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Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Jan. 18

ISLAMABAD -- Pakistan military said in a statement that the country had carried out effective strikes early Thursday morning against hideouts inside Iran used by "terrorists" responsible for recent attacks in Pakistan. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan army, said that the precision strikes were carried out by "using killer drones, rockets, loitering munitions, and stand-o.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Jan. 18

ISLAMABAD -- Pakistan military said in a statement that the country had carried out effective strikes early Thursday morning against hideouts inside Iran used by "terrorists" responsible for recent attacks in Pakistan. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan army, said that the precision strikes were carried out by "using killer drones, rockets, loitering munitions, and stand-o.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Terrorists are jokers

The Anti-terror Law is a product of hysteria and paranoia of the previous administration. It aims to fight terrorism, but it is by itself the mother of all terrors, so it seems. From it emerge the awkward, leery stunts and exploits of those in the corridors of power. One big reason why I have never […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Global Cybercrime Treaty: A delicate balance between security and human rights

 Cybercrime is a multi-trillion-dollar business. Drugs and weapons are being bought on the "dark web", fraudsters are fleecing members of the public in elaborate online scams, and terrorists are grooming supporters and recruiting fighters. Recognizing the growing dangers of cybercrime, the UNhas set.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

MSU bombing brains not among those killed in Lanao del Sur clashes – military

The military says a manhunt is ongoing for six other terrorists, including the mastermind of the December 3, 2023 bombing in Marawi, who managed to escape.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

LGUs, 6th ID unite to ensure security of investment hubs

The Army’s 6th Infantry Division and local government units are to expand cooperation in securing the surrender of more local terrorists to sustain the peace spreading around now in potential investment destinations in provinces under its jurisdiction......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Makabayan bloc seeks probe into funding of charter change initiatives

In a resolution Reps. France Castro (ACT Teachers Party-list), Arlene Brosas (Gabriela Women’s Party) and Raoul Manuel (Kabataan Party-list) called for a probe by the House’s committee on public accounts, stressing the public deserves to know the source of funding for the renewed attempt to change the Constitution. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

15 more BIFF terrorists surrender to military

Fifteen more members of the outlawed Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters surrendered to the military in Datu Piang, Maguindanao del Sur on Monday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Islamic religion student slain near scene of deadly Maguindanao Sur ambush

Relatives want an extensive probe on the brutal killing of a 16-year-old Islamic religion student, found dead on Monday in Barangay Tuayan in Datu Hoffer, Maguindanao del Sur near where four soldiers were fatally ambushed by local terrorists the day before......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 20th, 2024

Lanao cops, soldiers on alert vs terrorist retaliatory attacks

Police and the military have tightened security at the border of Lanao del Sur and Lanao del Norte to thwart possible attacks by Dawlah Islamiya terrorists.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

6 Dawlah men, 2 NPAs surrender in Maguindanao del Norte

Six Dawlah Islamiya terrorists and two members of the New People’s Army turned in assorted firearms and explosives and pledged allegiance to the government in Upi, Maguindanao del Norte on Monday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

More SAF personnel deployed in Lanao del Sur, Marawi City

The Bangsamoro regional police on Monday deployed personnel of the elite Special Action Force in three towns in Lanao del Sur and in Marawi City to help local officials guard against clan wars and protect constituents from local terrorists......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

3 high-powered firearms recovered in Catbalogan clash

An armed encounter between the troops of 87th Infantry Battalion, Philippine Army and approximately five CPP-NPA Terrorists (CNTs) transpired on July 21, 2023 in the vicinity of Barangay Bangon, Catbalogan City, Samar......»»

Category: newsSource:  samarnewsRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

SEC moves to help Philippines exit from FATF gray list

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plans to further raise the compliance rate among corporations for reporting beneficial ownership, a move that will support the country’s bid to exit the global ‘dirty money’ gray list this year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

EDITORIAL Stuck in the gray list

While moving heaven and Earth to amend the Constitution ostensibly to attract more foreign investments, the government is taking its sweet time getting out of the so-called gray list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring for money laundering and counterterrorist financing......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 26th, 2024

Marcos OKs military’s P2-trillion wish list for weapons, equipment

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the military’s revised wish list for new weaponry and equipment to shore up the country’s defenses against threats, in the face of a rapidly evolving regional security landscape. The updated acquisition plan called “Re-Horizon 3” will focus on “an array of capabilities which will range from.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

No extension of party-list registration deadline – Comelec

The Commission on Elections is not inclined to extend the deadline for party-list groups to file the required manifestation of intent to participate in the 2025 elections......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Illegal firearms, ammunition dealer in Maguindanao del Sur busted

The police seized hundreds of rounds of ammunition of various calibers and four .45 caliber pistols from an illegal dealer, said to have peddled his merchandise to local terrorists, entrapped in Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur on Friday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Koko wants drone operations regulated

A measure that would regulate ownership and operation of drones by private persons is being pushed by Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III as the gadgets may be used to violate rights, exploited by terrorists or pose a hazard to aircraft......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

PDEA denies Bongbong Marcos was on drug list despite Duterte’s allegations 

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was never listed by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) for illegal drugs, the agency said on Monday. Former president Rodrigo Duterte, however, asserted last Sunday at a prayer rally in Davao that Marcos had been on the narcotics list, citing evidence shown to him by PDEA during.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024