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Philippine police arrested dozens after a violent clash near presidential palace, in photos

Philippine police arrested dozens accused of hurling fire bombs and blocking roads near the presidential palace during clashes Sunday, while a separate anti-corruption rally stayed peaceful in the capital. Thousands gathered at city landmarks to denounce a scandal in which lawmakers and officials allegedly pocketed kickbacks from flood-control projects.

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Philippine police arrested dozens after a violent clash near presidential palace, in photos

Protesters in punk costumes join an anti-corruption rally in Manila, Philippines on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila)


Philippine police arrested dozens accused of hurling fire bombs and blocking roads near the presidential palace during clashes Sunday, while a separate anti-corruption rally stayed peaceful in the capital. Thousands gathered at city landmarks to denounce a scandal in which lawmakers and officials allegedly pocketed kickbacks from flood-control projects.

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