Extrajudicial Killings

Also known as EJK

Extrajudicial killings in the Philippines have been a significant human rights issue, particularly during Rodrigo Duterte's presidency. Human rights lawyer Neri Colmenares has refuted Vice President Sara Duterte's claim that 43 cases are insufficient to establish crimes against humanity, emphasizing the systematic nature of attacks over six years. Various groups and lawmakers continue to push for justice and accountability for victims and their families.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

Recent stories about EJK

ICC prosecutor likely to find evidence for Duterte drug war crimes

A crimes against humanity expert expressed confidence that the policy element will not pose a significant challenge for prosecutors in the confirmation of charges hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
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Palace spox warns Duterte’s lawyer of EJK challenges

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro commented on lawyer Nicholas Kaufman's defense of former President Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC), noting potential challenges due to Duterte’s admission of killings.
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Sara thanks Marcos sarcastically for dad's detention

Vice President Sara Duterte thanked President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., 'ironically,' for mending her relationship with her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, who is detained at Scheveningen Prison in The Hague over alleged crimes against humanity.
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Rep Acidre says 43 EJK cases enough to convict Duterte

Tingog Party-list Representative Jude Acidre asserts that the 43 extrajudicial killings (EJKs) identified by ICC prosecutors are sufficient to represent thousands of cases in Duterte's drug war.
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Duterte allies challenge ICC arrest legality during Senate hearing

Allies of former President Rodrigo Duterte questioned the validity and legality of his arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC) during a Senate hearing, raising concerns over procedural issues and jurisdiction.
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Palace: No loyalty checks needed after Duterte’s ICC surrender

Malacañang stated that no loyalty checks are necessary among police and military personnel regarding President Marcos's confidence in their support following former president Rodrigo Duterte’s surrender to the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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House leaders urge focus on drug war victims, not Duterte's arrest

House Assistant Majority Leader Jude Acidre urged the public to focus on drug war victims like Kian Delos Santos, Carlo Angelo Arnaiz, and Renato 'Kulot' De Guzman rather than former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest.
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SC denies TRO on Duterte's arrest, allows ICC cooperation

The Supreme Court (SC) did not issue a temporary restraining order (TRO) regarding former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest and refused to prohibit government cooperation with the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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DOJ reaffirms Philippines' Interpol membership, continues EJK probe

The Department of Justice (DOJ) reaffirmed Thursday that the Philippines remains a member of Interpol despite withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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Leila De Lima calls for Duterte's legal accountability

Former Senator Leila De Lima, a vocal critic of former President Rodrigo Duterte's administration, emphasized that his arrest for crimes against humanity was about justice for victims of extrajudicial killings.
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