ZAMBOANGA CITY: New People’s Army (NPA) rebels clashed with government troops on Tuesday in Davao Oriental as security forces continued their offensive against the communist group in the restive region.

The military’s Eastern Mindanao Command said fighting erupted in Barangay New Visayas in Lupon town.

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