Philippines
Amnesty: Philippine Police Planned Drugs War Killings
The rights group claims Duterte's drugs war involves extrajudicial executions and falsified evidence.
Philippines Suspends Drugs War to 'Cleanse' Police
More than 7,000 people have been killed since Duterte initiated the crackdown last summer.
Duterte Warns U.S. Against 'Permanent' Arms Arsenal
Philippines president threatens to rip up a security treaty.
Philippine Offensive Wounds ISIS Affiliate Leader
The militant heads the Abu Sayyaf militia that has pledged allegiance to the extremist group.
Duterte Confirms Arrest of Militant Leader's Son
Fifteen people were killed in a blast in Davao last September.
Duterte: 'No One Can Stop Me' From Imposing Martial Law
Philippines president says he would impose restrictions if the drug problem deteriorates 'into something really very virulent.'
Kidnappings At Sea Rise to 10-Year High, Watchdog Warns
The International Maritime Bureau said the waters off the southern Philippines have become increasingly dangerous.
Rodrigo Duterte Hopes for Closer Moscow Ties
Duterte's comments are a further sign of strained relations with the U.S.
Armed Rebels With Islamic Links Storm Philippine Prison
One guard was killed, while eight prisoners have been caught—two surrendered and six were killed.
Duterte Threat Causes Decade Low in New Year Injuries
The president's threat to impose a firecracker ban achieved a "remarkable" decline in accidents.
Philippine President Threatens Officials With Death
The fiery-tempered former prosecutor said he once hurled a Chinese man suspected of rape and murder out of a helicopter.
Four Asian Elections to Watch in 2017
The continent's biggest elections could lead to the rise of another populist and the fall of a military government.
China Sends Warships Into South China Sea
Warships and an aircraft carrier have entered the South China Sea amid Taiwan tension.
Filipinos Fear Killings, Approve of Duterte's Drugs War
A survey showed that a majority of Filipinos saw the drugs war as excellent, but disapproved of killing criminals.
China May Be Building Military Base in South China Sea
Despite its rival claim to the Spratly Islands, Manila will not issue any diplomatic protest to China.
Philippine President Says He Killed Drug Suspects
"I'd go around in Davao with a motorcycle...really looking for a confrontation, so I could kill."
Philippine Investigators Accuse Police of Mayor Killing
President Rodrigo Duterte has told police they may "shoot to kill" drug dealers.
Philippine Police Find Bomb Outside U.S. Embassy
The home-made device is reportedly similar to the bomb that killed 15 people in Davao in September.
Philippines' Duterte Performs U-Turn on Abu Sayyaf
In a visit to wounded troops, he asked Abu Sayyaf to come to the negotiating table.
Celebrated Philippine Filmmaker Backs Duterte Drug War
Mendoza has filmed government advertisements in support of Duterte's crackdown on drug gangs.
Duterte: If ISIS Arrives, Forget About Human Rights
Duterte said he will not let his people be killed over a respect for human rights.
Philippines-U.S. Guns Deal Back on After Duterte U-turn
Duterte had a week ago expressed anger at "fools" in Washington seeking to block the deal.
Gunmen in Philippines Kidnap Six Vietnamese Sailors
It is the second kidnapping in the Philippine region in a week.
Duterte Commends Trump, Hopes For Enhanced Cooperation
The Philippine leader looks for better ties after a fraught relationship with Barack Obama.
Duterte Vows to Buy Russian Arms if U.S. Blocks Sale
Reports emerged earlier this week that the U.S. could block the sale of 26,000 rifles.
U.S. Stops Sale of 26,000 Assault Rifles to Philippines
Relations between Washington and Manila deteriorate further over Duterte's policies.
Duterte's Beijing Bromance May Not Last
Despite his bluster, Rodrigo Duterte has thin skin. (Remind you of anybody?)
Countries Where Journalist Killers Get Away With It
Islamist militants groups are responsible for many of the journalist killings, said the Committee to Protect Journalists.
Philippine President Duterte Wants U.S. Troops Out
The firebrand leader threatened to scrap defense pacts to oust foreign troops.
The Starving Guest Workers Trapped in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia promised "swift and immediate" action. Nothing happened.