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Duterte Remains Detained as Drug War Death Toll Soars
11/29/2025
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Story summary
- The International Criminal Court ruled on November 28 that Rodrigo Duterte, former Philippine President, must remain detained in The Hague.
- The ruling rejected Duterte's release based on age and health.
- Duterte was arrested for his role in the drug war.
- Duterte did not attend the ruling.
- Activists report the death toll could reach 30,000, versus official 6,200.
