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BIFF

The Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) is an extremist group active in Mindanao, known for engaging in violent acts such as bombings and terrorism. Several of its members have surrendered to government forces in recent years, often due to military pressure, family influence, and reconciliation efforts by local leaders. These surrenders highlight ongoing efforts to de-escalate conflict and promote peace in the region.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Mon, December 8, 2025 at 6:09 PM

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Recent developments on BIFF

Tue, November 4, 2025 at 6:36 PM

24 NPA, extremist members surrender in Central Mindanao

A total of 24 members from the New People's Army (NPA) and violent religious extremist groups surrendered to the government in Central Mindanao.

Thu, October 16, 2025 at 11:22 AM

Four suspected drug peddlers linked to terror groups arrested in Cotabato City

Four suspected drug peddlers, reportedly linked to the Dawlah Islamiya and Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) in Central Mindanao, were arrested in separate anti-drug operations in Cotabato City.

Wed, July 9, 2025 at 7:14 PM

11 BIFF members surrender in Maguindanao del Sur

Eleven more members of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) surrendered to military authorities in Maguindanao del Sur, pledging allegiance to the government.

Wed, July 2, 2025 at 3:42 PM

3 extremists surrender to PH Marines in Maguindanao del Norte

Three local extremists, two from the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) and one from the Dawlah Islamiya (DI)-Hassan Group, surrendered to the Philippine Marines in Maguindanao del Norte, yielding two 60mm mortar launchers and an RPG launcher.

Wed, May 7, 2025 at 4:37 PM

5 BIFF members surrender with firearms, explosives in Maguindanao del Sur

Five members of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF), skilled in improvised explosive devices, surrendered to the Army's 48th Infantry Battalion in Datu Salibo, Maguindanao del Sur.

Sun, May 4, 2025 at 4:38 PM

3 terrorists wounded, firearms seized in Maguindanao encounter

An encounter in Datu Salibo, Maguindanao del Sur resulted in three wounded terrorists and the seizure of firearms and explosives.

Tue, April 29, 2025 at 8:01 PM

Maguindanao del Sur police arrest bombing suspect

Authorities in Maguindanao del Sur have apprehended a suspect linked to the 2021 bombing of a bus in Tulunan, Cotabato.

Tue, April 29, 2025 at 3:32 PM

KCC launches student film competition for Korea in the Philippines theme

The Korean Cultural Center (KCC) in the Philippines has launched its first-ever student short film competition, themed 'Korea in the Philippines.'

Wed, March 19, 2025 at 6:49 PM

17 suspects arrested in Maguindanao anti-terror op

An anti-terror operation in Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur resulted in the apprehension of 17 local terrorists and the seizure of firearms and improvised explosive devices.

Fri, February 28, 2025 at 5:24 PM

45 BIFF members surrender in Maguindanao del Sur

A total of 45 members of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) have surrendered to the Philippine Army in Datu Anggal Midtimbang and Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur.