Philippines' Duterte fit to face ICC proceedings, judges say
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ruled that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is fit to participate in pre-trial proceedings regarding alleged crimes against humanity related to his "war on drugs." The ICC will hold a hearing on February 23rd to determine if the prosecution's case warrants a full trial. Duterte, president from 2016-2022, is accused of being responsible for numerous extrajudicial killings during his anti-drug campaign. Despite arguments from his lawyers citing cognitive impairment, ICC judges, based on medical expert opinions, found him capable of understanding and exercising his rights in the proceedings. Duterte has been detained at the Hague since March 2025, following his arrest in the Philippines. His arrest and the ICC proceedings have divided Filipinos.
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