ICC spox: More EJK cases may be added to Duterte's case

The spokesperson of the International Criminal Court (ICC) stated that the 43 alleged extrajudicial killings in relation to former President Rodrigo Duterte's case are just a sample, and more cases may be presented during the judicial process.

Fadi El Abdallah clarified that the ICC Pre-Trial Chamber I focused on these incidents for its analysis but emphasized that additional cases could be submitted by the prosecution as the process continues.

The spokesperson assured that judges would make decisions based solely on legal rules and evidence, remaining impartial to political influences or public opinions.

Duterte was arrested on March 11 upon his arrival from Hong Kong at the request of the ICC for investigations into his 'war on drugs', which involved alleged funding and arming of death squads responsible for murders.

The former president appeared via video link before ICC judges on March 14, with a confirmation of charges hearing scheduled for September 25 to determine if the case will proceed to trial.