By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk

Filipino seafarer killed in Persian Gulf tanker explosion

The Filipino Correspondent Network

Published on: 09/11/2026

MANILA – A Filipino seafarer was killed following an explosion aboard an oil tanker in the Persian Gulf, raising fresh concerns about the safety of Filipino maritime workers operating in conflict-sensitive waters.

3 Filipino Seafarers attacked in UK, 1 remains critical

The Filipino Correspondent Network

Published on: 13/08/2026

BRISTOL, England — Three Filipino seafarers were assaulted while on shore leave in Bristol, England leaving one in critical condition in intensive care and prompting an ongoing investigation by British authorities...