Gunfire Erupts in Philippine Senate Amid Arrest Standoff with Lawmaker
Chaos unfolded in the Philippine Senate as gunfire erupted during a standoff involving Senator Ronald Marapon Dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on charges of crimes against humanity linked to his role in the controversial drug war under former President Duterte. As police attempted to execute an arrest warrant, shots were fired, prompting a lockdown in the Senate building and leading to calls for people to take cover. Dela Rosa, who has been described as a close ally of Duterte, reportedly evaded arrest in a dramatic chase, taking refuge within the Senate. The government has claimed it is not involved in the chaos, but the situation remains tense as the ICC pursues the senator.
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