Shots fired as Philippine senator wanted by ICC says arrest is imminent

Published on 14 May 2026 11:39:17 AM

Gunshots broke out in chaotic scenes at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday (May 13) where troops had been deployed after a politician wanted by the International Criminal Court urged supporters to mobilise and thwart his imminent arrest.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr called for calm and said no government personnel were involved in the incident.

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