The International Criminal Court (ICC) Trial Chamber III has signaled that former president Rodrigo Duterte is expected to personally attend a Sept. 7 status conference in his crimes against humanity case, describing the hearing as a significant proceeding ahead of his trial later this year. During...
Vice President Sara Duterte has expressed her gratitude to her family’s supporters, particularly those in Mindanao, for continuing to stand by the Duterte family despite what she described as hardships and attacks against them. Speaking during the 60th Araw ng Nunungan celebration in Lanao del...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has adopted the rules that will govern the trial of former president Rodrigo Duterte, which is set to start on Nov. 30. In a 23-page decision dated June 19, Trial Chamber III issued its "Directions on the Conduct of Proceedings," laying down timelines and...
Former president Rodrigo Duterte will not attend the second status conference in his International Criminal Court (ICC) case next week after waiving his right to be present during the proceedings. In a statement, the ICC said Duterte would skip the June 23 hearing in The Hague, Netherlands, after...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ordered a fresh medical examination of former president Rodrigo Duterte to determine whether he is fit to stand trial in connection with crimes against humanity charges linked to his anti-drug campaign, while keeping the start of trial on Nov. 30, 2026. In...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has granted former president Rodrigo Duterte 's request to relax certain communication restrictions imposed on him, allowing him to have contact with a redacted individual while keeping broader restrictions in place. In a seven-page decision dated June...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is offering interpreter positions carrying salaries of up to about P5.1 million a year as it continues preparations for the trial of former president Rodrigo Duterte on charges of crimes against humanity. Based on a vacancy announcement published by the ICC...
Malacañang labeled the statement of Vice President Sara Duterte as "alarming" as it attempts to clear the names of individuals linked to corruption. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said the Vice President is making it appear that they are all merely victims of...
DAVAO CITY — Davao City first district Rep. Paolo Duterte and Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II paid tribute to Vice President Sara Duterte 's leadership, resilience, and dedication to public service during her 48th birth anniversary on Sunday, May 31. In a message posted on his...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has scheduled the opening of former president Rodrigo Duterte’s trial for Nov. 30, 2026, following a status conference held on May 27, in The Hague. In a statement, ICC Trial Chamber III said the date was set after considering submissions from the...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has allowed former president Rodrigo Duterte to skip the first status conference in his case later this month after his defense team informed the tribunal that he wished to waive his right to appear. In a seven-page order dated May 22, ICC Trial Chamber III...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has denied former president Rodrigo Duterte’s latest bid for release, ruling that he should remain detained as judges cited increased risks of flight and obstruction of justice following the confirmation of charges against him. In an eight-page decision...
