The existence of private armies in the country is a menace that must be viewed beyond the shortsighted political menagerie we always want to associate it with. On the contrary, these are actually pockets of feudalism that have been influenced by a host of socio-economic factors, chiefly due to familial, partisan, and opportunistic structures. Of… Read More EDITORIAL: Menace of private armies
The National Task Force on Disbandment of Private Armed Groups has upgraded its operational guidelines after “successfully dismantling 15 armed groups” in Southern Philippines,… Read More Operational guidelines vs. private armed groups enhanced
By Ali G. Macabalang COTABATO CITY – Police and military hierarchies have warned about use of goons and guns for intimidation in the 2022 elections, announcing the disbandment of 13 private armed groups (PAGs) operating in Mindanao. National Police Chief General Guillermo Eleazar and Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Jose Faustino… Read More PNP, AFP warn vs. political intimidation; Rep. Mangudadatu calls for sanction on paramilitary
By Mark Navales… Read More Armed group leader, followers surrender in Maguindanao
PHILIPPINE MUSLIM TODAY 