Exclusive: Philippines could breach U.S. sanctions if Russia arms deal proceeds
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The Philippines is at risk of breaching sanctions imposed by the United States if it proceeds with the purchase of grenade launchers from a blacklisted Russian firm, a deal that could test its longtime security alliance with Washington.