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Martial law an option but urgent action needed vs. terrorism in Sulu
Armed Forces chief Lt. Gen. Gilbert Gapay stated that declaring martial law in Sulu is an option but immediate measures are needed to prevent terror attacks in Mindanao.
Gapay mentioned that martial law requires legislative approval, which can be a lengthy process.
He also noted that the military is strictly enforcing Presidential Proclamation No. 55, placing Mindanao under a state of national emergency due to lawless violence.
Gapay added that the existing anti-terror law can be used to pursue and prevent attacks by terrorists.
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