NewzA Philippine civil commission investigating the extrajudicial killings associated with former President Rodrigo Duterte's 'war on drugs' (2016-2022) has publicly welcomed the International Criminal Court's (ICC) decision to proceed with a trial. The announcement follows the ICC's formal determination that the case is eligible for prosecution, marking a significant development in the legal scrutiny of the Duterte administration's anti-drug policies.
The commission's endorsement signals a push for international accountability regarding the thousands of deaths that occurred during the campaign. The ICC's involvement represents a critical shift in the pursuit of justice for victims, as the international body moves forward with its assessment of the events that characterized the former president's tenure.
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