Philippines voices great concerns over escalating Middle East conflict

23/6/2025 6:14

The Philippines on Sunday expressed great concerns over the escalating conflict in the Middle East, hours after the United States bombed Iran's nuclear sites.

"The Philippines is greatly concerned over the developments in the Middle East in these last few hours," the Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said in a statement.

"We strongly urge concerned parties to take the path of diplomacy and avoid further escalation of this conflict that could threaten regional and international peace and security," the DFA said.

It said the welfare and safety of Filipinos in the region are of "primordial concern," and the Philippine government will continue to advance and prioritize their protection.

"The Philippines continues to reiterate the need for a peaceful and diplomatic solution to this crisis," the DFA said.