The military will continue its drive against armed groups while helping local governments and health authorities fight the spread of new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) infections in Mindanao. | alipalajulieINQ
The Westmincom said the 11 soldiers “paid the ultimate sacrifice” to help “ensure the safety and security of the community against the ASG .”
“This afternoon, we lost 11 brave soldiers and 14 others were injured while securing the people of Sulu from the cruelty of the Abu Sayyaf,” Sobejana said on Friday evening. The Westmincom said its combat troops inflicted enemy casualties, based on the blood stains found in the encounter site.On Saturday, the dead and wounded soldiers were being evacuated from Sulu to Zamboanga City where the Westmincom is headquartered.
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