Event Brief
U.S. holds largest-ever annual drills in Philippines
Filed: May 06, 2026 at 5:04 AM ET
Summary: The U.S. and allies conduct their largest-ever annual military drills in the Philippines near Taiwan.
WHO: U.S. and allies
WHAT: Largest-ever annual military drills are staged in the Philippines near Taiwan.
WHEN: May 06, 2026 at 4:46 AM ET
WHERE: Philippines
WHY: To deter China.
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