After months of hiding from the International Criminal Court (ICC) amid reports of a warrant for his arrest, Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa surfaced at the Senate, triggering a series of chaotic events that led to gunshots being fired within the chamber’s premises.
Dela Rosa is now confirmed to be facing an arrest warrant for crimes against humanity charges in relation to the drug war of Rodrigo Duterte, whom he had served as Philippine police chief. The Department of Justice has said that the Philippine government can surrender suspects to international courts, based on local law.
On this page, we bring you the latest updates, videos, photos, and reactions to Dela Rosa’s attempt to evade the ICC, the tensions at the Senate, and the wider political fallout from the saga.


