Foreign missions in the Philippines expressed their condolences to the country and the families of two Filipino seafarers who were killed in a Houthi missile strike in the Gulf of Aden. France and Japan both condemned the attack and offered their sympathies.
Foreign missions in the Philippines extended their condolences to the country and the families of the two Filipino seafarers killed by a Houthi missile strike in the Gulf of Aden on March 6, 2024. French Ambassador Marie Fontanel said France 'strongly condemns the lethal attack' by the Houthis on the commercial vessel True Confidence. 'My sincere condolences to the Philippines for the tragic loss of 2 Filipino seafarers,' she said in a post on X on Friday.
'Houthi attacks on international maritime traffic reached a new level. They must cease.' The Japanese Embassy in Manila also stood in solidarity with the country, saying Tokyo is committed to working with the Philippines in advocating a peaceful resolution to conflicts, as well as lasting peace and stability across the world. 'Our sincere condolences to the families of the two Filipino seafarers lost to a tragic missile attack. Deep respect for their commitment abroad
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