54th Anniversary of Martial Law Declaration | Sept. 21, 2026
Protesters and rights groups marked the anniversary with rallies and memorials as police deployed more than 17,000 officers nationwide, officials said.
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Protesters mark Martial Law anniversary, demand accountability, corruption probe
MANILA, Philippines — Around 2,200 protesters gathered at Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila on Monday to mark the 54th anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law, calling for accountability over alleged corruption, flood-control projects, and human rights issues, according to the Manila Police District (MPD).The MPD estimated the crowd at 1,100 when the program started at 2:55 p.m., before updating the count to 2,200 when the gathering ended at 4:…
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CBCPNewsChurch official: Remember martial law to guard against abuses today
MANILA — An official of the Conference of Major Superiors in the Philippines urged Catholics Monday to turn remembrance of Martial Law into vigilance against abuses of power and threats to human dignity. “Remembering is not being trapped in the past. Remembering means guarding the future,” said Fr. Angelito Cortez, OFM, CMSP co-executive secretary, in […] The post Church official: Remember martial law to guard against abuses today appeared first…
54th anniversary of martial law declaration | Sept. 21, 2026
MANILA, Philippines – Various groups are set to hold rallies, marches and commemorative activities across the country on Monday as the Philippines marks the 54th anniversary of the declaration of martial law. In Metro Manila, protesters are expected to gather at Liwasang Bonifacio before proceeding toward Mendiola, while other activities are planned at the EDSA Shrine, People Power Monument and other areas. Authorities have tightened security …
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