Seven overseas Filipino workers have reportedly sustained injuries following a series of attacks in Saudi Arabia, with three of them said to be in critical condition.
The Philippines’ Department of Foreign Affairs disclosed the development amid growing concerns over the safety of foreign nationals working in the Middle Eastern country.
Philippines Begins Repatriation of Workers
As security concerns persist, Philippine authorities have stepped up efforts to bring affected citizens home.
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) confirmed that 34 Filipino workers returned to the Philippines from Saudi Arabia on Monday, October 19.
Another 65 workers were expected to arrive on Tuesday, October 20, as the government continued coordinating assistance for its nationals.
Riyadh Airport Missile Strike Kills 12, Injures 309
The development follows a deadly missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s capital, on October 10.
According to Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation, the strike claimed 12 lives and left 309 people injured.
The attack has raised concerns about civilian safety and the security of international aviation facilities amid continuing regional tensions.
Houthi Attacks Heighten Security Concerns
Yemen’s Houthi movement has reportedly launched repeated attacks targeting the airport in recent days.
The incidents have drawn attention to the risks facing civilians, international travellers and migrant workers in affected areas.
However, Philippine authorities have not clarified whether all seven injured Filipino workers were directly affected by the October 10 airport attack or other incidents.
Concerns Grow Over Filipino Workers’ Safety
Saudi Arabia remains an important employment destination for overseas Filipino workers, many of whom work in healthcare, construction, hospitality and domestic services.
The latest attacks have renewed concerns about the safety of migrant workers and the need for timely government assistance during security emergencies.
With three Filipino workers reportedly critically injured, attention remains focused on their recovery and the ongoing repatriation arrangements.
