Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123
Nonprofit organization
U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines
U.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines
October 6, 2025
Security Alert: Anniversary of the October 7 Hamas Attacks
Location: Countrywide
Event: Due to the anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel and out of an abundance of caution, U.S. citizens are advised to remain vigilant, maintain heightened situational awareness, and practice good personal security measures.
The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and provide additional information as needed.
Actions to Take:
* Be aware of your surroundings.
* Avoid all demonstrations and protests.
* Monitor local media.
* Follow the instructions of local authorities.
* Enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates and makes it easier for the U.S. Embassy to contact you in an emergency.
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For further information and assistance:
* Contact the U.S. Embassy in Manila, Philippines, located at 1201 Roxas Boulevard, at +(63) (2) 5301-2000, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. After-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +(63) (2) 5301-2000.
* Call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
* See the State Department’s travel website for the Worldwide Caution, Travel Advisories, Alerts, and the Philippines Country Specific Information.
* Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
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