Manila, April 8 -- The Philippine Army's 2nd Infantry Division (2ID) on Wednesday called on the New People's Army (NPA) to immediately free Filipino-American citizen Cristina Pasion, who is believed to be with the insurgents in Occidental Mindoro.

2ID public affairs office chief Col. Michael Aquino made the appeal to the rebel group after soldiers recovered handwritten notes believed to be written by Pasion, which show signs of emotional distress.

"The writings, believed to have been authored by her, raise serious concerns about her well-being, and we hope that those currently with her will recognize that no cause should come at the cost of a person's life and mental health," he added.

Aquino emphasized that the appeal is based on huma...