VOICED : Tropas filipinas matan a 89 islamistas en zonas urbanas

Philippine troops have killed 89 Islamic militants in Marawi over a week of urban combat. The conflict is expected to intensify as militants protect leaders and hold hostages. Helicopters have launched rocket attacks, resulting in civilian and security force casualties. President Duterte declared martial law in Mindanao in response to the crisis, marking a significant jihadist campaign in the Catholic-majority country. Humanitarian concerns arise for 2,000 residents trapped in militant-controlled areas, prompting the Red Cross to call for a ceasefire. The Muslim separatist rebellion in southern Philippines has claimed over 120,000 lives since the 1970s.

How many Islamist militants were reportedly killed by Filipino troops in the recent conflict?

• 100

• 75

• 50

• 89

What action did President Rodrigo Duterte take in response to the crisis in Mindanao?

• Declared martial law

• Declared a state of emergency

• Called for international intervention

• Ordered a nationwide curfew

Which city is mentioned as being under the control of the Islamic State group?

• Marawi

• Davao

• Cebu

• Manila

Approximately how many residents are trapped in areas controlled by Islamists, according to the local government?

• 4,000

• 1,000

• 2,000

• 3,000

Since when has the separatist rebellion in southern Philippines been ongoing?

• 1980s

• 2000s

• 1970s

• 1990s