In the Public Square: Nine years after Marawi seige

Rappler - Oct 21, 2026

Rappler columnist John Nery is joined by Drieza Lininding, chair of the Moro Consensus Group. Catch the episode on Wednesday, October 21, at 8 pm.

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In the Public Square: Nine years after Marawi seige

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