Lawmakers in the Philippines have formally received notice for the House of Representatives Committee on Justice's hearing on impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte.

Former president Rodrigo Duterte’s defense lawyer Nicholas Kaufman on Friday, February 27, attempted to cast doubt on the prosecution’s claim that children were among those killed in the cases brought before the International Criminal Court — despite directly name-dropping Kian delos Santos.

On the last day of the hearings, former president Rodrigo Duterte's lead defense counsel Nicholas Kaufman says being dubbed as a high-value target does not make one a target of killings

In a small, ramshackle home in Payatas, a girl named Jennifer sits on a blue couch that still bears the mark of a bullet. It was there, in December 2016, that she clung to her father, Benigno, as police officers barged in. Despite his desperate pleas for mercy—“Sir, if I committed a crime, please have

The head of one of the administration parties in the House of Representatives clarified an earlier statement, indicating that its members would 'most likely not vote in favor' of new impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte due to lack of merit.

Three hours. One central claim.

At this stage, it's still a lower standard of 'substantial grounds to believe' to move to trial

The camp of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte argues that the International Criminal Court lacks grounds to proceed with a trial regarding his administration's drug war.

Nicholas Kaufman, counsel for Rodrigo Duterte, asserted that the detained former Philippine president cannot be held legally liable as a co-perpetrator in drug war killings due to a lack of a 'common plan'.

The photo was taken in Davao in 1997, and presented during the ICC prosecution's submission of merits to illustrate Duterte's 'tough guy' persona

The NUP says it will 'most likely not vote in favor' of Sara Duterte's impeachment 'unless compelling new evidence emerges'

MANILA, Philippines — A prayer march began Wednesday morning at the Edsa Shrine as part of the commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the 1986 People Power Revolution. Participants first gathered at

ICC prosecutors have revealed details regarding insider witnesses in the ongoing investigation into the Philippines' 'drug war,' with headlines also mentioning Duterte at the ICC and EDSA 40.

The prosecution gives away significant details of the quality of their insider witnesses

Human rights lawyer Neri Colmenares says Kaufman’s entire statement is not legal but political, which ‘feeds the narrative of Duterte supporters…’

Rather than laying down a clear defense, Nicholas Kaufman, former president Rodrigo Duterte's counsel, spent much of his first 30 minutes before the International Criminal Court criticizing statements

​ICC prosecution highlights Philippine ex-President Duterte’s ‘Kill List’ on Day 2 of hearing​  phnompenhpost.com

International Criminal Court prosecutors argued that former Philippine President Duterte's speeches, data, and internal orders demonstrate a widespread, systematic state attack.

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Tuesday warned Atty. Silvestre Bello III that he can face disbarment if he knew that former President Rodrigo Duterte had killed a child and Bello had tolerated the commission of the crime. Former Justice Secretary Bello is one of the legal counsels of former President Rodrigo Duterte.

MANILA, Philippines–Former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV on Tuesday denied allegations that he received $2 million–or any amount of money–from former Rep. Elizaldy Co in connection with the investigation of the International Criminal Court (ICC) into the crimes against humanity of former President Rodrigo Duterte. Trillanes also vowed to file cyberlibel charges against several personalities who

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte personally drew up “death lists” and boasted about murders committed during his war on drugs, an International Criminal Court prosecutor alleged on Tuesday at a crimes against humanity hearing. On day two of proceedings against Duterte, ICC prosecutor Edward Jeremy laid out searing testimony, including allegations that children had their heads wrapped in packing tape and were strangled to death. “As president, Duterte publicly named persons he alleg...

ICC prosecutors presented an alleged target list they say drove killings under Duterte's drug war.

Families of drug war victims in Cebu still receive death threats online as former president Rodrigo Duterte faces his crimes against humanity case at the International Criminal Court

Philippines' Duterte 'in control' of war on drugs, prosecutors tell ICC  Nikkei Asia

A pre-trial hearing has commenced at the International Criminal Court (ICC) for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who is accused of crimes against humanity. Prosecutors argue Duterte played a crucial role in the alleged crimes.

MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V has advice for Vice President Sara Duterte, now that she has announced her intention to seek the presidency. “Don’t run away if you want to run.” “Maybe, as I said, she’s in a different light, you put her in a category where she is

The House of Representatives has formally initiated the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, after the four verified complaints against her were forwarded yesterday to the committee on justice for proper deliberation.

MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima confirmed that the four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte will be sent to the House of Representatives’ committee on justice when the chamber resumes its session on Monday. De Lima, in an ambush interview after members of the House committee on rules met for

MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V has countered Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco’s claims that he was merely directed to endorse impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, saying that he made this decision out of his own volition. Ortega, in an ambush interview on Monday at the Batasang Pambansa complex said

Nicolas Torre III says he has no regrets over Duterte’s arrest as ICC hearings begin.

Tune in at 4:30 pm on February 23, 24, 26, and 27 for insights, context, and updates

A preliminary examination has begun at the International Criminal Court (ICC) against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, making him the first former head of state to face charges for crimes against humanity.

More than 500 victims have been granted participation rights as judges assess whether there are substantial grounds to proceed to trial.

Members of the Duterte family will not be allowed to visit the former president during confirmation of charges hearings at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands.

The Philippines is preparing for potential protests as former President Duterte faces hearings at the International Criminal Court.

In a statement on Sunday, February 22, the former president’s family said telephone calls will still be available for him amid the trial.

Vice President Sara Duterte’s announcement of her presidential bid in 2028 was not only too early in the game, as many of her critics saw it. For one political observer, “it leaves a bad taste in the mouth.” “I once worked with her (Duterte), but this time around, I think it isn’t OA (overacting) to

Rappler is providing special coverage of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte's pre-trial proceedings at the International Criminal Court in The Hague.

Former Philippine President Duterte was absent from a historic pre-trial at the ICC, with judges granting his waiver despite calling his stated reasons 'speculative' and 'irrelevant'.

Our economy, damaged enough as it is, won’t survive Duterte 2.0

Police Colonel Hector Grijaldo is facing allegations of using police officers as construction workers, which he denies as 'categorically untrue'.

There are no reports of Duterte supposedly in critical condition. The former president has, however, asked to skip his ICC pre-trial citing old age and poor health.

Former Philippine President Duterte has requested the International Criminal Court to forgo a pre-trial, stating he is old, tired, and frail.

There's now greater pressure or incentive for the opposition to close ranks. Easier said than done.

Today’s headlines: Rodrigo Duterte, Bong Revilla, Alex Eala

ICC prosecutors have identified two Philippine senators as 'co-perpetrators' in former President Duterte's drug war crimes, while Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio faces new impeachment complaints.

MANILA, Philippines — Palace press officer and Undersecretary Claire Castro has agreed again with Vice President Sara Duterte — this time, that it may have been better if the latter refrained from running for the country’s second-highest elective post. In a press briefing on Friday, Castro was asked about Duterte’s reflection during a speech in Davao

A human rights lawyer and co-chairperson of the Philippine Coalition for the International Criminal Court claims that official government sources under the Duterte administration have been 'polluted'.

Former president Rodrigo Duterte’s defense lawyer Nicholas Kaufman has challenged the International Criminal Court prosecution to investigate what he described as the "sky-high" rate of killings under the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

Duterte’s confirmation of charges hearings run from February 23 to 27. After that, the ICC judges have 60 days to decide whether there is enough evidence to proceed to a full trial.

While courts ultimately decide on legal standards, careful statistical analysis can illuminate patterns of responsibility, and help ensure that justice, if it comes, rests on evidence rather than rhetoric or 'political demagoguery'

TANDAG, SURIGAO DEL SUR – Vice President Sara Duterte visited the towns of Lanuza and Cortes, and Tandag City in Surigao del Sur province on Tuesday, February 24, to distribute relief assistance to families affected by Tropical Storm Basyang. The relief distribution, conducted by the Office of the Vice President (OVP), provided essential supplies to

MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Ronaldo Puno has clarified that the National Unity Party (NUP), which he heads, will vote accordingly in the impeachment of Vice President

Vice President Sara Duterte said that “to stand firm in the face of threats, harassment” is the true spirit of EDSA people power following the commemoration of its 40th anniversary last Wednesday.

Nicholas Kaufman, lawyer for former Philippine President Duterte, informed the International Criminal Court (ICC) that 'neutralization' in police manuals refers to arrest, not killing, in the context of police operations.

Lawyer Ross Tugade breaks down the arguments of Rodrigo Duterte’s lead counsel Nicholas Kaufman during the third day of the ICC pre-trial hearings

Rappler senior investigative reporter Lian Buan says lead defense counsel Nicholas Kauffman focused on the contextual elements of the alleged crimes and the prosecution's claim regarding Rodrigo Duterte's mode of criminal liability

The National Unity Party, which holds the second-largest bloc in the House of Representatives, said it will "most likely" vote against impeaching Duterte "unless new evidence emerges."

More than two dozen pro-Duterte Facebook pages spread a doctored photo of drug war victims' kin carrying designer handbags with near-identical captions in just half a day — timed with the halfway mark of the International Criminal Court's confirmation of charges hearing for former president Rodrigo Duterte.

Families of victims of the Duterte administration’s deadly campaign against illegal drugs were among those who participated in yesterday’s commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the EDSA people power revolution.

MANILA, Philippines — For the first time in years, Malacañang has agreed with a statement of Vice President Sara Duterte. According to Palace press officer Claire Castro, Duterte was right in claiming

The impeachment case hearing against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is scheduled to commence on Monday.

The families left behind by the victims of the drug war echoed the point made by the International Criminal Court prosecution: former president Rodrigo Duterte’s words were lethal.

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte will be given a chance to respond to the impeachment complaints against her, but it will be her prerogative whether to appear at the House of Representatives, Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro said on Tuesday. The House committee on justice chaired by Luistro is set to deliberate on the

The victims’ legal representatives at the ICC confirmation of charges hearing for ex-president Rodrigo Duterte describe the trauma and stigma suffered by already marginalized families after a loved one’s killing

The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor has claimed that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte compiled 'death lists' during his tenure.

Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court (ICC) state that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte caused the deaths of thousands in his 'war on drugs,' with a decision on charges for crimes against humanity expected in the coming months.

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Tuesday dismissed claims made by Harry Roque that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. supposedly wants to reconcile with Vice President Sara Duterte. In a Viber message to reporters, Castro described Roque’s statements as fabricated. READ: Marcos to see if Feb. 25 can be declared non-working holiday each

The decision issued by the ICC granted Duterte’s request to skip his confirmation of charges hearing, not his release from detention

On day one, the ICC prosecution submitted evidence and witness accounts tying former president Rodrigo Duterte to the Davao Death Squad and killings during his tenure.

It comes as a surprise even to Duterte's group that jurisdiction was not hammered home in the defense's opening statement

Because it's Valentine's weekend, the loiterers will temporarily stop discussing annoying topics — like, what is VP Sara Duterte doing, just loitering or slacking off, but being paid by us taxpayers.

The former Filipino President is accused of involvement in at least 76 murders, but ICC prosecutors say his 'war on drugs' resulted in the death of thousands.

Former president Rodrigo Duterte’s speeches threatening to kill drug peddlers and users did not have “lethal intent” but were meant only to “instill fear in the hearts” of criminals, his lawyer Nicola

Duterte's lead counsel told ICC judges his violent rhetoric was hyperbole and accused Marcos of targeting him politically.

Victims' lawyer told ICC judges Duterte could return stronger if charges are not confirmed.

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Sen. Paolo Benigno ‘Bam’ Aquino IV has firmly shut down speculations of a 2028 vice-presidential run alongside embattled Vice President Sara Duterte, stating that the government must prioritize the country’s urgent educational and economic crises over premature politicking. Rumors of a potential tandem between Duterte and Aquino began circulating after

The House of Representatives referred the four impeachment complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte to the Committee on Justice on Monday, February 23.

Supporters of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte rallied in The Hague as the International Criminal Court considers evidence against him regarding his war on drugs.

The Netherlands sees a new cabinet sworn in by the King, while an introductory session for the International Criminal Court's case against Duterte is held. An activist also faces trial in Groningen.

Hearings are set to begin in the International Criminal Court (ICC) case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, focusing on alleged human rights abuses during his tenure.

He may not be present in person or even virtually, but everything that will be discussed inside Courtroom 1 of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague this week will be all about former president Rodrigo Duterte.

No family visits allowed for ex Philippine president Duterte during ICC hearings  khaleejtimes.com

The family of former Philippine President Duterte stated that no visitations have been approved for him during his International Criminal Court trial, though telephone calls remain available.

While other majority members cash doubt on securing the threshold, Rep. Benny Abante argued there is "more than enough."

Decisions and pleadings fly through the dockets of the ICC on Friday, February 20, before the court closes for the weekend

The International Criminal Court has granted former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte permission to skip hearings.

A fact check reveals an image showing Vice President Sara Duterte topping a presidential survey with 60% support is AI-generated and bears the Google Gemini logo.

Rodrigo Duterte, Sara Duterte, Alex Eala | The wRap

Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks with political scientist Aries Arugay to examine the legacy of the movement that toppled the Marcos dictatorship

Today’s headlines: Sara Duterte, Risa Hontiveros, Alex Eala

The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to publicly name two sitting Philippine senators as alleged “co-perpetrators” in Rodrigo Duterte’s crimes against humanity case has shifted the spotlight to Manila, sharpening both the former president’s legal exposure and the country’s already fraught political fault lines. A more detailed version of prosecution filings posted on the ICC website on Friday identified Senators Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa and Christopher “Bong” Go among eight officials...

They connect the death of a 12-year-old girl in Toledo City, Cebu, to drug use — despite the lack of verified information from authorities

The second half of the hearing is expected to focus on the last submission of merits from the defense team and closing statements from the parties, including the prosecution and the victims'…

​Fact check: Claim that ICC counted only 78 Duterte drug war deaths is false​  phnompenhpost.com

Kaufman, during the defense presentation on February 26 (Manila time), labeled the prosecution’s star witnesses as “self-confessed vicious murderers” whose testimony is “inherently unreliable”.

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Thursday hailed the 18 former Marines who acted as alleged bagmen of resigned Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy Co, and said that this only “proved” initial information that the government had been coordinating with the International Criminal Court (ICC). The vice president also said that the revelations by

Nicholas Kaufman asks judges not to give weight to the witnesses as he questions their limited immunity

In the absence of “new evidence,” the second biggest political party in the House of Representatives will not vote in favor of the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Rappler summarizes the third day of pre-trial hearings at the International Criminal Court concerning former President Duterte's drug war.

Detained former president Rodrigo Duterte’s defense counsel, Nicholas Kaufman, argued that the prosecution has mischaracterized the "war on drugs," insisting that Duterte’s instructions to law enforcement were rooted in “exaltation of the principle of lawful use of self-defense.”

'Rodrigo Duterte's lead counsel Kaufman accuses the prosecution of cherry-picking Duterte quotes to present his murderous intent, while he himself cherry-picks quotes from Duterte speeches'

What happens next after Duterte's confirmation of charges?

MANILA, Philippines — The National Unity Party (NUP) has admitted leaning towards not voting for the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, as they supposedly have not seen any new evidence presented in the four complaints filed against the country’s second-highest official. In a statement late Wednesday night, NUP said that they have taken note of

Vice President Sara Duterte stated that her family no longer expects former president Rodrigo Duterte to return to the Philippines from The Hague, where he is detained awaiting trial by the International Criminal Court.

A bill has been filed in the House of Representatives seeking to declare the Edsa People Power Revolution anniversary a regular nonworking holiday nationwide.

Duterte's case is currently at the pre-trial stage. The confirmation of charges hearing, taking place over four days, began on February 23 and is set to resume on Thursday, February 26.

In an interview with ANC on Wednesday, February 25, Carpio said the primary obstacle to domestic prosecution is the disappearance of crucial documentation.

After two days of what lawyers say was an "airtight" and "clinical" presentation by the prosecution at the International Criminal Court, former president Rodrigo Duterte's defense team must now do what it did not do during its opening speech on day one: answer the evidence.

An ICC prosecutor claims that former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte created 'death lists' and openly boasted about murders, with judges set to weigh charges.

MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte have been formally initiated on Monday as the House of Representatives’ committee on rules sent the four complaints to the committee on justice. The complaints were officially included in the Order of Business of Monday’s plenary session, as its presiding officer, Deputy Speaker Ferjenel

MANILA, Philippines—As the confirmation of charges hearing against former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte got underway before Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague,

The House committee on justice will begin deliberations on the four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte on March 2, 3 and 4.

The International Criminal Court prosecution continued to establish its case against former president Rodrigo Duterte, reiterating a point made by activists and victims: the war on drugs was a war on

Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said the DILG is gathering information on the seven co-perpetrators named in Duterte’s ICC crimes against humanity case, even though no arrest warrants have been issued yet.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is facing trial for alleged crimes against humanity, bringing scrutiny to his past policies and actions.

Judges will determine whether there are substantial grounds to proceed to trial on crimes against humanity charges.

The defense counsel accused Duterte critics of "demagoguery," then speech turned political.

During hearings, the International Criminal Court (ICC) was informed that former Philippine President Duterte authorized murders.

The International Criminal Court has been told that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was at the 'very heart' of murderous drug crackdowns, selecting targets and promising immunity for death squad members.

MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte have been formally initiated as the House of Representatives’ committee on rules on Monday sent the four raps to the committee on justice. During the plenary session on Monday, the four impeachment complaints were officially included in the Order of Business.  Thereafter, Deputy Speaker Ferjenel

The International Criminal Court is assessing whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed with a full trial against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for his bloody war on drugs.

Rodrigo Duterte is accused of crimes against humanity for allegedly authorizing dozens of murders during his so-called war on drugs.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has begun proceedings to determine the culpability of the Philippines' former president, Rodrigo Duterte.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is holding a confirmation of charges hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, where judges will determine if there are substantial grounds to proceed to trial on crimes against humanity charges.

Manila 6th District Representative Bienvenido Abante Jr. remains in his post and recently endorsed the fourth impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte

The International Criminal Court is preparing to commence hearings against former Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte, whose case remains a polarizing issue in the country.

The four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte are expected to be referred to the House of Representatives’ committee on justice anytime this week, following their transmittal to the office of Speaker Faustino Dy III.

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte said she has already recruited someone as running mate for her 2028 presidential bid as early as last year. Duterte, however, refused to identify the personality, pending the person’s decision. “I’ve already recruited someone,” Duterte said in Filipino during a Sonshine Media Network Incorporated interview aired on Saturday.

A compilation of international news includes Merz's visit to China, charges against Duterte, and India's GDP figures.

While other majority members cash doubt on securing the threshold, Rep. Benny Abante argued there is "more than enough."

Mary Ann Pajo watched quietly as cemetery workers opened her son’s tomb in Manila this week and removed his body for examination by a forensic pathologist. Accused of dealing drugs, 30-year-old Joewarski Pajo was shot dead while playing a game on his phone, one of thousands of extrajudicial killings alleged to have taken place under former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte. A hearing begins at the International Criminal Court on Monday that will determine whether Duterte will stand trial over...

Duterte remains at the ICC detention center, awaiting pre-trial; the appeals chamber denied his appeal for an interim release in November 2025

From being Duterte's acting Cabinet secretary, Matibag is now Marcos' NBI director

Lack of accountability and justice and Duterte's influence are among the reasons why an ICC trial is more appropriate for the EJK cases

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has announced she will run for president in 2028.

An Ask Me Anything session will be held with ICC spokesperson Oriane Maillet to address questions regarding ex-president Rodrigo Duterte's International Criminal Court hearings.

An analysis delves into the patterns of political cronyism and power dynamics under former President Duterte's 'Davao Boys' and current President Marcos Jr.'s 'Ilocano cronies' in the Philippines.