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Military drills on the edge: U.S. and allies test capabilities near Asia's flash points

NPR News · May 8, 2026, 10:30 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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From drone boats to long-range missiles, the U.S. and its allies tested new military tactics in the Philippines, sharpening deterrence as tensions with China intensify.

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