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Ex-Philippines Leader Detained on International War Charges

Mar 16, 2025 | International, Law, Politics

Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested under an International Criminal Court warrant for alleged crimes against humanity during his war on drugs. Held responsible for thousands of deaths, Duterte was escorted to the ICC in The Hague. His war on drugs, initiated as Davao’s mayor, led to over 12,000 deaths. The court accused him of leading the “Davao Death Squad.” Human rights groups highlighted unlawful killings. Despite denying specific orders, Duterte maintained high approval ratings. His daughter, Veronica, shared footage questioning the legal basis of his arrest. Duterte claimed his actions were misunderstood.

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