Philippine Senate Investigates Duterte's ICC Arrest as Protests Erupt

Former President Rodrigo Duterte faces crimes against humanity charges in The Hague, deepening political divisions in the Philippines.

Rodrigo Duterte, arrested on March 11, 2025, at Manila airport, is now in The Hague facing ICC charges of crimes against humanity for his war on drugs.
The Philippine Senate, led by Senator Imee Marcos, has launched an investigation into the arrest, questioning whether due process and sovereignty were upheld.
Duterte’s arrest has intensified political tensions between the Marcos and Duterte families, whose alliance fractured after the 2022 elections.
Supporters of Duterte have staged protests in the Philippines and internationally, opposing the ICC's jurisdiction and framing the arrest as a violation of national sovereignty.
The ICC has set a hearing date for September 23, 2025, to confirm the charges, marking a significant moment in international accountability efforts.