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Philippine Senate Prepares for VP Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial

The Philippine Senate is preparing to convene as an impeachment court for the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, amidst political turmoil and calls from church leaders not to delay proceedings. Police are bracing for potential protests as the trial is set to begin.

17 May, 14:49 — 18 May, 10:52
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APVery High13h ago

Philippine vice president impeached by lawmakers over suspected wealth and threats - AP News

Philippine vice president impeached by lawmakers over suspected wealth and threats  AP News

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straits-timesMostly Factual4h ago

V-P Sara Duterte’s trial to open next phase of Philippine political turmoil - The Straits Times

V-P Sara Duterte’s trial to open next phase of Philippine political turmoil  The Straits Times

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japan-timesMostly Factual2h ago

Sara Duterte trial to open next phase of Philippine political turmoil

The political drama is rattling a country with a weak economy and may limit the ability of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to stem the bleeding.

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual1h ago

Philippines to convene court for Sara Duterte's impeachment amid political turmoil

Sara Duterte's impeachment trial could either kill off her 2028 presidential hopes, or strengthen her position as lead contender to succeed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

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RapplerMostly Factual20m ago

FACT CHECK: World Bank did not testify in House impeachment hearings vs VP Sara

The misleading video briefly mentions the World Bank’s growth forecast for the Philippines, but shows no proof that its officials supposedly participated in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment case

By Rappler.com

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inquirerMostly Factualjust now

Monday showdown: Will Cayetano stay as Senate chief?

MANILA, Philippines – The Senate is facing a critical question on Monday: Will there be another leadership change or will the chamber convene directly as an impeachment court that will try Vice President Sara Duterte? The uncertainty comes amid reports of an alleged ouster plot, which Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano himself raised last Thursday,

By postie

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philstarMostly Factual12h ago

Philippine, UNESCAP sign trust fund agreement for climate preparedness

The Philippine government formalized its contribution of $10,000 to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) trust fund for tsunami, disaster and climate preparedness for 2026, underscoring the Philippines’ steadfast commitment to climate action and disaster preparedness.

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