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India leads global celebrations for International Day of Yoga

Venus L Peñaflor
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India leads global celebrations for International Day of Yoga

NEW DELHI, India. Tens of thousands of people across India gathered in public parks, beaches, and even icy mountain passes on Saturday to mark the 11th International Day of Yoga, showcasing the ancient practice as a tool for physical and mental well-being.

Mass yoga sessions were held across various Indian states, where participants performed breathing exercises and a variety of poses. In the Himalayas, Indian military personnel took part in yoga activities at the freezing heights of the Siachen Glacier, while naval forces joined in from ships docked in the Bay of Bengal.

The celebration extended beyond India, with similar yoga sessions held in countries such as Malaysia and Indonesia, drawing yoga enthusiasts and first-time practitioners alike.

“I feel that yoga keeps us spiritually fit, mentally fit and helps us manage stress. That’s why I feel people should take out at least 30 minutes every day for yoga to keep themselves fit,” said Rajiv Ranjan, who participated in an event in New Delhi.

Yoga, one of India’s most prominent cultural exports after Bollywood, has also become a form of cultural diplomacy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Since persuading the United Nations to declare June 21 as the International Day of Yoga in 2014, Modi has used the practice to promote India’s global presence.

This year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” emphasized unity and holistic well-being. Modi joined a seaside yoga session in Visakhapatnam, performing breathing exercises and poses alongside hundreds of others.

“Yoga leads us on a journey towards oneness with the world,” Modi said. “Let this Yoga Day mark the beginning of yoga for humanity 2.0, where inner peace becomes global policy.”

Indian ministers, government officials, and military personnel also shared photos and videos of themselves participating in yoga on social media platforms.

In New Delhi’s Lodhi Gardens, participants of all ages followed an instructor on stage. “Yoga for me is like balancing between the inner world and outer world,” said Siddharth Maheshwari, a startup manager attending the event.

In Malaysia, over a thousand people gathered at the iconic Batu Caves, exercising near a towering golden statue of a Hindu god and the colorful temple steps. The session was organized by the Indian High Commission.

“It has been really good and relaxing for the mind, body, and soul,” said Lee Ann, one of the participants.

On Indonesia’s Bali island, yoga mats lined a park near Nusa Dua Beach at sunset. The event, hosted by the Indian consulate and a local tourism agency, attracted tourists, students, and locals alike.

“Yoga brings amazing benefits, especially to restore balance and calm a busy mind. This ancient tradition needs to be preserved because it has a positive impact on the wider society,” said Ayu Sangjiwani, a participant.

Other yoga celebrations also took place in Jakarta, Makassar, and Yogyakarta, reaffirming yoga’s growing influence as a global wellness movement.

2 Japanese destroyer, dumaong sa Maynila

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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2 Japanese destroyer, dumaong sa Maynila

MAYNILA. Dumaong sa Port of Manila nitong Sabado, Hunyo 21 ang dalawang warship ng Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) bilang bahagi ng deployment program ng Japan na layong palalimin ang seguridad at kooperasyon sa Indo-Pacific region.

Mainit na sinalubong ng Philippine Navy ang JS Ise, isang Hyuga-class helicopter destroyer, at JS Suzunami, isang Takanami-class destroyer.

Tampok sa pagdating ng mga barko ang disembarkation ceremony ng mga naval officer mula sa iba’t ibang bansa na lumahok sa Ship Rider Cooperation Program.

Ayon sa Embahada ng Japan sa Pilipinas, ang pagbisita ng mga barkong pandigma ay bahagi ng serye ng joint training exercises kasama ang mga hukbong dagat ng mga bansang aktibong kalahok sa rehiyon.

“These engagements serve to enhance the tactical capabilities of the JMSDF, foster mutual understanding and trust among participating navies, and deepen multilateral defense cooperation,” ayon sa opisyal na pahayag.

Dagdag pa ng embahada, ang inisyatibong ito ay patunay ng patuloy na pangako ng Japan sa kapayapaan, katatagan, at pagpapanatili ng rules-based maritime order sa Indo-Pacific.

Noong Hulyo 2024, nilagdaan ng Pilipinas at Japan ang Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) para palakasin pa ang defense cooperation sa gitna ng tumitinding tensyon sa South China Sea.

Bago ito, naglabas ng joint vision statement ang mga lider ng Pilipinas, Japan, at Estados Unidos na naglalatag ng posibilidad ng mas marami pang pinagsamang naval training at suporta sa defense modernization ng bansa.

Kamakailan lamang, isinagawa rin ang ikalawang bilateral maritime cooperative activity ng Philippine at Japanese navies, isang hakbang na paulit-ulit na tinututulan ng China, lalo na kaugnay ng mga pinag-aagawang teritoryo sa West Philippine Sea.

World on edge after US bombs Iranian nuclear facilities

EDGARDO HERNAL
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World on edge after US bombs Iranian nuclear facilities

ISTANBUL/WASHINGTON/JERUSALEM. The world is on edge following the United States’ massive airstrike on Iranian nuclear facilities, with global leaders and observers awaiting Tehran’s response amid fears of a wider regional conflict.

The U.S. dropped 30,000-pound bunker-buster bombs on Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility on Saturday, joining Israel in the most extensive Western military action against the Islamic Republic since its 1979 revolution. In response, Iran vowed to retaliate, declaring that diplomacy would not resume until it had responded to the attack.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, speaking in Istanbul, said the U.S. had shown “no respect for international law” and promised that Iran would explore “all possible responses.” He warned there would be no return to negotiations until after a retaliatory strike.

Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump celebrated the attack as a “spectacular military success,” claiming Iran’s key nuclear enrichment site was “completely and totally obliterated.” In a Truth Social post, Trump also floated the idea of regime change, writing, “If the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!”

Commercial satellite imagery suggested significant damage to the Fordow nuclear site, although the International Atomic Energy Agency reported no rise in off-site radiation levels. Its Director General, Rafael Grossi, told CNN that the extent of underground destruction remains unclear.

A senior Iranian source told Reuters that most of the highly enriched uranium at Fordow had been relocated before the strike, though this claim remains unverified. Satellite images from Maxar Technologies showed heavy traffic near the facility in the days prior to the bombing.

Missile exchanges between Iran and Israel intensified. Israeli warplanes reportedly struck military targets in western Iran, while Iran launched missiles that injured dozens and flattened buildings in Tel Aviv. Over 400 people, mostly civilians, have been killed in Iran since the Israeli attacks began on June 13, according to Iranian authorities. Iran’s missile strikes on Israel have claimed at least 24 lives in the past nine days.

Air raid sirens echoed across Israel on Sunday, with millions seeking shelter. In Tel Aviv, resident Aviad Chernovsky returned from a bomb shelter to find his home destroyed. “It’s not easy to live in Israel right now, but we are very strong,” he said. “We know that we will win.”

In the U.S., the Department of Homeland Security warned of a “heightened threat environment,” pointing to potential cyber attacks or targeted violence. Law enforcement increased patrols at religious, cultural, and diplomatic sites across major cities, while anti-war protests erupted in New York, Washington, and other urban centers.

The U.S. State Department issued a global security alert, warning of demonstrations and travel disruptions due to closed airspace across the Middle East.

Iran’s parliament has approved a move to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. The decision awaits approval by the Supreme National Security Council. Any attempt to block the strait, which handles nearly 25% of global oil traffic, could spark a global energy crisis and trigger confrontation with the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet.

Oil prices surged following the attack. Brent crude rose by $3.20 to $80.28 per barrel, while U.S. crude increased by $2.89 to $76.73.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said no further strikes were planned “unless they mess around.” Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized that the mission was not aimed at regime change, calling it “a precision operation” targeting Iran’s nuclear program.

The U.N. Security Council convened Sunday to discuss the crisis. Russia, China and Pakistan pushed for a resolution calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the strikes marked a dangerous escalation and urged a return to nuclear negotiations.

As residents fled Tehran for rural areas to escape Israeli airstrikes, anxiety and uncertainty gripped the Iranian public. “Our future is dark. We have nowhere to go, it’s like living in a horror movie,” said Bita, a 36-year-old teacher from Kashan, before her call disconnected.

While Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed Israel was close to achieving its goals of dismantling Iran’s missile and nuclear capabilities, U.S. officials remained cautious. Many, recalling the fallout from the 2003 Iraq invasion, reiterated that this mission was not about toppling Iran’s government.

With diplomacy suspended, military movements intensifying, and oil markets reacting sharply, the world watches anxiously for Iran’s next move in a crisis that threatens to reshape the Middle East.

Suspek sa pagpatay sa Dolores vice mayor, patay sa engkuwentro

Roy Tomandao
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Suspek sa pagpatay sa Dolores vice mayor, patay sa engkuwentro

TAYABAS CITY, Quezon. Patay ang isa sa mga pangunahing suspek sa pag-ambush at pagpatay kay Dolores, Quezon Vice Mayor Danilo Amat matapos makipagbarilan sa mga otoridad na nagtangkang arestuhin siya sa Sitio Sta. Ana, Barangay Malao-a, Tayabas City kamakalawa ng umaga.

Kinilala ng Quezon Police Provincial Office (QPPO) ang suspek bilang si alyas Orlando, 52 anyos, residente ng lugar at kabilang sa Most Wanted Persons sa rehiyon. Ayon kay QPPO Director PCol. Romulo Albacea, alas-5:00 ng umaga nang puntahan ng pinagsanib na puwersa ng Tayabas City Police, 1st QPMFC, QPPO PIU, at 405th AMC RMFB4A ang bahay ng suspek upang isilbi ang tatlong warrant of arrest mula sa mga korte ng San Pablo, Cavinti, at Sta. Cruz, Laguna para sa mga kasong murder, paglabag sa RA 10591 (Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act), at RA 4136 (Land Transportation and Traffic Code).

Sa halip na sumuko, agad umanong nagpaputok si Orlando kaya’t napilitang gumanti ng putok ang mga operatiba, na nagresulta sa pagkasugat ng suspek sa iba’t ibang bahagi ng katawan. Isinugod siya sa Tayabas Community Hospital ngunit idineklara siyang dead on arrival ng attending physician na si Dra. Carmelita Danez Pumida.

Nakuha sa suspek ang isang Norinco caliber .45 pistol na may anim na bala. Ayon kay Col. Albacea, kabilang si Orlando sa mga itinuturong sangkot sa pananambang at pagpatay kay Vice Mayor Amat noong Hulyo 22, 2022 sa San Pablo City, Laguna.

Patuloy ang imbestigasyon ng mga awtoridad upang matukoy ang iba pang kasabwat sa krimen.\

P10.2-B halaga ng shabu, nasabat sa karagatan ng Zambales

Venus L Peñaflor
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P10.2-B halaga ng shabu, nasabat sa karagatan ng Zambales

ZAMBALES. Nasabat ng mga awtoridad ang humigit-kumulang 1.5 tonelada ng shabu na tinatayang nagkakahalaga ng ₱10.2 bilyon mula sa isang bangkang pangisda sa karagatan ng Zambales, bandang hatinggabi noong Hunyo 20, 2025.

Ang bangka, na rehistradong Pilipino, ay may sakay na dayuhang may lahing Chinese-Malaysian na pinaniniwalaang konektado sa Sam Gor International Crime Syndicate, ang parehong sindikato sa likod ng mga naunang drogang itinapon o iniwan sa baybayin ng bansa.

Isa ito sa pinakamalaking drug bust sa kasaysayan ng Pilipinas, ayon sa Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA). Katuwang sa operasyon ang Philippine Navy – Northern Luzon Naval Command, PNP Drug Enforcement Group, at Police Regional Office 3.

“Malapit nang maipadala ng sindikato ang panibagong kargamento ng shabu kung hindi naagapan. Ginawa ang delivery sa dilim para makaiwas sa mga awtoridad,” pahayag ni PDEA Director General Undersecretary Isagani R. Nerez.

Dagdag ni Nerez, kailangang ipaliwanag ng lokal na may-ari ng bangka ang kanyang papel sa operasyon.

“Kung hindi dahil sa malakas na pagpapatrolya ng Philippine Navy at mahusay na koordinasyon ng mga ahensya, maaaring nakapasok na ang droga sa ating mga komunidad,” dagdag pa niya.

Patuloy ang pagtutulungan ng PDEA at ng mga kasangga nitong ahensya sa pagtitiyak ng seguridad laban sa paglaganap ng ilegal na droga sa bansa.

Magnitude 6 earthquake jolts off Hokkaido coast

Venus L Peñaflor
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Magnitude 6 earthquake jolts off Hokkaido coast

A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck off the east coast of Hokkaido, Japan, late Sunday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). The tremor occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers beneath the seabed, near the city of Kushiro.

The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) also confirmed the quake and reported that no tsunami warning was issued. As of this writing, there are no reports of injuries or structural damage, but authorities are monitoring the situation closely.

Experts say the region, located along the Kuril subduction zone, is prone to seismic activity. While the earthquake was considered moderate, residents are being advised to stay alert for possible aftershocks.

Officials continue to assess the situation, and emergency services are on standby. Residents in affected areas are urged to remain cautious and follow safety advisories.

US joins Israeli strikes, hits three Iranian nuclear sites

EDGARDO HERNAL
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US joins Israeli strikes, hits three Iranian nuclear sites

WASHINGTON. The United States has joined Israel’s ongoing military campaign against Iran, launching airstrikes on three major Iranian nuclear sites in what former President Donald Trump called a “very successful attack” aimed at crippling Tehran’s nuclear capabilities.

In a social media post on Saturday, Trump said the U.S. struck facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, noting that all aircraft had exited Iranian airspace safely. “A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he added.

The strikes mark a significant escalation, as Washington directly enters a conflict that has been intensifying since June 13, when Israel began targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites. According to Israeli and U.S. officials, only American stealth bombers equipped with a 30,000-pound bunker-buster bomb can destroy deeply buried nuclear sites like Fordow.

The decision to involve U.S. forces comes amid increasing tensions and threats of retaliation from Iran. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that American involvement “would be very, very dangerous for everyone.” The U.S. ambassador to Israel also confirmed the start of “assisted departure flights” for Americans in the region, marking the first such flights since the October 7 Hamas-led assault that ignited the Gaza conflict.

In parallel, Israel struck a centrifuge production facility in Esfahan overnight, reportedly killing three senior Iranian commanders. Iran responded with missile and drone attacks, though Israel reported minimal damage and claimed to have destroyed more than half of Iran’s launchers.

Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin, Israel’s military spokesperson, said the army has been instructed to prepare for a “prolonged campaign.” The Israeli military stated that its objective remains the complete dismantling of Iran’s nuclear program and ballistic missile arsenal.

Meanwhile, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed the Israeli attack on the Esfahan facility, saying it was “extensively damaged,” but ruled out any off-site radioactive contamination. Iran maintains that its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, but Western powers remain unconvinced, especially given its uranium enrichment levels reaching up to 60%.

On the diplomatic front, no breakthrough was reached in the recent nuclear talks in Geneva. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reiterated Tehran’s commitment to its nuclear rights, asserting that “no war or threat” would force the country to abandon its nuclear ambitions.

The recent escalation follows the U.S. withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal during Trump’s first term, which triggered Iran’s enrichment increase and restricted IAEA access. Trump and Israeli leaders have since demanded a complete halt to uranium enrichment.

As the conflict widens, Houthi rebels in Yemen have threatened to resume attacks on U.S. vessels in the Red Sea if American involvement continues. Iran has already fired more than 450 missiles and launched over 1,000 drones toward Israel, killing at least 24 and wounding more than 1,000.

Back in Iran, civilians continue to bear the brunt of the airstrikes. At least 722 people, including 285 civilians, have been killed, according to a U.S.-based Iranian human rights organization. Hospitals in Tehran are reporting a surge in casualties as many residents flee the capital amid widespread internet blackouts.

Despite calls for de-escalation, both sides appear entrenched. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that operations would continue “for as long as it takes.” At the same time, Iran’s leadership has promised to retaliate and defend what it calls its “legitimate right” to nuclear energy.

No date has been set for future nuclear negotiations.

Europe, Iran signal willingness for more nuclear talks but no breakthrough

EDGARDO HERNAL
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Europe, Iran signal willingness for more nuclear talks but no breakthrough

GENEVA, Switzerland. A high-stakes meeting on Friday between Iran’s foreign minister and top European diplomats ended with hopes of continued nuclear discussions but no concrete progress, as war between Iran and Israel continued to escalate.

Foreign ministers from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, along with the European Union’s foreign policy chief, met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi at a Geneva hotel. The roughly three-and-a-half-hour session marked the first face-to-face engagement between Iranian and Western officials since the current conflict began a week ago.

In a joint statement following the meeting, the European representatives said they discussed “avenues towards a negotiated solution to Iran’s nuclear program,” while reiterating concerns about the program’s expansion, stating it has “no credible civilian purpose.”

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said both sides engaged in “very serious talks” and that Iran appeared “fundamentally ready to continue talking about all important issues.”

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy echoed that sentiment, calling for Iran to keep open lines of communication with both Europe and the United States. “We were clear: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon,” Lammy said, stressing that any future discussions must lead to “zero enrichment” of uranium in Iran.

In a separate statement to British media, Lammy said there was a two-week diplomatic window to find a solution and urged Iran to “take that off ramp.”

French President Emmanuel Macron also reinforced that position, stating earlier on Friday that diplomacy, not military action, must be prioritized. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot noted that “military operations can slow Iran’s nuclear program, but they cannot eliminate it.”

Barrot added that European nations had encouraged Araghchi to engage in talks with all parties, including the United States, without waiting for the end of ongoing military strikes. According to Barrot, Araghchi agreed to discuss “all issues on the table,” including some previously excluded topics, and showed readiness to continue diplomatic conversations.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas confirmed that future discussions will cover both nuclear and broader regional concerns. “We agreed to keep the discussions open,” she said.

Araghchi, speaking to reporters after the meeting, supported further talks with European countries and the EU. However, he strongly criticized Israel’s attacks on Iranian nuclear sites and expressed concern over Europe’s failure to condemn them. He said Iran was not open to negotiating with the U.S., which he accused of complicity in Israeli military actions.

Before the meeting, Araghchi told Iranian state media that while Iran was open to “dialogue,” it was not seeking formal negotiations under current conditions. He also ruled out discussing Iran’s missile program, saying the talks would focus only on nuclear and regional matters.

Shortly before Friday’s session, Araghchi appeared before the U.N. Human Rights Council in Geneva, where he called Israel’s attacks on nuclear facilities “grave war crimes,” and insisted that Iran would defend its sovereignty “with all force.”

Tensions have soared since Israel began launching strikes on Iranian targets to prevent what it claims is Tehran’s progress toward building a nuclear weapon. Iran, which enriches uranium up to 60% purity, just short of weapons-grade, has long insisted its program is for peaceful purposes.

The three European countries were key players in negotiating the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran. While the U.S. withdrew from the accord in 2018, Europe has continued to pressure Iran to comply with U.N. nuclear oversight and has threatened to reinstate sanctions if it fails to do so.

Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump is weighing potential military action, including a possible strike on Iran’s Fordo uranium enrichment facility, which is buried deep underground. Trump said he will decide within two weeks whether to pursue a military path or give negotiations another chance.

21 PH gov’t officials stranded in Israel safely return

Venus L Peñaflor
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21 PH gov’t officials stranded in Israel safely return

MANILA. Agriculture Secretary Francisco “Kiko” Tiu Laurel Jr. on Saturday welcomed back four officials from the Department of Agriculture (DA) who had been stranded in Israel due to airspace disruptions and escalating hostilities in the region.

In a statement, the DA expressed gratitude to the Philippine Embassy in Israel and other concerned government agencies for ensuring the officials’ safe return. The four were identified as Assistant Secretary Benjamin Albarece, Philippine Carabao Center Executive Director Liza Battad, and National Dairy Authority officials Rowena Bautista and Angelica Escanilla.

“We welcome back home the DA delegation led by Assistant Secretary Benjamin Albarece, who went to Israel on a mission to study the Israeli dairy industry. We are happy that all of you are safely back with your families and the DA family,” said Secretary Tiu Laurel in a DA press release.

The officials were originally scheduled to return to the Philippines on June 14 after a week-long study mission aimed at adopting Israeli best practices in dairy production and technology to boost the Philippine dairy sector. However, the conflict in the Middle East forced the cancellation of their flight.

The DA reported that the delegation had been staying at Hotel Kibbutz Shefayim in central Israel, which endured multiple missile and bomb alerts during their stay. According to Tiu Laurel, the situation was especially alarming as hotels nearby were hit during attacks, leading to heightened fear and anxiety among the stranded officials.

Israeli Ambassador to the Philippines Ilan Fluss earlier said that all 21 Filipino government officials caught in Israel during the conflict, including the four from the DA, were being cared for by the Israeli government.

“All of them have been taken care of by the Israeli government, and we are also looking for ways to send them back to the Philippines. This is our responsibility and our commitment. They are getting food, lodging, and everything they need,” Fluss assured.

The DA also acknowledged the swift action taken by the Philippine Embassy in Israel and MASHAV, Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation, in arranging the safe and prompt repatriation of the stranded Filipinos.

On Friday, the Philippine government raised crisis alert level 3 in Israel and Iran, urging Filipinos in those countries to avail of voluntary repatriation due to the worsening security situation amid armed hostilities between the two nations.

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) stated that Filipinos and their dependents should seriously consider returning home to avoid being caught in the conflict. Crisis alert level 3 signals the voluntary repatriation phase, which is implemented when security conditions significantly deteriorate.

There are currently at least 30,000 Filipino workers in Israel, most of whom are caregivers, and more than 1,000 are in Iran.

Japan holds joint coast guard drills with U.S., Philippines as maritime tensions rise

Venus L Peñaflor
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Japan holds joint coast guard drills with U.S., Philippines as maritime tensions rise

TOKYO, Japan. The Japanese coast guard held joint exercises with the United States and the Philippines on Friday, as the three Pacific allies strengthened their maritime cooperation in response to China’s growing presence in contested waters.

The drills took place off the coast of Kagoshima Prefecture in southern Japan and involved around 350 personnel. The training simulated scenarios such as vessel collisions at sea, onboard fires, and crew members falling overboard.

The joint exercise followed Japan’s confirmation that two Chinese aircraft carriers had operated together in the Pacific for the first time in June. Tensions further escalated when Tokyo accused a Chinese fighter jet of flying dangerously close to a Japanese reconnaissance aircraft. Both sides have traded blame over the incident.

This marks the latest in a series of efforts by Japan, the U.S., and the Philippines to boost maritime security cooperation. Their first trilateral coast guard drills were conducted in the Philippines in 2023, following an agreement among the countries’ leaders to deepen defense collaboration in light of China’s increasing military activity in the region.

“Our coast guard cooperation promotes mutual understanding and trust, and supports the vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific,” said Adm. Yoshio Seguchi, commander of the Japan Coast Guard, in a press briefing held Wednesday.

China has frequently deployed coast guard ships, naval vessels, and aircraft near disputed islands in the East China Sea, often clashing with Japan. It has also increased patrols and confrontations in the South China Sea, which Beijing claims almost entirely and where it regularly faces off with Philippine vessels.

Beijing’s maritime expansion has drawn concern from regional powers and the international community, particularly as Chinese vessels have been observed operating as far as Guam, a U.S. Pacific territory home to key military installations.

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