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Civilians in Maguindanao del Sur and del Norte voluntarily surrendered 35 firearms to government authorities on February 16, 2026. The weapons included rifles, grenade launchers, and ammunition, with 17 surrendered in Talayan and 18 in Talitay. The formal turnover was conducted by military officials including Brigadier General Edgar Catu, highlighting community support in the campaign against unlicensed guns.