Manila Bulletin
Peace talks with Reds a waste of time- Eleazar
Philippine National Police chief Police General Guillermo Lorenzo Eleazar stated that peace talks with the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army-National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF) would be futile, especially after a recent landmine incident in Masbate.
Eleazar echoed President Rodrigo Duterte's sentiment that resuming peace talks would be a waste of time, as the rebels are perceived to be asking for too much.
He condemned the rebels' actions, noting their disregard for the place, time, and victims in their attacks.
The PNP chief emphasized that the NPA will not embrace the concept of peace.
The recent landmine blast in Masbate, which killed labor leader Nolven Absalon and his cousin, college football player Kieth Absalon, has drawn widespread condemnation for violating international laws.
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