Manila, Dec. 15 -- The Department of National Defense (DND) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Monday dubbed as "propaganda" the four-day unilateral ceasefire declared by the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP).

"The CPP statement should be taken as it is -a sad propaganda stunt of a terrorist organization," the DND said in a statement, stressing that the move will not be reciprocated by the government.

"Military duties are not subject to pause or seasons, thus the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) shall continue to support the Philippine National Police in keeping peace and order this holiday season," it said.

In a separate statement, the AFP vowed to continue with its operations despite the CPP's pronouncement....