With various body now investigating the bloody Jan. 25
Mamasapano, Maguindanao incident, which killed 44 Special Action Force (SAF)
members, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is appealing to the Filipino
people to continue supporting the brave and dedicated men and women in the
uniformed service.
In the same incident, Malaysian terrorist and bomb-maker
Zulkipli bin Hir alias Marwan was neutralized.
"We call on our people to unite and stand behind our
uniformed personnel, particularly our soldiers and policemen, amid the issues
that arise from the Mamasapano encounter," AFP public affairs office chief
Lt. Col. Harold Cabunoc said.
"Let us remember the heroism, bravery, and sacrifices
of our policemen and soldiers, who stand ready to lay down their lives to
protect our communities, our families and friends, and our way of life,"
he said.
Cabunoc also reminded the public that it is during
tumultuous times that security forces need their support like you have
supported the military and police during past losses incurred in the line of
duties.
"You supported our troops, many of whom have paid the
ultimate sacrifice, during past operations including the Al Barka incident in
2011 where we lost 19 soldiers; the encounter in Patikul, Sulu in 2013 where we
lost seven Marines; and Zamboanga City siege in 2013 where 20 soldiers and five
policemen lost their lives while defending the city against Moro National
Liberation Front-Misuari faction members," he said.
"Let us stand as one nation to support our security forces
and avoid the calls for divisiveness. We call on our people to exercise
sobriety and be objective and discerning in our quest to know the truth and
pursue justice," Cabunoc concluded.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?idn=1&sid=&nid=1&rid=734770
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