MANILA -- Malacañan confirmed Monday the death of two terrorist leaders, Omar Maute and Isnilon Hapilon, during a military operation meant to retake the last remaining Daesh-Maute stronghold in Marawi. In the same operation, 17 civilian hostages held hostage by the terror group were rescued. Presidential Spokesman Ernesto Abella said operating units in Marawi have … [Read more...] about Hapilon, Maute killed in Marawi
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Steven Seagal meets President Duterte
MANILA -- President Rodrigo Duterte and action star Steven Seagal met in Malacanang on Thursday after the actor arrived in the country scouting for a location for his new movie about illegal drugs. The President in his meeting with Seagal told the actor that movies are a reflection of life. He reiterated his strong stance against illegal drugs because it enslaves people to … [Read more...] about Steven Seagal meets President Duterte
Duterte: PDEA to lead campaign against illegal drugs
MANILA, Philippines -- President Rodrigo Roa Duterte directed the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) to lead the government’s campaign against drugs. In a memorandum titled, “Implementation of Republic Act 9165 Otherwise Known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002”, Duterte directed all concerned government agencies their respective responsibilites with … [Read more...] about Duterte: PDEA to lead campaign against illegal drugs
2 ‘narco-generals’ sacked
MANILA -- President Rodrigo Duterte has dismissed two high ranking police officials he earlier accused of being involved in the illegal drug trade. Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella named the two officials as former National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) director, Chief Supt. Joel Pagdilao; and former Quezon City Police District (QCPD) head, Chief Supt. Edgardo … [Read more...] about 2 ‘narco-generals’ sacked
