Meet the Man Who Directs Rebel Violence in the Philippines

neutralize – v. to stop (someone or something) from being effective or harmful

legend – n. a famous or important person who is known for doing something extremely well

exploit – v. to get value or use from (something); o use (someone or something) in a way that helps you unfairly

high-profile – adj. attracting a lot of attention

caliphate – n. the area ruled by a caliph; the rule or reign of a caliph or chief Muslim ruler.

background – n. the experiences, knowledge, education, etc., in a person’s past

splinter – v. to divide or split a group of people into smaller groups

resent – v. to be angry or upset about (someone or something that you think is unfair)