Following the series of earthquakes that rocked various parts of the country, including Luzon and Metro Manila as well as the recent bombings in Sri Lanka, Senator Dick Gordon called on the whole country and the government to prepare for mass casualty incidents. Gordon, chairman of the Philippine Red Cross, underscored the need for swift […]
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Senator Win Gatchalian has called for unity in the wake of the deadly Easter Sunday bombings that rocked Sri Lanka and left more than 300 people dead. Gatchalian said the horrific acts committed were clearly done to further sow division among Muslims and Christians. “While we should remain vigilant against such violence, we must not […]
Senator Cynthia Villar condemned the twin bombings of the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Jolo, Sulu which killed 21 people and wounded at least 80 others last Sunday. “This bombing which targeted innocent people as they celebrate the Sunday Mass is clearly an act of terrorism. This should be condemned in the strongest possible […]