ICC Confirmation of Charges Hearing for Former President Duterte Begins

The International Criminal Court has commenced the confirmation of charges hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, scheduled to run for four days from February 23 to 27, 2026.

23 Feb, 02:01 — 23 Feb, 18:17

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Why this matters

This story is significant because it involves a former head of state facing international charges for alleged crimes against humanity, highlighting the ICC's role in global justice. The outcome could set a precedent for accountability of leaders and has major implications for the Philippines' political landscape and its relationship with international bodies.

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 5 sources cover this story

News outlets widely report the commencement of the International Criminal Court's confirmation of charges hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday, February 23. While all sources agree on the core event, some provide additional details regarding the hearing's duration or connect it to current Philippine politics.

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yle-uutisetcentercenter-leftanalyticaladds current political context

inquirercentercenter-lefturgentdetails hearing schedule and scope

delfi-ltcentercenterneutralreports neutrally on court proceedings

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Coverage leans: balanced

The overall coverage is balanced, with most outlets reporting the event neutrally, focusing on the procedural aspects of the ICC hearing.

What sources agree on

The International Criminal Court (ICC) began a confirmation of charges hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
The hearing started on Monday, February 23.
The proceedings are related to alleged crimes against humanity.

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The ICC confirmation of charges hearing for former President Rodrigo Duterte began on Monday, February 23.

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The hearings will run for four days, from February 23 until February 27.

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Coverage gaps

The specific duration of the hearings (four days, Feb 23-27).

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The mention of current Vice President Sara Duterte's 2028 presidential candidacy.

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How outlets covered this

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Kansainvälinen rikostuomioistuin aloitti Haagissa Filippiinien entisen presidentin alustavan kuulemisen

nikkei-asia

Hearings start in ICC case against Philippines' Duterte: 5 points - Nikkei Asia

gulf-news

ICC to begin pre-trial hearing for Philippines' Duterte - Gulf News

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Key entities

Rodrigo Duterteformer President of the Philippines International Criminal Courtconducting the confirmation of charges hearing Philippinescountry of former president Duterte Haguelocation of the ICC Sara Dutertecurrent Vice President of the Philippines

Coverage Timeline

First report: gulf-news · 23 Feb, 02:01|Full coverage: All 5 sources within 16h|Window: 16h

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gulf-news23 Feb, 02:01First to report

ICC to begin pre-trial hearing for Philippines' Duterte - Gulf News

8h later

nikkei-asia23 Feb, 09:35

Hearings start in ICC case against Philippines' Duterte: 5 points - Nikkei Asia

yle-uutiset23 Feb, 10:25

Kansainvälinen rikostuomioistuin aloitti Haagissa Filippiinien entisen presidentin alustavan kuulemisen

delfi-lt23 Feb, 10:49

TBT prasidėjo parengiamasis Filipinų prezidento Duterte teismo posėdis

7h later

inquirer23 Feb, 18:17Latest update

LIVE: Duterte at the ICC: Confirmation of charges hearing kicks off

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inquirerjust now

LIVE: Duterte at the ICC: Confirmation of charges hearing kicks off

The International Criminal Court begins the confirmation of charges hearing for former President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday, February 23. The hearings will run for four days from February 23 until 27, 2026.

By cmiranda

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delfi-lt1h ago

TBT prasidėjo parengiamasis Filipinų prezidento Duterte teismo posėdis

Tarptautinis baudžiamasis teismas pirmadienį pradėjo posėdžius, kuriuose bus sprendžiama, ar buvęs Filipinų prezidentas Rodrigo Duterte turėtų būti teisiamas už nusikaltimus žmoniškumui, susijusius su kruvinomis priemonėmis, kurias taikė kovodamas su prekyba narkotikais ir jų vartojimu.

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yle-uutiset1h ago

Kansainvälinen rikostuomioistuin aloitti Haagissa Filippiinien entisen presidentin alustavan kuulemisen

Rodrigo Duterten tytär, Filippiinien nykyinen varapresidentti Sara Duterte ilmoitti viime viikolla asettuvansa ehdolle presidentinvaaleissa vuonna 2028.

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nikkei-asia2h ago

Hearings start in ICC case against Philippines' Duterte: 5 points - Nikkei Asia

Hearings start in ICC case against Philippines' Duterte: 5 points Nikkei Asia

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gulf-news10h ago

ICC to begin pre-trial hearing for Philippines' Duterte - Gulf News

ICC to begin pre-trial hearing for Philippines' Duterte Gulf News

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ICC Confirmation of Charges Hearing for Former President Duterte Begins

Why this matters

Perspective Analysis

Political spectrum

What sources agree on

Key claims2 agreed · 2 unverified

Coverage gaps

Perspective Analysis

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

Center

LIVE: Duterte at the ICC: Confirmation of charges hearing kicks off

TBT prasidėjo parengiamasis Filipinų prezidento Duterte teismo posėdis

Kansainvälinen rikostuomioistuin aloitti Haagissa Filippiinien entisen presidentin alustavan kuulemisen

Hearings start in ICC case against Philippines' Duterte: 5 points - Nikkei Asia

ICC to begin pre-trial hearing for Philippines' Duterte - Gulf News

Right-leaning

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

ICC to begin pre-trial hearing for Philippines' Duterte - Gulf News

Hearings start in ICC case against Philippines' Duterte: 5 points - Nikkei Asia

Kansainvälinen rikostuomioistuin aloitti Haagissa Filippiinien entisen presidentin alustavan kuulemisen

TBT prasidėjo parengiamasis Filipinų prezidento Duterte teismo posėdis

LIVE: Duterte at the ICC: Confirmation of charges hearing kicks off

Read at source (5 outlets)

LIVE: Duterte at the ICC: Confirmation of charges hearing kicks off

TBT prasidėjo parengiamasis Filipinų prezidento Duterte teismo posėdis

Kansainvälinen rikostuomioistuin aloitti Haagissa Filippiinien entisen presidentin alustavan kuulemisen

Hearings start in ICC case against Philippines' Duterte: 5 points - Nikkei Asia

ICC to begin pre-trial hearing for Philippines' Duterte - Gulf News

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