![Three Abu Sayyaf kidnap victims return to Tawau Three Abu Sayyaf kidnap victims return to Tawau](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-04/61460555928_HandTied.jpg)
Three Abu Sayyaf kidnap victims return to Tawau
Three Malaysians who were released by Abu Sayyaf militants on March 27 after being kidnapped for eight months, arrived at Tawau Airport, here today.
Tue Apr 04 2017
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Najib meets three victims of kidnapping by Abu Sayyaf militants
Najib spent about half-an-hour with the three victims who were accompanied by their family members at the prime minister's residence, here at about 8.15 this morning.
Thu Mar 30 2017
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Philippine troops rescue two Malaysians kidnapped by Abu Sayyaf militants
Tayudin Anjut, 45, and Abdurahim Bin Sumas, 62, were rescued in waters off Pata island in southern Sulu province, said Major General Carlito Galvez Jr., commander of the Western Mindanao Command.
Thu Mar 23 2017
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Abu Sayyaf militants behind Philippine bombing: mayor
Abu Sayyaf militant group carried out a bomb attack in Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's home town that killed at least 14 people, the city's mayor said Saturday.
Sat Sep 03 2016
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Claims of another 4 Malaysians kidnapped unconfirmed - IGP
Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar says he cannot confirm the claims that four Malaysians have been kidnapped in Sulu waters today.
Thu Jun 16 2016
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Philippine military confirms release of four Malaysians, unsure if ransoms were paid
Four Malaysian sailors held for more than two months by the Abu Sayyaf militants were released on Wednesday, the Philippine military said.
Wed Jun 08 2016
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MMEA Lahad Datu finds hijacked 'Anand 12' barge
MMEA Lahad Datu today found the 'Anand 12' barge which is believed to have been hijacked by the Abu Sayyaf militants on the Philippines waters on March 26.
Mon Apr 04 2016