Philippines

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.

ZAKA Sends Rescue Force to the Philippines

ZAKA spokesman reports that they have sent a delegation to help victims of typhoon Heiyan.

IDF Treats Hundreds in Philippines; NBC Correspondent in 'Awe'

IDF delegation in Philippines has treated over 300 wounded; NBC reporter impressed, publishes report praising IDF humanitarianism.

Philippines: First Baby 'Israel' Born at IDF Field Hospital

A day after arriving in typhoon-struck Philippines, IDF field hospital delivers first baby, mayor announces he will be named 'Israel.'

Video: IDF Humanitarian Delegation Arrives in the Philippines

After a journey halfway across the world, the IDF’s rescue team finally arrives at the storm-ravaged Philippines.

IDF Delegation Pledges to 'Give Hope' in Philippines

Delegation members pledge to give their best efforts before setting off for rescue mission in typhoon-struck Philippines.

148-Member IDF Delegation Set to Leave for Phillippines

A 148-member Israeli delegation will leave for the Philippines on Wednesday in order to help the Typhoon-struck city of Tacloban.

Philippines: Aid Arrives, but Delivery Delayed

Typhoon victims still waiting for help; UN appeals for $301 million.

International Aid to Philippines Doesn't Rain - It Pours

Countries around the world pledge large amounts of int'l aid to Philippines after typhoon. One report: ME contribution has ulterior motive.

IDF Rescuers Leave for Philippines

A delegation of experts in the fields of search, rescue and medicine has left for the Philippines to assist in the wake of the typhoon.

Jewish, Israeli Groups Begin Aid to Philippines

American Jewish JDC and IsraAID work on response to devastating typhoon in Philippines. Israelis among the missing.

Philippines Typhoon: 10,000 Estimated Dead

Philippines officials: 10,000 dead, 800K missing, and major urban centers flattened by raging storm.

Philipines Typhoon May Have Killed Over 1,200

Super Typhoon Haiyan strikes Philippines Friday, early estimates place death toll at over 1,200.

More Than 140 Confirmed Dead in Philippines Earthquake

Death toll continues to rise as residents left to pick up the pieces.

Philippines Earthquake Kills at Least 32

7.2 magnitude quake strikes at popular tourist resort island, destroying buildings and triggering landslides

Philippines Likely to Stay in Golan for Another Six Months

The Philippines will likely keep its peacekeeping forces in the Golan Heights for six more months.

Philippines to Keep UN Forces in Golan Heights

Philippines to keep its contingent of UN peacekeepers in Golan Heights, after Syrian rebels held 21 hostage for three days last week.

Philippines: Syrian Rebels Remain Firm on Hostage Demands

Rebels holding 21 Filipino peacekeepers hostage in Golan Heights are insisting Syrian troops leave area before releasing their captives.

Philippines Lifts Travel Ban on Israel

The Philippines is to resume sending workers to Israel as the calm in the south continues.

Death Toll Rising in Philippine Typhoon Bopha

More than 280 are dead in a powerful typhoon that struck the Philippines on Tuesday. Hundreds more are hurt, tens of thousands are homeless.

US, China in 'Territorial Dispute' in South China Sea

A long-standing territorial dispute is escalating between the United States and China in the contested South China Sea.

Gas Discovery Envenoms Dispute

Chinese Tabloid Threatens Philippines With War Over Sea Claims

The nationalistic south East Asian nations are getting in deeper their dispute with China.

Dozens Dead in Philippine Earthquake, No Israelis Missing

Dozens of people are dead and more are missing in a 6.8-magnitude earthquake that rocked the Philippines Monday morning.

Visiting Senators Back Manila

Senators Seek To Arm Philippines To Deter China

A delegation of four US senators promised military assistance and diplomatic support to Manila in its territorial dispute with China.

Philippine Typhoon Deaths Reach 1,249

The death toll from Typhoon Washi, which destroyed more than 10,000 homes, continues to rise with at least 1,000 more missing.

Philippines Death Toll Rises Beyond 650, All Israelis Okay

At least 650 people are dead, and some 800 others are still missing after Tropical Storm Washi struck the Philippines on Friday.

Aquino: Trade Good For China

China Sea Dispute On Agenda of Philippines, China Trade Talks

China pressures Philippines to recognize its China Sea claims in return for trade, calls on Indian ship to identify itself off the coast.

ASEAN China in Vague Pact

Is ASEAN's Creative Ambiguity Too Vague?

Time will tell whether the guidelines reached in Bali will settle down the territorial dispute over the South China Sea or paper it over.