ICC Charges Former President Duterte with Crimes Against Humanity

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has formally charged former President Duterte with three counts of crimes against humanity. These charges stem from allegations of his involvement in at least 76 murders.

The ICC charges are related to a campaign that, according to human rights organizations, led to the extrajudicial killings of tens of thousands of individuals during his tenure as city mayor and later as president.

ICC Allegations and Charges

Prosecutors for the International Criminal Court assert that former President Duterte was involved in a minimum of 76 murders. Based on these allegations, the ICC has formally charged him with three counts of crimes against humanity.

Human Rights Groups' Statements

Human rights organizations state that a campaign initiated by Duterte, first during his time as a city mayor and then continued throughout his six-year presidency, resulted in the extrajudicial killings of tens of thousands of individuals. These individuals were alleged to be dealers, users, and others.