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WATCH: Priest kidnapped by jihadists in Philippines appeals for help

Deacon Greg Kandra - published on 05/31/17

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A Roman Catholic priest seized by militants loyal to the Islamic State has been shown in a video making an appeal to President Rodrigo Duterte to halt a weeklong military offensive that has devastated this southern Philippine city.

The military said on Wednesday that it was analyzing the video, which was released on social media on Tuesday. It shows the priest, the Rev. Teresito Suganob, who was abducted by gunmen last week with some parishioners, appealing for the group’s safety.

Readmore. And watch the video above.

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