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ICC: Person granted interim release must appear in court proceedings
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is considering conditions for the potential interim release of former President Rodrigo Duterte, emphasizing the need for measures to ensure his appearance in court proceedings.
ICC spokesperson Dr. Fadi El Abdallah stated that judges will decide on these case-by-case conditions, which could include prohibitions on interfering with investigations, contacting witnesses, or making public statements.
The ICC can also enter into agreements with states for interim release, with such mechanisms respecting the principle of presumption of innocence.
Duterte's legal team remains hopeful for his release, though former Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonio Carpio and Vice President Sara Duterte have expressed skepticism due to his perceived flight risk and past non-compliance.
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