The third day of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte saw the defense team cross-examining a prosecution witness regarding digital evidence related to alleged grave threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.and his family.

National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Senior Agent John Mark Calilung was scrutinized by defense lawyer Carlo Joaquin Narvasa, who questioned the credibility of the evidence and the authenticity of a video where Duterte allegedly made threats.The trial also highlighted the potential testimony of Zuleika Lopez, the OVP chief-of-staff, who was detained at the House of Representatives.Senator Risa Hontiveros raised concerns about Lopez's detention and its connection to Duterte's alleged threats.

The NBI agent claimed Duterte's statements constituted serious threats, while the defense argued there was no concrete evidence of an assassination plot.The impeachment court presiding officer ordered submissions on subpoena requests for tax documents, setting further proceedings for July 15.The trial continues with both prosecution and defense preparing arguments for potential conviction.