Moro National Liberation Front chairman Nur Misuari is set to be charged with rebellion and violations of Republic Act 9851 or the International Humanitarian Law in connection with the Zamboanga siege.

ABS-CBN News reported that the Philippines Department of Justice has confirmed this matter.

Philippines President Benigno Aquino III had said that the government has witnesses that can prove Misuari was involved in the MNLF attack in Zamboanga City that has lasted for more than two weeks.