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Communist Party of the Philippines

The Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) is a militant group engaged in an ongoing armed conflict with the government, declaring periodic unilateral ceasefires during holidays while maintaining a weakened but persistent presence across several regions. It disputes military claims of clashes during ceasefire periods and criticizes government assertions of eliminating guerrilla fronts as exaggerated. The CPP's actions and declarations remain a subject of contention with government agencies and peace groups in the Philippines.

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Fri, January 2, 2026 at 10:04 AM

CPP disputes Army's claim of New Year's Day clash

The Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) has disputed a report by the military claiming a clash with New People's Army (NPA) members in Occidental Mindoro on New Year's Day, asserting their forces were observing a unilateral ceasefire.

Thu, December 25, 2025 at 11:20 AM

NPA declares 4-day unilateral ceasefire for holidays

The New People's Army (NPA) has initiated a four-day unilateral ceasefire coinciding with Christmas and New Year's Day.

Tue, December 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM

NTF-ELCAC dismisses CPP holiday ceasefire as lacking credibility

The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) has dismissed the Communist Party of the Philippines' (CPP) unilateral holiday ceasefire as lacking credibility and genuine commitment to peace.

Mon, December 15, 2025 at 7:45 AM

CPP declares 4-day Christmas, New Year ceasefire

The Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) has declared a unilateral four-day ceasefire for Christmas and New Year, from December 25 to 26, 2025, and December 31, 2025, to January 1, 2026.

Mon, July 28, 2025 at 5:39 PM

Marcos Jr. claims all guerrilla fronts eliminated, CPP calls it farcical

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. stated during his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) that all guerrilla fronts have been eliminated and vowed that no new insurgent groups will be formed.

Sat, June 7, 2025 at 9:43 PM

NDFP consultant Louie Jalandoni dies at 90

Luis "Louie" Gamboa Jalandoni, a senior consultant for the National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP) and a key figure in peace negotiations, has died at the age of 90.

Fri, April 4, 2025 at 3:08 PM

NTF-ELCAC slams CPP's 'out of touch' call for revolution

The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) criticized the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) for its continued call for a revolutionary struggle, stating it has been rejected by the Filipino people.

Thu, February 13, 2025 at 12:29 PM

AFP, PNP hail neutralization of NPA leader in Mindanao

The neutralization of New People's Army leader Myrna Sularte, alias Maria Malaya, in Butuan City is considered a significant strategic victory by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Philippine National Police in Mindanao.

Wed, February 12, 2025 at 10:04 PM

Top NPA leader Myrna Sularte killed in Butuan clash

Myrna Sularte, a high-ranking New People's Army (NPA) leader in the Caraga Region and spokesperson of the National Democratic Front (NDF) in Eastern Mindanao, was killed in a clash with government troops in Butuan City on Wednesday, February 12.

Mon, January 13, 2025 at 8:41 PM

Army CG: NPA no longer a threat to May polls

Philippine Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Roy Galido stated that the New People's Army (NPA) is no longer capable of influencing the upcoming May 12 midterm elections.