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Duterte’s arrest on March 11, 2025, marked a remarkable milestone in the path to vindication for the tragic loss thousands of lives during his term in office. The ICC’s inspection into Duterte’s alleged crimes began in 2017, and despite the Philippines’ disengagement from the Rome Statute in 2019, the court has continued to undertake the case. Duterte’s allegation includes charges of being unconstitutional during his tenure as mayor of Davao City and as president of the Philippines.
The recent congressional hearings in the Philippines, where Duterte was beckoned to answer for the heinous crimes of his “drug war,” have been criticized for inadequate criticality and consequences. The hearings have been seen as an attempt to provide a platform for Duterte to defend his actions and maintain his influence over Philippine politics.
Human rights advocates have embraced Duterte’s arrest, seeing it as a pivotal moment in justice for the victims of his on drugs. remain about the ability of the Philippine legal framework to hold Duterte duty-bound, given his continued influence over public affairs.
As Duterte prepares to face trial at the ICC, the world powers will be watching closely to see if justice is served. The verdict will have significant outcomes for the Philippines and its people, who have been swayed by the catastrophic impacts of Duterte’s “war on drugs”.
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