Duterte children visit father at ICC detention center

Updated Fri, August 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM Published Thu, August 28, 2025 at 1:11 AM

All four children of former President Rodrigo Duterte – Paolo, Sara, Sebastian, and Veronica – visited him at the International Criminal Court (ICC) detention center in The Hague ahead of his confirmation of charges hearing on Sept. 23.

Vice President Sara Duterte stated that during their visit, they discussed family matters, current events, and potential future plans.

She thanked the ICC for allowing the visit, noting that their father expressed happiness at being able to talk to his children.

Supporters of the former president are planning gatherings from Sept. 19 to 24, and the Filipino community in Japan will hold events on Sept. 21 to 22 as part of a campaign to free him.

Former President Duterte was arrested on March 11 following an ICC arrest warrant related to alleged crimes against humanity during his administration's war on drugs.

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