CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City- General Romeo Brawner Jr., Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (CSAFP), honored seven wounded soldiers of the 6th Infantry Division for their bravery in the battle against members of Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) Karialan Faction on April 24, 2024, at Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur province.
General Brawner Jr. commended the 6th Infantry Division personnel for their immense dedication and sacrifices for safeguarding peace and security in the region. He assured them of the AFP’s unwavering support and pledged to ensure that they receive the best possible medical care and assistance in their recovery.
Troops from the 1st Brigade Combat Team with elements from the 1st Scout Ranger Battalion neutralized the highest-ranking leader of the BIFF - Karialan Faction in a series of encounters on Monday, April 22 in Sitio Pendililang, Kitango, Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur.
General Brawner Jr. expressed high hope to meet the timelines for the cessation of violence in Mindanao. As the nation honors its courage, the AFP remains firm in its mission to safeguard the welfare of the Filipino people and uphold the integrity of the nation.
Photo by SSg Ambay/PAOAFP
