So then, logically, could Philippine surrender spark a narrower war?As Philippine Armed Forces (AFP) - advised by US military personnel - move against insurgents in the southern Philippines, there is the danger that the clashes could ignite more violence in the restive region. However the offensive could lead to large-scale fighting, as two larger militia groups opposed to the government have exchanged fire with the army in recent weeks.
| Good backgrounder on operations in the Philippines, but the "fears" are tedious. |