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PhilippinesDuterte Allies Influence ICC Witness Protection
ICC prosecutors are seeking protection for 55 witnesses in a trial, citing security incidents and the ongoing influence of former President Duterte's allies.
Background
The International Criminal Court is investigating alleged human rights abuses during the previous Philippine administration's 'war on drugs.' This initiative, launched in 2016, led to thousands of deaths and widespread accusations of extrajudicial killings by state forces. The current government has not cooperated with the ICC probe.
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Duterte Allies Influence ICC Witness Protection
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There are concerns about the safety of witnesses in an ICC trial due to alleged security incidents and political influence.
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