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Gov't peace panel chief hails MILF pledge for peaceful BARMM polls
- Sep 7, 2026
- Taher G Solaiman
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In a statement issued September 6, Sarmiento said the government and the MILF, its peace partner, have also agreed on Guidelines for Mutual Understanding between the Coordinating Committees on the Cessation of Hostilities (CCCH) and the Ad Hoc Joint Action Group (AHJAG), which will govern ceasefire-related functions during the polls.Sarmiento said the recent signing of these agreements...
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MILF strips Macacua of BIAF post
- Sep 6, 2026
- Taher G Solaiman
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The action confirms and finalizes an indefinite suspension the MILF Central Committee had imposed on Macacua earlier this year, when it cited clear acts of defiance and insubordination against the Central Committee under BIAF General Order No. 1. Also formally removed were three officers closely identified with Macacua: J1 Toks Ebrahim (Brahim), J2 Von Al Haq Maslamama, and General...
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MILF political committees gather at Camp Darapanan for campaign orientation
- Sep 2, 2026
- Ibnu Sabeel
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The gathering focused on political coordination, organizational discipline and preparations for the September 14, 2026 Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections (BPE). Discussions also emphasized the importance of conducting political activities in accordance with Philippine law, Islamic principles and the rules and regulations of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC).Mohagher Iqbal, Vice President of...
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MILF chief condemns Macacua ambush, calls for thorough probe
- Aug 17, 2026
- Taher G. Solaiman
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In a statement issued shortly before Sunday morning, Ebrahim stressed that any act of violence or intimidation against any individual in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) "is unacceptable.""We therefore reiterate our opposition to violence and intimidation, and call for the immediate, impartial, and thorough investigation of the reported attack, including the...
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UBJP rallies Basilan: Al Haj Murad draws strong turnout at grand proclamation
- Aug 17, 2026
- Muhammad Musa
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MILF Chairman Al Haj Murad Ebrahim, concurrent UBJP president, drew a strong reception from the crowd upon his arrival at the venue.Earlier that day, UBJP Vice President and MILF First Vice Chairman Mohagher Iqbal, together with party officials and candidates, paid a courtesy call on Basilan Governor Mujiv Hataman to discuss continued engagement with local leaders and stakeholders as the...
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