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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon arrival at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA 3) in Manila on March 11, 2023. The arrest stems from an international warrant issued by the ICC for crimes against humanity related to his controversial “war on drugs,” which reportedly resulted in the death of over 30,000 individuals. This marks the first time a former Philippine president has been arrested under the authority of an international tribunal. Duterte had previously been placed on a Red Notice alert by Interpol following the ICC’s issuance of a warrant. His arrest followed days of speculation and preparation by Philippine authorities in anticipation of his return from Hong Kong, where he attended an event for overseas Filipino workers.
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- Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA 3) on March 11, 2024, based on an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court.
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- This marks the first time a former Philippine president has been arrested by an international tribunal.
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- Duterte is facing charges of crimes against humanity related to his controversial “war on drugs” which resulted in the deaths of over 30,000 people according to human rights groups.
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- The arrest was preceded by the issuance of a Red Notice alert by Interpol, following the ICC’s warrant for Duterte’s arrest.
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- Several high-ranking officials, including representatives from the PNP and Interpol, were present at NAIA as Duterte returned to the Philippines after staying in Hong Kong.
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