Eight soldiers were injured after an encounter with 40 members of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) in Patikul, Sulu.
According to a Western Mindanao Command statement, the clash broke out between the Joint Task Force Sulu and Hatib Hajan Sawadjaan’s group and Radullan Sahiron on Thursday.
It is not known how many casualties the Abu Sayyaf Group had because of the encounter with the military in Sulu.
The wounded soldiers are being treated at Camp Teodulfo Bautista Station Hospital in Busbus, Sulu.
WesMinCom Lt. Gen. Cirilito Sobejana saluted the soldiers for their dedication to ensuring the security of the country.
“I salute our gallant soldiers for their bravery and utmost dedication to their sworn duty,” said Sobejana.
Sobejana assured the public that the military would continue to strengthen its operation against terrorists in Sulu and other provinces under WesMinCom‘s control.
