Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) VS. Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) in Sulu
On May 26, 2019, around 26 families from Barangay Igasan, Patikul municipality in Sulu province were displaced due to
firefight between the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and Abu Sayaff Group (ASG). According to the local authorities,
the conflict sparked when the armed group allegedly harassed the AFP while conducting a community dialogue related to
the implementation of a government-led project on livelihood and infrastructure for the ASG returnees. The firefight
resulted in the wounding of two (2) civilians and death of two (2) minors who were caught in the crossfire. The IDPs sought
temporary shelter with their relatives and in the municipal hall.
IDPPAR no. 03, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) VS. Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) in Sulu, Issue no. 02, 2019
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