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Former President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on March 12, 2025, at Ninoy Aquino International Airport upon his return from Hong Kong, following an ICC warrant for crimes against humanity related to extrajudicial killings during his presidency. Various civic organizations and human rights groups in the Philippines have welcomed the move as a significant step towards accountability, while Duterte's supporters remain critical of the arrest.

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Sat, October 11, 2025 at 1:26 PM

EJK victims' families hope ICC hearing on Duterte charges to push soon

Families of extrajudicial killing (EJK) victims and human rights groups are expressing hope that former President Rodrigo Duterte's confirmation of charges hearing at the International Criminal Court (ICC) will take place soon.

Fri, October 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM

Retired judge returns award to IBP over Duterte recognition

Retired Judge Meinrado Paredes returned his Golden Pillar of Law Award to the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) after learning that former President Rodrigo Duterte also received the same recognition.

Wed, October 1, 2025 at 5:33 PM

Senate adopts resolution urging ICC to consider house arrest for Duterte on humanitarian grounds

The Philippine Senate adopted Senate Resolution No. 144 with a 15-3-2 vote, urging the International Criminal Court (ICC) to consider house arrest for former President Rodrigo Duterte on humanitarian grounds.

Tue, July 1, 2025 at 3:59 PM

House opposes ICC's interim release of Duterte

The House of Representatives has filed a resolution opposing the interim release of former President Rodrigo Duterte from the International Criminal Court (ICC) detention center in The Hague.

Thu, June 19, 2025 at 3:09 PM

PBBM open to ICC return, will study UN suggestion

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is open to discussing the Philippines' potential return to the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to Palace Press Officer Clarissa A. Castro.

Wed, June 18, 2025 at 5:37 PM

Pres. Marcos orders construction of National Forensics Institute

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the construction of the National Forensics Institute (NFI) at the University of the Philippines (UP) Manila in January.

Tue, June 17, 2025 at 10:48 AM

Atty. Bucoy to serve as prosecution spox in VP Duterte impeachment trial

Human rights lawyer Atty. Antonio Audie Bucoy has been designated as the spokesman for the prosecution panel in the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Mon, June 2, 2025 at 12:08 PM

PNP clarifies arrest directive to cover all criminality

Philippine National Police (PNP) chief General Nicolas Torre III clarified his directive on prioritizing arrests, stating it applies to all forms of criminality, not just drug-related offenses.

Sat, May 10, 2025 at 12:51 PM

Lawyer claims Duterte legal team using delaying tactics at ICC

Families of victims of extrajudicial killings under former President Rodrigo Duterte's administration are still seeking justice, with one lawyer accusing Duterte's legal team of employing delaying tactics in the International Criminal Court (ICC) proceedings.

Sun, April 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM

Bayan Muna launches white ribbon campaign vs EJKs

Bayan Muna launched a white ribbon campaign to show solidarity with victims of extrajudicial killings (EJKs) and their families, encouraging the public to display white ribbons as a symbol of support.