Four Nations Conduct Historic Sea Strike Drill in Balikatan 41
Allied forces fired Japan’s Type 88 missile system at a decommissioned Philippine Navy vessel in the first-ever MARSTRIKE drill of its kind in Balikatan history.
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PMA Reveals Top 10 Graduates of ‘Talang Dangal’ Class of 2026
The Philippine Military Academy named its top 10 graduates of PMA Class of 2026 “Talang Dangal” during a ceremony in Baguio City on May 6, 2026.
Balikatan 41: PH-US Troops Drill CBRN, Jungle Ops Nationwide
Philippine and U.S. Army troops conduct CBRN, EOD, jungle survival, and pier survey drills as part of the 41st Balikatan exercise, wrapping up May 8.
Philippines and Japan Deepen Military Ties at Makati Summit
Philippines and Japan advance defense cooperation through new agreements and joint exercises, emphasizing shared commitment to regional stability.
Four-Nation Live Fire Drill Tests PH Coastal Defense in Ilocos Norte
Philippine and allied forces conducted a large-scale counter-landing exercise in Laoag, Ilocos Norte on May 4 as part of Balikatan 41-2026.
48th ASEAN Summit: 10,200+ Security Forces Mobilized in Cebu
Over 10,200 security personnel mobilized for 48th ASEAN Leaders’ Summit in Cebu, with send-off ceremony held at Mactan Shrine.
AFP Chief Honors 79IB Troops After Anti-NPA Strike in Negros Occidental
General Brawner commends Masaligan Battalion for successful anti-terrorism operation in Toboso, emphasizes community partnership for lasting peace.
AFP Chief Visits Tanjay as 302nd Brigade Marks 52 Years
AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jr. joins 302nd Infantry Brigade’s 52nd founding anniversary celebration in Tanjay City.
Philippine Army, JGSDF Complete Historic Joint Live-Fire Training
Philippine Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force conducted their first-ever combined live-fire exercise in Tarlac as part of Exercise Salaknib.
Manila-Based US Embassy Warns Americans of NPA Combat Zones
US Embassy warns Americans to avoid NPA areas after April 19 clash killed two US citizens in operations across Leyte, Mindoro, Negros, Samar.
Philippine-US Forces Conduct Joint Air Defense Drills in Zambales
Philippine Air Force’s 960th Air and Missile Defense Wing conducted integrated air defense exercises with US forces in Zambales from April 26-29.
Toboso Council Declares CPP-NPA Unwelcome After Fatal Clash
Toboso council declares Communist groups persona non grata following armed clash that killed 19 people in Barangay Salamanca.
Philippine, US Military Units Wrap Up Joint Air Defense Training
Philippine and U.S. forces conducted joint Integrated Air and Missile Defense exercise in Zambales as part of Balikatan 41-2026.
115 Former Rebels Rejoin Legal Society in Central Luzon
Philippine National Police reports 115 individuals formally withdrew support from communist-linked group in Central Luzon, surrendering 38 firearms.
Filipino Military Cadets Return from West Point Exchange
Two Philippine Military Academy cadets participated in a week-long exchange program at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York.
Palawan Hosts Major Allied Beach Defense Training Exercise
Philippine and allied forces conducted counter-landing drills in Palawan, simulating defense against maritime threats during Exercise Balikatan 2026.
Half-Dozen Former Rebels Turn Themselves In to Eastern Visayas Police
Six Communist Terrorist Group members surrendered to PNP Regional Office 8 across Eastern Visayas from April 24-26, turning over weapons and explosives.
PMA Wraps Up Intensive 13-Day Joint Military Training Program
Philippine Military Academy wraps up 13-day Joint Field Training Exercise featuring multi-domain operations and Palawan immersion activities.
