Islam Times - Philippines Admires Iran for Role in Releases of Sailors from Yemen

Islam Times - The foreign minister of the Philippines expressed gratitude to Iran for its assistance in the release of 17 Filipino sailors whose cargo vessel had been confiscated by the Yemeni Houthi forces after the start of the Israeli war on Gaza in November 2023.

Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines Enrique Manalo sent a letter to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, thanking Iran for assistance in repatriating 17 Filipino crew members of the Galaxy Leader Ship.

Manalo said Iran’s help shows the age-old relations between Tehran and Manila, appreciating Iran’s precious cooperation and support.

Iran has been following up on the release and repatriation of the crew of the Galaxy Leader Ship to their countries through diplomatic channels over the past few months.

The crew members of the Galaxy Leader returned to their countries via Oman on January 24.

Previously, the Mexican government had also thanked Iran for its assistance in the return of several Mexican nationals from the ship.