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August 6, 2024, 3:10 pmThe Philippine National Police revealed that 36 of 168 militant students were recruited by communist terrorist groups over the past 11 years, sparking renewed concerns about radicalization in educational institutions.
Of this figure, 34 were high school students and 11 were elementary students. The fatalities, Arceo said, were killed during military offensive operations. He added that at least 41 were arrested while 92 yielded to authorities. Putian National High School in Cuartero, Capiz accounted for the highest number of students, who were recruited to join the Communist Party of the Philippines -New People’s Army .
Senator Ronald dela Rosa, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs, called for immediate action to halt the recruitment of students in schools and ensure their safety.
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