US troops put new Philippine military sites to test in Balikatan drillSome of the newest Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement sites got a workout in the Philippines during the bilateral Balikatan exercise this month.By Jen Judson6 days ago
OpinionThe power of relationships and partnerships forged by special opsThe history of special operations in the U.S. is replete with examples that demonstrate how vital this can be.By Michael K. Nagata10 days ago
Lawmakers plan public hearing on Austin’s hospitalization and healthThe defense secretary is expected to testify on the controversy on Feb. 14 before the House Armed Services Committee.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Austin released from hospital after cancer surgery complicationsThe defense secretary left the hospital Monday.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP4 months ago
Austin developed infection after prostate cancer treatmentAustin is expected to make a full recovery.By Meghann Myers4 months ago
Austin’s chief of staff failed to tell anyone about hospitalizationAustin remained hospitalized Monday, according to the Pentagon.By Meghann Myers4 months ago
Defense secretary hospitalized for surgery complicationsThe defense secretary went into the hospital on Jan. 1, the Pentagon announced.By Meghann Myers4 months ago
Increased US partnership with the Philippines coming in 2024A deal inked between the two nations in 2023 opens up multiple bases for American use.By Geoff Ziezulewicz5 months ago
US Navy ship ‘intruded’ in South China Sea waters, China saysThe U.S. Navy said the ship “was conducting routine operations in international waters ... consistent with international law.”6 months ago
US, Philippines conduct joint patrols in South China Sea near TaiwanThe patrols come days after Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called the situation in the South China Sea increasingly “dire.”6 months ago
Chinese ships chase Philippine vessels in South China SeaChina has stood by its claim to virtually the entire South China Sea, clashing with its neighbors and drawing in the U.S., Manila’s treaty ally.6 months ago
USS Ronald Reagan pulls into the Philippines amidst tension with ChinaNavy officials said the carrier's port call was planned in advance and not a response to recent maritime collisions between Beijing and Manila.By Geoff Ziezulewicz7 months ago