Not even a president is above the law
This past week, the Filipino people witnessed a historic moment: the arrest of a former president—one feared and influential—by Philippine authorities for trial before an…
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China cautions ICC on ‘politicisation’ after ex-Philippine president Duterte’s arrest
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning made this immediate response hours after Duterte’s arrest at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Pasay City upon his return…
Philippine ex-President Duterte to face ICC pre-trial in The Hague on Friday, March 14
Mr. Duterte, 79, is accused of crimes against humanity, particularly murder, over his anti-drug campaign, which rights groups claim led to tens of thousands of deaths.
Chinese national who killed cat in Manila to be deported for overstaying
Immigration records showed that the 32-year-old Jiang Shan arrived in the Philippines as a tourist in May 2023 but failed to extend his visa after it expired in September that…
Where ex-Philippine president Duterte awaits trial: A look at the ICC detention center
A standard detention center cell is equipped with a single bed, a table, a chair, and storage cabinets for the detainee’s use. The facility also features a communal area, a gym,…
Most Filipinos struggle to spot fake news, says survey
“Fake news manipulates public opinion, distorts democratic choices, and enables corrupt forces to maintain power,” an official said. He also warned about foreign interference…
The last hurrah
In the end, Mr. Duterte decided not to flee or publicly seek asylum. It would have dissolved his political persona. Returning home and defiance behind bars allows what remains of…
Flight carrying ex-Philippine president Duterte to The Hague most tracked worldwide
As of 5:15 p.m. (PST), Wednesday, flightradar24.com said that the Gulfstream 6550 jet, with tail no. RPC2519, is being monitored by 10,001 trackers worldwide.
Philippine armed forces, police on alert after ex-President Duterte arrest, transfer to The Hague
Officials said on Wednesday that the security situation in the country remains stable.
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte accepts responsibility as ICC detains him
The ICC, based in The Hague, believes there are “reasonable grounds” to charge Mr. Duterte with murder as a crime against humanity, as an “indirect co-perpetrator” during…