Also known as: Mr Duterte · Philippine ex-President Duterte · former president Rodrigo Duterte · former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte · Former president Duterte · Duterte's father · former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte
Former Philippine President facing ICC murder charges as crimes against humanity in connection with his "war on drugs" campaign.
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The Standard
… Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte will become the first Asian ex-head of state to stand in the ICC dock, facing charges of crimes against humanity. …
ICC: Delivering justice for the world's worst crimesThe Standard
… Philippines’ Rodrigo Duterte harassed Maria Ressa's Rappler with tax charges and cyber-libel. …
Abducting journalists won't stop the government's date with comeuppanceThe Standard
… Apollo Quiboloy, a self-proclaimed "Appointed Son of God" and ally of former president Rodrigo Duterte, was arrested in the Philippines in 2024 on human-trafficking charges. …
US requests Filipino pastor's extradition on sex chargesCitizen Digital
Five things to know about the Philippines's VP and her impeachment By AFP July 06, 2026 07:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte announces her intention to run for the co …
Five things to know about the Philippines's VP and her impeachmentCitizen Digital
Five things to know about the Philippines's VP and her impeachment By AFP July 06, 2026 07:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte announces her intention to run for the co …
Five things to know about the Philippines's VP and her impeachmentCapital News
… The prosecutor has been on voluntary leave since May as investigations continued and had already stepped away from several high-profile cases, including proceedings involving former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. …
ICC Suspends Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan Over Sexual Misconduct AllegationsCitizen Digital
… He has already been removed from pleading in the ICC's most high-profile case against former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte. …
ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan suspended amid sex abuse claimsThe Standard
… on the functioning of the court, as the 55-year-old Khan stepped aside in May 2025, taking a leave of absence to fight the allegations that he denies.He has already been removed from pleading in the ICC's most high-profile case against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte …
ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan suspended over sex abuse claimsCitizen Digital
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Gunshots at Philippine Senate as lawmaker wanted by ICC hides in buildingCitizen Digital
ICC rules that Philippine ex-President Duterte must stand trial for murder By Reuters April 24, 2026 05:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Judges at the International Criminal Court confi …
ICC rules that Philippine ex-President Duterte must stand trial for murderThe International Criminal Court, created in 2002 to prosecute war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide, is navigating a damaging sex scandal, membership losses, and potential US sanctions. The court has convicted 15 people in nearly 25 years—all African—and faces criticism over a low conviction rate and focus on minor figures from Africa.
22 October 2026 · The Standard →
The International Criminal Court, created in 2002 to prosecute war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide, is navigating a damaging sex scandal, membership losses, and potential US sanctions. The court has convicted 15 people in nearly 25 years—all African—and faces criticism over a low conviction rate and focus on minor figures from Africa.
22 October 2026 · The Standard →
Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich was abducted by armed men in a government vehicle along the Gilgil–Nakuru road and later dumped near Masinga Dam in Machakos County. The piece argues that historical attempts by governments to silence the press have ultimately failed, framing media freedom as essential and unstoppable.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
The United States has formally requested the extradition of Apollo Quiboloy, a Filipino pastor and ally of former president Rodrigo Duterte, who was arrested in the Philippines in 2024 on human-trafficking charges. A 2021 US grand jury indicted Quiboloy for conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking by force, fraud and coercion, sex trafficking of children, and bulk cash smuggling, with allegations that girls and women aged 12 to 25 were recruited as personal assistants for sex and labor.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, who won a landslide 2022 election victory as ally to President Ferdinand Marcos, is now facing a Senate impeachment trial that could permanently bar her from elected office as the political alliance between their families has collapsed.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, who won a landslide 2022 election victory as an ally of President Ferdinand Marcos, now faces a Senate impeachment trial that could bar her from elected office as the alliance between their families has broken down. The 48-year-old lawyer and daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte rose to prominence as mayor of Davao before her political fortunes shifted.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The ICC's governing body suspended Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan following a review of UN investigation findings and recommendations from an independent panel; Khan denied the allegations through his lawyers, calling the suspension unlawful and procedurally unfair.
9 June 2026 · Capital News →
The International Criminal Court's governing bureau suspended chief prosecutor Karim Khan with immediate effect as he faces sexual abuse allegations against a member of his office, referring his case to the wider Assembly of State Parties. Khan, who took a leave of absence in May 2025 to contest the allegations he denies, has already been removed from pleading in the court's most high-profile cases.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Criminal Court's governing bureau has suspended chief prosecutor Karim Khan with immediate effect as he faces sexual abuse allegations against a member of his office, though the bureau noted the suspension does not indicate the final outcome. Khan, who had already taken leave of absence in May 2025 to fight the allegations he denies, will have his case referred to the wider Assembly of State Parties for final decision.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →
Multiple gunshots rang out at the Philippine Senate as Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court over alleged crimes against humanity, sought refuge inside the building. Interior Secretary Juanito Victor Remulla confirmed no casualties and said the search for the gunmen was ongoing.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Judges at the International Criminal Court confirmed murder charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte as crimes against humanity, saying there were "substantial grounds" to believe he played a key role in the murders of 76 people as part of his so-called "war on drugs". The case will now proceed to trial.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →