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Duterte's Crimes Against Humanity Hearing Set for 2026

2/17/2026

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) will hold a hearing February 23–27, 2026, on former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's alleged crimes against humanity.
Human Rights Watch says the hearing is vital for justice for Duterte's victims and notes 6,200 deaths and up to 30,000 fatalities.
Since taking office, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has not distanced himself from Duterte's policies, with more than 1,000 deaths having occurred.

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) will hold a hearing February 23–27, 2026, on former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's alleged crimes against humanity.
Human Rights Watch says the hearing is vital for justice for Duterte's victims and notes 6,200 deaths and up to 30,000 fatalities.
Since taking office, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has not distanced himself from Duterte's policies, with more than 1,000 deaths having occurred.