Since the crisis began , Philippine authorities have urged the sultanate 's followers to lay down their arms and return home . ` NEW : Malaysia says the offensive , using jets and soldiers , achieved its objective . NEW : But the Filipinos group has so far reported no casualties from the attack . 19 Malaysian arrived by boat on the Filipinos coast in Friday . They say they represent a sultanate that once ruled the area .
NEW : Malaysia says the offensive , using jets and soldiers , achieved its objective . NEW : But the Filipinos group has so far reported no casualties from the attack . 19 Malaysian arrived by boat on the Filipinos coast in Friday . They say they represent a sultanate that once ruled the area .