Manila Bulletin
Gapay appeals for public support vs terrorism
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Gilbert Gapay is urging the public to support security forces in combating terrorism, which has evolved into suicide bombing.
Gapay emphasized that national security is a shared responsibility requiring public trust, respect, and cooperation.
He advised citizens to remain vigilant, aware of their surroundings, and report any suspicious activities or individuals.
The AFP Chief highlighted that the Anti-Terror Act of 2020 will be more effective with the mindful cooperation of every Filipino.
Gapay extended the AFP's sympathies to the families of the victims of the recent twin suicide bombing attacks in Jolo, Sulu, which killed 15 persons and injured 74 others.
Dr. Rommel Banlaoi, chairman of the Philippine Institute for Peace, Violence, and Terrorism Research, stated that the Jolo blasts exemplify the new face of terrorism in the country, potentially involving family, female, or juvenile suicide bombers.
🤖
This story was generated by AI to help you understand the key points. For more detailed coverage, please see the news articles from trusted media outlets below.
News Sources
See how different news organizations are covering this story. Below are the original articles from various Philippine news sources that contributed to this summary.
