(Eagle News) — The Philippine Embassy in Israel said Filipinos should avoid going to the following crowded areas until April 30:
- West Bank
- Jerusalem
- Temple Mount
- Damascus Gate
- Herod’s Gate
- Al Wad Road
- Musrara Road
- areas around East Jerusalem
- areas near the border of Gaza and Lebanon
The embassy said this was due to security concerns.
It urged Filipinos to remain vigilant and be mindful of their surroundings.
It also warned them against taking pictures or videos of ongoing conflict so as not to compromise their security.
Filipinos should also refrain from approaching Israeli security forces in “sensitive” areas, the embassy said.
Filipinos may contact any of the following in the event of an emergency:
- Magen David Adom – 101
- Police – 100
- Home Front Command – 104
- Israel Electric Corporation – 103
- Municipality Call Center – 106/107/108
- Philippine Embassy emergency hotline: +972-54-466-1188
“Mahalaga sa Embahada ang inyong kaligtasan at kapakanan. Mag-ingat po tayong lahat,” it added.
