BORONGAN CITY – In a story of redemption and reconciliation, alias Marta, a former member of the New People's Army (NPA), found her way back to her family after years of separation.
BORONGAN CITY – In a story of redemption and reconciliation, alias Marta, a former member of the New People's Army , found her way back to her family after years of separation. Advocating Programs that promote reconciliation and Optimizing gains Yielding to Peace)Marta, a 56-year-old mother of 11 from Borongan City, joined the NPA in 2000 and became a full-time member in 2019.
The Apoy platoon, operating in Western and Eastern Samar, faced challenges that led Marta to question her decision to join the armed struggle. Strategic initiatives by local government units in Samar and Eastern Samar, along with the efforts of the 802nd Infantry Brigade, significantly reduced the NPA's manpower and led to the surrender of firearms.
"The former Apoy platoon members will kill the burning anger and fear of their remaining members for them to finally lay down their arms and surrender," Vestuir said.
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