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Terrorists eyed in MSU bombing
By J.Lo
"Our EOD K9 from Lanao del Sur is still investigating the incident," Police Regional Office in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao Brig. Gen. Allan Nobleza said, referring to Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Canine Group eyeing involvement of terrorist group in explosion that killed four people and left 45 injured during Catholic mass inside Mindanao State University (MSU) gymnasium in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur.
In phone interview with reporters, Nobleza said explosion occurred at MSU's Dimaporo Gymnasium during mass at 7:40 in the morning.
Nobleza said probers were still trying to determine whether improvised explosive device (IED) or grenade was used.
Identities of the casualties have yet to be released.
Probers are trying to determine if attack is connected to killing of 11 members of terrorist group Dawlah Islamiyah in Maguindanao, including its declared leader Abdullah Sapal, on Dec. 1.
Nobleza said presence of Dawlah Islamiyah-Maute group has been reported in Lanao del Sur.
MSU announced classes have been suspended until further notice.
University administration are working closely with local authorities and law enforcement to ensure safety of campus.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.said police and armed forces have been directed "to ensure protection and safety of civilians and security of affected and vulnerable communities."
"I condemn in strongest possible terms senseless and most heinous acts perpetrated by foreign terrorists," he posted on X, formerly Twitter.
Maj. Gen. Gabriel Viray III, chief of the Philippine Army's 1st Infantry Division, said in interview that bombing incident was act of terror.
"As of now, we don't have a theory... but this is terror act…probably Daulah Islamiyah Maute group since they are in Lanao del Sur but we are looking at bomb signature to determine if group was indeed behind it," he said.
Viray noted that there are around 41 remnants of terrorist group in Lanao del Sur.
Philippine National Police (PNP) expressed condolences and confirmed four casualties and several wounded.
PNP public information office chief Col. Jean Fajardo said they are actively collaborating with local authorities.
"Our dedicated teams are on ground, diligently working to establish facts and identify individuals or groups responsible for this despicable act," Fajardo said.
PNP also urged the public to refrain from spreading unverified information and allow investigative teams to complete their work.
Philippine Coast Guard commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan ordered all 15 PCG districts to implement strict security measures at all seaports.
The US, Canada, European Union, France and Japan condemned bombing incident that killed four people and left 45 injured during Catholic mass gathering inside MSU gymnasium in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur.
US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson said perpetrators should be held accountable.
"My heart goes out to those affected by Mindanao State University bombing, especially victims and their loved ones… I extend my deepest condolences on the part of US government…we condemn this act of violence and support efforts to hold perpetrators accountable," Carlson posted on X, formerly Twitter.
European Union Ambassador Luc Véron is "deeply disheartening to learn of today's explosion at Mindanao State University in Marawi."
"Violence has no place in schools…in this difficult time, my thoughts are filled with concern for those students who have suffered injuries, and my sympathy extends to families who have lost their loved ones," Véron posted on X.
"On behalf of the Embassy of Canada, I express our sincere condolences to victims and families of those killed and wounded in today's vicious bombing at Mindanao State University," Canadian Ambassador David Hartman posted on X.
"We condemn this heinous act of violence and call for perpetrators to be held responsible," he added.
Japanese Ambassador Kazuhiko Koshikawa was deeply saddened by the tragedy at MSU and offered prayers for victims and their loved ones.
"I reiterate Japan's commitment to support peace process to achieve sustainable peace and stability in Mindanao," Koshikawa said.
In statement, French embassy in Manila offered condolences to families of victims and assured authorities and Filipino people of "our solidarity in face of this despicable terrorist attack."
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