PAF C-295, C-130 on standby for Middle East repatriation

Updated Wed, June 25, 2025 at 4:07 PM Published Tue, June 24, 2025 at 1:51 PM

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has placed its C-295 and C-130 aircraft on standby for potential repatriation of Filipinos from the Middle East.

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is also prepared to assist in repatriation efforts, coordinating with other government agencies.

Vice President Sara Duterte criticized the administration for not being ready to aid OFWs as soon as Israel and Iran fired missiles, stating that repatriation plans should have been in place immediately.

The government raised Crisis Alert Level 3 in Israel and Iran, urging Filipinos in affected areas to avail of voluntary repatriation.

Repatriation routes for Filipinos in Israel will be through Jordan, and for those in Iran, through Turkmenistan, due to airspace closures.

The Department of Migrant Workers announced that 50 more Filipinos could be repatriated this week, and OWWA has received 35 calls for assistance.

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