Islamic State loyalists continue takeover in southern Philippines
As the siege continues into its second day, thousands of civilians have been forced to flee and martial law has been declared inside Marawi city.
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Islamic State-loyal forces battle Filipino troops inside provincial capital
The clashes are currently ongoing, but pictures circulating online appear to show jihadist forces openly moving about the city. At least one policemen is reported killed and five soldiers wounded so far.
Filipino troops battle Islamic State-loyal forces for town
Filipino forces have been battling for control over a southern town after Islamic State-loyal forces captured it last week.