Abu Sayyaf bomb maker killed by Philippine security forces


KOTA KINABALU: A key Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) bomb maker Mundi Sawadjaan, who was responsible for the 2020 twin suicide blasts in Jolo Island, has been killed by Philippine security forces.

According to sources, the notorious Abu Sayyaf militant was shot dead during a firefight in Basilan Province on Saturday (Dec 2) night.

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