President Rodrigo Duterte and security analysts said the militants were trying to establish a Southeast Asian caliphate in Marawi. Duterte warned Filipinos against the possible resurgence of terrorist threats, despite the victory in Marawi City. The Department of Public Works and Highways said Monday it has set aside P241.69 million for the construction of at least 300 temporary houses in Sagonsongan Village, Marawi City, for families affected by the war. “The DPWH is now working on the transitory houses for Marawi siege evacuees,” Villar said. “The area being developed by DPWH in Barangay Sagongsongan, Marawi City, can accommodate 1,100 families.

Source: The Standard October 23, 2017 15:56 UTC