Dawlah Islamiya Bomb-Making Expert Surrenders to Army
At Camp Siongco in Maguindanao del Norte, a 35-year-old bomb-making expert affiliated with the Dawlah Islamiya terrorist group voluntarily surrendered to the Army’s 1st Brigade Combat Team (1BCT) on Thursday. The former extremist came forward carrying weapons and explosives, signaling a significant step toward peace.
During the surrender ceremony held at the 1BCT headquarters in Sultan Kudarat, the individual handed over an Uzi 9mm submachine gun and a 60mm improvised explosive device. His identity remains confidential for security reasons.
Military Operations and Peace Programs Lead to Surrender
In a recent radio interview, the commander of the 1BCT highlighted the impact of ongoing military operations combined with the surrenderer’s personal desire for peace. These factors played a crucial role in convincing the bomb-maker to lay down arms.
“This shows our peace program works,” stated a senior military official, encouraging other members of Dawlah Islamiya to follow suit and surrender peacefully. The statement reflects growing confidence in the success of government efforts to reduce insurgency.
Local Officials Facilitate Peaceful Turnover
Community leaders and local officials were also recognized for their important part in facilitating the peaceful surrender. Their cooperation with the military helped ensure a smooth and safe turnover process.
This event marks a hopeful development in the ongoing efforts to bring lasting peace to conflict-affected areas. It demonstrates that coordinated government initiatives, backed by community support, can encourage militants to abandon violence.
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