Philippines Bans Two U.S. Senators, Considers Visa Rules For Americans

The Philippines has threatened to impose stricter travel restrictions on Americans in response to US sanctions related to the detention of Philippine Senator Leila de Lima. President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the denial of entry to US Senators Dick Durbin and Patrick Leahy, who proposed sanctions against those involved in De Lima's detention. De Lima, a critic of the Philippine government, was charged with drug offenses after investigating Duterte's anti-drug campaign. The Philippine government warns it may require US nationals to obtain visas if the US continues to interfere. De Lima's case is presented as prosecution, not persecution.

What action did President Rodrigo Duterte take regarding US Senators Durbin and Leahy?

What were the sanctions proposed by the US in response to Senator Leila de Lima's detention?

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What is the significance of Senator De Lima's case according to the Philippine government?

What role did Senator Leila de Lima have in the Philippine government before her detention?