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VP Sara ready to face ICC charges only before a Filipino court

Vice President Sara Duterte expressed her readiness to confront any allegations against her but insisted that she would only do so in front of a Filipino judge and within the jurisdiction of a Filipino court. In a statement on her Facebook page, she emphasized her refusal to participate in any process that could tarnish the reputation and integrity of the Philippine judiciary system. Duterte adamantly opposed the involvement of foreign entities in the country's legal affairs, citing it as a dishonor to the sacrifices made by Filipino heroes for the nation's freedom. Duterte, who previously served as vice mayor and mayor of Davao City, vehemently denied any involvement in the Davao Death Squad during her terms in office. She expressed dismay over the sudden appearance of a witness against her in the International Criminal Court (ICC) after assuming the vice presidency. Duterte dismissed the accusations and questioned the motives behind the allegations, asserting her capability to accomplish tasks without resorting to unlawful means. In a related development, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. voiced his refusal to acknowledge the ICC's jurisdiction in the Philippines, considering it a threat to the country's sovereignty. He issued a directive for all government agencies to refrain from cooperating with the ICC, emphasizing the nation's non-recognition of the court's authority. Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV claimed that ICC investigators had gathered substantial evidence against former President Rodrigo Duterte regarding his administration's war on drugs. He anticipated an imminent issuance of an arrest warrant against the former president. Former President Rodrigo Duterte condemned the ICC's decision to initiate a preliminary investigation into the war on drugs, labeling it an insult to the Philippines and challenging the court's jurisdiction within the country. During his presidency, he initiated the withdrawal of the Philippines' membership from the Rome Statute, the treaty that established the ICC. The ICC appeals chamber recently granted a request to resume the investigation into alleged crimes against humanity related to the Philippines' controversial drug campaign, spanning from November 2011 to March 2019. The developments surrounding the ICC's probe into the Philippines' internal affairs have sparked a contentious debate, with key political figures and rights groups expressing divergent views on the matter. The ongoing tensions between the Philippines and the ICC underscore the complex intersection of international law, national sovereignty, and human rights issues......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

[OPINION] Palestine lights the way forward

'Yes, this is the worst of times. But is it the best of times? That depends on each and every one of us. Are we willing to take on the great challenges of the times?'.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

SC asked to recall environmentalists’ protection order

The Supreme Court has been asked to recall the temporary protection order it granted to environmentalists Jonila Castro and Jhed Tamano, who claimed they were seized by the military in Bataan last year. The Office of the Solicitor General yesterday filed an urgent motion, saying a Bulacan court had issued arrest warrants against Castro and Tamano on charges of grave oral defamation......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

‘Sing nat’l anthem 1,000 times’: Dela Rosa says pro-ICC Filipinos don’t love PH

MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos who are in favor of the investigation by the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) should be made to sing the Philippine national anthem 1,000 times to revive their love for the country, said Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa. Dela Rosa, who was among those mentioned in the crimes against humanity complaint before.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

India, Philippines have seen very perceptible growth in recent times: Jaishankar

Manila [Philippines], March 26 (ANI): Hailing ties between India and the Philippines, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is on a visit to the Philippines on Tuesday, said that ties between Delhi and Manila have witnessed a very perceptible growth in recent times. Addressing a joint press briefing with Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique Manalo, Jaishankar said, "As you all know, India's ties with the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Mactan Rock denies responsibility for Tejero Creek water discoloration

Mactan Rock denies responsibility for Tejero Creek water discoloration.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Mactan Rock denies responsibility for Tejero Creek water discoloration

Mactan Rock denies responsibility for Tejero Creek water discoloration.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Mactan Rock denies responsibility for Tejero Creek water discoloration

Mactan Rock denies responsibility for Tejero Creek water discoloration.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Mactan Rock denies responsibility for Tejero Creek water discoloration

Mactan Rock denies responsibility for Tejero Creek water discoloration.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

SC denies petition vs Comelec on digital signatures

The Supreme Court has denied a petition filed against the Commission on Elections asking the High Court to compel the poll body to implement the use of digital signatures in the 2022 general elections......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

De Lima to seek demurrer on final drug case

The camp of former senator Leila de Lima is set to file a motion for leave of court to file a demurrer to evidence in connection with the third and final drug case filed against her......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

TURNING POINT: Is the Wheel of Justice in Motion?

NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 10 January)—The information attributed to Harry Roque, former spokesperson of Ex-President Rodrigo Duterte, that the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutors are already here in the Philippines and have started their investigation on Duterte’s catastrophic drug war, has apparently scared the shit out of Senator Bato de la Rosa. Bato said […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Labour Leader Starmer denies changing position on military action vote

Title: Keir Starmer Denies Changing Stance on Parliamentary Vote for UK Military Action In a recent development, Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

NBI-Bacolod denies conflict among agents

NBI-Bacolod denies conflict among agents.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Jair Bolsonaro Denies Coup Allegations

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Denies Coup Allegations, Claims Political Persecution Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro recently addressed tens of thousands of supporters in São.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 26th, 2024

Ernie AI maker denies its chatbot linked to Chinese military research

Ernie AI maker denies its chatbot linked to Chinese military research.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

3 BEST Soviet movies about pirates

In the Soviet Union, movies about pirates were mainly screen adaptations of Western novels about ruthless English cut-throats and Spanish galleons full of gold. But, at times, there were original stories in which Soviet seamen confronted sea bandits. Below are the three best Soviet movies about pirates. Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novel was adapted for the screen three times in the USSR. In add.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

3 BEST Soviet movies about pirates

In the Soviet Union, movies about pirates were mainly screen adaptations of Western novels about ruthless English cut-throats and Spanish galleons full of gold. But, at times, there were original stories in which Soviet seamen confronted sea bandits. Below are the three best Soviet movies about pirates. Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novel was adapted for the screen three times in the USSR. In add.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Hungary Defies EU Blackmail on Ukraine Funding – The Daily Guardia

The Daily Guardian: Financial Times Offers Discounted Price for Readers In a move to provide convenience and accessibility to its readers, the Financial Times (FT).....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

GenSan court judge suspended for sitting on rape case

The Supreme Court has ordered the suspension of a trial court judge in General Santos City for sitting on a rape complaint for over 10 years before resolving the case......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024