Duterte supporters hold rallies nationwide after ICC arrest

Hundreds of supporters of former President Rodrigo Duterte held rallies and prayer gatherings in Mindanao and the Visayas on March 11-12, following his arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity.

In Davao City, thousands gathered for an indignation rally as Duterte was en route to his detention facility, with activities continuing into the night.

On March 13, hundreds of emergency responders in Davao City held a unity ride with sirens and honking horns to show their support.

In Kidapawan City, about 5,000 people occupied a portion of the highway for a prayer rally, with the mayor closing the highway for the gathering.

Rallies and motorcades in support of Duterte were also held in Butuan, Cotabato, Iligan, Koronadal, Tacurong, and Zamboanga City.

Around 2,500 supporters gathered in front of the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC) on Wednesday night, March 12, to show their solidarity.

Muslim residents in Iligan City burned a poster of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to protest the treatment of Duterte.

Rallyists cited better law and order during Duterte's term, while some writings suggest the rallies represent a rebirth of unity and a re-assertion of the people's authority.

PDP-Laban Deputy Secretary General for Visayas and senatorial bet Jayvee Hinlo expressed pain over Duterte being brought before a foreign court instead of the country's.