The Philippine Army said on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, that it is open to any investigation amid the claims of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army (NPA) on alleged irregularities in an operation that resulted in the death of its five members in Bilar, Bohol last week.
THERE is no truth that the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) will be abolished, as what is called for by several personalities including United Nations Special Rapporteur (UNSR) on Freedom of Expression Irene Khan and other leaders of left-leaning groups in the country.
Former Davao Oriental legislator calls for postponement of rebel amnesty resolutions in light of MSU bombing. Mayo Almario urges Congress to await investigation results before approving amnesty proclamations by President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. House resolutions supporting amnesty for various rebel groups are set for Plenary consideration, but Almario emphasizes the need to hold wrongdoers accountable and avoid exploiting the country's peace efforts. Vice President Sara Duterte also opposes granting amnesty to rebels, calling it an 'agreement with the devil.' Stay updated on the latest developments.
Vice President Sara Duterte opposes President Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr.'s move to grant amnesty to the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army-National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF), calling it agreement with the devil. She emphasized the personal toll of terrorism and the need to continue efforts to end local communist armed conflict. Duterte's stance has sparked debate, especially as the government and the NDF recently agreed to a “principled and peaceful resolution of the armed conflict.” Duterte's call to review the proclamations and agreements has drawn criticism from progressive groups advocating for the resumption of peace talks. Stay updated on this developing story.
Rest of World News: The Philippine government and the country's communist rebels have agreed to restart peace negotiations after a six-year hiatus. The negotiations aim t