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Drug War

The drug war under former President Rodrigo Duterte involved widespread extrajudicial killings, with Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa playing a central role as the architect of the anti-drug campaign. The issue has drawn international attention, with the ICC investigating potential crimes against humanity, and calls for a truth and reconciliation commission to address the aftermath. Philippine authorities remain divided on how to handle ICC-related legal actions involving key figures from the Duterte administration.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Sat, December 20, 2025 at 2:32 PM

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Sat, December 27, 2025 at 2:02 PM

House to hold memorial service for late Rep. Romeo Acop

The House of Representatives will hold a memorial service on December 29, 2025, at the Plenary Hall for the late Antipolo City 2nd District Representative Romeo Acop.

Sun, December 21, 2025 at 1:37 PM

Rep Acop dies of heart attack at 78

Antipolo City 2nd District Representative Romeo Acop, 78, passed away on Saturday night, December 20, due to a heart attack.

Fri, December 19, 2025 at 12:06 PM

ICC prosecutors urge resumption of trial vs Duterte, citing medical experts' findings

ICC prosecutors and the Office of Public Counsel for Victims (OPCV) are urging the ICC to resume proceedings against former President Rodrigo Duterte, who they argue is feigning cognitive impairment to evade trial for alleged crimes against humanity during his drug war.

Sat, December 13, 2025 at 3:51 PM

Sen Bato dela Rosa remains absent amid ICC arrest warrant rumors

Senator Bato dela Rosa was absent from his duties as a Senate representative to a bicameral conference committee meeting on Saturday, December 13, continuing his month-long absence.

Wed, December 10, 2025 at 12:00 AM

PNP, DILG track Sen. Dela Rosa amid ICC arrest warrant reports

The Philippine National Police (PNP) stated they have no information regarding the current whereabouts of Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who has been absent from Senate sessions since November 11.

Tue, December 9, 2025 at 2:27 PM

Padilla urges Dela Rosa to defy unconfirmed ICC arrest warrant

Senator Robin Padilla urged Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa to defy foreign authorities amid unconfirmed reports of an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant.

Sat, December 6, 2025 at 6:18 PM

Ombudsman confirms seeing ICC arrest warrant for Dela Rosa

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla confirmed he has seen a copy of an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa.

Wed, December 3, 2025 at 4:38 PM

DILG to arrest Dela Rosa if ICC issues warrant

Philippine authorities, including the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), will arrest Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa if a validated arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) is issued.

Thu, November 27, 2025 at 4:53 PM

ICC denies Duterte's interim release appeal

The ICC Appeals Chamber has unanimously denied former President Rodrigo Duterte's appeal for interim release, confirming his continued detention in The Hague.

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 7:25 PM

Bato Dela Rosa misses budget defense amid ICC arrest warrant rumors

Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa's continued absence from the Senate has led to him missing the budget defense for key agencies under his chairmanship, including the Department of National Defense.