ICC denial of Duterte appeal a ‘victory’ for drug war victims — lawyers

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The International Criminal Court (ICC) Appeals Chamber’s denial of former President Rodrigo Duterte’s interim release has been hailed by the Union of Peoples’ Lawyers in Mindanao (UPLM) as a victory for drug war victims. In a statement, the UPLM deemed the interim denial as a necessary safeguard for victims and witnesses. The lawyers described the decision as a “significant and crucial preliminary victory” for survivors of the “war on drugs.” The group also noted that the ruling upholds the Pre-Trial Chamber I’s earlier decision, ensuring Duterte remains in detention while awaiting the confirmation of charges […]...

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