Malacañang on Monday called on Filipinos to unite as the government starts the “challenging task” of rebuilding Marawi City, which had been under siege for exactly five months. Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella made the statement as the military announced the fighting in Marawi ended on Monday. READ: Lorenzana says Marawi City siege is overADVERTISEMENT“The defeat of the Daesh-inspired Maute Group likewise underscores our singleness of purpose in the global war against terrorism,” Abela said. The Palace official commended the “government troops, including the fallen, for their courage, gallantry, and sacrifice.”“A snappy salute to all of you,” he said. For donation from overseas:Inquirer Foundation Corp account:Inquirer Foundation Corp. Banco De Oro (BDO) Current Account No: 007960018860Swift Code: BNORPHMM

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer October 23, 2017 07:07 UTC