Tag: Philippine Army
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Philippine Army Seeks More Reservists in Negros Oriental for Emergency Response
The Philippine Army is intensifying its recruitment drive for the Ready Reserve Battalion (RRB) in Negros Oriental, urging more locals to volunteer and bolster the ranks needed for national emergencies and security support. Colonel William Pesase, leading the 703rd Community Defense Center, emphasized the critical role of reservists in responding to crises, including natural disasters…
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Philippine Army Expands 2025 ‘Katihan’ Exercise to Visayas and Mindanao
Philippine Army chief Lt. Gen. Roy Galido announced that the 2025 ‘Combined Arms Exercise’ (CATEX) ‘Katihan’ will extend its reach to new locations in Bukidnon and Capiz, in addition to the usual training ground at Fort Magsaysay in Nueva Ecija. This expansion underscores the exercise’s national scope and the necessity to evaluate troop mobility across…
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Philippine Army Set to Bolster Defenses with New Missile Systems
In a recent announcement, Philippine Army commander Lt. Gen. Roy Galido revealed that the military branch has secured funding to purchase short-range air defense missile systems. Speaking in Manila, Galido confirmed that the budget, allocated last year, is now actively being used to initiate the procurement process. This move is part of a broader strategy…
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Nine NPA Rebels in Northern Samar Surrender, Hand Over Six Firearms
In a significant move towards peace, nine members of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Northern Samar have surrendered to the Philippine Army’s 19th Infantry Battalion. The surrender took place on February 15, 2025, and was reported by the military on February 17. The group, part of the NPA’s sub-regional guerrilla unit, handed over a…
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Philippine Army Discovers Hidden Weapons in Nueva Ecija’s Mountains
In a significant operation over the weekend, the Philippine Army’s 91st Infantry Battalion, part of the 7th Infantry Division, discovered a hidden arsenal in the mountainous village of Barangay Sawmill, Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija. The operation, spurred by information from a former rebel, led to the seizure of various weapons and explosives believed to be linked…
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Philippine Army Discovers Hidden Weapons in Nueva Ecija Village
In a significant operation over the weekend, the Philippine Army’s 91st Infantry Battalion, part of the 7th Infantry Division, discovered a hidden arsenal in the mountainous village of Barangay Sawmill, Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija. The operation, spurred by information from a former rebel, led to the seizure of various weapons and explosives believed to be linked…
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Two High-Ranking NPA Leaders Killed in Agusan del Sur Confrontation
In a significant blow to the New People’s Army (NPA), two of its senior commanders were killed during a clash with government forces in Agusan del Sur. The incident occurred on February 12, 2025, in Sitio Katipunan, Barangay San Lorenzo, Prosperidad, involving members of the 3rd Special Forces Battalion. The deceased were identified as Larry…
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Philippine Army Hails Death of NPA Leader as Step Toward Peace in Mindanao
In a significant development for peace in the Philippines, Lt. Gen. Roy Galido, the Philippine Army commander, announced that the demise of high-ranking New People’s Army (NPA) leader Myrna Sularte, known as Maria Malaya, is a crucial step toward achieving peace and development in Mindanao and beyond. Galido emphasized that Sularte’s elimination brings justice to…
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High-Ranking NPA Official Killed in Butuan City Skirmish
In a significant blow to the New People’s Army (NPA) in the Caraga region, Myrna Sularte, known by her alias Maria Malaya, was fatally shot during a confrontation with the Philippine Army’s 30th Infantry Battalion in Barangay Pianing, Butuan City. The incident occurred on February 12, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict…
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Philippine Army Launches Task Force HOPE in Eastern Visayas for Peaceful Elections
In a significant move to ensure the integrity of the upcoming local elections, the Philippine Army has officially launched Task Force HOPE (Honest, Orderly, and Peaceful Elections) in Eastern Visayas. The activation ceremony took place on February 11, 2025, at the 8th Infantry Division headquarters in Catbalogan City, Samar, marking a renewed commitment to a…
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