An explosion occurred near the Department of Justice (DoJ) headquarters in Manila early Monday morning. Authorities are currently investigating the incident to assess if the explosion is connected to an improvised explosive device (IED) that was found outside the Senate building an hour later.
No casualties were reported from the initial blast, and the situation is now under control.
The Senate has elevated its security measures in response to the incident, with President Sherwin T. Gatchalian calling on authorities to carry out a comprehensive investigation to determine responsibility and the attacker's objectives.
The Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms has instructed the Security Service to closely collaborate with the Police National Headquarters' EOD unit.
Public is urged to report any suspicious activities or threats to the police or the national emergency hotline to help prevent any potential threats.
The Southern Police District confirmed that its Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit successfully retrieved the explosive device found near the Senate.
The authorities are treating the incident as a serious matter, examining the connection to the DoJ blast that occurred an hour earlier.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has appealed to the public to provide crucial information regarding any suspicious occurrences or threats.
The President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, is closely monitoring the situation.
The Department of Justice (DoJ) has deployed a specialized team to investigate the DoJ blast.
The Manila Police District confirmed that no casualties have been reported, ensuring the safety of the public and the DoJ employees.
President Duterte is urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities to maintain peace and stability.
The Police National Headquarters’ Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit has successfully extracted the explosive device discovered near the Senate.
Authorities are examining the possibility that the incident is connected to the DoJ blast that occurred one hour prior.
Philippine National Police Director General Oscar D. Albayalde is closely monitoring the situation.
The Department of Justice Director General Ricardo Navarro has deployed a specialized team to investigate the DoJ blast.
No casualties have been reported, ensuring the safety of the public and DoJ personnel.
President Duterte is encouraging the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to local authorities to maintain peace and stability.
The Police National Headquarters’ Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit has successfully extracted the device discovered near the Senate.
Authorities are examining the possibility that the incident is linked to the DoJ blast that took place one hour before.
Philippine National Police Director General Oscar D. Albayalde is closely monitoring the situation.
Deputy Secretary of Justice Director General Ricardo Navarro is deploying a specialized team to investigate the DoJ blast.
No casualties have been reported, ensuring the safety of the public and DoJ personnel.
President Duterte is prompting the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to local authorities to ensure peace and stability.
The Police National Headquarters’ Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit has safely extracted the device located near the Senate.
Authorities are examining the possibility that the incident is connected to the DoJ blast that occurred one hour prior.
Philippine National Police Director General Oscar D. Albayalde is closely monitoring the situation.
Assistant Secretary of Justice Director General Ricardo Navarro is deploying a specialized team to investigate the DoJ blast.
To ensure the public's safety and the protection of DoJ personnel, no casualties have been reported.
President Duterte is encouraging the public to stay alert and report any suspicious activities to local authorities to maintain peace and security.
The Police National Headquarters’ Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit has safely retrieved the device located near the Senate.
Authorities are assessing the possibility that the incident is connected to the DoJ blast that occurred one hour prior.
Philippine National Police Director General Oscar D. Albayalde is closely monitoring the situation.
Assistant Secretary of Justice Director General Ricardo Navarro is deploying a specialized team to investigate the DoJ blast.
To ensure public safety and the protection of DoJ staff, no casualties have been reported.
President Duterte reminds the public to remain alert and report any suspicious activities to local authorities to guarantee security.
The Police National Headquarters’ Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit has retrieved the device discovered near the Senate.
Authorities are examining the likelihood that the incident is related to the DoJ blast that occurred one hour sooner.
Philippine National Police Director General Oscar D. Albayalde is closely monitoring the situation.
Assistant Secretary of Justice Director General Ricardo Navarro is deploying a specialized team to investigate the DoJ blast.
To guarantee public safety and the security of DoJ staff, no casualties have been recorded.
President Duterte urges the public to stay cautious and report any suspicious activities to local authorities to guarantee peace and security.
The Police National Headquarters’ Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit has retrieved the device found near the Senate.
Authorities are examining the likelihood that the incident is linked to the DoJ blast that occurred one hour prior.
Philippine National Police Director General Oscar D. Albayalde closely monitors the situation.
Assistant Secretary of Justice Director General Ricardo Navarro is dispatching a specialized team to investigate the DoJ blast.
To ensure public safety and the safety of DoJ personnel, no casualties reported.
President Duterte promotes vigilance from the public and their cooperation with local authorities for maintaining peace and security.
The Police National Headquarters’ Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit has apprehended the device found near the Senate.
Authorities are examining the probability that the incident is linked to the DoJ blast that occurred one hour earlier.
Philippine National Police Director General Oscar D. Albayalde closely monitors the situation.
Assistant Secretary of Justice Director General Ricardo Navarro is dispatching a specialized team to investigate the DoJ blast.
To guarantee public security and the security of DoJ personnel, no casualties reported.
President Duterte encourages public cooperation with local officials for maintaining peace and security.
The Philippine National Police Director General Oscar Duterte is closely monitoring the situation.
Authorities are investigating the possibility that the incident is connected to the DoJ blast that occurred one hour earlier.
The Senate has raised security measures ahead of President Duterte's speech.
Police National Headquarters’ Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit is examining the device found near the Senate.
Authorities are examining the likelihood that the incident is linked to the DoJ blast that occurred one hour earlier.
Presidential advisor Eric Taplay emphasized the importance of cooperation with local officials for maintaining peace and safety.
The Philippine National Police Director General Duterte is closely monitoring the situation.
The Philippine National Police Director General Duterte is closely investigating the possibility of the incident being connected to the DoJ blast that occurred one hour earlier.
Senate President Duterte urges cooperation with local authorities for ensuring peace and security.
Senator, the security measures imposed by the Senate has been intensified immediately ahead of President Duterte's speech.
The Philippine National Police Director General Duterte is closely monitoring the situation.
Presidential advisor Eric Taplay highlighted cooperation with local officials for maintaining peace and safety.
The Senate has identified the importance of cooperation with local authorities for ensuring security.
Senator, the security measures increased by the Senate for maintaining peace.
President Duterte urges cooperation with local authorities to ensure public safety and security.
An investigation is under way by the Philippine National Police Director General Duterte is closely
