Former President Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest over alleged crimes against humanity related to his deadly drug war has sparked backlash, with his daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte, condemning the move as “oppression”. Duterte was arrested in Manila on an ICC warrant and flown to The Hague, potentially becoming the first Asian former head of state to stand trial at the ICC. Sara Duterte is on her way to the Netherlands to support her father and organize his legal team.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr defended the government’s decision to facilitate Duterte’s arrest, citing compliance with Interpol commitments. Duterte’s youngest daughter plans to file a habeas corpus request to bring him back to the Philippines. Duterte’s legal team is seeking clarity on his whereabouts and access to him.
Meanwhile, Sara Duterte’s trip to The Hague follows her recent impeachment by the Philippine lower house amid tensions with Marcos Jr. The ICC has been investigating Duterte for alleged crimes against humanity since 2018, stemming from his crackdown on drugs that resulted in thousands of deaths. Duterte’s supporters held a candlelit vigil calling for justice for his victims.
Duterte’s presidency was marked by a brutal campaign against drugs, with thousands killed in anti-drug operations. Despite ongoing investigations and legal challenges, Duterte and his family continue to face backlash for their controversial actions during his time in power.
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