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Families of drug war victims testify before the Truth Commission, seeking answers and closure after years of silence.

epaselect epa13168655 Luzviminda Siapo (L), whose son Raymart is believed to have been a victim of an extrajudicial killing in March 2017 during former President Rodrigo Duterte's anti-illegal drugs campaign, reacts at the close of a Truth Commission session at a Catholic facility in Manila, Philippines, 14 August 2026. The civilian-led commission held the session to document acts of violence during Duterte's anti-drug campaign and formulate evidence-based recommendations for prosecution, institutional reform and healing. Duterte remains detained in The Hague, facing charges of crimes against humanity before the International Criminal Court. EPA/ROLEX DELA PENA

Despite risks in the Strait of Hormuz and Black Sea, seafarers from the Philippines are still competing for jobs.

Philippine sailors

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