Abu Sayyaf Frees 6 Of Its Hostages, Military Says
September 19 2016
The Abu Sayyaf terrorist group has released at least six hostages it has been holding the Philippines, according to the military, as reported by GMA News (Philippines).
On Saturday, the militants released four hostages, including Norwegian Kjartan Sekkingstad and three Indonesian sailors, to the Moro National Liberation Front.
Two Philippine captives were released on Sunday night, the military said.
Meanwhile, Abu Sayyaf has been splintering into smaller groups to avoid the...
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