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A military officer stated that the Department of Education utilized only open-source information for its military-backed youth initiatives, dismissing claims of classified intelligence use.
Four former commanders of the Army’s 10th Infantry Division returned to their former base for a rare tribute ceremony recognizing their leadership and contributions to the unit's operations.
Residents of Matuguinao, Samar, alerted authorities to an attempted return by members of the New People’s Army (NPA) to remote villages. This prompted a security operation by the Philippine Army, thwarting the insurgency group's bid after the town's insurgency-free declaration.
The Philippine Army's 5th Infantry Division reported finding an unidentified body in the mountains of Abra during law enforcement operations.
A 26-year-old Philippine Army private first class was arrested in Taguig City for allegedly indiscriminately firing his gun, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP).
Three former supporters of the Abu Sayyaf Group, along with 18 high-powered firearms, voluntarily surrendered to the Philippine Army in Basilan, facilitated by reservist Brig. Gen. Michael “Mikee” Romero.
The Philippine Army has deployed the 28th Infantry Battalion to ensure security for the 2026 Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections.
Soldiers engaged in a second clash with alleged members of the New People’s Army during pursuit operations in Barangay Apao, Tineg, Abra province.
The Philippine Army held a testimonial parade and review for its former chief, Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr., ahead of his mandatory retirement.
The Philippine Army’s Task Force Zamboanga (TFZ) handed over eight surrendered loose firearms to Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Adan Olaso, as part of the city's ongoing campaign against illegal weapons.
The Philippine Army's 88th Infantry Battalion issued a public apology after soldiers mistakenly shot and killed a civilian woman during operations in a remote village in Bukidnon on June 15.
The Philippine Army's 10th Infantry Division and Malaysian soldiers launched a 12-day joint territorial defense planning exercise in Mawab town, Davao de Oro, aimed at boosting the security preparedness of both nations.
The Philippine Army has received 11 mobile laboratory vans through First Lady Liza Marcos’ Lab for All Program. This initiative is expected to make healthcare services more accessible to soldiers, particularly those stationed in remote areas.
Seventy-seven members of the Citizen Armed Force Geographical Unit (Cafgu) in Eastern Visayas were awarded a total of P9.61 million in separation gratuity by the Philippine Army's 8th Infantry Division.
The Philippine Army has recognized two soldiers who sustained injuries in separate encounters with alleged communist rebels in Negros Occidental, including a deadly April 19 clash in Toboso town that resulted in 19 fatalities.
A Philippine army raid targeting communist rebels has resulted in the deaths of 19 individuals, including two American citizens. The incident occurred during an operation against a rebel stronghold.
An encounter between the Philippine Army and New People's Army (NPA) rebels in Negros Occidental resulted in the death of a rebel leader and over ten others. The clash also forced more than 600 residents to evacuate their homes.
The Philippine military has called on New People’s Army (NPA) rebels in Occidental Mindoro to release a Filipino-American woman believed to be in their custody, citing concerns for her emotional distress.
A firefight between Philippine Army troops and suspected New People’s Army (NPA) members in Barangay Nurcia, Lanuza town, Surigao del Sur, resulted in the deaths of two suspected rebels and injuries to two soldiers.
Cagayan de Oro City council members have invited commanders of the Philippine Army and US forces involved in a joint training program to clarify the arrival of American troops and the nature of the Edca exercises.
The lawyer behind an affidavit signed by 18 supposed former Marines and Philippine Army officials admitted he made a mistake in naming Rep. Leila De Lima (ML Party-lists) as one of the alleged recipients of cash-filled suitcases.
The Philippine Army has denied receiving funds allegedly transferred by Vice President Sara Duterte, while a military officer publicly questioned a certificate tied to the Department of Education’s cash-for-work program.
A 34-year-old man was arrested in Las Piñas City, Philippines, for allegedly impersonating a member of the Philippine Army during a weapons inspection at a public establishment.
A Philippine Army corporal was killed and two other soldiers were wounded after gunmen attacked them along a highway in Indanan, Sulu.
Maj. Gen. Arsenio Sadural has been installed as the commander of the Philippine Army's 2nd Infantry Division during a ceremony at Camp Capinpin in Tanay, Rizal.
The Philippine Army has identified three suspected New People’s Army (NPA) rebels killed in an August 4 encounter in Abra, as a human rights group raises concerns about autopsy delays.
The Philippine Army's 4th Infantry Division is intensifying its offensive against New People's Army (NPA) rebels in Northern Mindanao, following the dismantling of a major communist command in the Caraga Region.
Government forces engaged with combined armed groups, including Dawlah Islamiya and BIFF, in Maguindanao del Sur. The army successfully recovered guns and explosives following the clash.
Two more Philippine Army bases in Maguindanao, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), have been harassed as the region prepares for parliamentary elections.
Mikee Romero has made history by becoming the first reservist to receive honors from the Philippine Army, Navy, and Air Force.
The Philippine military announced that the New People’s Army’s (NPA) North Central Mindanao Regional Committee has been reduced to just 16 armed guerrillas, signaling a potential final push to end the communist insurgency.
The Philippine Army has denied claims made by Senator Panfilo Lacson regarding internal discontent and alleged destabilization plots within its ranks. The army asserts that its troops remain professional and united.
The Philippine Army is investigating the deaths of two military recruits who collapsed during training in Tarlac province this week.
Two suspected American communist insurgents, Lyle Prijoles and Kai Dana-Rene Sorem, were among 19 killed in a firefight with the Philippine army, tied to the New People’s Army.
The Philippine Army has made an unusual move by changing the leadership of its 4th Infantry “Diamond” Division twice within 11 days, replacing a newly installed commander.
Major General Michelle Anayron has relinquished his post as commander of the Army’s 4th Infantry Division in Cagayan de Oro City, with a new commander taking over after 38 years of service.
Joint forces from the Police Regional Office in Caraga and the Philippine Army uncovered an arms cache believed to belong to the New People’s Army (NPA) in Barangay Antongalon, Butuan City.
Government forces in the central Philippines killed at least 10 Maoist guerrillas during several gun battles on Negros island, marking a deadly escalation in the decades-old insurgency.
The Philippine military has denied allegations of intimidation, harassment, or torture against Charlize Cameron Garzon, an alleged New People’s Army (NPA) rebel captured in Occidental Mindoro.
President Marcos reiterated his administration's firm commitment to national security, vowing to continue modernizing the military and enhancing the Philippine Army's role in external defense.
The Philippine Army recovered 2.2 tons of suspected shabu, estimated to be worth ₱16 billion to ₱20 billion, from an abandoned speedboat that ran aground along the coast of Occidental Mindoro.
The Philippine Army has launched the third iteration of its large-scale Combined Arms Training Exercise (Catex) 'Katihan' in Northern Luzon, aimed at enhancing military capabilities.
As part of the Pacific Partnership 2026 initiative, American and Filipino military personnel distributed essential items to a school in Tacloban, reinforcing bilateral efforts in humanitarian aid and disaster resilience training.
The Philippine Army has launched a simulated territorial defense exercise in Sulu, bringing together government, security, and disaster-response agencies to test coordination during emergencies.
Lt. Gen. Donald Gumiran has formally taken over as the 68th commanding general of the Philippine Army (PA), succeeding Gen. Antonio Nafarrete, who is now the new Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief of staff.
The Philippine Army announced that two families have received the remains of relatives killed in an August 4 armed encounter in Abra, amidst allegations of delayed turnover from a human rights group.
The Philippine Army's 10th Infantry Division in Davao de Oro is undergoing its Annual General Inspection (AGI) to assess its operational readiness, following a high rating in the previous year.
Brigadier General Bernardo Taqueban has been appointed as the new commander of the Philippine Army’s 2nd Mechanized Infantry Brigade in Northern Mindanao, becoming the 14th leader of the unit.
Philippine Army forces, in cooperation with law enforcement, arrested 27 suspects and seized P59 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Western Mindanao.
The Philippine Army discovered two New People's Army (NPA) arms caches in Surigao and Bukidnon. Separately, the army returned the remains of an alleged NPA rebel to his family in Mindoro.
The Philippine Army has declared 57 municipalities, two cities, and the island province of Catanduanes in the Bicol region as having Stable Internal Peace and Security (SIPS) status, indicating they are insurgency-free.
The Philippine Army has prevented 12 National Guard trainees from graduating at Camp Capinpin as an investigation into an alleged assault by an army instructor continues. The probe is looking into claims of physical abuse against the trainees.
The newly appointed commander of the 4th Infantry Division announced that the communist New People’s Army (NPA) rebels in Northern Mindanao and Caraga regions have been "dismantled," with only a "handful" remaining.
Immigration authorities and the Philippine Army apprehended 24 Chinese nationals in Panabo City, Davao del Norte, for alleged immigration violations linked to unauthorized employment.
The Philippine Army's 2nd Infantry Division held a drone-racing fellowship, viewing aerial drones as an integral part of the military's future arsenal.
Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson stated that the encounter between the Philippine Army and the New People’s Army, which resulted in 19 deaths, was a legitimate operation. Lacson, who chairs the Negros Island Region, defended the military's actions.
The Philippine Army's 2nd Infantry (Jungle Fighter) Division is set to host a digital and social media summit focused on combating misinformation and enhancing public trust.
Five key officials of the New People’s Army’s Northern Negros Front (NNF) were among 19 suspected rebels killed in a recent encounter, creating a leadership vacuum in the area.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has officially approved the aviation insignia for the Philippine Army, marking a significant step for its aviation arm. Mikee Romero was named the first awardee of the new symbol.
The Philippine Army has issued a warning to armed factions, stating its readiness to use full force against those threatening peace and civilian safety, following recent clashes in Datu Piang, Maguindanao del Sur.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has instructed the Philippine Army to accelerate its transition from internal security operations to an external defense role, citing evolving threats that necessitate a greater focus on national defense.
Police have launched a manhunt for an active Philippine Army member suspected of wounding two civilians in a shooting incident in Catarman.