Former rebel leader elected chief minister of Philippine Muslim region

A world news story from the U.S., reported by Al Jazeera.

World News · the U.S. · October 31, 2026

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Former Muslim rebel leader Abdulraof Macacua has been elected chief minister of the Philippines' Bangsamoro region.

Reported by Al Jazeera, October 31, 2026. Read the full story at Al Jazeera →

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