Nine alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) were reported killed in a series of encounters with soldiers in Negros Oriental, the Armed Forces of the Philippines – Visayas Command said in a statement on Sunday.
Negros Oriental, the Armed Forces of the Philippines – Visayas Command said in a statement on Sunday.
The troops seized a number of firearms including one M4 Firebird rifle, two M16 rifles; one Cal. 30m handgun, three Cal. 45 pistols, 15 assorted magazines; several assorted live ammunitions; four rifle grenades; one improvised explosive device , and several IED components. “The series of debacles suffered by the CPP-NPA is the result of our active convergence with the people and the local government units. This is a clear manifestation of the strong bond that we have in the fight against terrorism.” Arevalo said in a statement.
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