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Myanmar finds soldiers guilty in Rohingya atrocities court martial
The rare action against military members comes as Myanmar faces charges of genocide at the United Nations' top court over a brutal 2017 crackdown against the Rohingya
[ANALYSIS] COVID-19 and civil-military relations in the PH: Getting the balance right
'While it is reasonable to say that the role of the AFP in the government’s COVID-19 response has been substantial, there are two risks that could affect civil-military relations during this pandemic period'
PMA adopts distancing to prevent COVID-19 – and hazing
The Philippine Military Academy has adopted segregation of classes since its reopening in mid-June
PMA Cadet Dormitorio’s family ‘dissatisfied’ with prosecutor’s resolution
'We only yearn for fair justice but at this juncture, we feel like we are already being deprived of it,' says the victim's brother after prosecutors dismissed charges against some suspects in Darwin Dormitorio's hazing and murder
2 cadets, 3 PMA doctors indicted for murder in Dormitorio death
Baguio prosecutors rule that although the doctors are not 'co-conspirators,' past cases support an indictment of murder 'by indispensable cooperation through acts of negligence'
Trump nixes idea of renaming U.S. bases honoring Confederate heroes
10 bases honoring generals from the secessionist South, which lost the Civil War and its struggle to preserve slavery, are in the spotlight
[OPINION] The Philippine military and its hypocrisy
Who is the biggest recruiter for the communist movement? Surely the generals know?
‘Terror law’: The pet bill of the generals
‘You don’t deserve that kind of power. No one does,’ a farmers' party-list representative tells the military, referring to the proposed Anti-Terror Act of 2020, which is up for President Duterte's signature
LOOK: PMA prepares for safe arrival of incoming cadets amid pandemic
The incoming members of Class 2024 are subjected to health guidelines prescribed by the national government, including quarantine and PCR tests, before they head to the Philippine Military Academy in Baguio
Amid protests, Pentagon squirms under pressure to do Trump's political bidding
'America is not a battleground. Our fellow citizens are not the enemy,' says retired General Martin Dempsey
[ANALYSIS] Philippine defense spending 2019: What’s in the data?
'The Philippines has enjoyed strong economic growth in recent years, but a sharp slowdown as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic could upend planned defense spending'
Russia sent jets to Libya to back mercenaries, says U.S.
The Kremlin has always denied involvement in the conflict
North Korea discusses new policies for increasing 'nuclear war deterrence' – KCNA
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un discusses with the Central Military Commission 'crucial measures... for considerably increasing the firepower strike ability' of the military
Yet again, Duterte rewards PMA, PNPA valedictorians with house and lot
The class goat, the least-rated cadet from either academy, gets a gun from the Commander-in-Chief
5 female cadets make it to top 10 of PMA Masidlawin Class of 2020
Of the 196 members of the PMA Class of 2020, 23 are women
Meet the top 3 of PMA 'Masidlawin' Class of 2020
Cadet 1st Class Gemalyn Deocares Sugui, Cadet 1st Class Jade Campo Villanueva, and Cadet 1st Class Jefferson Yamson Salazar are from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, respectively
Female cadet from Isabela tops PMA ‘Masidlawin’ class of 2020
Cadet 1st Class Gemalyn Deocares Sugui and her 195 batchmates will graduate in a 'simple and private' ceremony as the Philippine Military Academy remains closed to the public – even to cadets' families – because of the coronavirus pandemic
Filipina graduates with honors from U.S. Naval Academy
‘I want to end my cadetship here at the USNA on a very good note. I’m not representing myself, I'm representing the Philippine military,’ says Midshipman First Class Mary Pauline Fornea
Parents can't attend PMA Class 2020 graduation rites on May 22
The graduation rites will be closed to the public, according to PMA spokesperson Marine Captain Cherryl Tindog
U.S. State Department approves possible sale of attack helicopters to PH
To give the Philippine military a much-needed boost in air power, the government is looking to buy 6 attack helicopters from US-based suppliers
Iran hails military satellite launch as U.S. tensions simmer
The United States charges Iran's satellite program is a cover for its development of missiles. The Islamic republic has previously insisted its aerospace activities comply with its international obligations.
Young military officer in Bulacan dies from respiratory disease
Army 2Lt Vince Magbanua is a member of Philippine Military Academy Class of 2018. 'He is looked up to by his superiors, peers and subordinates for his dedication, commitment, and idealism,' says the military
Young soldier killed while conducting coronavirus info drive, says military
The slain soldier, Private First Class Mark Nemis, belongs to the 301st 'Bayanihan' Infantry Brigade based in Camp Hernandez in Iloilo. He was only 24 years old.
[OPINION] Why is the military taking the lead in the National Action Plan?
The Bayanihan law that was signed to address the coronavirus directs a multi-pronged government strategy
Rockets hit Iraq base hosting foreign troops – military
The rockets slammed into the Besmaya base south of Baghdad late Monday night, a statement by the military says, making no mention of casualties
Police, military 'helped syndicates' bring in P18.7 billion to Philippines
The Bureau of Customs says couriers of dirty money working for two criminal groups were able to waltz through airport security with police and military escorts
War with the NPA, war without end
From our archives: The Philippine military is treading dangerous waters with its counterinsurgency experiments
American soldier in South Korea tests positive for coronavirus
The soldier, a 23-year-old man, is the first infection among the 28,500 troops Washington stations in the South to defend it against the nuclear-armed North
PMA to honor Lacson, Honasan
This year's PMA Alumni Homecoming on Saturday is a private affair because of the threat of the COVID-19
Duterte: Military to instill order if coronavirus outbreak becomes pandemic
Duterte also says that while the government was 'on top' of the coronavirus threat, doctors should work double-time to find a virus cure
PMA alumni homecoming postponed because of novel coronavirus
Originally set for February 14 and 15, the yearly event has been pushed back to February 22, says the Philippine Military Academy Alumni Association
No lockdown in Baguio City, but PMA homecoming may still be postponed
A statement by defense secretary Delfin Lorenzana says Baguio Mayor Benjamin Magalong ordered a citywide lockdown. Magalong, however, denies it.
Lorenzana favors postponing PMA alumni homecoming to avert novel coronavirus
'We deem it prudent to avoid situations where the health and safety of our cadets, PMA alumni, and their families are put at risk,' says the defense chief
Murder case filed vs alleged gunman in PMA imam killing
The Baguio City Prosecutor's Office identifies the gunman as 44-year-old Joselito Fernando Vidad
Quickie generals: The military's revolving door needs to be shut
(UPDATED) Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana says the AFP ‘could have done better’ if its top commanders served for at least 3 years, instead of the usual one year or less
Following Duterte, AFP to perform silent drills in public
The Armed Forces of the Philippines complies with President Rodrigo Duterte's order, which came after he was 'inspired' by the Chinese military drawing out crowds for its drills
Rescuers search for Chilean plane missing near Antarctica
(UPDATED) The plane went missing while flying over the Drake Passage, a maritime route between South America and Antarctica frequently hit by some of the world's worst weather
Neighbors worried about China's military, economic might – poll
A survey by Washington-based Pew Research Center finds that 79% of people across the Asia-Pacific region say they are alarmed by China's growing military strength
Lanao del Sur gov't urges Duterte to reconsider new military camp in Marawi
Echoing the sentiments of Marawi residents, the provincial government urges President Duterte to review or modify the plan 'taking into account the social and cultural sensitivities of the community'
South Korea salvages military pact with Japan at 11th hour
(3rd UPDATE) Kim You-geun, a national security official at Seoul's presidential Blue House, confirms the accord, known as the General Security of Military Agreement, would not be allowed to lapse at midnight
PMA fires swimming instructors of cadet who drowned during class
The civilian instructors are found guilty of 'negligence and imprudence' that led to the death of Cadet 4th Class Mario Telan Jr on November 8
Duterte creates group to study creation of new military camp in Marawi
Yet residents of Marawi City and Lanao del Sur strongly oppose the establishment of another military camp in the war-ravaged city
100,000 Maranao sign petition to halt planned military camps in Marawi
Increased military presence in the war-ravaged city may rile up residents' cultural and religious sensitivities, and take up land that has historic meaning to the Maranao people, the petitioners say
Army appeals release of 31 arrested in crackdown on progressive groups
The 31 include 21 laid off workers of a bus company and 10 young members of a grassroots cultural group
Military nurse stabbed dead in Makati City
The suspect, John Louie Brosas, is a 19-year-old construction worker, whom the victim, 2nd Lieutenant Jennett Beron Aguilar, had been helping after taking pity on him
CA confirms Clement as AFP chief, Cusi as PMA superintendent
AFP chief Lt Gen Noel Clement believes martial law in Mindanao should no longer be extended beyond 2019
PMA cadet drowns, found in pool after swimming class
(UPDATED) Cadet 4th Class Mario Telan Jr was found 'in the 15-foot deep end of the pool' hours after his swimming class, says the Philippine Military Academy
ISIS chief Baghdadi buried at sea by U.S. military
The US military basks in success after the eliminating the founder and spiritual guide of the Islamic State group, capping a years-long campaign to crush the Sunni Muslim extremist organization
PMA cadet dies of cancer – spokesperson
(UPDATED) Cadet 2nd Class Cedrick Gadia, from Candon, Ilocos Sur, dies of stage IV esophageal cancer on his father's birthday
BIGBANG member G-Dragon discharged from military service
'Now, I'll do my best in my main business. I will return to my job and be faithful to my work,' says G-Dragon after completing his 18-month mandatory military service
