Why Did the Philippines Hand Over Duterte_

Why did the Philippines arrest its former president, Rodrigo Duterte? In a dramatic turn of events, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested and extradited to The Hague to stand trial before the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity. After years of enjoying immunity, the once-untouchable leader now faces serious allegations related to his brutal war on drugs, which left thousands dead between 2011 and 2019. But why did the Philippines—once fiercely protective of Duterte—suddenly hand him over? This video investigates the political unraveling that led to his arrest, the secret ICC warrant, and the growing tensions between Duterte and President President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos that may have sealed his fate.

This video explores the deeper history behind Duterte’s rise: a nation frustrated by crime, corruption, and inequality, and a former mayor who built a reputation for being tough on drugs. From vigilante killings in Davao City to widespread extrajudicial executions under his presidency, we unpack how Duterte's controversial policies led to global condemnation and ultimately, an international arrest. With Philippine society now deeply divided, and international justice in the spotlight, is this a turning point for accountability—or a politically motivated act of revenge? Watch the full breakdown to understand what really happened and what’s next for Duterte?

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*VIDEO CHAPTERS*
00:00 Introduction and Titles
00:42 Rodrigo Duterte and the Prosecution of Former Heads of State
01:46 The Philippines: Location and Population
02:18 A Brief History of the Philippines
03:12 The Emergence of the Drug Problem
04:17 The Emergence of Rodrigo Duterte
05:35 President Duterte and the War on Drugs
07:39 Duterte Protected by President Marcos
09:45 Why Did Marcos Abandon Duterte?
10:55 The Arrest and Extradition of Duterte to the ICC
11:57 Reactions to Duterte’s Arrest and Extradition

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