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flag Duterte appeals ICC's case against him, citing jurisdiction and health, as ruling looms.

flag Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has appealed the ICC's decision to proceed with his case, arguing the court lacks jurisdiction after the Philippines withdrew in 2019. flag His legal team claims the investigation began post-withdrawal, making it invalid, and demands his release. flag They also filed a motion citing his alleged cognitive decline, with a ruling expected by mid-November. flag Duterte, detained in The Hague since March 2025 on an arrest warrant linked to his anti-drug campaign, maintains his detention is unlawful. flag The ICC has not yet ruled on the appeal or the health motion.

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