September 15 2017
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is reportedly considering declaring nationwide martial law, says his defense minister, as reported by Agence France-Presse.
A coalition of leftist groups called the "Movement Against Tyranny" has announced that protests will be held on Sept. 21 in Manila.
Duterte may declare martial law if he feels threatened by protests and if they turn violent, said Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana on Friday.
"He said, if the left will try to have...
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