Army says Samar clashes expose NPA rebels’ weaknesses

Army says Samar clashes expose NPA rebels’ weaknesses

By Sarwell Meniano ENDING INSURGENCY. A rebel killed during a clash with government troops in Motiong, Samar, on April 24, 2026. The Philippine Army said on Monday (April 27) that a series of recent armed encounters between government forces and remnants of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Samar indicates that the rebels’ strength is diminishing. (Photo courtesy of 8ID) TACLOBAN CITY – The Philippine Army said the recent series of armed encounters…