Philippines President: Explosion that killed 14 was act of terrorism
At least 71 people were injured in the attack on the popular market. Duterte described the attack as an act of terrorism, and declared the nation in "a state of lawlessness," the official Philippines News Agency reported, authorizing the police and military to search cars and frisk people at checkpoints. He said he had not declared martial law, according to PNA."We have to confront the ugly head of terrorism," Duterte said Friday, standing near the explosion site in his hometown. "We will take t..>> view originalThe Latest: Ban optimistic after China, US join Paris deal
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