World Asia Politics

Duterte to face ICC trial

The ICC ruling marks a significant escalation in the international effort to hold Duterte accountable for his time as mayor of Davao and president of the Philippines.

The former leader was arrested last year and flown to the Hague, where he continues to deny all charges.

Human rights groups estimate that the 'war on drugs' resulted in over 20,000 extrajudicial killings.

The trial is expected to be a landmark case for international justice in Southeast Asia.

Ex-Philippines leader to go on trial over dozens of murders committed when he was mayor and president CNN — Apr 24, 01:59 AM
Rodrigo Duterte Will Stand Trial for Crimes Against Humanity, Court Rules The New York Times — Apr 23, 17:28 PM
Ex-Philippine president Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges PBS — Apr 23, 16:27 PM

Rodrigo Duterte
President of the Philippines from 2016 to 2022

International Criminal Court
Intergovernmental organization and international tribunal

Philippines
Archipelagic country in Southeast Asia

The Hague
City and municipality in the Netherlands, seat of the Dutch government