Duterte to appear in ICC over 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. 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 amid tensions with the current Philippine administration. The ICC's Chief Prosecutor called Duterte's arrest significant for international justice. The court will first hold a hearing before deciding whether to proceed with a trial, which could take months or years.