I’m just saying, if a landmine explodes again, which is prohibited by the Geneva Convention, I’ll forego the peace talks. Duterte stressed that he would forego the peace talks if the rebels continue to use landmines, which is prohibited under the Geneva Convention. Duterte previously said that he is ready to hold “marathon talks” to address the insurgency problem plaguing the country. Speaking to soldiers in Catbalogan, Samar, Duterte said the government is determined to talk peace with the communists so that the next generation would not have to grapple with insurgency. The lifting of the ceasefire did not sit well with Sison, who scored Duterte for supposedly acting like a bully.

Source: Philippine Star August 08, 2016 13:33 UTC