Duterte arrested by Interpol under ICC warrant

On March 11th, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested by Interpol under an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant historical moment.

This development comes amidst widespread support from his social media followers who are portraying Duterte as a victim and hero while questioning the legality of his arrest despite Interpol's involvement in facilitating his transfer to The Hague.

Duterte’s allies, including Salvador Panelo and family members, have reiterated claims that his arrest is unlawful, similar to their stance during the ICC investigation into the war on drugs.

Despite fact-checking by Rappler confirming otherwise, posts claiming the ICC has no jurisdiction over Duterte or the Philippines continue to circulate online.

The Nerve reports ongoing efforts to monitor social media for disinformation and propaganda from Duterte’s supporters. These include paid advertisements and coordinated behavior designed to manipulate public discourse.