Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at the International Criminal Court in The Hague to face charges of crimes against humanity. These charges stem from extrajudicial killings linked to his harsh anti-drug policies during his presidency. Current president Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the arrest, clarifying that it followed an official ICC warrant. Duterte's daughter denounced the arrest, claiming it was politically motivated, while advocacy groups, representing victims of his regime, celebrated this as a significant victory for accountability and justice in international law.
Duterte's arrest marks a significant moment in international law, as he becomes the first former Asian leader to face prosecution at the ICC since its inception.
Local advocacy groups hailed Duterte's arrest as a victory for justice, emphasizing the importance of international accountability for leaders accused of state violence.
President Marcos specified that the arrest followed a legal process, stating, 'We followed the legal procedure that is necessary,' in response to the ICC warrant.
Sara Duterte described the arrest as 'state kidnapping,' emphasizing the political implications of the international charges against her father.
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