Philippine Embassy warns Filipinos against travel to Sulaymaniyah due to security concerns
The Philippine Embassy in Iraq has issued an advisory warning Filipino citizens against traveling to Sulaymaniyah in Kurdistan due to security concerns.
Filipinos already in the area are advised to avoid public places, exercise extreme caution, monitor news updates, and remain vigilant for their safety.
According to Agence France Presse, three security forces members were killed and 19 wounded during an arrest operation of an opposition figure on Friday in Iraq's Kurdistan region.
The embassy urges Filipinos to follow any emergency instructions from local authorities and to contact the Embassy Hotline (+964 783 700 54 57) for emergencies.
Iraq remains at Alert Level 3 Status, indicating a high risk environment for travelers.
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