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At least four persons were killed and dozens wounded in a bomb attack on a Catholic mass in southern Philippines on Sunday.
The blast happened during a morning service in the country’s largest Muslim city, which was besieged by Islamist militant groups in 2017.
The Islamic State later claimed responsibility for the blast.
Marawi
Marawi City is the capital of Lanao del Sur province in the Philippines.
It is located on the shores of Lake Lanao and is primarily inhabited by the Maranao people.
The city was besieged by Islamic State-linked militants for five months in 2017.
The siege caused widespread damage and displacement, and many people are still struggling to rebuild their lives.
Marawi is a resilient city with a rich culture and history.
The people of Marawi are known for their hospitality and their traditional crafts, such as weaving and metalworking.
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