Fall of a Dynasty As Rodrigo Duterte’s ICC Trial Begins.

In a move that has sent shockwaves through Southeast Asian politics, former President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested and transferred to the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague. The trial, which formally commenced in late 2025 and continues into 2026, focuses on alleged crimes against humanity stemming from his administration’s controversial war on drugs. The arrest has fundamentally altered the domestic political landscape. The Marcos-Duterte Split: The UniTeam alliance that won the 2022 election has completely imploded. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has pivoted towardrestoring the rule of law, while the Duterte family labels the move a political betrayal. Vice President Sara Duterte remains under immense pressure following her own impeachment in the House of Representatives over corruption allegations and public threats against the President. The recent May 2025 elections saw the Alliance for a New Philippines (Marcos-led) gain significant ground, further isolating the Duterte Duter10 faction as the country looks toward the 2028 presidency.

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