A violent incident unfolded in two different towns under the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) as unidentified motorcycle riders hurled grenades at military checkpoints, injuring two soldiers and three civilians.The attacks occurred within a 12-hour span, prompting immediate police and military responses.

Authorities suspect the perpetrators are remnants of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF), a group previously linked to insurgency in the region.The first attack targeted a military post in Maguindanao del Norte, while the second struck a checkpoint in Maguindanao del Sur.Both incidents resulted in casualties and heightened security alerts.Local officials emphasized the need for coordinated efforts between law enforcement and the military to dismantle such threats.The BARMM government has pledged support for investigations, highlighting the importance of maintaining stability in conflict-prone areas.The attacks underscore ongoing challenges in ensuring peace and security in Mindanao despite years of negotiation and ceasefire agreements.