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GMA Network
22-06-2025
- Politics
- GMA Network
26 Filipinos have departed Israel, says PH embassy
Philippine Ambassador to Israel Aileen Mendiola speaks with 26 Filipinos who will be voluntarily repatriating to the Philippines amid the Israel-Iran conflict, at the Allenby Border Crossing between Jordan and Israel-controlled West Bank, in this photo posted by the Philippine Embassy in Israel on June 22, 2025. Photo: Philippine Embassy in Israel Twenty-six Filipinos have taken up the Philippine embassy to Israel's offer of voluntary repatriation and are on their way back to the Philippines, the embassy said on Sunday. In a social media post on Sunday, the embassy said that 26 Filipinos have left Israel through the voluntary repatriation program. "26 nating kababayan ang nakaalis na sa pamamagitan ng Voluntary Repatriation program ng Embahada," the embassy said. "Sinamahan sila sa Allenby Border Crossing ni Ambassador Aileen Mendiola at ang DMW-OWWA Team ng Embahada upang maseguro ang matiwasay nilang pagtawid mula Israel papuntang Jordan." (Twenty-six of our compatriots have left through the Embassy's voluntary repatriation gram. They were accompanied to the Allenby Border Crossing by Ambassador Aileen Mendiola and the embassy's DMW-OWWA Team to ensure their peaceful crossing from Israel to Jordan.) The Embassy added that it arranged for the travelers' transportation, transit visas, travel documents, and plane tickets. Before they left, it added, the Filipinos stayed at the Department of Migrant Workers' (DMW) shelter, where they received relief packages and availed of free legal services regarding their benefits. They were also briefed on their reintegration benefits upon their return to the Philippines. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) earlier said that the Filipinos expected to return from Israel this week will be composed of 26 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and one tourist. The embassy added that 33 Filipinos making up the second batch of voluntary repatriations are currently being processed. Israel launched several airstrikes on Iran on June 13, claiming that the Islamic Republic was on the verge of developing a nuclear weapon. Iran retaliated, striking several airstrikes against Israel. On Sunday, the US bombed three nuclear sites in Iran. Iran denies seeking nuclear weapons and has pointed to its right to nuclear technology for peaceful purposes, including enrichment, as a party to the international Non-Proliferation Treaty. Israel, which is not a party to the NPT, is the only country in the Middle East believed to have nuclear weapons. The country does not deny nor confirm that. — BM, GMA Integrated News
UAE Moments
19-06-2025
- Politics
- UAE Moments
4 Filipinos Hurt in Iran's Missile Strike on Israel,
At least four Filipinos were injured in Rehovot City, Israel, following a missile attack launched by Iran over the weekend, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed on Sunday, June 15. The explosion struck a public park about 20 kilometers from Tel Aviv, where a group of Filipinos had gathered. It's unclear whether they were outside for leisure or had moved outdoors after hearing warnings of an incoming strike. Twelve other Filipinos were nearby but unharmed. Victims receive urgent help from Philippine Embassy A rapid response team from the Philippine Embassy in Tel Aviv was deployed immediately. Three victims suffered moderate to critical injuries when a missile struck their residence. One remains in critical condition. 'Our hearts go out to our kababayans affected by this attack,' said Ambassador Aileen Mendiola. 'We are doing everything possible to support them and their families during this time.' The embassy is working closely with Israeli authorities and Filipino community leaders to monitor and assist others possibly affected. Philippine Embassy Extends Assistance to Injured Filipinos Following Missile Strike Tel Aviv, 15 June 2025 — A rapid... Posted by Philippine Embassy in Israel on Sunday, June 15, 2025 Repatriation on standby as Alert Level 3 remains The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said repatriation efforts are ready if needed. While Alert Level 3—voluntary repatriation—is still in place for Israel, any escalation to Alert Level 4, which would require mandatory evacuation, needs DFA approval. Labor attachés and welfare officers are on standby. Filipinos in Israel, especially overseas workers, are advised to stay in touch with the embassy and heed safety advisories. Currently, around 20,000 Filipinos live in Israel, mostly working in caregiving, manufacturing, agriculture, and hospitality sectors. Iran contingency plans prepared No Filipinos in Iran have reported injuries or requested aid so far. However, the DFA shared that evacuation plans are already being considered, with Turkmenistan identified as a possible exit route if needed. Emergency hotlines for OFWs Filipinos in conflict zones can contact the following numbers for immediate help: Israel Philippine Embassy in Tel Aviv: +972 54 4661188 MWO: +972 50 7622590 OWWA Welfare Officer: +972 50 7156937 Lebanon Philippine Embassy in Beirut: +961 70 858 086 MWO Beirut: +961 79 110 729 Jordan Philippine Embassy: +962 7 7907 7775 / +962 7 7721 9000 Filipinos in the region are urged to stay alert, follow local security instructions, and stay in contact with Philippine officials.
