Duterte's arrest raises stakes in Philippine midterm elections

Experts call latest developments 'seismic' ahead of nationwide May polls

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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, left, and incumbent President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (Photo by Getty/Reuters)

RAMON ROYANDOYAN and FRANCESCA REGALADO

MANILA -- Former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest by the International Criminal Court will impact the Philippines' political landscape as the country heads into midterm elections amid a growing rivalry between the families of Duterte and incumbent President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., according to analysts.

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