Curas, líderes religiosos filipinos son amenazados de muerte

In the Philippines, church leaders, including Father Robert Reyes, have received death threats after criticizing President Duterte's anti-drug measures. They are hesitant to seek police protection due to the police's involvement in the campaign, which has resulted in numerous deaths. Instead, they may seek court protection. The threats decreased after Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle informed Duterte. Duterte has often criticized the church for clergy abuse and hypocrisy.

What prompted the priests and church leaders in the Philippines to report receiving threats?

• Their participation in international conferences

• Their involvement in political campaigns

• Their criticism of the president's anti-drug measures

• Their support for the president's policies

Why are the priests hesitant to seek police protection?

• They believe the police are not trustworthy

• They think the police are involved in the anti-drug campaign

• They have already received protection from another source

• They do not consider the threats serious

What alternative are the priests considering for their protection?

• Seeking help from international organizations

• Requesting protection from the court

• Moving to a different country

• Hiring private security

What action did the Archbishop of Manila take regarding the threats?

• He requested international intervention

• He organized a protest

• He informed the president about the threats

• He ignored the threats

How has President Duterte responded to the church's criticism?

• By criticizing the church for hypocrisy

• By ignoring the criticism

• By offering to meet with church leaders

• By apologizing to the church