The International Criminal Court (ICC) has formally charged Rodrigo Duterte, former President of the Philippines, with alleged involvement in the crimes against humanity of multiple individuals. The charges center around the alleged involvement of Duterte in orchestrating a series of murders of alleged criminals, spanning several years. The ICC alleges that Duterte’s actions and policies contributed to a climate of violence and resulted in a significant loss of life. The charges include potential offenses related to the suppression of dissent and the facilitation of human rights abuses. The investigation is ongoing, and the legal proceedings will involve detailed examination of the alleged events.
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