Authorities discovered an improvised explosive device (IED) near the building housing the Senate of the Philippines on Monday morning, July 27, 2026, hours before a scheduled session (sunstar.com.ph). The device was found in a nearby area, prompting a swift security response. Police and military personnel were deployed to secure the site and conduct a thorough inspection.
The IED was identified as a pressure cooker filled with explosives, according to officials. No casualties were reported during the incident. The Senate building remains under heightened security as investigations into the incident continue. Authorities have not yet disclosed the motive behind the placement of the device.
A spokesperson for the Philippine National Police stated that the device was likely placed by an individual with knowledge of the Senate’s operations. The incident has raised concerns about security in the capital. Further details are expected as the investigation unfolds.
