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Power of Ideology: Kim Jong Un Says Weapons Alone Are “Just Ironware”
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has emphasized ideological strength as the true foundation of military power, declaring that weapons without proper ideology amount to nothing more than “ironware,” according to state media reports on Tuesday. Speaking at Kim Il Sung University of Politics, Kim stressed that the Korean People’s Army’s path to becoming the…
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Death of Key NPA Figure Myrna Sularte Deepens Leadership Crisis
The recent demise of Myrna Sularte, a prominent leader within the New People’s Army (NPA) known as Ka Maria Malaya, has significantly exacerbated the leadership crisis within the group, according to General Romeo Brawner Jr., the head of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Sularte, who served as the secretary of the NPA’s Northeastern Mindanao…
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Philippine Military Aims to Boost Defense with Two New Submarines
The head of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), General Romeo Brawner Jr., announced plans to enhance the nation’s defense capabilities by acquiring two diesel-electric submarines. This move is part of the ongoing AFP Modernization Program, which is currently in its third phase, known as Horizon 3, set to continue until 2028. However, the…
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Philippine Military Successfully Completes Resupply Operation at BRP Sierra Madre
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced the successful completion of a resupply and troop rotation mission at the BRP Sierra Madre stationed at Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea on January 24, 2025. The operation, which involved the vessel M/V Lapu-Lapu, was executed with the assistance of the Philippine Coast Guard. Colonel…
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Philippine Air Force Announces Leadership Changes in Three Key Units
In a significant reshuffle within the Philippine Air Force (PAF), three major units have been assigned new commanders. The change of command ceremony took place on Monday at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City, as confirmed by PAF spokesperson Col. Ma. Consuelo Castillo in a statement released on Tuesday. The ceremony was overseen by PAF…
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Philippines Enjoys Peaceful Holiday Season, Thanks to Military Vigilance
The holiday season in the Philippines wrapped up peacefully, with no significant incidents reported, according to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). In a statement to the Philippine News Agency, AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla highlighted the success of the military’s efforts in maintaining security during the festive period. She noted that the…
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Philippines Concludes Holiday Season Peacefully, Thanks to Military Vigilance
The holiday season in the Philippines ended on a peaceful note, with no major incidents reported, according to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). The AFP’s spokesperson, Col. Francel Margareth Padilla, highlighted the success of the security measures implemented during the festive period. She emphasized that the military’s continuous operations and support to other…
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Ambush in Basilan Claims Lives of Three ISAFP Members
In a tragic incident in Basilan province, three personnel from the Intelligence Service of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (ISAFP) lost their lives in an ambush, as confirmed by local authorities on Tuesday. The attack took place around 6:25 p.m. on Monday in Barangay Baimbing, Lamitan City. The victims, who were stationed in Zamboanga…
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