Trillanes Sues Cayetano and Marcoleta Over Senate Hearing and ICC Lies

Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV has filed lawsuits against Senators Alan Peter Cayetano and Rodante Marcoleta, alleging a 'sham' Senate hearing and false statements regarding the International Criminal Court. Trillanes also added to complaints against 18 former soldiers.

25 Jun, 06:15 — 25 Jun, 16:57

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This legal action by a prominent opposition figure against sitting senators and former military personnel highlights ongoing political tensions and legal battles in the Philippines. It could impact the political landscape, especially concerning the upcoming 2026 elections and discussions around the International Criminal Court.

Key entitiesAntonio Trillanes IV Alan Peter Cayetano Rodante Marcoleta Department of Justice (DOJ)

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Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV filed cyberlibel complaints
The complaints were filed against Senators Alan Peter Cayetano and Rodante Marcoleta
The complaints also include 18 former soldiers-turned-bagmen

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Trillanes filed cyberlibel cases against Cayetano and Marcoleta

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The complaints were filed before the Department of Justice (DOJ)

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The complaints also include 18 former soldiers-turned-bagmen

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The specific allegations of 'sham' Senate hearing and 'ICC lies' as the basis for the cyberlibel case

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inquirercentercenter-leftneutralMostly FactualHighlights Trillanes's specific allegations

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The coverage is largely factual, but Inquirer provides more detail on Trillanes's specific accusations, aligning with a slightly center-left lean by focusing on the allegations against the named senators.

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inquirerMostly Factual4d ago

Trillanes sues Cayetano, Marcoleta over ‘sham’ Senate hearing, ICC lies

MANILA, Philippines — Former Sen. Antonio “Sonny” Trillanes IV has filed a cyberlibel case before the Department of Justice (DOJ) against Sens. Alan Peter Cayetano and Rodante Marcoleta, along with 18 “bodyguards” of former congressman Zaldy Co. The complaint stemmed from what Trillanes describes as a “rogue” Senate blue ribbon committee hearing held last June

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philstarMostly Factual4d ago

Trillanes adds to complaints vs 18 ex-soldiers; Cayetano, Marcoleta also sued

The former senator filed cyberlibel complaints against Sens. Alan Peter Cayetano and Rodante Marcoleta, along with 18 former soldiers-turned-bagmen.

By Ian Laqui

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First report: philstar · 25 Jun, 06:15|Full coverage: 2 · 11h|Window: 11h

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Trillanes adds to complaints vs 18 ex-soldiers; Cayetano, Marcoleta also sued

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Trillanes Sues Cayetano and Marcoleta Over Senate Hearing and ICC Lies

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Trillanes sues Cayetano, Marcoleta over ‘sham’ Senate hearing, ICC lies

Trillanes adds to complaints vs 18 ex-soldiers; Cayetano, Marcoleta also sued

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Trillanes adds to complaints vs 18 ex-soldiers; Cayetano, Marcoleta also sued

Trillanes sues Cayetano, Marcoleta over ‘sham’ Senate hearing, ICC lies

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