Philippines Refutes Terrorist Training Allegations

The Philippines' National Security Adviser, Eduardo Ano, clarified that there is no evidence suggesting the two suspects in the Bondi Beach attack received military training in the Philippines. Ano emphasized that merely visiting the country doesn't support allegations, and their stay was too short for any structured training.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Manila | Updated: 17-12-2025 15:25 IST | Created: 17-12-2025 15:25 IST
Philippines Refutes Terrorist Training Allegations
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The Philippines' National Security Adviser, Eduardo Ano, has dismissed allegations that the two men accused of the Bondi Beach attack had military training in the Philippines.

Speaking on Wednesday, Ano stated that merely visiting the Philippines does not substantiate claims of terrorist training.

He further highlighted that the suspects' brief stay wouldn't allow for any structured training.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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