Philippine prosecutors should go after other officials involved in the bloody war on drugs, now that former president Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest has set the precedence on how to hold those responsible accountable, a congresswoman said. Bataan 1st district Rep. Geraldine Roman says “local...
Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa finally broke his silence on Wednesday, March 12, saying he is ready to join former president Rodrigo Duterte at the Hague where he is to face trial for alleged crimes against humanity due to his administration’s controversial campaign against illegal drugs....
Vice President Sara Duterte changed the profile photo of her Facebook page into a red ribbon with the words “Bring PRRD Home” followed by former president Rodrigo Duterte’s signature fist sign. (Inday Sara Duterte/Facebook) This came as the former chief executive was arrested on...
Philippine financial markets could be upset following the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte, but this could only be a temporary risk, as foreign investments could bloat in the long run, according to an economic expert. The International Criminal Court (ICC) arrested ex-president Duterte...
Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa (Senate PRIB) Ranking House of Representatives members believe that it's only a matter of time before Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa gets his day at the International Criminal Court (ICC), after what happened to...
The Philippine government is compelled under its own law to turn over former president Rodrigo R. Duterte to the International Criminal Court (ICC), the Department of Justice (DOJ) said on Wednesday, March 12. DOJ Assistant Secretary Jose Dominic F. Clavano IV said the turnover of Duterte to the...
Former president Rodrigo Duterte could still face charges filed against him in the Philippines if he succeeds in defending himself over charges against humanity before the International Criminal Court (ICC). Former president Rodrigo Duterte (PPAB) Duterte's arrest does not mean he could no longer...
Former president Rodrigo Duterte (left), former senator Panfilo "Ping" Lacson (Facebook) Former senator Panfilo "Ping" Lacson has reminded the Marcos government of its obligation to assist former president Rodrigo Duterte with his predicament...
Malacañang said there were still no new notices of arrest warrants against other former enforcers of the bloody war on drugs under the Duterte administration. PCO Undersecretary Claire Castro (RTVM) "As of now, wala po kaming nare-receive na anumang information kung meron pa pong darating na...
Former President Rodrigo Duterte remains a candidate for Davao City mayor in the May 2025 National and Local Elections, according to Commission on Elections (Comelec) Commissioner Ernest Maceda. "He's still a candidate because the only way you stop being a candidate is if you withdraw," he said on...
Davao City 1st district Rep. Paolo Duterte (Facebook) The House of Representatives has granted a travel clearance request from Davao City 1st district Rep. Paolo Duterte, with the Netherlands being among the countries that he would be visiting in the...
​Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte was the latest individual to be handed over to the International Criminal Court (ICC), an international tribunal that investigates and tries individuals charged with the gravest crimes of concern to the international community. Duterte is charged...