GenSan Market Blast Kills 5
Five people were killed when a bomb exploded at around 6 tonight at the public market in General Santos City, according to an ABS-CBN report.
The Daily Post (1/10/07)
Authorities have "downplayed" the advisory issued by the Australian government warning that Davao is a likely target of terror attacks in the coming days. "We knew about the threat. It…
Davao ‘May Be Particular Target’ of Terror Attack
The Australian government has renewed its advisory warning its citizens from traveling to certain parts of the country, particularly in Mindanao and Cebu. The advisory warned that “Davao City may be a particular target” of terrorist attacks.
“The attacks could occur at any time, anywhere in Mindanao, including during the period 9-16 January which includes the Asean and East Asian Summits,” the advisory said. “Davao City may be a particular target.”
Cotabato City Blast Wounds Two
A bomb exploded in Cotabato City today, Friday, wounding two people. Police said the crude explosive device was placed outside a restaurant. Reports (here and here) said the police have…
Davao May Be Target of Christmas, New Year Attacks — Australia
Australia has warned its citizens against traveling to certain areas in the Philippines, particularly in Mindanao,"because of the very high threat of terrorist attack, including kidnapping, and related counter-terrorism operations."…