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Duterte ICC News: Prosecutors Claim 'Davao Death Squad' Was Blueprint For National Killings

Explore the ICC's investigation into Duterte's alleged use of the Davao Death Squad as a model for his nationwide anti-drug campaign.

International Business Times UK · Feb 26

Bondi Beach Shooters Reportedly Met With Religious Leaders in The Philippines

24-year-old Naveed Akram and his 50-year-old father, Sajid Akram, traveled to the city of Panabo in the Philippines to meet with Muslim religious leaders prior to carrying out their mass shooting.

International Business Times · Dec 22, 2025

Troubling memories resurface in Davao as authorities trace Bondi shooting suspects’ movements

Many residents believe alleged gunmen were in Mindanao for ‘tourism, not terrorism’ and say extremist groups in area have been significantly weakened

The Guardian - AU · Dec 21, 2025

Videos Of 7.4 Davao Earthquake Striking The Philippines Showcase Major Devastation, Fear

Powerful 7.4 earthquake hits the Philippines, with viral videos revealing massive damage and triggering nationwide emergency response efforts.

International Business Times UK · Oct 10, 2025

Former Philippine leader Duterte set to win mayoral election from Hague jail cell

The 80-year-old ex-president, who is accused of committing crimes against humanity during his so-called "war on drugs", has a decisive lead in his family stronghold of Davao.

Euronews · May 13, 2025

Philippines election results: Who won, who lost and what’s next?

Currently behind bars at The Hague, former President Rodrigo Duterte is set to win the mayoral seat for Davao City.

Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025

Rodrigo Duterte wins mayoral seat from Hague prison cell in Philippines elections

Former president reclaims stronghold city despite fighting election from The Hague

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

Rodrigo Duterte wins Philippines mayoral election from jail cell in The Hague

Former president of nation re-elected as mayor of city of Davao despite his enforced absence

The Guardian - UK · May 12, 2025

In The Hague, Rodrigo Duterte faces trial, but in Davao he is the top pick for mayor

The architect of the Philippines ‘war on drugs’ is by far the frontrunner in upcoming elections despite his detention half a word away

The Guardian - UK · May 10, 2025

Monday briefing: Is Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest a sign of the ICC’s strength or its limitations?

In today’s newsletter: the former Philippines president was arrested and taken to The Hague after a tense standoff. It’s a much needed win for the international criminal court – but success is far from a given

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2025