Category : World Politics


ICC Tags Senators as Duterte Co-Perpetrators in Drug War

The International Criminal Court has identified Senators Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa and Christopher 'Bong' Go, along with six others, as co-perpetrators with former President Rodrigo Duterte in alleged crimes against humanity during the Philippine drug war.

ICC Rejects Duterte's Appeal on Fitness for Trial

The International Criminal Court has rejected former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's appeal against a ruling deeming him fit to stand trial for crimes against humanity related to his anti-drug campaign.

MILF Basilan Reveals 2026 Priority Programs in Assembly

The Moro Islamic Liberation Front in Basilan province has announced five key priorities for 2026, including parliamentary elections and normalization, during a large assembly attended by over 4,000 members and leaders.

Rubio Visits Hungary, Slovakia After Trump Backs Orban

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Hungary and Slovakia next week, following President Trump's endorsement of Hungarian leader Viktor Orban ahead of April elections. The trip aims to strengthen bilateral ties and regional interests.

Maxwell Invokes Fifth Amendment, Seeks Trump Clemency Deal

Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted in the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking case, refused to answer US lawmakers' questions, invoking her Fifth Amendment right. Her lawyer stated she would cooperate if granted clemency by former President Donald Trump, as new doc

ICC Allows Duterte Camp and Prosecution to Add Evidence

The International Criminal Court has authorized both former President Rodrigo Duterte's defense team and the prosecution to submit additional evidence ahead of the confirmation of charges hearing scheduled for late January.

Trump, Netanyahu Hold 3-Hour Summit on Gaza, Iran

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met for over three hours at the White House, focusing on Gaza ceasefire deals and Iran's nuclear plans ahead of US-Iran talks.

Basilan Ferry Death Toll Hits 52, Government Files Cases

The Philippine government has initiated administrative proceedings against Aleson Shipping Lines and maritime regulators following the sinking of MV Trisha Kerstin 3, which has now claimed 52 lives. Authorities are investigating overloading and safety vio

Spy Novels to GZero World: Fiction Meets Reality

A personal reflection on how childhood immersion in espionage literature shaped understanding of current global shifts, particularly the emerging GZero World order where no single hegemon dominates international affairs.

ICC Sets Timeline for Duterte's Detention Appeal

The ICC Appeals Chamber has established a procedural schedule for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's appeal regarding his continued detention, with written submissions due in February 2026.

ICC Rejects Duterte Health Plea, Sets Feb 2026 Hearing

The ICC's Pre-Trial Chamber I has denied former President Rodrigo Duterte's request for an indefinite adjournment, allowing the confirmation of charges hearing to proceed on February 23, 2026, over alleged crimes against humanity.

ICC Rules Duterte Fit for Pre-Trial Proceedings

The International Criminal Court has ruled former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte medically fit to participate in pre-trial proceedings, scheduling a critical confirmation of charges hearing for February 23, 2026.

Greenland Open to US Talks, Defends Sovereignty

Greenland's government expresses readiness for discussions with the United States but firmly rejects any compromise on its national sovereignty, as Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen responds to US President Donald Trump's statements.

UAE to Host Trilateral Talks on Ukraine War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces trilateral talks between Russia, the US, and Ukraine in the UAE, following discussions with US President Donald Trump in Davos.

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