WATCH: Fears of retaliatory attacks on EDCA sites unfounded, says Defense chief
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Source: The Manila Times
Published: 2026-03-03 19:55 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Defence, Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, Philippines, War & Conflict, Asia Pacific
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Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on March 3, 2026 tags as unfounded concerns that Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) sites around the country are potential targets for Iran’s retaliatory attacks because the Philippines is a military ally of the United States. The United States and Israel launched airstrikes against Iran on Feb.
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