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Soldier Dies From Head Wounds Following Basilan Ambush
A military personnel succumbed to severe head injuries sustained during an armed ambush in Lamitan City, Basilan on Thursday evening. The soldier's death was confirmed by Army officials on Friday morning.
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PAGADIAN CITY, ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR — A soldier has died from head injuries sustained in an ambush attack in Lamitan City, Basilan on Thursday night, military officials confirmed Friday. Army Brig. Gen. Frederick Sales, commander of the Army's 1101st Infantry Brigade, said the victim succumbed to the severe wounds early Friday morning. The soldier was among personnel targeted in the Thursday evening incident in the conflict-affected province. The ambush marks the latest security incident in the region, which has witnessed recurring armed clashes between military forces and various armed groups. Details regarding the circumstances of the attack and the identity of those responsible remain under investigation by military authorities.