LIVE UPDATES: Impact of Middle East crisis on the Philippines

The grim consequences of the United States and Israel’s war on Iran have been felt far and wide, including in the Philippines, a nation heavily dependent on the Middle East for oil.

A state of national energy emergency is in effect as domestic fuel prices have soared to record highs. Pressure is mounting across industries, from transportation and logistics to trade and agriculture. Workers and ordinary consumers are feeling the swift — and severe — fallout from the conflict.

The safety and livelihood of over 2 million Filipinos in the Middle East are at risk as well. More than 6,000 of them have been able to come home as the Philippine government conducts repatriation, but they now face an uncertain future.

On this page, we bring you the latest news, photos, videos, and insights on the impact of the Middle East crisis on the Philippines, as well as the biggest developments in the war.

المصدر: Rappler (PH)