The Philippines and Israel are exploring “more avenues of cooperation”—including a possible free trade agreement, direct flights between the two countries, and cybersecurity agreements—that will improve the “bond” that has been going strong since World War II, Israel Ambassador to...
Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel visited Manila for a historic Pacific Tour where she talked about the “deep connection” between the two countries and their shared values and friendship. The Philippines is part of the official’s “landmark diplomatic tour of the Pacific...
The Philippines welcomes the Israel-Hamas peace plan, calling it a “monumental step” toward the de-escalation of the conflict there, and expressed hope for a long-term stability in a region critical to maritime trade. In a statement on Friday, Oct. 10, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)...
Newly-installed Israel Ambassador to Manila Dana Kursh is urging the Philippines to lift its current travel alert order on Israel, assuring that the country is “safe” despite an ongoing conflict with neighboring Gaza. The envoy said in an interview on the sidelines of the celebration of the...
CAIRO (AP) — Israel and Hamas prepared for indirect negotiations in Egypt on Monday, as hopes for a possible ceasefire in Gaza grew after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a hostage release could be announced this week. Tuesday marks two years since the Hamas attack that sparked the war....
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The highest court in the Netherlands on Friday ordered the Dutch government to reevaluate its currently suspended license for exporting parts for F-35 fighter jets to Israel, in response to concerns they could be used in breaches of international law. The Supreme...
More countries have conveyed their support and sympathy to the Philippines after the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that jolted Cebu last Tuesday night, Sept. 30. European Union (EU) Ambassador Massimo Santoro expressed that the EU stands in solidarity with the Philippines in the tragic quake, which has...
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel 's defense minister on Wednesday ordered all remaining Palestinians to leave Gaza City, saying it was their “last opportunity” and that anyone who stayed would be considered a militant supporter and face the “full force” of Israel 's...
The Philippines has joined the international community in calling for an urgent end to what it described as the “ever-worsening humanitarian catastrophe” in Gaza. In a statement on Monday, Aug. 25, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said the Philippines was deeply concerned over...
President Marcos welcomed four newly designated ambassadors to the Philippines, reaffirming the vibrant and robust bilateral ties with their respective countries. Those who presented their credentials to President Marcos in Malacañan on Tuesday, Aug. 19, were Australian Ambassador Marc...
JERUSALEM (AP) — Protestors in Israel demanding their government make a deal to secure the release of hostages held by militants in Gaza escalated their campaign on Sunday, staging a strike that snarled traffic and shuttered businesses. The action organized by the Hostages and Missing Families...
KIBBUTZ RE’IM, Israel—Mazal Tazazo, 35, was narrating how she survived Hamas’ attack during the Nova music festival when she heard yet another blast—a louder one—that stopped her from speaking. For 20 seconds, she paused. She held her forehead. Terrified, she looked around. “It’s...
