Rodrigo Duterte facing crimes against humanity charges in The Hague

Rodrigo Duterte, former president of the Philippines, is on his way to The Hague to face charges of crimes against humanity. His presidency from 2016 to 2022 was marked by a controversial "war on drugs" that resulted in thousands of deaths. Duterte, known as "The Punisher," has been accused of overseeing extrajudicial killings during his anti-drug campaign. The International Criminal Court is investigating these allegations, with death toll estimates ranging from 6,000 to 30,000. Duterte has denied wrongdoing, claiming his actions were necessary for national security. He has previously made violent remarks about drug users, including a comparison to Adolf Hitler, which drew international condemnation.