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Philippine president warns of possible terror attack during Catholic procession
Philippine president Benigno Aquino III on Sunday warned devotees to be vigilant during Mondays Black Nazarene celebrations because of the possibility of terrorist attacks.In a hastily called news conference, Aquino said the government has been preparing "to the maximum of our abilities" for Mondays procession, noting that they raised the alert after a group of local terrorists was spotted in the National Capital Region. The President said, "Previously, the difference between their intentions and capabilities has been quite pronounced. The possibility prompts us to warn you of the risk in attending the procession. I call on our fellow citizens to exercise maximum vigilance and discipline leading up to, and during, the procession. Report to any and all suspicious behavior to the authorities." Aquino asked devotees not to bring cell phones, weapons and fireworks to the procession, adding that those caught with fireworks would be "apprehended." President Aquino said he was informed of the security threat Sunday. He was supposed to go to Davao Del Norte Sunday afternoon but he canceled the trip to make the public warning. Posted by: ryuge 2012-01-08 |
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