Conflict eventStrategic developments2026-05-06馃嚨馃嚟
Japan SDF fires anti-ship missiles in joint Philippine drill
actor1: Japanese Self-Defense Forces -> actor2: Philippine Navy
On 2026-05-06, Japanese Self-Defense Forces fired two Type 88 anti-ship missiles during the Balikatan exercise in the Philippines. The missiles reportedly hit and sank a decommissioned Philippine navy vessel about 75 kilometers off Paoay, Luzon. Japanese and Philippine defense officials observed the drill.
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PaoayIlocos NorteSoutheast AsiaPhilippinesAsia18.061, 120.520
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