PNP braces for protests as ICC hearings startPolice Lt. Gen. Bernard Banac represents PNP Chief Police Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. during the Philippine National Police’s Monday flag-raising ceremony at Camp Crame in Quezon City on Feb. 16, 2026. MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police is on alert for possible demonstrations as the International Criminal Court begins hearings on former president Rodrigo Duterte. "Our security measures are in place and it is intended to ensure the peaceful conduct of any activity in public places. Ang PNP ay walang kinikilingan, tayo ay para sa kapayapaan at seguridad ng bawat Pilipino,” he added. The PNP is impartial; we are here for the peace and security of every Filipino.)

Source: Philippine Star February 23, 2026 03:05 UTC