Rodrigo Duterte is expected to make his first appearance at the international criminal court (ICC) on Friday, as the former Philippines president faces crimes against humanity charges over his deadly “war on drugs”.
The court said in a statement late on Thursday that it “considers it appropriate” for Duterte to appear Friday at 2pm local time (1pm GMT).
At the hearing, the 79-year-old will be informed of the crimes he is alleged to have committed, as well as his rights as a defendant.
Duterte stands accused of the crime against humanity of murder over his years-long campaign against drug users and dealers that rights groups said killed tens of thousands of people.
This is one drug user that deserves the death penalty
Eh thats too quick and doesnt send a useful message. Letting him rot in prison will serve as a long term reminder. Execute him and his crimes will be forgotten in a few days.