The International Criminal Court has confirmed that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte will stand trial in November for crimes against humanity, with a panel of British judges leading the tribunal. The charges stem from Duterte's brutal war on drugs, which left thousands dead in extrajudicial killings. For families of the victims, this trial is a rare shot at justice.
But for Duterte's supporters, it is an act of Western imperialism. The proceedings will test the ICC's authority and the global community's commitment to holding powerful leaders accountable. Trade unions and human rights groups have already called for protests and solidarity actions outside the court in The Hague.
