Rodrigo Duterte in Custody at ICC for Drug Crackdown
Former president of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte is in custody at the International Criminal Court for his administration's deadly drug crackdown.
Key Points
- Duterte under investigation since 2021 for deadly drug crackdown
- Custody at ICC signifies serious legal consequences
- Case highlights human rights abuses
Pros
- Accountability for human rights violations
- Sending a message that no one is above the law
Cons
- Potential political instability in the Philippines