Duterte arrested in Philippines for ICC crimes warrant

Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines, was arrested in Manila on Tuesday. This follows an International Criminal Court warrant accusing him of crimes against humanity related to his controversial war on drugs, which allegedly led to thousands of extrajudicial killings. Duterte was taken into custody at the airport after returning from Hong Kong. His lawyer claims the arrest is unlawful, arguing that the Philippines withdrew from the ICC while Duterte was in office. The arrest marks a significant development in the pursuit of justice for victims of the drug war. Duterte, who served as president until 2022, has faced numerous accusations but remained influential. His arrest could challenge the perception of his immunity and may lead to further scrutiny of his actions during his presidency.