Apollo Quiboloy Arrested in Davao City

Filipino preacher Apollo Quiboloy, accused of sexual abuse and human trafficking, was arrested in Davao City after a two-week standoff with police. Quiboloy, a close ally of former President Rodrigo Duterte, is also wanted by the FBI for sex trafficking and other charges in the U.S. His arrest has stirred political tensions, with Duterte defending him and filing cases against government officials. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has stated that Quiboloy will receive no special treatment and emphasized the rule of law. Quiboloy's surrender occurred after police threatened to raid his compound, leading to his detention in Manila. The case is seen as a significant blow to Duterte's political influence and has drawn attention to broader issues of impunity and justice in the Philippines.