New York Times: 13 Philippine Marines Killed in Battle Against Islamist Militants
MANILA — Thirteen Philippine marines were killed and at least 40 others were wounded in a 14-hour clash with militants linked to the Islamic State in the city of Marawi, the military said on Saturday.
It was believed to be the deadliest single-day toll for military forces battling Islamist militants from the Abu Sayyaf and Maute groups that seized part of the city in May, beginning a wave of violence across Marawi and displacing tens of thousands of Filipinos.
The battle erupted at dawn on Friday after the marines targeted militants holding several civilian hostages, and the fighting stretched into dusk. The clashes were still continuing on Saturday, said Col. Edgard Arevalo, a military spokesman.
“The marines were able to inflict heavy casualties to the terrorist group,” Colonel Arevalo said.
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More News On The Battle Against ISIS In the Philippine City of Marawi
13 Philippine marines killed in clash with Islamic State affiliates -- UPI
U.S. forces helping end ISIS-linked siege that left 13 Philippine marines dead, 40 wounded -- USA Today
U.S. joins battle in Philippines but no boots on the ground: report -- The Hill
US forces helping Philippines battle ISIS-linked fighters -- CNN
U.S. joins battle as Philippines takes losses in besieged city -- Reuters
U.S. Special Forces Assist Philippines Against Islamic Militants -- Bloomberg
Marawi siege: US special forces aiding Philippine army -- BBC
US Special Forces Assist in Ending Siege in Philippines -- Military.com/FOX News
