Duterte's arrest highlights accountability for human rights abuses

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested, highlighting the need for accountability for human rights violations. House Minority Leader France Castro stated this event is significant for victims of Duterte's administration, which faced allegations of thousands of extrajudicial killings. Duterte is charged with crimes against humanity related to his controversial war on drugs, with estimates of deaths ranging from 6,000 to 20,000. The arrest warrant was confirmed by the Presidential Communications Office after Interpol Manila received it from the International Criminal Court. ACT Teachers Party-list nominee Antonio Tinio expressed hope that Vice President Sara Duterte will also face legal consequences. He emphasized the importance of holding all those involved in the alleged atrocities accountable.