Pastor Apollo Quiboloy Arrested for Sex Trafficking

Apollo Quiboloy, a prominent Filipino pastor and ally of former President Rodrigo Duterte, has been arrested in the Philippines after being sought by U.S. authorities for child sex trafficking. Interior Secretary Benjamin Abalos confirmed the arrest, which follows a two-week police search at Quiboloy's church compound in Davao, where he was believed to be hiding. Quiboloy faces charges in the Philippines for human trafficking and sexual abuse, and he is also on the FBI's 'most wanted' list for related offenses, including bulk cash smuggling. Despite his influential position and large following, Quiboloy has denied all allegations against him. The arrest reflects ongoing tensions between his church and the Philippine government under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who he claims is conspiring with U.S. agencies against him. His case has attracted significant media attention due to his political connections and the serious nature of the charges.