Duterte to appear in ICC for drug war charges

Rodrigo Duterte will make his first appearance at the International Criminal Court on March 14, 2025. He faces charges of crimes against humanity related to his controversial war on drugs in the Philippines, which allegedly resulted in thousands of deaths. During the hearing, Duterte will learn about the charges against him and his rights as a defendant. His daughter, Sara Duterte, is in The Netherlands to support him, while victims of the drug war express hope for justice. The ICC is under pressure, facing sanctions from the U.S. and other challenges. The court's Chief Prosecutor emphasized the significance of Duterte's arrest for international justice, stating that the rule of law can prevail.