US Announces Delivery of Missiles, Bombs to Philippines

Philippines' Secretary of Foreign Affairs Teodoro Locsin Jr., left, poses with U.S. national security adviser Robert O'Brien during a ceremony in Manila, Philippines, on Nov. 23, 2020. Eloisa Lopez/Reuters

The United States delivered missiles and bombs to the Philippines to help the country’s fight against terrorism, national security adviser Robert O'Brien announced in Manila on Monday.

“This transfer underscores our strong and enduring commitment to a critical alliance,” O'Brien said.