The International Criminal Court has ruled to bar holiday visits to former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
On December 27, 2025, the International Criminal Court ruled to bar holiday visits for Rodrigo Duterte, also known as Digong. This decision prevents visits during the holiday season. The report appears in global news headlines from Inquirer.net.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that Vice President Sara Duterte's first impeachment case is unconstitutional due to violations of the one-year bar rule and due process. It clarified that new complaints can now be filed immediately. Duterte's lawyers are prepared for potential future proceedings.
Rodrigo Duterte, former Philippine president, was arrested on March 11 at Ninoy Aquino International Airport and surrendered to the International Criminal Court in The Hague, making him the first Asian ex-head of state to face such proceedings. Charged with murder related to his war on illegal drugs, the 80-year-old leader has sought release on health grounds and challenged the court's jurisdiction, but both requests have been denied so far.
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Former President Rodrigo Duterte's lawyer has again filed a motion for his interim release from International Criminal Court (ICC) detention, citing deteriorating health. In a January 9, 2026, filing, the lawyer described Duterte as an 'emaciated, infirm and incapacitated shadow of his former self.' However, the ICC prosecutor opposed it, stating no change in circumstances warrants release.
Rumors are growing of potential impeachment proceedings against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. or Vice President Sara Duterte, but such complaints face significant hurdles due to legal constraints and political realities. Officials say there are no grounds for impeaching Marcos, and the Supreme Court's recent ruling has altered the process.
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Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson has advised fellow former police chief Ronald dela Rosa to stop hiding and report for duty as an elected senator. Lacson noted that the rumored International Criminal Court arrest warrant against Dela Rosa for crimes against humanity remains unproven. He should work to avoid wasting his votes on pending bills.
The Sandiganbayan has issued an arrest warrant and hold departure order against former lawmaker Zaldy Co and 17 others over an anomalous flood control project in Oriental Mindoro. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered authorities to enforce it immediately with no special treatment. Co, who left the Philippines in August, is willing to return under house arrest or bail due to safety fears.
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The Supreme Court has reshaped how future impeachment cases will be initiated and assessed by ruling Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment unconstitutional. In its July 25, 2025 decision, the high court cited the House’s inaction and lack of due process as grounds for voiding it. It also laid down new standards for impeachments going forward.