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Wednesday, 21 November, 2001, 14:47 GMT

In pictures: Philippines uprising

Fresh fighting has broken out on the southern Philippine island of Jolo following Monday's uprising by supporters of former rebel leader Nur Misuari.

The military are hunting for Mr Misuari, who has been suspended as governor of the Autonomous Region for Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). The authorities say he is trying to disrupt elections next week in which he is set to lose power.

Philippines military on the streets of Jolo

100kg bombs being loaded at Andrews Air Base in Zamboanga city

Rebel cam and discarded ammunition

Residents have been fleeing the area.

Misuari loyalist soldier in front of mosque

Pro-Misuari gunmen in Zamboanga

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