Twenty-five Filipinos in Gaza have sought assistance in returning to the Philippines, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said on Monday, as casualties mount amid the war between Israeli forces and a Palestinian militant group.
Citing the Philippine Embassy in Amman, Jordan, DFA spokesperson Teresita Daza on Monday afternoon shared to reporters that 25 Filipinos in the Gaza Strip signified their intention to be repatriated to the Philippines. The number of requests may change.
On Saturday, Hamas carried out a highly coordinated surprise attack on Israelis, killing hundreds by firing a barrage of rockets and sending gunmen to southern Israel. Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Administrator Arnell Ignacio said the government is ready to repatriate those who wish to go home, although they are still awaiting clearance.
Unlike in Gaza, Philippine authorities said they have not yet received reports of Filipinos in Israel who have expressed the desire to be repatriated.
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