Rampant Terrorism Strikes Philippines, Prompting Heightened Alert
TL;DR
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr condemned a deadly bombing in Marawi, blaming "foreign terrorists," as police and the military increased security in the south and around Manila. At least four people were killed and 50 injured in the blast during a Catholic Mass. The bombing followed military operations against local pro-Islamic State groups, and there are indications of a foreign element involved. Law enforcement operations to bring the perpetrators to justice will continue, and authorities are on high alert to prevent further incidents.
- 'Foreign terrorists' behind deadly Philippine bombing, officials say Reuters
- Philippines Terror Attack | At Least Killed And 50 Injured In The Blast Inside University Gymnasium CNN-News18
- Marawi blast that killed 4 was terrorism, Philippine President Marcos says The Washington Post
- Philippine military on high alert after authorities call bombing 'Islamist terrorism' Deccan Herald
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