The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said that it has not received any reports of Filipino victims in the escalating Israel-Palestine conflict.
“So far, our embassy in Israel has not received any report of Filipino casualties. The embassy is in touch with Filipino organizations and networks,” the DFA said in a statement.
“Shelters are there to provide refuge, including for Filipino workers; contingency plans are in place for developments in the situation,” it added.
There are close to 30,000 Filipinos working and living in Israel.
Most Filipino workers in Israel are caregivers and household service workers.
The Philippines has expressed ‘serious concern’ over the recent escalation of violence in parts of Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip.
“The Philippines urges all parties to exercise restraint and seek dialogue to de-escalate tensions,” the DFA said in another statement.
At least 35 people have died in Gaza while 5 people were killed in Israel due to the ongoing hostilities in the country.
