Philippines goes to polls amid high-stakes showdown between Marcos-Duterte dynasties - Race to Senate watched closely as Sara Duterte faces impeachment trail as her father runs for mayor

Millions of Philippine voters braved temperatures of up to 44C (111F) to vote in midterm elections that could decide the fate of impeached Vice President Sara Duterte as she feuds with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

Philippine midterm elections turn into a critical proxy battle between Ferdinand Marcos and Sara Duterte, influencing the 2028 presidential race amidst tensions and violence.