Duterte Arrested, Reportedly En Route to The Hague

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his return to Manila on March 11, 2025, based on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant for alleged crimes against humanity related to his controversial war on drugs. Following his arrest, Duterte boarded a flight to The Hague, Netherlands, arranged by Challenger Aero Corporation, though the exact reasons for his journey remain unclear. His daughter, Veronica Duterte, expressed concern on social media regarding the lack of information shared with the family about his destination. The ICC has accused Duterte of overseeing mass killings during his time as mayor of Davao City and as president. Observers are closely monitoring the situation as Duterte's international travel has garnered significant attention and speculation. Duterte himself questioned the legal basis for his arrest, reflecting his contentious and defiant public persona.