PASIG CITY, Aug. 27 (PIA) -- The Philippine Army has honored and recognized the heroism of eight soldiers who died during the recent twin bombings in Jolo, Sulu.
Photo courtesy of Philippine Army Facebook page
“The Philippine Army grieves over the death of these men. We honor their sacrifice in serving our country and protecting the people of Jolo, Sulu,” Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Cirilito Sobejana said.
Sobejana also extended his deepest condolences to the bereaved families and assured that the Army is ready to extend necessary assistance.
The remains of Staff Sgt. Louie T. Cuarteros, Staff Sgt. Manuelito M. Oria, Pvt. Omair Muksan, Pvt. Juvienjay T. Emlani, Pvt. John Ray E. Paler, Pvt. Aiub S. Sahid, Pvt. James A Apolinario from the 21st Infantry Battalion and Pvt. John P. Agustin from the 35th Infantry Battalion were sent to their respective provinces for funeral honors.
The Philippine Army will provide burial assistance, command financial assistance and special financial assistance. The families will also be entitled to receive capital (Special Financial Assistance) from the President’s Socio-Civic Projects Fund. Additionally, other government offices have allocated funds for health, education, and shelter assistance among others.
Likewise, in a statement sent to the PIA-NCR, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Gilbert Gapay said that the AFP condemns and vows to exact justice on the perpetrators of the terror attack that resulted to the death of soldiers and wounding of civilians.
“No sensible religion or ideology would ever endorse these hapless attacks.”
The AFP chief also extended his sincere condolences to the families and friends of the victims.
“Rest assured that their sacrifices will not be in vain. The Abu Sayyaf Group will not deter us from nor shake our resolve to bring an end to their violence. Our troops on the ground continue to be on high alert to deter similar attacks.”
Gapay also said that AFP’s combat and intelligence operations were ramped up to pursue those responsible. He also advised the public to remain calm, be vigilant, and to do their share in keeping their communities safe by cooperating with government authorities. (PIA-NCR)
“The Philippine Army grieves over the death of these men. We honor their sacrifice in serving our country and protecting the people of Jolo, Sulu,” Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Cirilito Sobejana said.
Sobejana also extended his deepest condolences to the bereaved families and assured that the Army is ready to extend necessary assistance.
The remains of Staff Sgt. Louie T. Cuarteros, Staff Sgt. Manuelito M. Oria, Pvt. Omair Muksan, Pvt. Juvienjay T. Emlani, Pvt. John Ray E. Paler, Pvt. Aiub S. Sahid, Pvt. James A Apolinario from the 21st Infantry Battalion and Pvt. John P. Agustin from the 35th Infantry Battalion were sent to their respective provinces for funeral honors.
The Philippine Army will provide burial assistance, command financial assistance and special financial assistance. The families will also be entitled to receive capital (Special Financial Assistance) from the President’s Socio-Civic Projects Fund. Additionally, other government offices have allocated funds for health, education, and shelter assistance among others.
Likewise, in a statement sent to the PIA-NCR, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Gilbert Gapay said that the AFP condemns and vows to exact justice on the perpetrators of the terror attack that resulted to the death of soldiers and wounding of civilians.
“No sensible religion or ideology would ever endorse these hapless attacks.”
The AFP chief also extended his sincere condolences to the families and friends of the victims.
“Rest assured that their sacrifices will not be in vain. The Abu Sayyaf Group will not deter us from nor shake our resolve to bring an end to their violence. Our troops on the ground continue to be on high alert to deter similar attacks.”
Gapay also said that AFP’s combat and intelligence operations were ramped up to pursue those responsible. He also advised the public to remain calm, be vigilant, and to do their share in keeping their communities safe by cooperating with government authorities. (PIA-NCR)
https://pia.gov.ph/news/articles/1051406
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