Rampant Terrorism Strikes Philippines, Prompting Heightened Alert

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr condemned a deadly bombing in Marawi, blaming "foreign terrorists," as police and the military increased security in the south and around Manila. At least four people were killed and 50 injured in the blast during a Catholic Mass. The bombing followed military operations against local pro-Islamic State groups, and there are indications of a foreign element involved. Law enforcement operations to bring the perpetrators to justice will continue, and authorities are on high alert to prevent further incidents.