ICC claims jurisdiction over case in non-member country
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Source: RT News
Published: 2026-04-23 02:44 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Crime & Justice, Philippines, Law & Courts, Elections, International Orgs, World News, Crime & Justice, Asia Pacific
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has refused to release former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte, ruling that it has jurisdiction over his case despite his country’s withdrawal from the tribunal. The 81‑year‑old will remain in custody in The Hague.
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