International Criminal Court
The Supreme Court has permitted the Office of the Solicitor General to resume representing the government in petitions contesting the legality of former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest and transfer to the International Criminal Court. This follows the OSG's recusal in March and the Department of Justice's takeover of the case. The ruling enables the OSG to comment on manifestations from Duterte's camp.
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The International Criminal Court's appeals chamber denied former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's plea for temporary liberty on November 28, 2025, citing his ongoing influence over supporters. The decision highlighted risks from Duterte Diehard Supporters, likened in commentary to a cult of personality similar to Charles Manson's followers. Meanwhile, the Office of the Solicitor General re-entered the case at the Supreme Court on December 1.