FACT CHECK: Duterte not back in PH; posts use AI-generated ‘airport’ photo

Rappler - Sep 24, 2026

The viral photos of Duterte at the airport are 99% likely to be AI-generated, according to AI detection tools. Duterte is still in the custody of the ICC, where he faces charges of crimes against humanity.

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