The Armed Forces of the Philippines said it was on full alert for communist rebels’ possible attacks as the Communist Party of the Philippines celebrates its founding anniversary on Tuesday. He said the CPP-NPA-National Democratic Front has lost its ideological mooring and all their actions reflect a terrorist organization contrary to their claims. ADVERTISEMENTPresident Rodrigo Duterte has declared the NPA as a terrorist organization after he scrapped the peace talks with the rebels. The government declared a ceasefire from p.m. Dec. 23 to 6 p.m. Dec. 26; and 6 p.m. Dec. 30 to 6 p.m. Jan.2. Arevalo also urged the rebels to return to the government fold, be with their families, and become productive citizens.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer December 26, 2017 05:12 UTC