The Philippine military said today one of Southeast Asia's top Islamic … Zulkifli Abdul Hir, alias Marwan, a Malaysian bomb maker with a US$ 5 million … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogA captured Abu Sayyaf commander told investigators that a top Southeast Asian terror suspect, who the military reported was killed in a U.S.-backed … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogMANILA, Philippines – A captured Abu Sayyaf commander told investigators that a top Southeast Asian terror suspect, who the military reported was … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogMANILA – Two C-130 transport planes may be added to the arsenal of the Philippine military by next year. The US State Department has endorsed the … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogThe camp of alleged pork scam mastermind Janet Lim Napoles is set to present its witnesses in the serious illegal detention case filed by whistleblower Benhur Luy. Among the possible witnesses defense lawyers plan to put on the standRead more
Subic-BlogMANILA – The party-list bloc in the Lower House has signed a resolution opposing the impeachment complaints filed against President Aquino over the disbursement acceleration program (DAP) and the enhanced defense cooperation agreement (EDCA). Nation
Subic-BlogMANILA – The Department of National Defense (DND) is seeking a P10-billion supplemental budget for the modernization of the Armed Forces. Nation
Subic-BlogMANILA – The Department of National Defense called for an end to rumors about destabilization moves against the Aquino administration. Nation
Subic-BlogMANILA – House Defense Committee chairman Rodolfo Biazon wants more evidence on the alleged destabilization plot against President Aquino, saying it is unfair to link retired military officers supposedly loyal to former President Arroyo of involvement in the plot.Read more
Subic-BlogFilipino extremists kill at least 16 villagers … survived in jungle encampments despite years of U.S.-backed Philippine military offensives, marine Brig. Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogMANILA – The Department of National Defense has announced the bidding for two Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats with the integrated support logistics, with an approved budget of P63.15 million. Nation
Subic-BlogThe role of chief of staff is akin to the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff in the U.S., with authority over the Philippine army, navy and air force. Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogMANILA, Philippines — Two additional Lockheed C-130 "Hercules" planes from the United States will be delivered to the Philippine military next year, … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogUnder the agreement, US military personnel will have access to designated Philippine military facilities, the right to construct facilities, and pre-position … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogMANILA – Another impeachment complaint against President Aquino is set to be filed today. ACT Teachers Party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio said the impeachment complaint will center on government’s enhanced defense cooperation agreement (EDCA) with the United States. Nation
Subic-BlogU.S. military forces were deployed to the Philippines to support humanitarian efforts in response to Typhoon Haiyan. U.S. Air Force/Senior Airman … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogMANILA – The Office of Civil Defense – National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (OCD-NDRRMC) officially launched “Batingaw,” a free mobile app designed inform, equip, and assist Filipinos in times of varying disasters. Nation
Subic-BlogMANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said it is nearing its “minimum defense posture” plan, which could help protect the country’s rights over disputed seas. Nation
Subic-BlogMANILA – Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin said the Philippines does not need China’s opinion over the oil exploration at the Reed Bank. Nation
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