AFP condemns Jolo bombings, vows justice for victims

AFP Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Gilbert Gapay strongly condemned the twin suicide bombings in Jolo, Sulu, which resulted in the deaths of eight soldiers, six civilians, and a police officer, with over 80 others injured.

Gapay pledged that the military will pursue justice for the victims and is currently conducting operations to apprehend members of the Abu Sayyaf Group faction led by Mundi Sawadjaan, who is suspected of orchestrating the attack.

He emphasized that no religion or ideology justifies such attacks and offered sincere condolences to the families of those affected.

Philippine Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Cirilito Sobejana stated that financial and burial assistance, along with other forms of support like capital, health, educational, and shelter aid, will be provided to the families of the slain soldiers.

The remains of the fallen soldiers from the 21st and 35th Infantry Battalions have been transported to their respective provinces for funeral honors.