ICC prosecutors in the International Criminal Court ask the trial chamber to order protective and special measures for at least 55 witnesses expected to testify in former President Rodrigo Duterte’s crimes against humanity case. Outlets report the request was filed in late October and described as aimed at shielding witnesses from security risks while preserving safety, privacy and well-being.

Several stories also focus on how prosecutors build their evidence and protect cooperation. Coverage notes that ICC prosecutors seek to admit preserved testimony from an alleged former Davao Death Squad member who is no longer available to testify. Other reporting highlights that prosecutors are pursuing evidence and analysis that responds to police claims of self-defense, and that some witness protections may relate to testimony that could implicate “Bato.”