Philippines’ Duterte Faces Three Counts of Murder Before ICC
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has charged former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte with three counts of murder for the killings of alleged drug suspects during his time as mayor and president. The charges stem from Duterte's controversial "war on drugs" campaign, which human rights groups have criticized for the extrajudicial killings of thousands of people. The ICC prosecutors allege that Duterte is criminally responsible for the deaths of three individuals, though the full scope of the crimes is still under investigation. Duterte has previously dismissed the ICC's jurisdiction over the Philippines, and it remains to be seen whether he will cooperate with the court's proceedings. The case highlights the ongoing debate over Duterte's legacy and the accountability for the human rights abuses that occurred during his administration.
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