Tag: Yemen
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Philippine Government Celebrates Return of 17 Seafarers After Houthi Captivity
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) expressed immense relief and joy as 17 Filipino seafarers returned home after being held captive by Houthi rebels for over a year. The crew of the cargo ship Galaxy Leader arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport on January 23, 2025, following their release on January 22. The DFA…
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17 Filipino Seafarers Freed from Yemen Captivity, Set to Return Home
In a significant development, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced the liberation of 17 Filipino crew members from the M/V Galaxy Leader, who had been detained in Yemen for over a year. The seafarers are currently under the care of the Philippine Embassy in Muscat, Oman, and are expected to reunite with their families in…
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17 Filipino Hostages Freed from Yemen, Set to Return Home
In a significant development, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced the release of 17 Filipino crew members of the M/V Galaxy Leader, who had been held captive in Yemen for over a year. The seafarers are currently under the care of the Philippine Embassy in Muscat, Oman, and are expected to reunite with their families…
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