AFP showcases Philippine Marines' amphibious, counter-landing skills
AFP showcased the Philippine Marine Corps’ amphibious and counter-landing operations in Ilocos Norte, highlighting coordination, readiness, and integrated fire…
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AFP conducts 8th multilateral maritime activity in WPS
The AFP joined US and Japan forces for the eighth Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity of the year in the West Philippine Sea.
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Teodoro opposes conversion of military bases
Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. opposed converting military bases, highlighting their irreplaceable role during the AJEX Dagat Langit “DAGIT-PA” closing…
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Alleged destab list under validation of AFP intel, says Palace
Malacañang confirmed that a list of alleged plotters against the Marcos administration — including government officials and ex-generals — has been forwarded to…
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Phl forces must hold the line for 20-30 days until allies’ aid arrives — Brawner
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner says Philippine forces must be ready to resist and sustain defense operations for 20–30 days in case of armed attack until allies…
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Brawner: New Task Force Philippines an expansion of TF Ayungin
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. said the new US-Philippine Task Force expands Task Force Ayungin’s role in the West Philippine Sea and strengthens defense…
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Woman with 5 insurgency-related warrants arrested in Pampanga
Authorities arrested Marlene Espiritu, a former member of the New People’s Army, in Pampanga for multiple charges including rebellion and extortion linked to…
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Nueva Ecija now under stable internal peace and security
Nueva Ecija was officially declared under Stable Internal Peace and Security (SIPS) on 28 October 2025, highlighting the province’s commitment to peace,…
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Alleged Dawlah Islamiyah bombmaker arrested in Sultan Kudarat
PNP arrests a suspected bombmaker of the Dawlah Islamiyah-Hassan Group in Sultan Kudarat, recovering an IED and strengthening counterterrorism efforts in…
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Brawner says SRDP key to stronger military
AFP Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. highlights the Self-Reliant Defense Posture Act as key to modernizing the Philippines’ military during the Drone…
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Pangilinan condemns use of cyanide fishing near Ayungin Shoal
Senator Kiko Pangilinan condemned illegal cyanide fishing near Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea, highlighting efforts to protect coral reefs and…
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Jinggoy urges Senate probe on slow AFP modernization
Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada calls for a Senate inquiry into the slow implementation of the AFP Modernization Program amid rising security threats and…
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DSWD gives aid to cancer-stricken former AFP director
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) provided a P150,000 guarantee letter to 72-year-old retiree Emma “Bing” Kasilag, a former AFP Museum…
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Majority of Filipinos oppose military intervention in politics—survey
AFP says it “gets the message,” vows to stay focused on service, not sides.
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Brawner: U.S. Typhon missile in Philippines can reach China
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. and Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. clarify that the US-deployed Typhon missile system in the Philippines is for…
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PNP, AFP nab 2 suspects in Basilan blast
Two suspects linked to a fatal explosion at MARBEDCO Rubber Farm in Sumisip, Basilan, were arrested by the PNP and AFP, with investigations ongoing.
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AFP uncovers dozens of ghost flood-control projects
The AFP discovered about 60 ghost flood-control projects during field inspections and is assisting the DPWH with verification and technical support nationwide.
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