Category: military
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Philippine Army, U.S. Army Pacific Soldiers Execute HIMARS Live Fire Exercise
As a centerpiece of the bilateral Exercise SALAKNIB 2026, artillery personnel from the Philippine Army and U.S. Army Pacific conducted a high-intensity High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) live fire exercise at Canantong Fire Base, Laur, Nueva Ecija on April 16, 2026. The engagement saw field artillery specialists from the Philippine Army’s Artillery Regiment and…
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Salaknib 2026 boasts firepower in HIMARS Live Fire Exercise
The Philippine Army (PA) Artillery Regiment and the US Army Pacific (USARPAC) 25th Infantry Division fired its M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) in a Live Fire Exercise as part of Exercise SALAKNIB 2026 in Canantong, Laur, Nueva Ecija, on April 16, 2026. HIMARS is a long-range and multiple-launch rocket system mounted on a…
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Bayanihan sa Zambales: 69IB at GMA Kapuso Foundation, magkatuwang na naghatid ng tulong sa mga mangingisda
ZAMBALES — Naghatid ng tulong siguridad ang 69th Infantry (COUGAR) Battalion ng Philippine Army, para sa GMA Kapuso Foundation upang matiwasay na maparatingan ng ayuda sa daan-daang mangingisda sa lalawigan ng Zambales. Sa pamumuno ni Lt. Col. Mark Anthony B. Ruelos, commanding officer ng 69IB, at ni 1st Lt. Alex B. Paz ng Alpha Company,…
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Philippine Fleet Marks 88 Years of Service and Maritime Excellence
ZAMBALES — The Philippine Fleet (PF) celebrated its 88th Founding Anniversary on April 15, 2026, at Naval Operating Base–Subic, Zambales, marking nearly nine decades of dedicated maritime service to the nation. The event was led by Philippine Navy Flag Officer in Command, Vice Admiral Jose Ma Ambrosio Q Ezpeleta PN, as Guest of Honor and…
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Former Rebels from Aurora, Nueva Ecija Gather for Reintegration Summit in Baler
BALER, Aurora — Former rebels from Aurora and Nueva Ecija convened in a two-day summit in Baler aimed at strengthening reintegration efforts and promoting lasting peace and development in their communities. The Former Rebels Summit, held at AMCO Beach Resort in Barangay Sabang, gathered former rebels, government agencies, local officials, and other stakeholders under the…
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Salaknib 2026: Philippine Army, US Army Pacific integrate battlefield skills
Philippine Army and U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC) 25th Infantry Division troops conducted foundational training activities as part of the ongoing Salaknib Phase 1 in Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija. The bilateral infantry squad drills ensured that both forces share common tactics and procedures needed in combined readiness and interoperability before conducting live-fire training. On sustainment training,…
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SALAKNIB 2026 | Enhancing SUAS Operational Capability
Soldiers of the Philippine Army and the US Army Pacific’s 25th Infantry Division conduct joint training on Small Unmanned Aircraft System (SUAS) operations, strengthening interoperability and operational readiness. The activity supports the Philippine Army’s role in advancing Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Operations aimed at safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. by Sgt. Taylor Gray
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AFP, U.S., Australia Sustain Joint Maritime Presence in West Philippine Sea
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), in partnership with the United States Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) and the Australian Defence Force (ADF), successfully conducted a Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) in the West Philippine Sea from April 9 to 12, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance maritime defense capabilities and regional cooperation. This…
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Philippine, US troops hold sling-load and anti-armor drills in Salaknib 2026
FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija — Troops from the Philippine Army and the United States Army Pacific conducted sling-load and anti-armor drills as part of the ongoing Salaknib Phase 1 exercises at Fort Magsaysay in Nueva Ecija. The anti-armor training focused on engagement techniques and the integration of anti-armor systems, with soldiers from the Philippine Army…
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PH, US Air Forces Conduct Cope Thunder 26-1 to Boost Interoperability and Regional Security
PAMPANGA — Around 2,800 service members and support personnel from the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and the United States Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) are participating in Exercise Cope Thunder 26-1, a bilateral military exercise aimed at enhancing interoperability and operational readiness between the two allied forces. The joint exercise, which runs from April 6 to…
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Over 7,000 Troops Join Largest-Ever SALAKNIB Military Exercise
PALAYAN CITY— More than 7,000 troops from allied forces officially launched the first phase of Exercise SALAKNIB 2026 on April 6 at Fort Ramon Magsaysay, marking the largest iteration of the joint military training to date. The exercise brings together soldiers from the Philippine Army, United States Army, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, and the Australian…
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PRO3 Reports Manageable Holy Week Situation in Central Luzon; Urges Public Vigilance
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) reported a generally manageable peace and order situation across Central Luzon during the observance of Holy Week, despite an increase in incidents linked to heightened travel and outdoor activities at the peak of the summer season. Based on monitoring from March 29 to April 5,…
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91st Infantry Battalion Intensifies Security Operations and Strengthens Partnerships in Aurora
BALER, Aurora — The 91st Infantry (Sinagtala) Battalion of the Philippine Army has intensified its security operations across the Province of Aurora as part of efforts to ensure public safety during the Semana Santa and Summer Vacation (SUMVAC) 2026. On Maundy Thursday, April 2, 2026, Lt. Col. Michelangelo G. Ramirez, Acting Commanding Officer of the…
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PRO3, Nagsagawa ng Taimtim na Way of the Cross Bilang Paggunita sa Mahal na Araw
Camp Olivas, PAMPANGA — Sa diwa ng taimtim na pagninilay at pagkakaisa sa pananampalataya, nakiisa ang Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) sa paggunita ng Mahal na Araw sa pamamagitan ng isang Way of the Cross nitong Biyernes Santo, Abril 3, sa Camp Captain Julian Olivas, sa Pampanga. Ang tradisyunal na debosyong Katolikong Stations of the…
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PRO3 Chief Leads Terminal Inspections, Steps Up Holy Week Security in Central Luzon
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — As the annual Holy Week travel surge begins, Central Luzon’s top police official has intensified security measures across major transport hubs to ensure the safety of thousands of commuters. Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) Director, Police Brigadier General Jess B. Mendez, personally conducted inspections at key bus terminals across the region…
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