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Conflict & Security April 8, 2026 470 stories in this edition

Japan’s combat role in Philippines war games signals shift in regional strategy

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Japan’s combat role in Philippines war games signals shift in regional strategy

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Expanded ‘Balikatan’ combat drills are a sign of deeper South China Sea defense coordination, experts say.

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When war feels next door

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