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A protester holds a cut-out of Rodrigo Duterte during a demonstration in his support outside the International Criminal Court in The Hague on Monday. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

ICC prosecutor says Duterte bragged about drug war as ‘bodies piled up’

Edward Jeremy alleged that the ex-president drew up ‘death lists’ and children were strangled with wire and ‘sold’ to funeral homes.

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Rodrigo Duterte

Video | From drug tsar to ICC detainee: the rise and fall of Rodrigo Duterte

The Philippines

Duterte was ‘pivotal’ in murder of thousands, ICC prosecutors say

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US-China trade war

Open Questions | Abraham Newman on ‘weaponised interdependence’ in ‘neo‑royalist’ Trump era

American political scientist on how ‘interdependence’ can be exploited as part of the rivalry between major powers.

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France

France to summon US ambassador over comments on activist killing

France’s foreign minister reacts to a US statement about the death of Quentin Deranque, rejecting ‘instrumentalisation of this tragedy’.

The Philippines

Families of Philippine drug war victims seek ICC justice as Duterte trial looms

A hearing that begins in The Hague on Monday will determine whether the ex-president will stand trial over at least 76 of those deaths.

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The Philippines

ICC naming of Duterte’s allies sharpens Philippines’ political fault lines

Senators Ronald dela Rosa and Christopher Go named as alleged ‘co-perpetrators’ in the former president’s crimes against humanity case.

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Philippines’ Rodrigo Duterte (left) listening to Ronald Dela Rosa, then director general of the Philippine National Police, during a press conference at the Malacanang palace in Manila in 2017. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Philippine senators Go, Dela Rosa helped Duterte wage drug war: ICC prosecutors

The two sitting senators are among eight officials linked to the ex-president’s crimes against humanity charges, an ICC document says.

The Philippines

Too popular to impeach? Philippine efforts to unseat Duterte-Carpio face snags

There is some uncertainty over whether President Marcos’ allies would be able to make up the numbers to support the complaints.

Libya

Son of Libya’s late ruler Gaddafi killed by gunmen who stormed home

Four masked men ‘executed’ Saif al-Islam Gaddafi at his residence in the western Libyan city of Zitan.

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi in 2021, registering to run in presidential elections. Photo: EPA
The Philippines

Opinion | Marcos health problems call to mind past Philippine leaders’ woes

Marcos has admitted he suffers from diverticulitis, as he battles problems including impeachment complaints and public anger over corruption.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr at the Apec summit in South Korea last year. Marcos last appeared on January 22 in a video clip saying he was suffering from diverticulitis. Photo: AP
The Philippines

Duterte vs ICC: judges reject ‘unfit’ plea, set date for drug war case

The 80-year-old faces a February hearing on crimes against humanity after the court rejected defence arguments that he was unfit to take part.

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Asean

Opinion | Why US ops in Venezuela have shaken Asia-Pacific’s middle powers

Middle powers fear a return to ‘rules of the jungle’ geopolitics as rival powers carve out spheres of influence.

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Russia

Putin signs law allowing Russia to ignore foreign court rulings on Ukraine

Under the changes, Moscow can ignore international judgments on Ukraine, shielding officials from ICC warrants and war crime tribunals.

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin chairs a Security Council meeting via videolink in Moscow on December 26. Photo: Sputnik/AFP
Italy

Italy arrests 9 suspected of funding Hamas via charities

Among those arrested was the president of the Palestinian Association in Italy, who reportedly funnelled funds to Hamas’ military wing.

Police officers inspect a charity for Palestinian civilians in Milan on Saturday. Photo: LaPresse/AP
Myanmar

Stay or go? Rohingya see no way out of predicament as Myanmar heads to poll

Myanmar’s phased election, set to start on Sunday, is likely to be steered by the same leaders responsible for driving the Rohingya out.

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The Philippines

Philippine court upholds murder verdict in Duterte’s drug war case

While the ruling has been hailed as a win for human rights, it may not have much impact on Duterte’s ICC case, legal analysts say.

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The Philippines

New corruption complaint against Philippine VP Duterte heightens political drama

The filing comes as a corruption crisis grows, setting up a tough legal fight that could threaten Duterte’s potential 2028 presidential bid.

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Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte delivers a speech at the 90th anniversary celebration of the vice-president’s office in Manila last month. Photo: AP
Israel-Gaza war

Trump UN envoy, EU chief in Jordan to discuss Gaza aid as Israel eyes next phase

Diplomatic visits to Jordan came as Israeli PM Netanyahu says the second phase of the US-sponsored ceasefire could begin soon.

The Philippines

Did Philippine VP Sara Duterte’s jailbreak ‘joke’ keep her dad in ICC detention?

Observers said the ruling may energise loyalists but is unlikely to sway undecided voters or ease the rivalry shaping Philippine politics.

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The Philippines

‘Test the waters’: rumoured ICC plan to arrest Duterte ally grips Philippines

The ombudsman’s revelation of an arrest warrant may be a calculated risk to test the waters on possible reactions, analysts say.

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Ronald Dela Rosa (right) whispers in Rodrigo Duterte’s ear during a press conference at the Malacanang palace in Manila on January 30, 2017. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Philippine ombudsman claims Duterte’s drugs war ally Dela Rosa’s arrest imminent

Ombudsman Remulla says the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for the Philippine senator, but the court has denied the claim.

Philippine Senator Ronald Dela Rosa takes a selfie with Rodrigo Duterte’s supporters in Davao City on March 28. Photo: Reuters
Sudan

US seeks truce in Sudan as ICC probes possible war crimes in El-Fasher

There have been reports of mass killings, sexual violence, looting and abductions in a city overrun by Rapid Support Forces militia.

The Philippines

Duterte demands release from ICC, citing unlawful detention

Duterte’s lawyers are challenging The Hague’s jurisdiction and claim the 80-year-old is unfit for trial.

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The Philippines

Philippine survey shows ‘growing demand for justice’ against Duterte

The survey results and the ICC investigation are ‘mutually reinforcing’ as they amplify accountability for the drug war deaths, analysts say.

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte attends the House Quad Committee hearing investigating his administration’s war on drugs, at the House of Representatives, in Quezon City, the Philippines, in November 2024. Photo: Reuters
Israel-Gaza war

‘Nothing left’: Palestinians return to rubble in Gaza as truce takes effect

Israeli military confirmed the start of the ceasefire on Friday, and the remaining 48 hostages are to be released by Monday.

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Palestinians make their way towards Gaza City from Nuseirat in the central Gaza Strip on Friday. Photo: AFP
Ukraine war

Melania Trump says she secured return of Ukrainian children via Putin talks

The US first lady says she was in communication with the Russian leader after his Alaska summit with her husband.

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The Philippines

ICC denies release to Philippines’ Duterte amid flight risk concerns

Judges ruled Duterte should remain in ICC custody due to flight risk and witness influence fears, despite his health claims.

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