Philippine Senate Opens Inquiry Into Duterte’s ICC Arrest

The investigation examines the legality and implications of the former president's arrest for crimes against humanity during his war on drugs.

Rodrigo Duterte, former Philippine president, was arrested on March 11, 2025, at Manila airport and handed over to the ICC to face charges of crimes against humanity.
The charges stem from Duterte's anti-drug campaign, which allegedly resulted in thousands of extrajudicial killings, including police-led and vigilante operations.
The Philippine Senate, led by Senator Imee Marcos, has launched an investigation into the arrest, citing concerns over due process and national sovereignty.
The arrest has deepened political divisions, particularly between the Marcos and Duterte families, whose alliance unraveled following the 2022 elections.
Human rights groups have praised the arrest as a step toward accountability, while Duterte's supporters have protested, framing it as a violation of sovereignty.