Expelled Philippine Lawmaker Seeks Asylum in Timor-Leste After Arrest on Terrorism and Murder Charges
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Expelled lawmaker Teves is considering seeking political asylum in Timor-Leste as his legal team explores options after his arrest there. His detention has been extended by 15 days.
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Teves previously applied for asylum in May 2023 but was rejected. His lawyers may bring his case to the UN Commission on Human Rights.
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Teves was arrested in Timor-Leste while playing golf. The Philippines' government is considering extradition or deportation to bring him back.
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Teves was implicated as the mastermind behind the assassination of a Negros Oriental governor in 2023. He faces an arrest warrant for a 2019 murder case.
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In 2023 Teves was labeled a terrorist by the Anti-Terrorism Council for alleged leadership of an armed group behind killings and harassments. He faces terrorism financing charges.