November 2002
Increase in Terrorist Attacks by the New People's Army of the Philippines - 2002-11-30
The New People's Army (NPA) of the Philippines launched an attack on a cement factory in Albay province, overpowering security forces and setting the facility…
Philippines Government Criticizes Canada and Australia
The Philippine government has condemned Australia and Canada for closing their embassies due to potential terrorist threats, calling the action unfriendly and a blow to…
Australia Closes Its Embassy in the Philippines Indefinitely
Australia has closed its embassy in the Philippines due to a specific terrorist threat from Islamic extremists. Foreign Minister Alexander Downer advised Australians to avoid…
Philippine Officials Say They Have Arrested a Suspected Leader of the Abu Sayyaf Militant Group
Philippine authorities have arrested Abdulmaqim Idris, suspected to be a leader of the Abu Sayyaf militant group, who has confessed to planning recent deadly attacks.…
Calendar Day, November 14: Philippine Independence Day - 2002-11-14
On November 14, 1935, President Roosevelt announced the Philippines as a Commonwealth with the United States, marking a significant step towards Philippine independence after a…
Wreckage of Downed Plane Retrieved from Philippine Coast - 2002-11-13
A Fokker 27 passenger plane crashed into Manila Bay shortly after takeoff, resulting in 19 fatalities. Rescue teams have retrieved most of the wreckage but…
Plane Crash in the Philippines - 2002-11-11
A small plane crashed in Manila, killing 14 people and leaving several others missing. The aircraft was on a flight from Manila to Laoag City…
Bali Bombers Displeased with Low Number of American Casualties in Terrorist Attack - 2002-11-08
The Bali bombers expressed dissatisfaction with the low number of American casualties in their attack, which primarily killed Australians. A senior Indonesian police official provided…
Increased Travel Warnings for Americans in the Philippines
The U.S. has issued heightened travel warnings for Americans in the Philippines due to potential terrorist threats. Officials are concerned about possible attacks similar to…