MANILA, Philippines — The victims of the war on drugs during former President Rodrigo Duterte’s presidency may soon be allowed to speak at the International Criminal Court (ICC).
During the ICC pre-trial chamber’s initial hearing to confirm the identity of the former president, Iulia Motoc, one of the chamber’s judges, said that victims may soon be allowed to express their views in the proceedings.
“The Chamber will also issue a decision on the participation of the victims who, according to the Statute of the Court and to the extent permitted by the Chamber, are authorized to present their views and concerns at this stage of the proceedings,” Motoc…