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Abu Sayyaf Group

Philippine Military’s Worst Air Disaster Kills 50, Wounds 49

Philippine Military’s Worst Air Disaster Kills 50, Wounds 49

By Jim Gomez
The doomed Lockheed C-130 Hercules was one of two ex-U.S. Air Force aircraft recently handed over to the Philippines.

Duterte Threatens ‘All-Out Offensive’ After More Violence in Mindanao

Duterte Threatens ‘All-Out Offensive’ After More Violence in Mindanao

By Nick Aspinwall
A recent spike in clashes is threatening a fragile peace between the Philippine government and Moro Muslims in Mindanao.
Under Pressure on Shore, Abu Sayyaf May Increase Reliance on the Sea

Under Pressure on Shore, Abu Sayyaf May Increase Reliance on the Sea

By Jay Benson
A November incident holds important lessons about the militant group’s changing operations, as well as how to counter them.

Are Philippine Militants Looking to Take Advantage of COVID-19?

Are Philippine Militants Looking to Take Advantage of COVID-19?

By Kenneth Yeo
Hints of a united front among Abu Sayyaf Group factions could sorely test a Philippine military already stretched thin by the pandemic.

In Mindanao, BARMM Is Only the Beginning

In Mindanao, BARMM Is Only the Beginning

By Mathew Bukit
Establishing the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is only the start of the path to peace.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

The Changing Dynamics of Islamist Terrorism in Philippines

The Changing Dynamics of Islamist Terrorism in Philippines

By Kenneth Yeo Yaoren
The Jolo church bombing might signal a tactical shift from the groups affiliated to the Islamic State.

Mindanao’s Insurgencies Take an Explosive Turn

Mindanao’s Insurgencies Take an Explosive Turn

By Michael Hart
Under rising pressure from the military, Mindanao’s armed groups are increasingly turning to IEDs.
Eastern Sabah: Malaysia’s Frontline Against Militancy

Eastern Sabah: Malaysia’s Frontline Against Militancy

By Michael Hart
A bolstered security architecture in Sabah and its surrounding waters is having an impact.

Is Abu Sayyaf Really Defeated?

Is Abu Sayyaf Really Defeated?

By Michael Hart
After the siege of Marawi and Isnilon Hapilon’s death, what is left of Abu Sayyaf?

Mayhem in Marawi

Mayhem in Marawi

By Zachary Abuza
Is the Philippines up to the task of handling the latest wave of Islamist terrorism?

Why Another Philippines Terrorist Attack Is Coming

Why Another Philippines Terrorist Attack Is Coming

By Zachary Abuza
Another Marawi-like siege is likely to occur.
Asia's Deadly Pirates

Asia's Deadly Pirates

By Neil Thompson
Asia sees more kidnappings and armed robberies at sea than anywhere else in the world.

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