Ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte arrested on an ICC warrant over drug killings
1 week, 3 days ago

Ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte arrested on an ICC warrant over drug killings

The Hindu  

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's international airport on Tuesday on order of the International Criminal Court in connection with a case of crime against humanity filed against him, the Philippine government said. Duterte was arrested after arriving from Hong Kong and police took him into custody on orders of the ICC, which has been investigating the mass killings that happened under the former president's deadly crackdown against illegal drugs, President Ferdinand Marcos' office said in a statement. “Upon his arrival, the prosecutor general served the ICC notification for an arrest warrant to the former president for the crime of crime against humanity,” the government said. But the Marcos administration has said it would cooperate if the ICC asks international police to take Duterte into custody through a so-called Red Notice, a request for law enforcement agencies worldwide to locate and temporarily arrest a crime suspect.

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Philippine officials deny coordinating Duterte arrest with ICC
1 day, 5 hours ago

Philippine officials deny coordinating Duterte arrest with ICC

Raw Story  

Philippine senators on Thursday grilled government officials over their decision to hand former president Rodrigo Duterte to the International Criminal Court last week, with the country's justice minister denying coordinating the arrest ahead of time. Speaking at Thursday's hearing, Secretary of Justice Jesus Remulla said the government had kept the ICC at "arm's length" until receiving the arrest warrant via …

The Take: Why was Rodrigo Duterte arrested by the ICC?
4 days, 17 hours ago

The Take: Why was Rodrigo Duterte arrested by the ICC?

Al Jazeera  

The former Philippine president has been arrested by the international court for alleged crimes against humanity. Once hailed as the Philippines’s strongman and infamous for his so-called “war on drugs”, former President Rodrigo Duterte now sits behind bars. He made history this week as the first former Asian head of state to be arrested by the International Criminal Court. In …

Philippines Senate launches investigation into Duterte’s ICC arrest
4 days, 17 hours ago

Philippines Senate launches investigation into Duterte’s ICC arrest

Al Jazeera  

The Philippines Senate has announced it will probe the arrest and handover of former President Rodrigo Duterte to the International Criminal Court. “It is imperative to establish whether due process was followed and to ensure that his legal rights were not just upheld but protected,” said Senator Marcos, who heads the Senate’s foreign relations committee. The Marcos and Duterte families …

​Rare success: on the International Criminal Court and Duterte arrest
4 days, 22 hours ago

​Rare success: on the International Criminal Court and Duterte arrest

The Hindu  

The arrest of former President of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte on a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court marks a rare success in the ICC’s attempts to make senior political figures, especially those who have held or still hold public office, accountable for their crimes. However, it has to be acknowledged that only a set of favourable circumstances led …

The implications of former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest on ICC warrant
6 days, 3 hours ago

The implications of former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest on ICC warrant

The Hindu  

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was flown to the Netherlands on March 12, 2025, to face charges of crimes against humanity before the International Criminal Court for his role in the deadly “war on drugs” during his tenure. In a statement, the court said its Pre-Trial chamber had reviewed evidence from the Office of the Prosecutor and found reasonable grounds …

'You will have to kill me': Ex-Philippine president engaged in 12-hour standoff before heading to ICC
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1 week ago

'You will have to kill me': Ex-Philippine president engaged in 12-hour standoff before heading to ICC

Firstpost  

A Philippine police general said that the 79-year-old refused to have his fingerprints taken after the arrest and even threatened Police Major General Nicolas Torre with lawsuits Former President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, got involved in a 12-hour standoff with the country’s police, saying, “You will have to kill me to bring me to The Hague”. A Philippine police …

Philippine ex-President Duterte appears by video link before international court
1 week ago

Philippine ex-President Duterte appears by video link before international court

LA Times  

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appears by video in the courtroom of the International Criminal Court with his lawyer Salvador Medialdea seated, left, in The Hague, Netherlands, Friday. Duterte’s daughter greets supporters His daughter, Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, met with supporters outside the court before Friday’s hearing and then visited him in the court’s detention center afterward. “Other leaders …

Philippines ex-leader Rodrigo Duterte appears before ICC by video link
1 week ago

Philippines ex-leader Rodrigo Duterte appears before ICC by video link

Al Jazeera  

Sounding frail and wearing a blue suit and tie, the 79-year-old speaks to confirm his name and date of birth. Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has made his first appearance at the International Criminal Court in The Hague by video link to face charges of crimes against humanity over his deadly war on drugs. After he landed in the Netherlands, …

Former Philippines president appears in ICC courtroom by video link after drug war arrest
1 week ago

Former Philippines president appears in ICC courtroom by video link after drug war arrest

India Today  

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appeared Friday by videoconference before judges at the International Criminal Court, days after his arrest in Manila on murder charges linked to the deadly “ war on drugs ” he oversaw while in office. The judge, addressing Duterte, said: “The court doctor was of the opinion that you were fully mentally aware and fit.” Duterte, …

The epic dynastic feud behind the arrest of the former Philippine president
1 week, 1 day ago

The epic dynastic feud behind the arrest of the former Philippine president

Live Mint  

She had ordered a hit man, the vice president said, to kill the president in the event she herself turned up dead. For months, tensions had built between Sara Duterte, the daughter of Rodrigo Duterte, the divisive former president of the Philippines, and President Ferdinand “Bongbong" Marcos Jr., himself the scion and namesake of the country’s longtime dictator. More than …

Duterte's first ICC appearance set for Friday: court
1 week, 1 day ago

Duterte's first ICC appearance set for Friday: court

The Hindu  

Rodrigo Duterte’s first appearance at the International Criminal Court has been set for Friday, the court said, as the former Philippines president faces crimes against humanity charges over his deadly war on drugs. “The Chamber considers it appropriate for the first appearance of Mr. Duterte to take place on Friday, 14 March 2025 at 14:00 hours,” the court said in …

For families of Philippines drug war victims, Duterte's arrest revives hopes for justice
1 week, 1 day ago

For families of Philippines drug war victims, Duterte's arrest revives hopes for justice

The Hindu  

The moment Jerica Ann Pico, the widow of a man who was killed during the war on drugs in the Philippines, heard the news of former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest, she said it felt like a fresh breath of life had rushed back into her. She said she never thought she would live to see the day when justice no …

ICC takes custody of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte in crimes against humanity case
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1 week, 1 day ago

ICC takes custody of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte in crimes against humanity case

The Hindu  

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was turned over Wednesday to the custody of the International Criminal Court, following his arrest on a warrant accusing him of crimes against humanity over deadly anti-drugs crackdowns he oversaw while in office. Rights groups and families of victims hailed Mr. Duterte’s arrest, and the court’s chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, called it “a crucial step …

Rodrigo Duterte to face trial in The Hague for charges of crimes against humanity
1 week, 1 day ago

Rodrigo Duterte to face trial in The Hague for charges of crimes against humanity

NPR  

Rodrigo Duterte to face trial in The Hague for charges of crimes against humanity Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is in custody at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, where he will face charges of crimes against humanity. A MARTÍNEZ, HOST: The former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, is facing charges of crimes against humanity at the International …

Duterte takes responsibility for Philippines drug war in video message
1 week, 1 day ago

Duterte takes responsibility for Philippines drug war in video message

Al Jazeera  

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte says ‘I am responsible’ after arrest by International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity. Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has taken full responsibility for his deadly so-called “war on drugs”, in a video message posted on Facebook, following his arrest on a warrant from the International Criminal Court. United Nations High Commissioner for Human …

Philippines’ Duterte Is Bound for ICC’s Hague Jail With Spartan Cells, Spiritual Advisers
1 week, 1 day ago

Philippines’ Duterte Is Bound for ICC’s Hague Jail With Spartan Cells, Spiritual Advisers

Live Mint  

-- Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte will be trading his cozy countryside home for the sterile walls of the International Criminal Court’s detention center, following his high-profile arrest as part of a probe into his deadly war on drugs. The 79-year-old Duterte, who cultivated an image as a man of the masses by choosing simple food and clothing during his …

Philippine ex-president Duterte is heading to The Hague to face ICC charges linked to ‘war on drugs’
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

Philippine ex-president Duterte is heading to The Hague to face ICC charges linked to ‘war on drugs’

Associated Press  

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was being flown to the Netherlands on Wednesday to face an International Criminal Court charge of crimes against humanity linked to the deadly crackdown on drugs he oversaw while in office. The 79-year-old Duterte’s arrest Tuesday on a warrant issued by the global court was hailed by human rights groups and …

Duterte set to arrive at ICC prison later on Wednesday
1 week, 2 days ago

Duterte set to arrive at ICC prison later on Wednesday

Dutch News  

Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte is expected to arrive in the Netherlands later on Wednesday, following his arrest in Manila, broadcaster NOS has reported. Duterte was flown to Dubai on Tuesday and is scheduled to arrive at Rotterdam Airport later today, NOS said. The United Nations Detention Unit, as the prison wing is called, was set up to operate under …

What is the International Criminal Court, which had former Philippine President Duterte arrested?
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

What is the International Criminal Court, which had former Philippine President Duterte arrested?

Associated Press  

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — The International Criminal Court where detained former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is being taken after his arrest in the Philippines is a court of last resort for the most serious international offenses, such as genocide and crimes against humanity. Former Central African Republic soccer federation president Patrice-Edouard Ngaïssona and Alfred Yekatom, alleged leaders of a predominantly …

Former Philippine President Duterte handed over to ICC after arriving in the Netherlands
1 week, 2 days ago

Former Philippine President Duterte handed over to ICC after arriving in the Netherlands

NL Times  

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was handed over to the International Criminal Court on Wednesday, the court in The Hague confirmed. The ICC issued the statement less than 90 minutes after an airplane carrying Duterte landed at Rotterdam The Hague Airport. The ICC prosecutor announced the drug war investigation in 2018 when the Philippines was a member of the court, …

Fmr. Philippine president undergoes medical check at Dubai layover en route to Rotterdam
1 week, 2 days ago

Fmr. Philippine president undergoes medical check at Dubai layover en route to Rotterdam

NL Times  

The plane carrying former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte to the International Criminal Court in The Hague was delayed during a stopover in Dubai so that the 79-year-old man could undergo a medical check. Photos in the possession of Philippine media outlet ABS CBN show a police doctor checking Duterte’s heart rate and the man lying on a bed on the …

Why was Rodrigo Duterte arrested by the ICC and could now face trial in The Hague for crimes against humanity?
1 week, 2 days ago

Why was Rodrigo Duterte arrested by the ICC and could now face trial in The Hague for crimes against humanity?

CNN  

CNN — An elected leader once dubbed “The Punisher” is on his way to The Hague to face trial for crimes against humanity during a brutal war on drugs, in a breathtaking reversal of fortune for a politician who once openly boasted about killing people and placing opponents on hit lists. Supporters of former President Rodrigo Duterte gather outside the …

ICC takes custody of former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte
1 week, 2 days ago

ICC takes custody of former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte

Al Jazeera  

Duterte will be brought before an ICC judge in The Hague in the coming days for an initial appearance, court says. Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has arrived in the Netherlands and has been surrendered to the custody of the International Criminal Court on allegations of crimes against humanity over his deadly “war on drugs”. In a statement on Wednesday, …

Philippine VP Sara Duterte travels to The Hague to help father at ICC
1 week, 2 days ago

Philippine VP Sara Duterte travels to The Hague to help father at ICC

Al Jazeera  

The vice president has described former President Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest over his deadly drug war as ‘oppression’. Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, the daughter of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, is on her way to the Netherlands to help her father after he was arrested in Manila on a warrant by the International Criminal Court and flown to The Hague. …

Former Philippines president Duterte "arrested on behalf of ICC"
1 week, 3 days ago

Former Philippines president Duterte "arrested on behalf of ICC"

Dutch News  

Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte has been placed on a plane to the Netherlands following his arrest in Manilla, international news agencies said on Tuesday afternoon. Duterte, 79, was arrested on behalf of the International Criminal Court in The Hague where he faces charges of involvement in crimes against humanity during his “war on drugs”, according to news agency Reuters. …

Ex Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte is arrested at airport for crimes against humanity for his infamous war on drugs that saw 30,000 suspects executed by police
Top News
1 week, 3 days ago

Ex Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte is arrested at airport for crimes against humanity for his infamous war on drugs that saw 30,000 suspects executed by police

Daily Mail  

The controversial former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, has been arrested for alleged crimes against humanity during his brutal war on drugs. Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs has left nearly 4,000 drug suspects dead and seen human rights groups claim he was responsible for crimes against humanity The warrant of arrest sent by the ICC to Philippine …

Who is Philippines' Rodrigo Duterte and why was he arrested?
1 week, 3 days ago

Who is Philippines' Rodrigo Duterte and why was he arrested?

Hindustan Times  

Rodrigo Duterte, the ex-President of the Philippines, was arrested at Manila International Airport on Tuesday on the order of the International Criminal Court in a crime against humanity case. Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on March 11, 2025 after landing at Manila's international airport by police acting on an International Criminal Court warrant over his deadly war on …

Arrested Philippine ex-President Duterte to face legacy of thousands killed in drug crackdown
1 week, 3 days ago

Arrested Philippine ex-President Duterte to face legacy of thousands killed in drug crackdown

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine ex-President Rodrigo Duterte, who left a savage legacy from his deadly anti-drugs crackdown, was arrested on a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity for the thousands killed in a war he waged against drugs in a political career spanning decades. Share Share Facebook Copy Link copied Print Email X LinkedIn Bluesky …

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte arrested on ICC charges for crimes against humanity
1 week, 3 days ago

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte arrested on ICC charges for crimes against humanity

Live Mint  

Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte gained international notoriety for his deadly narcotics crackdown, which led to his arrest on Tuesday on charges of crimes against humanity, despite maintaining immense popularity at home, as reported by PTI. A tough-talking populist and self-proclaimed killer, Duterte's anti-crime campaign resulted in the deaths of thousands of alleged drug dealers and addicts. Duterte's woes deepened …

Philippine ex-leader Duterte is being flown to The Hague to face charges of crimes against humanity
1 week, 3 days ago

Philippine ex-leader Duterte is being flown to The Hague to face charges of crimes against humanity

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine police arrested former President Rodrigo Duterte in Manila on Tuesday and sent him by plane to the Netherlands to face charges of crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court, President Ferdinand Marcos said. Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday on a warrant from the International Criminal Court accusing him of crimes against humanity …

Former president of the Philippines currently being taken to The Hague after ICC arrest
1 week, 3 days ago

Former president of the Philippines currently being taken to The Hague after ICC arrest

NL Times  

Former President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, is currently on his way to The Hague after he was arrested at the request of Interpol after a warrant for his arrest was issued by the International Criminal Court. The country’s vice president and Duterte’s daughter, Sara Duterte, is planning on following her father to The Hague, news site Rappler reported. Duterte …

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte arrested in Manila over 'war on drugs'
Trending News
1 week, 3 days ago

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte arrested in Manila over 'war on drugs'

ABC  

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested at Manila's International Airport on order of the International Criminal Court, the Philippine government has said. Mr Duterte was arrested after arriving from Hong Kong and police took him into custody on orders of the ICC, President Ferdinand Marcos's office said in a statement. Police to investigate Rodrigo Duterte's 'death squad' claims …

Rodrigo Duterte forced onto plane to The Hague after ICC arrest, his daughter says
1 week, 3 days ago

Rodrigo Duterte forced onto plane to The Hague after ICC arrest, his daughter says

CNN  

CNN — Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has been “forcibly taken” onto a plane headed for The Hague, his daughter said on Tuesday, hours after his dramatic arrest on an International Criminal Court warrant over a brutal, years-long anti-drugs crackdown that left thousands of his citizens dead. In a separate statement to The Philippine Star, Sara Duterte – Duterte’s elder …

Former Philippine President Duterte arrested on an ICC warrant over drug killings
Top News
1 week, 3 days ago

Former Philippine President Duterte arrested on an ICC warrant over drug killings

New Indian Express  

MANILA: Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's international airport Tuesday on order of the International Criminal Court in connection with a case of crime against humanity filed against him, the Philippine government said. “Upon his arrival, the prosecutor general served the ICC notification for an arrest warrant to the former president for the crime of crime against …

Philippines: Duarte says ‘ready to face arrest’ as ICC mulls warrant over ‘war on drugs’ excesses
1 week, 4 days ago

Philippines: Duarte says ‘ready to face arrest’ as ICC mulls warrant over ‘war on drugs’ excesses

Firstpost  

The office of the current President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Monday no official communication had been received from Interpol yet, but indicated Duterte could be handed over Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte delivers a speech during the proclamation rally for his political party PDP-Laban's senatorial candidates ahead of the midterm elections, at Club Filipino in San Juan, Metro Manila, …

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte arrested over ICC warrant for crimes against humanity
1 week, 4 days ago

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte arrested over ICC warrant for crimes against humanity

CNN  

Manila, Philippines CNN — Former President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested by the Philippine government on Tuesday after it said it received an International Criminal Court warrant accusing him of crimes against humanity. Interpol’s Manila office had received “the official copy of the arrest warrant from the ICC” on Tuesday morning, according to a statement from the Presidential Communications Office. “Upon …

Philippine ex-President Duterte brushes off possible arrest by ICC on a trip to Hong Kong
Top News
1 week, 5 days ago

Philippine ex-President Duterte brushes off possible arrest by ICC on a trip to Hong Kong

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — An unannounced trip by former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to Hong Kong set off speculations on Sunday that he may be trying to evade a possible arrest warrant by the International Criminal Court over his bloody crackdown on drugs while in power. Duterte and his daughter and incumbent vice president were the main speakers in a campaign …

Philippine ex-President Duterte faces criminal complaint over ‘kill senators’ comment at rally
1 month ago

Philippine ex-President Duterte faces criminal complaint over ‘kill senators’ comment at rally

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is facing a criminal complaint Monday over comments he made during a campaign rally when he said 15 senators should be killed in a bombing to allow more vacant seats for his own party’s candidates to fill. The former president’s camp said his remarks were just a joke uttered to liven up …

How will Trump's sanctions affect the International Criminal Court?
1 month, 1 week ago

How will Trump's sanctions affect the International Criminal Court?

Firstpost  

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order sanctioning the International Criminal Court on January 6. File image/AP US President Donald Trump’s executive order imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court could jeopardise trials and investigations at the world’s only permanent global tribunal for war crimes and genocide. The order Trump signed on Thursday accuses the ICC of “illegitimate and …

What is the International Criminal Court and how will Trump’s sanctions impact it?
1 month, 1 week ago

What is the International Criminal Court and how will Trump’s sanctions impact it?

Associated Press  

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court could jeopardize trials and investigations at the world’s only permanent global tribunal for war crimes and genocide. The order Trump signed Thursday accuses the ICC of “illegitimate and baseless actions targeting America and our close ally Israel.” It cites the arrest warrant the …

Philippines to 'respond favourably' if ICC seeks Interpol arrest warrants over drugs crackdown
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Philippines to 'respond favourably' if ICC seeks Interpol arrest warrants over drugs crackdown

Hindustan Times  

By Mikhail Flores Philippines to 'respond favourably' if ICC seeks Interpol arrest warrants over drugs crackdown MANILA - The Philippines will respond favourably if Interpol is asked by the International Criminal Court to issue arrest warrants related to its probe into the former president's bloody "war on drugs", a top official said on Friday. Thousands of people were killed in …

Philippine VP Duterte 'mastermind' of assassination plot: justice department
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Philippine VP Duterte 'mastermind' of assassination plot: justice department

Raw Story  

The Philippines justice department on Monday labelled Vice President Sara Duterte the "mastermind" of a plot to assassinate the country's president, giving her five days to respond to a subpoena. "The government is taking action to protect our duly elected president," Justice Undersecretary Jesse Andres told reporters Monday. Duterte, who is facing potential impeachment hearings, told reporters early Saturday that …

Philippines says it will cooperate if ICC seeks Duterte’s custody over drug killings
4 months, 1 week ago

Philippines says it will cooperate if ICC seeks Duterte’s custody over drug killings

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine government said Wednesday its law enforcement agencies will be bound to cooperate if the International Criminal Court seeks the custody of former President Rodrigo Duterte as part of an investigation into thousands of deaths during his crackdown on illegal drugs. “If I’m found guilty, I can go to prison and rot there for all time.” …

Philippines says it will cooperate if ICC seeks Duterte's custody over drug killings
4 months, 1 week ago

Philippines says it will cooperate if ICC seeks Duterte's custody over drug killings

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Philippine government said Wednesday …

Duterte’s jarring testimony about drug killings in Philippines revives a nightmare for many
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Duterte’s jarring testimony about drug killings in Philippines revives a nightmare for many

LA Times  

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte testifies at a Senate investigation on the war on the drugs during his administration on Monday in Manila, the capital. The cockiness, expletives and threats unleashed by former President Rodrigo Duterte in a Senate inquiry brought back the nightmare of the bloody “war on drugs” for many families of the thousands of victims who were …

Leila de Lima: Philippine court clears fierce Duterte critic of drugs charges after long legal battle
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Leila de Lima: Philippine court clears fierce Duterte critic of drugs charges after long legal battle

CNN  

CNN — A Philippine court has dropped drugs charges against one of the most vocal critics of former President Rodrigo Duterte’s bloody “war on drugs,” ending a long legal battle that had seen the former senator held for more than six years in police custody. Human rights activists had long criticized De Lima’s prosecution and lengthy detention, pointing out that …

Philippine president vows to defend territory, announces amnesty for rebels in key speech
1 year, 7 months ago

Philippine president vows to defend territory, announces amnesty for rebels in key speech

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday underscored his administration’s resolve to defend the country’s territory through diplomacy in a key speech but did not mention China, with which it has had an escalating series of conflicts in the disputed South China Sea. The move, which Marcos said would boost the Philippines’ coastal defense, dovetails with the …

Thousands died in the Philippines’ ‘war on drugs.’ An international probe will now go ahead
1 year, 8 months ago

Thousands died in the Philippines’ ‘war on drugs.’ An international probe will now go ahead

Associated Press  

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Appeals judges at the International Criminal Court ruled Tuesday that an investigation into the Philippines’ deadly “war on drugs” can resume, rejecting Manila’s objections to the case going ahead at the global court. The Philippines launched its appeal after judges in January agreed with the court’s chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, that deferring the investigation to Manila …

ICC rejects attempt to block investigation on Duterte’s drug war
1 year, 8 months ago

ICC rejects attempt to block investigation on Duterte’s drug war

Al Jazeera  

The court’s probe into thousands of killings in ex-president’s ‘war on drugs’ will continue despite Philippines’ attempt to block it. The International Criminal Court has rejected an attempt by the Philippines to block an investigation into the thousands killed in the country during the former President Rodrigo Duterte’s “war on drugs”. In its pre-trial chamber, the ICC said that while …

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