Category: military
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PH Navy Holds Christening Ceremony for BRP Rajah Lakandula (PS21)
ZAMBALES — The Philippine Navy formally held the christening ceremony for BRP Rajah Lakandula (PS21) on May 26 at Quay 7 of the Naval Operating Base–Subic in Zambales as part of its 128th Anniversary celebration. Rear Admiral Joe Anthony C. Orbe, commander of the Philippine Fleet, served as keynote speaker during the ceremony, which formally…
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306 Alpha Company RRIBn Personnel Haul Donated Furniture for Headquarters Improvement
Personnel of the 306 Alpha Company, Ready Reserve Infantry Battalion (RRIBn), participated in the hauling and transport of donated furniture for the unit headquarters as part of efforts to improve the facility’s working environment. The activity was spearheaded by 1Lt. Jovert Miranda (Res) PA under the guidance of Lt. Col. Wilma D. Billman (SC) PA.…
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DENR BOOSTS MARINES’ GIS CAPABILITY FOR FIELD OPERATIONS
SUBIC, Zambales– The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) here has helped strengthen the technical capability of the Philippine Marine Corps by facilitating a three-day Basic Geographic Information System (GIS) Training for personnel of the Combat Engineer Battalion at the Naval Operation Base Subic in Zambales. DENR Regional Executive Director Ralph Pablo said the…
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69th Infantry Battalion at mga Katuwang na Ahensya, Naghatid ng Ayuda at Serbisyo sa mga Mangingisda sa Zambales
PALAUIG, Zambales — Nagkaloob ng ayuda at iba’t ibang serbisyo ang Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM), sa pakikipagtulungan ng 702nd Infantry Brigade at 69th Infantry Battalion, sa mahigit 1,400 mangingisda sa mga bayan ng Iba, San Felipe, San Antonio, San Narciso, at Botolan sa Zambales. Isinagawa kamakailan ang outreach program na “Serbisyong May Puso, Tulong Para…
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80IB Troops Recover High-Powered Firearms in Quezon Intelligence Operation
GENERAL NAKAR, Quezon — Troops of the 80th Infantry “Steadfast” Battalion successfully recovered several high-powered firearms during an intelligence-driven operation conducted at Sitio Madaraki, Barangay Umiray, General Nakar, Quezon, military officials reported. The operation was carried out under the supervision of Joint Task Group 7-2 as part of ongoing security efforts to maintain peace and…
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PH Navy Welcomes New Offshore Patrol Vessel BRP Rajah Lakandula in Subic
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Philippine Navy formally welcomed its newest offshore patrol vessel, the future BRP Rajah Lakandula (PS21), during an arrival ceremony held on May 8 at Naval Operating Base-Subic. The ceremony was led by Philippine Military Academy Superintendent Vice Admiral Caesar Bernard N. Valencia as keynote speaker. Also in attendance were Flag…
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65 Firearms Voluntarily Surrendered to Police in Bataan
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — A total of 65 assorted firearms were voluntarily turned over to authorities in Balanga City, Bataan on May 4, 2026, in a move that underscores growing cooperation between the community and law enforcement. In a statement released on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, the firearms, previously owned by a private security agency,…
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Philippine Army, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force hold first combined live-fire exercise in Tarlac
CAPAS, Tarlac — The Philippine Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) conducted their first-ever combined live-fire exercise during Exercise Salaknib 2026 at the lahar fields of Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base in Barangay Santa Juliana here from May 1 to 2. The drills were led by the Philippine Army’s Armor “Pambato” Division and…
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PRO3 Acts on 98 Personnel in Internal Cleansing Drive
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has intensified its internal cleansing campaign, resolving 73 administrative cases involving 98 personnel from January 1 to April 30, 2026. Records show that 13 personnel were dismissed from the service, 36 were suspended, 17 were exonerated or found not guilty, five received reprimands, and two…
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Exercise Balikatan 2026
U.S. soldiers with the 21st Infantry Regiment, alongside Philippine Army and Australian Army soldiers, conduct CH-47 Chinook cold-load training during Exercise Balikatan 2026 at North International Airport, Lal-Lo, Cagayan. This trilateral training included multiple repetitions of embarking and disembarking a CH-47 Chinook, building proficiency and coordination ahead of a long-range maritime air assault exercise. Sgt.…
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𝟔𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐠𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐝 𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐬𝐚 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬
ZAMBALES– Muling pinagtibay ng Headquarters, 69th Infantry (COUGAR) Battalion, 7th Infantry Division, Philippine Army ang kanilang adbokasiya sa pagpapanatili ng kapayapaan at kaunlaran sa komunidad sa pamamagitan ng matagumpay na pagsasagawa ng Community Awareness Campaign noong ika-24 ng Abril 2026 sa Sitio Lomibao, Brgy. Buhawen, San Marcelino, Zambales. Pinangunahan ni LTC Mark Anthony B. Ruelos…
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PRO3 Reaffirms Zero Tolerance for Hazing in Training Facilities
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has reiterated its firm stance against hazing, emphasizing that no such incidents have been recorded within its Regional Training Center 3 (RTC3) or any of its units across Central Luzon. The statement comes in the wake of recent reports of alleged hazing incidents at the…
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PH Fleet, Japan SDF Deepen Naval Ties in High-Level Talks
The Philippine Fleet (PF) hosted Rear Admiral Ikeuchi Izuru, Commander of the Amphibious and Mine Warfare Force of the Self-Defense Fleet, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, for high-level talks with PF Commander Rear Admiral Joe Anthony C Orbe PN on April 22, 2026 at Naval Operating Base Subic. Accorded full arrival honors, Rear Admiral Izuru proceeded…
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AFP, U.S. Forces Demonstrate Operational Readiness in Cagayan Rescue
CAGAYAN– Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and United States Marine Corps personnel participating in Exercise Balikatan 41-2026 rescued Filipino civilians following a vehicular accident on April 20 near Lal-lo Airport in Cagayan. Four casualties were immediately extricated from a cement-loaded truck that lost control and plunged into a ravine, and were transported to a…
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Balikatan 41-2026 Opens, Showcasing Stronger PH-U.S.-Allies Defense Ties
CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), alongside the United States Armed Forces, Japan Self-Defense Forces, Australian Defence Force, and other allied and partner nations, formally opened Exercise Balikatan 41-2026 in a ceremony held Monday, April 20, at Tejeros Hall inside the AFP Commissioned Officers’ Country Club. Key military leaders…
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