Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa

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Under Senate protective custody; ICC arrest warrant unsealed May 11, 2026

Philippine Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa was placed under Senate protective custody Monday after the ICC unsealed an arrest warrant. The warrant names him for crimes against humanity and cites at least 32 killings during the anti-drug campaign he ran as national police chief from 2016 to 2018.

Updated May 31

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Wanted by the International Criminal Court

The Philippine Senate put on judicial robes Monday and opened the second impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. The House charges her with stealing public money, hiding wealth, and plotting to have President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. killed.

Updated May 18