Duterte camp seeks appeal of ICC charges ruling

MANILA, Philippines – The camp of former President Rodrigo Duterte sought permission to appeal the decision of the International Criminal Court (ICC) Pre Trial Chamber (PTC) I confirming the crimes against humanity charges against him. In a filing before the ICC Appeals Chamber, Duterte’s defense team requested leave to challenge the April 23 ruling, which cleared the way for his prosecution over three counts of crimes against humanity. “The Defense for Mr. Rodrigo Roa Duterte hereby requests leave to appeal Pre-Trial Chamber I’s decision confirming the charges against Mr. Duterte, issued on April 23,” the defense team said in their […]... Keep on reading: Duterte camp seeks appeal of ICC charges ruling

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