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Duterte's ICC Hearing Delayed Amid Health Concerns

9/11/2025

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) postponed a pretrial hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte due to health concerns.
His lawyers argue he is "unfit" for trial, leading to an indefinite delay of the September 23 hearing.
Rights groups criticize this delay as a tactic to stall proceedings.
Duterte faces crimes against humanity charges related to his anti-drug campaign, with death toll estimates between 6,000 and 30,000.
Victims' families express frustration and seek justice as the ICC evaluates Duterte's fitness for trial.

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) postponed a pretrial hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte due to health concerns.
His lawyers argue he is "unfit" for trial, leading to an indefinite delay of the September 23 hearing.
Rights groups criticize this delay as a tactic to stall proceedings.
Duterte faces crimes against humanity charges related to his anti-drug campaign, with death toll estimates between 6,000 and 30,000.
Victims' families express frustration and seek justice as the ICC evaluates Duterte's fitness for trial.