‘We’re in the middle of a shootout’: Gunfire breaks out at Senate building where politician is holed up

smh.com.au·Zach Hope
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Armed conflict broke out inside the Philippine Senate after authorities tried to arrest Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, who is accused by the International Criminal Court of crimes linked to the country's violent anti-drug campaign. Gunfire erupted during the attempt, triggering chaos as people sheltered inside, while conflicting accounts emerged about who was responsible. The incident highlights a deepening clash between international justice efforts and powerful domestic political figures.

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