Marcos urges repatriation of Filipinos in Israel, Iran due to conflicts

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday reiterated urgent action being taken to ensure the safety and repatriation of Filipinos in Israel and Iran due to escalating conflicts.

Alert Level 3 has been activated in both countries, with Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac of the Department of Migrant Workers processing some 200 repatriates from Jordan and preparing for an initial batch of eight Filipinos returning from Iran.

The government is providing financial aid of PHP150,000, temporary accommodation, transportation, and livelihood support to those returning home, while also offering skills training, job matching, startup capital, and support for small businesses or new opportunities for those who choose to stay abroad.

A Filipino worker remains hospitalized but stable in Israel following an air strike from Iran, with medical care arranged by the government.

President Marcos urged Filipinos in affected areas to coordinate closely with Philippine embassies in Tel Aviv and Tehran for safety and assistance.