Philippines judges declare Duterte fit to face ICC proceedings

Judges in the Philippines deliver a ruling regarding former President Rodrigo Duterte's fitness to face proceedings at the International Criminal Court, with a backdrop of legal officials and media present in the courtroom.

On October 5, 2023, the court’s judges assessed Duterte’s mental and physical health, concluding that he is capable of participating in the legal process. This ruling paves the way for the ICC to proceed with its investigation, which has been stalled due to Duterte’s previous refusal to cooperate and his withdrawal from the ICC in … Read more