(Melchor Vergara contributed to this report)

In a move that could only be described as a misunderstanding of Olympic proportions, the Armed Forces of the Philippines has fervently denied social media reports alleging the U.S. delivered hundreds of Javelin missiles, presumably preparing for an apocalyptic showdown with China over the South China Sea.

But what if this brouhaha is merely a case of lost-in-translation? Perhaps, instead of high-tech weaponry, the U.S. generously shipped actual javelin spears to bolster the Philippines’ athletic prowess.

Picture this: legions of soldiers not poised for war, but rather, rigorously training for future Olympic glory in javelin throw. It’s a masterstroke in the world of sports diplomacy, ensuring the nation is armed with gold medals rather than missiles.

So, while the rumor mill grinds on, let’s cheer on our future Olympians and thank our allies for their unwavering support in the arena of international athletics.