Armed Forces belittles impact of hunger strike by ‘Morong 43’
By Mario J. Mallari 12/04/2010The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) yesterday belittled the impact of the hunger strike staged by members of the so-called “Morong 43” to their case.
“Remember that the justice system revolves around evidence… so this may have nil impact on the outcome of the cases at hand,” said AFP spokesman Brig. Gen. Jose Mabanta Jr.
Mabanta said the military sees nothing wrong with the hunger strike.
“We understand the stressful situation of the “Morong 43” as individuals. This is a democratic and free society and they can express their sentiments in whatever way they want,” said Mabanta.
The so-called “Morong 43” were captured by combined police and military operatives last Feb. 6 in a private residence in Morong town, Rizal allegedly while conducting bomb-making training. They were tagged as members and leaders of the communist New People’s Army (NPA).
Various firearms and explosives components were recovered during the operation..... MORE
Source: The Daily Tribune
URL: http://www.tribuneonline.org/nation/20101204nat3.html
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