Yes, it would take a very skilled special forces operation(s).....with good logistical support and extremely good intelligence to kill off AS. It aint going to happen soon...no foreign force has the ability....and neither does the Philippines special forces...After the politicians gave the US the flick and closed their bases...so went their specialized training, assets, and intel. Don't get me wrong, there are some outstanding Filipino Army and PNP troops....very dedicated and competent....and Phillippine Marines are are amongst the best on the planet......I'd hate to go against them - The Philippines military has some awesome members. Things are getting more cosy with the US lately = and I hear the number of close-haircut foreigners in Zamboanga have greatly increased last two years....So there is some hope. Sooner the better of course....Would love to see the end of AS....If not, got no problems with driving them all to Malaysia/Indonesia where they are more at home....Sick to death of Muslim murdering of Christian Filipinos.....Filipinos are friendly, forgiving, and just people for the most part....the Muslims need to get with the program - or leave.
