IDP Protection Assessment Report, AFP vs Maute Group in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, Issue no. 1
Firefights broke out in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur on the afternoon of 23 May 2017 when members of the Maute Group (MG) ambushed a military vehicle that was reportedly on a mission to serve a warrant of arrest upon Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) leader Isnilon Hapilon, who was believed to be hiding in the area. The Maute group is a local armed group that has engaged in armed clashes with government troops since early 2016, and has reportedly pledged allegiance to the Islamic State.
IDP Protection Assessment Report, AFP vs Maute Group in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur Issue no. 1
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