Philippine women's team in AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 Group A
The Philippine women's football team has been drawn into Group A for the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026, set to take place from March 1 to 21, 2026 in Australia.
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Iran
Iran is a country in the Middle East currently facing severe tensions with Israel, including missile attacks and retaliatory threats that have caused global oil prices to rise due to potential supply disruptions. Despite internal challenges, such as harsh repression of protests against mandatory dress codes for women, Iranian officials like Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi continue to assert their right to self-defense amid escalating conflicts.
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Last updated at July 29, 2025.
Recent stories about Iran
DFA downgrades travel alert for Philippines in Iran to Level 2
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has downgraded its travel alert for Filipinos in Iran to Level 2 or Restriction Phase due to positive developments in the security situation, effective immediately.
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Filipina caregiver Leah Mosquera dies in Iran missile attack
A Filipina caregiver named Leah Mosquera, 49 years old from Negros Occidental, died on Sunday, July 13 due to injuries sustained when an Iranian missile struck her apartment building in Rehovot, Israel last month.
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AI-generated video falsely shows Iran attacking US city
A video circulating on social media falsely claims to show Iran retaliating against the United States with an attack in a US city.
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DOE forecasts oil price rollback next week; gasoline down over P1, diesel P0.50, kerosene P0.80
Oil prices are expected to fall for a second time next week following two recent increases, with gasoline decreasing by more than P1.00 per liter, diesel by P0.50 per liter, and kerosene by P0.80 per liter, according to the Department of Energy (DOE).
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US mulls ammo facility in Subic, PH cautious
The United States has not yet made a formal offer to establish an ammunition facility in Subic Bay, Zambales.
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Philippines lowers Israel alert from Level 3 to Level 2
On Monday, June 30, 2025, the Philippines downgraded its security alert for Filipinos in Israel from Level 3 to Level 2.
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Philippines, Lithuania sign MOU on strategic defense
On Monday, the Philippines and Lithuania signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance their defense cooperation, establishing a 'strategic-level' partnership amid shared concerns over regional security.
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DOH provides online counseling for Filipino evacuees in Israel
The Department of Health provided online counseling sessions on Saturday for approximately 60 Filipinos in Israel amid ongoing uncertainty and a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
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6 OFWs repatriated from Iran, more expected
Six overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) repatriated from Iran due to tensions with Israel arrived safely in the Philippines on Saturday morning.
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