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On the morning of 27 January 2019, two bombs exploded at the Roman Catholic [[Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral, Jolo|Cathedral of Our Lady of Mount Carmel]] in [[Jolo, Sulu]], in the [[Philippines]]. |
On the morning of 27 January 2019, two bombs exploded at the Roman Catholic [[Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral, Jolo|Cathedral of Our Lady of Mount Carmel]] in [[Jolo, Sulu]], in the [[Philippines]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://cnnphilippines.com/news/2019/01/27/jolo-town-cathedral-explosion.html|title=Death toll in Jolo blasts lowered to 18|website=cnn|language=en|access-date=2019-01-28}}</ref> Five military personnel and 15 civilians were killed and 17 military personnel, 2 police officers, 2 coastguards and 90 civilians injured in the attack.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1078076/jolo-sulu-blast-bombing-death-toll-injured-news|title=Jolo twin blasts death toll reaches 20, with 111 others injured|last=Ramos|first=Christia Marie|website=newsinfo.inquirer.net|language=en|access-date=2019-01-28}}</ref> |
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== Background and motivation == |
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== Attacks == |
== Attacks == |
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The first bomb went off inside the church at around 8:45 am when a Mass was about to begin. The second explosion happened in the Cathedral's parking area as troops from the 35th Infantry Battalion responded.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/video/2019/jan/27/philippines-bombs-at-cathedral-during-mass-kill-20-people-video|title=Philippines: bombs at cathedral during mass kill 20 people – video|work=Associated Press/Reuters|publisher=The Guardian|date=27 January 2019|accessdate=27 January 2019}}</ref> The AFP WESMINCOM said the improvised explosive device was placed inside the utility box of a motorcycle.<ref name="casualties"/> |
The first bomb went off inside the church at around 8:45 am when a Mass was about to begin. The second explosion happened in the Cathedral's parking area as troops from the 35th Infantry Battalion responded.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/video/2019/jan/27/philippines-bombs-at-cathedral-during-mass-kill-20-people-video|title=Philippines: bombs at cathedral during mass kill 20 people – video|work=Associated Press/Reuters|publisher=The Guardian|date=27 January 2019|accessdate=27 January 2019}}</ref> The AFP WESMINCOM said the improvised explosive device was placed inside the utility box of a motorcycle.<ref name="casualties">{{cite web|url=http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2019-01/27/c_137779207.htm|title=20 dead, 111 wounded in church twin blasts in southern Philippines|author=Shi Yinglun|date=27 January 2019|publisher=Xinhua News Agency|accessdate=27 January 2019}}</ref> |
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== Perpetrators == |
== Perpetrators == |
Revision as of 15:07, 28 January 2019
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Location of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral in Jolo, Sulu | |
Location | Jolo, Sulu |
Coordinates | 6°03′09″N 121°00′03″E / 6.0526°N 121.0009°E |
Date | 27 January 2019 8:45am (UTC+08:00) |
Target | Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral, Jolo |
Deaths | 20
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Injured | 111
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On the morning of 27 January 2019, two bombs exploded at the Roman Catholic Cathedral of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Jolo, Sulu, in the Philippines.[4] Five military personnel and 15 civilians were killed and 17 military personnel, 2 police officers, 2 coastguards and 90 civilians injured in the attack.[5]
Background and motivation
The bombings took place a week after a referendum for the creation of Bangsamoro Autonomous Region. This region will include all of Sulu Province, including the capital city of Jolo. Jolo is known to be a stronghold of the Abu Sayyaf group (ASG), an affiliate of the Islamic State terror organisation.[6] Sulu was the only province to vote against the referendum, by a margin of 163,526 (54.3%) to 137,630 (45.7%).[7] Despite the results, their province would still be included in the Bangsamoro region due to the high majority from other areas.[7]
The attacks are believed to have been motivated by the local criminals' and bandits' fear of losing authority in their region after benefiting from ASG's trading in weapons and narcotics, which have thrived in Sulu Province's conflict zones.[8] The proposed Bangsamoro government plans to conduct crackdowns on firearms and local private armies and decommission their weapons once the new autonomous region is established.[9]
Attacks
The first bomb went off inside the church at around 8:45 am when a Mass was about to begin. The second explosion happened in the Cathedral's parking area as troops from the 35th Infantry Battalion responded.[10] The AFP WESMINCOM said the improvised explosive device was placed inside the utility box of a motorcycle.[11]
Perpetrators
The Islamic State (IS) took responsibility for the bombings, which they said were committed by "two knights of martyrdom" against a "crusader temple".[12] The Philippine military and peace activists blamed the ASG's Ajang-Ajang faction, citing evidence from military intelligence operatives that they have intercepted ASG plans to bomb other parts of downtown Jolo months before.[1][3][13] Closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage in the area shows Alias Kamah, the brother of former deceased ASG leader Surakah Ingog, wandering around the cathedral together with several other suspects before the explosion. Kamah is a known bomb maker for the ASG, according to investigation reports released by PNP chief Oscar Albayalde.[14]
Reactions
Shortly after the incidents, Malacañang Palace issued a statement that no mercy will be given to the bombings' perpetrators. Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo stressed that "We will pursue to the ends of the earth the ruthless perpetrators behind this dastardly crime until every killer is brought to justice and put behind bars. The law will give them no mercy".[15] President Rodrigo Duterte expressed his outrage over the incidents and visited the site of the bombings the following day.[2][16][17] AFP WESMINCOM confirmed that President Duterte has issued an "all-out war directive" order against the terror groups.[18]
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines released a statement expressing sympathy for the victims and their families, condemning the attacks as an act of terrorism.[19] The bishops called for Christians to join with Muslims and indigenous communities to advocate for peace against violent extremism.[19][20][21] Pope Francis denounced the bombings, reiterating "My strongest condemnation for this episode of violence that once again strikes this Christian community. I raise my prayers for the dead and wounded. May the Lord, prince of peace, convert the hearts of the violent and give the inhabitants of that region a peaceful coexistence".[22]
Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) peace panel chairman Mohagher Iqbal condemned the attacks perpetrated against innocent civilians, calling them "senseless violence".[23] He was followed by Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) chairman Yusop Jikiri, who stated that the bombings can "only be the responsibility of terrorist, anti-peace, uncivilised and misguided persons".[24] The MNLF under Emmanuel Fontanilla called upon the government to conduct peace talks with groups including ASG and the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF), even if they are terrorists.[25]
Various countries such as Australia,[26] Canada,[27] China,[28] Indonesia,[29] Saudi Arabia, and the United States issued statements condemning the attacks and offering condolences to the affected victims, as well as international organisations including the European Union, Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, United Nations, and World Bank.[17][30] The United Kingdom raised a travel warning to western and central Mindanao as well as the Sulu Archipelago following the incidents.[31]
References
- ^ a b "Military eyes Abu Sayyaf behind twin blasts in Jolo". ABS-CBN News. 27 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ a b Jim Gomez (28 January 2019). "Duterte to see site of fatal bombings, Abu Sayyaf suspected". Associated Press. Reading Eagle. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ a b Frances Mangosing (28 January 2019). "Abu Sayyaf's Ajang-Ajang faction eyed as suspects behind Jolo blasts". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "Death toll in Jolo blasts lowered to 18". cnn. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Ramos, Christia Marie. "Jolo twin blasts death toll reaches 20, with 111 others injured". newsinfo.inquirer.net. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "Jolo, stronghold of Islamist group Abu Sayyaf". France24. 8 May 2009. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ a b Sofia Tomacruz (24 January 2019). "Sulu rejects Bangsamoro law". Rappler. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
Despite already being a part of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM), Sulu has voted not to ratify the Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL). But the province will still be part of the new Bangsamoro region.
- ^ Adam Garrie (27 January 2019). "The Jolo Bombing is a Classic Terror Tactic Designed to Dishearten Those Embracing Peaceful Politics". Eurasia Future. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Pia Ranada (28 January 2019). "Crackdown on firearms, private armies a priority for Bangsamoro gov't – Murad". Rappler. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "Philippines: bombs at cathedral during mass kill 20 people – video". Associated Press/Reuters. The Guardian. 27 January 2019. Retrieved 27 January 2019.
- ^ Shi Yinglun (27 January 2019). "20 dead, 111 wounded in church twin blasts in southern Philippines". Xinhua News Agency. Retrieved 27 January 2019.
- ^ "Jolo church attack: Many killed in Philippines". BBC News. 27 January 2019. Retrieved 27 January 2019.
- ^ Bong Sarmiento; Edwin Fernandez; Julie Alipala (27 January 2019). "Abu Sayyaf bomb plot uncovered 'months ago' – peace advocate". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Raffy Santos (28 January 2019). "Abu leader's brother among suspects in Jolo church blast". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Argyll Cyrus Geducos; Genalyn Kabiling (27 January 2019). "Palace vows to hunt down perpetrators behind Jolo twin explosions". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Nestor Corrales (28 January 2019). "Duterte 'outraged' by Jolo twin blasts". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ a b Jim Gomez (28 January 2019). "Duterte visits site of fatal bombings". Reuters. news.com.au. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Julie Alipala (28 January 2019). "Duterte wants 'all-out war' vs Jolo mass murderers, terror groups". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ a b Romulo G. Valles (27 January 2019). "CBCP statement on the Jolo cathedral bombings". Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines. CBCP News. Retrieved 27 January 2019.
- ^ "Pope, Muslim leaders denounce deadly bombings at Catholic church in Philippines". Associated Press. CBC. 26 January 2019. Retrieved 27 January 2019.
- ^ "Muslims, Christians urged to join hands against terrorism after Jolo blasts". ABS-CBN News. 28 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Junno Arocho Esteves (27 January 2019). "Pope calls for peace in Venezuela, denounces Philippine church bombing". Catholic News Service. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "MILF condemns twin bombings in Jolo". ABS-CBN News. 27 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "STATEMENT: Moro National Liberation Front on Jolo Cathedral bombing". Minda News. 28 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "MNLF urges govt: Talk with rebels in Jolo church blast probe". ABS-CBN News. 28 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Joyce Ann L. Rocamora (27 January 2019). "Australia, EU condole with PH amid Jolo bombings". Philippine News Agency. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Michaela del Callar (28 January 2019). "Canada PM Trudeau, EU condemn Jolo church attack". Philippine News Agency. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Ria Fernandez (28 January 2019). "Chinese ambassador to PH expresses sympathies after Jolo cathedral bombing". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "Indonesia expresses condolences following church bombing in Philippines". The Jakarta Post. LINE. 28 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "Statement by the Spokesperson on today's bomb attacks in the Cathedral of Jolo in the Philippines". European External Action Service. 27 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
• Ellie Aben (27 January 2019). "Saudi Arabia, OIC condemn bomb attack on church in S. Philippines". Arab News. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
• "Statement of the World Bank on the Recent Bombing Incidents in Jolo, Sulu". World Bank. 28 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
• Joyce Ann L. Rocamora (28 January 2019). "Int'l community condemns twin bombings in Jolo, Sulu". Philippine News Agency. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
• Darryl John Esguerra (28 January 2019). "Jolo bombing: Gov't thanks world leaders for messages of support". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 28 January 2019. - ^ "UK issues travel warning after Jolo bomb attacks". CNN Philippines. 27 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.