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Castro hits Dela Rosa's plan to hide if ICC issues warrant
Malacañang, through Presidential Communications Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro, criticized Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa's expressed intention to hide if the International Criminal Court (ICC) issues a warrant for his arrest.
Castro questioned Dela Rosa's statement, particularly given his former role as Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief, suggesting that leaders should not advocate for hiding when facing legal complaints.
The Palace does not support this mindset, emphasizing that leaders should confront allegations rather than evade them.
Castro warned that such an attitude is detrimental to ordinary citizens who look up to government officials.
She reiterated that it is not beneficial for Filipinos if their leaders refuse to face accusations.
Senator Dela Rosa, a former ally of ex-President Rodrigo Duterte, has previously argued that the ICC lacks jurisdiction over the Philippines.
Former President Duterte is currently in the ICC's custody in The Hague, facing allegations of crimes against humanity related to the drug war during his presidency.
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Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa is considering going into hiding if the International Criminal Court (ICC) issues an arrest warrant against him.
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Malacañang criticized Senator Bato Dela Rosa's statements about considering going into hiding in response to a potential International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant.
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Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa stated he will evade arrest if an arrest warrant is issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC), emphasizing he will only surrender if circumstances force him to.
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Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa is seeking temporary protection from the Senate amid fears of an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) following the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte.
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Palace Communications Officer Claire Castro stated that the Philippine National Police (PNP) will coordinate with Interpol if Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa evades arrest should the International Criminal Court (ICC) issue a warrant.
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