Philippine senator flees Senate amid gunfire chaos
#Philippines #ICCPhilippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa, wanted by the ICC for crimes against humanity, fled the Senate after gunfire from security personnel during a dispute with an agent. President Marcos urged calm amid political tensions. An investigation is underway. read more
Gunfire erupts in Philippine Senate amid arrest standoff
#Philippines #ICCGunfire erupted in the Philippine Senate as authorities attempted to arrest Senator Ronald dela Rosa, a former police chief wanted by the ICC for murder during a deadly drug crackdown. No injuries were reported, and an investigation is underway. read more
Gunfire Erupts in Philippine Senate During Arrest Standoff
#Philippines #ICCGunfire erupted in the Philippine Senate as police attempted to arrest Senator Ronald dela Rosa, wanted by the ICC for crimes against humanity over drug war killings. Dela Rosa sought protective custody from allied senators, escalating tensions. read more
Mayor Survives RPG Attack Before Tense Election
#Philippines #AssassinationAttemptMayor Akmad Mitra Ampatuan survived an RPG ambush on his SUV in the Philippines. His two guards were wounded. Police pursued and killed four assailants in a shootout. The attack occurs two months before regional parliamentary elections. read more
#Philippines #PoliticalResignation
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte resigns as education secretary and anti-insurgency head in President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s Cabinet due to differences in handling key issues, including a crackdown on a religious leader and stance on China's territorial disputes. read more