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Head of Philippines news site Rappler arrested
Trumps buddy, duterte, does what trump dreams of doing.
The CEO of Rappler, a news website critical of the government in the Philippines, has been arrested at its headquarters in Manila.
Maria Ressa said the accusation of "cyber-libel" is an attempt by Rodrigo Duterte's government to silence the publication.
It is the latest in a string of different allegations against her.
The president, who calls the site "fake news", has previously denied charges against her are politically motivated.
Maria Ressa said the accusation of "cyber-libel" is an attempt by Rodrigo Duterte's government to silence the publication.
It is the latest in a string of different allegations against her.
The president, who calls the site "fake news", has previously denied charges against her are politically motivated.
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-47225217
