2026 Balikatan exercises will highlight Manila’s more ‘active defense posture’

2026 Balikatan exercises will highlight Manila’s more ‘active defense posture’

MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines is slowly shifting to a more “active defense posture,” analysts told Radio Free Asia, as Manila and Washington launch the largest-ever iteration of their annual war games this week. The increased scope of the “Balikatan” exercises reflect the Philippines taking on a more decisive role in its own defense, while…

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‘Trust and confidence reposed’: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif thanks Donald Trump for ceasefire extension – The Times of India

‘Trust and confidence reposed’: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif thanks Donald Trump for ceasefire extension – The Times of India

File photo: US President Donald Trump with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday thanked US President Donald Trump for extending the ceasefire in the ongoing Iran conflict, expressing hope that the move would create space for a lasting peace agreement.In a post on X, Sharif said, “On my personal behalf…

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