The spoiled transfer of 39 million gallons of fuel from a United States military facility to Subic Bay, Zambales stirred controversy as progressive groups sought the Philippines and US governments to explain the "clandestine" work, fearing that it that might raise regional tension. Activist group "...
(File photo) An estimated 400 military personnel from the major services of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) were committed to provide peace and security operations for the Feast of the Black Nazarene or "Traslacion" on Tuesday, Jan. 9. AFP Chief, General Romeo Brawner Jr. said it is all...
Pres. Ferdinand Marcos Jr. troops the line during his arrival at the 73rd founding anniversary of the Philippine Army's First Scout Ranger Regiment (PA-FSRR) at Camp Tecson in San Miguel, Bulacan on Nov. 25, 2023. (Photo by Philippine Army) There are no efforts to oust President Ferdinand Marcos...
Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa has floated the idea of subjecting military personnel in the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), specifically the auxiliary members of the Citizen Armed Force Geographical Unit (CAFGU), to a training on rules of engagement. Dela Rosa, former Philippine...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reiterated on Friday, Jan. 5, its "unwavering" loyalty to the Constitution and the Philippine flag amid new rumors of a destabilization plot against the current administration which is also being closely monitored by the Philippine National Police (PNP)....
Philippine Navy ship BRP Gregorio del Pilar (PS-15) sails in the West Philippine Sea as part of the second Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the US Indo-Pacific Command held from Jan. 3 to 4, 2024. (Photo: AFP) The Armed Forces of the Philippines...
The use of water cannon and the dangerous maneuvers by Chinese vessels even on Philippine civilian ships are but indications which of the two countries are creating instability in the West Philippine Sea, a military official said on Monday, Dec 26. Col. Medel Aguilar, spokesperson of the Armed...
CAMP BANCASI, Butuan City – Four units of the Armed Forces of the Philippines were awarded for dismantling guerrilla fronts of the New People’s Army in Northern Mindanao (Region 10) and Caraga (Region 13). Campaign streamers were bestowed on the 58th Infantry Battalion (IB) led by Lt. Col....
The Department of National Defense (DND) assured the public that it remains on alert to ensure a peaceful and safe Christmas and New Year's day celebration for everyone. DND Secretary Gilberto "Gibo" Teodoro Jr. made the remark in a video greeting released by the DND in time for the Christmas Day....
(Photo courtesy of Noel Pabalate / MANILA BULLETIN) The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) vowed on Saturday, Dec. 23, to continue its efforts to decimate the remaining forces of communist groups in the country even as the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) announced a two-day unilateral...
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (right) troops the line with Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff, General Romeo Brawner Jr. (left), during the 88th founding anniversary of AFP at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City on Dec. 21, 2023. (Photo by AFP) The decision of President Ferdinand...
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. granted an increase in the lifetime monthly gratuity pay of existing Medal of Valor awardees during the 88th founding anniversary of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Thursday, Dec. 21. Only a few are chosen to receive the Medal of Valor, the highest combat...
