Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte facing ICC charges

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been taken into custody at the International Criminal Court in The Hague to face charges of crimes against humanity, particularly linked to multiple extrajudicial killings during his time in office as part of his war on drugs.

Arrest and Trial of Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court

Former Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte was arrested and flown to the International Criminal Court in The Hague to face charges over his 'war on drugs,' where he could become the first Asian former head of state to go on trial. Duterte is accused of creating 'death squads' that carried out murders of drug users and dealers. His arrest has revived hopes for justice among families of drug war victims.

Arrest of Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte

Former President Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines was arrested by the government based on an International Criminal Court warrant accusing him of crimes against humanity due to his brutal anti-drugs crackdown that resulted in the deaths of thousands. Duterte has denied the allegations and questioned the basis for the warrant.

Arrest of Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for Crimes Against Humanity

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested in Manila on an Interpol arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity during his war on drugs. Duterte, who denies the accusations, is in custody and in good health. The ICC's investigation covers the period from 2011 to 2019, including the time when Duterte was mayor of Davao. The court asserts jurisdiction over crimes allegedly committed before the Philippines' withdrawal from the ICC in 2019.

International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Israeli Officials and Hamas Leader

The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif over alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes. Both Israel and the U.S. rejected the warrants, and the ICC has no police to enforce them. The court launched an investigation three years ago into possible war crimes committed by both Israel and Palestinian militants.

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister and others for alleged war crimes

The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former defense minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Muhammad Deif for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. The ICC operates under the Rome Statute and has international jurisdiction over crimes such as genocide and war crimes.

Arrest Warrants Issued for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif for Crimes Against Humanity by ICC

The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif for alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes related to the assault on the Gaza Strip. Israel and the U.S. do not recognize the ICC's jurisdiction. The death toll in the Palestinian enclave has passed 44,000, including thousands of children. Netanyahu and Gallant are accused of intentionally depriving Gaza's civilian population of essential supplies.

Conviction of Former Gambia Interior Minister for Crimes Against Humanity in Switzerland

Former interior minister of Gambia convicted in Switzerland for crimes against humanity over repression by country's security forces against opponents of longtime dictator Yahya Jammeh. Ousman Sonko sentenced to 20 years in prison, highest-level former official ever to be tried in Europe under universal jurisdiction.

Former Gambian Interior Minister Convicted of Crimes Against Humanity

Former Gambian interior minister convicted of crimes against humanity and sentenced to 20 years in Switzerland for his role in repression under dictator Jammeh. Verdict seen as landmark application of universal jurisdiction in Europe.

Human Rights Abuses in Nicaragua

A panel of U.N.-backed human rights experts accused Nicaragua’s government of systematic human rights abuses 'tantamount to crimes against humanity,' implicating high-ranking officials in President Daniel Ortega’s regime. The government fiercely rejected the allegations.