Pinoys in Egypt cautioned on joining mass rally denouncing Israel for hospital blast

THE Philippine Embassy in Egypt cautioned Filipinos on participating in any protests following the mass demonstration of Egyptians denouncing the bombing of a hospital in Gaza Strip.

At least 500 civilians were reportedly killed in the incident.

“The Philippine Embassy in Cairo advises everyone to exercise caution, keep away from mass congregations, and stay home unless necessary,” it said.

According to the Department of Foreign Affairs, there are a total of 1,990 Filipinos in Egypt.

Egyptians took to the streets to express their anger over the bombing of the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza, which left hundreds of Palestinians dead.