From the Daily Tribune (Nov 21): Gov’t keen on striking down ISIS recruitment in RP
The Aquino administration has expressed intentions to completely thwart possible recruitment activities conducted by the Islamic State militants in the Philippines, as Malacanang noted that moves by the jihadist group to recruit Filipinos in Mindanao have yet to be verified.
Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr. said that the authorities are currently on the case, ensuring that the administration will act as soon as possible in time that such an instance is verified in the country.
Coloma said that the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and local government officials in vicinities where alleged recruitment takes place are on watch for the illegal activities of the terrorist group.
“We continue to assure that our authorities and law enforcement are ensuring the security of the people and of their communities from terrorist threats,” he said.
The AFP said it is coordinating with local leaders to prevent ISIS recruitment efforts and enjoined their support to our counter-radicalization campaign in the communities, Coloma added.
A Filipino was reported to be among the Islamic State fighters seen in a recent video showing the beheading of Syrian soldiers earlier this week, prompting the Palace official to give out the statements.
However, military intelligence units said that the authenticity of the video, which may be part of the jihadist group’s propaganda, has yet to be ascertained.
Reports that the Islamic State jihadists control large swathes of Iraqi and Syrian territory revealed that the group has been accused of several atrocities in these areas, whereas in the local scene, a student form the Western Mindanao State University earlier reported Islamic State recruitment activities in southern Philippines.
President Aquino earlier said the Philippines is willing to help in the campaign against the jihadist group.
http://www.tribune.net.ph/nation/gov-t-keen-on-striking-down-isis-recruitment-in-rp
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