“They have treated the wound of my people carelessly, saying, ‘Peace, peace’, when there is no peace. – Jeremiah 8:11, NVRSA
The National Council of Churches in the Philippines is in solidarity with all people of goodwill worldwide in condemning the treacherous and unprovoked attack by the United States and Israel against the sovereign nation of Iran.
Although the US president Donald Trump would like to paint his image as a “man of peace” and champion of democracy, it cannot be denied that he is acting like a god who punishes nations whose heads do not bow and kneel before him.
As the US was engaging Iran with diplomatic talks on Iran’s civilian nuclear program, behind the talks, the US and Israeli military also launched an attack called “Operation Epic Fury,” with airstrikes hitting military targets in Iran, killing several Iranian leaders, including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The US and Israeli attacks also targeted civilian sites such as an all girls’ elementary school, killing over 100.
The US and Israel’s bombing of Iran has again deepened global insecurity. The attacks prompted Iran to launch retaliatory attacks on US military bases. As Christians, we do not want a world where international law is ignored and force triumphs over justice.
Thus, the National Council of Churches in the Philippines calls on all governments and international organizations to exert all their mechanisms and influence to immediately de-escalate the armed confrontation, ensure the protection and safety of civilian populations, and provide humanitarian services.
The NCCP also calls on the Philippine government to provide assistance and ensure the safety of Filipino migrants, along with their families, affected by this ongoing US and Israeli aggression in West Asia.
As a Council of Churches, we urge the faithful around the world to pray for the immediate cessation of this transgression of international humanitarian law. We call on world leaders to choose the path of peace and to engage in dialogue with sincerity and courage. #
Signed and issued on this day 3rd of March 2026.
The Most Rev. Brent Harry W. Alawas
Chairperson
Bishop Joseph G. Agpaoa
Vice Chairperson for Men
Ms. Jennifer Ferariza-Meneses
Vice-Chairperson for Women
Rev. Jon Dave A. Angeles
Vice Chairperson for Youth
Rev. Leonardo R. Morada
Corporate Treasurer
Ms. Minnie Anne M. Calub
General Secretary
