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A possible move to issue mandatory identification cards in Tarlac province is discriminatory, critics say.

Authorities believe Najib Pundug, a suspected member of the Maute militant group, played a role in the Marawi siege.

“Violent extremism” is scourge that needs to be defeated, Philippine defense chief says.

Assistance will include training, equipment and other support, U.S. envoy says.

Duterte sought extension to quell IS-linked rebellion in southern city of Marawi.

Earlier in the day, the military killed a suspected militant in the south.

But Teresito Suganob is in failing health, church group says.

President Rodrigo Duterte goes against tradition of not negotiating with terrorists.

Executions could be diversionary tactic by Abu Sayyaf extremists, officials say.

Carpenter survived for two months on rain water and raw grains of rice.

IS claims attack, reveals bomber’s name and identifies him as a Moroccan.

Officials said attackers were members of pro-Islamic State group.

Four hostages rescued, military says.

Group responds to passage of the Bangsamoro Organic Law.

Abu Sayyaf subleader’s death indicates overall offensive is on track, military says.

Military launches artillery assault after receiving reports of presence of insurgents' leader in the area.

Malaysian, Indonesian, and Filipino militants were shown in an Islamic State propaganda video beheading prisoners.

Meeting comes months after former Muslim guerrilla leader threatened to go to war again.

Law students express doubts about justice secretary’s impartiality.

Security remains tight in Mindanao following blast, officials say.

Statement comes after bombing claimed by Islamic State kills three in southern Philippines.

Dozens of fighters have escaped in a sprawling marshland, military says.

Assistance package comes as battle nears end, military says.

Fighters belonged to group led by a militant who plotted Marawi siege, military says.

Nanz Sawadjaan, believed to be an explosives expert, was gunned down during a firefight, general says.

U.S. deploys one of its most advanced drones to help soldiers end fight.

Gun battles confined to two villages with “little resistance” from militants, officials say.

Improvised bomb, handgun and IS flag recovered from Jomar Maan, authorities say.

Group says it will wage 'jihad' on both sides if fighting does not end soon.

Arrests come two years after firefights and air strikes devastated the mosque-studded city.