Manila, June 22 -- A total of 26 overseas Filipinos in Israel have been repatriated through the Philippine Embassy's Voluntary Repatriation Program, amid heightened tensions between Israel and Iran.

In a social media post Sunday, the Philippine Embassy in Israel said the repatriates were assisted by its team, led by Ambassador Aileen Mendiola, at the Allenby Border Crossing to ensure their safe passage.

The group received full logistical and welfare support, including transportation, transit visas, travel documents, and plane tickets back to the Philippines, according to the embassy.

Prior to departure, they stayed at the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) shelter, where they received relief packages, free legal assistance regarding ...