US forces to join combat drills in Philippines to show commitment to Asia while fighting Iran
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Source: AP News
Published: 2026-04-14 20:59 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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MANILA, Philippines (AP) — More than 17,000 American and Filipino military personnel will participate in one of their largest annual combat exercises in the Philippines that underscore the United States’ staunch commitment to Asia despite its preoccupation with the Middle East, a U.S. military official said Tuesday.
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