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diplomacyAug 14, 2026

US special forces ready to step up combat drills in Philippines and help deter aggression in Asia

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MANILA, Philippines (AP) — American special operations forces are ready to step up warfighting-readiness exercises with counterparts in the Philippines and other countries in Asia to further strengthen a security alliance and help deter a major conflict in the region, a U.S. military official said Thursday. Adm.

Source: JIM GOMEZ, Associated Press — Read the full report

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  • JIM GOMEZ, Associated PressBy JIM GOMEZ, Associated Press

    A U.S. military official says American special operations forces are ready to step up warfighting-readiness exercises with counterparts in the Philippines and other countries in Asia. The intent is to further strengthen a security alliance and help deter a major conflict in the r…

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