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Gunshots fired as chaos erupts at Philippine Senate

Gunshots were heard at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday amidst escalating chaos. Reuters witnesses reported people being told to seek cover as the situation unfolded.

ReutersSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-05-13 · 12:21 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
Gunshots fired as chaos erupts at Philippine Senate
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Gunshots were heard at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday amidst escalating chaos. Reuters witnesses reported people being told to seek cover as the situation unfolded. The incident occurred in anticipation of a potential attempt to arrest a prominent senator wanted by the International Criminal Court. It remains unclear who fired the shots or the precise circumstances surrounding the event. Earlier, over ten military personnel in camouflage, some armed with assault rifles, were observed at the Senate building, though their presence and purpose were not immediately explained. Military officials were unavailable for comment at the time.

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It was unclear what was happening or who fired the shots.

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More than 10 military personnel in camouflage fatigues arrived at the Senate building, some carrying assault rifles.

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People were told to run for cover at the Philippine Senate.

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Gunshots were heard at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday.

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Chaos mounted in anticipation of an attempt to arrest a top senator wanted by the International Criminal Court.

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Volleys of gunshots ⁠were heard at the Philippine Senate ⁠on Wednesday and people were told to run for cover, Reuters witnesses heard, as chaos mounted in anticipation of an attempt to arrest a top senator wanted by the International Criminal Court.It was unclear what was happening ‌or who fired the shots. More than 10 military personnel in camouflage fatigues had earlier arrived at the Senate building, some carrying assault rifles, Reuters journalists saw.It was not immediately clear why troops were there and military officials could not immediately be reached for comment. It was unclear if other security personnel were inside ⁠the building.
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