Duterte's arrest brings hope for justice in Cebu

Raquel Lopez, whose son was killed in a police operation, expressed relief at the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte on March 11. She has sought justice for nearly seven years, feeling that Duterte's arrest is a significant step toward accountability for extrajudicial killings. Duterte was taken into custody at Villamor Air Base after an International Criminal Court warrant was issued for crimes against humanity. His arrest has sparked protests in Cebu City, with many calling it a long-overdue reckoning for the estimated 30,000 deaths linked to his anti-drug campaign. While critics celebrated, supporters of Duterte held vigils, expressing sadness over his detention. They questioned the legality of the arrest, citing the Philippines' withdrawal from the ICC. The nation remains divided over the implications of this development.