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Chaos in the Cradle of Legislation: Gunshots Erupt in Philippine Senate Amidst Deepening Political Crisis

An unprecedented night of terror gripped the Philippine Senate on May 14, 2026, as gunshots echoed through its halls, marking a dramatic escalation in the nation's profound political crisis. This shocking incident unfolded amidst a tense standoff involving Senator Ronald 'Bato' Dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court, and a fierce power struggle between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte.