Summary
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is holding a hearing to decide if former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte should face trial for crimes against humanity. This relates to his anti-drug campaign, which resulted in numerous killings. Duterte won't attend the hearing, but the court will decide within 60 days if there is enough evidence for a trial.
Key Facts
- The ICC will hold a four-day hearing about charges against Rodrigo Duterte.
- The hearing will determine if Duterte should go to trial for crimes against humanity.
- Duterte's anti-drug campaign led to thousands of deaths, with ICC charges relating to 76 specific murders.
- Duterte will not be present at the hearing, as the court waived his requirement to attend.
- The court's decision will be provided in writing within 60 days of the hearing.
- Families of victims see the ICC hearing as a step towards justice for those killed during the drug crackdown.
- Duterte denies the charges and disputes the ICC's authority over him.
- He was arrested in 2023 and is currently held in the ICC's detention facility.
