MANILA, Philippines, Dhu-AlHijjah 11, 1432, Nov 7, 2011, SPA - A land mine exploded and wounded at least six soldiers Monday in a southern Philippine province. A platoon of army scout rangers came under fire from unidentified men and then were hit by a land mine blast near mountainous Sumisip town in Basilan province. Two air force helicopters were deployed to evacuate the wounded soldiers, including two, who were in serious condition, army spokesman Maj. Harold Cabunoc was quoted as saying by the Associated Press. --SPA 14:37 LOCAL TIME 11:37 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/941725