Duterte faces ICC charges for deadly drug war

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is set to appear at the International Criminal Court (ICC) on March 14, 2025, facing charges of crimes against humanity related to his drug war. This marks his first court appearance regarding allegations of thousands of killings. Duterte's daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte, has requested a delay for the hearing to discuss legal strategies with him. The ICC will inform Duterte of the charges and his rights as a defendant during this short hearing. Protests are expected outside the ICC, with supporters and opponents of Duterte gathering. The court's proceedings could take months or years, starting with this initial hearing before moving to confirm the charges.