The United States Embassy in Manila, Philippines, has issued a warning to American citizens against associating with insurgent groups, specifically the New People’s Army (NPA), which is recognized as a foreign terrorist organization by both the US and Philippine governments. The embassy highlighted that individuals near NPA elements face significant risks, including arrest, injury, or death. This advisory follows recent violent encounters, notably an incident on April 19 in Toboso, Negros Occidental, where 19 individuals, including two US citizens named Lyle Prijoles and Kai Dana-Rene Sorem, were killed. The embassy urged Americans to avoid rural and mountainous areas known for NPA activity and to seek assistance if they inadvertently connect with groups suspected of terrorism. They also advised that volunteers engage only with organizations registered with the Philippines National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency to ensure safety and proper security measures.