DAVAO CITY – Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. reaffirmed on Thursday, March 20, 2025, that the Department of National Defense (DND) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) do not have a law enforcement mandate, clarifying their role amid discussions on the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte during a Senate hearing. Teodoro clarified that the AFP's role is … [Read more...] about DND, AFP have no law enforcement mandate – Teodoro
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ICC lawyer warns of new charges against Duterte over court attacks
DAVAO CITY ---- Lawyer Kristine Conti, a legal assistant to the International Criminal Court (ICC), has warned that former President Rodrigo Duterte could face additional charges if threats and attacks against ICC officials can be linked back to him. Conti, who also serves as an assistant to counsel at the ICC, emphasized that the court’s jurisdiction over the Philippines … [Read more...] about ICC lawyer warns of new charges against Duterte over court attacks
Mayor Baste Duterte’s Supporters Call for Marcos’ resignation
DAVAO CITY – Mayor Sebastian "Baste" Duterte has called for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s removal, saying he is unfit to lead because “people do not love him.” Speaking at Rizal Park during the culmination of the 88th Araw ng Davao on Sunday, Duterte Jr. delivered a fiery speech condemning Marcos Jr.’s alleged role in allowing his father, former president Rodrigo Duterte, … [Read more...] about Mayor Baste Duterte’s Supporters Call for Marcos’ resignation
British-Israeli Lawyer Nicholas Kaufman to lead Duterte’s ICC defense
DAVAO CITY —Vice President Sara Duterte confirmed that British-Israeli lawyer Nicholas Kaufman has been named former president Rodrigo Duterte’s lead counsel in his defense against crimes against humanity charges before the International Criminal Court (ICC). Kaufman, a British-Israeli barrister, has extensive experience in international law, having defended high-profile … [Read more...] about British-Israeli Lawyer Nicholas Kaufman to lead Duterte’s ICC defense
Rally to bring Duterte home continues across Mindanao
DAVAO CITY – Daily rallies have persisted across Mindanao since March 11, the day former President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested, with thousands of supporters urging the International Criminal Court (ICC) to send him back to the Philippines. From Davao City to Sulu, demonstrators have been gathering every night, holding candle-lighting ceremonies and waving banners in a bid … [Read more...] about Rally to bring Duterte home continues across Mindanao
