MANILA, Philippines — A third Filipino seafarer has died in recent attacks on ships operating in the northern Black Sea, following the two other fatalities reported earlier this month. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) confirmed the death, marking a grim escalation in the violence targeting vessels in the region. The attacks, which have already claimed two lives, have raised concerns among maritime workers and government officials.
The DMW stated that the seafarer was among a crew on a Philippine-flagged vessel that was attacked in the Black Sea. While details of the incident remain under investigation, the ministry has urged the government to take urgent measures to protect Filipino seafarers abroad. The attacks come amid heightened tensions in the area, with reports of increased piracy and sabotage activities.
Authorities are currently working to identify the perpetrators and assess the full extent of the damage. The incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by Filipino workers in international waters. The Department of Migrant Workers has called for greater coordination with foreign maritime agencies to ensure the safety of seafarers. (globalnation.inquirer.net)
