UK Sends Helicopters, Warship HMS Dragon to Cyprus

The United Kingdom has deployed helicopters with counter-drone capabilities and the air defense destroyer HMS Dragon to Cyprus to protect British military personnel, as announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

DOJ: No Law Bars Philippines from ICC Engagement

The Department of Justice asserts that the Philippine Constitution contains no legal prohibition against cooperating with the International Criminal Court, even after the country's withdrawal from the Rome Statute.

Palace Pushes House to Pass BARMM Elections Bill After Senate OK

Malacañang is pushing for the immediate House passage of the Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections Bill after the Senate approved its version, aiming to shift the first BARMM elections to September 2026 as a historic step in the region's democratic transitio

Duterte Lawyer Probes Trillanes' ICC Involvement

Atty. Nicholas Kaufman, lead counsel for former President Rodrigo Duterte, is considering requesting documents regarding former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV's alleged participation in the International Criminal Court case. Kaufman points to statements fro

Duterte's Lawyer Denies 'Bags of Money' Payment Claims

Atty. Nicholas Kaufman clarifies he is not receiving large payments for defending former President Rodrigo Duterte, noting he rides a bicycle and wears the same clothes due to travel restrictions from the Israel conflict.

Erice and Garin Clash Over Majority Influence in Congress

A heated argument erupted in the House plenary between Caloocan Rep. Egay Erice and Iloilo Rep. Janette Garin over alleged interference by the majority in minority deliberations, particularly on the Anti-Political Dynasty bill.

VP Duterte: Impeachment Not a Priority Amid 2028 Bid

Vice President Sara Duterte states that monitoring impeachment proceedings is not a priority for her office, as Congress prepares to decide on complaints alleging misuse of public funds and threats against President Marcos Jr.

Rep. Suntay Apologizes for Anne Curtis Remark, No Malice

Quezon City Representative Bong Suntay has issued a public apology following criticism of his statement involving actress Anne Curtis. He emphasized his analogy was purely fictitious and meant to illustrate how comments are often misinterpreted.

Tingog Party-list Supports PBBM's Fuel Tax Suspension Proposal

The Tingog Party-list has expressed support for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s proposal to seek congressional authority to temporarily suspend the excise tax on fuel, aiming to alleviate the impact of rising global oil prices on Filipino families, trans

Filipinos Arrested for Alleged China Espionage

The Philippine government confirms the arrest of several Filipino nationals suspected of conducting espionage for China, described as a serious national security issue by the National Security Council.

Philippines Defends Ayungin Shoal Deal with China

The Department of Foreign Affairs defends the provisional understanding with China on Ayungin Shoal, emphasizing it does not surrender sovereignty or reward coercive actions, while noting 13 incident-free resupply missions since 2024.

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