Historical Events tagged with "benigno aquino"
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Philippines and MILF Sign Historic Peace Accord
The Philippine government finalized a peace agreement with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) aimed at ending over four decades of conflict in Mindanao. The agreement was part of a series of negotiations spanning more than 17 years, focusing on issues of autonomy and social justice for the Bangsamoro people. President Benigno Aquino III and MILF chairman Murad Ebrahim officially signed the accord, emphasizing the goal of achieving lasting peace and development in the region.
Continue ReadingBenigno Aquino Jr. Found Guilty and Sentenced
Benigno Aquino Jr., a prominent politician in the Philippines, was convicted by the Philippine Military Commission No. 2 and sentenced to death by firing squad. The military commission, established under martial law by President Ferdinand Marcos, found Aquino guilty of charges related to subversion and conspiracy. Following his sentencing, Aquino remained imprisoned until his eventual assassination in 1983, which sparked widespread condemnation and protests against the Marcos regime.
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