Reds declare Christmas, New Year ceasefire

MANILA, Philippines — The Maoist’s ruling party on Monday declared a four-day ceasefire for Christmas and New Year, prompting the New People’s Army (NPA) to be on the defensive during this period. The central committee of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) declared a ceasefire from 00:00 hours of December 25, 2025 to 23:59