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WRAP: Quiet hearing at ICC, protests and petitions at home
Former President Rodrigo Duterte appeared before International Criminal Court (ICC) judges via video link for his pre-trial hearing on crimes against humanity on March 14, 2025.
The ICC formally presented charges against him, accusing him of crimes against humanity for alleged killings from 2011 to 2019.
Duterte's lawyer, Salvador B. Medialdea, claimed the Philippine government kidnapped the former President and denied him due process.
Presiding Judge Iulia Motoc stated that claims of kidnapping could be taken up at a later proceeding, not during the pre-trial hearing.
The court's doctor found Duterte to be "fully mentally aware and fit" for trial, despite his legal team's claims of medical issues.
The confirmation of charges hearing, to determine if there is sufficient evidence to proceed to trial, is scheduled for September 23, 2025.
Duterte has the option to seek interim release until the confirmation of charges hearing.
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