Event Brief
UPDATED May 8, 2026 at 7:04 AM ET
May 5, 2026 at 8:05 AM ET
U.S. and allies test military capabilities near Asia flash points
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The U.S. and allies conducted military drills in the Philippines to test tactics and sharpen deterrence.
WHO: The U.S. and its allies
WHAT: Military drills tested capabilities including drone boats and long-range missiles near the Philippines.
WHEN: May 8, 2026 at 6:30 AM ET
WHERE: Philippines
WHY: Part of scheduled military drills to test capabilities and sharpen deterrence.
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