In biblical times, the Philistine country was located along the Mediterranean Sea and was known for its five major cities: Ashdod, Ashkelon, Ekron, Gath, and Gaza. These cities formed a powerful confederacy that often clashed with the Israelites, as depicted in various Old Testament accounts.
Today, the region that was once the Philistine country is part of modern-day Israel and the Palestinian territories. However, the term "Philistine" is no longer used to refer to the people living in this area.