US forces deploy anti-ship missiles in Philippines and stage live-fire drills near China hotspots
- The United States has deployed an anti-ship missile launcher to Batan Island in the Philippines amid rising tensions with China.
- Approximately 9,000 US troops and 5,000 Filipino personnel are conducting live-fire exercises as part of the Balikatan military drills near contested regions.
- US Marine Lt. Gen. Michael Cederholm emphasized the defensive nature of the operations, stating, 'We’re practicing for the defence of the Philippines.'
- China has condemned the US military exercises, accusing them of provocation, as tensions in the area escalate.
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