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Duterte Faces ICC Trial Amid Controversial Drug War Charges

3/18/2025

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) is set to move forward with Rodrigo Duterte's trial, undeterred by legal challenges surrounding his arrest. Former Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio has confirmed the ICC's authority in the matter. Duterte, facing serious charges of crimes against humanity linked to his controversial drug war, will have his first hearing in September, while the Philippine Senate will scrutinize the due process of his arrest.

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) is set to move forward with Rodrigo Duterte's trial, undeterred by legal challenges surrounding his arrest. Former Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio has confirmed the ICC's authority in the matter. Duterte, facing serious charges of crimes against humanity linked to his controversial drug war, will have his first hearing in September, while the Philippine Senate will scrutinize the due process of his arrest.