Abu Sayyaf Rebels
latest news & developmentsPhilippines prepares rescue as rebel deadline passes
The Philippines imposed a state of emergency on Tuesday on Jolo island and troops prepared for a possible rescue of three Red Cross workers.
Kidnappers make new demands, threaten to behead aid worker
The Philippines said it was impossible to comply with the demand of kidnappers holding three Red Cross workers to empty five towns of security forces.
Peace advocate kidnapped in Philippines
A Sri Lankan peace advocate was kidnapped on Friday in the southern Philippines, police and military officials said.