Bomb Scare in Manila Ahead of President Marcos's Speech

Jul 27, 2026

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Jul 27, 2026 11:30

Explosion, 'suspected bomb' in Philippine capital before Marcos speech

## Bomb Detonation Near Justice Ministry

A homemade explosive device detonated near the entrance of the Philippine justice ministry early Monday morning. Fortunately, the blast resulted in no casualties. This incident occurred just hours before President Ferdinand Marcos was scheduled to deliver his annual State of the Nation address.

## Suspected Device Found Near Senate

Later in the morning, a suspected unexploded device was discovered near the Senate building in Pasay City, part of Metro Manila. A tow truck driver noticed the device on a street adjacent to the Senate and alerted security personnel. The police, trained in handling explosives, safely removed the device, which included components such as a blasting cap and a jar with a "brown powder."

## Security Concerns and Political Tensions

The incidents have raised security concerns, especially given their timing before a significant political event. National police chief Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr suggested a possible connection between the two incidents. The events occur amid heightened political tensions, with Vice President Sara Duterte facing an impeachment trial and ongoing public unrest over a corruption scandal involving fake flood control projects.

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