ICC Rejects Ex-Philippine President Duterte’s Bid for Interim Release

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's request for interim release. Duterte, who is facing charges of crimes against humanity, had sought to be released from custody during the investigation process. However, the ICC denied his request, dealing a setback to the ex-leader's legal efforts. The charges against Duterte stem from his controversial "war on drugs" campaign, which was marked by widespread extrajudicial killings and human rights abuses during his time in office. The ICC has been investigating these allegations, and Duterte's interim release request was seen as an attempt to avoid potential prosecution. The ICC's decision to reject Duterte's request underscores the seriousness of the allegations against him and the court's commitment to ensuring a fair and thorough investigation. This development is likely to have significant implications for Duterte's legal battle and the ongoing pursuit of justice for the victims of his administration's policies.