Islamist Insurgency
4 reports
Leadership Rift Worsens Within the Moro Islamic Liberation Front As Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua Is Suspended As Military Chief-of-Staff
The MILF suspended Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua as its military chief of staff, deepening internal divisions ahead of the 2026 elections. Observers warn the leadership rift could further delay the peace process and create uncertainty over regional security.
Islamist Insurgency and Terrorism Running Assessment - May 2026
PSA Intelligence did not monitor any significant changes to the Islamist terrorism situation in the Philippines for May 2026.
Philippines Annual Islamist Insurgency Report - 2026 Edition
PSA Intelligence's Philippines Annual Islamist Insurgency Report - 2026 Edition discusses identified trends in Islamist insurgent and terrorist activity in the Philippines in 2025, the capabilities of threat group remnants in 2026, and what these mean for organizations operating in high-risk areas.
10 Maute Members Killed, Arms Factory Raided in Lanao del Sur
Government operations in Lanao del Sur have significantly weakened the Maute Group. Following the raid of an arms factory and the deaths of ten militants, including an alleged leader, fewer than twenty active members remain, posing only a limited, localized threat.