Philippines’ Duterte to face ICC hearing next month as judges toss out health defence

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseJanuary 26, 2026 at 11:54 AM

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Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte will face an International Criminal Court (ICC) hearing starting February 23 regarding alleged crimes against humanity. ICC judges rejected arguments that Duterte, 80, was unfit to participate, citing medical assessments confirming his ability to exercise his rights. Prosecutors have charged Duterte with three counts of crimes against humanity, including his alleged involvement in at least 76 murders during his "war on drugs." One count relates to 19 murders allegedly committed between 2013 and 2016 when Duterte was mayor of Davao City. The hearing will determine if the prosecution's case is strong enough to proceed to trial.

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