Rodrigo Duterte's ICC Arrest Fuels Protests and Misinformation

The former Philippine president remains in custody at The Hague as false narratives and political tensions escalate following his arrest on crimes against humanity charges.

• Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on March 11, 2025, at Manila airport and transported to The Hague to face crimes against humanity charges related to his anti-drug campaign.
• Protests involving approximately 50,000 demonstrators have taken place across the Philippines and abroad since Duterte's arrest.
• Misinformation campaigns have spread online, including false claims about pro-Duterte rallies, the ICC dismissing the case, and fabricated narratives involving international figures.
• The arrest has intensified the political divide between the Duterte and Marcos families, with accusations and criticisms exchanged between the two political dynasties.
• China has criticized the ICC's actions, calling them politically motivated and accusing the court of double standards.

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