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The Palace has issued a warning about possible sanctions against those spreading fake news regarding Senator Bato dela Rosa's arrest, stating that such rumors distract from President Duterte's impeachment trial. This emphasizes the government's concern over misinformation during a critical political period.
The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) chief has denied rumors circulating about the arrest of Senator Bato dela Rosa. The DILG clarified that Dela Rosa has not been arrested nor is he being whisked away to the International Criminal Court.
A circulating video claiming to show Senator Bato Dela Rosa at recent Iglesia Ni Cristo rallies has been fact-checked, revealing the footage is from a January 2025 event.
Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida stated that anyone who assisted Senator Bato dela Rosa in his escape may face criminal charges.
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has summoned the Senate security chief and three others as part of its probe into Senator Bato dela Rosa's alleged evasion.
Philippine authorities, including the NBI and DILG, are recommending the immediate revocation of Senator Bato dela Rosa's 118 gun licenses, with the DOJ chief stating that gun privileges are not a right. The PNP, however, stated it has not yet received a formal request for revocation.
The Philippine National Police has deployed tracker teams to locate and arrest Senator Bato dela Rosa, following an International Criminal Court arrest warrant issued on Friday, May 22.
A human rights lawyer suggests that Philippine Senator Bato dela Rosa's current hiding status could negatively impact former President Duterte's interim release from the International Criminal Court.
A standoff involving Senator Bato dela Rosa at the Philippine Senate culminated in a warning shot fired by the Senate sergeant-at-arms, amidst reports of the NBI attempting to serve a subpoena related to an EJK probe and an ICC arrest warrant. Dela Rosa eventually left the premises after the incident.
Senator Robin Padilla advised Senator Bato dela Rosa to avoid public appearances amidst rumors of an International Criminal Court arrest warrant. Separately, Senator Panfilo Lacson vowed to block any attempts to delay the Senate's convening as an impeachment court.
Senator Bato dela Rosa was absent for 31 out of 58 days during the Philippine Senate's first regular session, according to official records.
Philippine government officials, including the Department of Justice and Department of Interior and Local Government, have dismissed widespread rumors of Senator Bato Dela Rosa's arrest. They attributed the rumors to fake news and denied any secret operations to transfer him to the ICC.
Department of the Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that his agency has no information regarding rumors of Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa's arrest.
The Philippine Ombudsman has ordered Senators Cayetano and Padilla to respond to an obstruction of justice complaint related to the alleged escape of Senator Bato dela Rosa, who is subject to an International Criminal Court warrant, from the Senate.
Senator Bato Dela Rosa's camp has surrendered 20 firearms to the Philippine National Police (PNP) in Davao. The National Bureau of Investigation chief urged Dela Rosa to personally surrender along with the weapons.
A fact-check video addresses common misinformation and lies circulating about Senator Bato dela Rosa and the recent political drama within the Philippine Senate.
The Supreme Court clarified that no ruling has been made yet regarding Senator Ronald 'Bato' Dela Rosa's petition concerning the International Criminal Court's jurisdiction, amidst other related legal and political developments.
The Philippine Senate is undergoing a leadership reshuffle, including Senator Ping Lacson's removal as Blue Ribbon head, following developments in the arrest warrant against Senator Bato dela Rosa. The Supreme Court's rejection of a Temporary Restraining Order against the warrant has put law enforcement on alert for his potential arrest.
Multiple government agencies, including the Department of Justice and the Ombudsman, have launched investigations into a shooting incident and subsequent chaos at the Senate. Senator Bato dela Rosa is now under an immigration lookout order as authorities probe his involvement and whereabouts, amid scrutiny of security protocols and missing CCTV footage.
Following a shootout in the Philippine Senate, questions have arisen regarding the whereabouts of Senator Bato dela Rosa. The incident has prompted concerns and investigations.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has denied issuing any arrest warrants in the Philippines, despite widespread speculation concerning Senator Bato dela Rosa. The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) is reportedly preparing a 10,000-strong task force based on these unconfirmed reports.
Authorities including the NBI, DILG, DOJ, and PNP have denied reports of Senator Bato dela Rosa's arrest, with Malacañang calling it a 'diversionary tactic' and noting that false online posts misrepresent an old video.
Posts have framed legal developments surrounding Senator Bato dela Rosa in the Philippines as attacks on sovereignty, turning Senate events into narratives of a 'constitutional crisis' and 'siege'.
Six additional firearms registered to Senator Bato dela Rosa, who is currently in hiding, have been surrendered to police in Cavite.
Philippine Senator Robin Padilla has refused to reveal the whereabouts of Senator Bato Dela Rosa, who is a fugitive, despite a government order for his arrest.
The Philippine National Police Firearms and Explosives Office revoked Senator Bato dela Rosa's gun license and 117 firearm registrations on Wednesday, May 27.
Hungary has reversed its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), as announced by Péter Magyar. This development comes while Philippine authorities, including the NBI, confirm that Senator Bato Dela Rosa remains in the Philippines despite an ICC arrest warrant and urge him to surrender.
A fact-check debunked false claims that Senator Kiko Pangilinan was suspended from the Senate following a heated exchange with Senator Robin Padilla during discussions on Senator Bato dela Rosa's arrest warrant.
NBI chief Melvin Matibag stated that Robin Padilla is considered a "person of interest" in Senator Bato dela Rosa's escape from the Senate, implying he should be among the first to provide answers.
Five Philippine senators have urged Senator Bato dela Rosa to surrender to "proper authorities," with the Senate reiterating it lacks constitutional authority to provide protective custody from lawful arrest or judicial processes.
The Philippine Senate is reportedly planning to revise its rules regarding absenteeism, including a proposal for a "no work, no pay" policy. Senator Bato dela Rosa has been asked to address the implications of this potential change.