ICC to hold hearings on charges against ex-Philippine President Duterte

Rodrigo Duterte faces three counts of crimes against humanity allegedly committed during his time as president and Davao mayor.

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) is set to hold a hearing to determine whether former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte should stand trial for crimes against humanity over his deadly antidrug crackdown.

The four-day “confirmation of charges” hearing, which will start at 09:00 GMT on Monday, will determine whether there is enough evidence against Duterte to proceed to a formal trial.

ICC to hold hearings on charges against ex-Philippine President Duterte

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