Manila, June 11 -- Malacanang on Thursday downplayed reports of an alleged destabilization plot against President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., saying the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) remains united, professional, and committed to its constitutional mandate.

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the AFP leadership has not received any verified information regarding claims of growing discontent within the military ranks.

"Ang sabi po mismo ng pamunuan ng AFP ay wala silang nakukuhang anumang detalye o impormasyon patungkol dito (The AFP leadership itself said it has not received any details or information regarding this)," Castro said during a Palace press briefing.

She acknowledged reports of rumors circulating, but said militar...