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Office of Justice for Victims of Overseas Terrorism

Philippines- Office of Justice for Victims of Overseas Terrorism Interactive Map

** This interactive map reflects OVT activities in connection with terrorist attacks involving U.S. citizens overseas. Select a country listed below or on the map. The accomplishments indicated on this map are a representative sample of OVT accomplishments and are not exhaustive of OVT work.

Algeria | Bangladesh | Belgium | Brazil | Burkina Faso | Colombia | Ecuador | Egypt | France | Gaza/Israel/Jerusalem/West Bank | Germany | Greece | India | Indonesia | Jordan | Kenya | Libya | Mali | Pakistan | Panama | Philippines | Somalia | Spain | Syria | Tanzania | Turkey | Uganda | United Kingdom | Yemen

 

Interactive World Map

Philippines

ITVERP Designations

  • July 12, 2011 hostage taking and release in Zamboanga City.
  • September 29, 2009 Jolo bombing.
  • March 4, 2003 bombing in Davao City.
  • October 2, 2002 bombing in Zamboanga City.
  • May 26, 2001 hostage taking and murder in Palawan.
  • December 27, 1995 hostage taking on Mindao Island, Lake Sebu.
  • November 14, 1993 hostage taking on Pangutaran Island, Sulu Batu.
  • August 10, 1991 bombing in Zamboanga City.
  • April 21, 1989 armed attack in Quezon City.

Other Advocacy and Assistance

  • July 12, 2011 hostage taking in Zamboanga City.
    • Organized travel arrangements for a survivor and a support person to travel to the Philippines to testify.
  • September 29, 2009 Jolo bombing.
    • OVT is sending updates to the U.S. victims of the bombing to stay current on the Philippine court proceedings that are ongoing.