MANILA, Philippines — The conspiracy to oust President Duterte starting Sept. 21 fizzled out, but the plot called “Red October” is still on, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) warned over the weekend. Parlade insisted that the previously reported Sept. 21 plan to oust Duterte was real, if not a prelude or at least aimed at destabilizing his administration. Parlade said the Sept. 21 attempt was unsuccessful, but the plan for next month called “Red October” remains. Robredo, the LP, Trillanes and Magdalo have all denied involvement in any plot to oust Duterte. “That’s the good result, Tindig Pilipinas withdrew from the alliance,” he claimed, noting that the group opted out at the last minute on Sept. 19 or 20.

Source: Philippine Star September 23, 2018 15:33 UTC