The HAGUE—The defence team of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte told judges on Wednesday that its arguments at the confirmation of charges hearing are directed solely at the prosecution’s legal document, not at victims, while also disputing the prosecution’s interpretation of key language attributed to Duterte.
THE HAGUE, Netherlands—The International Criminal Court (ICC) turned its focus to the macabre logistics of the Philippine "war on drugs" today, with the prosecution and victims' legal teams detailing a state-sanctioned system that reportedly commodified death and institutionalised impunity.
THE HAGUE, Netherlands—The International Criminal Court (ICC) began a pivotal four-day hearing on Monday, 23 February 2026, to determine whether former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte will stand trial for crimes against humanity.
The HAGUE, Netherlands—February 22, 2026- Sa bisperas ng pagsisimula ng confirmation of charges laban kay dating Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte sa kasong alleged crimes against humanity sa International Criminal Court, magkahalong lungkot, tapang, at pag-asa ang baon ng ilang pamilyang nawalan ng mahal sa buhay sa war on drugs.