Duterte’s martial law in Mindanao will lapse on July 23. Duterte has hinted that he may not lift martial law in Mindanao before he delivers his second State of the Nation Address on July 24. He said his decision on whether to seek the extension of martial law would depend on the recommendation of security agencies. While he believes that a five-year martial law extension is too long, Padilla said the security threats are not limited to the conflict zone in Marawi. “We wonder whether the continued state of martial law, much more its extension, will bring this about,” they added.

Source: Philippine Star July 10, 2017 16:07 UTC