Four BIFF militants lay down arms in Maguindanao del Sur under peace program
Four members of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters surrendered their weapons in Rajah Buayan, Maguindanao del Sur, joining the government’s Balik-Loob initiative.
In Rajah Buayan, four BIFF fighters turned themselves in and handed over their firearms as part of the Balik-Loob Program. Army Lieutenant Colonel Williard Maquida presented the surrender to Brigadier General Gremel Brual of the 601st Infantry Brigade. Local mayors Bai Maruja Ampatuan Mastura and Mielyn Ali expressed support for the effort and pledged further assistance to the peace process.
Why it matters
The surrender shows progress in peace efforts to weaken an armed insurgent group in the Philippines.
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