VP Sara Duterte travels to The Hague for father

Vice President Sara Duterte has left Manila to join her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, in The Hague. He is facing charges at the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity related to his drug war. Senate President Chiz Escudero urged lawmakers to avoid politicizing the situation following Duterte's arrest. He emphasized that the issue should not be used for political gain during the midterm election campaigns. The Philippine National Police has increased alert levels nationwide due to concerns about potential civil disturbances following the arrest of former President Duterte.