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Philippines Monitors Filipino Citizens in Iran Amid Rising Tensions Following Israeli Airstrikes
The Department of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines expresses concern for citizens in Iran as Israel conducts military operations targeting Iranian nuclear facilities.
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines is closely monitoring the welfare of over 1,000 Filipinos residing in Iran following recent military actions by Israel.
This comes after Israel launched 'Operation Rising Lion,' aimed at Iranian military sites amid escalating tensions related to Iran's nuclear ambitions.
DFA Undersecretary Eduardo de Vega indicated that the department is awaiting official communications from Israeli and Iranian authorities and has assured Filipinos that consular offices will provide assistance as needed.
As of the latest confirmed figures, there are 30,742 Filipinos in Israel and 1,180 in Iran.
While the DFA has not reported any injuries among its nationals in either country, de Vega acknowledged potential complications for Filipinos in Iran if local laws prevent them from exiting the country without consent from their spouses.
In a related development, the Philippines expressed its grave concern regarding the heightened tensions after Israel's airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities.
Israeli military reports confirm strikes in areas surrounding Tehran, which local Iranian media described as severe explosions.
Iran's government has characterized these attacks as a 'declaration of war' and has called on the United Nations Security Council to intervene.
In light of the escalating conflict, the Philippine government has appealed to nations involved to pursue de-escalation efforts, emphasizing a peaceful resolution.
The DFA confirmed that while the situation remains tense, no casualties among the Filipino community have been reported thus far.
The Philippine Embassy in Israel has issued safety advisories to its nationals, urging them to remain at home as heightened security measures necessitate the suspension of classes and gatherings, with exceptions for essential services.
For urgent matters, the embassy provided an emergency hotline for Filipino citizens.
The unfolding events in the Middle East, particularly the actions taken by Israel, have contributed to increased global market volatility, with oil prices surging as investors react to potential disruptions in the region.
This comes after Israel launched 'Operation Rising Lion,' aimed at Iranian military sites amid escalating tensions related to Iran's nuclear ambitions.
DFA Undersecretary Eduardo de Vega indicated that the department is awaiting official communications from Israeli and Iranian authorities and has assured Filipinos that consular offices will provide assistance as needed.
As of the latest confirmed figures, there are 30,742 Filipinos in Israel and 1,180 in Iran.
While the DFA has not reported any injuries among its nationals in either country, de Vega acknowledged potential complications for Filipinos in Iran if local laws prevent them from exiting the country without consent from their spouses.
In a related development, the Philippines expressed its grave concern regarding the heightened tensions after Israel's airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities.
Israeli military reports confirm strikes in areas surrounding Tehran, which local Iranian media described as severe explosions.
Iran's government has characterized these attacks as a 'declaration of war' and has called on the United Nations Security Council to intervene.
In light of the escalating conflict, the Philippine government has appealed to nations involved to pursue de-escalation efforts, emphasizing a peaceful resolution.
The DFA confirmed that while the situation remains tense, no casualties among the Filipino community have been reported thus far.
The Philippine Embassy in Israel has issued safety advisories to its nationals, urging them to remain at home as heightened security measures necessitate the suspension of classes and gatherings, with exceptions for essential services.
For urgent matters, the embassy provided an emergency hotline for Filipino citizens.
The unfolding events in the Middle East, particularly the actions taken by Israel, have contributed to increased global market volatility, with oil prices surging as investors react to potential disruptions in the region.
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