Former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV filed a new cyberlibel complaint against 18 individuals identified as former marines and several hosts of a media outlet before the Department of Justice (DOJ).
The complaint stemmed from statements made by the group in media interviews alleging that they delivered money to Trillanes’ residence intended for the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Trillanes said the group’s statements have changed in different interviews, which he claimed contradict their earlier joint affidavit and previous declarations.
According to the former senator, several public statements were cited as basis for the complaint. These included the group’s press conference on Feb. 23, 2026, their joint affidavit, an interview conducted on March 1, a press conference in Pasig City on March 5, and a recent media interview.
Trillanes also included several hosts of a media outlet in the complaint, alleging that they encouraged the statements that he described as false.
He maintained that he will continue filing cases as long as the group continues to spread what he described as incorrect and false stories.
Meanwhile, Trillanes also revealed that about five of their former colleagues were allegedly offered money to come forward but reportedly declined the offer.
He said some of those approached remain active in service, while others are already retired.
The former senator did not provide additional details regarding the alleged offers but reiterated that legal actions would continue in response to the statements made against him.
The case has been formally submitted to the Department of Justice for evaluation and further proceedings.
