Gunfire as Philippine senator resists ICC arrest in the Senate
Gunfire rang out at the Philippine Senate building as former national police chief and senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa resisted an International Criminal Court arrest attempt. The incident has triggered a major legal and political debate.
Gunfire erupted at the Philippine Senate building as Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa, a former national police chief and central figure in former President Rodrigo Duterte's anti-drug campaign, resisted an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court.
The BBC Asia report says Dela Rosa took refuge inside the Senate chamber, with his private security clashing with officers. Several injuries have been reported, and authorities are still assessing the legal implications.
The incident extends the Philippines' ongoing tensions with the ICC. A government spokesperson said an official statement would be issued to clarify the country's position on its international obligations.
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