Tag: Philippine army
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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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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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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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7ID Delivers Food Packs, Financial Aid to Remote Aurora Community
SAN LUIS, Aurora — The 7th Infantry Division of the Philippine Army distributed food packs to at least 250 residents of Barangay Dibut as part of its outreach initiative aimed at supporting geographically isolated communities and strengthening peace efforts in the province. The assistance was provided through the division’s flagship outreach program, “Handog Malasakit ng…
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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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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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Army Reservists Distribute Aid to Drivers Amid Fuel Crisis
A unit of the Philippine Army’s reserve force conducted an outreach program to assist transportation workers affected by the continuing rise in fuel prices. The 306th Ready Reserve Infantry Battalion (RRIBN) under the Community Defense Center of the 3rd Regional Community Defense Group led the initiative dubbed “Tulong at Pasasalamat: Bigas para sa Bayani ng…
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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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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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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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Outgoing 91st IB Commander Highlights Achievements, Thanks Troops in Farewell Message
BALER, Aurora — Outgoing commander Lt. Col. Aries A. Quinto expressed gratitude and pride in the accomplishments of the troops during his farewell message delivered at the covered court of the 91st Infantry “Sinagtala” Battalion during the unit’s change of command ceremony. Quinto, who led the battalion for nearly two years, reflected on the collective…
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Philippine Army Simulates Coastal Defense in CATEX Katihan
PANGASINAN — The Philippine Army successfully repelled a simulated enemy attack during a Littoral Defense Live Fire Exercise held along the coastline of Burgos, Pangasinan on March 9, 2026, as part of the ongoing third iteration of CATEX Katihan. The exercise featured the 701st Combined Arms Brigade, which deployed various armor and artillery assets to…
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