Philippines

Seven men related to Abu Sayyaf spokesman Albader Parad, including three police officers, were arrested in connection with the abduction of three Red Cross workers, two of whom are still being held captive on Jolo island. Suspected Abu Sayyaf gunmen attacked a truck carrying coconut plantation workers in Basilan, killing seven and wounding three.

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