ICC Schedules Duterte Trial to Begin on November 30, 2026
ICC sets opening of Duterte’s trial on Nov. 30, 2026

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has announced that the trial of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte will commence on November 30, 2026. The trial is expected to proceed daily until the judicial recess, as confirmed by Presiding Judge Joanna Korner during a recent status conference.
- 01The ICC Trial Chamber III has set the trial date for Rodrigo Duterte on November 30, 2026.
- 02Presiding Judge Joanna Korner confirmed the decision during the trial's status conference.
- 03The trial will continue on a daily basis until the judicial recess.
- 04Duterte faces charges related to his controversial war on drugs during his presidency.
- 05The ICC has emphasized that discussions about the case should remain within court proceedings.
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed that the trial of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte will begin on November 30, 2026. This decision was announced during a status conference by Presiding Judge Joanna Korner, who stated, "We are prepared to accede to the Prosecution’s application of the 30th of November as the start of the trial." The trial is expected to run daily until the judicial recess, indicating a rigorous schedule for the proceedings. Duterte faces serious allegations related to his administration's controversial anti-drug campaign, which has drawn international scrutiny and condemnation. The ICC has made it clear that discussions regarding the case should be confined to court proceedings, ensuring that the trial's integrity is maintained. As the date approaches, the trial is likely to attract significant attention both domestically in the Philippines and internationally, given the implications of the charges against Duterte and their impact on human rights discussions globally.
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The trial's outcome could significantly influence public perception of Duterte's administration and its policies.
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