Tag: War on drugs
HRW hits government inaction over new spate of drug-related killings in...
In an event on March 22, Mayor Duterte told drug users that if they “won’t stop” and “won’t leave” the city, “I will kill you”.
Philippine groups hail court’s decision to grant bail petition of jailed...
In a decision dated November 10, Judge Gener Gito allowed former senator Leila de Lima to post bail of 300,000 pesos ($5,350)
Filipino prelate backs ICC probe versus Duterte
Archbishop Socrates Villegas of Lingayen-Dagupan said the country “should not hesitate” to let ICC officials investigate
Seventeens: Glimmer of light amidst darkness
They collectively exemplify the presence of a glimmer of light amidst the darkness, guiding us toward the pursuit of what is right and just
Second Philippine judge quits trial of jailed Duterte critic
Multiple witnesses, including prison gang bosses, died or recanted their testimonies, resulting in the dismissal of two charges against her
Rights group welcomes ICC decision to allow new inquiry into Philippines’...
“The ICC investigation ... is the only credible avenue for justice for the victims and their families of the ‘war on drugs’"
Philippines’ feast of Child Jesus a reminder of the gift of...
Human life should be seen not just as a fundamental human right but as a gift from the Creator
Philippine drug-related killings continue despite ‘shift’ of focus in drug war...
In its World Report 2023, HRW said the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has not ended the government’s “war on drugs”
Philippine corpse-whisperer seeks justice for drug war victims
Fortun is helping rights groups gather evidence that could be used in court against police accused of carrying out extrajudicial killings
Photos: Farming paves road to recovery for drug users
A livelihood program of a Church-based institution in the Philippines has been helping drug dependents on their road to recovery
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