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flag Rodrigo Duterte, 80, ruled fit for trial at ICC over drug war killings, with charges confirmation set for Feb. 23, 2026.

flag Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, 80, has been ruled fit to stand trial by the International Criminal Court, clearing the way for a confirmation of charges hearing on February 23, 2026. flag Judges rejected claims of cognitive impairment, citing medical evaluations that found him capable of understanding the proceedings. flag He faces allegations of crimes against humanity linked to his anti-drug campaign, including hundreds of killings during his time as mayor of Davao and president. flag Duterte was arrested in March 2025 and has been held in The Hague since. flag The ICC maintains jurisdiction despite the Philippines’ 2019 withdrawal from the court.

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