Source: SBS News Rights groups have raised fears after Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte announced plans to create a “death squad” targeting suspected communist rebels, saying it would worsen the “calamity” triggered by his deadly drug war. The Philippines” 50-year fight against communist militants, one of Asia”s oldest insurgencies, long pre-dates his anti-narcotics crackdown that has killed thousands and drawn international censure. Duterte, like previous governments, initially held peace talks with the communists but shelved negotiations last year over deadly attacks against soldiers and police. Image Credit: VOA 39 views 4,377,734 views
Philippines’ President Says His New “Death Squad” Will Target Communist Rebels – The Clover Chronicle
