Topic: Basilan

All Content

In Philippines, US fights militancy with new classrooms

US troops in the southern Philippines work to undercut militancy with projects such as better roads, fatter cattle, and a new school, which opened last week.
Global News Blog
Philippines political violence on Mindanao leaves 35 dead

Philippines political violence claims 35 lives on the southern island of Mindanao. An adviser to President Gloria Arroyo calls it a "massacre... unequaled in recent history."
Terrorism & Security
Philippines: Are two militant groups joining forces?

Philippines government alleges MILF involvement in a firefight last week with members of the militant Abu Sayyaf, calling into question a cease-fire with the rebel group.
Global News Blog
Deadly Filipino 'slugfest' between soldiers and Islamists

Wednesday's firefight was the bloodiest battle involving the Abu Sayyaf in at least two years. It also raises questions about the effectiveness of US support to Filipino troops.
Terrorism & Security
Philippine troops clash with Abu Sayyaf militants

The Islamist group is holding three Red Cross workers hostage on a southern island.
In Basilan, Philippines, a US counterterrorism model frays

Renewed violence on the island shows the challenge of wiping out militant groups for good.