ICC says Philippines' Duterte can stand trial over war on drugs

International Criminal Court rules sufficient evidence exists to try Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity in anti-drugs campaign. | Contesto: cronaca

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THE HAGUE — The International Criminal Court announced on Monday that there is sufficient evidence to proceed with a trial against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, holding him criminally responsible for crimes against humanity linked to his brutal anti-drugs crackdown. The decision marks a significant legal milestone, as the ICC’s Pre-Trial Chamber determined that Duterte’s role in orchestrating the campaign, which human rights groups estimate killed tens of thousands of people, meets the threshold for prosecution. The court found that the evidence demonstrates a widespread and systematic attack against the civilian population, meeting the legal definition of crimes against humanity. Duterte, who served as president from 2016 to 2022, has long denied direct responsibility for the killings, claiming that police acted within the law. However, the ICC’s ruling points to his public statements encouraging extrajudicial killings and his creation of a state-sponsored death squad. The court also cited documents and testimonies indicating that Duterte personally ordered police to kill drug suspects and offered rewards for their deaths. The Philippines withdrew from the ICC in 2019, but the court retains jurisdiction over crimes committed while the country was still a member, including the early years of Duterte’s crackdown. Manila has repeatedly challenged the court’s authority, arguing that its own judicial system is capable of handling the cases. The ICC, however, has maintained that domestic proceedings have been insufficient. Human rights organizations welcomed the ruling, calling it a crucial step toward accountability for victims and their families. “This is a historic moment for justice in the Philippines and for the international community’s fight against impunity,” said a statement from Amnesty International. The former president’s legal team has vowed to appeal, asserting that the case is politically motivated. The trial date has not yet been set, but legal experts anticipate a lengthy process. Duterte, now 79, remains in the Philippines, and it is unclear whether the government will cooperate with an arrest warrant. The ICC has no police force and...

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