinetimes.com