The Philippine soldiers, using night-vision goggles, decided to intercept the boat after they saw seven armed men on board, officials said.

Friday's events, in which Philippine soldiers engaged in serious exchanges of fire for the first time, were seen as a turning point.

The base is now being guarded by several hundred Philippine soldiers.

Several Philippine soldiers are stationed on the island since 1968 when Philippines occupied this feature.

These Bohol natives were even more poorly armed than the regular Philippine soldiers.

However, he said that this will not hinder the Philippine soldiers from defending the islands.

Philippine soldiers are angling for new laser targeting gear, out of respect for American technology.

It was only the start of an interrogation by Philippine soldiers in August 1976.

Several Philippine soldiers are stationed here since 1968, when Philippines occupied this feature.

Philippine soldiers have begun a campaign against the group, which is holding 17 people, including 2 Americans, as hostages.