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Remains of sailor killed by Houthis arrive in Philippines
The remains of a Filipino seafarer, who died in a Houthi rebel attack on the MV Minervagracht in the Gulf of Aden, have arrived in the Philippines.
The seafarer's remains were received by his family at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Sunday night, with assistance from the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW).
The DMW stated that the body will be transported to Zamboanga del Sur, the victim's home province.
The government has pledged to provide assistance to the bereaved family.
An investigation is underway by the DMW to determine the potential liability of the manning agency and foreign principal for any violations of DMW rules and regulations.
Ten other Filipino crew members of the MV Minervagracht have also been repatriated.
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