Philippines anti-terrorism law 'threatens human rights' despite 'killer caveat' strikedown (update)

The law was signed by Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte in 2020. - Reuters

MANILA, Dec 9 (AFP): The Philippines' highest court has struck down a "killer caveat" in President Rodrigo Duterte's controversial anti-terrorism law, but critics said Thursday the rest of the legislation still threatened human rights.

The law, which took effect last year, gives the country's security forces sweeping powers to go after suspected terrorists, but opponents say it is being used to stifle dissent and target government critics.