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GMA Network
15 hours ago
- 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
GMA Network
18 hours ago
- Politics
- GMA Network
PH Embassy to Pinoys in Israel: Stay at home, follow security advisories
A drone photo shows the damage over residential homes at the impact site following missile attack from Iran on Israel, in Tel Aviv, Israel June 16, 2025. The Philippine Embassy in Israel on Sunday urged Filipinos to remain in their homes and follow security regulations as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Home Front Command placed the country under essential activity status. No classes in all educational institutions Social gatherings are prohibited Work is canceled except for those in essential services Under essential activity status, the following are implemented: 'Mariing ipinapayo ng Embahada sa lahat ng Pilipinos sa Israel na manatili sa loob ng kanilang mga tahanan at dapat maging handang pumasok sa shelter, safe room, o mamad sakaling magkaroon ng missile alert,' the embassy said in an advisory. (The Embassy strongly advises all Filipinos in Israel to remain inside their homes and be prepared to seek a shelter, safe room, or evacuation center should there be a missile alert.) 'Sundan ang mga IDF security guidelines, safety advisories ng Embahada, at balita sa mga mapagkakatiwalaang news outlets,' it added. (Follow IDF security guidelines, Embassy safety advisories, and news from trusted news outlets.) The IDF implemented the essential activity status as armed hostilities between Israel and Iran continue. The status will take effect from June 22 (Sunday) at 3 a.m. until June 23 (Monday) at 8 a.m. Filipinos may also contact the embassy through its hotline at +972 54-4666118. Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Assistant Secretary Robert Ferrer earlier said 223 Filipinos in Israel have requested repatriation, of which 26 are leaving soon. One Filipino remains in critical condition, while seven have been discharged from the hospital. The houses of 88 Filipinos have been damaged due to Iranian airstrikes, and 80 have been resettled to safer areas. On Friday, Crisis Alert Level 3 in Israel and Iran was raised by the Philippine government, urging Filipinos in the area to avail of voluntary repatriation as tensions continue between the two countries. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/RF, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
13-06-2025
- Politics
- GMA Network
PH embassy advises Filipinos to stay at home amid Israel vs. Iran tension
The Philippine Embassy in Israel advised Filipinos to keep themselves safe at home as Israel was placed under Essential Activity status starting Friday, June 13 following tensions with Iran. The Embassy reminded overseas Filipinos of the advisory issued by the IDF Home Front Command stating that the country is under such status from 3 a.m. of June 13 until 8 p.m. of June 14. Under Essential Activity status, classes are suspended throughout Israel, any forms of gatherings are prohibited, and work is also suspended except for those providing essential services. 'Mariing ipinapayo ng Embahada sa lahat ng Pilipino sa Israel na manatili sa loob ng kanilang mga tahanan at dapat maging handang pumasok sa shelter, safe room, o mamad sakaling magkaroon ng missile alert,' the embassy said. (The Embassy strongly advises all Filipinos in Israel to remain inside their homes and should be prepared to enter a shelter, safe room, or mamad in the event of a missile alert.) 'Sundan ang mga IDF security guidelines, safety advisories ng Embahada, at balita mula sa mga mapagkakatiwalaang news outlets.' (Follow IDF security guidelines, Embassy safety advisories, and news from trusted news outlets.) The embassy also advised Filipinos in Israel to contact its emergency hotline: +972 54-4661188 for urgent concerns. According to a Reuters report, Israel struck Iran and it was declaring a state of emergency in anticipation of retaliation by Tehran. The report also said that Israel has long discussed striking Iran in a bid to prevent Tehran from developing a nuclear weapon. — BAP, GMA Integrated News
Filipino Times
20-04-2025
- Politics
- Filipino Times
Philippine Embassy in UAE open on weekends, holidays to assist overseas voters
The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi is ensuring that every Filipino voter in the UAE has the opportunity to participate in the 2025 Philippine elections by remaining open on weekends and holidays throughout the 30-day overseas voting period. A dedicated voting kiosk has been set up at the Embassy to assist persons with disabilities, senior citizens, pregnant women, and illiterate voters, in line with the shift to the online mode of voting that began on April 13, 2025. 'Kung kailangan ng tulong para makapagboto online, mapa-weekend man o holiday, maaaring pumunta sa Embahada,' the Embassy said in a social media post. The Embassy is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. Voters who require further assistance may contact the Embassy via email at [email protected] or through SMS, call, or WhatsApp at +971 50 741 8683. Registered overseas voters are encouraged to pre-enroll until May 7, 2025, and cast their votes online using the official links provided by the Commission on Elections for a smoother and more convenient process. No manual voting will be conducted during the 2025 midterm elections. The overseas voting period will conclude at 3:00 p.m. (UAE time) on May 12, 2025.
