Duterte Faces ICC Trial Opening on Nov. 30 for Crimes Against Humanity
The International Criminal Court (ICC) will commence the trial of former President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity on November 30. Judges will first ask the former president to enter a plea. The proceedings will be streamed online, drawing significant attention from the Philippines and abroad.
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