Thu Mar 13 08:30:15 UTC 2025: ## Duterte Arrives at The Hague to Face ICC War Crimes Charges

**THE HAGUE, Netherlands** – Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte arrived at The Hague today to face charges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) related to thousands of extrajudicial killings carried out during his controversial “war on drugs.” Duterte’s six-year presidency was marked by a brutal crackdown on drug trafficking and crime, resulting in the deaths of thousands of individuals. The ICC investigation focuses on allegations of crimes against humanity, stemming from these killings. The trial marks a significant moment in international justice, as it seeks to hold a former head of state accountable for alleged widespread human rights violations.

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