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Pinoys in Iran urged to take extra precaution
The Philippine Embassy in Tehran on Thursday advised Filipinos in Iran to take the necessary precautions after recent events in the region, according to a report by Mao dela Cruz on Dobol B sa News TV aired on GMA News TV on Saturday.
Mga Pinoy sa Iran, pinag-iingat dahil sa matinding sitwasyon sa rehiyon. | via Mao dela Cruz https://t.co/Jl7zdrja0g
— DZBB Super Radyo (@dzbb) September 21, 2019
In a Facebook post, the embassy said Filipinos should exercise vigilance to ensure their personal safety.
"Filipinos in Iran are advised to exercise vigilance and take necessary precautions to ensure personal safety in light of recent events in the region," the embassy announcement said.
The Pinoys were urged to monitor developments and check the following websites for news, public notices and emergency announcements:
They may also check OFW Help and the Facebook page of the DFA-Office of the Undersecretary for Migrant Affairs.
Those needing assistance or have inquiries may contact the embassy hotline at +989122136801.
Tensions have been rising in the region after Saudi Arabia said the attacks that crippled its oil facilities this month came from southwestern Iran.
Reuters sources said the attacks were done with the use of cruise missiles and drones. —KG, GMA News
