Duterte says Mindanao more peaceful after autonomy
President Rodrigo Duterte has claimed that Mindanao has become more peaceful following the passage of the Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL), which gives Muslims full autonomy.
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Armed Forces want martial law lifted in Davao City
The Armed Forces of the Philippines’ (AFP) Eastern Mindanao Command (EastMinCom) has recommended the lifting of martial law in Davao City, citing the improved security situation in the area.
51 hurt, buildings damaged in Philippines quake
Fifty-one people were injured and several homes, churches and other buildings damaged on Saturday when an earthquake sent terrified residents of the southern Philippines fleeing their homes before dawn, police said.
ADB offers aid after twin blasts in Mindanao
The Asian Development Bank offers help following twin explosions in Jolo.
Filipino Muslims vote in referendum for autonomous region
Filipino Muslims cast their vote to ratify the landmark Bangsamoro Organic Law.
PH downplays British travel alert
The Philippines has downplayed the travel alert reissued by Britain which warned its citizens against possible terror attacks.
Philippines to extend martial law in southern Mindanao
Duterte approves the recommendation to place Mindanao under the martial law.
PH passes Muslim autonomy law to end conflict in Mindanao
Duterte hopes the new expanded Muslim autonomy law will end conflict in Mindanao.
Car bomb attack in S. Philippines kills 10
A powerful bomb apparently rigged to a vehicle exploded in the island of Basilan.
Marawi war down to last building
Philippine troops are locked in an intense urban firefight with the last remnants of a pro-Islamic State alliance.
Duterte pushing for more martial law
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte asked Congress to extend martial law on island of Mindanao.
Joint patrols started by Indonesia, Philippines
The Philippines and Indonesia to jointly patrol the Celebes Sea.
