THE HAGUE: Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte will face a hearing at the International Criminal Court next month, judges ruled on Monday, rejecting arguments the 80-year-old was unfit to take part. Duterte will face a so-called “confirmation of charges” hearing starting February 23, where judges decide whether the prosecution’s allegations are strong enough to proceed to trial. “Having regard to the relevant legal principles, the medical assessment of the independent experts...

THE HAGUE: Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte will face a hearing at the International Criminal Court next month, judges ruled on Monday, rejecting arguments the…

ICC judges determine former President Duterte is fit for pre-trial hearings, allowing participation in his ongoing case.

Judges cite report by medical experts saying the 80-year-old is able 'effectively to exercise his procedural rights'.

The International Criminal Court ruled Monday that former Philippine President Rodrigo Roa Duterte is fit to take part in pre-trial court proceedings.

The 80-year-old is accused of crimes of humanity over his bloody war on drugs that left thousands killed.

Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) ruled on Monday that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is fit to stand trial, after postponing...