International Criminal Court

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is currently handling a case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity related to his administration's drug war, with no interim release granted despite recent requests. Duterte remains in custody at Scheveningen Prison in The Hague ahead of the confirmation of charges hearing scheduled for September 23, 2025.

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Last updated at August 2, 2025.

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Roque denies interfering in Duterte's ICC case

Former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque has denied allegations that he interfered with former President Rodrigo Duterte's crimes against humanity case at the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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SC lifts charges against Malampaya contractors, rules income taxes part of government share

The Supreme Court has lifted charges against private contractors of the Malampaya Natural Gas Project, ruling that the government's share includes the income taxes paid by the contractors.
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OPCV urges ICC to reject Duterte's postponement request

The Office of Public Counsel for Victims (OPCV) has urged the International Criminal Court (ICC) to reject Rodrigo Duterte's defense team request to postpone a decision on its jurisdictional challenge.
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Imee Marcos skips SONA to aid typhoon victims

Sen. Imee Marcos announced Monday that she will skip President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) to distribute typhoon relief following recent flooding.
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PNP chief criticizes Oplan Tokhang, condemns drug war rhetoric

Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III criticized the Duterte administration's anti-illegal drugs operation Oplan Tokhang, describing it as flawed and marred by misinformation.
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ICC confirms Duterte remains in custody at Scheveningen Prison

The International Criminal Court (ICC) confirmed Thursday that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte remains in its custody.
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Emong weakens, 25 die; Marcos visits evacuees, plans semi-permanent response

Typhoon Emong has weakened into a severe tropical storm and is about to exit Luzon's landmass after making landfall in Candon City, Ilocos Sur.
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Trump criticizes PH's past admin, praises Marcos Jr.

US President Donald Trump criticized the Philippines' former administration during a joint press conference with incumbent President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., saying that 'they didn't know what they are doing,' without specifying Rodrigo Duterte.
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House spox defends ICC case vs Duterte, calls VP claims baseless

The House of Representatives on Monday defended the International Criminal Court's case against former president Rodrigo Duterte, stating it is based on solid evidence and witness testimonies.
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No ICC warrant for Dela Rosa yet, but arrest possible via Interpol

On Sunday, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin clarified that there is currently no warrant of arrest issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for Senator 'Bato' de la Rosa.
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