Monday, December 24, 2012

Master Article List, 2000 July - Dec.

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July 1, 2000, AP, Philippine Rebel: Hostage Miscarries, Some Losing Weight,
July 1, 2000, AP/AFP, OIC Urges Abu Sayyaf to Release All Hostages,
July 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, Gov't-MILF peace talks extended,
July 1, 2000, New Straits Times, Medical team back from their Jolo mission, 319 words,
July 1, 2000, The Straits Times, p.43, S. African hostage suffers miscarriage, [Page View]
July 1, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, Mindanao Council called to 1st meet today by Estrada,
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July 2, 2000, CNN News, German journalist kidnapped trying to see Philippine hostages,
July 2, 2000, AP Online, Journalist Seized in Philippines, by Aaron Favila,
July 2, 2000, AP/AFP, Concerns For Miscarriaged Hostage,
July 2, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Concern Aired for Sayyaf Hostages in Jolo, 700+ words,
July 2, 2000, The Manila Times, MILF, MNLF Reunify, by Charmaine C. Deogracias and Manny Marinay,
July 2, 2000, The Manila Times, Hostage Vessel Traced to Island Off Sulu, by Faber Concepcion,
July 2, 2000, The Straits Times, p.18, Philippine military pounds rebel camp, [Page View]
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July 3, 2000, CNN News, Philippine police unsure if rebels holding preachers,
July 3, 2000, CNN News, German journalist kidnapped trying to see Philippine hostages,
July 3, 2000, The Independent [London] 'Der Spiegel' reporter is abducted, 185 words,
July 3, 2000, Reuters, Kidnapped German Reporter Seen In Forest, by Pedro Uchi,
July 3, 2000, Reuters, Fate of preachers in Philippine rebel lair unknown,
July 3, 2000, AP Online, Philippines Search for Journalist, by Aaron Favila, 700+ words,
July 3, 2000, AFP, Germany and EU make new plea for Philippine hostages
July 3, 2000, AFP, Police comb hostage island for German journalist, preachers
July 3, 2000, AFP, Christian preachers abducted, bibles burned: Philippine military,
July 3, 2000, AFP, Philippine government to negotiate freedom of German journalist,
July 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf wants new gov't negotiators,
July 3, 2000, New Straits Times, Jolo medical team returns to warm hugs 476 words,
July 3, 2000, New Straits Times, Released Jolo hostage brings hope, 459 words,
July 3, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Honasan Urges Review of Peace Pact with MNLF, 700+ words,
July 3, 2000, The Manila Times, RP faces sanction,
July 3, 2000, The Straits Times, Hostage Pregnancy Report "Was Fake",
July 3, 2000, The Straits Times, Abu Sayyaf rebels make Asian captives work hard,
July 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.20, Philippines suspends contact with rebels, [Page View]
July 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.20, New captives: Journalist and 13 preachers, [Page View]
July 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Bad time for top cops to go, [Page View]
July 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Abu Sayyaf rebels make Asian captives work hard, [Page View]
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July 4, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf Now Holds Writer, Preachers, 700+ words,
July 4, 2000, Manila Times, Joker's Wilde: No hostages, says followers, by Faber Concepcion,
July 4, 2000, AFP, Police Comb Hostage Island For German Journalist, Preachers,
July 4, 2000, The Straits Times, Abu Sayyaf Rebels Make Asian Captives Work Hard, by Luz Baguioro,
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July 5, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Gov't Affirms Stand on MNLF, Misuari, 700+ words,
July 5, 2000, The Manila Times, PI Police Director General challenge Abu Sayyaf,
July 5, 2000, New Straits Times, Robbers grab hostages, by Tony Emmanuel, Mimi Syed, Yusof Sharanjit Sing,
July 5, 2000, Reuters, Philippine Rebels Say Preachers Not Held Hostage,
July 5, 2000, ABS-CBN, Overwhelming "no" to emergency powers,
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July 6, 2000, AFP, Jolo Guerrilla's Fight Over the Fate of Christian Hostages,
July 6, 2000, Committee to Protect Journalists, Philippines: Kidnapped German journalist still missing,
July 6, 2000, Filipino Reporter, 1 hostage freed, 20 more to go, 547 words,
July 6, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Abu Sayyaf wants to abolish Christmas, 352 words
July 6, 2000, The Manila Times, Libya envoy impatience at Abu stalling,
July 6, 2000, The Malay Mail, What they said yesterday, 579 words
July 6, 2000, New Straits Times, Authorities should take blame, 700+ words,
July 6, 2000, Channel NewsAsia, Philippines Eyes Freedom For Hostages in July,
July 6, 2000, Daily Express, Zul's dual awareness,
July 6, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf to free German newsman,
July 6, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Gen. Santos Bomb Suspect Held by Police, by Bong Reblando, 700+ words,
July 6, 2000, ABS-CBN, Military paralyzed amid Abu Sayyaf death threats,
July 6, 2000, ABS-CBN, Evangelist's beheading by Abu Sayyaf feared,
July 6, 2000, The Straits Times, p.20, Jolo guerillas fight over fate of Christian hostages, [Page View]
July 6, 2000, The Straits Times, p.20, Rebels want 'exit payment', [Page View]
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July 7, 2000, The Independent, Malaysian cult surrenders after killing hostages, by Richard Lloyd Parry,
July 7, 2000, AP Online, Muslim Rebels Holding 2 Hostages, by Aaron Favila, 620 words,
July 7, 2000, AFP, Sayyaf to Free German Newsman,
July 7, 2000, Reuters, Philippines Rules Out Raid to Free Hostages,
July 7, 2000, Philippine Headline News, TV Preacher Beheaded by Sayyaf?,
July 7, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf to Free German Newsman, 700+ words,
July 7, 2000, The Manila Times, MILF wants referendum on autonomy, by Manny B. Marinay, et al.,
July 7, 2000, ABS-CBN, Military Paralyzed Amid Abu Sayyaf Death Threats,
July 7, 2000, ABS-CBN, Evangelist's Beheading by Abu Sayyaf Feared,
July 7, 2000, ABS-CBN Aventajado Denies Beheading of Preacher,
July 7, 2000, The Malay Mail, Move to identify raiders, by Eddie Chua, 497 words,
July 7, 2000, New Straits Times, Gun raiders captured, 700+ words,
July 7, 2000, The Straits Times, p.22, Stick'Em Up, Image: Moro trainees, [Page View]
July 7, 2000, The Philippine Star, RP No. 1 worldwide in number of disasters, by Ella Oducayen, Diigo,
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July 8, 2001, CNN, Basilan: The 'Wild West' of the Philippines,
July 8, 2000, AFP, German Journalist's Release In the Philippines Imminent - Negotiator,
July 8, 2000, AP Online, Philippines Hostages Get Supplies, by Aaron Favila, 700+ words,
July 8, 2000, Philippine Headline News, Preacher's Release Not Top Priority,
July 8, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf Factionalism Bared, by Roy C. Sinfuego, 700+ words,
July 8, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Peso Set to Plumb New Lows Next Week; Loses 11% This Year,
July 8, 2000, Manila Times, Top cop chomping at the bit: wants to take over Sayyaf crisis,
July 8, 2000, ABS-CBN, Volunteers to Free Sulu Hostages, by Mandy Francisco and Gigi Grande,
July 8, 2000, The Straits Times, p.41, Rebels' ranks swell after kidnappings, [Page View]
July 8, 2000, The Straits Times, p.49, Surrender restores army's credibility, [Page View]
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July 9, 2000, BBC News, Moro separatist base 'captured',
July 9, 2000, CNN News, Philippine president announces fall of main Muslim rebel camp,
July 9, 2000, AP Online, Philippine Troops Take Rebel Camp, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
July 9, 2000, Los Angeles Times Wire Reports, Captives Given Cake and Relief Supplies,
July 9, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Backdoor Talks on for 9 Hostages, by Edd K. Usman, 555 words,
July 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, German Journalist, 8 Malaysians to Be Freed,
July 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, Aventajado Rejects PNP's Offer Sulu Rescue Operations,
July 9, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Moro rebel base 'to fall in a week', [Page View]
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July 10, 2000, CNN News, Manila garbage dump collapse kills 20; more than 60 missing,
July 10, 2000, CNN News, Collapse of Philippine garbage dump kills at least 31,
July 10, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Hostages Dance, Sing, Cry at Party, 700+ words,
July 10, 2000, The Manila Times, Abu Hostages Dance Woes Away in Soiree,
July 10, 2000, Bernama, Parliament: No Need For Dr Mahathir to Fly to Philippines On Jolo Issue,
July 10, 2000, New Straits Times, Clear minds ruled the day in final minutes, 700+ words
July 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf warns of hurting "evangelist-spies",
July 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu Negotiator Confirms Abduction of 3 French Reporters, by Amabelle Layug,
July 10, 2000, BusinessWorld, Gov t troops capture main Moro rebel camp in south,
July 10, 2000, BusinessWorld, Negotiators optimistic on hostages release,
July 10, 2000, The Straits Times, p.27, Rebels capture 3 French journalists, [Page View]
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July 11, 2000, CNN News, Philippine officials say hope fades for finding survivors after landfill collapse,
July 11, 2000, International Herald Tribune, French TV Crew Becomes Part of Hostage Story, by Thomas Fuller,
July 11, 2000, AP Online, French Journalists Held Hostage, by Aaron Favila, 700+ words,
July 11, 2000, The News Letter (Belfast), Reporters kidnapped, 206 words,
July 11, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf Now Holding 33 Hostages, 700+ words,
July 11, 2000, The Malay Mail, Jolo hostage crisis: Progress slow, 246 words,
July 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf wants Sulu hostage crisis to end,
July 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf warns of hurting "evangelist-spies",
July 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, War vs MILF not yet over,
July 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, Woman cuts off finger for German hostage's release,
July 11, 2000, BusinessWorld, Military to pursue Moro rebels to the end Erap,
July 11, 2000, The Straits Times, p.20, Truckload of beer to mark battle victory, [Page View]
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July 12, 2000, AP Online, Muslim Rebel Declares Holy War, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
July 12, 2000, The Manila Times, Abu bandits agree to end hostage row,
July 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, Woman Cuts Off Finger For German Hostage,
July 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abducted Evangelists - Blind Belief?
July 12, 2000, AFP, Aventajado, Sayyaf Open Direct Talks,
July 12, 2000, BusinessWorld, ARMM people to decide on Misuari's fate,
July 12, 2000, BusinessWorld, EU to remain involved in RP despite Mindanao,
July 12, 2000, BusinessWorld, Gov't ready to face MILF,
July 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Writer sends her finger as a plea to Abu Sayyaf, [Page View]
July 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Rebels agree to emissaries, [Page View]
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July 13, 2000, BBC News, No ransom for Jolo hostages,
July 13, 2000, CBS Evening News, Philippine Hostage Situation Drags on, CBS, with Dan Rather,
July 13, 2000, AFP, Philippines Assures No Military Action in Hostage Crisis,
July 13, 2000, Agence France-Presse, Philippines Assures No Military Action in Hostage Crisis,
July 13, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Crisis in Mindanao: Gunmen may free German journalist, 509 words,
July 13, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Crisis in Mindanao: Red-hot rebels; Behead preachers;
July 13, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Crisis in Mindanao: Estrada; No military rescue of hostages, 689 words,
July 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF's Jihad Threat Belittled,
July 13, 2000, The Straits Times, Abu Sayyaf to Gov't: "Too Many Hostages, So Lets Talk Peace"
July 13, 2000, BusinessWorld, Gov t ready to crush Moro rebels Erap,
July 13, 2000, BusinessWorld, MILF leader s jihad call confined to Mindanao,
July 13, 2000, BusinessWorld, Predictions on Mindanao,
July 13, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, 'Too many hostages, so let's talk peace', [Page View]
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July 14, 2000, BBC News, Muslim rebels release hostage,
July 14, 2000, CNN News, Philippine Muslim rebels free Malaysian hostage,
July 14, 2000, CNN News, Rain hampers search for victims of Philippines garbage dump collapse,
July 14, 2000, AP Online, Philippine Rebels Free Hostage, by Aaron Favila, 700+ words,
July 14, 2000, Reuters, Direct Talks to End Saga,
July 14, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Erap, EU Foreign Ministers Meet on Hostage Crisis;
July 14, 2000, The Manila Times, Aventajado in Charge of Talks with Abu Thugs,
July 14, 2000, Bernama, Rebel Group Releases Another Malaysian,
July 14, 2000, BusinessWorld, Palace gives safety passes to Moro rebel leaders for talks,
July 14, 2000, The Straits Times, Solve Hostage Crisis Fast: European Leaders, by Luz Baguioro, [Text]
July 14, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Solve hostage crisis fast: European leaders, [Page View]
July 14, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Direct talks to end saga, [Page View]
July 14, 2000, The Straits Times, p.41, Malaysia begins deporting illegals again, [Page View]
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July 15, 2000, CNN News, Official: Philippines hostages could be free in two weeks,
July 15, 2000, The Economist (US), The Philippines--One victory, more needed, 700+ words,
July 15, 2000, Reuters / ITN, Philippines: Hostage Abdul Jawa Selawat Held by Moslem Rebels on Jolo 
July 15, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Cardinal Sin Airs Appeal to Stop War in Mindanao..., by Gennalyn Kabiling,
July 15, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Estrada Assures EU on Hostages, 700+ words,
July 15, 2000, New Straits Times, Tears of joy accompany Abdul Jawan's release, 488 words,
July 15, 2000, New Straits Times, One more hostage freed, by Tony Emmanuel and Manuel Mogato,
July 15, 2000, New Straits Times, Grik arms incident reveals need for accurate reporting,
July 15, 2000, Manila Times, Abu Sayyaf terrorists release another Malaysian hostage,
July 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, European Ministers Leave RP, Assured on Sulu Crisis,
July 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, Malaysian Envoy Arrives in Zamboanga to Fetch Freed Captive,
July 15, 2000, Bernama, DPM Thanks Parties Responsible For Release of Second Malaysian,
July 15, 2000, The Straits Times, p.39, Philippine rebels free Malaysian hostage, [Page View]
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July 16, 2000, BBC News, Bomb rips through Philippine market,
July 16, 2000, CNN News, At least 160 bodies recovered from avalanche of garbage dump in Philippines,
July 16, 2000, AP Online, Philippines Bombing Kills Two, 403 words,
July 16, 2000, AP Online, Philippines Hostage May Be Released, by Jim Gomez, 657 words,
July 16, 2000, Voice of America via GlobalSecurity.org, Philippines Bomb,July 16, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Hostage Negotiators Express Confidence, 700+ words,
July 16, 2000, New Straits Times, 'Coincidental freed hostages are Muslims', Letitia Samuel...,
July 16, 2000, Sun Star, Mindanaoans not supporting MILF s call for jihad de Guzman,
July 16, 2000, The Manila Times, Europeans seek help for Sayyaf captives,
July 16, 2000, The Manila Times, Hostage Negotiators Express Confidence,
July 16, 2000, ABS-CBN, Gov't Looking Into Reports of Link-Up Between Abu Sayyaf, 14-K,
July 16, 2000, The Straits Times, HK Triad "May Have Links with Abu Sayyaf" [Text]
July 16, 2000, The Straits Times, p.22, HK triad 'may have links with Abu Sayyaf', [Page View]
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July 17, 2000, BBC News, Muslim rebels free German hostage,
July 17, 2000, CNN News, Philippine military blames Islamic group for massacre of 20 Christians,
July 17, 2000, CNN News, Philippine rebels release ailing German tourist,
July 17, 2000, Reuters, Philippine Rebels Free German Woman After 12 Weeks,
July 17, 2000, Seattle Times / AP, Philippine rebels release hostage, by Jim Gomez, Diigo,
July 17, 2000, AP Online, Philippine Rebels Release Sick Woman, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
July 17, 2000, AP Online, Muslim Rebels Release German Woman, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
July 17, 2000, The Straits Times, Abu Sayyaf Henchmen Sore Over Lack of Pay, [Text]
July 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, Abu Sayyaf henchmen sore over lack of pay, [Page View]
July 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Freedom With a Price?,
July 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, German hostage departs Manila,
July 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Bomb blasts rock North Cotabato,
July 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, 20 civilians massacred in Lanao del Sur,
July 18, 2000, Bernama, Long and Painful Wait For Families of Hostages,
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July 18, 2000, CNN News, Philippine military blames Islamic group for massacre of 20 Christians,
July 18, 2000, AP Online, German Hostage Returns Home, by Juergen Voges,
July 18, 2000, The Boston Globe, Philippine Rebels Free Sick Hostage; Raising Hopes, by I. Lakshmanan,
July 18, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Rebels free German hostage, 324 words,
July 18, 2000, The Scotsman, 'What about my husband? What about my son?', Allan Hall, Erik de Castro,
July 18, 2000, The Independent, First Western hostage freed by kidnappers in Philippines,
July 18, 2000, New Straits Times, German hostage freed, by Tony Emmanuel and Manuel Mogato,
July 18, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf Releases 1st European Hostage; by Edd K. Usman,
July 18, 2000, Philippine Headline News, M.I.L.F. Rebels Massacre 21 Christians,
July 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Newly Freed German Hostage Leaves Manila,
July 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, 4 women hostages to be freed -- Aventajado,
July 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada declares all-out war vs MILF,
July 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, 7:47 PM, AFP: Abu support base destroyed,
July 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, 6:19 PM PNP wants Janjalani's arraignment at Camp Crame,
July 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, 5:46 PM, MILF behind Sino engineer's abduction,
July 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, 5:37 PM, Lawyers attempt to delay arraignment of ASG supporter,
July 18, 2000, BusinessWorld, Abu Sayyaf releases German hostage,
July 18, 2000, BusinessWorld, Suspected Moro guerillas shoot dead 21 in mosque,
July 18, 2000, The Straits Times, Was German Hostage Freed For US$1 Million?, by Luz Baguioro, [Text]
July 18, 2000, The Straits Times, p.1, Was German hostage freed for $1.7m?, [Page View]
July 18, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Release 'a signal that crisis will be over soon', [Page View]
July 18, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Tears and smiles as freed hostage meets family, [Page View]
July 18, 2000, The Straits Times, Tears and Smiles as Freed Hostage Meets Family, [Text]
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July 19, 2000, BBC News, Jolo hostage release delayed,
July 19, 2000, CNN News, Philippine government denies hostages released,
July 19, 2000, CNN News, Philippine rebels free 7 Malaysian hostages,
July 19, 2000, CNN News, Philippine rebels release Malaysian captives,
July 19, 2000, CNN News, Father continues search for American backpacker missing in Malaysia,
July 19, 2000, AFP, Freed German Hostage Renate Wallert in Good Health: Doctors,
July 19, 2000, AFP, Relatives Hoping More Will Be Freed,
July 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, Four Women Hostages to Be Freed - Aventajado,
July 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, Release of Malaysian Hostages Stalled,
July 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu Kidnappers Grant Release of 7 Malaysians,
July 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF strikes in North Cotabato,
July 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, 95 MILF rebels surrender in Lanao del Sur,
July 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, 7 Malaysian hostages' release aborted,
July 19, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 7 Soldiers Killed by Rebels; AFP Placed on High Alert, by Aris R. Ilagan,
July 19, 2000, New Straits Times, Renewed efforts to free captives, by Tony Emmanuel, 654 words,
July 19, 2000, New Straits Times, Osu: No plans to reshuffle State Cabinet, 419 words,
July 19, 2000, BusinessWorld, War, not peace, by Argee Guevarra,
July 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, End of nightmare for sick German hostage, [Page View]
July 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.29, Relatives hoping more will be freed, [Page View]
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July 20, 2000, The Cincinnati Post (OH), Muslim Rebels Release Filipino Teen, 427 words,
July 20, 2000, AFP, Germany: More Aid For Hostages,
July 20, 2000, AFP, Malaysians Left in Limbo on Philippines Hostage Island,
July 20, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Release of Seven Malaysians Held, 700+ words,
July 20, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Estrada briefs 3 Euro officials on hostages, 700+ words,
July 20, 2000, New Straits Times, Praying for safe return,
July 20, 2000, New Straits Times, Malaysian hostages expected to be freed today, by Tony Emmanuel,
July 20, 2000, New Straits T, Wise governance can harness Islamic revivalism for betterment of Muslims,
July 20, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu kidnappers grant release of 7 M'sians,
July 20, 2000, Manila Times, Hostages' release aborted,
July 20, 2000, The Manila Times, Hostages' Release Aborted, I'll Get Them, Lacson Vows,
July 20, 2000, Bernama, Syed Hamid: 7 M'sians Not Freed Yet,
July 20, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf frees teen Filipino, holding on to Malaysians,
July 20, 2000, BusinessWorld, MILF steps up attacks on gov t troops,
July 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.2, Release of Malaysian hostages called off, [Page View]
July 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.29, Germany: More aid for hostages, [Page View]
July 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.29, 'Text' lesson for rebel leader to speed up talks, [Page View]
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July 21, 2000, BBC News, More Jolo hostages freed,
July 21, 2000, Orlando Sentinel, Philippine Rebels Free 1 Hostage, Renege On 3,
July 21, 2000, Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Philippines News, 613 words,
July 21, 2000, CBC, Philippine rebels release more hostages,
July 21, 2000, Sydney Morning Herald, Hostages' nightmare of the absurd,
July 21, 2000, Philippine Headline News, 8 Dead, 5 Wounded in MILF Attack,
July 21, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf Rebels Release Boy in Jolo, 700+ words,
July 21, 2000, New Straits Times, No ransom payment for hostages, 241 words,
July 21, 2000, New Straits Times, Three Malaysian hostages taken away by rival rebel leader, 406 words,
July 21, 2000, New Straits Times, Unofficial emissaries cause plans to go awry, by Tony Emmanuel,
July 21, 2000, The Manila Times, Siazon said kidnapping master-minded by M'sians,
July 21, 2000, The Manila Times, Siazon said kidnapping master-minded by Malaysians,
July 21, 2000, Bernama, Four Other Malaysian Hostages Released From Jolo,
July 21, 2000, Bernama, Release of Four Malaysian Hostages Positive Development - Foreign Minister,
July 21, 2000, Bernama, Disappointment Turns Into Joy with Release of Another Four Malaysians,
July 21, 2000, ABS-CBN, Feud Mars Talks with Abu Sayyaf,
July 21, 2000, ABS-CBN, Aventajado Confirms the Release of Four Malaysian Hostages,
July 21, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf frees 4 Malaysian captives,
July 21, 2000, ABS-CBN, Feud mars talks with Abu Sayyaf,
July 21, 2000, BusinessWorld, Six soldiers killed in new MILF ambush,
July 21, 2000, BusinessWorld, The government s war,
July 21, 2000, The Straits Times, p.40, Rebels free Filipino teenager, [Page View]
July 21, 2000, The Straits Times, p.40, Abu Sayyaf to release only four Malaysian hostages, [Page View]
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July 22, 2000, New Straits Times, Four more captives freed (HL), by Tony Emmanuel,
July 22, 2000, New Straits Times, We must work to free everyone, says DPM, 279 words,
July 22, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf Releases Six More Hostages, 700+ words,
July 22, 2000, New Straits Times, Freed Malaysians return, by Joniston Bangkuai and Jaswinder Kaur,
July 22, 2000, The Straits Times, More Hostages Go Free, But at What Price? by Luz Baguioro,
July 22, 2000, Manila Times, Sayyaf bandits free 4 Malaysian hostages, by Manny B. Marinay...,
July 22, 2000, The Star, [Malaysia] Three Malaysians still held captive, by Muguntan Vanar, Ruben Sario, Philip Golingai,
July 22, 2000, Bernama, Malaysia Did Not Pay Ransom, Says Dr Mahathir,
July 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.2, Jolo militants release six hostages, [Page View]
July 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.48, More hostages go free, but at what price?, [Page View]
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July 23, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Erap Welcomes Mahathir Offer; Develop Mindanao, 700+ words,
July 23, 2000, The Boston Globe (Boston, MA), Long Hostage Drama Ends in the Philippines, 195 words,
July 23, 2000, New Straits Times, Freed hostages waiting to be with families, 551 words,
July 23, 2000, New Straits Times, Last of the Basilan abductees set free, 339 words
July 23, 2000, New Straits Times, `We did not pay ransom for kidnappers', 375 words,
July 23, 2000, New Straits Times, Arshad our man in the hot seat, by Tony Emmanuel, 689 words,
July 23, 2000, AFP, Cash-Rich Philippine Kidnappers Stocking Up on Arms,
July 23, 2000, Manila Times, Abu to free a few more hostages, by Mirasol Ng-Gadil,
July 23, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf prepares for three Malaysians' release,
July 23, 2000, ABS-CBN, Basilan teachers reunited with families,
July 23, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, We didn't pay any ransom: Mahathir, [Page View]
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July 24, 2000, AP / The Seattle Times, 13 killed in ambush; Moro rebels blamed,
July 24, 2000, AFP, Gov't Negotiators Press Abu Sayyaf to Release Other Malaysian Hostages,
July 24, 2000, CWNews.com,2000 Muslim Rebels Release Two Filipino Catholic Teachers,
July 24, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Gov't Negotiators Press Abu Sayyaf to Release Other Malaysian Hostages,
July 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Praise for Asean Plus Three meeting, 304 words,
July 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Aventajado - man in the hot seat, by Tony Emmanuel, 700+ words,
July 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Crisis drawing to a close, 699 words,
July 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Rebels expected to free five more hostages soon, by Tony Emmanuel,
July 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Moro rebels are more dangerous now, by H.L. Idjirani, 700+ words,
July 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Three Malaysian hostages taken away by rival rebel leader, 375 words,
July 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Freed Malaysians return,
July 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Four more captives freed,
July 24, 2000, Manila Times, Abu freeing 3 more Malaysians,
July 24, 2000, Bernama, Continuous Efforts Needed to Free Other Hostages, 700+ words,
July 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, Pope John Paul calls for end to Mindanao war,
July 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, One MILF hostage in Zambo Sur escape,
July 24, 2000, BusinessWorld, Abu Sayyaf rebels may free three Malaysians soon,
July 24, 2000, BusinessWorld, Military blames killing of 34 civilians on MILF guerrillas Troops battle Moro,
July 24, 2000, Statesman (India) The visage of terrorism, 700+ words
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July 25, 2000, International Herald Tribune, Manila Seeks U.S. Aid in Rebel War, by Don Kirk,
July 25, 2000, Birmingham Evening Mail (England), Gunmen hold TV pair, 270 words,
July 25, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Lanao Massacre Leader Captured, by Mike U. Crismundo,
July 25, 2000, AP Online, Grenade Injures 18 in Philippines, 360 words,
July 25, 2000, Manila Times, Emissaries sent to fetch 3 more hostages,
July 25, 2000, PANA, Renewed Hope For South African Hostages in Philippines,
July 25, 2000, BastaPinoy, Abu Sayyaf holds TV crew; demands ransom,
July 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Three Malaysians Likely to Be Freed Midnight,
July 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Emissaries Sent to Fetch Three More Hostages,
July 25, 2000, BusinessWorld, Civilian injured in MILF attack in Cotabato,
July 25, 2000, BusinessWorld, Malaysians may be freed today gov t negotiators,
July 25, 2000, BusinessWorld, MILF ready to talk peace next month attacks military posts,
July 25, 2000, Bernama, View ASEAN Plus Three as a Positive Development, Says Syed Hamid,
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July 26, 2000, CNN News, Philippines grenade blast injures 18; police suspect Abu Sayyaf rebels,
July 26, 2000, Birmingham Evening Mail (England), Clampdown on the clampers, 492 words,
July 26, 2000, New Straits Times, When the question really is 'what' to believe, by Charlene Rajendran,
July 26, 2000, New Straits Times, `Terrorism has no colour', 268 words,
July 26, 2000, New Straits Times, Security issue hampers release, by Tony Emmanuel, in Zamboanga,
July 26, 2000, Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Talks with Rebels End As Fighting Continues, 478 words,
July 26, 2000, Manila Bulletin, P10-M Ransom for Journalists Demanded, 700+ words.
July 26, 2000, Manila Times, Abu men demand P10m for TV hostages' release, by Faber Concepcion,
July 26, 2000, ABS-CBN, Kidnapping a Thriving Industry in Sulu,
July 26, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf wants new emissary, holds on to Malaysians,
July 26, 2000, The Straits Times, Others Goes Free, But He Waits Patiently For His Son,
July 26, 2000, BusinessWorld (Philippines), Release of Malaysian, Filipino hostages delayed anew,
July 26, 2000, The Straits Times, p.27, Others go free, but he waits patiently for his son, [Page View]
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July 27, 2000, BBC News, Jolo rebels free German journalist,
July 27, 2000, AP Online, Philippines Rebels Free German, by Jim Gomez, 651 words,
July 27, 2000, AP Online, German Released From Philippines, by Aaron Favila, 657 words,
July 27, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Release of Malaysian hostages hits a snag, 700+ words,
July 27, 2000, New Straits Times, Freed hostages to be guests at PM's dinner, 333 words,
July 27, 2000, BBC News, Jolo rebels free German journalist,
July 27, 2000, Manila Times, Abu Sayyaf bandits reject new government emissary,
July 27, 2000, Bernama, Dr Mahathir Meets Freed Sipadan Hostages,
July 27, 2000, BusinessWorld, 2000 Defense & Sporting Arms Show launched yesterday at SM,
July 27, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf Wants New Emissary, Holds On To Malaysians,
July 27, 2000, ABS-CBN, Basilan Solon Wants Aventajado Out,
July 27, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf Releases German Journalist,
July 27, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF warned vs scuttling peace talks,
July 27, 2000, BusinessWorld, Another blast rocks Jolo; Aventajado says hostage talks enter final phase,
July 27, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, 18 hurt as Abu Sayyaf bombs Jolo coffee shop, [Page View]
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July 28, 2000, AP / The Columbian (Vancouver), Muslim Rebels Release German Journalist, by Jim Gomez,
July 28, 2000, The Herald News - Joliet (IL), German Reporter Freed, 316 words,
July 28, 2000, Manila Bulletin, German Journalist, Filipino Evangelist Freed by Abu Sayyaf, 700+ words,
July 28, 2000, Associated Press, Philippine Rebels Free Journalist,
July 28, 2000, International Herald Tribune, German Journalist Freed in Philippines Tells of a 2d Kidnapping by Rebels,
July 28, 2000, DPA, Filipino Evangelist, German Journalist Freed by Abu Sayyef,
July 28, 2000, Bernama, PM Optimistic About Peaceful Solution to Hostage Crisis,
July 28, 2000, Manila Times, Sayyaf men free German news reporter,
July 28, 2000, Inquirer, German reporter freed by Abu Sayyaf, by Alexander Young and Noralyn Mustafa,
July 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, Media clampdown on Sulu hostage crisis takes effect,
July 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF sets up new camp in Davao,
July 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, Gov't-MILF peace talks called off,
July 28, 2000, BusinessWorld, Briefs: Bomb threat seminar, 296 words
July 28, 2000, BusinessWorld, Erap-Clinton meeting yields a hefty 'basket', 700+ words
July 28, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, German reporter freed by Abu Sayyaf, by Alexander Young and Noralyn Mustafa, Diigo,
July 28, 2000, Newsbreak, Gloria Arroyo's State of the Nation Addresses,_________________________________________________________________________________
July 29, 2000, International Herald Tribune, Filipino Rebels Discover Kidnapping Is Lucrative: Ransom Money Buys
July 29, 2000, AFP, Journalists' Abduction Aimed at Embarrassing Philippine Government,
July 29, 2000, Philippine Headline News, Journalists Told To Leave Jolo,
July 29, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, Peace Talks Resumption Deferred, 700+ words,
July 29, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, Aventajado Asked Journalists to Leave Jolo,
July 29, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, RP Getting Choppers, Other US Military Aid; Clinton Airs Commitment,
July 29, 2000, Manila Times, Estrada assures safety of Abu captives, by Mirasol Ng-Gadil,
July 29, 2000, The Malay Mail, 65-year-old is sole winner of RM500 prize, by Jeswant Kaur, 700+ words,
July 29, 2000, New Straits Times, 'It's better to be patient than rush things to get hostages freed',
July 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.48, Manila secures new US military supplies, [Page View]
July 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.49, Search, search, search, [Page View]
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July 30, 2000, Los Angeles Times Wire Reports, 2 Journalists Held by Rebels Are Freed,
July 30, 2000, Orlando Sentinel, Muslim Guerrillas Release 2 Hostages In Philippines,
July 30, 2000, AFP, Journalists Exit Philippine Hostage Island,
July 30, 2000, AP Online, Journalists Leave Philippine Island, by Aaron Favila,
July 30, 2000, AP / The Columbian, Philippine Rebels Release Two Captive Journalists, by Aaron Favila,
July 30, 2000, Philippine Headline News, Kidnap Threats Drive Newsmen From Jolo,
July 30, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf Free 2 TV Journalists, by Edd K. Usman, 700+ words,
July 30, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Salamat Asked to Show Sincerity in Peace Talks, 700+ words,
July 30, 2000, Manila Times, Abu frees 2-man TV news crew,
July 30, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Filipino rebels free two TV journalists, [Page View]
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July 31, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Journalists Abandon Jolo, 700+ words,
July 31, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Velarde Leads Prayers for Almeda, Hostages, 693 words,
July 31, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Ransom paid for newsman, 305 words,
July 31, 2000, Manila Times, Foreign journalists heed advice of negotiators, move out of Jolo,
July 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf Preying On Foreigners in Tawi-Tawi, Palawan,
July 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, I'm back-- Misuari,
July 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, Customs seize 987 cellphones allegedly for MILF,
July 31, 2000, Speech, Sen. Aquilino Pimentel, Philippine Senate, Treasonous Handling of the Abu Sayyaf,
July 31, 2000, BusinessWorld, Gov't putting civilians in danger with more CAFGUs, warns MILF,
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August 1, 2000, CNN, Philippine island earns rare logging reprieve,
August 1, 2000, BBC News, Philippine bombs kill three,August 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, Release of hostages seen in two weeks,
August 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, German journalist admits Der Spiegel paid ransom,
August 1, 2000, Inquirer, German paper admits ransom,
August 1, 2000, Inquirer, Estrada prays for divine guidance at St. Patrick's, By Juliet L. Javellana,
August 1, 2000, Inquirer, Imelda's Chinese connection told US judge of deal,
August 1, 2000, Inquirer, Estrada defends tycoon pals Lucio and Danding,
August 1, 2000, Inquirer, 'All of us to blame for Payatas slide', by Cathy C. Yamsuan, Andrea H. Trinidad,
August 1, 2000, Inquirer, Chicago terror escapes dragnet,
August 1, 2000, Inquirer, Misuari returns via 'backdoor', by Armand Nocum, Noralyn Mustafa,
August 1, 2000, Inquirer, Troops, Moro rebs clash anew; 6 killed,
August 1, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, p.A1, German Paper Admits Ransom; Deal Allegedly Struck in Sulu Governor's house,
August 1, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, p.A2, Troops, Moro rebs clash anew; 6 killed, MILF denies death of military chief,
August 1, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, p.A3, CHR warns gov't on Cafgu abuses,
August 1, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Govt patience with Sayaff wearing thin,
August 1, 2000, Manila Times, Absentee Nur slams negotiators on ransom,
August 1, 2000, New Straits Times, IGP: Theft of boats and engines in Pulau Tioman an isolated case,
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August 2, 2000, The Washington Post, Rebels blamed in Indonesia bombing, by Rajiv Chandrasekaran,
August 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu governor denies role in Lorenz ransom,
August 2, 2000, The Washington Post, Rebels blamed in Indonesia bombing, by Rajiv Chandrasekaran, Diigo,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer,RP envoy hurt in blast,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Cash, guns paid for hostages,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, All RP embassies on high alert,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Aventajado sees release of all hostages in 2 weeks, by Armand Nocum,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Mindoro solon to appeal ouster,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Payatas victims file P1-B suit vs Mathay,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, RP to ask Hong Kong on Marcos funds,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 2 dead in 'peryahan' bombing,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 'Gringo' still seen by US as a terrorist,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Misuari's fate still uncertain,
August 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Indon-bound cargo of explosives seized, by Christine Herrera and Greg Refraccion,
August 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, 4 MILF rebels, including 2 minors, killed in Maguindanao clash,
August 2, 2000, The Manila Times, Abu hostages freed in 1 week - Robert,
August 2, 2000, Manila Bulletin, New Hopes Up in Hostage Crisis, 574 words,
August 2, 2000, New Straits Times, Reasons for delay in release, by Tony Emmanuel,
August 2, 2000, Jakarta Post, RP ambassador in stable condition, 542 words
August 2, 2000, Jakarta Post, Gus Dur claims Philippine rebels linked to blast, 700+ words
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August 3, 2000, BBC News, Rebels 'planted Jakarta bomb',
August 3, 2000, The Boston Globe, Seized Philippine Priest Struggles to Turn the Other Cheek,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, Macapagal: Caday knows his attackers,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, Estrada blames terrorist forces,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, Pain persists a year after landslide,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, Bongbong on Sino deal: What hidden wealth?,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, Filipino men safe lovers, study shows,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, CHR blames MILF for Lanao massacre,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, Abu Sayyaf ransom now totals P173M, says solon,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, 3 Jolo quarry men seized, believed slain,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, Most poll cases won't be resolved,
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, Bomb leaves another top RP diplomat 'homeless',
August 3, 2000, Inquirer, I'm no rapist, says Surigao governor,
August 3, 2000, Filipino Reporter, No end to hostage crisis; Moros abduct TV crew, 700+ words,
August 3, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf Kidnaps 3 More Men, 564 words,
August 3, 2000, New Straits Times, Nur Misuari: Stop making threats, by Tony Emmanuel,
August 3, 2000, SCMP, 'Hostages exchanged for cash and guns',
August 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, 4 MILF rebels, including 2 minors, killed in Maguindanao clash,
August 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.3, Manila rallies support after bomb blast, [Page View]
August 3, 2000, BusinessWorld, No hostage releases this week; Malaysian officials still awaited, 599 words
August 3, 2000, BusinessWorld, Making the right choice in Indonesia,
August 3, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer Ex-rebel 'Gringo' still regarded as a terrorist by US, Diigo,
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August 4, 2000, Inquirer, US offers to join hunt for Jakarta bombers,
August 4, 2000, Inquirer, Cherry Hills folk score victory,
August 4, 2000, Inquirer, 2 banks linked to Marcos loot, Tan's tenants,
August 4, 2000, Inquirer, P45M for 3 Malaysians, P30, 000 for 2 Filipinos,
August 4, 2000, Inquirer, Lim tells local execs: Make my day,
August 4, 2000, Inquirer, No more hitches, LRT execs vow,
August 4, 2000, Inquirer, Old Marcos crony fears Erap cronies,
August 4, 2000, New Straits Times, Army blockades rebels' hideout, by Tony Emmanuel,
August 4, 2000, The Straits Times, Jolo rebels amass fortune in Sipadan abductions,
August 4, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf demands P130-m for Wilde Ameda, 12 preachers,
August 4, 2000, The Straits Times, p.27, Jolo rebels amass fortune in Sipadan abductions, [Page View]
August 4, 2000, BusinessWorld, More Jakarta-like attacks here and abroad expected,
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August 5, 2000, New York Times, Philippines Faces Long Guerrilla War - On Mindanao, a Victory but No Peace,
August 5, 2000, Associated Press, Philippine rebels demand $2.9m for release of hostages,
August 5, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada to confront Misuari,
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, Indon probers see no Pinoys in blast,
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, Senate urged to summon Imelda on China deposits,
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, Bishops slam Christian vigilantes,
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, Barangay execs back gun control but want exemption from fees,
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, RP embassy in US tightens security,
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, Sin, Cory lead prayers for peace,
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, Mangoes, miracles may spell end to hostage crisis,
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, House scraps controversial provisions,
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, Orly tells AFP: Don't call MILF rebels 'stragglers',
August 5, 2000, Inquirer, Caday fears for embassy staff's safety, by Dona Pazzibugan,
August 5, 2000, Manila Times, Aventajado sees release of 3 more Malaysian hostages,
August 5, 2000, Manila Times, Hostage crisis blamed on government,
August 5, 2000, New Straits Times, Army blockades rebels' hideout,
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August 6, 2000, BBC News, Philippines ambush: Sixteen dead,
August 6, 2000, Reuters, Some Philippine hostages may be freed next week,
August 6, 2000, AFP, Filipino Mayor convinces Abu Sayyaf to stay executions of hostages,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, Akarta Bombing: FBI explosives expert arrives, by Dona Z. Pazzibugan,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, Sin, Aquino pray for Edsa-like miracle,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, Erap: Objectives exceeded in US trip,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, Highway robbers in N. Cotabato kill 17,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, Bandits promise to free 7 today,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, 'What about the Filipinos?',
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, Classes continue in Lanao war zone,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, Shooting starts on Ping movie,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, 4 men killed in Alabang robbers, says task force,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, UP teacher burned to death,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, Pimentel: Indon IDs found on 7 bodies in Abubakar,
August 6, 2000, Inquirer, Legislator sniffs at gun campaign,
August 6, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Libya Offers to Pay Sayyaf $25 M for 29 Hostages, 700+ words,
August 6, 2000, Manila Times, Libya offers $25 mil ransom for hostages,
August 6, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada to confront Misuari,
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August 7, 2000, AFP, Philippines Muslim kidnappers warn of violence if rescue attempted,
August 7, 2000, AFP, Malaysian officials scrap meeting with Philippine negotiator,
August 7, 2000, Sydney Morning Herald, Mahathir in bid to free hostages,
August 7, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abu Sayyaf shopping for heavy weapons, by Carlito Pablo, Diigo,
August 7, 2000, Inquirer, Massacre leader not ours - MILF,
August 7, 2000, Inquirer, Malacañang goes to Mindanao,
August 7, 2000, Inquirer, Abu Sayyaf holds release of 3 Malaysians,
August 7, 2000, Inquirer, In guerrilla warfare, ideal ratio is 10 to 1 for gov't, by Carlito Pablo,
August 7, 2000, Inquirer, BI deports American who called Estrada corrupt,
August 7, 2000, Inquirer, Op-Ed, Gun drive aimed at quelling civil unrest, by Amando Doronila,
August 7, 2000, Inquirer, Abu Sayyaf shopping for heavy weapons, by Carlito Pablo,
August 7, 2000, ABS-CBN, Lebanon envoy denies offering $25m to Abu Sayyaf,
August 7, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada orders arrest of MILF supporters,
August 7, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf gained P245-M from kidnapping,
August 7, 2000, Philippine Headline News, Christian Vigilantes Armed VS. MILF,
August 7, 2000 New Straits Times, Hostage crisis spins off good business, by H.L. Idjirani, 700+ words,
August 7, 2000, New Straits Times, Trio may be last to see freedom, by Tony Emmanuel, 536 words,
August 7, 2000, New Straits Times, Army blockades rebels' hideout,
August 7, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Rebels growing stronger as crisis drags on, [Page View]
August 7, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abu Sayyaf holds release of 3 MalaysiansDiigo,
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August 8, 2000, BBC News, Jolo rebels 'paid $5.5m ransom',
August 8, 2000, The Washington Post, World; In Brief,
August 8, 2000, Orlando Sentinel, Millions In Ransom Paid To Rebels In Philippines,
August 8, 2000, Sydney Morning Herald, Hostage money is being paid, official admits,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, Rise of vigilantes alarms officials, by Cynthia D. Balana and Larry C. Agpalo,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, Estrada orders probe of MILF protectors,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, Transport strike peaceful,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, AFP chief admits P245M paid for hostages' release,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, 13 rebels, 2 soldiers killed in clash,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, Hopes dim for 2 captives of NPA,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, Estrada starts 1-month stay in South today,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, Gov't vies with Sayyaf in Mindanao arms market,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, General Fianza son heads car theft gang,
August 8, 2000, Inquirer, Gun, balance of terror,
August 8, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Mindanao Solons Back CAFGU Plan, by Rod L.Villa, 700+ words,
August 8, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Finland Offers Dev't Projects, 580 words,
August 8, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf gained P245m from kidnapping,
August 8, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada orders arrest of MILF supporters,
August 8, 2000, Manila Times, KL justice offers to deal with Sayyaf,
August 8, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Gov't vies with Sayyaf in Mindanao arms market, by Carlito Pablo, Diigo,
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August 9, 2000, Sydney Morning Herald, Bin Laden 'funding rebels via charity',
August 9, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Bickerings snag release, by Alexander Young,
August 9, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, New group out to wake up Estrada,
August 9, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Estrada: It's time to unite, get rid of troublemakers,
August 9, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Palace releases P119M for 10,000 new Cafgus, by Carlito Pablo,
August 9, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Solon says Palace to get bulk of intelligence funds, by Cynthia D. Balana,
August 9, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Senate seeks master list of Marcos assets, by Donna S. Cueto,
August 9, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Bin Laden funds Abu Sayyaf through Muslim relief group, Pt.1, Christine Herrera,
August 9, 2000, Manila Bulletin, RP, Malaysia Boosting Joint Border Patrols, 700+ words,
August 9, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Pirate chief slain off Jolo, 334 words,
August 9, 2000, Bernama, Release of Malaysian hostages anytime now, says Aziz,
August 9, 2000, The Manila Times, DND fears more Sayyaf kidnappings,
August 9, 2000, The Straits Times, $9.7m paid to Jolo rebels, [Text]
August 9, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, $9.7 m paid to Jolo rebels, [Page View]
August 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf outsmarted the gov't--Joker,
August 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF hostages in Davao Sur released,
August 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada may drop emergency powers bid,
August 9, 2000, BusinessWorld, Fast Forward: Filipinization of Indonesia politics,
August 9, 2000, The Philippine Star, Palace: Gov't cannot stop ransom payments to Sayyaf, by Marichu Villanueva, Diigo,_________________________________________________________________________________
August 10, 2000, Rocky Mountain News, Jailing of Foe Won't Protect Malaysia Leader From Unrest,
August 10, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf Signing Up More Recruits, by Aris R. Ilagan,
August 10, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf signing up more recruits,
August 10, 2000, New Straits Times, Beefing up co-operation,
August 10, 2000, The Straits Times, "Bad rebels" turn rich, [Text]
August 10, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, 'Bad' Rebels Turn Rich, [Page View]
August 10, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Osama gave funds to Abu Sayyaf: Manila,
August 10, 2000, The Straits Times, Osama gave funds to Abu Sayyaf: Manila, [Text]
August 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf wants $25m for remaining hostages,
August 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Misuari resignation rumors surface,
August 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada commits P902-M for five war-torn Mindanao provinces,
August 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Bounties to affect GRP-MILF peace talks,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Gov't offers P5M for Salamat's head, by Carlito Pablo,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Legislator says another anti-Estrada group formed, Martin Marfil, Donna Cueto,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Secret of Mayon Volcano found, say scientists,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 'Jueteng' goes hi-tech,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Judge suspended; Demetria censured,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Gemma: 'How desperate can they get',
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Lim warned: Gun searches, checkpoints illegal,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, QC cops say UP teacher could have killed self,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Ex-diplomat wants to replace Nur, by Jerome Aning,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Gemma linked to Bin Laden group funding Sayyaf, MILF, P2, Christine Herrera,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Fianza son, 4 companions charged, by Rocky Nazareno,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Rights groups, Muslim leaders assail killing of 4 scholars, by Jerome Aning,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Soldiers raid private home, by Carolyn O. Arguillas,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, MILF collected P71M from bus firms, by Carlito Pablo,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Military to arrest vigilantes,
August 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Source says some groups took cuts on P9-M payoff, by Donna S. Cueto, Diigo, _______________________________________________________________________________
August 11, 2000, BBC News, Muslim rebel marries his hostage,
August 11, 2000, BBC News, Jolo rebel chief 'weds hostage',
August 11, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Preachers End Fast at Sayyaf Lair; Fate Remains Uncertain, 700+ words,
August 11, 2000, The Straits Times, Bounty makes Muslim rebels stronger,
August 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, Malaysia to help nab MILF top brass,
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August 12, 2000, CNN News, Libya denies readiness to pay ransom for hostages in Philippines,
August 12, 2000, Radio Australia, Twenty killed as Philippine troops clash with cult members,
August 12, 2000, RTE.ie, 20 die in clashes between religious cult and authorities in Philippines,
August 12, 2000, New Straits Times, Philippine Army Clashes With Cult Members, 20 Killed,
August 12, 2000, The Independent Online, Christians who don't turn the other cheek,
August 12, 2000, ABC News, At Least 20 Die as Cops Clash With Cultists
August 12, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Ople Urges Halt to Smear Campaign, 700+ words,
August 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, Malaysia to help nab MILF top brass,
August 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Rebels 'have the clout to sway polls', [Page View]
August 12, 2000, The Straits Times, Rebels "have the clout to sway polls", [Text]
August 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Rebel leader kidnaps a third bride, [Page View]
August 12, 2000, The Straits Times, Rebel leader kidnaps a third bride, [Text]
August 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Tourism chief on police watchlist,
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August 13, 2000, CNN News, Envoy denies Libya offered $25 million for Philippine hostages,
August 13, 2000, AFP, Libyan mediators arrive in Philippine hostage island,
August 13, 2000, AP, Libyan envoy denies $25m ransom offer,
August 13, 200, Miami Herald/AFP Manhunt on for remnants of Philippine Christian cult,
August 13, 2000, Los Angeles Times, 20 Killed as Filipino Troops Battle Cultists,
August 13, 2000, Philippine Headline News, 20 Dead In Police Clash with Cultists,
August 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Op-Ed, 'Postmodern Bandits', by Randy David,
August 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 20 killed as defiant cultists, cops clash, by Froilan Gallardo,
August 13, 2000, The Manila Times, 20 killed as soldiers clash with Bukidnon cultists, by Mirasol Ng-Gadil,
August 13, 2000, The Manila Times, Beirut envoy parleys with Libya for release of Lebanese hostage,
August 13, 2000, AFP / New Straits Times, Where cultists bring terror to local militia,
August 13, 2000, The Philippine Star, 16 cultists killed in Bukidnon clash, by Roel Pareño and Jaime Laude,
August 13, 2000, News24, Manhunt on for fanatical cult members,
August 13, 2000, The Straits Times, p.16, Politician Accused, [Page View]
August 13, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Mindanao Cultists Fight Troops; 20 Die,
August 13, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Libyan Envoy Denies $25-M Ransom Offer, 700+ words,
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August 14, 2000, BBC News, Envoy optimistic on hostage releases,
August 14, 2000, CNN News, No release of Philippine hostages likely until Wednesday,
August 14, 2000, Reuters, No release of Philippine hostages until Wednesday,
August 14, 2000, AFP, Libyan envoy meets PI kidnappers over French media hostages,
August 14, 2000, Manila Times, Supplies to Abu captives dry up,
August 14, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Another Bomb Blast Kills 2 in Cotabato, 700+ words,
August 14, 2000, New Straits Times, A pretty price for 'board and lodging', by H.L. Idjirani, 700+ words,
August 14, 2000, AFP / The Straits Times, Hunt for remnants of fanatical Manila cult,
August 14, 2000, The Manila Times, Editorial, Cult clash,
August 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Slain cultists lost magic, says leader, by Froilan Gallardo,
August 14, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Region's forces can play wider role in Indonesia, [Page View]
August 14, 2000, ABS-CBN, Aventajado won't confirm abduction of 12 Asians,
August 14, 2000, ABS-CBN, Hope still alive for GRP-MILF peace talks,
August 14, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu hostages to be freed this week -- Aventajado,
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August 15, 2000, CNN News, No release of Philippine hostages likely until Wednesday,
August 15, 2000, CNN News, Philippine hostages 'to be freed on Thursday',
August 15, 2000, The Columbian / AP, Nine Hostages in Philippines to Be Released, by Oliver Teves,
August 15, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Gadhafi wants to meet released hostages, 700+ words,
August 15 2000, The Independent [South Africa] The hostages still waiting in hope...
August 15, 2000, AP, 'Bulletproof' magic lost because they sinned,
August 15, 2000, Reuters, Hostages' ordeal in Philippines said to be near end,
August 15, 2000, The Manila Times, Military option in Patikul ruled out, by Joel San Juan,
August 15, 2000, The Manila Times, MILF suspends peace talks, by Manny Marinay, Joel San Juan...
August 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, Aventajado won't confirm abduction of 12 Asians,
August 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, Hope still alive for GRP-MILF peace talks,
August 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu hostages to be freed this week -- Aventajado,
August 15, 2000, Ananova, Gaddafi to pay millions to free Western hostages,
August 15, 2000, BusinessWorld, Framework: Remembering Ka Jaime Ferrer, 700+ words
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August 16, 2000, BBC News, Jolo hostage freed,
August 16, 2000, CNN News, Philippine rebels free a hostage, more releases expected,
August 16, 2000, CNN News, Muslim rebels release Filipina hostage on Jolo,
August 16, 2000, Associated Press, Filipino rebels free hostage,
August 16, 2000, Reuters, One Jolo hostage freed, rest likely on Thursday,
August 16, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Estrada Approval Rating Up in Survey, 568 words,
August 16, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Libyan Plane Here for Hostages, by Louie Perez, 700+ words,
August 16, 2000, Bernama, Dablo's employer in Sipadan overjoyed over her release,
August 16, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Chronology of Sulu Hostage Crisis,
August 16, 2000, ABS-CBN, Filipina hostage freed by Abu Sayyaf,
August 16, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF invades mining industry in Davao del Sur,
August 16, 2000, The Straits Times, p.33, Abu Sayyaf may free hostages today, [Page View]
August 16, 2000, The Straits Times, p.33, Hostage release held up as rebels demand more cash,
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August 17, 2000, BBC News, Rain delays hostage release,
August 17, 2000, CNN News, Muslim rebels release Filipina hostage on Jolo,
August 17, 2000, CNN News, Hostage release delayed after rebels decline to free French journalists,
August 17, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Rebel kidnap victim in dream walk to freedom,
August 17, 2000, The Independent (London), Hostage is freed by rebels in Philippines, by Pat Roque,
August 17, 2000, The Columbian / AP, Muslim Rebels Free One of 28 Hostages in Philippines, Pat Roque,
August 17, 2000, Hurriyet Daily News [Turkey] One Jolo hostage is set free, more likely today,
August 17, 2000, AP, Rebels In Philippines Free Hostage, Raising Expectations Of More,
August 17, 2000, AP, Philippine Hostage Release Delayed by Pat Roque,
August 17, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Philippine rebels release hostage, 700+ words,
August 17, 2000, The Boston Globe, Khadafy Basks in Praise as Hostage Crisis Ends, by Kurt Shillinger,
August 17, 2000, Los Angeles Times Wire Reports, Rebels Free Hostage, Say Others to Follow,
August 17, 2000, Philippine Headline News, Jolo: Pinay Hostage Freed,
August 17, 2000, Philippine Headline News, TV Cameraman Backs Cops in Cult Clash,
August 17, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Hostaged Filipina Cook Freed in Jolo, by Edd K. Usman, 700+ words,
August 17, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Hostage release held up as rebels demand more cash,
August 17, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Preachers' fasting fruitless, 700+ words,
August 17, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Philippine destinations: Mindanao tourism gets new impetus,
August 17, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Gemma laughs off link to terror, 575 words,
August 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Govt optimistic on hostages' release,
August 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF invades mining industry in Davao del Sur,
August 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Filipina hostage freed by Abu Sayyaf,
August 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Military clears names of MILF 'coddlers',
August 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Senate body files emergency powers bill,
August 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Bad weather stalls hostages' release,
August 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, 8:03 PM, Military twits MILF, says Murad is dead,
August 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, 3:06 PM, Clouds, kinks delay Sulu hostages' release anew,
August 17, 2000, The Straits Times, Hostage release held up as rebels demand more cash,
August 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.18, Philippine Fighting Claims 1,000 Lives, [Page View]
August 17, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, How Abu Sayyaf divided P245-M loot,, by Noralyn Mustafa and Alexander Young, Diigo,
August 17, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Hostage deal Okd by Estrada, EU, Libya, Diigo, ________________________________________________________________________________
August 18, 2000, BBC News, Malaysians reported freed in Jolo,
August 18, 2000, CNN News, Philippine rebels begin hostage release,
August 18, 2000, CNN News, Kidnappers free 3 Malaysian hostages,
August 18, 2000, CNN News, Hostage release delayed after rebels decline to free French journalists,
August 18, 2000, New York Times, What Price 13 Hostages? Commerce in Sulu Sea,
August 18, 2000, AP Online, Philippine Rebels Free Some Hostages, by Pat Roque, 700+ words,
August 18, 2000, AP /The Columbian (Vancouver, WA), Release of Hostages Postponed by Pat Roque,
August 18, 2000, AP / The Columbian (Vancouver, WA), Release Plan for E-Mail Surveillance Draws Fire,
August 18, 2000, The Herald News - Joliet (IL), Palestinian State Acknowledged, 330 words,
August 18, 2000, The Cincinnati Post (Cincinnati, OH), Hostages Freed, 222 words,
August 18, 2000, Los Angeles Times Wire Reports, Hostage Release Thrown Off Track,
August 18, 2000, The Beacon News - Aurora (IL), Release Deal Scuttled, 700+ words,
August 18, 2000, AFP, PI guerrillas free M'sians as talks continue on remaining captives,
August 18, 2000, AFP, Top Abu Sayyaf kidnappers seek Libyan sanctuary report,
August 18, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf Hostages' Release Delayed Anew, by Edd K. Usman,
August 18, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 9 PNP Men in Cult Clash Relieved, by Aris R. Ilagan, 615 words,
August 18, 2000, New Straits Times, Fate of Malaysians lies with ex-Libyan envoy, by Tony Emmanuel,
August 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Almelda is a hostage, past ransom were paid - Malacanang,
August 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Military twits MILF, says Murad is dead,
August 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Bad weather stalls hostages' release,
August 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Malaysian hostages halfway to freedom,
August 18, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Reyes hits Lacson on 'murder' story,
August 18, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Lacson, Reyes liable for killing, says Roco,
August 18, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Editorial, Benighted,
August 18, 2000, Philippine Headline News, Sayyaf, Gov't Disagree on French Journalists’ ReleaseDiigo,
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August 19, 2000, BBC News, Setback for Jolo hostage release,
August 19, 2000, CNN News, Anticipated release of Philippines hostages fails,
August 19, 2000, CNN News, Three Malaysian hostages finally free in Philippines,
August 19, 2000, Reuters, Rebels Free 3 Malaysians; More Releases Expected,
August 19, 2000, The Scotsman, Long ordeal of 16 Jolo hostages finally nears end, 460 words,
August 19, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Philippine rebels release 3 hostages, by Pat Roque, 639 words,
August 19, 2000, The Independent (London), Libya to broker hostage deal, 179 words,
August 19, 2000, AP Online, Philippine Hostage Release Awaited, by Pat Roque, 700+ words,
August 19, 2000, AFP, Tight security as Philippine negotiators prepare to end four-month hostage crisis,
August 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, Freed Malaysian hostages missing,
August 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, Malaysian hostages halfway to freedom,
August 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, Libya to pay $25 mil for Sulu hostages, Western diplomat said,
August 19, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf Frees 3 Malaysian Hostages, 700+ words,
August 19, 2000, New Straits Times, Rebels free remaining Malaysian captives, bad weather delays journey
August 19, 2000, Philippine Star, Abu Sayyaf rebels free three remaining Malaysian captives,
August 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.2, After four months, end is in sight for Jolo hostages, [Page View]
August 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.35, The Libyan connection, [Page View]
August 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.35, Top Muslim rebels 'seeking asylum',
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August 20, 2000, BBC News, Three Jolo hostages fly home,
August 20, 2000, CNN, Three Malaysian hostages finally free in Philippines,
August 20, 2000, CNN, Malaysian men grateful to be free after long Philippine hostage crisis,
August 20, 2000, The Columbian, Talks Fail to Free Philippine Hostages, by Pat Roque,
August 20, 2000, Associated Press, Hostage Talks in Philippines Break Down,
August 20, 2000, The Independent, Gaddafi's hostage release deal collapses by Richard Lloyd Parry,
August 20 2000, Reuters, Only 3 freed by rebels in Philippines,
August 20, 2000, AFP, Freed Malaysian hostages emerge from guerrilla hideout,
August 20, 2000, AFP, Philippines says Libya can pull out of hostage crisis talks,
August 20, 2000, Bernama, Abdullah thanks PI Government over hostage release,
August 20, 2000, Bernama, Last Malaysian hostages free,
August 20, 2000, New Straits Times, 'Malaysians hiding in safe house'. 700+ words.
August 20, 2000, New Straits Times, Eagle eye on Sabah coastline, by Tony Emmanuel, 458 words,
August 20, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Bukidnon massacre, by Randy David,
August 20, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf Reneges on Agreement, Keeps Hostages; Now Wants 2-Stage...,
August 20, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Tourists Down in May Due to Kidnapping, 586 words,
August 20, 2000, Manila Times, Hostage release stymied,
August 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.21, Muslim rebels put off releasing hostages, [Page View]
August 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.21, Lawmakers at odds over fate of rebels when crisis ends,
August 20, 2000, The Star [Malaysia] Events leading to release of the three Malaysians,
August 20, 2000, The Star [Malaysia] Seeing is believing for families,
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August 21, 2000, BBC News, Attempt to end Jolo hostage deadlock,
August 21, 2000, CNN News, Malaysian men grateful to be free after long Philippine hostage crisis,
August 21, 2000, CNN News, Philippine officials await Libyan approval of hostage talks policy,
August 21, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Libya set to end talks over hostages, 440 words,
August 21, 2000, The Independent, Philippines: Libyans threaten to abandon talks with kidnappers;
August 21, 2000, The Independent, How Mandela became the global peace-maker, by Alex Duval Smith,
August 21, 2000, The Columbian, Three Hostages in Philippines Head Home, by Pat Roque, 700+ words,
August 21, 2000, Seattle Times, Captives Free After 4 Months
August 21, 2000, AP, Libya working on hostage release, by Pat Roque,
August 21, 2000, AFP, Thousands flee fearing Abu Sayyaf, PI military attack,
August 21, 2000, AFP, Top negotiators meet PI President to break hostage impasse,
August 21, 2000, ABS-CBN, Security tight on possible Abu escape routes,
August 21, 2000, ABS-CBN, Lawmakers blamed for delay in Sulu hostages' release,
August 21, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf Frees 3 More Malaysian Hostages in Sulux;
August 21, 2000, New Sabah Times, Home Finally, by Sunir Tumiran and Yatim Andam Taubatal,
August 21, 2000, New Straits Times, Rebels free remaining Malaysian captives, bad weather delays their journey home,
August 21, 2000, New Straits Times, Last three home at last, by Tony Emmanuel,
August 21, 2000, New Straits Times, No repeat of incident pledge, by Tony Emmanuel...
August 21, 2000, New Straits Times, Abdullah happy over release, 254 words,
August 21, 2000, New Straits Times, Jolo story has not got to last reel yet, by H.L. Idjirani, 700+ words,
August 21, 2000, New Straits Times, Happy reunion for families, freed hostages, 567 words,
August 21, 2000, New Straits Times, 'Malaysians hiding in safe house', 655 words,
August 21, 2000, The Straits Times, Tears of joy flow as 3 hostages go home, [text]
August 21, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, Malaysian hostage trio released, [Page View]
August 21, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, Tears of joy flow as 3 hostages go home,
August 21, 2000, The Star [Malaysia] Post is up to Estrada, says Aventajado,
August 21, 2000, The Star [Malaysia] Emotional welcome for last three Malaysian hostages,
August 21, 2000, The Star [Malaysia] Ranger recounts close calls at camp,
August 21, 2000, The Star [Malaysia] Pak Lah thanks Manila for release,
August 21, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Comelec dragging feet on computerized polls, by Amando Doronila, Diigo,
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August 22, 2000, BBC News, New Jolo hostage plan,
August 22, 2000, CNN, Libya said to pay $12 million for Philippines hostages,
August 22, 2000, CNN, God's Warriors, by Christine Amanpour,
August 22, 2000, Sunday Times (UK) New strategy for hostage release,
August 22, 2000, The Independent, The double-edged sword of Gaddafi's links with the Philippines,
August 22, 2000, The Independent (London), Monitor: All the News of the World, 700+ words,
August 22, 2000, Seattle Times / AP, Libya to pay ransom for hostages held by Philippine rebels, by Jim Gomez, Diigo,
August 22, 2000, AFP, PI hostage crisis into 5th month after Libyan deal collapse,
August 22, 2000, Reuters, Libyan to continue mediation efforts,
August 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf escape routes secure,
August 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Alunan, Ruiz cleared on Abu Sayyaf links,
August 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Security tight on possible Abu escape routes,
August 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Lawmakers blamed for delay in Sulu hostages' release,
August 22, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Libya to Continue Mediation Efforts, 700+ words,
August 22, 2000, New Straits Times, Azzarouq asks Malaysian emissaries for help, 700+ words,
August 22, 2000, BusinessWorld, Editorial: To Take A Stand: War without end,
August 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Abu Sayyaf wants more money, [Page View]
August 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Sabah residents suspected,
August 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.31, Sabah beefs up security for international race, [Page View]
August 22, 2000, Business Times (Malaysia), Employ VHS radio communication: Najib, by Kamarul Yunus,
August 22, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Libya to pay $12M more, Diigo,_______________________________________________________________________________
August 23, 2000, BBC News, US slams Libya over Philippines "ransom",
August 23, 2000, CNN News, Philippine negotiators making final arrangements for hostages,
August 23, 2000, The Independent, Libya bids $12m to free hostages in Philippines, by Anne Penketh,
August 23, 2000, Orlando Sentinel, Libya To Pay $1 Million Per Philippine Hostage,
August 23, 2000, AFP, Chronology of Philippines hostage crisis,
August 23, 2000, AFP, No end in sight as PI hostage crisis enters its fifth month,
August 23, 2000, AFP, Philippine kidnappers free construction worker,
August 23, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 'All or Nothing,' Says Erap on Hostages, by Brenda P. Tuazon,
August 23, 2000, New Straits Times, Doing it together, 700+ words,
August 23, 2000, New Straits Times, PM: Dr Khir chosen for his experience, unblemished background,
August 23, 2000, The Manila Times, Sayyaf kidnaps 11 more,
August 23, 2000, The Manila Times, Libya agrees to pay full ransom demand,
August 23, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, Libya to pay more For rebels' hostages, [Page View]
August 23, 2000, BusinessWorld, Fast Forward: Ransom notes, 700+ words
August 23, 2000, BusinessWorld, AdLib: Church thinking on hostages, 700+ words
August 23, 2000, BusinessWorld, Vector: Robotics, not 'Robot', 700+ words
August 23, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, US, Malaysia offer to join fight vs Sayyaf, Diigo, ________________________________________________________________________________
August 24, 2000, CNN News, Plea for caution over Philippines hostage crisis,
August 24, 2000, CNN News, Philippine negotiators making final arrangements for hostages,
August 24, 2000, AP Online, Philippine Rebels Kill Five, 700+ words,
August 24, 2000, The Christian Science Monitor, Hostages in Philippines best shot: help from Libya:
August 24, 2000, AFP, Release of hostages in Southern Philippines put off until next week,
August 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, 12:05 AM, US, Malaysia help vs. Abu Sayyaf rejected,
August 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, Worried Euro leaders prod RP on Sulu crisis,
August 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu hostage crisis mishandled -- Misuari,
August 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, Senators attack scholarship offer to Abu Sayyaf,
August 24, 2000, The Manila Times, 'Scholarship' eyed for Abu kidnappers,
August 24, 2000, The Manila Times, Bandits using human shield vs military drive,
August 24, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Mindanao toll placed at 1,000, 485 words,
August 24, 2000, Filipino Reporter, New poll has Estrada smelling like roses: Approval rate up 6%,
August 24, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Libya offers to end hostage crisis, 700+ words,
August 24, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Erap against US Aid in a Military Action vs Sayyaf, 700+ words
August 24, 2000, Bernama, Three Released Sipadan Hostages Return to Their Homes,
August 24, 2000, Inquirer, Opinion, TV footage shows only part of the truth, by Diosdado L. Ongol,
August 24, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, US against Libyan ransom decision, [Page View]
August 24, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Two kidnapped to be members' wives,
August 24, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Sayyaf frees worker but grabs 2 'brides'Diigo,
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August 25, 2000, BBC News, Jolo ransom mystery deepens,
August 25, 2000, CNN, Myanmar dissident prevented from traveling again,
August 25, 2000, Orlando Sentinel, Philippine Police Find Bodies Of 5 Hostages,
August 25, 2000, Associate Press, Sayyaf Men Arrested w/Ransom Money, by Jim Gomez,
August 25, 2000, AP / The Columbian, Muslim Rebels Abduct, Kill Five Truckers in Philippines,
August 25, 2000, AFP, Philippine hostages stressed and longing to go home,
August 25, 2000, ITN, Arrest threatens hostage release,
August 25, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Misuari Questions Solons on P100-B Dev't Program, by Ben R. Rosario,
August 25, 2000, Manila Bulletin, French, Finnish, German Gov'ts Cite RP in Hostage Case,
August 25, 2000, New Straits Times, Baln makes up for lost time, by Joniston Bangkuai, 623 words,
August 25, 2000, Bernama, I now feel Sabah is 100 times better - Former Jolo hostage,
August 25, 2000, Manila Times, 4 tagged in Sulu kidnap,
August 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu hostage crisis mishandled -- Misuari,
August 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Worried Euro leaders prod PI on Sulu crisis,
August 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu hostage crisis mishandled -- Misuari,
August 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Senators attack scholarship offer to Abu Sayyaf,
August 25, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, Malaysian general 'connived in Jolo kidnap', [Page View]
August 25, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, US, Libya tangle over kidnapping,
August 25, 2000, BusinessWorld, Foreign leaders ask Erap to settle Abu Sayyaf hostage situation soon, Diigo,
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August 26, 2000, AP Online, Arrested Philippines Rebels Freed, by Jim Gomez, 669 words,
August 26, 2000, AP Online, Muslim Rebels' Hostages To Be Freed, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
August 26, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu hostages favor military rescue,
August 26, 2000, ABS-CBN, Court orders 2 Abu Sayyaf bagmen released,
August 26, 2000, AP, Rebel arrests snags hostage release, by Jim Gomez,
August 26, 2000, Manila Times, Governor probed on Abu, by Manny B. Marinay,
August 26, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Zambo Farmers to Get Land Titles, by Brenda P. Tuazon, 700+ words,
August 26, 2000, New Straits Times, 'Sandiwara, conspiracy latest buzz words for Opposition',
August 26, 2000, The Economist (US), The Philippines - Fears of the hostage-takers, 700+ words,
August 26, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, Millions more in their hands, [Page View]
August 26, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, 2 rebels caught with ransom money,
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August 27, 2000, BBC News, Philippine rebels free five captives, [Bad Link]
August 27, 2000, BBC News, In pictures: Five hostages go free
August 27, 2000, BBC News, Hostages' four-month ordeal
August 27, 2000, BBC News, Analysis: Why did Libya intervene?
August 27, 2000, CNN News, Five of 12 international hostages freed in Philippines,
August 27, 2000, CNN, Rebels demand delivery of arrested guerrillas before releasing Philippines hostages,
August 27, 2000, Los Angeles Times Wire Services, Rebels Due to Free 6 Hostages in Philippines,
August 27, 2000, Sydney Morning Herald, Kidnappers release five after Libya pays ransom,
August 27, 2000, AP Online, Muslim Rebel Leader Has Unlikely Path, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
August 27, 2000, AP Online, 5 Hostages Freed in Philippines, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
August 27, 2000, AP, Muslim rebels to release six hostages today,
August 27, 2000, AFP, Five western hostages freed in PI, rest out in a week,
August 27, 2000, AFP, Philippines emissary's visit boosts hostages' freedom bid,
August 27, 2000, AFP, Abu Sayyaf gunmen pledge to release four western women captives,
August 27, 2000, AFP, Filipino kidnappers could still return to Sabah, analysts say,
August 27, 2000, Manila Times, AFP loosens noose around Sayyaf neck, by Marian Trinidad,
August 27, 2000, Manila Bulletin, NEDA Sees Peso Recovery by Year-End, 643 words,
August 27, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Zamboanga Dollar Changers Released, 603 words,
August 27, 2000, The Filipino Express, Abu Sayyaf frees Filipino hostage, 398 words,
August 27, 2000, The Straits Times, Jolo-bound arms seized from ship,
August 27, 2000, New Straits Times, Basilius recalls captivity, by Joniston Bangkuai, 700+ words,
August 27, 2000, The Straits Times, p.19, Muslim rebels to release six hostages today, [Page View]
August 27, 2000, The Straits Times, p.19, Jolo-bound arms seized from ship, [Page View]
August 27, 2000, The Straits Times, p.19, Caught cashing in ransom money,
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August 28, 2000, BBC News, In pictures: Six hostages go free,
August 28, 2000, BBC News, Philippine rebels free six captives,
August 28, 2000, BBC News, Analysis: Why did Libya intervene?,
August 28, 2000, BBC News, Philippine hostages head for Libya,
August 28, 2000, CNN, Philippine negotiators win release of South African hostage,
August 28, 2000, CNN, Libya to welcome hostages freed by Filipino rebels,
August 28, 2000, CNN, Pro-democracy leader in 5th day of Myanmar roadside standoff,
August 28, 2000, The Washington Post, World; In Brief, 700+ words,
August 28, 2000, Associated Press, Ex-Hostages in Philippines Find Freedom Bittersweet,
August 28, 2000, AP / The Columbian (Vancouver), Rebels Attack Suburb of Capital, 700+ words,
August 28, 2000, The Columbian / AP, Five Western Hostages Freed in the Philippines, by Jim Gomez,
August 28, 2000, The Buffalo News, Six Freed Hostages Leave Philippines For Libya, by Jim Gomez,
August 28, 2000, The Cincinnati Post, Freed Hostages Head For Libya, Others Still Held in Philippines,
August 28, 2000, The Independent, Philippine rebels free five captive Westerners from jungle,
August 28, 2000, The Scotsman, Five more hostages freed by guerrillas in the Philippines, by Allan Hall...,
August 28, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Freed hostages weep for those who remain, 389 words,
August 28, 2000, The Herald, Hostages freed but loved ones left behind in jungle, by Reuben Alabastro,
August 28, 2000, The Guardian (UK) Libya reaps the credit as another captive freed,
August 28, 2000, Sunday Times (UK) Gaddafi's millions free five hostages after four-month ordeal,
August 28, 2000, Inter Press Service English News Wire, Hostage Crisis Sows Seeds of Trouble,
August 28, 2000, AP Online, Philippine Rebels Release Hostage, 700+ words,
August 28, 2000, AP, Philippine rebels release another hostage,
August 28, 2000, AFP, PI hostage ordeal was hot, sickening & hell: South African,
August 28, 2000, AFP, Philippine kidnappers set to hightail it to Sabah: officials,
August 28, 2000, AFP, Five freed western hostages in PI await long flight home,
August 28, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Mindanao Rebels Release 3 French Citizens, 2 Others;
August 28, 2000, The Straits Times, p.3, Abu Sayyaf frees 5; starlet offers to wed leader, [Page View]
August 28, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Libya's PR coup in hostage crisis, [Page View]
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Jeffrey Schilling abducted

August 29, 2000, BBC News, Muslim rebels 'kidnap American',
August 29, 2000, BBC News, Freed hostages arrive in Libya,
August 29, 2000, CNN News, Philippine Muslim rebels say they abducted American CIA agent,
August 29, 2000, CNN News, Philippine Muslim rebels claim they abducted U.S. citizen,
August 29, 2000, CNN News, Philippine rebels seize American,
August 29, 2000, CNN News, Philippine negotiators win release of South African hostage,
August 29, 2000, CNN News, American taken hostage by Muslim rebels in the Philippines,
August 29, 2000, CNN News, Schilling taken hostage,
August 29, 2000, ABCNews, Islamic Rebels Threaten to Kill American,
August 29, 2000, The Columbian (Vancouver), Hostages Freed in Philippines Go to Libya to Meet Gadhafi,
August 29, 2000, The Cincinnati Post, Muslim Rebels Threaten to Kill American Man, 259 words,
August 29, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Six ex-hostages arrive in Libya from Philippines, by Bassem Mroue,
August 29, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Hostages Say Thanks a Million to Gaddafi, 557 words,
August 29, 2000, The Independent (UK) Abu Sayyaf at heart of Islamic war after $17m hostage deal puts rebel centre stage, by Richard Lloyd Parry, Diigo, August 29, 2000, Sunday Times (UK) Gaddafi to stage lavish welcome for freed hostages,
August 29, 2000, The Independent, Gaddafi the jungle broker spreads his tentacles from Africa to Asia,
August 29, 2000, AFP, Brave mother of PI hostage awaits daughter's freedom,
August 29, 2000, AFP, PI Muslim extremists claim they kidnapped an American,
August 29, 2000, AP, Libyan welcome for freed hostages, by Bassem Mroue,
August 29, 2000, AP Online, Libyan Welcome for Freed Hostages, by Bassem Mroue, 700+ word,
August 29, 2000, AP Online, Former Hostages To Meet Gadhafi, by Bassem Mroue, 700+ words,
August 29, 2000, AP Online, U.S. Demands Release of American, 596 words,
August 29, 2000, Bernama, Abu Sayyaf: M'sian police have counted possibility, says IGP,
August 29, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Another Hostage Freed by Abu Sayyaf; 18 Left, 700+ words,
August 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, 'Hell Hole', 4 months in a, [Page View]
August 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Abu Sayyaf guerillas will flee to Sabah',
August 29, 2000, The Straits Times / Statesman (India) Libya in PR garb, 640 words Diigo,
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August 30, 2000, BBC News, US demands hostage release,
August 30, 2000, BBC News, Militants threaten to behead hostage,
August 30, 2000, CNN News, Philippine rebels renew threat to kill American hostage,
August 30, 2000, CNN News, Freed Philippines hostages arrive home
August 30, 2000, New York Times, Philippine Muslim Rebels Seize American, by Seth Mydans,
August 30, 2000, International Herald Tribune, The West Should Put a Stop to Hostage Taking, by John K. Cooley,
August 30, 2000, Washington Post, Gadhafi Lauded in Libyan Ceremony for 6 Former Philippine Hostages,
August 30, 2000, Los Angeles Times Wire Reports, U.S. Demands That Rebels Free American,
August 30, 2000, San Francisco Chronicle, Oakland Man held By Philippine Rebels, by Benjamin Pimentel,
August 30, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Rebels threaten to behead hostage, 700+ words,
August 30, 2000, NPR Morning Edition, Interview: John McLean of the BBC, by Renee Montagne,
August 30, 2000, CBS News, U.S. Says Spy Allegation Is 'Ridiculous'
August 30, 2000, Sunday Times (UK) Gaddafi plays absent host at ceremony for hostages,
August 30, 2000, The Independent, Islamic rebels seize American in Philippines, by Richard Lloyd Parry,
August 30, 2000, The Independent, Intl press reaction to the release of hostages held by Muslim insurgents,
August 30, 2000, AP, Hostages recall months in captivity,
August 30, 2000, AP, Former hostages visit Libya,
August 30, 2000, AP, Philippine rebels may kill hostage,
August 30, 2000, AP Online, Philippines To Get Tough On Rebels, by Bullit Marquez, 700+ words,
August 30, 2000 AP Online, Rebels Threaten To Kill American, by Bullit Marquez, 700+ words,
August 30, 2000, AP / Houston Chronicle, Man seized on Philippine isle by rebels,
August 30, 2000, ICT.org, U.S. Citizen taken Hostage by Abu Sayyaf,August 30, 2000, ABS-CBN, US slams door on talks for American's freedom,
August 30, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf Kidnap American, Demand Release of 3 Prisoners;
August 30, 2000, The Manila Times, $6 mil ransom paid by Euro states,
August 30, 2000, The Straits Times, p.2, Kill Him, (Schilling abducted) [Page View]
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August 31, 2000, BBC News, Militants threaten to behead hostage,
August 31, 2000, CNN News, U.S. finds 'possible links' between Philippine kidnappers and bin Laden,
August 31, 2000, CNN News, Philippines considers hostage options; U.S. says captive seriously ill,
August 31, 2000, New York Times, U.S. Demands Philippine Captive Be Freed on Medical Grounds,
August 31, 2000, New York Times, American's Philippine Captors Known for Torture, by Seth Mydans,
August 31, 2000, New York Times, U.S. Rejects Direct Talks With Rebel Group Holding American Tourist,
August 31, 2000, The Washington Post, Rebels Kidnap American; Philippines to Reconsider Ransoms,
August 31, 2000, The Washington Post, Freedom for Sale, 634 words,
August 31, 2000, NPR, US diplomats and law enforcement personnel are in the Philippines to arrange for
August 31, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Rebels threaten to kill hostage, by Bullit Marquez, 431 words,
August 31, 2000, AP, Philippines to get tough on rebels,
August 31, 2000, AP, State Dept rules out US deal,
August 31, 2000, AFP, Libya offers assistance to US over hostage,
August 31, 2000, AFP, Force may have to be used against kidnappers: Singapore paper,
August 31, 2000, AFP, Options wide open to resolve American's kidnapping: Philippine official,
August 31, 2000, AFP, Philippines to be more resolute in "never-ending" hostage crisis,
August 31, 2000, AFP, Philippine negotiator begs off from kidnapped American's case,
August 31, 2000, Manila Bulletin, US Condemns Abu Kidnapping of American; Ready to Negotiate,
August 31, 2000, Filipino Reporter, 3 Malaysian captives freed by captors, 497 words,
August 31, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Rebels seize 17 crew of fishing vessels, 381 words,
August 31, 2000, Filipino Reporter, 'Survivor' validates adage that good guys finish last, by Libertito Pelayo,
August 31, 2000, Filipino Reporter, U.S. hostage offer thumbed down,
August 31, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Time for peace, healing, 592 words
August 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, Schilling is no spy - US Govt,
August 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sayyaf threatens to behead Schilling,
August 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, US slams door on talks for American's freedom,
August 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, 10:28 PM, Schilling and Osani: Love at first chat,
August 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, 7:00 PM, Four slapped life terms for kidnapping Taiwanese traders,
August 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, 6:39 PM, Schilling's wife suffers miscarriage,
August 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, 3:59 PM, American's kidnapping to boil down to ransom -- Mercado,
August 31, 2000, Manila Times, No ransom, says US,
August 31, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Manila under pressure to get tough, [Page View]
August 31, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Rebels holding American have killed before,
August 31, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Libyan help may lead to thaw in relations,
August 31, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Abu Sayyaf kidnaps its fourth bride,
August 31, 2000, The Straits Times, p.51, Mindanao madness,[Page View]
August 31, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Palace now open to military option if..., by Armand N. Nocum, Diigo,
August 31, 2000, BusinessWorld, Washington asks Manila for help on Jolo Hostage, Diigo,
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September 1, 2000, BBC News, Rebels seek $10m for US hostage,
September 1, 2000, CNN, Captors reportedly demand $10 million for release of U.S. hostage in Philippines
September 1, 2000, New York Times, U.S. Demands Philippine Captive Be Freed on Medical Grounds,
September 1, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), US plea to guerrillas, 208 words,
September 1, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Rebels demand $10 million for hostage, 700+ words,
September 1, 2000, Washington Report on Middle East Affairs, Islam and the Middle East in the Far East: Setback in the Philippines, by John Gee, 700+ words,
September 1, 2000 , New Internationalist, Military armed terrorists (Abu Sayyaf)., by Michael Bengwayan,
September 1, 2000, AP, Kidnapped American said ill, by Bullit Marquez,
September 1, 2000, AFP, Mother pleads for release of American held by PI guerrillas,
September 1, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 40 US Military Men Here, but Not for Abu - Mercado, by Aris Ilagan,
September 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, Suspected MILF rebels raze houses in N'Cotabato,
September 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, American's kidnapping to boil down to ransom -- Mercado,
September 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, Schilling's wife suffers miscarriage,
September 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, 6:54 PM, Malacañang denies RP-US offensive vs Abu Sayyaf,
September 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, 3:49 PM, "Goodwill money" for American captive sought,
September 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, 2:00 AM, Schilling kidnapping a con trick?,
September 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, [e-borneo] Malacanang to create council for Schilling's release,
September 1, 2000, Manila Times, 'Kidnapped' man linked to NY blast,
September 1, 2000, Manila Times, Final assault vs Abu set,
September 1, 2000, Statesman (India) Philippine govt hopeful of end to crisis, 528 words,
September 1, 2000, The Straits Times, p.47, Manila vows to end rebels' kidnap saga, [Page View]
September 1, 2000, The Straits Times, p.59, Gang-attack spree sparks security concern in Sabah,
Diigo, September 1, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Schilling sick; release him, US appeals to Abu,
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September 2, 2000, New York Times, World Briefing: Philippines: Rebels Ask U.S. For Ransom,
September 2, 2000, Los Angeles Times, American's Captors Demand $10 Million,
September 2, 2000, CBS News, American Hostage On Hunger Strike,
September 2, 2000, The Cincinnati Post (OH), Hostage Stops Eating, 217 words,
September 2, 2000, The Economist (US), Politics this week.(brief),
September 2, 2000, The Economist (US), The price of paying ransoms,700+ words,
September 2, 2000, AP, Philippine rebels want $10 million, by Komako Akai,
September 2, 2000, AP, American in Philippines on strike, by Komako Akai,
September 2, 2000, AFP, Malacanang denies RP-US offensive vs Abu Sayyaf,
September 2, 2000, AFP, Remaining European hostages likely to be freed next week,
September 2, 2000, Manila Times, Question raised on negotiator: Is he AFP spook?, by Manny Marinay...,
September 2, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf Asks $10 M for Schilling, 700+ words,
September 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, Beer plant in Davao Sur bombed,
September 2, 2000, The Straits Times, p.43, One US hostage worth 10 others, say rebels, [Page View]
Diigo, September 2, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Sayyaf wants $10-M ransom for Schilling, by Donna Cueto and Julie S. Alipala-Inot,
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September 3, 2000, New York Times, Hostage on Hunger Strike,
September 3, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Negotiator Named for U.S. Captive,
September 3, 2000, Albany Times Union (NY), American Begins Hunger Strike, 700+ words,
September 3, 2000, Rocky Mountain News, Gadhafi Plays Role of Hero in Foreign Hostage Drama,
September 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf-Schilling conspiracy possible?,
September 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, American captive's wife had a son with Abu Sayyaf leader,
September 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, Remaining European hostages to be freed next week,
September 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, Almeda noted to be seriously ill,
September 3, 2000, AFP, American hostage an arms dealer: report,
September 3, 2000, AFP, PI negotiator confident of freeing American hostage,
September 3, 2000, AP, PI rebels say American hostage is on hunger strike, needs medicine,
September 3, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Sayyaf stresses political demand in US kidnapping,
September 3, 2000, The Filipino Express, Libya to pay $12M more for hostages, 700+ words,
September 3, 2000, New Straits Times, On flying the national flag, by A. Kadir Jasin, 700+ words,
September 3, 2000, The Straits Times, New fighters flock to join cash-rich rebels, by Luz Baguioro, Diigo,
September 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Rebels repeat threat to kill American, [Page View]
September 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Kidnappings may scare away investments, says US,
September 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.44, Hostage Crisis: Milestones, [Page View]
September 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.44, Freed — but still friends with their kidnappers,
Diigo, September 3, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Schilling told to buy arms, by Arlyn de la Cruz,
Diigo, September 3, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Officers' Assessment: Military option vs Abu Sayyaf is no solution, by Carlito Pablo,
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September 4, 2000, The Columbian (Vancouver), Religion Prompts American's Kidnap, by Komako Akai,
September 4, 2000, Albany Times Union (NY), Abducted American Had Angered Rebels, 313 words,
September 4, 2000, Chicago Tribune, Islamic Quarrel Led To Kidnap, Paper Says,
September 4, 2000, AP, American May Have Argued Way Into Captivity,
September 4, 2000, AP, Report: Kidnappers, victim argued,
September 4, 2000, AFP, American seen free in 2 weeks if Muslim rebels are reasonable,
September 4, 2000, ABS-CBN, Biazon wants background investigation of Schilling,
September 4, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 3 workers rescued from Abu Sayyaf in Sulu,
September 4, 2000, Manila Times, Abu escape route blocked,
September 4, 2000, The Straits Times, p.21, US hostage in arms deal with rebels: Report, [Page View]
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September 5, 2000, International Herald Tribune, Bad Guys Instead of Backpackers, by Don Kirk,
September 5, 2000, AP, Philippines won't heed rebels' demand,
September 5, 2000, AFP, Hostage crisis takes a big bite out of Philippines tourism,
September 5, 2000, The Straits Times, Manila may attempt rescue of US hostage, by Luz Baguioro,
September 5, 2000, Borneo Bulletin, Nonsense, says ex-hostage,
September 5, 2000, The Manila Times, Abu rejects new mediator, by Manny B. Marinay,
September 5, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf Suspect Nabbed, 700+ words,
September 5, 2000, BusinessWorld, True North: The key to successful hostage situations,
September 5, 2000, The Straits Times, p.20, Manila may attempt rescue of US hostage, [Page View]
September 5, 2000, ABS-CBN, Arrested Sabaya kin to face Basilan courts,
September 5, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu wants Danding, Erap in-law as negotiators,
September 5, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A8, Editorial, Crisis without end,
September 5, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 2 killed in explosion in Cotabato benefit dance,
September 5, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abu chief Free my lolo,
September 5, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Gov’t troops take 3 more MILF camps,
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September 6, 2000, BBC News, Jolo hostages 'free on Friday',
September 6, 2000, The Washington Post, World; In Brief, 700+ words,
September 6, 2000, The Seattle Times, Rebels refuse to exchange U.S. hostage in Philippines,
September 6, 2000, AP, Philippine rebels won't swap hostage,
September 6, 2000, AFP, Mother of US held hostage in PI breaks silence,
September 6, 2000, AFP, American hostage "caged" by Muslim rebels,
September 6, 2000, Reuters, Libya envoy to arrive, more Jolo hostages seen free,
September 6, 2000, ABS-CBN, Libyan renew offer to help in American release,
September 6, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf rejects swap offer for Schilling,
September 6, 2001, Filipino Reporter, General denies letting Abu Sayyaf bandits flee,
September 6, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Gov't rejects Sayyaf demands, 406 words,
September 6, 2000, Business Times, Convention, expo to determine direction of German investment,
September 6, 2000, BusinessWorld, Advocacy: Who wants intervention?, 700+ words
September 6, 2000, BusinessWorld, Fast Forward: Schilling us softly,
September 6, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, Rebel (movie) star, (Abu Sabaya) [Page View]
September 6, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, Tourism takes a beating,
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September 7, 2000, BBC News, Kidnapping becomes growth industry,
September 7, 2000, BBC News, Jolo hostage release 'imminent',
September 7, 2000, Orlando Sentinel, Muslims To Free Hostages,
September 7, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Hostages' Release Seen This Week, 700+ words,
September 7, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Bishop De la Cruz threatened, 405 words,
September 7, 2000, Filipino Reporter, U.S. tells Abu: No ransom for American, by Libertito Pelayo,
September 7, 2000, Filipino Reporter, The Millennium Summit and Estrada's message, 582 words
September 7, 2000, AP / The Columbian, Muslim Rebels Plan to Free Six Europeans, by Jim Gomez,
September 7, 2000, AFP, Hostage releases delayed by Philippine kidnappers feud,
September 7, 2000, AP, Muslim rebels get immunity for talks,
September 7, 2000, AP, Philippines rebels plan release,
September 7, 2000, ABS-CBN, Kidnapped Cotabato doctor released by bandits,
September 7, 2000, Manila Times, European hostages freed Friday, says Aventajado,
September 7, 2000, BusinessWorld, Libya to release $8M-$11M for Mindanao local gov't units,
September 7, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, American hostage held in a wooden pen, [Page View]
September 7, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Jealousy seen in abduction,
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September 8, 2000, BBC News, Jolo hostage release 'imminent',
September 8, 2000, Orlando Sentinel, Rebels May Detain Hostages,
September 8, 2000, AP, Philippine hostage release delayed,
September 8, 2000, AP, Snags threaten Philippine hostages,
September 8, 2000, AFP, US hostage sent camera to prove he is held in camp
September 8, 2000, ABS-CBN, No release of Sulu hostages today,
September 8, 2000, Manila Times, Negotiators see hostages freed today, save for last-minute hitches,
September 8, 2000, BusinessWorld, Estino told not to leave country, (Sulu vice-governor Munib S. Estino)
September 8, 2000, The Straits Times, p.35, US hostage sent camera to prove he is held in camp,
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September 9, 2000, BBC News, Foreign hostages freed in Philippines,
September 9, 2000, BBC News, Timeline: The Jolo hostage drama,
September 9, 2000, CNN News, Philippine extremists free four Western hostages,
September 9, 2000, CNN News, Hostages freed from Philippines flown to safety,
September 9, 2000, ABC News, Muslim Rebels Release 4 Hostages,
September 9, 2000, Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Muslim Rebels Release 4 European Hostages, 521 words,
September 9, 2000, AP, Muslim rebels release four hostages,
September 9, 2000, AP, Muslim rebels won't free hostages,
September 9, 2000, AFP, PI Muslim rebels want to free only three Europeans: Negotiator,
September 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, More senators urged Aventajado to step down as negotiator,
September 9, 2000, Manila Times, Non-interference Manila's potent weapon vs Sayyaf's foreign coddlers,
September 9, 2000, The Straits Times, p.43, Abu Sayyaf scraps deal to free 6 hostages, [Page View]
September 9, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, No hostages released, by Julie Alipala-Inot, Diigo,
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Sept. 10, armed bandits raid the Malaysian resort Pulau Pandanan, taking 3 hostage.

September 10, 2000, BBC News, Kidnappers' rift holds up Jolo releases,
September 10, 2000, Sunday Business (London), Hostages released, 700+ words,
September 10, 2000, The Independent, Filipino rebels free hostages, by Ruben Alabastro in Jolo,
September 10, 2000, Sunday Herald, Philippines hostages released but ambush leaves one bodyguard dead,
September 10, 2000, The Observer (UK) Hostages freed after $4m ransom convoy ambush,
September 10, 2000, Sydney Morning Herald, Freed hostages brand captors 'bandits',
September 10, 2000, New York Times, Philippine Rebels Free Last of Vacationing Westerners,
September 10, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Ex-Captives Bemoan Plight of Others Held by Rebels,
September 10, 2000, Albany Times Union (NY), Philippine Rebels Free European Hostages, 673 words,
September 10, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Muslim rebels free four hostages in Philippines, 241 words,
September 10, 2000, The Charleston Gazette (WV), Today's News, 607 words,
September 10, 2000, Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, Four hostages regain freedom from hands of Muslim
September 10, 2000, AP / The Columbian, Four Hostages Fly To Freedom, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
September 10, 2000, AP, Ordeal of hostages ends, humiliation of Philippines continues,
September 10, 2000, AP, Philippine rebels free four hostages
September 10, 2000, AFP, Dozen killed in fighting Muslim extremist kidnappers,
September 10, 2000, AFP, Philippine prayer warriors stranded on hostage island,
September 10, 2000, AFP, Negotiators contact kidnappers over French journalists,
September 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf getting armaments from military?,
September 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Freed Europeans leave for Tripoli,
September 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Two DPWH officials kidnapped in Sarangani,
September 10, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf Releases Last 4 Europeans, by Nonoy E. Lacson,
September 10, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Those left behind, [Page View]
September 10, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Abu Sayyaf frees four hostages,
September 10, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abu ambushes Abu: 3 killed, 25 wounded, Diigo,
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September 11, 2000, BBC News, Rebels take new hostages to Jolo,
September 11, 2000, BBC News, Philippines hostages 'raped',
September 11, 2000, BBC News, Ransoms 'fuelled' Philippine kidnaps,
September 11, 2000, BBC News, Three kidnapped in Malaysia,
September 11, 2000, BBC News, Released hostages head for Libya [or "Freed hostages head for Libya"]
September 11, 2000, The Birmingham Post, Stand-off over last hostages, 456 words,
September 11, 2000, CBS News, Ex-Hostages Arrive In Tripoli,
September 11, 2000, AP / The Columbian, Philippine Hostage Takers Warn of Danger From Clash,
September 11, 2000, ABC News, Freed Finn Says Rebels Raped Female Hostages,
September 11, 2000, Time Magazine, World Watch, Zamboanga,
September 11, 2000, Time Magazine, Bungles in the Jungle, by Nisid Hajari,
September 11, 2000, AFP, M'sia's worse fear comes true as kidnappers strike Sabah again,
September 11, 2000, AFP, Three missing after gang attacks M'sian diving resort Pandanan,
September 11, 2000, AFP, American hostage seek Libya's help, denies being CIA agent,
September 11, 2000, AFP, Freed European hostages in PI leave for Libya on way home,
September 11, 2000, AP, Rebels: Too dangerous for talks,
September 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, Infighting at Abu lair blocks release of 2 Frenchmen,
September 11, 2000, The Star, [Malaysia] Abducted Malaysians spotted at Abu Sayyaf hideout on Jolo,
September 11, 2000, Bernama, Abdullah confirmed 3 M'sians kidnapped at Pulau Pandanan,
September 11, 2000, Manila Bulletin, More Feared Killed in Abu Sayyaf Clash, 700+ words,
September 11, 2000, Manila Times, Abu friction delays hostages' release,
September 11, 2000, BusinessWorld, Rebel infighting delays release of remaining French hostages,
September 11, 2000, BusinessWorld, Commentary: Economic terrorism?, 700+ words
September 11, 2000, The Straits Times, p.1, Divine free, after 140 days a captive, [Page View]
September 11, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Estrada loses war and face to wily rebels, [Page View]
September 11, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, 'What a Relief!"
September 11, 2000, The Straits Times, p.25, Dragon, tireless peace fighter, [Page View]
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September 12, 2000, BBC News, Libya hands over Jolo hostages,
September 12, 2000, BBC News, Malaysia to shoot kidnap suspects,
September 12, 2000, BBC News, Timeline: The Jolo hostage drama,
September 12, 2000, The Independent (UK) Philippine rebels 'raped women hostages',
September 12, 2000, International Herald Tribune, Abduction Threatens Asia Tourism, by Thomas Fuller,
September 12, 2000, The Seattle Times, Freed hostage says rebels raped some captives,
September 12, 2000, Associated Press, 4 Freed Hostages Reach Libya; Captors Are Accused of Rape,
September 12, 2000, AP, Hostage takers accused of rape,
September 12, 2000, AP, Freed hostage says rebels raped women; Libya ransoms four captives in Philip...
September 12, 2000, AP Online, Freed Hostages Thank Libya for Help, by Sarah El Deeb,
September 12, 2000, AFP, Gunmen ferry new M'sian captives into Southern Philippines,
September 12, 2000, AFP, Philippines in new crisis after fresh cross-border kidnapping,
September 12, 2000, AFP, Abu Sayyaf gunmen abduct 3 M'sians from resort: Police,
September 12, 2000, AFP, Finnish hostage retracts claim women were "raped" in Philippines,
September 12, 2000, ICT.org, Abu Sayyaf Abducts Three from Malaysian Resort,September 12, 2000, Asia1, Women were raped - says released Finn,
September 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, Three M'sian hostages now in Jolo,
September 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, Freed Abu hostage reveals rape of women captives,
September 12, 2000, New Sabah Times, Second Abduction,
September 12, 2000, Bernama, Abducted resort manager speaks too soon of Pandanan's safety,
September 12, 2000, Manila Times, Schilling fate up to Manila, says embassy,
September 12, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 3 Malaysians Kidnaped from Sabah Resort, by Aris Ilagan,
September 12, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Free Other Hostages--Estrada, 700+ words,
September 12, 2000, New Straits Times, Three Malaysians kidnapped, by Tony Emmanuel, Jaswinder Kaur,
September 12, 2000, New Straits Times, Nair family nightmare, by Jaswinder Kaur, 676 words,
September 12, 2000, The Malay Mail, Hostages in-law, by Joseph Bingkasan, 568 words,
September 12, 2000, The Malay Mail, Lured by high ransom, by Tony Emmanuel, 366 words,
September 12, 2000, The Malay Mail, Former captives don't want to play hero, by Eddie Chua,
September 12, 2000, Business Times (Malaysia) Form security team, resort operators told, 700+ words,
September 12, 2000, BusinessWorld, True North: Erap in New York, 700+ words
September 12, 2000, BusinessWorld, Abu Sayyaf strikes again Malaysians kidnapped anew, Diigo, September 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.3, 4 foreigners abduct 3 from resort off Sabah, [Page View]
September 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Oh no! Not again, [Page View]
September 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Manila orders southern Philippines to be sealed off,
September 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.31, Filipino hostages forgotten, says senator, [Page View]
September 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.31, I saved her from rape,
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September 13, 2000, The Boston Globe, Use of Force Weighed After New Kidnappings,
September 13, 2000, Intl. Herald Tribune, Philippines Is Weighing Assault on Kidnappers; Thomas Fuller,
September 13, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Marines on standby for invasion of rebel island,
September 13, 2000, AP Online, Philippines Delays Rebel Actions, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
September 13, 2000, AP Online, Army Action Against Rebels Delayed, by Jim Gomez, 667 words,
September 13, 2000, AP, Freed hostages thank Libya for help, by Sarah El Deeb,
September 13, 2000, AFP, Philippine kidnappers say prepared for showdown with military,
September 13, 2000, AFP, M'sian government under fire over latest island kidnapping,
September 13, 2000, AFP, American hostage ill, could die: Filipino kidnappers,
September 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf's arms-buying spree continues,
September 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, Schilling not beheaded, "grand scheme" bared,
September 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, New Malaysian hostages now in Jolo,
September 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, "Women not raped" says freed Abu hostage,
September 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, 300 MILF rebels surrender en masse in Lanao del Sur,
September 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF's Salamat et al, face new charges,
September 13, 2000, Bernama, Military action should take into account hostages safety,
September 13, 2000, Bernama, Beef up security in resort islands immediately: Osu,
September 13, 2000, Manila Times, Assault on Abu lair set, by Joel San Juan, Mirasol Ng-Gadil,
September 13, 2000, New Straits Times, One more family relives nightmare of hostage crisis, 486 words,
September 13, 2000, New Straits Times, A case of terror unlimited?, 700+ words,
September 13, 2000, New Straits Times, Hostages held in Jolo (HL), 700+ words,
September 13, 2000, BusinessWorld, Irked gov't mulls military assault, 700+ words,
September 13, 2000, BusinessWorld, US, RP affirm joint moves to check terrorism, 700+ words
September 13, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, Assault threat looms over Abu Sayyaf, [Page View]
September 13, 2000, The Straits Times, p.32, New fighters flock to join cash-rich rebels, [Page View]
September 13, 2000, The Straits Times, p.33, Help came too late for the hostages, [Page View]
September 13, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, Abu Sayyaf raped some of them, says freed hostage,
September 13, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, US hostage denies being CIA agent,
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A1, Final option readied; Estrada orders Mercado, Lacson to rush home, deal with crisis, by Armand N. Nocum, [cont. page A21]
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A1, Finn: Robot raped women hostages, [cont. page A20]
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A1, Pandanan captives brought to Jolo, [cont. page A19]
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A1, Kidnapping 'a shame to Malaysia', [cont. page A19]
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A20, Cash-rich Abu drawing young and old, even girls, by Carlito Pablo,
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A20, Sulu kidnappers need human shield,
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A8,Editorial, Powerless...But euphoric,
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A8, Opinion, We taught our people that kidnapping pays, by Neal H. Cruz,
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A9, Opinion, Estrada's flagship project: Libyan development aid, by Rigoberto Tiglao,
September 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, page A20, Pandanan raiders seek 'joint venture' with Sabaya group, by Alexander Young,
September 13, 2000, BusinessWorld, 'The options are really getting limited' Irked gov't mulls military assault, by Leotes Marie T. Lugo, Diigo, ______________________________________________________________________________
September 14, 2000, CNN News, Muslim rebels threaten attacks on southern Philippine towns,
September 14, 2000, Sydney Morning Herald, Manila's anger grows as kidnappers strike once again,
September 14, 2000, AP Online, Philippines Rebels Threaten Attacks, by Jim Gomez, 700+ words,
September 14, 2000, AP, Philippines delays rebel actions,
September 14, 2000, AFP, Filipino Muslim gunmen strike ransom pact for kidnapped M'sians,
September 14, 2000, AFP, Philippine rebels threaten to massacre hostages,
September 14, 2000, Filipino Reporter, All Systems Go: Remaining hostages to be freed today, 606 words,
September 14, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Chronology of hostage crisis, 429 words,
September 14, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Gov't without a national security law, by Cecilio T. Arillo,
September 14, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Send in Ping Lacson backed by U.S. logistics, Federico Pascual,
September 14, 2000, Filipino Reporter, 2 guerrillas caught with 2 bags of $100 bills freed, 559 words
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Troops massing in South, Carlito Pablo, Armand N. Nocum,
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Estrada opts for negotiations as call for final option mounts,
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abu to kill Schilling if attacked, by Julie Alipala-Inot...,
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer,, Joy in Paris, Hanover, Helsinki,
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, RP wrong, say world experts on terrorism,
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Ex-general: Rescue may prove costly,
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Kidnapping casts pall over Malaysia's tourist industry,
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, RP protests Finn envoy's remarks, by Dona Pazzibugan.
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Op-Ed, A hostage too far, by Jerry Barican,
September 14, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 297 MILF rebels surrender to AFP, by Froilan Gallardo,
September 14, 2000, The Star, [Malaysia] Abu Sayyaf gunmen in row over share of ransom,
September 14, 2000, New Straits Times, NSC's Ops Centre a hive of activity once again, Tony Emmanuel,
September 14, 2000, New Straits Times, Military option put on hold, by Manuel Mogato,
September 14, 2000, New Straits Times, Kidnappings will affect industry, says Masing, 348 words,
September 14, 2000, New Straits Times, Philippines told to consider safety of Malaysians,
September 14, 2000, Bernama, Soldiers to be stationed on Sabah islands, says Najib,
September 14, 2000, ABS-CBN, Malaysian hostages up for bidding?,
September 14, 2000, ABS-CBN, M'sians hostages up for bidding?,
September 14, 2000, ABS-CBN, All options open in hostage crisis - Malacanang,
September 14, 2000, The Manila Times, Robot wins kidnap 'auction' and custody of 3 M'sians, Manny Marinay,
September 14, 2000, The Straits Times, p.2, Time to Act. [Page View]
September 14, 2000, The Straits Times, p.22, Manila considers assault on rebels, [Page View]
September 14, 2000, The Straits Times, p.22, Millions spent to push tourism now 'wasted', [Page View]
September 14, 2000, The Straits Times, p.22, Cash-rich guerillas drawing girls, old folk,
September 14, 2000, The Philippine Star, US troops may be tapped vs Sayyaf, by Paolo Romero and Romel Bagares, Diigo,________________________________________________________________________________
September 15, 2000, BBC News, Malaysia to shoot kidnap suspects,
September 15, 2000, CNN News, Philippine military attacks rebels holding 19 hostages,
September 15, 2000, CNN News, U.S. offers counter-terror training to Philippines,
September 15, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Philippine rebels may free 2 hostages, 700+ words,
September 15, 2000, AFP, US backs negotiations, not military action, to free hostages: Cohen,
September 15, 2000, AFP, Military build-up on PI hostage island,
September 15, 2000, AFP, M'sia to shoot intruders after second kidnap incident,
September 15, 2000, Bernama, DPM: Shoot order will not draw criticism,
September 15, 2000, Bernama, No contact yet with kidnappers of three M'sians,
September 15, 2000, Bernama, M'sia contact friends in PI over hostages,
September 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, French journalists to be released within 24 hours,
September 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, US discourages military action in Sulu for now,
September 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu threatens attack on Mindanao key cities,
September 15, 2000, Manila Times, Abu sets urban attacks, by Manny Marinay, Charmaine Deogracias...,
September 15, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Estrada Urges Sobriety in Sayyaf Hostage Case, 700+ words,
September 15, 2000, New Straits Times, Scuba enthusiasts not deterred by abductions on Pulau Pandana,
September 15, 2000, New Straits Times, Rebels threaten to attack if army launches raid, Manuel Mogato,
September 15, 2000, New Straits Times, Call to create security corridor at border, 366 words,
September 15, 2000. New Straits Times, Threat to sovereignty, by M. Jeffri Razali, 693 words,
September 15, 2000, New Straits Times, Sauk heist an eye-opener, by M. Jeffri Razali, 700+ words,
September 15, 2000, New Straits Times, Latest kidnappings cast shadow over Merdeka celebrations,
September 15, 2000, BusinessWorld, Cohen to tackle Schilling?, 408 words
September 15, 2000, BusinessWorld, Palace cool to joint patrol, sees release of foreigners,
September 15, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Guerillas threaten massacre if attacked, [Page View]
September 15, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Abu Sayyaf rebels burying loot in jungles,
September 15, 2000, The Straits Times, p.32, Estrada now seeks closer military ties with US, [Page View]
September 15, 2000, The Straits Times, p.32, Manila readies troops to free Jolo hostages,
September 15, 2000, The Straits Times, p.32, Call to crush rebels using military force,
September 15, 2000, The Straits Times, p.40, Picking capitalist symbols as targets, [Page View]
September 15, 2000, The Philippine Star / AP, Gov't considering news blackout on hostage crisis, Diigo, ________________________________________________________________________________
September 16, 2000, BBC News, Battle rages in Jolo jungle,
September 16, 2000, BBC News, Former hostages sickened by offensive,
September 16, 2000, BBC News, Jolo rebels 'seek talks',
September 16, 2000, CNN News, Fighting enters second day in Philippines, no word on hostages
September 16, 2000, CNN News, Scores said to be killed in Philippine assault on extremists,
September 16, 2000, New York Times, Hostage Stalemate Brings Philippine Raid,
September 16, 2000, International Herald Tribune, U.S. Offers Manila Help on Terrorism, by Thomas Fuller,
September 16, 2000, Albany Times Union (NY), Troops Hit Rebels in Philippines, 393 words,
September 16, 2000, The Cincinnati Post (OH), Military Attacks Filipino Rebels, 310 words,
September 16, 2000, Washington Post, Philippines Strikes at Rebel Bases; Military Attacks Island,
September 16, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Rebels attacked by military Philippines attempts rescue of 19,
September 16, 2000, The Charleston Gazette (WV), National briefs, 700+ words,
September 16, 2000, AP / The Columbian, Philippine Forces Try to Rescue Hostages, by Pat Roque,
September 16, 2000, Associated Press, Philippine Forces Pound Muslim Rebels
September 16, 2000, Birmingham Evening Mail (England), Massive attack in bid to save hostages,
September 16, 2000, ICT.org, Philippines Military Assault on Abu Sayyaf,September 16, 2000, Inter Press Service, Libya: Kidnap Drama Leads to Entente with Libya, 700+ words,
September 16, 2000, New Straits Times, Hopes of quick release dashed, by Tony Emmanuel and Manuel Mogato,
September 16, 2000, New Straits Times, Sovereignty must be maintained, 700+ words,
September 16, 2000, New Straits Times, Tycoon Lee is expected to be emissary once again, 462 words,
September 16, 2000, New Straits Times, Shoot order 'justified', by Said Ramlan and Abu Baker Zubaidah,
September 16, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, Erap orders military drive vs Abu Sayyaf,
September 16, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada declares war on Abu Sayyaf,
September 16, 2000, AP, Philippine military attacks rebels, by Pat Roque,
September 16, 2000, AFP, Philippines moves hundreds of soldiers to hostage islands,
September 16, 2000, AFP, Philippine rebels seek halt to military assault, new talks,
September 16, 2000, AFP, Philippine hostage rescue operation to be brief: official,
September 16, 2000, AFP, No hostage casualties so far in Philippine military rescue: official,
September 16, 2000, AFP, Philippine troops close in on hostage areas,
September 16, 2000, AFP, Estrada takes "popular" way out of Philippines hostage crisis,
September 16, 2000, AFP, Scores believed killed, wounded in hostage rescue bid,
September 16, 2000, AFP, Hostage island cut off as military attacks kidnappers,
September 16, 2000, AFP, List of captives in Philippine hostage crisis,
September 16 , 2000, Bernama, Battalion deployed for island's safety,
September 16, 2000, Reuters, Philippines attacks Jolo rebels, many casualties,
September 16, 2000, ABS-CBN, US denies role in ongoing military assault on Abu lair,
September 16, 2000, New Sabah Times, Abductions a national threat: Dompok, Ayu Sulaiman, Jacky Lim,
September 16, 2000, The Manila Times, Rape victims urged to sue Abu bandits, by Rene S. Custodio,
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9/17, Philippine Armed Forces launches a full scale assault-rescue operation just before dawn

September 17, 2000, BBC News, France criticises Jolo raid,
September 17, 2000, BBC News, Jolo rebels pounded for second day,
September 17, 2000, BBC News, Jolo hostages still 'missing',
September 17, 2000, CNN News, Philippine military says extremists fleeing under heavy fire,
September 17, 2000, NPR, Interview: Clay Chandler of The Washington Post, hosted by Jacki Lyden,
September 17, 2000, The Washington Post, Philippine Forces Continue All-Out Attack on Rebels;
September 17, 2000, Houston Chronicle, Hostages' fate uncertain in Philippines; Troops continue attacks,
September 17, 2000, AP / The Columbian, Philippine Troops Chase Fleeing Rebels, by Pat Roque,
September 17, 2000, AP, Rebels under attack; Philippine forces attempt to free 19 held hostage,
September 17, 2000, AP, Philippine troops pursue rebels,
September 17, 2000, AFP, End seems near for Abu Sayyaf Muslim kidnappers in the Philippines,
September 17, 2000, AFP, 70 Abu Sayyaf gunmen bolt after slipping Philippine naval blockade,
September 17, 2000, AFP, Four guerrillas slain in Philippines hostage rescue bid,
September 17, 2000, AFP, French journalists held in Philippines "safe and sound": report,
September 17, 2000, AFP, Negotiators walk out on 'walk-in' captives in Philippines,
September 17, 2000, AFP, Philippines hostage rescue slowed by cat-and-mouse games,
September 17, 2000, AFP, Only "higher authorities" can pursue kidnappers truce offer: military,
September 17, 2000, AFP, All hostages alive: Philippines military,
September 17, 2000, AFP, Six rebels slain in Philippines rescue bid: government,
September 17, 2000, AFP, Four civilians in hospital on Philippine hostage island: mayor,
September 17, 2000, Bernama, Three Malaysian Hostages in Jolo Safe, Says Najib,
September 17, 2000, Reuters, Philippines Says Rebels on Run; Hostages Alive,
September 17, 2000, Reuters, Philippines says Jolo assault may last a week,
September 17, 2000, Albany Times Union (NY), Philippine Military Attacks Rebels Holding Hostages,
September 17, 2000, Los Angeles Times, 18 Held in Philippine Troop Invasion, by David Lamb,
September 17, 2000, Scotland on Sunday (Edinburgh) Philippines hostage fears, by Ciaran Byrne,
September 17, 2000, Scotland on Sunday (Edinburgh), Bloody end in store for hostages, Ciaran Byrne,
September 17, 2000, Sunday Business (London), Filipino Troops Raid Hostage Island, 700+ words,
September 17, 2000, Scotland on Sunday (Edinburgh) Islamic group trying to start religious war,
September 17, 2000, The Independent, Filipino forces attack hostage rebels, by Alexander Young,
September 17, 2000, New Straits Times, Government worried over captives' fate, by Tony Emmanuel...,
September 17, 2000, New Straits Times, Mindanao adviser confident Malaysian captives safe, 452 words,
September 17, 2000, New Straits Times, Jolo assault takes place 146 days after Sipadan incident,
September 17, 2000, New Straits Times, Rapport needed to curb piracy, by Ahmad Zainon, 700+ words,
September 17, 2000, New Straits Times, Mindanao adviser confident Malaysian captives safe, 452 words,
September 17, 2000, New Straits Times, Assault on rebel base (HL), Manuel Mogato, in Manila,
September 17, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Erap Orders Military Drive vs Abu Sayyaf; 18 Rebels Nabbed;
September 17, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Nation Signs UN Accord Banning Child Soldiers, 700+ words,
September 17, 2000, New Sabah Times, No assurance from P'pines: DPM,
September 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Families of 3 M'sian hostages appeal for stop on military attacks,
September 17, 2000, Manila Times, Hell breaks loose in Jolo,
September 17, 2000, The Sunday Star, The week: Hit Again (Sept. 12) Compiled by K.S. Usha Devi,
September 17, 2000, The Sunday Star, From rag-tag gang to warlords,
September 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.2, Abu Sayyaf stronghold under siege, [Page View]
September 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Soldiers move in, [Page View]
September 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Abaya leads the charge on Muslim rebels,
September 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.31, Manila's all-out attack on rebel bases, [Page View]
September 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.31, France: Philippine envoy summoned,
September 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.32, Estrada out to save image, [Page View]
September 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.32, President says marriage is in trouble,
September 17, 2000, The Straits Times, p.33, Tourists still coming, [Page View]
September 17, 2000, The Star, [Malaysia] Ex-emissary: Abu Sayyaf leader ready for assault,
September 17, 2000, The Star, [Malaysia] Govts told about military plans, says Philippines,
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September 18, 2000, BBC News, Philippines admits civilian deaths,
September 18, 2000, BBC News, Philippines defends Jolo offensive,
September 18, 2000, BBC News, Estrada the man of action,
September 18, 2000, CNN News, Philippine military says extremists fleeing under heavy fire,
September 18, 2000, Time Magazine, An American Caught in a Philippines Nightmare, by Tony Karon,
September 18, 2000, New York Times, No Sign That Hostages Are Hurt, General Says, by Thomas Fuller,
September 18, 2000, International Herald Tribune, Helicopters and Bombers Pursue Philippine Rebels,
September 18, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Philippine military drives rebels to retreat, by Clay Chandler,
September 18, 2000, The Washington Post, Philippine Attack Fails to Free Hostages; by Clay Chandler,
September 18, 2000, The Cincinnati Post (OH), Villagers Flee Fighting, 254 words,
September 18, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Rebels Flee Into Jungle as Army Sweeps Island,
September 18, 2000, AP / The Charleston Gazette, No sign of hostages in Philippines:
September 18, 2000, The Associated Press, Filipino pounding of Muslim rebels continues, by Jim Gomez,
September 18, 2000, Sydney Morning Herald, Civilians die in mass attack on kidnap gang,
September 18, 2000, The Sunday Times, Hostages feared dead as Manila hits rebels,
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September 18, 2000, Irish Times, Philippine attack on rebel base fuels fury in Paris,
September 18, 2000, AP, Philippine rebels holding hostages,
September 18, 2000, AFP, Paris insists hostages safety must remain priority for Manila,
September 18, 2000, AFP, Unease grows as PI troops fail to rescue any hostages,
September 18, 2000, AFP, Hostages in Philippines must endure hell of military offensive,
September 18, 2000, AFP, Manila admits first civilian deaths as army assault enters third day,
September 18, 2000, AFP, Rival Philippine Muslim group vows not to help Abu Sayyaf rebels,
September 18, 2000, AFP, Philippines rejects ceasefire with hostage-takers,
September 18, 2000, AFP, Philippines hostage rescue could take months: ex-general,
September 18, 2000, AFP, Military cordon hinders evacuations on Philippine hostage island,
September 18, 2000, Reuters, Manila Says Civilians Killed in Jolo Assault,
September 18, 2000, The Independent, France condemns Philippine assault on rebels, by Lloyd Rundle,
September 18, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Mystery of the Jolo Captives, by Simon Hargreaves,
September 18, 2000, New Straits Times, 'All 22 hostages alive', by Jonistan Bangkuai and Manuel Mogato,
September 18, 2000, New Straits Times, Rapport needed to curb piracy, 700+ words,
September 18, 2000, New Straits Times, 'Scrutinise foreigners to weed out spies', 324 words,
September 18, 2000, New Straits Times, Families fear for the safety of their loved ones, 526 words,
September 18, 2000, New Straits Times, Assault on rebel base,
September 18, 2000, BusinessWorld, Hostages 'still alive'; Erap: Finish Sayyaf (Day 2 of military assault)
September 18, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Villar, Drilon Back Sulu Campaign, 700+ words,
September 18, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Erap Goes to Zamboanga, Leads Drive vs Abu Sayyaf,
September 18, 2000, Manila Bulletin, AFP Says 6 Abu Rebels Killed; Hostages Alive, 700+ words,
September 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu assaults draw mixed reactions,
September 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Three Abu Sayyaf camps fall in Sulu siege,
September 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF distances from Abu Sayyaf group,
September 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada rejects ceasefire offer of Abu Sayyaf,
September 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Germany, France protest RP military offensive,
September 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Philippines defends Jolo offensive,
September 18, 2000, The Star, [Malaysia] Rebels moving hostages around as military assault continues,
September 18, 2000, Bernama, Khalil says M'sia won't meddle in rescue of hostages,
September 18, 2000, Bernama, Hostages' families appeal for end to military assault,
September 18, 2000, Bernama, No report of Abu Sayyaf members fleeing to Sabah, says Najib,
September 18, 2000, Manila Times, Exterminate Abus - Erap,
September 18, 2000, The Straits Times, p.1, Six rebels are dead, says Manila, [Page View]
September 18, 2000, The Straits Times, p.32, Boost for Estrada's 'action man' image, [Page View]
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September 19, 2000, CNN News, Philippine official says some hostages spotted,
September 19, 2000, BBC News, Navy to rescue Jolo civilians,
September 19, 2000, BBC News, Jolo hostages 'sighted',
September 19, 2000, BBC News, Two French journalists rescued in Philippines,
September 19, 2000, BBC News, Ferry blast near Jolo,
September 19, 2000, BBC News, Jolo operation: Tactics and equipment,
September 19, 2000, International Herald Tribune, 60-Hour Push By Military Fails to Find Jolo Captives,
September 19, 2000, International Herald Tribune, Manila Risks a Quagmire Attack Underscores Christian-Muslim..
September 19, 2000, Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Troops Reportedly See Hostages in Jungle, 552 words,
September 19, 2000, CBC, Philippines hostages reported alive as rescue proceeds,
September 19, 2000, AP, Philippine troops pursue rebels, by Jim Gomez,
September 19, 2000, AFP, Estrada rejects Chirac 'interference' in PI hostage rescue,
September 19, 2000, AFP, Some hostages seen since PI military assault: official,
September 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, Germany, France protest RP military offensive,
September 19, 2000, Bernama, M'sia hope hostages not harmed in army strike: PM,
September 19, 2000, Manila Times, US, France gave reports on Abu lairs, by Manny B. Marinay,
September 19, 2000, New Straits Times, KL won't interfere with Manila offensive, 467 words,
September 19, 2000, New Straits Times, State to continue with tourism promotion plans, 491 words,
September 19, 2000, New Straits Times, Worry over hostages' fate, by Joniston Bangkuai, 669 words,
September 19, 2000, New Straits Times, State to continue with tourism promotion plans, 491 words,
September 19, 2000, New Straits Times, Ensure safety of hostages, 700+ words,
September 19, 2000, New Straits Times, Jolo assault stepped up (HL), M. Jeffri Razali, 700+ words,
September 19, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 12 NPA suspects arrested in QC., by Aris R. Ilagan, 474 words,
September 19, 2000, Manila Bulletin, MILF Vows It Won't Help Abu Sayyaf, 700+ words,
September 19, 2000, Jakarta Post, Ending bombings lies with police, 700+ words
September 19, 2000, BusinessWorld, No ceasefire in sight,
September 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, Malaysian forces on alert For Jolo rebels, [Page View]
September 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Filipinos query army failure to find hostages, [Page View]
September 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, US commandos may be helping in tne operation,
September 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Four hostages seen alive,
September 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Medical teams on standby,
September 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.48, Right move by Estrada, [Page View]
September 19, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Attack draws more int'l, local support, Diigo,
September 19, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, MILF staying clear of offensive vs Abu, Diigo,
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September 20, 2000, BBC News, Hostages recount Philippines escape,
September 20, 2000, BBC News, Jolo escape boosts military morale,
September 20, 2000, ABC News, French Journalists Escape Rebel Captors in Philippines,
September 20, 2000, CBS News, Hope For Philippines Hostages,
September 20, 2000, CNN News, Two French journalists held by Philippine rebels are rescued,
September 20, 2000, NPR, Profile: French journalists escape Philippine rebel captors, by Bob Edwards,
September 20, 2000, New York Times, Officials Puzzle Over American's Behavior, by Thomas Fuller,
September 20, 2000, International Herald Tribune, Hostages' Fate Unclear As Filipinos Hit Rebels, Thomas Fuller,
September 20, 2000, Washington Post, Philippine President Announces Release of French Hostages,
September 20, 2000, The Boston Globe, Philippines Recovers 2 Hostages, by Indira A.R. Lakshmanan,
September 20, 2000, The Boston Globe, Philippines Steps Up Attack on Band of Muslim Rebels,
September 20, 2000, The Christian Science Monitor, Strikes by Philippines leader win resounding support,
September 20, 2000, The Cincinnati Post (OH), Hostages Escape, 234 words,
September 20, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Troops still fight to free captives in Philippines, by Jim Gomez,
September 20, 2000, L.A. Times, Islamic Pursuits Put American in Rebel Hands, by David Lamb,
September 20, 2000, The Independent, Comment in the Philippine press on the military offensive launched... 
September 20, 2000, The Independent, German agents 'in Philippine hostage bungle', by Imre Karacs,
September 20, 2000, AP, Philippine hostage sighting reported,
September 20, 2000, AFP, Estrada vows to pursue Abu Sayyaf,
September 20, 2000, AFP, French hostages say they escaped from Abu Sayyaf,
September 20, 2000, ABS-CBN, Two French journalists head home,
September 20 2000, ABS-CBN, "Pulverize Abu Sayyaf" -- Estrada told AFP,
September 20, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf blamed for Zambo ferry blast,
September 20, 2000, ABS-CBN, 2 French journalists freed,
September 20, 2000, BusinessWorld, Erap: Hostages' release condition for suspension of military assault,
September 20, 2000, Bernama, M'sian soldiers already stationed on seven Sabah islands,
September 20, 2000, The Manila Times, Estrada restates conditions for new Abu talks,
September 20, 2000, Manila Bulletin, First Free All Hostages, Then We Can Talk, Erap Tells Abu Sayyaf...
September 20, 2000, New Straits Times, Dr Mahathir: Manila urged to ensure hostages' safety in army...
September 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.38, Hopes remain high for Jolo hostages, [Page View]
September 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.38, We will not intervene, says Mahathir of assault,
September 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.38, Grocer abducted, third this week in Mindanao,
September 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.66, Firepower won't quell Mindanao unrest, [Page View]
September 20, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Sayyaf escape possible with Sulu's 157 islets, by Carolyn Arguillas, Diigo, _________________________________________________________________________________
September 21, 2000, BBC News, Jolo hostage makes appeal,
September 21, 2000, BBC News, Fears for Jolo civilians,
September 21, 2000, CNN News, U.S. hostage calls for cease-fire in southern Philippines
September 21, 2000, New York Times, 2 French Journalists Tell of Escape From Jolo Rebels,
September 21, 2000, New York Times, U.S. Hostage Says He Is Safe And Tells Manila to Negotiate,
September 21, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Philippine Muslims Still Waging Age-Old Resistance,
September 21, 2000, The Washington Post, The Philippines Fights Back, 608 words,
September 21, 2000, The Washington Post, As Rebels Fled, French Hostages Bolted; 700+ words,
September 21, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, 2 French hostages dash to freedom, by Clay Chandler,
September 21, 2000, The Boston Globe, Two Tell of Fleeing Philippine Rebels; Indira A.R. Lakshmanan,
September 21, 2000, Knight Ridder, U.S. hostage's mother gets surprise call from son in Philippine jungle,
September 21, 2000, Albany Times Union (NY), Philippines: Raid Aided Escape, 288 words,
September 21, 2000, AP / The Columbian (Vancouver), Philippine Attack Defended, by Oliver Teves,
September 21, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Freed Hostages Thank Troops, 700+ words,
September 21, 2000, The Independent, Hostages escape as Filipinos attack rebel camp, by John Lichfield,
September 21, 2000, AFP, Philippine military pinpoints location of kidnapped American,
September 21, 2000, AFP, US hostage pleads for halt to assault, Manila says no,
September 21, 2000, ABS-CBN, Frenchman says Abu Sayyaf trusted them too much,
September 21, 2000, ABS-CBN, 60 Abu Sayyaf members killed in operations - AFP,
September 21, 2000, ABS-CBN, 4:37 AM, Remembering Mindanao during martial law,
September 21, 2000, Bernama, Fleeing Filipinos to be treated as war refugees,
September 21, 2000, New Straits Times, Boats to be checked to prevent infiltration, 347 words,
September 21, 2000, New Straits Times, Najib: Our soldiers deployed on eight islands off Sabah,
September 21, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Elite U.S. troops ready to strike, 589 words,
September 21, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Abu vows to bring war to urban cities, 662 words,
September 21, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Estrada adopts 2 options vs. state foes: Treating terrorism as a 
September 21, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Militants poised to obstruct petroleum depots in Manila,592 words
September 21, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Administration hawks raring to engage Abu Sayyaf bandits,
September 21, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Stop the Abu Sayyaf!, 641 words
September 21, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 2 Frenchmen Held Hostage by Sayyaf in Jolo Recovered;
September 21, 2000, BusinessWorld, 2 French journalists escape Abu, 700+ words,
September 21, 2000, BusinessWorld, Local share prices bounce back, buoyed by French hostages' escape,
September 21, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, Estrada says he will keep up attack, [Page View]
September 21, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Killing Abu Sayyaf leaders 'is not the end of the group'
September 21, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Bomb blows up on ferry, [Page View]
September 21, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Security beefed up off Sabah coast,
September 21, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Cebu police fear spillover of violence,
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September 22, 2000, BBC News, Jolo hostage's new radio appeal,
September 22, 2000, CNN, Albright calls Myanmar democracy leader's treatment 'unacceptable',
September 22, 2000, The Washington Post, Manila Confident American Hostage Will Be Released Soon,
September 22, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Philippine President Vows to Crush Guerrillas, by David Lamb,
September 22, 2000, Orlando Sentinel, Military Tries To Free Hostage,
September 22, 2000, The Cincinnati Post, Troops Locate Rebels, Captives, 488 words,
September 22, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Philippines optimistic on hostages, by Clay Chandler, 395 words,
September 22, 2000, Inter Press Service, Politics-Philippines: Protracted War Looms In Muslim South,
September 22, 2000, Associated Press, Philippine hostages soon free,
September 22, 2000, AFP, Philippine army assault risks reviving Christian-Muslim conflicts,
September 22, 2000, AFP, American hostage speaks to mother through radio link,
September 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Schilling in cohorts with ASG-- Malacañang,
September 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Civilian casualties in Sulu assault mounting,
September 22, 2000, San Jose Mercury News, U.S. hostage's mother gets surprise call from son in Philippine jungle,
September 22, 2000, BusinessWorld, Military closes in on rebel camp; Sayyaf seeks Libyan intervention,
September 22, 2000, New Straits Times, Dr M: We'll treat them as war refugees, 332 words,
September 22, 2000, New Straits Times, 138 troops posted to Sabah islands, by David Adrian,
September 22, 2000, New Straits Times, Upgrading our military space capability vital, by Azmi Hassan,
September 22, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Troops Close in on Sayyaf Force; Big Battle Looms,
September 22, 2000, Bernama, Dr M's statement on status of Filipino refugees eases Sabahans' anxiety,
September 22, 2000, Manila Times, No talks, no ransom, and President wants Abu Sayyaf exterminated,
September 22, 2000, Sun Star, Baracatan not bombed just fired with rockets,
September 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.2, Jolo refugees will be placed in camps: KL, [Page View]
September 22, 2000, The Straits Times / AP, p.32, Americans in Indonesia told to be careful,
September 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, US hostage wants military assault ceased, [Page View]
September 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.36, Ship with refugees from Jolo allowed to dock, [Page View]
September 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.36, Hundreds of civilians killed, says doctor,
September 22, 2000, The Star [Malaysia] Hostage: Civilians the victims of military offensive in Jolo, Diigo,
September 22, 2000, BusinessWorld, Military closes in on rebel camp; Abu Sayyaf seeks Libyan intervention, by Leotes Marie T. Lugo, Melissa Q. Manalang and Ruffy L. Villanueva, Diigo,  ________________________________________________________________________________
September 23, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Philippines, Libya Doubt U.S. Hostage's Credibility, David Lamb,
September 23, 2000, The Boston Globe, Thousands Flee Raid on Philippine Rebels,
September 23, 2000, The Economist (US), Politics this week. Hostages Freed, 700+ words,
September 23, 2000, The Economist (US), Estrada's risky strategy.(launch of military strike against Abu Sayyaf kidnappers in Philippines)
September 23, 2000, The Scotsman, French hostages to sue after Germans cash in on ordeal, by Allan Hall,
September 23, 2000, New Straits Times, Osu says an island would be ideal as a refugee camp, 386 words,
September 23, 2000, New Straits Times, Preparing for next wave of 'war refugees' from the Philippines
September 23, 2000, New Straits Times, 33 Filipinos held off Sabah, by Adrian David, Patrick Sennyah,
September 23, 2000, New Straits Times, Malaysians still alive, says our Manila envoy, 380 words,
September 23, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Life sentences for 3 Sayyaf men, 357 words,
September 23, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Erap Tells Mercado to Check on 'Abuses', by Nonoy E. Lacson,
September 23, 2000, AP, Philippine hostage rescue mission,
September 23, 2000, AFP, Attack on kidnappers goes into second week with little progress,
September 23, 2000, ABS-CBN, 42 Pinoys nabbed in Sabah, Malaysia,
September 23, 2000, Manila Times, Libya won't help Abus,
September 23, 2000, Manila Times, Sayyaf bandits claim escape from dragnet,
September 23, 2000, The Straits Times, p.47, Rebel leader Robot 'frantic for a ceasefire' [Page View]
September 23, 2000, The Straits Times / AFP, p.47, US hostage 'in league with rebels',
September 23, 2000, The Straits Times, p.88, Mere force won't see peace in Mindanao, [Page View]
September 23, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Casualty reports just propaganda says Mercado, Diigo, ________________________________________________________________________________
September 24, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Malaysia Tightens Its Border With Philippines, by David Lamb,
September 24, 2000, The Washington Post, World; In Brief, 700+ words,
September 24, 2000, The Sunday Herald, Down Periscope: The week that was, 560 words,
September 24, 2000, Sunday Mail (Glasgow, Scotland), Villages blaze in rebel purge, 234 words,
September 24, 2000, AP, Two Philippine villagers destroyed,
September 24, 2000, AP, Philippine troops said closing in,
September 24, 2000, Reuters, Bad weather delays Philippine hostage rescue,
September 24, 2000, AFP, US hostage treated 'worse than a dog': Philippine negotiators,
September 24, 2000, AFP, Malaysia detains 96 Filipinos in Sabah: Philippine envoy,
September 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, Detained Pinoys in Sabah reach 96 as more flee Sulu,
September 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf's Kumander Radulan seriously injured,
September 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, Filipino official claims hostage mistreatment,
September 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, Schilling treated like a dog,
September 24, 2000, ABS-CBN, 4 more civilians killed in Sulu military operations,
September 24, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abu Sayyaf hideout encircled, by Froilan Gallardo, Noralyn Mustafa and Alexander Young, Cached, Diigo,
September 24, 2000, Philippines Daily Inquirer, Muslim rebels give troops the slip,
September 24, 2000, Bernama, 33 Detained Filipinos Are Not Refuges,
September 24, 2000, Manila Times, AFP extends assault deadline, Manny B. Marinay, Faber Concepcion,
September 24, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 42 Fleeing Sayyaf Men Intercepted, Aris Ilagan, Nonoy E. Lacson,
September 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Top Abu Sayyaf man reported wounded, by Manuel Mogato,
September 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Casualties rise as Jolo siege continues, by Manuel Mogato,
September 24, 2000, New Straits Times, Family prays for hostages release, 404 words,
September 24, 2000, Sun Star, Murder raps filed vs MILF leaders,
September 24, 2000, Sun Star, Shoreline residents urged to look out for Abu bandits,
September 24, 2000, The Straits Times, p.27, Muslim rebels give troops the slip, [Page View]
September 24, 2000, The Straits Times, p.27, Special camp planned for Jolo refugees,
September 24, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abu Sayyaf hideout encircled, by Froilan Gallardo, Noralyn Mustafa and Alexander Young, Diigo,
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September 25, 2000, BBC News, Philippine army 'kills 100 rebels',
September 25, 2000, BBC News, Philippine army 'kills 100 Jolo rebels',
September 25, 2000, Time Magazine, World Watch, Jakarta & Jolo,
September 25, 2000, Der Spiegel, Killing Fields, by Jürgen Kremb,
September 25, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Philippine villagers caught in crossfire, by Jim Gomez,
September 25, 2000, Los Angeles Times Wire Reports, 100 Rebels Killed in Assault, Army Says,
September 25, 2000, Newsweek International, 'Enough Is Enough', 485 words,
September 25, 2000, Newsweek International, Perspectives, 586 words,
September 25, 2000, Reuters, Philippines Needs More Time to Rescue Hostages,
September 25, 2000, AP, Philippine farmers caught in battles,
September 25, 2000, AFP, 103 Muslim kidnappers slain, hostages still alive: Philippines,
September 25, 2000, AFP, Abu Sayyaf challenges Manila to seek US help to rescue hostage,
September 25, 2000, The Manila Times, Troops corner bandits holding Schilling,
September 25, 2000, The Manila Times, All-out military assault vs Abu Sayyaf goes beyond Jolo, by Charmaine C. Deogracias and Faber Concepcion,
September 25, 2000, BusinessWorld, Orly Assault over in less than a week, Diigo,
September 25, 2000, BusinessWorld, Even military success against Abu Sayyaf can't jump-start sluggish market - analysts, Diigo,
September 25, 2000, The Manila Times, Civilian casualties mounting,
September 25, 2000, New Straits Times, Islands for Filipino refugees identified, 606 words,
September 25, 2000, New Straits Times, A humanitarian response, 700+ words,
September 25, 2000, New Straits Times, 'Smear campaign is good for Sabah', 430 words,
September 25, 2000, New Straits Times, Families in the dark about hostages after two weeks, 324 words,
September 25, 2000, New Straits Times, Casualties rise as Jolo siege continues. 700+ words,
September 25, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Malaysia Detains 96 More Filipinos, 542 words,
September 25, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Lacson, Reyes Fly to Sulu, 700+ words,
September 25, 2000, Sun Star, Baracatan village chief pushes for more Cafgus,
September 25, 2000, The Star [Malaysia] Military lets up on assault,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, 11:20 PM, Two Frenchmen: spies or journalists?,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, 10:54 PM, US to train elite anti-terrorist unit,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, 9:57 PM, Malacañang downplays Malaysian "shoot-on-sight" order,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, 5:37 PM, 2 more civilians kidnapped in Basilan,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, 4:21 PM, Sulu hostages' rescue to last a month,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, 1:24 PM, Malacañang downplays Malaysia's 'shoot-on-sight' order,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, 1:00 PM, Seven civilians massacred in Lanao Norte,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Military admits operations may take longer,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Seven killed in Lanao del Norte massacre,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Two French journalists were spies,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, 22,000 Jolo evacuees remain unattended,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf still intact,
September 25, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada blames bad weather for prolonged Sulu assault,
September 25, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, Continue peace process, panel told,
September 25, 2000, The Straits Times, p.29, Manila presses on with offensive, [Page View]
September 25, 2000, The Straits Times, p.29, More relief support for Jolo evacuees,
September 25, 2000, The Straits Times, p.29, Filipinos held in Sabah not terrorists,
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September 26, 2000, Washington Post, Philippine Anti-Rebel Assault Stalls; Jolo Offensive Enters 2nd...
September 26, 2000, Associated Press, Villagers Flee as Assault on Philippine Rebels Continues
September 26, 2000, The Independent, 36,000 flee assault on rebels holding hostages, by Jim Gomez,
September 26, 2000, BBC News, The Jolo campaign: Mission impossible?
September 26, 2000, AP, Thousands flee Philippine assault,
September 26, 2000, AFP, M'sia urges Philippines to talk to moderate Muslim leaders,
September 26, 2000, AFP, Residents fear for the future in Philippines hostage island,
September 26, 2000, AFP, Kidnappers outrun troops in Philippines hostage island,
September 26, 2000, AFP, Manila committing genocide in Jolo - ABIM
September 26, 2000, Bernama, ABIM protests Philippine military action in Jolo,
September 26, 2000, Bernama, Police Communication System on Frontline to be Upgraded,
September 26, 2000, Manila Times, Abu deaths mounting, says AFP,
September 26, 2000, Manila Times, Mindanao civilian casualties now 200, by John Paul Jubelag,
September 26, 2000, New Straits Times, Man held for allegedly abetting in abduction, by Joniston Bangkuai,
September 26, 2000 Manila Bulletin, Erap Pays Tribute to Soldiers in Drive vs Abu Sayyaf, by Brenda Tuazon,
September 26, 2000, ABS-CBN, University of S' Mindanao bombed, 2 students killed,
September 26, 2000, ABS-CBN, 1:43 AM, Abu Sayyaf still intact -- AFP,
September 26, 2000, ABS-CBN, 2:12 AM, Two French journalists were spies,
September 26, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, 103 rebels killed in Abu Sayyaf raid, [Page View]
September 26, 2000, The Straits Times, p.22, Malaysia beefs up forces to secure Sabah coast, [Page View]
September 26, 2000, The Straits Times, p.22, Ingrates',
September 26, 2000, The Straits Times, p.22, Medicines and food run low in Jolo,
September 26, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Military claims killing 103 Abu Sayyaf members, by Carlito Pablo, Donna Cueto and Carolyn Arguillas, Diigo,
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September 27, 2000, The Boston Globe, Rebel Ransom Money Floats Philippine Economy,
September 27, 2000, AP, Philippine rebels claims evasion,
September 27, 2000, AFP, Philippine military to press on against Muslim kidnappers,
September 27, 2000, AFP, Philippine officials advise Estrada to continue assault on extremists,
September 27, 2000, AFP, Hostage calls US embassy, begs to be ransomed: Philippine official,
September 27, 2000, AFP, Philippines had to abort commando hostage rescue: official,
September 27, 2000, AFP, Three Muslim extremists slain as troops close in on hostages,
September 27, 2000, ABS-CBN, AFP guilty of HR violations in Jolo?,
September 27, 2000, The Star [Malaysia] Nabbed link man brother of Abu Sayyaf gunman,
September 27, 2000, Bernama, Soldiers sent to Sabah to get anti-abduction training,
September 27, 2000, Manila Times, Malaysians nab 'Robot' - Report,
September 27, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Abu Sayyaf, Hostages Still in Jolo - AFP, by Aris Ilagan,
September 27, 2000, New Straits Times, Man detained by police related to one of kidnappers, 585 words,
September 27, 2000, New Straits Times, Civilian fallout in Jolo war, 700+ words,
September 27, 2000, New Straits Times, 39 more foreigners held for entering waters off Sabah, 634 words,
September 27, 2000, New Straits Times, Abim protests military offensive, 284 words,
September 27, 2000, The Straits Times, p.38, US concerned over terrorism in S-E Asia, [Page View]
September 27, 2000, The Straits Times, p.39, Najib says force alone no solution for Manila, [Page View]
September 27, 2000, The Straits Times, p.39, Two more Philippine soldiers killed on Jolo,
September 27, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abus stage ambushes 2 soldiers dead, Diigo,
September 27, 2000, BusinessWorld, Gov’t to refine approach in addressing rebellion, Diigo,  _________________________________________________________________________________
September 28, 2000, AP / Telegraph-Herald (Dubuque, IA), Foreign Briefs, 700+ words,
September 28, 2000, International Herald Tribune, Southeast Asian Stability Is at Risk, by Alan Dupont,
September 28, 2000, International Herald Tribune, In Philippines, a Kidnapping Industry, by Thomas Fuller,
September 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, 2 French journalists talk of how they eluded their captors,
September 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Southern Hostilities: Understanding the Mindanao conflict,
September 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, American hostage still alive, 541 words,
September 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Standing Pat: Malacanang says; No talks, no ransom, 522 words,
September 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Professional journalists can see events before they happen,
September 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Estrada's political will, 445 words
September 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Elite Filipino troops close in on retreating Abu Sayyaf force,
September 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Death toll: 60 Abu men, 328 words
September 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, 28% of fuel price goes to gov't; 3% to oil firms, Federico Pascual,
September 28, 2000, New Straits Times, Angry villagers kill three rebels, by Manuel Mogato, 700+ words
September 28, 2000, New Straits Times, Peace is precarious and fragile, 700+ words,
September 28, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Two Jins out, Medal Hopes a Mere Flicker, by Ding Marcelo,
September 28, 2000, Manila Bulletin, NSC Backs Erap Decision on Sayyaf, by Brenda Piquero Tuazon,
September 28, 2000, AP, Civilians kill 3 Philippine rebels,
September 28, 2000, AFP, Three top rebels wounded in Philippines hostage island,
September 28, 2000, AFP, Top Abu Sayyaf Muslim extremist leader dead: Philippine police,
September 28, 2000, AFP, Philippine troops may get share of loot from Muslim kidnappers' haul,
September 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf leaders falling like flies?,
September 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, Commander Robot hurt?,
September 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, Residents clash with Abu Sayyaf, 6 killed,
September 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada wants probe of human rights violations in Sulu,
September 28, 2000, Manila Times, Frightened villagers kill 3 bandits,
September 28, 2000, Manila Times, Senate rejects call for ceasefire,
September 28, 2000, Bernama, Three Men Who Led Abductions in M'sia Wounded, 380 words,
September 28, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Villagers kill three fleeing Muslim rebels, [Page View]
September 28, 2000, The Straits Times, p.30, Manila beefs up security at resort island Boracay,
September 28, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Military chief claims victory in Jolo. by Noralyn Mustafa Carlito Pablo and Froilan Gallardo, Diigo, ______________________________________________________________________________
September 29, 2000, The Christian Science Monitor, Philippines in dogfight with wily, cash-rich rebels:
September 29, 2000, The Washington Post, Philippines: 118 Killed In Offensive, 385 words,
September 29, 2000, AFP, Church in PI hostage island casts doubts on military drive,
September 29, 2000, AFP, Philippine military lifts hostage island quarantine,
September 29, 2000, AFP, Philippine hostage island rescue operation hits snag: Official,
September 29, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf men disguise themselves to escape military,
September 29, 2000, ABS-CBN, Military ops vs ASG troops in Basilan launched,
September 29, 2000, ABS-CBN, Army, MILF clash in N' Cotabato, 10 killed,
September 29, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF chief renews call for jihad, cancels peace talks, Diigo,
September 29, 2000, The Manila Times, Air strikes kill 20 in Sulu - 'Robot' escapes to Tawi-Tawi,
September 29, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 2,000 Sulu Militiamen Proposed, by Roy C. Sinfuego, 700+ words
September 29, 2000, Sun Star Davao, Are top Sayyaf leaders dead?, Noralyn Mustafa, Alexander Young,
September 29, 2000, New Straits Times, No Filipino war refugees found in State, 420 words,
September 29, 2000, BusinessWorld, With the US security proposal, quo vadis ARF?, 700+ words
September 29, 2000, BusinessWorld, RP not 'plugging' right into global community,
September 29, 2000, BusinessWorld, Abu Sayyaf losing popular support,
September 29, 2000, BusinessWorld, Abu Sayyaf losing popular support, Diigo, September 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.3, Rebel leader 'Robot' wounded in attack, [Page View]
September 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.45, Displaced Jolo residents asked to return home, [Page View]
September 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.45, Hot on the heels of Abu Sayyaf for prize money,
September 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.45, Ransom Deal: US says no',
September 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.79, Aiding Indonesia should be Aseans priority, [Page View]
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September 30, 2000, Seattle Times / AP, Hostage visited rebels freely, by Jim Gomez, Diigo,
September 30, 2000, AP, Philippines offers rebels amnesty,
September 30, 2000, AFP, Civilians protest as PI military assault rages on,
September 30, 2000, Manila Times, Diary showing Schilling 2-year Sayyaf mole alarms Washington,
September 30, 2000, Manila Times, Respect Sulu folks' rights, church warns,
September 30, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Estrada Offers MILF Amnesty to Push Peace Process,
September 30, 2000, Manila Bulletin, RP Zero as Sydney Campaign Ends, by Ding Marcelo, 700+ words
September 30, 2000, New Straits Times, Dr M: No hasty decision on apostasy, 681 words,
September 30, 2000, The Straits Times, p.39, Military assault on Jolo in trouble, [Page View]
September 30, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Military admits blunders in Jolo, by PDI Mindanao Bureau and Donna Cueto, Diigo,
September 29, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, MILF assembly affirms 'jihad', by Carlito Pablo and Blanche S. Rivera, Diigo,
September 30, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 'Officers' Assessment: Military option vs Abu Sayyaf is no solution, by Carlito Pablo, Diigo,
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October 1, 2000, Time Magazine, World Watch, Jolo,
October 1, 2000, AP / The Columbian, Police: American Twice Visited Rebels, by Jim Gomez, 560 words,
October 1, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Amnesty Offer Draws Response, 700+ words.
October 1, 2000, Manila Bulletin, RP Concerned by Indon Dev'ts, 595 words,
October 1, 2000, New Straits Times, Najib orders more navy patrols off Sabah waters, by Jason Gerald,
October 1, 2000, AFP, Philippine troops close in on Abu Sayyaf: Military,
October 1, 2000, ABS-CBN More Govt troops deployed to Sulu,
October 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, AFP, PNP rift widens; Mercado joins in the fray,
October 1, 2000, Manila Times, Schilling no stranger to his kidnappers - PNP,
October 1, 2000, Manila Times, Villagers flee retreating Abu bandits, by Faber Concepcion,
October 1, 2000, Sun Star Davao, 1 300 MILF men find refuge in Region 11,
October 1, 2000, Sun Star Davao, 10 killed 8 hurt in Panaga ambush,
October 1, 2000, The Straits Times, p.2, Estrada offers Muslim rebel group amnesty, [Page View]
October 1, 2000, The Straits Times, p.31, Three Muslim rebels die in latest clash, [Page View]
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October 2, 2000, BBC News, Philippines preachers freed,
October 2, 2000, Newsweek International, Rescue Mission, by Mahlon Meyer and Marites D. Vitug,
October 2, 2000, The Cincinnati Post, Hostages Held by Rebels Freed,
October 2, 2000, AP, Filipino hostage rescued from rebels,
October 2, 2000, AFP, Bombs rain on Abu rebels' lair,
October 2, 2000, AFP, PI troops make first hostage rescue in blitz against Abu Sayyaf,
October 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF rejects Malacañang offer of amnesty,
October 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, 12 Jesus Miracle Crusade prayer warriors rescued,
October 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF rebs seen giving up despite amnesty rejection,
October 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, 1 Jesus Miracle Crusade member escapes Abu Sayyaf,
October 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, 3 more Abus killed in Jolo, rebel death toll at 114,
October 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, PNP chief denies rift with AFP chief,
October 2, 2000, ABS-CBN, PNP chief denies rift with AFP chief,
October 2, 2000, Manila Bulletin, FL to Lead Peace Rally for Mindanao, by Brenda Piquero Tuazon,
October 2, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Bombs Rain on Abu Rebels' Lair, 700+ words
October 2, 2000, BusinessWorld, Palace admits military-police rift on assault; hostages not in sight,
October 2, 2000, Manila Times, 3 more Sayyaf bandits dead in intense military air strikes, Marian Trinidad,
October 2, 2000, Jakarta Post, Mindanao rebels -- fighters or terrorists?, 700+ words
October 2, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Bombing Abu Sayyaf rebels 'a blunder, [Page View]
October 2, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Wife of hostage appeals for release,
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October 3, 2000, The Washington Post, World; In Brief, 700+ words,
October 3, 2000, The Seattle Times, Philippines hostages freed after a bather flees captors,
October 3, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Philippine Troops Rescue Evangelists Held by Rebels,
October 3, 2000, AP / The Columbian (Vancouver, WA), Troops Free Captive Evangelists, by Jim Gomez,
October 3, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Hostages rescued in raid 'praise Lord', 378 words,
October 3, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Troops rescue 12 hostages,
October 3, 2000, AP, 12 Filipino evangelists rescued, by Jim Gomez,
October 3, 2000, AFP, End is near for rebels on Philippines hostage island: Estrada,
October 3, 2000, AFP, Troops press attack to rescue five on Philippines hostage island,
October 3, 2000, New Straits Times, More RMN ships for Sabah, by M. Jeffri Razali, 568 words,
October 3, 2000, BusinessWorld, True North: Cultural wars,
October 3, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Almeda, 11 Others Safe; Recovered by Troopers Pursuing Sayyaf,
October 3, 2000, Manila Bulletin, MILF Talks Abroad OK, Say 2 Solons, by Mario B. Casayuran,
October 3, 2000, BusinessWorld, Finally, freedom for captive religious group, 700+ words,
October 3, 2000, BusinessWorld, Industries now hurting from weak peso, by Patricia L. Adversarial, Diigo,
October 3, 2000, Manila Times, Use commando raid vs Abus, Senator urges PNP chief, Marian Trinidad,October 3, 2000, Sun Star Davao, De Guzman condemns killing of civilians,
October 3, 2000, The Straits Times, p.27, 12 Filipino evangelists rescued by soldiers, [Page View]
October 3, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, MILF talks abroad OK, say 2 solons,
October 3, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, Almeda, 11 others safe,
October 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, Casualty in Sulu continue to rise,
October 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, 2:04 AM, Young ASG rebs abandoned in Jolo war, Diigo,
October 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, 06:28 PM, Almeda thanks Erap for preachers rescue, Diigo,
October 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, 4:03 PM, Death toll in Sulu rises to 135, Diigo,
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October 4, 2000, AP, Few leads on Philippine hostages, by Jim Gomez,
October 4, 2000, AFP, Trail of five remaining hostages in Philippines run cold,
October 4, 2000, Manila Bulletin, How Group Got Away from Sayyaf Recalled, 700+ words,
October 4, 2000, BusinessWorld (Philippines) Military faces blank wall on 5 remaining hostages,
October 4, 2000, Manila Times, 10 more Abu men slain, other hostages missing, by Manny B. Marinay,
October 4, 2000, New Straits Times, Water supply woes for troops,
October 4, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, End is near for Abu Sayyaf, says President, [Page View]
October 4, 2000, The Straits Times, p.33, Hawk fighter skids while landing at Labuan, [Page View]
October 4, 2000, ABS-CBN, 1:44 AM, Mission accomplished! -- JMC, [Wilde Almeda] Diigo,
October 4, 2000, ABS-CBN, 2:04 AM, CHR clarifies military not yet off the hook, Diigo,
October 4, 2000, ABS-CBN, "I'm clean"-- Aventajado, Diigo,
October 4, 2000, ABS-CBN, Freed preacher tags Aventajado on ransom kickbacks, Diigo,
October 4, 2000, ABS-CBN, DFA bares Sayyaf plot to abduct more Malaysians,
October 4, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, Erap receives Almeda, 11 others in Malacañang, Diigo,
October 4, 2000, The Philippine Star, Solon disputes House report card, [Rep. Marcelino Libanan]
October 4, 2000, The Philippine Star, Tan's security man gets coveted gun permit,
October 4, 2000, The Philippine Star, Senate panel uncovers P20-M donation to PMS, by Perseus Echeminada,
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October 5, 2000, AP / The Columbian, Military Searching Islands For Missing Hostages, by Jim Gomez,
October 5, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Abu Sayyaf bosses elude army dragnet, 700+ words,
October 5, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Estrada hurting, needs an excuse to end the war?, by Federico Pascual,
October 5, 2000, Straits Times, Formidable security presence off Sabah that should've been there long ago,
October 5, 2000, AP, Search on for Philippine hostage, by Jim Gomez,
October 5, 2000, AFP, Muslim rebels seek peace talks, surrender: Philippine leader,
October 5, 2000, AFP, Troops, kidnappers turn to mind games in PI hostage island,
October 5, 2000, Manila Times, AFP expands drive vs Abu to Tawi-Tawi, by Faber Concepcion,
October 5, 2000, BusinessWorld, To each his own in Mindanao crisis situation, 700+ words
October 5, 2000, Statesman (India) Putin shares concern on terrorism, 520 words
October 5, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, Officials may have kept part of hostages' ransom,
October 5, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, 'Robot just wants to return to wives', [Page View]
October 5, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 'Robot just wants to return to wives', Diigo,
October 5, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, 'Surrender or die' leaflets dropped on Abu Sayyaf,
October 5, 2000, ABS-CBN, Former MNLF officials confirm HR violations in Jolo, Diigo,
October 5, 2000, ABS-CBN, 1:06 AM, And the search goes on,
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October 6, 2000, AP, Rebels give in to Philippine Govt,
October 6, 2000, AFP, Philippine military bombs southern islands,
October 6, 2000, The Birmingham Post (England), Negotiator 'made money' from ransom, 281 words,
October 6, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Hearsay, Senators Say of Raps vs Aventajado, by Gabriel S. Mabutas,
October 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, MILF remnants abduct young student in Cotabato; rescue operations,
October 6, 2000, Manila Times, Evangelists apologize over ransom cut yarn,
October 6, 2000, Sun Star Davao, War in Mindanao soon to end Erap,
October 6, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, Hostage negotiator denies taking money, [Page View]
October 6, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, Islanders May Be Moved,
October 6, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada swears in 600 MILF surrenderees, Diigo,
October 6, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, 609 MILF men surrender with arms, Diigo,
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October 7, 2000, Post-Tribune (IN), Rebels ready to surrender, Compiled from wire reports; 700+ words
October 7, 2000, The Independent (London), Hunted rebels 'trying to give up', 180 words,
October 7, 2000, New Straits Times, Arab-Israeli conflict shows up Washington's double standards,
October 7, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Erap Cites RP as Surfing Center, by Brenda P. Tuazon,
October 7, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Aventajado Accepts Apology, 700+ words,
October 7, 2000, The Philippine Star, Jueteng Charges Upstage Abu Sayyaf In Sulu, by Alejandro R. Roces,
October 7, 2000, The Philippine Star, Military pounds islands to flush out Abu Sayyaf rebels,
October 7, 2000, AP, Report: Abu Sayyaf rebels ready to surrender, by Aaron Favila,
October 7, 2000, AFP, M'sian, US hostage sighted as PI troops expand operations,
October 7, 2000, ABS-CBN, Give me one month to get rid of Sayyaf - Nur,
October 7, 2000, Manila Times, Negotiators still in touch with Abu,
October 7, 2000, Sun Star Davao, 10 000 new Cafgus to be deployed soon,
October 7, 2000, Sun Star Davao, Cotabato gov blames MILF for kidnappings,
October 7, 2000, Sun Star Davao, NDF SM apologizes for Panaga ambush,
October 7, 2000, The Straits Times, p.34, Planes bomb islands near Jolo, [Page View]
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October 8, 2000, New York Times, The World; How to Succeed in the Kidnapping Business,
October 8, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Army Reports Sighting of Hostages, 603 words,
October 8, 2000, The Filipino Express, In Her Words: The right to know, by Marites Sison-Paez,
October 8, 2000, AP, 3 killed fighting Muslim rebels, by Aaron Favila,
October 8, 2000, AFP, PI troops admit hostage rescue bid could last months,
October 8, 2000, ABS-CBN, DND Chief: Abu Sayyaf accountable for their crimes,
October 8, 2000, Straits Times, Negotiator will not sue former hostage for libel,
October 8, 2000, Manila Times, Abu Sayyaf to surrender in Jolo today, says AFP, by Manny B. Marinay,
October 8, 2000, Sun Star Davao, AFP s dare on Bayan to condemn NPA on ambush a childish ploy,
October 8, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Negotiator will not sue former hostage for libel, [Page View]
October 8, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, Foreign hostages sighted by troops,
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October 9, 2000, Seattle Times / Chicago Tribune, Indonesia's president fires chiefs of army, navy, by Uli Schmetzer,
October 9, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Troops press search, 455 words,
October 9, 2000, New Straits Times, Families worried about Jolo hostages' condition, 548 words,
October 9, 2000, New Straits Times, Moving islanders to safety,
October 9, 2000, AFP, Troops press search,
October 9, 2000, AFP, Six Muslim kidnappers surrender in Philippine,
October 9, 2000, Manila Times, Backdoor talks for Malaysia hostages resume, by Faber Concepcion,
October 9, 2000, Sun Star Davao, 3 communist rebels killed in Zambo Sur,
October 9, 2000, Sun Star Davao, Air seaports alerted to fleeing Sayyaf rebels,
October 9, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, Philippine forces set for the long haul on Jolo, [Page View]
October 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sabaya to surrender to military,
October 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, AFP hints of MILF Commander Bravo's surrender, Diigo,
October 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, Mercado: Sayyaf accountable for their crimes, Diigo,
October 9, 2000, The Star, Six rebels give up, others to follow, Diigo,
October 9, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, Troops press search, Diigo,
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October 10, 2000, BBC News, Philippine leader faces impeachment,
October 10, 2000, AFP, 15 kidnappers surrender in PI hostage island,
October 10, 2000, AFP, Philippine military plan to break into lairs of Muslim kidnappers,
October 10, 2000, Info-Prod Research, Lebanon: Islamist Network Dismantled,
October 10, 2000, Manila Bulletin / AFP, 6 Abu Sayyaf Men Surrender in Jolo, 542 words,
October 10, 2000, New Straits Times, Need for new defence policy, by Mimi Syed Yusof, 612 words,
October 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Malaysia denies asking help of Le Peng Wee,
October 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, 15 Abu rebels yield to military, Robot to follow, Diigo,
October 10, 2000, The Straits Times, p.27, Six rebels surrender as army closes in, [Page View]
October 10, 2000, The Philippine Star, 5 Robot followers yield to military, Diigo,_________________________________________________________________________________
October 11, 2001, BBC News, Cardinal Sin tells Estrada to quit,
October 11, 2000, Manila Bulletin, The Role of the Senate in the Mindanao Conflict, 700+ words,
October 11, 2000, The Philippine Star, Four hostages sighted in Talipao as troops, Sayyaf clash, by Roel Pareño,
October 11, 2000, AFP, 30 death in Southern Philippines gun battle,
October 11, 2000, AFP, Seven-nation mission set to assess Philippine Muslim rebellion,
October 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf commanders set to surrender - AFP,
October 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, Estrada drops case against top three leaders of MILFDiigo,
October 11, 2000, Manila Times, Jolo villagers shun fleeing Sayyaf rebels, by Faber Concepcion,
October 11, 2000, Sun Star, Armed men attack coco farm 3 dead,
October 11, 2000, The Straits Times, p.26, 15 rebels of group holding 5 hostages surrender, [Page View]
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October 12, 2000, The Independent (London) Cardinal Sin Calls for Scandal-Hit Estrada to Quit,
October 12, 2000, Filipino Reporter, RP misses Olympic bacon, by Ding Marcelo, 700+ words,
October 12, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Schilling tried to sell arms to Abu Sayyaf, 631 words,
October 12, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Army cmdr. gets 2 stars, 559 words,
October 12, 2000, New Straits Times, Two-pronged approach in securing release of captives,
October 12, 2000, BusinessWorld (Philippines) MILF accepts 'goodwill gesture,' but... 662 words,
October 12, 2000, Manila Times, 200 Sayyaf men turn selves in this week, by Faber Concepcion,
October 12, 2000, Manila Times, Government optimistic on new peace talks with MILF, Manny Marinay,
October 12, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 10 more Abu Sayyaf men surrendered to troopsDiigo,
October 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, 22 more Abu Sayyaf guerillas yieldDiigo,
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October 13, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 10 More Abu Sayyaf Men Surrender to Troops, 476 words,
October 13, 2000, New Straits Times, Families of hostages breathe sigh of relief, 375 words,
October 13, 2000, The Philippine Star, 24 more Abu Sayyaf members surrender to gov't troopers,
October 13, 2000, AFP, Ten surrender as PI troops tighten noose on hostage island,
October 13, 2000, Bernama, Military "save" Pandanan island from intruders,
October 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, 22 more Abu Sayyaf guerillas yield,
October 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, GMA resigns Cabinet post, Estrada appoints Saguisag's wife to DSWD
October 13, 2000, BusinessWorld, Military Hostages alive, well, by Ruffy L. Villanueva, Diigo, ________________________________________________________________________________
October 14, 2000, AP, Rebels say American hostage alive,
October 14, 2000, The Economist (US) Estrada's fights, camera, action,
October 14, 2000, The Straits Times, p.31, Estrada: I didn't get a single cent, [Page View]
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October 15, 2000, The Philippine Star, 36 Abu Sayyaf rebels arrested in military raids; 4 more surrender,
October 15, 2000, AP, 36 suspected Muslim rebels arrested,
October 15, 2000, AFP, Muslim mission to visit southern Philippines hostage island,
October 15, 2000, AFP, Two Abu Sayyaf rebels killed,
October 15, 2000, The Straits Times, p.25, Two Abu Sayyaf rebels killed, [Page View]
October 15, 2000, AFP / The Straits Times, 15 rebels of group holding 5 hostages surrender
October 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, Gov't eyes peace pact with MILFDiigo,
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October 16, 2000, Manila Bulletin, OIC Mission to Visit Sulu, 700+ words,
October 16, 2000, Time magazine, World Watch, Jolo,
October 16, 2000, Newsweek International, Praying for Miracles.(Jesus Miracle Crusade), Mahlon Meyer,
October 16, 2000, AFP, World Islamic body begins probe on Muslim plight in Philippines,
October 16, 2000, Manila Times, No Mindanao ethnic cleansing - Palace,
October 16, 2000, Sun Star Zamboanga, 2 rebel leaders killed,
October 16, 2000, New Straits Times, 'Filipinos will return home', by Ramlan Said,
October 16, 2000, The Straits Times, p.23, Abu Sayyaf rebels 'are drug addicts', [Page View]
October 16, 2000, The Straits Times, p.47, Beefed-Up Security Sends a Message, [Page View]
October 16, 2000, ABS-CBN, Economic officials meet on damage brought by scandal,
October 16, 2000, ABS-CBN, Kill your leaders -- Military dares Abu fighters,
October 16, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu rebels, Malaysian hostages give military the slip,
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October 17, 2000, Manila Bulletin, OIC Team Starts Inquiry on RP Muslims, 700+ words,
October 17, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 11 Abu Sayyaf men yield in Sulu,
October 17, 2000, New Straits Times, Malaysian hostages seen at last, by Manuel Mogato in Manila,
October 17, 2000, New Straits Times, Hostage rescue exercise a success, by Joniston Bangkuai,
October 17, 2000, New Straits Times, 'OIC team will not interfere', by Manuel Mogato,
October 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu rebels, M'sian hostages give military the slip,
October 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, Kill your leaders - Military dares Abu fighters,
October 17, 2000, Sun Star Zamboanga, 1 Sayyaf bandits yield to military,
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October 18, 2000, AFP, 8 Abu Sayyaf men killed, 7 captured,
October 18, 2000, AFP, 8 Abu Sayyaf men killed, 7 captured,
October 18, 2000, AFP, OIC mission satisfied with progress of Philippine peace pact,
October 18, 2000, Manila Times, Thousands deserting Sayyaf - Military,
October 18, 2000, Sun Star, MILF to hold separate talks with OIC mission,
October 18, 2000, Sun Star, MNLF ready to abandon peace process Misuari warns,
October 18, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, AFP says Abu Sayyaf bandits surrendering,
October 18, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, AFP says Abu Sayyaf bandits surrendering, by Noralyn Mustafa,
October 18, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abu Sayyaf holed up in cave, by Noralyn Mustafa and Alexander Young, Diigo,
October 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, ASG hostages spotted in jungles of Sulu, Diigo,
October 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Impeachment case vs. Estrada filed by 41 solons,
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October 19, 2000, The Philippine Star, MSU dean abducted, by Roel Pareño,
October 19, 2000, Filipino Reporter, 5 Cmdr. Robot's men yield to Army, 474 words,
October 19, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Federalism seen as a Mindanao solution,
October 19, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Expats flourish in Agusan del Norte,
October 19, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Defense Secretary Orly Mercado, by Federico D. Pascual,
October 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, 53 Abu Sayyaf surrender, 3 nabbed in Sulu,
October 19, 2000, ABS-CBN, ASG hostages spotted in jungles of Sulu,
October 19, 2000, Manila Times, KL tightens sea lane security near Sabah,
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October 20, 2000, Daily Express, Pandanan seize - They were fishermen, by Michael Lee,
October 20, 2000, MEED Middle East Economic Digest, Investment in the Future, by Andy Critchlow,
October 20, 2000, ABS-CBN, MILF on Estrada's side?Diigo,
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October 21, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Germany Lifts RP Travel Ban, 533 words,
October 21, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 4 Abu Sayyaf men surrender,
October 21, 2000, Manila Times, KL, Jakarta willing to host MILF talks, Manny Marinay...,
October 21, 2000, BusinessWorld, Confidence on Erap plummets (Business sees gloom)
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October 22, 2000, Sun Star Zamboanga, Zamboanga 3 MILFs killed 5 cops hurt in fresh fighting,
October 22, 2000, Sun Star Zamboanga, Zamboanga Grenade throwing mars OIC team s visit to Basilan,
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October 23, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 23 More Hostage Takers Surrender, 596 words,
October 23, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Lives in the Service of Others, 700+ words,
October 23, 2000, Bernama, Cabinet okays loan of Swedish assault boats in Sabah,
October 23, 2000, Bernama, Malaysia reassured its hostages in Jolo safe,
October 23, 2000, Manila Times, OIC probe team ends fact-finding mission,
October 23, 2000, New Straits Times, Don't make Sabah a Filipino 'province', by John Gambau Sylvester,
October 23, 2000, The Straits Times, p.25, New Army Chief in Philippines, [Page View]
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October 24, 2000, AP, Philippine military to reduce troops in hostage rescue,
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October 25, Weds. 8:30 AM, 3 Malaysians "rescued."

October 25, 2000, New Straits Times, Military scales down presence in Jolo, by Manuel Mogato in Manila,
October 25, 2000, AFP, Three Malaysian hostages rescued in the southern Philippines,
October 25, 2000, Bernama, Military joining forces with police to patrol Sabah waters,
October 25, 2000, Daily Express, Permanent security bases, by Chris Maskilone & Kassim Sangi,
October 25, 2000, Manila Times, OIC to sanction MILF?, by Romy Elusfa,
October 25, 2000, Sun Star Zamboanga, Military reduces troopers in Sulu,
October 25, 2000, Financial Times, Troops rescue three hostagesDiigo,
October 25, 2000, The Star, [Malaysia] Three Malaysian hostages rescued in the PhilippinesDiigo,
October 25, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Relief for Abu Sayyaf: AFP to reduce troops in Jolo, Pablo Carlito, Diigo,
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October 26, 2000, Los Angeles Times Wire Reports, 3 Malaysian Hostages Freed After Clash,
October 26, 2000, AFP, Chronology of Philippines hostage crisis,
October 26, 2000, New Straits Times, Philippine soldiers rescue Malaysian hostages, by Tony Emmanuel,
October 26, 2000, New Straits Times, Soldiers shoot bandit leader dead in Jolo, by Manuel Mogato,
October 26, 2000, New Straits Times, Families rejoice over release of hostages, 700+ words,
October 26, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Hostages' rescue dashed as captors escape, 422 words,
October 26, 2000, Gulf News, Resign, Arroyo tells Estrada, by Barbara Mae Dacanay,
October 26, 2000, Gulf News, Three Malaysian hostages rescued, by Noralyn Mustafa, Al Jacinto...,
October 26, 2000, Bernama, Osu thanks PI government for rescue of M'sian hostages,
October 26, 2000, Bernama, 'Bullets flying all over, can't imagine we survived', says Jongkinoh,
October 26, 2000, Bernama, Pandanan hostages to return home tomorrow,
October 26, 2000, New Sabah Times, A perfect Anniversary gift for Siti, wife of ex-hostage,
October 26, 2000, Sun Star GenSan, MILF issues first Jihad communiqué,
October 26, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 3 Malaysians Held by Sayyaf Rescued, by Ferdie J. Maglalang,
October 26, 2000, The Straits Times, p.2, 3 Jolo hostages freed, [Page View]
October 26, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, Hostage crisis 'nearing end', [Page View]
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October 27, 2000, New Straits Times, Hostages back in safe haven, by Tony Emmanuel, 700+ words,
October 27, 2000, New Straits Times, DPM thanks Philippines for the release of three hostages,
October 27, 2000, New Straits Times, Malaysians call home, families overjoyed,
October 27, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Malaysia Thanks Erap on Hostages, 700+ words,
October 27, 2000, BusinessWorld, Estrada equates hostage recovery to 'message' he 'is on right track',
October 27, 2000, AFP, Philippine leader vows no let up in hostage rescue,
October 27, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Malaysia thanks Erap on hostages,
October 27, 2000, Daily Express, What a relief!,by Eddy Hiew,
October 27, 2000, Manila Times, Erap: Hostage rescue shows I'll survive, by Radzinti Oledan...,
October 27, 2000, Sun Star Davao, Rescued Malaysians presented to Erap,
October 27, 2000, The Straits Times, p.40, We often had nothing to eat, say hostages, [Page View]
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October 28, 2000, New Straits Times, Scene of joy as hostages return home, 539 words,
October 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, Sulu hostage crisis over, says military,
October 28, 2000, New Sabah Times, Heroes' welcome for Pandanan trio,
October 28, 2000, The Straits Times, p.64, Core of Asean must pull together: SM, [Page View]
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October 29, 2000, Washington Post, In Philippine War on Abductors, Rebel Opponent Keeps Ducking,
October 29, 2000, The Philippine Star, Fake $100 bills found in Abu ransom payment, by Roel Pareño,
October 29, 2000, New Straits Times, Rescued Malaysian hostages given clean bill of health,
October 29, 2000, AFP, Ransom seized from kidnappers came from Germany: PI official,
October 29, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf threatens to mount suicide attacks vs military,
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October 30, 2000, Washington Post, In PI war on abductors, rebel opponents keep ducking,
October 30, 2000, Daily Express, Surgery for ex-hostage, by Michael Lee,
October 30, 2000, Sun Star Zamboanga, AFP ups security in Zambo highway,
October 30, 2000, Sun Star Zamboanga, MILF extorts food from villages military,
October 30, 2000, Sun Star Zamboanga, MILF fabricating explosive military,
October 30, 2000, New Straits Times, End of Sabah's kidnap chapter,
October 30, 2000, BusinessWorld, Business sector fears economic depression, by Romulo T. Luib, Yasmin Lee G. Arpon, Cecille E.Yap, and Marites S. Villamor, with Leotes Marie T. Lugo, Diigo,
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October 31, 2000, New Straits Times, Hostages back in safe haven,
October 31, 2000, New Straits Times, Military scales down presence in Jolo,
October 31, 2000, New Straits Times, Philippine soldiers rescue Malaysian hostages,
October 31, 2000, New Straits Times, Soldiers shoot bandit leader dead in Jolo, 486 words,
October 31, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf's Robot wounded anew,
October 31, 2000, Manila Times, 8 troopers wounded in MILF clash, by Richel Umel and Aniceto Rasalan,
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November 1, 2000, The Boston Herald, Editorial, Global holy war first targets Israel, by Don Feder,
November 1, 2000, BusinessWorld (Philippines) Abu Sayyaf casualties, 206 words,
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November 2, 2000, Seattle Times / AP, Philippines' embattled leader loses more political allies, by Jim Gomez, Diigo,
November 2, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Germany lifts travel ban to RP, 510 words,
November 2, 2000, New Straits Times, Renewing marriage vows: Mohd Noh Sulaiman and wife Pakkiah,
November 2, 2000, AP, Philippine rebels position shelled,
November 2, 2000, Reuters, Mortars hit refugees on Philippine Hostage isle,
November 2, 2000, Investor's Business Daily, Editorial, The Resurrection of History, 604 words
November 2, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Ramos Attending NSC Meeting; Estrada Formally Invites Gloria to Head Economic Coordinating Council,
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November 3, 2000, The Philippine Star, Abu Sayyaf leaders in JI hold list,
November 3, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 7 wounded as army shells hit evacuees,
November 3, 2000, The Philippine Star, Trader shot in Munti, by Rainier Allan Ronda, Diigo,
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November 4, 2000, Seattle Times / AP, Protesters urge Philippine president to resign, by Jim Gomez, Diigo,
November 4, 2000, AFP, 8 Abu Sayyaf men slain in Jolo,
November 4, 2000, The Philippine Star, ‘Seniang’ leaves 26 dead, 13 missing, by Paolo Romero, Diigo,
November 4, 2000, The Philippine Star, Shadowy AFP group wants Estrada to quitDiigo,
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November 5, 2000, The Washington Post, Southeast Asia Shaken by Rise Of Strict Islam;
November 5, 2000, AFP / Manila Bulletin, 8 Sayyaf Rebels Die in Clash, 700+ words,
November 5, 2000, The Philippine Star, 26 Sayyaf rebels surrender in Sulu, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
November 5, 2000, Manila Times, Troops pursue Abus holding two hostages,
November 5, 2000, The Straits Times, p.28, Eight Abu Sayyaf Fighters Killed, [Page View]
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November 6, 2000, The International Herald Tribune / Washington Post Service, Rise of Islamic Fundamentalism Shakes Secular Southeast Asia, by Rajiv Chandrasekaran, Diigo,
November 6, 2000, Time Magazine,World Watch, Manila,
November 6, 2000, ABS-CBN, 11 Abu Sayyaf rebs surrender,
November 6, 2000, Manila Times, Govt neutralises 486 Abu bandits,
November 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, Opposition aiming for 150 impeachment rap signatories, by Jess Diaz, Diigo,
November 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, 5 soldiers wounded in Lanao Sur attack, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
November 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, Central Mindanao officials fear surge in kidnaps, by John Unson, Diigo,
November 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, Senate not ready for impeachment, by Rep. Joker Arroyo, Diigo,
November 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, Senate to stop probe for impeach moves, by Perseus Echeminada, Diigo,
November 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, Rallyists at EDSA paid —-- Estrada, by Paolo Romero, Diigo,
November 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, I have no regrets serving Estrada — Banayo, by Paolo Romero, Diigo,
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November 7, 2000, CNN, American Airlines to install wireless check-in devices,
November 7, 2000, BBC News, Philippines Muslim rebels free jailed leader,
November 7, 2000, The Straits Times, p.24, Eleven Kidnappers Surrender in Jolo, [Page View]
November 7, 2000, BusinessWorld, Security Council upbeat crisis shall come to pass, by Leotes Marie T. Lugo, Diigo,
November 7, 2000, The Philippine Star, 11 Davao political parties forge united opposition, by Edith Regalado, Diigo,
November 7, 2000, The Philippine Star, 13 Moro rebels killed in Lanao Norte clashDiigo,
November 7, 2000, The Philippine Star, Majority of Socsargen lawyers want Estrada to quit or be impeached, by Allen Estabillo, Diigo,
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November 8, 2000, The Philippine Star, "Pinoy diver may have joined Sayyaf", by Roel Pareno and Paolo Romero, Diigo,
November 8, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada allies plotting to block impeachment, by Jess Diaz, Diigo,
November 8, 2000, The Philippine Star, Political scandals not a monopoly of Estrada -- Enrile, by Perseus Echeminada, Diigo,
November 8, 2000, The Philippine Star, Joma prods Arroyo: No compromise with Estrada, by Benjie Villa, Diigo,
November 8, 2000, Business Times (Malaysia) Opportunity to consolidate,
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November 9, 2000, The Philippine Star, Heavy losses force Estrada pal to close down Davao hotel, by Edith R. Regalado, Diigo,
November 9, 2000, The Philippine Star, Anti-Estrada groups draft M'danao dev't agenda, by Edith Regalado, Diigo,
November 9, 2000, The Philippine Star, Reconciliation not resignation EstradaDiigo,
November 9, 2000, The Philippine Star, Abu Sayyaf camp seized, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
November 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf lair seized, hostages still missing,
November 9, 2000, The Straits Times, p.20, Abu Sayyaf Hostage 'Refuses' Freedom, [Page View]
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November 10, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 12 Abu Sayyaf Killed in Clash, 569 words,
November 10, 2000, AFP, 21 Abu Sayyaf men killed,
November 10, 2000, The Philippine Star, Effigy of "Asiong Salonga" torched in Pampanga rally, by Ding Cervantes, Diigo,
November 10, 2000, The Philippine Star, 500 mayors sign manifesto of support for Estrada, by Cecille Suerte Felipe, Diigo,
November 10, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada admits aide got P200 M from Chavit, by Marichu Villanueva, Diigo,
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November 11, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 21 Abu Sayyaf Men Killed, 493 words
November 11, 2000, The Economist (US), Impeachment in the Philippines, 700+ words,
November 11, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 21 Abu Sayyaf Men Killed, 493 words,
November 11, 2000, Manila Times, 4 Abu rebs, 1 soldier dead in Sulu clash,
November 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf threat diminishing, says Govt,
November 11, 2000, The Philippine Star, Hundreds of families flee MILF attacks Upi town, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
November 11, 2000, The Philippine Star, Lawyers shocked by Estrada's admission, by Marichu Villanueva, Diigo,
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November 12, 2000, The Philippine Star, MILF attacks buses 1 dead 16 hurt, by John Unson, Diigo,
November 12, 2000, The Philippine Star, MILF GRP peace talks may be stalled anew, by John Unson, Diigo,
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November 13, 2000, CNN News, Estrada ImpeachedDiigo,
November 13, 2000, CBC News, 'Resign Erap!' Philippines president Estrada impeached,
November 13, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada insists he did not accept P200-M bribe from ChavitDiigo,
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November 14, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Philippine Leader Estrada Impeached, by David Lamb
November 14, 2000, Gulf News, Estrada impeached in historic Congress move,
November 14, 2000, AFP, Sick American captive taken off Philippine hostage island,
November 14, 2000, Manila Times, 4 Abu rebs, 1 soldier dead in Sulu clash,
November 14, 2000, The Philippine Star, Abu Sabaya's group sighted with Schilling, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
November 14, 2000, The Philippine Star, 11 dead 6 wounded in MILF attacks, by John Unson and Allen Estabillo, Diigo,
November 14, 2000, The Philippine Star, Drilon ousted in Senate coup, by Efren Danao, Diigo,
November 14, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada Impeached, by Jess Diaz, Diigo,
November 14, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada knew about millions Serapio, by Perseus Echeminada, Diigo,
November 14, 2000, The Philippine Star, Stocks fall sharply as investors await results of impeachment moveDiigo,
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November 15, 2000, Associated Press, Hostage in Philippines losing hope,
November 15, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 4 Abu members slain, 48 captured in Jolo,
November 15, 2000, Bernama, The "Sick Man of Asia" Again Causing Regional Concern,
November 15, 2000, BusinessWorld, Arroyo proposes multinational force in Sulu Sea,
November 15, 2000, BusinessWorld, RP may lose out to neighbors in race to lure investments,
November 15, 2000, BusinessWorld (Philippines) Erap drops military rescue option,
November 15, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, Kickbacks allegedly used to pay media to stem bad press,
November 15, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu members down to 200 -- AFPDiigo,
November 15, 2000, The Philippine Star, RP, US panels finalize report on military aid, by Paolo Romero, Diigo,
November 15, 2000, The Philippine Star, Moro rebels abduct 6 in Basilan village, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
November 15, 2000, The Philippine Star, Day of protest presses Estrada's ousterDiigo,
November 15, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada’s impeachment trial starts DecemberDiigo,
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November 16, 2000, The Philippine Star, 7 Sayyaf rebels killed, Diigo,
November 16, 2000, The Philippine Star, OIC to government MILF Stop hostilities pursue peace negotiations, Diigo,
November 16, 2000, The Philippine Star, Trader gunned down, by John Unson, Diigo,
November 16, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu members down to 200 - AFP,
November 16, 2000, Manila Times, Drive to free 2 hostages continues; 7 Sayyaf killed,
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November 17, 2000, The Philippine Star, Seizure of Sayyaf properties mulled; 3 more die in clash, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
November 17, 2000, The Philippine Star, Nur lashes at OIC s RP mission, by Aurea Calica, Diigo,
November 17, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada to face new witnesses evidence, Diigo,
November 17, 2000, AP, Philippine Arroyo: Will resume peace talks with rebels,
November 17, 2000, Bernama, Soldiers to remain on Sabah's islands, says Shafie,
November 17, 2000, Manila Times, 3 more Abu bandits slain by troopers,
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November 18, 2000, ABS-CBN, Govt to sequester Abu Sayyaf ill-gotten properties,
November 18, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Erap Lauds Armed Forces,
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November 19, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 3 More Abu Sayyaf Men Killed, 528 words,
November 19, 2000, Associated Press, 46 Rebels Surrender in Philippines,
November 19, 2000, The Straits Times, p.52, Islamic Power Play. [Page View]
November 19, 2000, The Philippine Star, 8 Sayyaf rebels slain, Diigo,
November 19, 2000, The Philippine Star, Anti-Estrada rallyists clash with Subic guards, Diigo,
November 19, 2000, The Philippine Star, MILF fugitives gird for attacks, Diigo,
November 19, 2000, The Philippine Star, Safeguards eyed for ceasefire with MILF, Diigo,
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November 20, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Truce in Mindanao Urged in Observance of Ramadan, 700+ words,
November 20, 2000, The Philippine Star, GMA set to kick off Mindanao drive vs Estrada, by Edith Regalado, Diigo,
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November 21, 2000, Christian Science Monitor, To save divers' paradise, Malaysia fights lawlessness:
November 21, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 8 Killed in NPA Camarines Raid, 568 words,
November 21, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Jesus Miracle Crusade Backs Erap, by Genalyn D. Kabiling,
November 21, 2000, BusinessWorld, MILF-gov't talks seen soon as Indonesia brokers meet,
November 21, 2000, BusinessWorld, MILF-gov't talks seen soon as Indonesia brokers meet, Diigo,
November 21, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada There is no evidence to convict me, by Marichu Villanueva, Diigo,
November 21, 2000, The Philippine Star, Military ultimatum forces Sayyaf to free tutor, 2 kids, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
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November 22, 2000, The Philippine Star, 2 Sayyaf leaders sighted, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
November 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Misuari aide: Nur in very safe area,
November 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Army chief denies role in overpriced purchases,
November 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Imelda sues gov't for P20 billion,
November 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, U.N. anti-terror treaty falters,
November 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, NEDA: Not all of U.S. financial assistance are loans,
November 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, BBC: Chechen hostages beheaded on bin Laden's orders,
November 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, U.S. rushes new drone, old gunship to battle,
November 22, 2000, ABS-CBN, Marcos widow files $385 M suit vs. RP govt,
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November 23, 2000, The Philippine Star, Abu Sayyaf kidnaps ex-MNLF leader,
November 23, 2000, The Philippine Star, Abu Sayyaf kidnaps ex-MILF leader,
November 23, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada to seek dismissal of impeachment case on technicalities, by Marichu Villanueva, Diigo,
November 23, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada unlikely to meet soon with Salamat Zamora, by John Unson, Diigo,
November 23, 2000, The Philippine Star, Failure of elections feared if Congress fails to OK budget, by Sandy Araneta, Diigo,
November 23, 2000, BusinessWorld, Cause of crisis, economists say, is not economic, by Yasmin Lee G. Arpon, Diigo,
November 23, 2000, Sun Star Zamboanga, 'Robot,' Susukan part ways, by Bong Garcia, Diigo, _________________________________________________________________________________
[Nov. 24, 2000, publicist Salvador "Bubby" Dacer misses appointment with former President Fidel Ramos, who reports him as missing.]

November 24, 2000, The Philippine Star, Shadowy AFP group wants Estrada to quit, by Paolo Romero, Diigo,
November 24, 2000, The Philippine Star, Abducted merchant feared dead, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
November 24, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 2001 polls will be held -- Diokno, by TJ Burgonio, Diigo,
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November 25, 2000, The Philippine Star, "Mad man" arrested in Palace bomb try, by Paolo Romero,
November 25, 2000, PHNO, More Abu Sayyaf Rebels Killed in BattleDiigoDiigo,
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November 26, 2000, The Filipino Express, American captive taken off Jolo, 450 words,
November 26, 2000, The Philippine Star, Sayyaf leader killed in clash, by Roel Pareño,
November 26, 2000, ABS-CBN, One Abu Sayyaf killed in military clash,
November 26, 2000, Manila Times, AFP fears Abu attacks on civilians,
November 26, 2000, The Philippine Star, Rallies hurting economy — Estrada, by Paolo Romero, Diigo,
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November 27, 2000, CNN, Making Enemies, Indonesia needs friends. So why is it picking fights?
November 27, 2000, The Manila Bulletin, Gov't troops retake Camp Bushra, Diigo,
November 27, 2000, The Philippine Star, Scores killed as soldiers retake MILF camp, by Roel Pareño, John Unson, Diigo,
November 27, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada assures military of full support, by Paolo Romero and Jaime Laude, Diigo,
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November 28, 2000, AP, Troops placed on high alert in Southern Philippines,
November 28, 2000, AFP, Abu Sayyaf renews threat to behead American hostage,
November 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, Renegade Abu leader Abdul Midjal killed in clash,
November 28, 2000, The Philippine Star, Erap denies hand in Dacer's disappearance, Diigo,
November 28, 2000, The Philippine Star, Sin renews call for Estrada to quit, by Sandy Araneta, Diigo,
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November 29, 2000, CNN, A Rough Road Ahead, Bad news for the Philippines - and some others,
November 29, 2000, CNN, American Airlines makes overhead bins roomier,
November 29, 2000, ABS-CBN, Basilan residents confirm military torture of Midjal,
November 29, 2000, ABS-CBN, Schilling, Ullah still alive -- Palace,
November 29, 2000, ABS-CBN, AFP declares unilateral ceasefire during "Ramadan",
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November 30, 2000, Filipino Reporter, 700 city residents diarrhea victims, 317 words
November 30, 2000, The Philippine Star, Palace We're not fomenting class war, by Marichu Villanueva, Diigo,
November 30, 2000, The Philippine Star, Soldiers overrun MILF complex in Maguindanao, Diigo,
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December 1, 2000, Orlando Sentinel, Filipinos Protest Estrada,
December 1, 2000, AP, Philippine Muslim Rebels Claim Spokesman Is Dead,
December 1, 2000, The Philippine Star, Military: Drive vs Abu Sayyaf to go on during Ramadan, by Roel Pareno, Diigo,
December 1, 2000, The Philippine Star, Body of doctor kidnapped in Quezon City found in Laguna canal, by Rene Alviar, Diigo,
December 1, 2000, ABS-CBN, Abu Sayyaf not covered by cease-fire - Mercado,
December 1, 2000, SkyscraperCity, The Mindanao Conflict, The Arrival of Islam and Christianity,
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December 2, 2000, The Philippine Star, Government declares holiday ceasefire with NPA, MILFDiigo,
December 2, 2000, The Philippine Star, Cabinet men warn against civil disobedience campaignDiigo,
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December 3, 2000, AFP / Albawaba News, Military Finds Mass Grave in Camp of Muslim Extremist,
December 3, 2000, Bernama, "Pasir Sandera" sends strong message to would-be raiders, by Mohd Haikal Isa,
December 3, 2000, ABS-CBN, Schilling roaming in Jolo?,
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December 4, 2000, Los Angeles Times Wire Reports, 15 Rebels Found in Grave, Officials Say,
December 4, 2000, ABS-CBN, Schilling roaming in Jolo?,
December 4, 2000, The Straits Times, p.7, Estrada turns to TV to trumpet his achievements, [Page View]
December 4, 2000, The Straits Times, p.12, Abu Sayyaf mass grave discovered, [Page View]
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December 5, 2000, CNN, Bid to limit Estrada trial protests,
December 5, 2000, ABS-CBN, Four killed, 24 hurt in Abu Sayyaf clashes in Sulu,
December 5, 2000, Sun Star, 2 killed, 24 wounded in renewed MNLF, gov't clash in Sulu
December 5, 2000, The Manila Times, Mindanao clash: 4 dead, 24 hurt, by Maritess Fernandez,
December 5, 2000, The Straits Times, p.12, Surprise!, [Page View]
December 5, 2000, The Straits Times, p.14, Abu Sayyaf Mass Grave Found, [Page View]
December 5, 2000, Sun Star, 2 killed, 24 wounded in renewed MNLF, gov't clash in Sulu,
December 5, 2000, The Philippine Star, Another Palace attack Gloria, by Liberty Dones and Marichu Villanueva, Diigo,
December 5, 2000, The Philippine Star, MILF waylays Cotabato farmers, by John Unson, Diigo,
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December 6, 2000, The Atlantic, At Home with Mayor Baby, by James Ross,
December 6, 2000, CNN, Long list of witnesses for Estrada impeachment in Philippines,
December 6, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Erap Suspends NPA Operations, 700+ words,
December, 6, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, In the Spirit of Ramadan: Schillings Mother Pleads for His Life,
December 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, MILF calls surrender of 600 men propagandaDiigo,
December 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, Government officials ink pact on South's development, by Rey Arquiza, Diigo,
December 6, 2000, The Philippine Star, God gave Estrada to Filipinos, by Jess Diaz, Diigo,
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December 7, 2000, CNN, Estrada compared to Marcos and Julius Caesar as trial begins,
December 7, 2000, Los Angeles Times, Rebel Leader Offers to Surrender, by David Lamb,
December 7, 2000, The Cincinnati Post, Hostage's Mother Pleads for Release,
December 7, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, Rebel commander offers to surrender,
December 7, 2000, The Philippine Star, Military officer sowing dissension in ranks – Aguirre, by Paolo Romero, Diigo,
December 7, 2000, The Philippine Star, Prosecutors to present 54 witnesses, by Perseus Echeminada, Diigo,
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December 8, 2000, CNN, Impeachment witness testifies she collected gambling money for Estrada,
December 8, 2000, International Herald Tribune, Asia-Pacific Military Cooperation Is a Good Work in Progress, by Admiral Dennis Blair,
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December 9, 2000, ABS-CBN, FLASH REPORT: Robot injured in gun battle,
December 9, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Refocus Attention on Mindanao -- Honasan,
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December 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, People's tribunal begins Erap trial, Diigo,
December 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Erap to replace sentence of death convicts to life imprisonment, Diigo,
December 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, Peace pact signed with rebel group, Diigo,
December 10, 2000, ABS-CBN, "Injured" Kumander Robot spotted in Jolo,
December 10, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, Estrada took part of Jolo ransom: Report, [Page View]
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December 11, 2000, BBC News, Estrada denies German ransom allegations, Diigo,
December 11, 2000, CNN, Prosecution draws criticism in Philippine impeachment trial,
December 11, 2000, ABS-CBN, Malacañang to file suit vs Der Spiegel, Diigo,
December 11, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Source says Jolo ransom in 2 banks,
December 11, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Source says Jolo ransom in 2 banks, by Donna S. Cueto, Diigo,
December 11, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, US newspapers see trial of RP democracy, by Amando Doronila, Diigo,
December 11, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Erap commutes death sentences to life terms,
December 11, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Erap: Free all political prisoners,
December 11, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, The JV Files: Libel cases vs journalists,
December 11, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 'People’s Trial' opens; Erap faces nine cases,
December 11, 2000, The Straits Times, p.12, Did Estrada take ransom money?, [Page View]
December 11, 2000, The Philippine Star, German mag dared to substantiate rap, by Paolo Romero, Diigo,
December 11, 2000, The Philippine Star, Even in Islam Estrada won't find moral solace, by Ding Cervantes, Diigo,
December 11, 2000, The Philippine Star, Government signs peace pact with ABB, by Antonieta Lopez, Diigo,
December 11, 2000, The Philippine Star, Muslim groups pray for Estrada ouster nightly, Diigo,
December 11, 2000, The Philippine Star, Cory Luisita probe a retaliation, by Ding Cervantes, Diigo,
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December 12, 2000, CNN, Prosecution seeks to strengthen case in impeachment of Philippine president,
December 12, 2000, BBC News, Estrada denies German ransom allegations,
December 12, 2000, AFP, Estrada to file lawsuit against German magazine,
December 12, 2000, Gulf News, President to file lawsuit against German magazine, by Barbara Mae Dacanay,
December 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, German cops disprove Abu ransom kickback story,
December 12, 2000, Sun Star, Palace says Erap did not take ransom money,
December 12, 2000, The Manila Times, Embassy: 'Spiegel' credible,
December 12, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, President Estrada to sue German magazine,
December 12, 2000, BusinessWorld, Area network aims to promote cooperation in Asia-Pacific,
December 12, 2000, The Straits Times, p.7, Two banks 'holding Jolo hostage ransom payments',
December 12, 2000, The Philippine Star Editorial, Where are the Abu Sayyaf terrorists?, Diigo,
December 12, 2000, Sun Star, Palace says Erap did not take ransom money, by Ritchie Horario, Diigo,
December 12, 2000, ABS-CBN 11:35 PM, Estrada lawyers fail to stop "prejudicial" transcripts, Diigo,
December 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, 8:10 PM, Abat renews call for military intervention, Diigo,
December 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, 8:10 PM, People's court continues mock trial, Diigo,
December 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, 8:10 PM, PMA Class 71 defers adoption of Erap, Diigo,
December 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, 7:52 PM, Palace snubs junta gov't plot, Diigo,
December 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, 2:41 PM, Shortened trial seen today, Diigo,
December 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, 11:32 AM, Interview with Atty. Estelito Mendoza (In Filipino)
December 12, 2000, ABS-CBN, 10:16 AM, Interview with Press Secretary Ricardo "Dong" Puno (In Filipino)
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December 13, 2000, Gulf News, Estrada to file protest over ransom payoffs, by Barbara Mae Dacanay...,
December 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, German cops disprove Abu ransom kickback story,
December 13, 2000, The Manila Times 'Robot' to surrender (Sayyaf chieftain expected to clear Estrada,
December 13, 2000, The Manila Times, 'Der Spittel', by Herman Tiu Laurel,
December 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Abu double-crossed, says MILF spokesman,
December 13, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, DFA instructed to protest Der Spiegel story,
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December 14, 2000, CNN, 12:16 p.m. HKT, Estrada, hurt by charges, may testify at trial,
December 14, 2000, CNN, Estrada denies receiving check from Philippine gambling bosses,
December 14, 2000, The Manila Times, Estrada seeks early surrender of Sayyaf’s Commander Robot,
December 14, 2000, The Philippine Star, Op-Ed, Suddenly, Erap needs Abu Sayyaf to clear him, by Federico D. Pascual, Diigo,
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December 15, 2000, CNN, Philippine president admits consultant accepted check,
December 15, 2000, The Philippine Star, Editorial, Guarding against dirty money, Diigo,
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December 16, 2000, CNN, Philippine president changes statement about $100,000 check,
December 16, 2000, Gulf News, Estrada pledges to work 'double time', by Gilbert Felongco,
December 16, 2000, The Straits Times, p.16, 'No evidence', said German agency, [Page View]
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December 17, 2000, CNN, Philippine impeachment prosecutors to call handwriting expert,
December 17, 2000, The Independent, 100,000 flee Philippines' forgotten war, Richard Lloyd Parry,
December 17, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 3 killed in Basilan Abu Sayyaf attack, 376 words,
December 17, 2000, ABS-CBN, 11:29 PM, 7 people massacred in Bacolod,
December 17, 2000, The Philippine Star, Senators must decide if they are only judges, by Federico D. Pascual, Diigo,
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December 18, 2000, The Manila Times, OIC to mediate in conflict between government, MNLF,
December 18, 2000, The Philippine Star, ARMM sectors decry absence of Nur led Ramadan festivities, by John Unson, Diigo,
December 18, 2000, The Philippine Star, Rebs step up taxation for CPP anniversary, by Charlie Lagasca, Diigo,
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December 19, 2000, AP / Telegraph-Herald (Dubuque), Philippines says it won't negotiate hostage release,
December 19, 2000, The Philippine Star, 'No more hostage talks with Sayyaf' Palace says, Diigo,
December 19, 2000, The Philippine Star, Estrada critics in military, police receive threats, by Paolo Romero, Diigo,
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December 20, 2000, CNN, Crucial Estrada case bank records opened in court,
December 20, 2000, The Straits Times, p.19, Manila vows to rescue two remaining hostages, [Page View]
December 20, 2000, The Philippine Star, 7 Abu Sayyaf Men Killed in Clashes, by Roel Pareño, Diigo,
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December 21, 2000, CNN, Estrada prosecutors try to show paper trail in impeachment,
December 21, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Aide asks German mag for ransom proof, 700+ words,
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December 22, 2000, CNN, Bank executive testifies Philippine president used false name,
December 22, 2000, Gulf News, Rebel leader backtracks on surrender offer, by Barbara Mae Dacanay,
December 22, 2000, The Straits Times, p.1, I'll testify for you, Abu Sayyaf chief to Estrada: [Page View]
December 22, 2000, The Philippine Star, Reyes denies military intel agents monitoring Espinosa, Diigo,
December 22, 2000, The Philippine Star, No more libel suit vs Der Spiegel? by Marichu Villanueva, Diigo,
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December 23, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Service and Commitment for National Progress,
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December 24, 2000, The Washington Post, Planned Jan. 2000 Attacks Failed or Were Thwarted,
December 24, 2000, Albany Times Union (NY), Clues Hint at Failed Terror Plot, 700+ words,
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December 26, 2000, The Philippine Star, Captive cop, soldier joining communist rebs in attacks? Diigo,
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December 28, 2000, CNN, Estrada may be losing ability to govern Philippines, minister says,
December 28, 2000, BBC News, Philippine priest shot dead, [Fr. Benjamin Inocencio] Diigo,
December 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, 8:15 PM, Abu Sayyaf leader captured in Manila, [Janjalani] Diigo,
December 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, 8:09 PM, Malversation raps filed vs. Mandaluyong cashier, Diigo,
December 28, 2000, ABS-CBN, 1:52 PM, Catholic priest ambushed by Abu Sayyaf in Sulu, [Fr. Benjamin Inocencio] Diigo,
December 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, 1:07 AM, Estrada-Church plot to scrap death penalty hit, Diigo,
December 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, 1:07 AM, Commutation fitting end to Catholic Jubilee Year, Diigo,
December 13, 2000, ABS-CBN, 9:07 PM, German cops disprove Abu ransom kickback story, Diigo,
December 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Hostage to the news: Reporter trapped in jungle, by Andreas Lorenz,
December 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Muslim rebels nab businessman, 512 words,
December 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, American hostage asks gov't: 'end my misery',
December 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Secession war vexing for Mindanao, by Chris D. Kabasares,
December 28, 2000, Filipino Reporter, Muslim women joining exodus of undocumented workers overseas,
December 28, 2000, The Philippine Star, Another NPA-RHB clash leaves 5 dead, by Ding Cervantes, Diigo,
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December 29, 2000, BBC News, Philippine priest shot dead,
December 29, 2000, BBC News, Philippine rebels granted amnestyDiigo,
December 29, 2000, CNN, President Estrada shrugs off senior Philippine minister's concerns,
December 29, 2000, AP International, Suspected Muslim Rebels Kill Priest,
December 29, 2000, Manila Bulletin, Jolo Priest Shot Dead by Abu Sayyaf, 575 words,
December 29, 2000, The Straits Times, p.10, Rebel leader nabbed in Manila, [Page View]
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December 30, 2000, BBC News, Who are the Abu Sayyaf?,
December 30, 2000, The Washington Post, Explosions in Manila Kill at Least 12; Islamic Groups Suspect
December 30, 2000, The Associated Press / Seattle Times, Bombings in Philippines ignite fear, by Adam Brown, Diigo,
December 30, 2000 , Associated Press, At least 12 killed as bombs hit Manila, by Adam Brown,
December 30, 2000, NPR, Continuing investigation into five bomb explosions today in the Philippines,
December 30, 2000, Birmingham Evening Mail, Twelve dead in bomb blasts,
December 30, 2000, New Straits Times, Resilient despite hiccups, by Shareem Amry, 700+ words,
December 30, 2000, The Straits Times, p.8, Police foil plot by Abu Sayyaf to terrorize Manila, [Page View]
December 30, 2000, The Straits Times, p.15, Manila adopts 'carrot and stick' approach, [Page View]
December 30, 2000, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Military to step up offensive vs Abu Sayyaf, by Noralyn Mustafa, Diigo,
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December 31, 2000, Washington Post, Philippine Police Comb Wreckage for Clues, Rajiv Chandrasekaran,
December 31, 2000, Chicago Sun-Times, 11 killed as bombs rip Philippines, by Rajiv Chandrasekaran,
December 31, 2000, The Independent (London) 14 Killed in Manila Bomb Blasts, by Raymond Whitaker,
December 31, 2000, Scotland on Sunday, Panic as Manila bomb blasts leave 13 dead and 95 injured,
December 31, 2000, The Sunday Herald, Separatists blamed for Filipino bombings, by Dolly Aglay,
December 31, 2000, Associated Press / Seattle Times, Investigation under way in Philippine blasts, by Adam Brown, Diigo,
December 31, 2000, Filipinas, Philippine peso free falling,
December 31, 2000, Gulf News, Two suspects in police custody, by Regina Bengco,
December 31, 2000, Gulf News, 14 killed, 100 injured in wave of Manila bombings,Barbara Mae Dacanay,
December 31, 2000, Manila Bulletin, 14 Dead in 5 Metro Blasts; LRT, Bus among Targets of Attack,
December 31, 2000, The Straits Times, p.1, 13 Killed in Manila Bombings, [Page View]
December 31, 2000, The Straits Times, p.4, Communists, Muslims face blast blame, [Page View]
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