Duterte Defense Tells ICC Evidence Is Insufficient in Drug War Crimes Case

Duterte ICC Hearing

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s legal team asserted before the International Criminal Court (ICC) that prosecutors have failed to present substantial evidence linking him directly to alleged crimes committed during his administration’s controversial anti-drug campaign. On the third day of confirmation of charges hearings before the ICC Pre-Trial Chamber I, defense counsel Nicholas Kaufman argued … Read more

LIVE: Former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte ICC Confirmation Hearing

Duterte ICC Hearing

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Roa Duterte appeared before the International Criminal Court (ICC) for his confirmation of charges hearing, a significant development in the high-profile case linked to his administration’s anti-drug campaign. The confirmation hearing is a crucial stage in ICC proceedings. During this process, judges evaluate whether there is sufficient evidence to move forward … Read more

Duterte’s Lead Counsel Supports Filipino Lawyers at ICC

Duterte ICC Lawyers

Rodrigo Duterte’s lead counsel, Nicholas Kaufman, expressed confidence on Sunday that the involvement of Filipino lawyers in the International Criminal Court (ICC) pre-trial hearing poses no issue, emphasizing that they have been integral to the defense team since the former president’s arrest in March last year. Filipino Lawyers Join ICC Defense Team According to Kaufman, … Read more