ICC Rules Former Philippine President Duterte Fit to Face Crimes Against Humanity Charges
Summary
The International Criminal Court has ruled that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is fit to face crimes against humanity charges, with a hearing scheduled for February 23.
Key Points
- The ICC has ruled former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte fit to face crimes against humanity charges.
- A hearing to confirm the charges is scheduled for February 23 at the ICC in The Hague.
- Duterte is accused of ordering extrajudicial killings during his war on drugs between 2016 and 2022.
- Duterte was arrested in March 2025 and sent to the ICC, sparking debate in the Philippines.
