NTF-ELCAC condemns killings in Negros by CPP-NPA

Condemning Violence A Pattern of Terror in Negros

As biodiversity advocates, we often focus on preserving life and protecting ecosystems. However, it's equally essential to condemn human rights violations that threaten the very fabric of our society. In this blog post, we'll examine the recent killings in Negros by the CPP-NPA and why it's crucial for us to speak out against such atrocities.

Unacceptable Violence

The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) has condemned a series of killings in Negros Island perpetrated by the Communist Party of the Philippines and New People's Army (CPP-NPA). This pattern of terror is unacceptable and highlights the need for urgent action.

No Justification for Violence

The NTF-ELCAC urges the public to reject the CPP-NPA's guise of revolutionary justice, which results in the senseless killing of farmers, barangay officials, and community members. No ideology, political claim, or narrative can ever justify such violence.

Disturbing Trend of Purge-Style Executions

Since early 2024, more than 15 farmers, barangay leaders, and community members have been brutally murdered by the CPP-NPA. This disturbing return to purge-style executions serves as a stark reminder of the violent chapters in the group's history.

A Legacy of Atrocities

For over five decades, the CPP-NPA has carried out similar atrocities under various internal campaigns – from Oplan Zombie and Kampanyang Ahos to Project Olympia and Kadena de Amor. The result? Thousands of innocent individuals have lost their lives, including farmers, workers, students, Indigenous peoples, and even defectors.

Families Left Searching for Answers

The NTF-ELCAC has also highlighted the plight of families across the country searching for loved ones who were abducted, tortured, or buried in unmarked graves during these purges. No family should ever have to suffer such trauma and loss.

A Call to Action

As biodiversity advocates, we must not stand idly by as human rights are violated. We must use our voices to condemn such atrocities and work towards a future where all individuals can live without fear of persecution.

Key Takeaways

• The CPP-NPA's killings in Negros Island are unacceptable and highlight the need for urgent action.
• No ideology or political claim can justify the killing of innocent civilians.
• The NTF-ELCAC urges the public to reject the CPP-NPA's guise of revolutionary justice.
• We must use our voices to condemn human rights violations and work towards a future where all individuals can live without fear.

Conclusion

As we conclude this blog post, let us remember that biodiversity is not just about preserving life; it's also about protecting human dignity. Let us use our voices to speak out against atrocities like the killings in Negros Island and work towards a future where all individuals can thrive.

Take Action

• Share this blog post with your network to raise awareness about the killings in Negros Island.
• Join the conversation using hashtags like #NTFELCAC, #CPPNPA, and #HumanRights.
• Contact your local government representatives to express your concern about human rights violations.

Together, we can make a difference and create a world where all individuals can live without fear.

Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

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