Philippines: May 24, 2001

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Abu Sayyaf rebels in small boats surrounded a ferry off Basilan. The passengers were robbed and four of them taken as human shields.  Meanwhile, more troops were dispatched to pursue Abu Sayyaf rebels who attempted to kidnap people from a tourist resort. 

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