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Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

• ICC prosecution ‘strongly opposes’ Duterte’s release to his chosen country

Prosecutors of the International Criminal Court ‘strongly opposes’ the request of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte to be temporarily released to a chosen country. The filing was made public Tuesday, June 24.

• Israel says Iran violates ceasefire, orders strikes on Tehran

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz orders the military to strike Tehran in response to missiles he claims Iran fired, breaking the ceasefire announced earlier by US President Donald Trump.

• Over 200 foreigners rescued from scam centers still stranded along Thai-Myanmar border

A local rebel group says more than 200 foreign nationals rescued from scam centers in eastern Myanmar are still stuck near the border with Thailand.

• Former journalist and rights advocate Ali Macalintal shot dead in General Santos City

Former journalist and human rights worker Ali Macalintal was killed in General Santos City on Monday, June 23. She served as Karapatan’s deputy secretary general for Soccsksargen and was a former broadcaster for RPN XDX.

• Alex Eala blasts world No. 61 Lucia Bronzetti, advances in Eastbourne Open

Alex Eala earned a smooth and quick win on Monday, June 23, 6-0, 6-1, against Lucia Bronzetti of Italy in the opening round of the WTA 250 Lexus Eastbourne Open main draw. – Rappler.com