Army urged to relocate away from communities

From the Philippine Information Agency (Oct 25): Army urged to relocate away from communities

Two city councilors renewed calls to keep the shelter of soldiers away from the houses of residents particularly in Barangay Pandaitan, Paquibato district to ensure the safety of civilians in the event rebels launch attacks. Speaking at the regular session of the city council Tuesday, Councilor Jimmy Dureza said soldiers must consider the safety of civilians in setting up camps within the community. He said military base must locate themselves away from the population since it causes danger to the civilians especially during attacks perpetrated by rebels. “Soldiers must be located far from the population because their presence might cause danger to the lives of civilians,” Dureza said. Councilor Leah Librado echoed Dureza saying that the soldiers must relocate away from civilian communities.  She said soldiers must ensure the safety of civilians by keeping them away from the crossfire during rebel attacks....
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