
Samar Town Foils NPA Return Attempt
Residents of Matuguinao, Samar, alerted authorities to an attempted return by members of the New People’s Army (NPA) to remote villages. This prompted a security operation by the Philippine Army, thwarting the insurgency group's bid after the town's insurgency-free declaration.

Three Suspected Rebels Killed in Abra Clash
Three suspected New People’s Army (NPA) rebels were killed in a clash with government troops in Licuan-Baay, Abra, marking the fourth encounter between the forces.

Former Rebels in Samar Receive P5.35 Million in Government Aid
At least 103 former members and supporters of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Samar, Philippines, received a total of P5.354 million in financial assistance through the government’s Local Social Integration Program (LSIP).

Military Recovers Firearms from Rebels in Caraga, Philippines
The 4th Infantry Division (4ID) of the Philippine military recovered seven high-powered firearms from New People’s Army (NPA) rebels during operations in the Caraga Region over the weekend.

NPA Rebels Surrender in Masbate, Philippines
Five alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered to government forces in Palanas, Masbate, with an arms cache also recovered.

Bukidnon Tribal Leaders Reject NPA, Reaffirm Peace Commitment
Higaonon tribal leaders and Indigenous Peoples from several Bukidnon towns in the Philippines formally declared their rejection of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army-National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF) and reaffirmed their commitment to peace.

Philippine Army Declares NPA Rebels Dismantled in Northern Mindanao and Caraga
The newly appointed commander of the 4th Infantry Division announced that the communist New People’s Army (NPA) rebels in Northern Mindanao and Caraga regions have been "dismantled," with only a "handful" remaining.

Families of 'Negros 19' Fatalities Seek Autopsies
Families of at least three of the 19 alleged New People’s Army (NPA) members killed in an encounter in Toboso, Negros Occidental, have requested exhumation and postmortem examinations. The incident occurred on April 19.

Cauayan Mayor Condemns NPA Violence
Cauayan Mayor John Rey Tabujara condemned alleged violence, intimidation, and disturbance caused by the New People’s Army (NPA) in his municipality, assuring public safety.

Negros Occidental Governor Defends Military Operation After Deadly Encounter
Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson stated that the encounter between the Philippine Army and the New People’s Army, which resulted in 19 deaths, was a legitimate operation. Lacson, who chairs the Negros Island Region, defended the military's actions.

Negros Occidental town declares communist groups 'persona non grata'
The municipal council of Toboso in Negros Occidental has unanimously declared the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army-National Democratic Front of the Philippines (CPP-NPA-NDFP) as “persona non grata.”

Philippine Troops Discover Large Arms Cache in Butuan City
Joint forces from the Police Regional Office in Caraga and the Philippine Army uncovered an arms cache believed to belong to the New People’s Army (NPA) in Barangay Antongalon, Butuan City.

NPA Leader and 18 Rebels Slain in Negros, Philippines
At least 19 alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA), including a wanted rebel leader, were killed in a series of encounters with Army troops in Barangay Salamanca, Toboso, Negros Occidental.

Philippine Human Rights Commission Urged to Probe Alleged Rebel's Arrest
An advocacy group has called on the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to investigate the arrest and detention of Charlize Cameron Garzon, an alleged New People’s Army member, in Mindoro.

Two Suspected NPA Rebels Killed, Two Soldiers Injured in Surigao del Sur Clash
A firefight between Philippine Army troops and suspected New People’s Army (NPA) members in Barangay Nurcia, Lanuza town, Surigao del Sur, resulted in the deaths of two suspected rebels and injuries to two soldiers.

Suspected NPA rebel killed in Samar clash
TACLOBAN CITY — Government troops killed a suspected member of the communist New People’s Army (NPA) following an armed encounter in the hinterlands of Barangay Cabalagnan, Hinabangan, Samar on Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 25. Troops from the 63rd Infantry Battalion, which is based in Basey, Samar, engaged remnants of the Sub-Regional Committee Sesame of the Eastern

Philippine Army Identifies Rebels Slain in Abra Clash
The Philippine Army has identified three suspected New People’s Army (NPA) rebels killed in an August 4 encounter in Abra, as a human rights group raises concerns about autopsy delays.

Former NPA Members Receive Safe Conduct Passes in Southern Philippines
Over 100 former New People’s Army (NPA) members in Agusan del Sur and Surigao del Sur provinces were granted Safe Conduct Passes, protecting them from arrest while their amnesty applications are processed.

Former NPA Logistics Officer Arrested in Bukidnon Military Compound
An alleged former logistics officer of the New People’s Army (NPA), wanted for murder, was arrested inside a military intelligence compound in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon.

Businessman and Companion Found Dead in Victorias City, Negros Occidental
Two individuals, including a businessman previously linked to the New People’s Army, were discovered dead with multiple gunshot wounds in Victorias City, Negros Occidental.

Philippine Army Claims NPA Fighters in Northern Mindanao Reduced to 16
The Philippine military announced that the New People’s Army’s (NPA) North Central Mindanao Regional Committee has been reduced to just 16 armed guerrillas, signaling a potential final push to end the communist insurgency.

Two Alleged NPA Rebels Surrender in Occidental Mindoro
Two alleged New People’s Army (NPA) rebels surrendered to authorities in Abra de Ilog, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines, following sustained intelligence and peace-building efforts.

Five NPA Rebels Surrender in Masbate Amid Military Operations
Five alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered to the Army in Masbate province, Philippines, amidst intensified military operations.

Two American Communist Insurgents Killed in Philippines Clash
Two suspected American communist insurgents, Lyle Prijoles and Kai Dana-Rene Sorem, were among 19 killed in a firefight with the Philippine army, tied to the New People’s Army.

Suspected NPA Leader Killed in Surigao del Sur Clash
Government troops in the Philippines reported killing a suspected high-ranking New People’s Army (NPA) leader and capturing another member during an encounter in Marihatag, Surigao del Sur. The clash occurred on Monday.

Philippine National Security Adviser Rejects Peace Talks with Communist Rebels
National Security Adviser Eduardo Oban Jr. has publicly supported the Defense Secretary's rejection of peace talks with the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army-National Democratic Front, stating it is not in the Filipinos' interest.

Philippine task force warns of 'widening NPA recruitment' after Negros clash
The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) has expressed concern over an increase in New People’s Army (NPA) recruitment following a recent clash in Negros Occidental, Philippines.

Philippine Army Eliminates NPA Leadership in Negros
Five key officials of the New People’s Army’s Northern Negros Front (NNF) were among 19 suspected rebels killed in a recent encounter, creating a leadership vacuum in the area.

Philippine Military Alleges NPA Recruiting Foreigners
The Philippine military claims that communist New People’s Army (NPA) rebels are recruiting foreigners, citing evidence recovered after a recent clash in San Jose Occidental Mindoro.

Philippine Army Denies Abuse of Captured NPA Rebel
The Philippine military has denied allegations of intimidation, harassment, or torture against Charlize Cameron Garzon, an alleged New People’s Army (NPA) rebel captured in Occidental Mindoro.

3 alleged NPA rebels slain in Negros Occidental clash
BACOLOD CITY — Three alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA), tagged in a string of killings and arson incidents, were killed in an encounter with government troops in Barangay Tampalon,…

Eastern Visayas police welcomes surrender of 7 NPA fighters
TACLOBAN CITY — The government’s campaign to end insurgency in Eastern Visayas scored another gain after seven alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered in separate operations across four provinces over the weekend. The Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8) reported that the surrender took place in parts of Northern Samar, Samar, Leyte, and Eastern

Senator Padilla Links OVP Secret Funds to Stopping Rebel Attacks
Senator Robinhood Padilla has suggested a connection between the timing of the Office of the Vice President’s (OVP) confidential fund releases and the founding anniversaries of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army (CPP-NPA), implying the funds may have helped stop rebel attacks.

Former NPA Official Surrenders in Caraga, Philippines
A former high-ranking official of the dismantled New People’s Army (NPA) in the North Eastern Mindanao Regional Committee (NEMRC) has voluntarily surrendered in Caraga, marking a significant blow to the communist insurgency.

Philippine Army Clashes with Communist Rebels in Abra
Soldiers engaged in a second clash with alleged members of the New People’s Army during pursuit operations in Barangay Apao, Tineg, Abra province.

Army Recovers Alleged NPA Arms Cache in Oriental Mindoro
Government troops in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines, recovered two firearms and improvised explosive devices allegedly hidden by suspected members of the New People’s Army during a military operation in Bulalacao town.

Two Alleged NPA Rebels Killed in Clash with Troops in Camarines Sur
Two alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) were killed in an encounter with government forces in Goa, Camarines Sur, on Saturday morning.

Escalante City Evacuees Return Home After Negros Occidental Clash
Residents of Barangay Tamlang in Escalante City, Negros Occidental, who evacuated following an encounter between soldiers and New People’s Army guerrillas, have returned home. This follows an incident where an Army soldier was killed in a clash with the NPA.

Philippines Rejects Peace Talks with Communists, Focuses on Local Initiatives
The Philippine Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro stated that the national government will not pursue peace negotiations with the Communist Party of the Philippines and its armed wing, the New People’s Army, emphasizing localized peace initiatives instead.

Former Student Leader Among Five Killed in Negros Encounter
A former student leader, identified by the military as a New People’s Army (NPA) member, was among five individuals killed during an encounter with government troops in Cauayan, Negros Occidental, Philippines.

High-ranking NPA Leader Wounded in Masbate Clash
A deputy secretary of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Masbate province, Philippines, was wounded during a clash with government troops in Palanas town.

US Embassy Warns Citizens After Americans Die in Philippines Clash
The US embassy in Manila confirmed the deaths of two Americans in an April 19 clash between the Philippine military and the New People’s Army in Toboso, Negros Occidental, and subsequently warned US citizens about ongoing military operations.

Suspected NPA Rebels Killed in Samar Clash
Two suspected New People’s Army (NPA) rebels were killed in an encounter with government troops in Samar, Philippines.

PNP Intensifies Security in Negros Occidental After Army-NPA Clash
Philippine National Police Chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. ordered heightened security measures in Negros Occidental following a recent clash between government forces and the New People’s Army.

Philippine Army Appeals for Release of Fil-Am Woman Held by NPA
The Philippine military has called on New People’s Army (NPA) rebels in Occidental Mindoro to release a Filipino-American woman believed to be in their custody, citing concerns for her emotional distress.

Army Officer Killed, Soldiers Wounded in Mindoro Clash
A junior Army officer was killed, two soldiers were wounded, and an alleged New People’s Army (NPA) rebel was captured during an encounter in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines.

Soldiers recover decomposing body of NPA leader after Samar clash
TACLOBAN CITY — Government troops discovered the decomposing body of a suspected New People’s Army (NPA) leader following an armed encounter in Hinabangan, Samar, last Friday, March 14. Soldiers from the 63rd Infantry Battalion found the remains between Barangays Cabalagnan and Tabay while pursuing two fleeing members of the Sub-Regional Committee (SRC) Sesame, according to

Buried NPA Firearms Unearthed in Quezon
State security forces in Buenavista town, Quezon province, recovered high-powered firearms allegedly buried by members of the New People’s Army (NPA).