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Manila 'attack': Gunfire and explosions reportedly heard outside Resorts World hotel in Philippines Manila shooting: Gunman shoots himself dead after failed robbery at casino hotel in Philippines
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A gunman's attack on a hotel and casino complex in the Philippines was a robbery and not a terrorist attack, the country's national police chief has said.A gunman's attack on a hotel and casino complex in the Philippines was a robbery and not a terrorist attack, the country's national police chief has said.
The Resorts World Manila complex was on lockdown following reports of a shooting. Police said the assailant shot himself dead following the incident on Thursday evening. 
Police, fire engines and a SWAT team in body armour were in the area , according to local media, and a report from Reuters said armed police had been seen entering the hotel. The Resorts World Manila complex was on lockdown following reports of a shooting earlier in the day.
Officers cordoned off the area near the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The incident triggered a huge official response with armed police and the army involved.
"We are searching the area as much as we can, to make sure it is clear. I can confirm that shots were fired," a Resorts World official, Stephen James Riley, told reporters.
Police said one gunman was involved and was still at large.
The Manila Standard reported that some victims had suffered severe gunshot wounds.The Manila Standard reported that some victims had suffered severe gunshot wounds.
An army spokesman said police were now in control of the incident and the military was monitoring it. Donald Trump had called it a "terrorist attack" and said he was monitoring the situation.
Commenting on the incident, Donald Trump called it a "terrorist attack" and said he was monitoring the situation. The Philippines fire protection bureau said there was fire broke out on the second floor of Resorts World in the wake of the robbery attempt.
The Philippines fire protection bureau said there was a fire on the second floor of Resorts World. Resorts World Manila said on Twitter: "The company has followed emergency protocols to ensure safety of guests and employees as far as the situation allowed."
Resorts World Manila said on Twitter: "Resorts World Manila is currently on lockdown following reports of gunfire from unidentified men. "We ask for your prayers and consideration during these trying times."
"The company is working closely with the Philippine National Police to ensure that all guests and employees are safe. We ask for your prayers during these difficult times."
Local journalist April Chang shared this Facebook video from the scene.  Local journalist April Chang shared this Facebook video from the scene.  
A source at one of the resorts told Reuters employees were being evacuated and declined to give more details. He said police were now in full control of the situation.
NBC News cited a source as saying "there are quite a few injuries".NBC News cited a source as saying "there are quite a few injuries".
Witnesses who spoke to radio stations said several gunmen were seen in the complex. News channel ANC said there were two gunmen, wearing masks and black clothes.
The information could not be immediately verified.
Pictures circulated on social media of the resort, close to the city's airport, showing plumes of smoke pouring from a building.Pictures circulated on social media of the resort, close to the city's airport, showing plumes of smoke pouring from a building.
A source at one of the resorts told Reuters that employees were being evacuated and declined to give more details.  
No group has claimed responsibility.The incident is unfolding amid a 10-day deadly siege by Muslim militants aligned to the Islamic State group in the southern city of Marawi.
The attack has sparked fears that the militants may attack elsewhere to divert the focus of thousands of troops trying to quell the siege.