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The Maguindanao massacre occurs in Ampatuan, Maguindanao, Philippines; 58 opponents of Andal Ampatuan Jr. are kidnapped and killed.
In the deadliest election-related violence in Philippine history, 58 individuals are kidnapped and killed in Maguindanao province.
On November 23, 2009, gunmen and armed men stormed a convoy of political activists in Ampatuan, Maguindanao.
They kidnapped and executed 58 people, including lawyers, journalists, and family members.
The massacre was orchestrated by forces loyal to then-governor Andal Ampatuan Jr., targeting rival candidates.
It remains the single deadliest instance of political violence in the Philippines.
The atrocity prompted national and international outrage, leading to years of legal proceedings.
The long-delayed trial has highlighted issues of impunity and political dynasties in the country.
2009
Maguindanao massacre
Ampatuan, Maguindanao
Andal Ampatuan Jr.