On Sept. 9, 2013, an armed encounter between government forces and a Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) faction led by Nur Misuari broke out on the outskirts of Zamboanga City. As the fighting later spread to the city itself, about 300 of Misuari’s followers took civilian hostages in Sta. The 20-day fighting left seven civilians, 25 government troops and 208 MNLF members dead and 242 others injured. ADVERTISEMENTOver 110,000 people fled their homes and major city operations were brought to a standstill. No bail was set for Misuari and three other MNLF commanders, but a P200,000 bail for each of their accused followers was recommended.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer November 03, 2016 17:56 UTC