war on drugs

The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that federal law prohibiting firearm possession by cannabis users violates the Second Amendment. The decision centered on Ali Hemani, a Texas man who used marijuana and owned a gun, with the Court rejecting the logic of criminalizing gun ownership for drug users as inconsistent with historical firearm regulation traditions.

The U.S. is merging its war on terrorism with the war on drugs, leading to a long-term military engagement. Critics argue the goal of eliminating the drug trade is unrealistic.

Duterte's International Criminal Court (ICC) trial is set to begin on 30 November, as he faces charges linked to a violent drug war that resulted in thousands of deaths.

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte will face a crimes against humanity trial at the International Criminal Court starting November 30. He is accused of involvement in at least 76 murders during his 'war on drugs' between 2013 and 2018, making him the first Asian former head of state to face ICC prosecution.

Gunfire erupted at the Philippine Senate as authorities attempted to arrest Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity linked to former President Rodrigo Duterte's drug war. Dela Rosa managed to flee the scene. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about extrajudicial killings in the Philippines, with critics noting similar abuses continue under current President Ferdinand Marcos.

Gunfire erupted at the Philippine Senate during a standoff involving Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who fled to his office to evade arrest on an ICC warrant. Dela Rosa, a key enforcer of President Duterte's controversial war on drugs, is facing international legal action. The incident highlights escalating tensions between Philippine authorities and international justice mechanisms.

Active-duty US soldiers with PTSD will undergo MDMA-assisted therapy in 2024 as part of Department of Defense-funded studies. The therapy aims to help soldiers process trauma, with 186 participants expected to take part in multiple sessions.

The Trump administration has signaled a shift in Republican drug policy by fast-tracking psychedelic drug reviews and rescheduling medical marijuana, diverging from past stances like Nixon's 'war on drugs.' This marks a departure from the GOP's traditional 'just say no' approach to drug regulation.

Philippines' former president Rodrigo Duterte is set to face trial at the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity linked to his 'war on drugs' campaign, which allegedly resulted in the deaths of thousands. ICC judges confirmed there are substantial grounds to believe Duterte was responsible for murder and attempted murder charges.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed the trial of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity linked to his 'war on drugs' campaign. The charges stem from the extrajudicial killings during his administration's anti-drug operations.

Baltimore officials are in dispute over control of $35 million in cannabis tax reparations funds, delaying distribution to affected communities. The conflict between City Hall and the Community Reinvestment and Reparations Commission has prevented funds from reaching residents despite over $1.1 billion in cannabis sales since legalization in 2023.