In a series of clashes in northern Negros, an NPA hitman and 18 other suspected rebels were killed, raising concerns about the ongoing conflict in the region. The Philippine National Police (PNP) has since tightened security measures in Negros Occidental following the deadly encounters with the New People's Army (NPA).
This incident highlights a 'painful shared reality' as the local community grapples with the implications of the violent confrontations. The deaths have sparked discussions about the escalating tensions between government forces and the NPA, emphasizing the need for a resolution to the ongoing conflict.