Politics

Senate leaders support studying postponement of Philippines' 2026 ASEAN Summit hosting to save P17 billion amid Middle East conflict economic pressures and rising fuel costs.

Iran faces Trump's Monday deadline to reopen Hormuz Strait or face power plant strikes, threatening global oil supplies and Philippine energy security as regional war escalates.

Israeli PM Netanyahu calls for international coalition against Iran as Middle East conflict threatens to expand beyond regional boundaries, raising global security concerns.

Iran fires long-range missiles for first time, striking near Israeli nuclear site as conflict expands beyond Middle East, threatening global energy supplies and security.

Trump warns Iran as attacks on Gulf energy facilities disrupt global supplies, with Qatar and Saudi infrastructure hit amid escalating Middle East crisis affecting worldwide markets.

Prosecution questions Duterte's ICC defense team composition over security concerns regarding six Filipino lawyers with ties to the former administration.

British PM Starmer assures Zelensky that Ukraine remains a priority despite Iran war, as both nations sign defense partnership leveraging Ukrainian anti-drone expertise.

House Speaker Dy assures open dialogue as Deputy Speaker Puno criticizes delayed budget releases affecting districts nationwide, threatening party unity.

Cebu City recorded fewer fires in 2025 but damages surged to P10 million, with electrical problems and dense communities posing ongoing challenges for fire prevention efforts.

Over 2.4 million Filipinos face danger as Middle East missile strikes continue. These OFWs sent P380 billion in remittances last year, making their safety crucial for Philippine economy.

US State Department urges Americans to evacuate 14 Middle Eastern countries as Iran conflict escalates, threatening global energy supplies and regional stability.

US orders Americans to evacuate 14 Middle Eastern countries as Iran conflict escalates, with over 1,250 targets hit in 48 hours and regional powers joining the fight.

Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei's death triggers regional crisis affecting global oil markets and Filipino workers in Gulf states as Israel and US escalate military campaign.

Iran faces leadership crisis after Supreme Leader Khamenei's death triggers regional conflict, threatening global markets and Filipino workers in Gulf states.

UAE's swift crisis response during airport suspensions shows what real governance looks like, offering lessons for Philippines on institutional strength and people-first leadership.

U.S. President Trump confirms Iranian Supreme Leader's death in ongoing strikes, raising regional security concerns for Philippines and Southeast Asian allies.

President Trump confirms death of Iran's Supreme Leader in coordinated U.S.-Israeli strikes, warning military operations will continue throughout the week to achieve regional peace.

ICC prosecution office denies local funding allegations during Duterte probe, affirming independent operations through court-approved budgets amid controversial claims.

ICC prosecution defends independence of Philippine investigation amid allegations of local funding through former Senator Trillanes, emphasizing court-approved budget oversight.

ICC prosecutors reveal insider testimony showing Duterte's drug war deliberately targeted poor communities unable to seek legal recourse against police operations.