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Bong Go calls for prayers as Duterte faces ICC detention in The Hague
Senator Christopher Lawrence Go has renewed appeals for supporters of former President Rodrigo Duterte to pray for his health and return to the Philippines. The ex-leader remains in detention at the International Criminal Court in the Netherlands facing allegations of crimes against humanity.
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VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Senator Christopher Lawrence "Bong" Go made fresh calls for prayers on behalf of former President Rodrigo Duterte during a visit to Bukidnon on Monday, expressing concern for the ex-leader's wellbeing as he remains detained by the International Criminal Court in The Hague.
Duterte's detention stems from charges related to alleged crimes against humanity allegedly connected to his administration's drug war, which claimed thousands of lives during his presidency from 2016 to 2022. The ICC investigation has drawn international scrutiny and criticism from human rights organizations.
Go, a staunch Duterte ally, has previously spoken out in defense of the former president and has been a vocal supporter throughout legal proceedings. The senator's continued appeals highlight the political divisions surrounding Duterte's legacy and the ongoing international legal processes affecting the former leader.
The situation remains fluid as the ICC continues its investigation and proceedings in The Hague, while supporters in the Philippines maintain their backing for the former president.