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Fact check: Fake quote card claims ICC deputy prosecutor will support Duterte in trial
A viral social media post claiming that ICC Deputy Prosecutor Judge Ambawtukahm Mandiaye Niang will take over as chief prosecutor in the case against former president Rodrigo Duterte and has vowed to support Duterte is false.
The post, which gained significant traction online, incorrectly named the prosecutor and used a different photo than the one on the ICC website.
The fake quote attributed to the prosecutor stated a commitment to supporting Duterte's pursuit of truth and ensuring a fair examination of facts regarding his innocence.
Supporters of the former president expressed hope in the comments section that the new prosecutor would help Duterte, with some urging the prosecutor to recognize the country's affection for him.
The International Criminal Court has not made any statements regarding a change in prosecutor for Duterte's case or any alleged support for the former president.
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