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Groups Demand Release of 51 Sona Protesters
Human rights and activist groups in Manila are demanding the immediate release of 51 protesters arrested on the day of the President's State of the Nation (SONA) Address. Police detained them for alleged offenses including vandalism and covering their faces.
MANILA, Philippines — Rights and activist groups on Monday called for the release of 51 protesters who were arrested by the police for different violations, including vandalism and covering their faces, on Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City, near the Batasang Pambansa complex where President Marcos delivered his State of the Nation (Sona) Address before Congress. Police claimed the arrested individuals committed different violations. The detentions were part of maintaining public order during the SONA. However, the arrests have sparked concerns about freedom of expression and assembly.
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