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DevelopingNext check : Whether the protesters dispersed and the three journalists were released or their cases resolved.

Where it stands

On July 22, Filipino activists protesting Marco Rubio’s Manila visit clashed with police in Pasay City. Three journalists were harassed or detained; the report does not say whether they were released or their cases resolved, or whether protesters dispersed, so the demonstration’s conclusion remains unclear.

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    1. Update 1Rubio's Manila Day Opens With Clashes, a Crowd That Disagrees With Itself, and a US$2.5 Billion Pledge

    The story so far

    1. Update 1

      Rubio's Manila Day Opens With Clashes, a Crowd That Disagrees With Itself, and a US$2.5 Billion Pledge

      Anti-US protesters scuffled with riot police outside the ASEAN foreign ministers' meeting. Sources split on how many showed up. Washington came with money.

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      • Crowd size: Philstar reported ~30 protesters, The Whistler reported 100+, and no single figure has been independently verified.
      • Whether anyone faces charges, and whether the police conduct toward journalists is formally disciplined.

    History

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    Who's involved

    People

    • Bongbong Marcospresident of the Philippines since 20221 report
    • Marco Rubio72nd United States Secretary of State since 20251 report

    Places

    • Malacañang PalaceJose P J.P. Laurel St, San Miguel, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines1 report
    • Philippine International Convention CenterPICC Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines1 report
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