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The Philippine Senate was placed on full alert and lockdown after gunshots were reported, leading to an investigation into what some described as an "attack" or "standoff." Officials denied government involvement, clarifying that Marines present were security detail.
MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla met with several senators after multiple gunshots were heard inside the Senate on Wednesday night. In a Facebook livestream, Sen.
The Philippine Senate experienced chaos and gunshots amid rising tensions over an arrest warrant for Senator Bato dela Rosa, who remained in the building. Dela Rosa sought support from colleagues and alumni while facing calls to surrender and a Supreme Court denial of a temporary restraining order.
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The wife and lawyer of a National Bureau of Investigation 'volunteer,' reportedly detained inside the Philippine Senate, were denied entry while attempting to inquire about his condition.