More than 20 overseas Filipino workers have been repatriated from Israel as part of the Philippine government’s voluntary repatriation program amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.According to a dzBB report by Mao dela Cruz on Saturday, the repatriated OFWs were met at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport by representatives from the Department of Migrant Workers, the Department of Social Welfare and Development, and a medical team.
“The Philippines is gravely concerned over the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza and the increasing tensions in the Middle East, particularly in Lebanon,” Marcos stated during the ASEAN-East Asia Summit.He urged all parties to avoid escalating violence and to work toward a peaceful resolution.In October, President Marcos directed the government to mobilize “all available assets” to ensure the safety and timely repatriation of Filipinos in the Middle East.
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