The International Criminal Court (ICC) has scheduled the confirmation of charges hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on September 23, 2025. This development comes after Duterte’s first appearance before the ICC’s Pre-trial Chamber 1, which was held via video link due to his health concerns
Duterte faces charges of crimes against humanity, specifically murder, related to his administration’s “war on drugs,” which resulted in thousands of extrajudicial killings. The ICC has accused Duterte of being a “co-perpetrator” in these crimes, citing his alleged role in the Davao Death Squad and the Philippine law enforcement’s actions against individuals suspected of drug-related crimes
During the pre-trial hearing, Duterte’s lawyer, Salvador Medialdea, requested that the court postpone the hearing, citing the need for more time to prepare. However, the court denied the request, stating that the hearing did not require extensive preparation
The ICC has ordered the prosecution to disclose the information that served as the basis for Duterte’s arrest warrant within the next seven days. The court has also authorized victims to share their views and opinions during the proceedings
