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Civilians, especially Christians, targeted in battle between Philippine army and ISIS
The battle claimed the lives of 1,100 people.
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The battle claimed the lives of 1,100 people.
Philippine troops are struggling to defeat hundreds of fighters, who rampaged through Marawi.
“When I say crush them, you have to destroy everything, including lives.”
The army says it has killed at least 89 ISIS fighters as they take back territory from the militants in Marawi.
Government forces have told the militants to surrender.
There are fears for those trapped in the city of Marawi.
Residents have been told to stay indoors.
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