Restoring Peace in Bubuan Island Through Dialogue and Medical Outreach

BASILAN - On December 2, 2024, a simultaneous medical outreach program was held in the remote communities of Lakit, Barangay Suligan, and Landing, Barangay Babag, in Tabuan-Lasa, Basilan. This initiative took place amidst the threat of escalating clan conflicts, or "rido," but was marked by a peaceful dialogue facilitated by the local government unit (LGU) of Tabuan-Lasa, led by Mayor Hon. Moner H. Manisan, in partnership with the 15th Special Forces Company under Captain Dann Mar Palma. This dialogue played a crucial role in restoring peace and paving the way for healing in these conflict-affected areas.

OPAPRU assures continued socioeconomic support for MNLF members

THE OFFICE of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) on Monday said it is accelerating its Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) Transformation Program in Basilan as part of its commitment to peace and development of the former conflict-affected province.

PNP sees no risk in integration of ex-MILF, MNLF rebels into ranks

THE PHILIPPINE National Police (PNP) on Tuesday said it does not see any security risk arising from the integration of former members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) into the police force.

PBBM to ex-rebels-turned-cops: Help write 'new chapter' for BARMM

PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. Marcos Jr. on Monday welcomed the 100 former Moro guerillas who successfully completed the six-month field training course to join the Philippine National Police (PNP) and urged them to actively participate in writing a "new chapter" for the Bangsamoro region.

Zambo town village chieftain killed

PAGADIAN CITY – Police continue to hunt Sunday the killers of a village chieftain who was murdered outside his home in Dinas town in the southern Philippine province of Zamboanga del Sur.

MNLF, MILF hail Marcos’ amnesty to ex-rebels

ZAMBOANGA CITY – The former rebel group Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) hailed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s amnesty granted to its members, saying “this bold move showcases his commitment towards unity, peace, and reconciliation.”

UNDP launches peace program in Basilan

BASILAN - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Philippines has launched Friday the Assistance for Security, Peace, Integration, and Recovery for Advanced Human Security in BARMM (ASPIRE) project in the southern Basilan province, the military’s Western Mindanao Command said.

Ex-MNLF rebels undergo government profiling

ZAMBOANGA CITY – Hundreds of former Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) rebels in the southern province of Basilan are currently undergoing government verification and profiling process as part of the so-called MNLF Transformation Program, the military’s Western Mindanao Command said Tuesday.

Exclusive: MNLF leaders move to oust Misuari’s son as vice chairman

MNLF Chairman Nur Misuari kisses his son Abdulkarim Misuari in this photo from the Facebook page of Abdulkarim Misuari, the MNLF Vice Chairman and Bangsamoro Parliament Deputy Speaker.

ZAMBOANGA CITY – Senior leaders of the former rebel group Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) have passed a resolution seeking to remove the eldest son of group’s chieftain Nur Misuari for betrayal and usurpation and abuse of authority.

Serve and protect the people, Marcos tell ex-rebels-turned-cops

MAGUINDANAO DEL NORTE - President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reminded the 102 former Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) rebels-turned-police officers to always remember their oath to serve and protect the Filipino people.

Marcos admin determined to grant amnesty to qualified ex-rebels

THE NATIONAL Amnesty Commission (NAC) is determined to expedite the implementation of the government’s amnesty program for qualified members of revolutionary organizations.

BARMM govt. suportado ang PNP, AFP sa Sulu

COTABATO CITY - Nakahandang tumulong ang Bangsamoro Government sa Philippine National Police (PNP) para tugisin si Pando Mudjasan, ang dating vice mayor ng Maimbung sa lalawigan ng Sulu.

BARMM governors appeal anew to govt.

LANAO DEL SUR – Muslim governors in the Bangsamoro autonomous region have appealed anew to the national government to hasten the decommissioning of thousands of armed members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) which signed a peace deal with Manila in 2014.

BARMM governors appeal anew to disarm MILF forces

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Sulu governor calls on people not to panic after deadly clashes

A provincial government photo shows Governor Sakur Tan reading Monday, June 26, 2023 a document while Maimbung Mayor Shihla Hayudini (left) and other staff look on.

SULU – Sulu Governor Sakur Tan on Monday has called on the public not to panic following the weekend fighting between a fugitive ex-vice mayor of Maimbung town and members of the security forces that killed at least 2 persons and wounded 14 more in the southern Philippine province.

Police to recruit former rebels

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MNLF, MILF unite for a bill seeking to establish an office for veteran mujahideen, mujahidat

COTABATO CITY – In a remarkable display of unity and solidarity, members of the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) and rival Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) gathered Wednesday to participate in a public consultation for a proposed measure that aims to establish an office dedicated to providing comprehensive support to MNLF and MILF veterans.

Tight security in Basilan

BASILAN - Security forces have imposed tighter measures in the Muslim province of Basilan following the seizure of materials in the manufacture of improvised explosives from a man who engaged policemen and army soldiers in a gunfight in Lamitan City.

Policeman wounded in Basilan attack

ZAMBOANGA CITY - A policeman was wounded after gunmen attacked a police barracks in the Muslim province of Basilan in southern Philippines, a known stronghold of radical Islamic militants fighting for the establishment of a caliphate in the restive region.

Marcos recognizes Malaysia, Brunei peace efforts

PRESIDENT FERDINAND Marcos Jr. again thanked Malaysia and also Brunei for bringing stability in Mindanao, saying he remains hopeful that the country’s two Southeast Asian neighbors will continue supporting the region’s development initiatives to uplift the living condition of its people.