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Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte has been charged with crimes against humanity by the ICC for his involvement in a deadly anti-drug campaign, including the killing of at least 76 people, with his court appearance postponed due to questions about his mental fitness.
The International Criminal Court has revealed charges of crimes against humanity against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, accusing him of involvement in at least 76 killings during his time as mayor and president, including murder and extrajudicial killings related to drug enforcement. Duterte, currently detained in the Netherlands, denies authorizing such acts, and his trial has been postponed as his attorneys argue he is unfit to stand trial.
The ICC has charged former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte with crimes against humanity, alleging his involvement in at least 76 killings during his time as mayor and president, including targeted killings and 'clearance operations.' Duterte, currently detained in the Netherlands, denies authorizing such acts, and his trial has been postponed as his attorneys argue he is unfit to stand trial.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been charged by the ICC with crimes against humanity for his role in the deaths of at least 76 people during his anti-drug campaign, spanning his time as mayor and president, with charges focusing on murders carried out by police and non-state actors between 2013 and 2018. Duterte, currently detained in the Netherlands, disputes the charges and claims his arrest is unlawful, while his supporters view his detention as politically motivated.
The Philippine government is prepared to use force against any attempts to divide the nation, following former president Rodrigo Duterte's call for the independence of Mindanao amid a rift with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr over constitutional amendments. National security adviser Eduardo Ano warned that any secession attempts would be met with resolute force, potentially reversing gains made in the peace deal with former separatist groups in the region. The government's stance has sparked concerns about stability and the impact on investments in the conflict-affected area.
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte accused his successor, Ferdinand Marcos Jr, of being a drug addict and warned him against pursuing changes to the constitution, claiming his allies were trying to remove term limits. Duterte's daughter, Sara Duterte, who ran on a joint ticket with Marcos Jr in the 2022 election, has since shown signs of a strained alliance with him. The rift between the Duterte and Marcos families has deepened, with Duterte's son calling for Marcos Jr's resignation and Sara Duterte alleging "despicable treatment" by some within the president's circle.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte accuses his successor, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and his legislative allies of plotting to amend the constitution to lift term limits, potentially extending their grip on power. Duterte also accuses Marcos of being a drug addict, which Marcos denies. The two leaders have differences over foreign policy, with Duterte nurturing ties with China and Russia, while Marcos is seen as leaning toward Washington. The escalating criticisms from Duterte's camp have not deterred Marcos, who launched a campaign for a "new Philippines" focused on reforming governance and boosting public services.