ZAMBOANGA CITY: Authorities said more than 40 separatist rebels have surrendered and six hostages were recovered as clearing operations continued on Thursday in at least four areas here.

Officials said 182 rebels had earlier surrendered or were captured in several villages. Six civilians, who were among those held captive, also managed to escape from rebels, bringing to 188 the total number of hostages recovered from the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF).

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