ICC Upholds Jurisdiction Over Duterte's Case
The International Criminal Court has confirmed its jurisdiction over Rodrigo Duterte, former president of The Philippines, in a trial concerning his alleged involvement in the murder of thousands. Judges upheld a lower court's ruling, dismissing his lawyers' appeals to halt legal proceedings and release him at once.
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In a significant development, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has affirmed its jurisdiction over the former president of The Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, in a case that examines his alleged central involvement in the mass killings.
The ICC's decision on Wednesday dismissed the plea by Duterte's legal counsel to cease the court proceedings and secure the immediate release of the 81-year-old leader.
This ruling advances the process towards a prospective trial, potentially holding Duterte accountable for the alleged crimes committed under his administration's ruthless anti-drug campaign.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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