• Leaders of the Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats have united in support of party president Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, rejecting what they call baseless accusations linking him to budget and flood-control controversies.
• Philippine Army troops continue pursuit operations in Jaro, Leyte after a clash killed three New People’s Army members. The military is working to identify the deceased and urged remaining rebels to surrender through government reintegration programs.
• Philippine Army troops killed three suspected communist rebels and seized two high-powered firearms in a clash in Jaro, Leyte on November 17. The military was responding to resident complaints of harassment by armed groups in the area.
• Brigadier General Pompeyo Jason Almagro assumed command of the 802nd Infantry Brigade on November 8, 2025. He emphasized a leadership philosophy of service and collaboration with civilian partners to achieve lasting peace in Eastern Visayas.
• The office of Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez and Tingog Partylist provided relief packs to nearly 3,000 residents of Catbalogan City affected by Typhoon Uwan. The aid included food and essential supplies for families in evacuation centers.
• The Court of Appeals has voided the civil forfeiture case against journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio and church worker Marielle Domequil, ruling there was no evidence linking them to terrorist groups. The court cautioned authorities against “hasty red-tagging” of human rights defenders.
• Amid Typhoon Tino, Philippine soldiers clashed with communist rebels in Eastern Samar, killing one insurgent. The military continued pursuit operations and disaster response, urging remaining rebels to surrender for a peaceful reintegration.
• Former Speaker Martin Romualdez says he remains unfazed by allegations, stating no sworn witness has accused him of wrongdoing. He declined to comment on Zaldy Co’s unsworn claims, expressing confidence in the official inquiry.
• Following typhoons and earthquakes, Leyte’s third district plans a natural history museum in Calubian. The science-based project will educate the public about the region’s unique geology and inherent disaster risks.
• Twelve years after Typhoon Yolanda, Tacloban City is still struggling to provide adequate permanent housing. Mayor Alfred Romualdez cited substandard construction in 40% of relocation units and is now using new funding for repairs.
Lakas-CMD Chiefs Unite Behind Romualdez, Denounce Unfounded Budget Controversy Claims 
8ID Tightens Security in Leyte Hinterlands After Deadly Clash 
8ID Neutralizes 3 CNTs, Seizes 2 Firearms in Jaro, Leyte 
Peerless Brigade Enters New Chapter, Prioritizes Community Partnership and Public Safety 
Romualdez, Tingog Partylist Continue Relief Efforts for Areas Hit by Successive Typhoons ‘Tino,’ ‘Uwan’ 
CA Nullifies Seizure of Funds from Journalist, Lay Worker; Cites Lack of Evidence of CPP-NPA Ties 
Two Storms in Samar: Soldiers Face Rebels and Typhoon Tino in a Night of Courage and Chaos 
Leyte First District Congressman Romualdez Vows Full Cooperation as Inquiry Continues 
The Foundations of Resilience: A Story of Calubian’s Museum 
12 Years After Yolanda: Tacloban’s Unfinished Battle for Safe Homes