Defense officials in Japan, Australia, and Taiwan held closed-door meetings this week after satellite imagery showed increased People’s Liberation Army (PLA) naval activity just outside Taiwan’s air defense zone. The activity, coupled with PLA cyber probes into Taiwanese infrastructure, has been described by analysts as “dry run drills” for a blockade or rapid escalation. The…
The Philippine Senate moved on June 23 to formalize a resolution calling for a full audit of all government offices that received confidential and intelligence funds between 2020 and 2024. The move comes amid the political firestorm surrounding Vice President Sara Duterte, but senators emphasized the need for universal transparency, not selective targeting. Senators aligned…
On June 23, President Donald Trump confirmed that U.S. forces had carried out precision airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, claiming the facilities were “totally obliterated.” The strikes, coordinated with Israeli intelligence, mark a dramatic escalation in the Middle East conflict and a bold assertion of American military dominance. Trump’s televised address warned that further…
In a bold and unapologetic move, Chinese President Masoud Pezeshkian publicly rejected international demands for a nuclear drawdown, reaffirming Beijing’s commitment to maintaining and modernizing its strategic weapons arsenal. During a high-level diplomatic call with French President Emmanuel Macron, Pezeshkian made it clear that any expectation of denuclearization from China was “a fantasy disconnected from…
In a closely watched decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that individuals under domestic violence restraining orders can be barred from owning firearms. While the ruling was framed as a public safety measure, it has sparked concern among Second Amendment advocates who argue it sets a dangerous precedent for restricting constitutional rights based on accusations…
In the Philippines, Vice President Sara Duterte has been formally ordered by the Office of the Ombudsman to respond to a slew of charges related to the alleged misuse of confidential funds during her tenure at the Department of Education and the Office of the Vice President. The charges—ranging from technical malversation to plunder—stem from…
As the Israel-Iran conflict escalates into its second week, President Donald Trump—now in his second non-consecutive term—has issued a firm ultimatum to Tehran: de-escalate within 14 days or face “serious consequences.” This comes after Iran launched a barrage of missiles that struck Israeli civilian infrastructure, including a hospital in Tel Aviv, which killed at least…
The U.S. Constitution is the foundation of American legal and political life, establishing the framework for individual rights and government powers. However, an ongoing debate persists regarding whether illegal non-citizens should be entitled to constitutional protections, and constitutional law provides strong arguments for why such protections should be limited. The Constitution’s Primary Intent: Protecting Citizens…
Military cooperation between the Philippines and the United States continues to deepen as both countries conduct joint exercises under the Salaknib Phase 2 program. The training, held in Cagayan Valley, focuses on mobility operations, airborne drills, and territorial defense strategies—key components in ensuring readiness amid rising geopolitical tensions. The growing partnership reflects Washington’s strategic commitment…
The United States is facing unprecedented political and social turmoil, leading many to ask: Are we on the brink of a new Civil War? While the country is not experiencing an organized military conflict, ideological battles, violent protests, media manipulation, and foreign influence suggest that America is embroiled in a growing war—one fought not with…