All 17 Filipino seafarers from attacked MV Magic Seas repatriated

All 17 Filipino seafarers from the attacked MV Magic Seas have been safely repatriated to the Philippines.

The first six seafarers arrived on July 11, followed by the remaining 11 on Saturday night, July 12.

Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac welcomed the latter group and commended their bravery.

Upon arrival, the seafarers received health checks and training vouchers from TESDA.

Each seafarer will receive financial aid from the DMW's AKSYON Fund and OWWA's Emergency Repatriation Fund, alongside reintegration services, medical check-ups, and psychosocial counseling.

The MV Magic Seas was attacked and sank on July 6, with the Filipino seafarers escaping alongside Vietnamese and Romanian crew members.

Separately, the MV Eternity C, with 21 Filipino crew members, was also attacked by the Houthis, resulting in eight rescues and 13 unaccounted for.