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ICC-detained Rodrigo Duterte ‘excited’ to return as Davao City mayor
Former president Rodrigo Duterte is reportedly excited about returning as Davao City mayor, despite his current detention in The Hague, Netherlands.
Duterte faces a crimes against humanity case at the International Criminal Court (ICC) and is seeking to reclaim the mayoral post in the 2025 elections.
His daughter Veronica conveyed his eagerness during a recent family visit and political rally.
Sebastian Duterte, his son, is running as his vice-mayoral candidate.
The former president's legal troubles stem from allegations of extrajudicial killings during his war on drugs and his alleged involvement with the Davao Death Squad.
The Dutertes have held control of Davao City for 34 years, with a Duterte serving as city chief since 1988, except for one term.
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