Philippines

Suspect in murder of Israeli in Philippines admits involvement

Central suspect in murder of Yitzhak Cohen and Geneva Lopez admits involvement during interrogation.

Bodies of Israelis missing in Philippines located

Yitzhak Cohen and partner Geneva Lopez, who disappeared last month while traveling in the Philippines, are found dead.

Israeli couple missing in the Philippines, car found torched

Yitzhak Cohen and partner Geneva Lopez have been missing in the Philippines since Friday, reports say.

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4 killed in bombing of Catholic Mass

Dozens hurt, some severely, in bombing during prayers at Mindanao State University in Marawi City. Security chief says it is terrorism.

10 Can't-Miss Activities To Do In The Philippines

Though it's commonly known as the Pearl of the Orient, the Philippines also boasts another name

Deepest shipwreck ever found in Philippine Sea

The USS Samuel B Roberts sank during WWII battle in 1944.

Watch: Thousands flee Philippines volcano

Thousands of Manila residents have been forced to flee their homes after a volcano eruption south of the capital.

Philippines adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

The Philippines has become the latest country to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance working definition of antisemitism.

Report: Hamas cell uncovered in Philippines

Hamas attempting to 'establish a foothold' in Philippines by inciting violence against Israelis, report says.

Report: Over 30 dead after Philippines after typhoon

More than 300,000 reportedly evacuated, with winds now moving towards Malaysia and Vietnam.

Shock as Philippine president announces early retirement

Popular President Rodrigo Duterte announced his retirement in a move that caught most off-guard.

S. China Sea dispute: Philippines bullied by China

Despite a 2016 legal ruling against China's incursions in the area, the communist regime continues harassing Filipino fishermen.

Philippines amb. summoned for clarification over UNHRC vote

"Israel expects friends such as the Philippines not to support proposals that strengthen terrorism, and to stand by us during this time."

15 killed in double bombing in the Philippines

Motorcycle bomb and suicide bomber detonated in front of grocery store in city of Jolo, killing 7 soldiers, 6 civilians, and a policeman.

Philippines announces first fatality from new coronavirus

44-year-old man is the first known instance of a person dying of the virus outside China.

'Safe Haven: Jewish refugees in the Philippines'

Philippine Embassy in Israel, in partnership with B'nai B'rith World Center to hold event on International Holocaust Memorial Day.

Hundreds protest Israel's deportation of illegal immigrants

Demonstrators gather near detention facility outside of Tel Aviv to protest planned deportation of foreign workers who overstayed visas

Rabbi Peretz: Let the children of Filipino workers stay

Jewish Home chair asks Interior Minister to allow stay of children born to Filipino women living illegally in Israel.

Illegal foreign workers to protest impending deportation

Female foreign workers who overstayed work visas protest plans to deport them and their children.

Will Filipino flights to Israel go through Saudi Arabia?

Philippine government reportedly in talks with Saudi Arabia for the rights to fly through its airspace on a direct flight path to Israel.

Philippines to network with Israeli emergency medical service

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte vows cooperation with Israel's largest emergency first response organization.

'We remember the Philippine's 1947 vote'

At start of meeting with Philippine President, Netanyahu tells of Filipino nurse who treated his father and uncle.

Philippines' Duterte eyes arms deals on Israel trip

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte lands in Israel, seeks to diversify suppliers of military equipment.

Philippines' Duterte to visit Israel next week

Filipino president will head a large business delegation and discuss opening direct flights between Manila and Tel Aviv.

Philippines president to dedicate Holocaust monument in Israel

Rodrigo Duterte to arrive in Israel Sunday for first visit to the Jewish state.

8 Israelis arrested in Philippines in massive fraud crack-down

Philippines police arrest some 500 suspects in massive anti-fraud crackdown, including 8 Israeli citizens.

Philippines: Ongoing volcanic eruption causing sanitation crisis

Mount Mayon's continued eruptions deplete emergency funds and supplies, authorities warn of unsanitary conditions in shelters.

Phillipines’ largest city to use Israeli STEM curriculum

Phillipines high school implements Israeli STEM curriculum, paving the way for the rest of the city's high schools.

Two Israelis killed in accident in the Philippines

Two 27-year-old Israelis killed in car accident in the Philippines. Their bodies will be returned to Israel for burial.

DNA tests confirm death of Filipino ISIS leader

DNA tests confirm death of Isnilon Hapilon, head of ISIS-linked jihadist group in the Philippines.

Philippines:

ISIS beheads civilians, brutalizes women in Philippines

Military levels whole sections of city in the Philippines through airstrikes and bombing runs in attempt to wipe out Muslim terrorists.

Philippines: Sing the anthem enthusiastically, or end up in jail

New bill aims to instill patriotism, prohibits ridiculing national anthem.

Pro-ISIS militants take students hostage in the Philippines

Pro-Islamic State militants storm school in the southern Philippines, holding several students hostage.

Philippines says U.S. Special Ops on ground near besieged Marawi

'ISIS demonstrated significant determination, success capturing and holding Mosul in Iraq; effort in Marawi of a similar notable quality.'

Manila resort on lockdown as gunmen storm hotels

Dozens reportedly injured after undefined gunmen attack Resorts World Manila in Philippines as ISIS insurgency continues.

Gun battles and fires:

ISIS overruns Philippine city, control elusive as fighting rages

Duterte declares martial law in entire Mindanao area amid ongoing attack, will cut short Russia trip due to Marawi situation.

Philippines president tells Trump he may go to Israel before US

Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte told President Trump he may not be able to visit White House as he is 'supposed to go to Israel.'

Why this Filipina is fighting for Israel

IDF Soldier from Philippines to be honored for distinguished service, joined IDF after army rescued her grandmother

Bomb found near US embassy in Philippines

Authorities detonated a bomb which was found in a trash bin near the U.S. Embassy in Manila. Islamic terrorism is suspected.

Philippine President apologizes for Hitler remark

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte apologizes to Jews for comparing himself with Hitler, but reiterates his desire to kill drug addicts.

Philippines throws US Special Forces out of country

President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered all US Special Forces out of southern Philippines.

Philippines president curses Obama on live television

Angered by White House pressure over anti-drug policies, Philippines president slams President Obama as a "son of a whore".

Philippines blast: 3 sought in deadly bombing

Police search for three suspects after a deadly attack in the Philippines that killed 14.

ISIS-loyal Filipino jihadists behead Canadian hostage

Canadian PM confirms Abu Sayyaf executed a hostage who was held together with another Canadian and a Norwegian.

Is ISIS in the Philippines?

ISIS claims killing nearly 100 Filipino troops and establishing a base in the country, but government denies the 'propaganda.'

ISIS making ground - in the Philippines

Jihadist groups fighting in the name of 'Islamic State' launch series of attacks, threatening to destabilize southern Philippines.

Guman targets Saudi preacher in Philippines

Sheikh A'ed ِAl Qarni was wounded in a shooting as he left a university auditorium in Zamboanga. Scholar says ISIS may be involved.

Filipino ISIS gang clashes with army

Eight members of a criminal group that pledged loyalty to ISIS shot dead in gun battle in southern Philippines.

New Program Could Reduce Number of Foreign Care Workers

IDF to train graduates from National Service and demobilized soldiers looking for a job in skills to assist the elderly.

Israeli Aid Agency Helps Victims of Philippines Typhoon

IsraAID provides aid packages and medical relief to thousands left homeless by last week's devastating Typhoon Hagupit.

Watch: IDF Marks a Year since Typhoon Haiyan Mission

A year has passed since the typhoon in the Philippines that killed 7,000; the IDF sums up Operation Islands of Hope.

Filipino ISIS Group Holding Two Germans Hostage

Abu Sayyaf group recently pledged loyalty to Islamic State, now it is giving Germany 15 days to pay $5.6 million or have captives killed.

Filipino Peacekeepers Unlikely to Return to Golan

Philippine President dims hopes that UN peacekeepers can be deployed back to the region in the near future.

Filipino UN Peacekeepers Flee Golan Heights Early

As Syrian rebels conquer Syrian side of Golan and in wake of recent abduction, Philippines pulls out forces a month early.

Philippine Military Chief Confirms Peacekeepers Escaped Syria

Philippine military chief confirms that more than 70 peacekeepers have escaped from areas of Golan that came under attack by Syrian rebels.

Talks Ongoing to Free 43 UN Peacekeepers in Golan Heights

Canadian FM blames Assad for spiraling security situation, as rebels capture UN forces, hold others in 'tense' stand-off.

Video: Manila Motorcade Drives to Support Israel

Vibrant motorcade includes tens of vehicles - all showing solidarity with Israel and its struggle against Hamas.

Filipina Worker Wins 'X-Factor Israel'

Foreign caregiver working in Tel Aviv for 6 years wins popular TV talent show singing in English.

IDF Delegation to Philippines to Depart on Wednesday

IDF delegation to the Philippines has treated more than 2,500 patients and helped repair damaged infrastructure.

'Settlers' Among the First to Respond to Philippines Typhoon

Hatzalah YOSH among first organizations arriving in Philippines to save lives following typhoon Haiyan's destruction.