Philippine Senator Flees Senate After ICC Warrant
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- Senator flees the Senate after an ICC arrest warrant is issued for alleged drug‑war crimes.
- Minister says the Philippines will definitely comply with the ICC’s request to arrest the senator.
- Shots were fired during a standoff over the senator’s arrest warrant.
- Philippines vows to hand the fugitive over to the ICC.
Why it matters: The ICC secures its first arrest of a sitting Philippine senator, bolstering its authority, while the Philippines' compliance affects its diplomatic relations and foreign aid prospects.
