Manila Bulletin
PH ready for mass repatriation of Pinoys from Israel if situation calls for it --OWWA chief
The Philippine government, through the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), is prepared for the mass repatriation of Filipinos in Israel should the conflict there escalate.
OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac expressed hope for an improvement in the situation to avoid mass repatriation, but assured readiness with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).
Based on past experiences in conflict zones like Lebanon and Libya, Cacdac noted that opposing forces have typically allowed mass repatriation of OFWs and civilians for humanitarian reasons.
International airports in Israel remain closed, with Ben Gurion Airport having temporarily halted all flights.
Most Filipinos in Israel are staying safely indoors with their employers, while a small number have requested assistance to relocate to safer areas.
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