Duterte arrested for alleged drug campaign killings

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's airport on a warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity linked to his anti-drug campaign. This marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation into mass killings during his presidency. The ICC's warrant claims there are reasonable grounds to believe that the killings were widespread and systematic. Duterte's arrest aims to ensure his appearance before the court, as he was expected to ignore a summons. Duterte's detention has sparked protests from his supporters, who claim it violates his rights. The ICC's investigation into drug-related killings began in 2011, and the court resumed its inquiry in 2023 after rejecting objections from Duterte's administration.