Published: 18:14, April 23, 2026
ICC confirms trial against former Philippine president Duterte
By Xinhua
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is seen on a screen in the courtroom of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, March 14, 2025. (POOL PHOTO VIA AP)

THE HAGUE – The International Criminal Court on Thursday confirmed all three counts of "crimes against humanity" against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte and committed him to trial.

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This comes as the court declared its jurisdiction over the case on Wednesday and rejected the defense's request for his immediate and unconditional release.