ASEAN calls for restraint in Middle East conflictHow will US, Israeli strikes on Iran affect oil markets? MANILA, Philippines — The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) called yesterday for restraint and immediate cessation of hostilities in the Middle East, triggered by US and Israeli military strikes on Iran which retaliated hitting targets across the region. In a statement, the ASEAN foreign ministers expressed serious concern over the escalation of conflict in the Middle East as coordinated US and Israeli strikes against Iran aimed at regime change continue. “We call on all countries to respect international law, including the Charter of the United Nations,” the ministers said. The Senate earlier adopted a resolution urging the government to repatriate OFWs in the Middle East.

Source: Philippine Star March 04, 2026 16:36 UTC