ICC rejects bid to drop case against ex-Philippine President Duterte
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
The International Criminal Court rejected a bid to dismiss the case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, allowing the court to proceed with investigations into alleged crimes from his anti‑drug campaign. The decision means Duterte could face international prosecution, putting pressure on the Philippines’ political leadership and signaling broader accountability for drug‑war policies
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected a motion seeking to dismiss a case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, paving the way for proceedings over alleged crimes linked to his anti-drug campaign. The post ICC rejects bid to drop case against ex-Philippine President Duterte appeared first on Vanguard News.