MANILA, Philippines — Three former and sitting presidents — Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines, Omar al‑Bashir of Sudan, and Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya — have faced charges of crimes against humanity. However, their responses to the International Criminal Court (ICC) vary, highlighting the limitations of international justice and enforcement. WhatContinue Reading
A quote card circulating online shows ICC Deputy Prosecutor Mame Mandiaye Niang saying: “In accordance with Rule 34, I am committed to supporting former President Rodrigo Duterte in his pursuit of the truth and ensuring a fair examination of the facts regarding his innocence.” VERDICT: False What the quote cardContinue Reading
Former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque stirred the political pot on Sunday after claiming that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has already issued a warrant of arrest for Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa — a remark that immediately raised questions about his source and motives. Roque made the claim on theContinue Reading
MANILA, Philippines — More than three years after Rodrigo Duterte stepped down, the bloody legacy of his “war on drugs” continues to shape Philippine politics, policing, and the lives of thousands of grieving families. A new VICE documentary — “The World’s Deadliest Drug War Just Got a New Leader” —Continue Reading
