Duterte
Duterte appeals ICC jurisdiction ruling
The defense team of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has formally appealed the pre-trial chamber's decision rejecting his challenge to the International Criminal Court's jurisdiction. The notice of appeal was submitted on October 28, urging reversal of the October 23 ruling. Duterte's lawyers seek a finding that no legal basis exists for continuing the proceedings and his immediate release from detention.
Malacañang official says Duterte cannot use Marcos statement in ICC case
A Malacañang official stated that former President Rodrigo Duterte's lawyers cannot rely on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s previous remarks about the International Criminal Court to defend him. This comes after the ICC affirmed its jurisdiction over alleged crimes during Duterte's drug war. The comments were made during a press briefing in Kuala Lumpur.