A Filipina nurse killed in the Hamas assault on Israel had refused to flee without her elderly patient, an Israeli official said.
MANILA — A Filipina nurse killed in the conflict between Israel and militant group Hamas had refused to flee without her elderly patient, an Israeli official said.
"Despite having a chance to flee the Hamas terror attacks, Angeline showed unbelievable humanity and loyalty by remaining Nira’s side during the violence, resulting in both of them being brutally murdered by Hamas. Unimaginable honor in the face of evil," she said on X. "They take care of our elderly, and they take of special needs children… My mother was taken care of by two wonderful carers, two wonderful nurses. I owe them so much.
Authorities said at least 2 Filipinos were among thousands killed in the war triggered by a surprise Saturday attack by Hamas, which took around 150 Israelis and foreigners hostage. There are around 30,000 Filipinos mostly working as caregivers in Israel and 137 in the Hamas-ruled enclave of Gaza, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs.
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