Duterte faces ICC trial for drug war crimes
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is set to face trial at the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity stemming from his war on drugs. The trial, commencing on November 30, will see the prosecution present its evidence while his legal team defends him. Duterte was arrested in March 2025 and is currently detained at the ICC headquarters.
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