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Philippine senator flees amid gunfire at Senate
A Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court has fled from the Senate following an incident involving gunfire. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the event. (sources: ap, npr, abc, nytimes, reuters)
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Gunshots were reported at the Philippine Senate, prompting a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court to escape. A police investigation is ongoing, with suspicions that the incident may have been staged.
- Gunfire erupted at the Philippine Senate, leading to an incident.
- Senator Ronald dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court, fled during the event.
- Authorities are investigating the possibility that the shooting was staged to facilitate the senator's escape.
Why it matters
The incident raises questions about security and the political climate in the Philippines.
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