Philippines

Supporters and detractors of Philippines' Duterte rally on his 80th birthday

US and Philippines kick off joint army exercises with 5,000 troops

Soldiers from the Philippine Army and the U.S. Army began three weeks of joint military drills on Monday, focused on territorial defense and large-scale force deployments, the Philippine Army announced.

Philippines' Duterte to have first court appearance in The Hague

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appears at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, facing murder allegations over his deadly "war on drugs." Arrested on an ICC warrant, he is the first Asian ex-head of state to stand trial for crimes against humanity.

Duterte accepts blame for drug war as he braces for a lengthy ICC trial

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he takes full responsibility for his administration’s "war on drugs" in a video posted on his Facebook account, as he prepares for what he anticipates will be a protracted legal battle at the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Plane carrying former Philippine President Duterte lands in Rotterdam

2 pilots dead as wreckage of missing Philippine fighter jet found

A Philippine Air Force F-50 fighter jet, missing during a tactical night mission in Bukidnon, has been found wrecked at Mount Kalatungan. Tragically, both pilots aboard the aircraft lost their lives. The crash occurred while ground troops were engaged in clashes with members of the New People's Army

Philippines fighter jet reportedly goes missing

Marcos to Meet Trump on Immigration and Typhon Missile amid Tensions

Philippine President Marcos plans to meet U.S. President Trump to discuss immigration and the Typhon missile system, amid ongoing tensions with China over the South China Sea.

Earthquake measuring 5.7 strikes off the Philippines coast

A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the Philippines at 10:42 UTC, with its epicentre at a depth of 10 kilometres. No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been received as authorities continue to assess the situation.

Volcano eruption in Philippines Mount Kanlaon

On Monday, a volcanic eruption at Mount Kanlaon in the central Philippines sent ash 4,000 meters into the sky.

China accuses Philippine ships of intruding near Scarborough Shoal, while Manila reports "aggressive" Chinese actions

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) released a video showing what it says were a Chinese navy and coast guard vessel taking "aggressive actions" against a routine patrol by it and the fisheries bureau near the contested Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea on Wednesday (December 4).

Chinese ships gather near island disputed with Philippines, satellite images show

Chinese vessels gather near Philippines' Thitu Island in the South China Sea, raising regional tensions. Manila monitors the "illegal presence," while analysts suggest Beijing may be testing reactions amid domestic Philippine political strife.

Massive fire spreads through residential area in Manila

A massive fire broke out in a residential area in the Tondo of Manila, capital of Philippines, leaving thousands of houses engulfed in flames and more than 2,000 families homeless.

At least eight killed as super typhoon struck Philippines

Super typhoon Man-Yi hit the Philippines over the weekend, leaving at least eight dead, causing landslides, and triggering storm surges. The storm, which made landfall in Catanduanes, has displaced residents and flooded farmlands, while international aid, including from the U.S., is underway.

Philippines, United States Sign Military Intelligence-Sharing Agreement

The Philippines and the United States signed a military intelligence-sharing agreement on Monday, bolstering defense ties amid rising tensions in the South China Sea and the Indo-Pacific region.

Super Typhoon Man-Yi Weakens as It Sweeps Through the Philippines

Super Typhoon Man-Yi hit Luzon, forcing over a million evacuations and causing damage. The storm is weakening as it moves through the region.

Philippines urges residents to evacuate as Super Typhoon Man-Yi strengthens on its approach

The Philippines is urging residents in at-risk coastal and low-lying areas to evacuate as Super Typhoon Man-Yi closes in on Luzon. With winds reaching 195 kph, authorities have evacuated over 500,000 people and issued warnings of potential floods and storm surges up to 3 metres.

Typhoon Usagi Weakens as Typhoon Man-yi Threatens Manila

Typhoon Usagi weakened Friday after battering the northern Philippines, uprooting homes and forcing evacuations. As authorities assess the damage, they are preparing for Typhoon Man-yi, which is intensifying and could strike Manila by Sunday as a super typhoon, bringing more danger to the region.

Tropical Storm wreaks havoc in the Philippines, at least 26 dead

Tropical Storm Trami has killed at least 26 people and forced more than 150,000 to flee their homes in the Philippines