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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

Sara reveals she will run in next polls

Summary: Sara Duterte, the Vice President and Education Secretary, announced her intention to run in the next election during a visit to flood victims in Barangay Bago Gallera. In a Facebook Live video, she mentioned that her brothers, Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte and First District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte, may not run in the next election, prompting her decision to campaign. However, she did not specify the position she would be running for. The upcoming election will be the 2025 midterm senatorial elections for senators, congressmen, and local officials, with the presidential national elections scheduled for 2028. Duterte also emphasized the importance of barangay development councils in times of calamity and stressed the need for disaster resilience and awareness among barangay officials and children. Additionally, she highlighted the significance of safety and security, urging trust in security personnel and caution against scammers and swindlers. Duterte also emphasized the importance of education for the younger generation and the equal opportunities it provides. This announcement comes amidst her visits to various areas in the Philippines, where she has been extending aid and addressing pertinent issues such as disaster resilience and community safety......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Marcos brushes off Duterte’s tirades anew

Marcos brushes off Duterte’s tirades anew.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Lascañas, ex-cop, claims Sara Duterte ‘invented’ Tokhang

MANILA, Philippines — A confessed Davao Death Squad (DDS) gunman claimed that “Oplan Tokhang,” the brutal “knock and plead” anti-drug operation carried out by former President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration was a brainchild of then Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte. The confessed DDS gunman also claimed that the brother of then Mayor Sara Duterte, then Vice.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

Old Colleagues

Former President Rodrigo Duterte is welcomed by his former colleagues in the City Government of Davao—(L-R): Tonying Llamas, Wendell Avisado, and Verner Monsanto—at the Grand Men Seng Hotel in Davao City Tuesday evening (30 January 2024). Duterte faced the press anew for his squabble with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. MindaNews photo.....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Strong solar storm hits Earth, could disrupt communications and produce northern lights in US

Strong solar storm hits Earth, could disrupt communications and produce northern lights in US.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

After Chocolate Hills, another grass fire hits Bohol

After Chocolate Hills, another grass fire hits Bohol.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024

Philippine National Bank s Q1 2024 net income hits P5.3 billion

Philippine National Bank s Q1 2024 net income hits P5.3 billion.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

WATCH: Jinky Vidal opens National Heritage Month with OPM hits

At her tour's recent stop in Hard Rock Cafe Manila, Jinky performed classic hits, including Original Pilipino Music (OPM)......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Conan Gray s Found Heaven Tour hits Manila - manilastandard.net

Conan Gray's 'Found Heaven Tour' hits Manila manilastandard.net.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Philippines swelters in scorching heat as mercury hits record high in Manila

Philippines swelters in scorching heat as mercury hits record high in Manila Arab News.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

So hot you can t breathe - Extreme heat hits the Philippines

'So hot you can't breathe': Extreme heat hits the Philippines The Japan Times.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024

Globe hits SIMs engaged in spam and scam SMS

Globe hits SIMs engaged in spam and scam SMS.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Cebu hits record high heat index of 39°C

Cebu hits record high heat index of 39°C.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Dawn fire hits 4 houses in Cebu City; 1 more razed in Argao town

Dawn fire hits 4 houses in Cebu City; 1 more razed in Argao town.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Water shortage ‘severely’ hits barangays in 3 cities

Water shortage ‘severely’ hits barangays in 3 cities.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

Fire hits three-hectare land in Argao

Fire hits three-hectare land in Argao.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: Huge fire hits two sitios in Looc, Mandaue City

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Huge fire hits two sitios in Looc, Mandaue City A fire broke out in two sitios in Barangay Looc, Mandaue City on Tuesday noon, March 12, 2024. The fire hit.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

RLC s net income hits all-time high to P12.06B in 2023

RLC s net income hits all-time high to P12.06B in 2023.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Fire hits school building in upland Cebu City barangay

Fire hits school building in upland Cebu City barangay.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024