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DCPO activates Oplan Defense to intensify border controls and secure Davao City after a recent explosion during a Catholic Mass. Police stations are leading the initiative, conducting restrictive vehicle checks and collaborating with other agencies for peace and order. The city remains on high alert, deploying personnel in major churches and mosques and implementing one-entrance-and-exit policies. Oplan Defense is part of DCPO's campaign against criminality and terrorism, aiming to protect residents and visitors. Meanwhile, the Police Provincial Office of Lanao del Sur has formed a Special Investigation Task Group-MSU Marawi to expedite the investigation process, identifying two persons of interest linked to the DI-Maute group. The blast resulted in four deaths and over 50 injuries, sparking concerns and prompting the city to urge the public to avoid believing in fake news about the suspects.
MSU Marawi blast sparks concerns as it kills 4, hurts 43: Exploring the persistent terrorism-related incidents in Muslim areas of Mindanao and the recent explosion at Marawi State University (MSU) gymnasium. Stay informed about the ongoing conflict and the efforts to enhance security and bring justice to the victims. Read more.
Task Force Davao strengthens security at major Catholic churches in response to the bombing incident in Marawi City. Find out how they are implementing stringent measures to ensure the safety of worshippers. Read more here.
Following the recent bombing at Mindanao State University-Marawi campus, the Police Regional Office-Davao Region and Davao City Police Office are still awaiting confirmation on whether students from Davao were affected. While the Police Provincial Office of Lanao del Sur has labeled the incident as a terrorist attack, no reports have been received thus far. Read more on SunStar Davao.
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY: (UPDATE) Three students of the Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City were killed while 10 others were wounded in an explosion inside its Dimaporo Gymnasium on Sunday morning, Dec 3, 2023.
SANDAKAN: The Fire and Rescue Department will continue monitoring aftershocks to assess any impact on the state following the earthquake that struck Mindanao, Philippines on Saturday (Dec 2) night
MANILA, Philippines: European Ambassador to the Philippines Luc Véron said violence has 'no place' in schools as he expressed sadness over the reported bombing Sunday of the Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City.
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. says there similarities in the two explosions, but investigators could not yet say if the perpetrators of the Jolo attacks were from the same group responsible for the Marawi blast