Gatchalian has been elected as the new Senate President, following a leadership dispute. He conceded to the new leader, promising to uncover the truth. A political professor noted the relief but warned of continued challenges to the country's democracy.
菲律賓參議院領導權僵局落幕，總統小馬可仕的盟友張僑偉以13票支持當選議長。此權力鬥爭被認為與小馬可仕和副總統薩拉．杜特蒂的政治矛盾有關，後者預計將面臨彈劾審判。
Rodrigo Duterte, facing charges of crimes against humanity, will undergo a court-ordered health check to determine his fitness to stand trial. His team cited his deteriorating condition, requesting the examination before any trial can commence.
Civil society groups have launched Bantay Senado (Senate Watch), a coalition of over 350 volunteers including students and young professionals, to ensure transparency and fairness in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. The non-partisan group aims to monitor the proceedings, with convenor Cleve Arguelles emphasizing the public's role as a participant.
The arrest of Senator Jinggoy Estrada on corruption charges has created an 11-11 tie in the Philippine Senate, potentially stalling legislation and complicating Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio's impeachment trial.
The Philippine Catholic Church has established an independent EJK Truth Commission to investigate drug-related extrajudicial killings during Rodrigo Duterte's presidency, coinciding with the ICC's announcement to start Duterte's trial for crimes against humanity in late November.
Duterte-Carpio's lead is vulnerable in Metro Manila and Balance Luzon, where undecided voters are numerous and her ratings are declining, according to OCTA Research and Pulse Asia Research.
Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio's recent calls for the armed forces to defend sovereignty are seen by analysts as a strategic move to appeal to domestic voters concerned about the South China Sea, without antagonizing Beijing. This marks a tonal shift from her previous stance, as she is considered a frontrunner for the 2028 presidential election.
Philippine Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa is wanted by the ICC for alleged crimes against humanity related to his role in former President Duterte's "war on drugs." Dela Rosa, who denies the charges, evaded arrest after appearing at the senate and is now at large.
国际刑事法院驳回菲律宾前总统杜特尔特上诉，维持对其“反人类罪”指控。杜特尔特被指控在禁毒行动中犯下谋杀罪，将于2025年3月11日受审。
菲律賓政府今日下令逮捕參議員德拉羅沙，因其涉及前總統杜特蒂的致命掃毒行動，並遭國際刑事法院通緝。德拉羅沙曾任菲國警察總長，是掃毒戰爭執行者。最高法院駁回其臨時限制令請求後，逮捕令可望執行。
The Philippine Supreme Court has refused to block the arrest of Senator Ronald dela Rosa, wanted by the ICC for crimes against humanity related to the "war on drugs." Dela Rosa denies involvement, and his lawyer vows to pursue further legal action.
The Philippine Supreme Court denied Senator Ronald 'Bato' Dela Rosa's request for a temporary restraining order after an arrest warrant was unsealed by the ICC. Government agents' attempt to arrest Dela Rosa was thwarted by senate leadership, leading to a shooting incident and Dela Rosa's subsequent disappearance.
Philippine Senate security officers are under investigation for firing weapons without provocation. Senator Ronald dela Rosa, wanted by the ICC, briefly sought refuge in the Senate building last week. Initial findings identify Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Aplasca as firing the first shot.
The Philippine Senate has opened an impeachment trial for Vice President Sara Duterte amid political turmoil. The trial follows a leadership change in the Senate and the re-emergence of a pro-Duterte senator wanted by the ICC. Duterte faces accusations of misusing public funds and threatening the president.
The Philippine Senate began an impeachment trial for Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio on Monday, facing internal leadership battles and the aftermath of her father's ICC case. The trial could impact her 2028 presidential bid.
Philippine government lawyers urged the Supreme Court to reject Senator Ronald dela Rosa's plea to block his arrest and surrender to the ICC over alleged crimes against humanity linked to the war on drugs.
Dela Rosa, as PNP chief, led the nationwide anti-drug crackdown 'Project Double Barrel', resulting in over 2,000 deaths in 2016, mostly in police shoot-outs.
The Philippine Senate was locked down after gunfire erupted near Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, wanted by the ICC for alleged killings during Duterte's drug war. Dela Rosa, safe with security, faces calls for detention as the senate, controlled by Duterte allies, navigates tensions amid a feud with the current administration.
Amenazado por Estados Unidos, la institución de La Haya sigue adelante y se prepara para juzgar al expresidente filipino Duterte por crímenes contra la humanidad
Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa evades ICC arrest warrant, symbolizing a Duterte camp under siege amidst impeachment battle and Senate control fight
Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa, a former national police chief, has sought refuge in the senate.
Philippine authorities said on Monday they would not arrest for now a lawmaker wanted by the International Criminal Court for his alleged role in ex-president Rodrigo Duterte’s drug war, capping a lengthy Senate stand-off. Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, who served as police chief and Duterte’s top enforcer during the bloody drug crackdown, will be treated as if in the custody of the Senate, National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) director Melvin Matibag told reporters after the politician had taken...
A sitting Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court for his role in former president Rodrigo Duterte’s drug war took refuge inside the Senate on Monday to avoid arrest by government agents. Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, the country’s one-time police chief, was under the Senate’s protection “in accordance with our rules and Philippine laws”, newly elected Senate President and Duterte ally Alan Peter Cayetano told reporters. “We will allow an arrest under the condition that it is a...
