24-05-2017 07:22 via rocketnews.com

Philippines' Duterte says 'I'll be harsh' with army rule on island

View photosGovernment troops check a vehicle evacuating residents from their hometown of Marawi city in southern Philippines, as it drives past a military checkpoint in Pantar town, Lanao Del Norte, Philippines May 24, 2017. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
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MANILA (Reuters) – Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte warned on Wednesday he would deal harshly with militants, after declaring martial law on Mindanao island following a failed raid on a hideout of Islamic Stat
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