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US defense chief says stronger deterrence needed against China in disputed sea

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Friday that the Trump administration would boost military ties with the Philippines to strengthen deterrence against “threats from the communist Chinese” and...

Duterte refused fingerprinting and threatened lawsuits during chaotic arrest, Philippine police say

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte threatened a police general with lawsuits, refused to be fingerprinted and told law enforcers “you have to kill me to bring me to The...

Arrested Philippine ex-President Duterte to face legacy of thousands killed in drug crackdown

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine ex-President Rodrigo Duterte, who left a savage legacy over his deadly anti-drugs crackdown, was arrested on a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court for crimes against...

Former Philippine President Duterte arrested on an ICC warrant over drug killings

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday on a warrant from the International Criminal Court accusing him of crimes against humanity, the Philippine government said.Duterte was detained...

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