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ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines – On the 16th day of the bloody Zamboanga siege, the military launched a massive air strike against the remaining rebels holed out in Barangay Talon Talon and Mariki here.
Rappler correspondent Karlos Manlupig heard at least 9 explosions during the air strike on Tuesday afternoon, September 24. As of 2 pm, heavy firing could be heard in Barangay Mariki, according to Rappler reporter Patricia Evangelista.
The military said it is conducting clearing operations in the remaining areas controlled by the rebels. But gun battles continue. The Army just lost two of its young officers who died after separate encounters with rebels over the weekend.
President Benigno III earlier said he was expecting the crisis to end last Sunday, September 22. – Rappler.com
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