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ICC grants Duterte request to skip confirmation hearing

M
Manila Bulletin

385 Views • Feb 21, 2026

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The Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has granted former president Rodrigo Duterte’s request to waive his right to attend next week’s confirmation of charges hearing, allowing the proceedings to be held in his absence.

In a decision dated Feb. 20, the Chamber ruled that “the hearing on the confirmation of charges will be held in the absence of the suspect,” covering all sessions scheduled from Feb. 23 to 27.

READ MORE: https://mb.com.ph/2026/02/20/icc-grants-duterte-request-to-skip-confirmation-hearing