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Senator Francis Tolentino expressed disappointment over the recent arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte by the International Criminal Court (ICC). He argues that the ICC has no jurisdiction over Duterte, pointing out that the Philippines withdrew from the Rome Statute in 2019, which he believes nullifies the court’s authority in the case.

Duterte was taken into custody on March 11 upon his arrival in Manila, following an ICC warrant accusing him of crimes against humanity linked to his administration’s war on drugs. The arrest has fueled discussions on the ICC’s authority and the Philippines’ responsibilities under international law.

Tolentino’s position is part of a wider debate among Philippine officials and legal experts regarding the country’s legal standing after leaving the ICC. The situation has sparked mixed reactions both locally and globally, underscoring the ongoing tensions between international justice and national sovereignty.

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