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Filipinos in crisis-hit Ukraine under close monitoring: DFA
The Philippine Embassy in Warsaw, Poland, has alerted approximately 380 Filipinos residing in Ukraine to contact the embassy immediately due to rising concerns of an impending Russian invasion.
The embassy, which has jurisdiction over Ukraine, is closely monitoring the situation of these Filipino nationals, most of whom are located in Kyiv and its surrounding areas, away from Russia's eastern border.
US government officials have warned that a Russian attack on Ukraine could occur within days, with National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan citing signs of escalation and a potential major assault during the ongoing Olympic Games.
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed that the Philippine Embassy is actively communicating with Filipinos in Ukraine, in collaboration with the Honorary Consulate General in Kyiv.
Filipino citizens in Ukraine are urged to report any unusual incidents they observe in their localities and to stay connected with their compatriots through social media.
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