Activists face sedition charges from DOJ
“The underlying message of this trumped-up case is clear—criticism of the regime will be met with legal harassment."
Activists face sedition charges from DOJ
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Harassment intensifies in Southern Tagalog ahead of September 21 protest
Harassment intensifies in Southern Tagalog ahead of September 21 protest
“They can follow us, take photos of our offices, and even threaten us, but we will still march on September 21. Our fellow Filipinos deserve jobs with dignity, not a life of fear.”
Fisher group decries PH Army harassment of Zambales fishers
Fisher group decries PH Army harassment of Zambales fishers
The livelihoods of fisherfolk in Zambales have been largely affected by the rising tension in the West Philippine Sea and the lower catch due to recurring seasonal loss called "sigwada." But instead of due assistance, they are subjected to so-called "visits" and interrogation by soldiers.
Cavite student activist decries harassment
Cavite student activist decries harassment
On May 3, Tarra’s parents were again approached by people claiming to be from NTF-ELCAC, including a so-called“supervisor. They showed photos of Tarra participating in various activities and insisted on personally speaking to Tarra out of fear that he might “go to the mountains.” They said that on their next visit, they would like to speak to his parents again with forms and documents for them to sign.
Cordilleran leaders harassed by Ilocos Sur police, military
Cordilleran leaders harassed by Ilocos Sur police, military
"We urgently appeal to the public in condemning the harassment of State security forces to the people, to communities and people’s organisations."
Harassments against Lumad persist: Higaonon leader forced to surrender as NPA
Harassments against Lumad persist: Higaonon leader forced to surrender as NPA
Soldiers harass the brother of slain Lumad leader Gilbert Paborada who replaced him as leader of his group.
Youth groups decry rising harassment of student activists
Youth groups decry rising harassment of student activists
Two female leaders of Anakbayan were targeted in the latest cases of harassment against activists.
70 activists, 2 dead on ‘military hitlist’
70 activists, 2 dead on ‘military hitlist’
“They make it appear as though we are criminals.”
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Progressive doc receives death threats
Progressive doc receives death threats
“The Filipino people have long been suffering from deprivation of basic social services like health services. I know that there is nothing wrong in what I am doing.”
Govt workers on harassment: ‘We will not let this slide’
Govt workers on harassment: ‘We will not let this slide’
“Is there an undeclared martial law against us by the Aquino government?”
Govt union leaders receive threats via mail
Govt union leaders receive threats via mail
Suspected military agents send snail mail threatening leaders of a government workers’ union to “change your ways.”
When bringing education to underserved Blaans is being deemed as an act of rebellion
When bringing education to underserved Blaans is being deemed as an act of rebellion
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO
"Why is it becoming harder to be of service to your fellow Blaan? What does the government want us to do?" - Blaan Teacher
SECOND PART: Encampment in communities, instilling fear, part of ‘peace and development’ operations?
Sidebar: Neglected, Blaans unite, empower themselves
Sidebar: News in Pictures: Suffer the little children to go to this school
Sidebar: Slideshow: In Upper Suyan Village, children suffer the worst from poverty, militarization
No real peace in Army’s community ‘peace’ teams – Karapatan
No real peace in Army’s community ‘peace’ teams – Karapatan
PRESS RELEASE November 17, 2010 DAVAO CITY – Human rights group Karapatan says today that the peace and development teams of the Armed Forces of the Philippines now going around some parts of the city are meant to harass civilians and sow fear among the residents....
Violence Still Increasing: 63 Journalists Killed, More Than 1,300 Physically Attacked or Threatened
Violence Still Increasing: 63 Journalists Killed, More Than 1,300 Physically Attacked or Threatened
BY Reporters Without Borders Posted by Bulatlat.com In 2005: * 63 journalists and 5 media assistants were killed * at least 807 journalists were arrested * 1,308 physically attacked or threatened * and 1,006 media outlets censored On 1 January 2006, 126 journalists...
Army Imprisons Soldier for Singing Against Stop-Loss Policy
Army Imprisons Soldier for Singing Against Stop-Loss Policy
By DAHR JAMAIL Truthout International Posted by Bulatlat.com Army Specialist and Iraq war veteran Marc Hall was incarcerated by the US Army on December 11, 2009, in Liberty County Jail, Georgia, for recording a song that expresses his anger over the Army's...
Court Junks Slay Raps vs Cebu Activists
Court Junks Slay Raps vs Cebu Activists
A regional trial court in Cebu dismissed for "utter lack of probable cause" trumped-up charges filed by the Intelligence Service of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (ISAFP) and the Philippine Army’s 78th Infantry Battalion against 27 activists and four other...
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