The Philippines' security council will verify an alleged assassination threat by Vice President Sara Duterte against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., a top official said on Sunday, describing it as a "matter of national security".

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte sparked outrage by claiming she ordered an assassin to target President Marcos Jr. and key allies if she is killed, later insisting the remarks were exaggerated.

Philippine vice president Sara Duterte sparked a political row by claiming she had hired an assassin to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, his wife Liza Araneta-Marcos, and house speaker Martin Romualdez if she were ever assassinated.

Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte explained his decision to allow VP Sara Duterte to use his office in the House of Representatives, emphasizing public service. This comes amid criticism from House leaders following a lockdown triggered by the Vice President's visit.

Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte said Saturday if she is killed, she has contracted an assassin to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., his wife Liza Araneta-Marcos and House of Representatives Speaker Martin Romualdez.

Sara Duterte held an early press conference to announce she had directed someone to kill Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, his wife and the speaker of the House.

PHILIPPINE Vice President Sara Duterte said Saturday, November 23, 2024, she has contracted an assassin to kill the President, his wife and the House of Represe

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said on Saturday she would have President Ferdinand Marcos Jr assassinated if she herself were killed, prompting Marcos' office to vow "immediate proper action".