Mamasapano Incident

The Mamasapano Incident occurred on January 25, 2015, in Maguindanao, Philippines, during a police operation aimed at capturing a high-profile terrorist, Zulkifli bin Hir, known as Marwan. A Special Action Force (SAF) unit engaged in a firefight with local armed groups, including the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and other factions. The operation resulted in the deaths of 44 SAF commandos, which raised significant controversy regarding the government's handling of the mission, the rules of engagement, and the peace process with Muslim groups. It spurred public outcry and discussions about security and governance in the region.