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30/07/2026

Philippine Army and Australian Army troops repelled a notional enemy attack in the defensive live-fire exercise at the Townsville Field Training Area (TFTA) on July 27, 2026.

The live-fire drills highlight the Philippine Army troops and a sniper squad from the Australian Army destroy notional enemies using effective firepower and maneuvers. This served as the culminating activity of 2026 iteration of Exercise Carabaroo, the Philippine Army's largest overseas training this year.

The combined force occupied and defended a main defensive position and key terrain against a notional enemy, employing live ammunition to test the combined forces' capability to mass fires, employ obstacles, and hold the ground in a high-intensity, force-on-force scenario.

Exercise Carabaroo, hosted by the Australian Army's 1st Brigade, is part of the broader Exercise Predator's Run 2026, one of the Australian Army's most significant combined arms training activities of the year.

The exercise also forms part of a broader run of Philippine Army-Australian Army engagements this year, following the recently concluded Philippines-Australia Army-to-Army Exercise "Kasangga" 2026-1 which was held in the Bicol Region in June 2026.

Photos by PFC Adriel M Paglinawan/PAO, Philippine Army

30/07/2026

The Philippine Navy, through guided-missile frigate BRP Miguel Malvar (FFG6), operating alongside Formidable-Class stealth frigate, RSS Steadfast (FFG-70) of Singapore and U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class destroyers USS Paul Hamilton (DDG-60) and USS Carl M. Levin (DDG-120), conducted Defensive Counter Air (DCA) and Raid Exercise (RAIDEX) Serials. The exercise was supported by U.S. Navy F-35 Lightning II, Multi-role stealth fighters, F/A-18 Hornets, and Hawker Hunter Fighter/Bombers, as part of the Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC), on July 16, 2026.

During the DCA serial, the Task Group defended against simulated hostile aircraft. A pair of USN F/A-18 Hornets acted as aggressors, while a pair of USN F-35s provided air cover for the task group. The combined surface and air units successfully detected, tracked, and intercepted the “hostile” aircraft before they could reach their simulated weapons release point, demonstrating integrated air defense procedures and coordination.

Following DCA, the surface action group headed by FFG6 as OCS immediately transitioned to RAIDEX. USN Hawker Hunter aircraft simulated incoming hostile fighter aircraft and anti-ship cruise missiles in multi-axis attacks. Surface units practiced issuing threat warnings, correlating radar contacts, evaluating tracks, and relaying target and engagement information in real time. Ships also rotated the role of Anti-Air Warfare Coordinator across multiple runs to test command and control flexibility.

Anchoring in this iteration’s theme, “Partners: Integrated and Prepared”, RIMPAC allows the Philippine Navy to refine its tactics, techniques and procedures and develop the muscle memory of its CIC Team during a fast-phased AAW combat scenario, as it continues to reinforce its role as a credible and reliable maritime partner committed to regional peace and security.

Photos by: PO3 Deguilo PN and ASN Alcala, Philippine Navy

29/07/2026

Kasama sa pinakabagong hakbang sa maritime security at joint training ang pag-deploy ng USS Santa Barbara (LCS 32)—isang Independence-class littoral combat ship ng United States Navy.

Ang presensya ng modernong barkong pandigmang ito ay patunay ng patuloy na matibay na alyansa at dedikasyon sa pagpapanatili ng kapayapaan, katatagan, at malayang paglalayag sa rehiyon.

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Ang USS Santa Barbara ay ipinangalan sa makasaysayang lungsod ng Santa Barbara sa California, at ito ang ikatlong barko ng US Navy na opisyal na nagdala ng naturang pangalan. Kilala ito sa katangi-tanging trimaran (three-hulled) hull design nito na nagbibigay-daan sa mataas na bilis at liksi sa mga mabababaw na baybayin at coastal waters.

The Philippine Navy (PN) through BRP Miguel Malvar (FFG6), Singapore’s RSS Steadfast (F70), USS Paul Hamilton (DDG60) an...
29/07/2026

The Philippine Navy (PN) through BRP Miguel Malvar (FFG6), Singapore’s RSS Steadfast (F70), USS Paul Hamilton (DDG60) and USS Carl M Levin (DDG120) of US Navy with onboard MH60-R ASW Helo supported by a P8-A Poseidon Fixed-wing Aircraft (USA), defended against, and successfully prosecuted an enemy diesel-electric submarine simulated by BAP Chipana (SS34) from the Peruvian Navy, during the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2026, At-Sea Training serials, on July 15, 2026.

The primary objective of the exercise is to test and refine common ASW tactics, techniques, and procedures by establishing command and control, a common operating picture, conducting evasive maneuvers, and coordinated attacks against an enemy submarine. Operating in a realistic combat scenario, multinational ASW-capable ships and aircraft from the Philippines, United States, and Singapore Navies displayed a high degree of interoperability and readiness, successfully defending against a submarine trying to pe*****te a tight screen formation to attack a High Value Unit (HVU). Likewise, the Peruvian Navy Type 209/1200 diesel electric submarine, known for its quiet running profile, effectively searched, approached, and evaded the defending surface ships.

Anchoring in this iteration’s theme, “Partners; Integrated and Prepared”, RIMPAC demonstrates that a successful ASW mission relies on speed of communication, coordinated response, and teamwork between multiple ASW platforms. By integrating with partner navies, the PN continues to reinforce its role as a credible and reliable maritime partner committed to regional peace and security. (Philippine Navy)

The Philippine Navy welcomed Colonel Dale Parker, Non-Resident Defence Attaché of New Zealand to the Philippines based i...
28/07/2026

The Philippine Navy welcomed Colonel Dale Parker, Non-Resident Defence Attaché of New Zealand to the Philippines based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, during his courtesy visit to the Philippine Navy Headquarters on 28 July 2026, underscoring the enduring defence partnership and growing maritime cooperation between the Philippines and New Zealand.

Rear Admiral Edwin M. Nera PN, Chief of Staff, Philippine Navy, received Colonel Parker and conveyed the Navy's appreciation for his steadfast support and valuable contributions to strengthening bilateral defence relations.

During the engagement, both officials exchanged views on expanding cooperation in the maritime domain and explored opportunities to deepen collaboration in areas of mutual interest. The discussions reflected the shared commitment of both nations to enhancing interoperability, promoting regional stability, and upholding a rules-based international order.

The visit highlights the Philippine Navy's continued efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships with like-minded nations in support of a secure, peaceful, and free Indo-Pacific region. (Philippine Navy)

28/07/2026

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) continues its Search and Rescue (SAR) operations in the vicinity waters off Kagitingan Reef in the West Philippine Sea following the reported sinking of a Vietnamese cargo vessel, with BRP Malapascua (MRRV-4403) leading the mission.

As of 4PM today, July 28, 2026, BRP Malapascua (MRRV-4403) is currently conducting the sixth leg of the SAR operation to locate the 14 missing crew members.

Earlier, the PCG vessel transmitted a radio broadcast to all ships in the area to support the ongoing SAR operations and request vigilance for possible sightings of survivors.

Despite moderate to rough sea conditions, BRP Malapascua (MRRV-4403) continues to systematically search the designated area while coordinating with other vessels participating in the operation. The vessel has also been augmented with the Marine Science Technical Service, Special Operations Unit, Coast Guard Medical Service, and Coast Guard Nursing Service to strengthen the ongoing humanitarian mission.

According to PCG Commandant, Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan, the SAR operation will continue until all possible measures have been exhausted, in line with President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr's Bagong Pilipinas vision, the PCG's Intensified Community Assistance, Awareness, Response, and Enforcement (iCARE) campaign, and the Organized National Engagement (ONE) at Sea strategic concept, which strengthens coordinated humanitarian response and the protection of lives at sea. (Philippine Coast Guard)

Philippine Army troops conducted assault operations with Australian soldiers as part of the ongoing Exercise Carabaroo a...
28/07/2026

Philippine Army troops conducted assault operations with Australian soldiers as part of the ongoing Exercise Carabaroo at the Townsville Field Training Area in Queensland, Australia on July 25, 2026.

Troops from the Philippine Army's 1st Brigade Combat Team (1BCT) and the Darwin-based 5th/7th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (5/7 RAR) assaulted and cleared the notional enemy stronghold that had seized a village.

The training highlighted the importance of urban operations, as conflicts are increasingly being fought in and around cities and towns.

Carabaroo 2026 is being held as part of the broader Exercise Predator's Run 2026 which also includes the U.S. Marine Corps units training under a unified command structure. Exercise Carabaroo is a testament to strong strategic partnership between the Philippine Army and Australian Army in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Photos by PFC Adriel M Paglinawan/ PAO, Philippine Army

Philippine Army troops took a pause from training to take part in a field service led by an Australian Army chaplain at ...
28/07/2026

Philippine Army troops took a pause from training to take part in a field service led by an Australian Army chaplain at the Townsville Field Training Area in Queensland, Australia on July 26, 2026.

The field service, officiated by 1st Brigade, Australian Army Chaplain Gavin Keating provided hope and encouragement to the troops and fortified their spirit to help them fulfill their duty with compassion and strength.

Australian Army Chaplains, affectionately called Padre by troops, are the Philippine Army's counterpart of the Kapelyan whose mission is to cultivate spiritual fitness, moral character, and overall well-being of Army soldiers and their dependents.

Exercise Carabaroo, which represents the biggest out-of-country training exercise of the Philippine Army for 2026, strengthens the interoperability and strategic partnership between the two ground forces in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific Region.

Photos by Pvt Jobelle Baldoza, 1BCT, Philippine Army

28/07/2026

Para kay VP Sara Zimmerman Duterte, waste of time of the Filipino people ang SONA. Ito ay excerpt sa 14:36 mins na interview kay VP sa The Hague na provided ng OVP.

Kayo mga kapwa Manlalakbay, ano ang pananaw ninyo sa SONA kahapon?

27/07/2026

Mula sa marangyang sagisag ng kapangyarihan hanggang sa nagniningning na simbolo ng pag-asa at malasakit! 🚢🇵🇭

Alam niyo ba ang kwento ng BRP Ang Pangulo (AT-25) ng ating Philippine Navy? Nagsimula ito bilang isang marangyang presidential yacht na nagdala sa mga nakaraang lider ng bansa sa mga makasaysayang paglalakbay. Ngunit sa paglipas ng panahon, sumailalim ito sa isang makabuluhang pagbabago upang mas lalo pang mapakinabangan ng sambayanang Pilipino.

Ngayon, ang dating yate ng pangulo ay isa nang ganap at maaasahang humanitarian and disaster response vessel! Handa itong sumabak sa gitna ng karagatan upang magdala ng agarang tulong, pagkain, at medical mission sa mga komunidad na sinalanta ng kalamidad. Isa itong patunay na ang lakas ng ating Hukbong Dagat ay nakasalalay hindi lamang sa pagtatanggol ng bansa kundi pati na rin sa pagliligtas ng mga buhay.

Ipagmalaki natin ang ating mga mandagat at ang patuloy na paglilingkod ng BRP Ang Pangulo para sa bayan! ⚓💙

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