Duterte Arrested at Manila Airport for ICC Charges

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's airport on charges of 'crimes against humanity' for his war on drugs, which resulted in thousands of deaths during his presidency from 2016 to 2022. Vice President Sara Duterte, his daughter, flew to the Netherlands to support him, while the Armed Forces of the Philippines assured readiness to maintain national security amid the arrest. The ICC's warrant has sparked diverse reactions, with some seeing it as a step towards justice and others criticizing it as an affront to Philippine sovereignty. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. defended the arrest, citing the Philippines’ commitment to international agreements, including Interpol. There are ongoing legal efforts by Duterte's family to challenge the arrest, with plans to file for habeas corpus to bring him back to the Philippines. House leaders in the Philippines have lauded the arrest as a significant move towards accountability and justice for the victims of Duterte's drug war.