Marawi Siege

The Marawi Siege was a conflict that occurred in 2017 when militants affiliated with ISIS took control of parts of Marawi City in the Philippines. Government forces fought to reclaim the city, resulting in intense urban combat, widespread destruction, and displacement of residents. The siege lasted for five months and highlighted ongoing security challenges in the region, involving military operations, hostage situations, and efforts to rebuild afterward. It underscored the threat of extremism and the importance of local and international cooperation to ensure peace and stability.