Basilan Security Measures Heightened After Ambush on Soldiers
Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. met with Basilan Governor Mujiv Hataman and other officials following an ambush that wounded 13 soldiers in Tipo-Tipo town. Discussions focused on strengthening security measures, with indications pointing to a criminal gang seeking revenge rather than religious extremists.
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