The Philippine Senate is set to open Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial on Monday, with her political career -- and a planned 2028 presidential run -- in the balance.

Vice President Sara Duterte’s physical attendance at her impeachment trial will depend on how the proceedings unfold, defense spokesperson Atty. Michael Poa said Monday, declining to confirm whether she would personally appear before the Senate impeachment court.

MANILA, Philippines — A trial chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has allowed the prosecution to freeze the undisclosed amount of money seized from former President Rodrigo Duterte when he was taken into the tribunal’s custody.