THE Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) expressed alarm over MondayÕs ambush staged by the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) amid reports that it was part of a destabilization move instigated by retired general associated with the past administration.

Lt. Col. Ramon Zagala on Tuesday said the death toll rose to 23 based on the latest report by Brig. Gen. Martin Pinto, commander of the Sulu-based 2nd Marine Brigade.

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