The Philippine Embassy in The Hague has confirmed that Atty. Salvador Medialdea, former Executive Secretary and legal counsel to former President Rodrigo Duterte, was admitted to a local hospital on the morning of March 18, 2025, Netherlands time. Medialdea was visiting Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC) Detention Center when he experienced health issues … Read more
British-Israeli lawyer Nicholas Kaufman expressed strong confidence that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte will be acquitted of crimes against humanity charges filed before the International Criminal Court (ICC). Kaufman, who is representing Duterte, stated that he is optimistic about the outcome of the case. “I’m very confident of the strongest defense possible, and I’m very … Read more
Atty. Salvador Medialdea, former Executive Secretary under the Duterte administration, was rushed to the hospital from Scheveningen Prison in The Hague, Netherlands, at about 9:00 a.m. (Netherlands time) today. Medialdea was accompanied by Senator Robin Padilla, who serves as his guardian during his stay abroad. As of this writing, there has been no official confirmation … Read more
The legal team representing former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte convened on Sunday to finalize its composition in preparation for his defense against charges of crimes against humanity before the International Criminal Court (ICC). As of now, former Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea is the sole legal representative recognized by the ICC. Medialdea, who began his legal … Read more
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte remains a candidate for Davao City mayor in the upcoming 2025 elections, despite his recent arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on charges of crimes against humanity related to his controversial war on drugs. The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has confirmed that Duterte’s candidacy stands, as Philippine law upholds … Read more
On March 14, 2025, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, aged 79, made his initial appearance before the International Criminal Court (ICC) via videoconference from a detention facility in The Hague. This appearance follows his arrest in Manila on March 11, 2025, on charges of crimes against humanity related to the controversial “war on drugs” campaign … Read more
In a recent visit to the International Criminal Court (ICC) detention facility in The Hague, Vice President Sara Duterte met with her father, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, following his arrest on charges of crimes against humanity. The encounter offered a rare glimpse into the former leader’s current condition and revealed the family’s stance amid … Read more
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has announced a crackdown on vloggers and online trolls disseminating false information and fake news across social media and other online platforms. During a press forum in Manila, NBI Director Jaime Santiago expressed concern over the escalating online attacks targeting individuals, prompting the agency’s cybercrime unit to take decisive … Read more
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has declared its readiness to address potential mass mobilizations resembling past “people power” movements following the recent arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte. Brigadier General Jean Fajardo, PNP spokesperson, affirmed that while the public has the right to express their opinions, law enforcement will take necessary measures to maintain peace … Read more
Veronica “Kitty” Duterte, daughter of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, recently became the subject of online discussions after screenshots of her alleged Instagram stories circulated on social media. The posts, reportedly from a now-deactivated account, included the phrase “Wake and Bake,” which quickly gained traction among netizens. The phrase “Wake and Bake” is commonly associated … Read more