MEDIA ADVISORY: PRESS CONFERENCE on the 4th month since the Negros 19 Killings
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MEDIA ADVISORY
For August 19, 2026
PRESS CONFERENCE on the 4th month since the Negros 19 Killings:
Presentation of Fact-Finding Mission Report
AUGUST 19, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Sikat Events Place, 305 Tomas Morato Avenue
Brgy. South Triangle, Quezon City
Four months after the killing of 19 persons in Toboso, Negros Occidental, a press conference will be held to present the findings of the National Fact-finding and Solidarity Mission conducted in Toboso in May 2026.
The report, presented in time for International Humanitarian Law (IHL) month, includes findings on the circumstances surrounding the April 19 killings, and raises serious concerns on the protection of civilians, conduct of military operations, and violations of the IHL.
The event also coincides with activities tomorrow in Bacolod City.
Media coverage is requested.
Reference: KARAPATAN Public Information Desk, 09189790580
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