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PBBM: Country can draw inspiration from heroism of SAF 44

(Eagle News)–The country can draw inspiration from the heroism of the 44 Special Action Force troopers who were killed in a firefight in Mamasapano, Maguindanao nine years ago, President Bongbong Marcos said on Thursday, Jan. 25. In his message during the National Day of Remembrance of the Heroic Sacrifice of the SAF 44, the President said Filipinos should honor them “by never letting down the flag that they fought for” and by being worthy stewards […]

President Bongbong Marcos pays tribute to SAF 44

(Eagle News) — President Bongbong Marcos paid tribute to the 44 Philippine National Police’s Special Action Force members who were killed in a mission to arrest Malaysian bomber Zulkifli Bin Hir alias Marwan in Mamasapano, Maguindanao in 2015. In a statement, the President said their heroism “will always inspire us as we continue to protect and serve our people.” “We honor the 44 brave Special Action Force officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the […]

Palace pays tribute to SAF 44

(Eagle News)–The Palace on Saturday, Jan. 25, paid tribute to the 44 members of the Special Action Force who were killed in a botched operation in Mamasapano, Maguindanao in 2015. “As we recall the tragedy that befell the (Philippine National Police) members in Mamasapano, Maguindanao and pay homage to the bravery and heroism of the 44 members of the (SAF), let us learn and reflect from the mistakes of this botched police operation that it […]

SAF 44 given posthumous awards in Palace ceremonies

  (Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte conferred the 42 Special Action Force troopers who were killed in the botched Mamasapano operation in 2015 with posthumous Medals of Valor on Tuesday, April 17. Of the 44, Chief Inspector Gednat Tabdi and P02 Romeo Cempron already received their commendations during the Aquino administration. The 44 were also given the Order of Lapu Lapu in ceremonies held in Malacanang. “Indeed, the SAF 44 is not only a […]