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Jolo blasts no direct threat to Eastern Mindanao: military
The Eastern Mindanao Command (Eastmincom) stated that the recent Jolo bombings do not pose a direct threat to Eastern Mindanao.
Eastmincom is maintaining vigilance and a full alert status following the explosions.
Commanders have been instructed to intensify security operations to prevent any potential spillover of the incident.
The public is encouraged to report any suspicious activities or individuals.
The twin explosions in Jolo, Sulu, resulted in at least 15 fatalities and 75 injuries.
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