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Two suspected American communist insurgents killed in PH clash

Two U.S.-born Filipino Americans were killed in a Philippine Army firefight with suspected New People’s Army members.
WHO: Philippine Army
WHAT: A firefight occurred between the Philippine Army and suspected members of the New People’s Army, killing two U.S.-born Filipino Americans.
WHEN: May 20, 2026 at 5:38 PM ET
WHERE: Philippines
WHY: The firefight involved suspected communist-linked groups tied to the New People’s Army.

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