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Defense chief, AFP commander visit Basilan after military convoy ambush
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff General Antonio Nafarrete traveled to Basilan on Tuesday to assess security measures and visit troops wounded in a militant ambush the previous day.
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PAGADIAN CITY, ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR — Top military and defense officials rushed to Basilan on Tuesday, October 6, following a deadly ambush on a military convoy in Tipo-Tipo the day prior.
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff General Antonio Nafarrete led the inspection visit to evaluate the security situation and meet with wounded soldiers affected by the attack.
The ambush marked a significant security incident in the volatile southern region, prompting immediate high-level intervention from national defense leadership. The visits underscored the military's response to threats in the area.
Details regarding the circumstances of the ambush, the number of casualties, and specific security measures being implemented remained under official assessment during the commanders' on-site evaluation.