Duterte tells soldiers: No room for complacency on terrorism

By Prince Golez

The recent bombings in Jolo, Sulu that killed 15 people, including seven military personnel, and injured more than a dozen others will only strengthen the government’s resolve to crush the lawless elements, President Rodrigo Duterte said.

In a speech before the soldiers at the Kuta Heneral Teodulfo Bautista Headquarters Sunday, Duterte said the “cowardly” terrorist attack that took place in downtown Jolo on Monday proves that law enforcement authorities should not be complacent about the threat of terrorism.

“Lagi ninyong tandaan na ang kaligtasan ng ating mamamayan at mga komunidad ang inyong prayoridad. Right now, our entire nation is dealing with the global health crisis yet enemies of the state will still find the energy to perpetuate the acts of violence and terrorism,” according to the Chief Executive.

“Now more than ever our nation needs our Armed Forces to ensure that these terrorists will never succeed in their pointless goals. By choosing to fight for your country here in Sulu, you honor the ultimate sacrifice of your fellow soldiers and the countless others who fought before you,” he added.

Duterte assured troops that he will give them all their needed support to prevent and stop terrorist activities.

“I know that the ongoing pandemic has not only made your responsibilities even more complicated and more hardships yet in the spirit of selflessness you remain strong in your mission for the Filipino people. Because of this, I am humbled by your commitment, inspired by your patriotism and grateful for a continued support.

“Bilang isang Pilipino ibibigay ko sa inyo ang lahat ng suporta na kailangan ninyo para matupad ang inyong misyon dito sa Jolo. I commit myself to work with you my dear troops to ensure that these terrorists will have no future in this country,” he said.

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