Philippine police ready to assist Interpol with potential arrest warrant for Duterte

The Philippine National Police (PNP) stated it is prepared to assist Interpol if an arrest warrant is issued for former President Rodrigo Duterte. This announcement follows Duterte's challenge to the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate alleged crimes during his presidency. Although the Philippines is no longer a member of the ICC, it remains part of Interpol. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla noted that any Interpol action must go through the Philippine court system. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. affirmed that the government will not obstruct the ICC and has obligations to Interpol. Human rights group Karapatan urged the government to cooperate with the ICC regarding Duterte's alleged involvement in drug war killings.