Maute Brothers

Duterte to expedite bill for self-rule in Philippine Muslim region

The Bangsamoro Basic Law will give Muslim areas of Mindanao autonomy with executive, legislature and fiscal powers. Mindanao's Marawi City has been under occupation by pro-Daesh militants since May 23.

SE Asia security meeting agrees joint approach to Daesh threat

The governments of the Philippines, Indonesia and Malaysia met as the siege of Marawi City by the pro-Daesh Maute group continues into its fifth week.

Militant groups active in the Philippines

The Philippines has a long history of conflict. Over the past few decades, homegrown militants, particularly in the south of the country, have stepped up their campaigns against the government.