July 18, 2026
5 developments
Sulu remains a priority
OPAPRU confirmed the 1996 MNLF agreement still covers the province despite its BARMM exit.
Comelec disqualifies a UBJP candidate
Anwar Alamada's certificate was cancelled over residency; an appeal followed.
Marcos appoints Sarmiento
The peace adviser became chair of the government peace panel two months before the election.
Gun ban begins with a killing
A BARMM town councilor was shot dead on the first day of the ban.
Defections to BFP continue
Maguindanao del Sur Representative Mangudadatu left UBJP for the new party.