Category : World Politics


ICC Hearings: Accused's Words Reveal State Policy of Killings

The International Criminal Court hearings presented chilling evidence that killings of suspected criminals were state policy, with the accused's own speeches providing damning proof. The trial implicates not just the accused but an entire nation that witn

ICC Prosecution: Substantial Grounds Met for Duterte Trial

ICC senior trial lawyer Julian Nicholls delivered the prosecution's closing statement, asserting sufficient evidence exists to proceed to a full trial against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity.

Ex-ICC Judge: Evidence Enough to Convict Duterte

Former ICC Judge Raul Pangalangan asserts that the prosecution's evidence presented on the first day of the hearing is strong enough to convict ex-President Rodrigo Duterte, with details including video clips and witness statements.

ICC Names Bato, Bong Go, Aguirre as Duterte Co-Perpetrators

The ICC prosecution team has formally identified Senator Ronald 'Bato' Dela Rosa, Senator Christopher 'Bong' Go, and former DOJ Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II as co-perpetrators in the controversial drug war under ex-President Rodrigo Duterte.

Guthrie Family Offers $1M Reward for Missing Mother

The Guthrie family has announced a $1 million reward for information leading to the whereabouts of Nancy Guthrie, 84, who vanished from her home on February 1. This is in addition to a separate $100,000 FBI reward.

ICC Presents New Evidence Against Duterte on Day 2

ICC Prosecutor Edward Jeremy presented additional evidence, including the 'double barrel' drug campaign plan and a 'PRRD list,' in the confirmation of charges hearing against former President Rodrigo Duterte, who was absent.

ICC Allows Duterte to Skip Personal Detention Hearing

The International Criminal Court has approved former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's request to waive his right to attend his annual detention hearing in person, scheduled for February 27 in The Hague.

129 Journalists Killed in 2025, Two-Thirds in Israel

The Committee to Protect Journalists reveals a record-high 129 journalists and media workers were killed on duty in 2025, with two-thirds of deaths occurring in Israel, marking the second consecutive year of rising fatalities.

ICC Prosecutors Present CCTV Footage in Duterte Case

ICC prosecutors opened their case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, presenting 2013 CCTV footage they claim shows his knowledge of killings in Davao City. The hearing will determine if there are grounds for trial on crimes against human

Duterte Lawyer Accuses Marcos of ICC Witness Scheme

Nicholas Kaufman, legal counsel for former President Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court, alleges the Marcos administration sought to 'neutralize' Duterte through witness manipulation in the drug war case.

ICC Confirmation Hearing for Duterte on Crimes Against Humanity

The International Criminal Court's Pre-Trial Chamber I has commenced the confirmation of charges hearing against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for alleged crimes against humanity during his anti-drug campaign, with prosecutors presenting evi

ICC Allows Duterte to Miss Hearing, He Denies Court's Authority

The International Criminal Court has approved former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's waiver to avoid attending his confirmation of charges hearing. Duterte, 80, rejects the ICC's jurisdiction and calls allegations of extrajudicial killings 'an outr

ICC Prosecutors Oppose Duterte's Request to Skip Hearing

International Criminal Court prosecutors have formally opposed former President Rodrigo Duterte's request to skip his confirmation of charges hearing, arguing his objections to the court's authority do not justify his absence from this critical legal proc

Duterte Refuses ICC Hearing, Claims Kidnapping

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte declines to attend ICC confirmation of charges for his drug war, alleging kidnapping and political motives while maintaining his innocence.

Duterte Waives ICC Hearing, Denies Court's Jurisdiction

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte formally submits a waiver to avoid attending the ICC confirmation of charges hearing, citing non-recognition of jurisdiction, health issues, and accusations against the current administration.

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