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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......»»
JK Labajo naantig ang puso sa mensahe ng faney na cabin crew
HINDI napigilan ng singer-actor na si JK Labajo na ibandera ang nakakaantig na mensaheng natanggap mula sa isang faney na cabin crew. Sa kanyang X (dating Twitter) account, in-upload niya ang naturang mensahe sa kanya ng tagahanga. Makikitang nakasulat pa nga sa isang tissue paper ang naturang mensahe ng cabin crew kay JK. “Minahal kita.....»»
Crew of Iran-Held Tanker Safe, Greek Owners Say
Athens, Greece - The crew of a tanker seized by Iran's navy this week in a row with the United States are safe, the vessel's Greek owners said on Sunday.Empire Navigation said in a statement that an associate had contacted Iranian authorities and reported that 'all the crew members on board the St. Nikolas are safe and in good health.'The company added that it had not been itself able to directly contact.....»»
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......»»
Duterte warns Marcos of ouster like his father’s if charter change pushes through
'Kapag pinilit mo ito, lalabas ka ng Malacañang kagaya noong panahon na pinalayas kayo," Former president Rodrigo Duterte says in a scathing speech targeting President Ferdinand Marcos Jr......»»
Sara: No political discussions with Marcos Jr., Duterte
Vice President Sara Duterte has neither been discussing with her father, former president Rodrigo Duterte, nor with President Marcos any of her political plans or stand on national issues......»»
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.....»»
Japan Navy helicopters crash: Major search operation ongoing
A major search operation continued off Japan on Monday for seven people missing after two navy helicopters apparently collided over the weekend, with one crew member confirmed dead. The SH-60K helicopters each with four crew on board were conducting submarine location drills late on Saturday off the Izu Islands in the Pacific Ocean. Ten ships.....»»
4 Filipinos among crew members of container ship seized by Iranian authorities
4 Filipinos among crew members of container ship seized by Iranian authorities.....»»
Cebu-based dance crew SZHD to ignite World Supremacy Battlegrounds 2024
Cebu-based dance crew SZHD to ignite World Supremacy Battlegrounds 2024.....»»
Philippines requests Iran for release of 18 crew members
The Philippines reiterated its request to Iran to release the 18 Filipino crew members of an oil tanker seized by Iran’s navy in the Gulf of Oman......»»
WATCH: Sinulog Best Dance Crew 2024 performance
The Sinulog Best Dance Crew for 2024 performed at last Sunday’s Sinulog sa Sugbo 2024 stadium in South Road Properties (SRP), Cebu City......»»
Owner: Iran Releases Crew Member of Seized Greek Tanker
Athens, Greece - One crew member of an oil tanker seized by Iran last week in the Gulf of Oman has been released and is on his way to Athens, the vessel's Greek owner said Thursday.Eighteen Filipinos and one Greek were on the St. Nikolas, which is now anchored near the Iranian port of Bandar Abbas.'The Greek cadet, escorted by Greece's ambassador in Iran, is on a flight to return home,' the ship's owner E.....»»
Merchant vessel tilts, 13 crew rescued
Merchant vessel tilts, 13 crew rescued.....»»
Make public schools local
It is obvious that we need more than the million plus DepEd bureaucracy to fast track the resurrection of our international reputation badly tarnished by results of recent international tests placing our children at the bottom of a list of many countries in terms of reading and math skills. More than our bruised national ego, our learning poverty of 90 percent dooms the economic future of our country......»»
Duterte has stopped taking fentanyl before becoming President — Panelo
MANILA, Philippines — Former President Rodrigo Duterte stopped taking Fentanyl even before his election as the chief executive of the country in 2016, according to his then chief legal counsel, Salvador Panelo. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday alleged that the former president is taking fentanyl. In a text message to INQUIRER.net, Panelo reiterated.....»»
Ex-President Duterte is lone 2024 Datu Bago awardee
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / March 5)—Former President Rodrigo Duterte, who also served as mayor for over two decades, will be the lone 2024 Datu Bago awardee. Davao City Councilor Pilar Braga, who also chairs the Datu Bago Awards Organization (DBAO), said it is high time for Duterte to receive the award as the “most deserving […].....»»
Duterte’s P.S. to Cebu supporters: support Sara’s bid for the Presidency
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 26 February) – After bidding the crowd goodbye during the “candlelight prayer rally”of Hakbang ng Maisug in Cebu City on Sunday evening, former President Rodrigo Duterte made a pitch for his daughter Sara, currently the Vice President, urging them to support her bid for the Presidency in 2028. Duterte did not […].....»»
Drop Cha-Cha bid ‘and everything will be heaven tomorrow,’ Duterte tells Marcos
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 31 January)— Former president Rodrigo Duterte said “everything will be heaven tomorrow” and “happy days are here again” if President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. drops “like a hot potato” attempts to change the 1987 Constitution through People’s Initiative. Duterte, in a press conference Tuesday night at the Grand Men Seng hotel, also […].....»»
Rama ‘worried’ about Duterte-Marcos dispute
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama expressed concern about the ongoing political dispute in the country between former President Rodrigo Duterte and the incumbent President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The issue has become a matter of concern for Rama, given his personal relationship with both Duterte and Marcos, whom he considers “friends.” He.....»»