Shots Fired Inside Philippine Senate During ICC Warrant Attempt on Senator Ronald dela Rosa
Authorities attempted to serve an International Criminal Court warrant on Ronald dela Rosa inside the Philippine Senate on Thursday. Dela Rosa, a key ally of former President Rodrigo Duterte, faces the warrant over his involvement in Duterte’s anti-drug campaign. Footage captured the moment shots rang out during the operation.
manilatimes.netShots rang out inside the Philippine Senate on Thursday as authorities attempted to execute an International Criminal Court warrant targeting Ronald dela Rosa. The warrant for dela Rosa stems from his role in former President Rodrigo Duterte’s anti-drug campaign that killed thousands. Ronald dela Rosa is a former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte ally.
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@sentdefender reported that footage showing the moment when shots rang out in the Philippine Senate emerged as authorities moved to serve the ICC document. The attempt to arrest dela Rosa unfolded inside the Senate chamber, according to video circulating from the scene. No immediate details were available on injuries or whether the warrant was successfully executed.
The incident marked a dramatic escalation in efforts to pursue accountability for the anti-drug operations that defined Duterte’s presidency. Dela Rosa’s prominence as a Duterte ally placed him at the center of the controversial campaign, which drew international scrutiny and eventual ICC interest.
The warrant’s execution attempt inside a legislative building underscored the tension between domestic political institutions and international legal obligations.
@sentdefender reported the footage captured the chaotic scene as the operation unfolded.
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