ICC prosecutors cite Kian, Parojinog killings in bid to challenge police self-defense claims

GMA Network - Nov 4, 2026

International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutors are seeking to introduce additional testimony citing several high-profile killings to challenge Philippine National Police (PNP) claims that officers acted in self-defense during former President Rodrigo Duterte"s drug war

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VP Duterte camp taps legal academic to counter unexplained wealth charge

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