With the official start of the government's suspension of
military operations (SOMO) on early Wednesday morning, the Capiz-based 3rd
Infantry Division announced it is committed to abide by the rules and
regulations set for the annual Yuletide truce.
The SOMO will take effect beginning 12:01 a.m., Dec. 23 and
will end on 11:59 p.m., Jan. 3, 2016.
It only covers military operations against the New People's
Army (NPA).
"While the 3ID will be suspending all deliberate
offensive military operations, it will continue its presence in communities by
maintaining its security patrols aimed to protect the civilian populace,
government and private infrastructure, and military camps and detachments in
order to maintain peace and security in the area," 3rd Infantry Division
public affairs office chief Major Ray Tiongson said.
“Your Army remains committed and sincere in its resolve to
peace especially during this Christmas season. Our people deserve to celebrate
the Yuletide peacefully,” 3rd Infantry Division acting commander Brig. Gen.
Reynaldo Mutiangpili said.
Despite the SOMO, the 3rd Infantry will also maintain its
activities supporting the government and civil authorities’ peace, development,
law enforcement operations and humanitarian assistance programs.
Taking into consideration past NPA SOMO violations,
Mutiangpili said they will continue with its proactive defense counter measures
to prevent imminent rebel attacks.
Mutiangpili also instructed the units in the field to remain
vigilant especially in protecting the civilian communities.
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