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Palace on reso seeking Digong’s ICC release: ‘Noted’
Malacañang has acknowledged a resolution filed by Senator Alan Peter Cayetano proposing the interim release and house arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte at a Philippine embassy.
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that the resolution is "noted," adding that Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla had already commented on the request for interim release.
Cayetano's resolution suggests negotiating with the International Criminal Court (ICC) for Duterte's custody to be transferred to the Philippine Embassy in The Hague, under house arrest or similar arrangements, subject to ICC conditions.
Cayetano expressed gratitude for the "noted" response, interpreting it as an indication that Malacañang is open to discussing the proposal.
He also questioned the country's commitment to human rights in light of the public debate surrounding his resolution.
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