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MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines joined the world in expressing its deep grief over the Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 tragedy, where all 298 passengers, including 3 Filipinos, perished after being shot down over Ukraine.
“We offer our sincerest condolences to the families of all the victims, recognizing full well the enormity of their loss,” Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail Valte said in a statement on Friday, July 18.
The names of the casualties have yet to be released by Malaysia Airlines, apparently pending notification of their families.
Malacañang assured that it is ready to assist the families of the Filipino victims.
“At this difficult time, we stand with them in solidarity as one people and one country. The DFA has assured us that our embassies in Malaysia and the Netherlands are coordinating with Malaysia Airlines and other authorities, in order to secure more information regarding the tragedy to assist the affected families,” Valte said.
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said on Friday that the Philippines is considering to call for additional security for flights along the path of the downed plane. – Rappler.com
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