DFA: 17 sailors held hostage ‘in good condition’
MANILA, Philippines — The 17 Filipino seafarers being held hostage in the Red Sea by Yemen’s Houthi militants are expected to be freed soon, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).
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Philippines reaffirms commitment to global disaster risk reduction efforts
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has reiterated its commitment to contribute to global disaster risk reduction efforts through continued partnerships with the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR).
Israel foreign minister visits freed Pinoy hostage
MANILA, Philippines — The Filipino hostage freed from Hamas captivity last week was released from a hospital in Israel, the Israeli embassy in Manila said yesterday.
17 Filipinos held hostage by Yemen’s Houthi rebels
MANILA, Philippines — At least 17 Filipino seafarers were taken hostage by Yemen’s Houthi armed group when the rebels hijacked their cargo vessel in the Red Sea on Sunday, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed.
China admits dredging activities
MANILA, Philippines — China has admitted carrying out reclamation and dredging activities in the South China Sea – but only on its “own” territory, Beijing’s foreign ministry said yesterday.
International community welcomes De Lima’s release from jail
MANILA, Philippines — The United States has urged the Philippines to resolve the remaining “politically motivated” case against former senator Leila de Lima in a manner consistent with international human rights obligations and commitments.
36 Filipino evacuees from Gaza arriving today
MANILA, Philippines — Only 36 of the 40 Filipino evacuees from Gaza who crossed the Rafah border into Egypt on Nov. 7 will be flown to the Philippines, the Department of Foreign Affairs said yesterday.
2023 likely warmest year on record
MANILA, Philippines — The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) reported that 2023 is “almost certain to be the warmest year on record” after October smashed temperature highs.