US President Donald Trump was aware of the current situation in Manila, a presidential spokesman said today.
Incidents of gunfire have reported from a hotel and a casino resort in Philippine's capital Manila today. The Islamic State terror group has claimed responsibility.
There were no immediate reports of fatalities or injuries.
Trump "is aware of the situation in Manila and being provided updates by his national security team", White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer said in a tweet.
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