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ICC prosecutors seek additional testimonies in Duterte crimes case
International Criminal Court prosecutors are pushing to introduce three more recorded testimonies as evidence in their ongoing investigation into crimes against humanity allegations against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. The move comes as the country braces for dangerous heat levels across multiple regions.
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The prosecution team at the International Criminal Court has filed to incorporate additional recorded witness statements into the case against Duterte, broadening the evidentiary foundation for their crimes against humanity investigation. The three testimonies represent a continuation of the ICC's efforts to build a comprehensive record of alleged unlawful killings and extrajudicial operations during Duterte's presidency.
The case centers on accusations that state security forces and government-allied vigilantes carried out thousands of killings during the former president's war on drugs, which ran from 2016 to 2022. Duterte has consistently denied wrongdoing and rejected the ICC's jurisdiction over Philippine matters.
In other news affecting the archipelago, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has issued heat warnings for 16 areas nationwide, forecasting dangerous temperature levels for Tuesday. Residents in affected regions are advised to take precautions against heat-related illnesses, including staying hydrated and limiting outdoor activities during peak hours.