Philippines’ Duterte to undergo another health check to determine fitness for ICC trial (opens original article in a new tab)

The International Criminal Court has ordered a medical assessment of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to determine his fitness to stand trial, marking the second such check. Duterte faces charges of crimes against humanity related to his drug war, which resulted in thousands of deaths. His team claims his health continues to deteriorate and requires further review before the trial begins.

• International Criminal Court ordered medical assessment of Rodrigo Duterte to determine fitness for trial
• Duterte faces charges of crimes against humanity over drug war that killed thousands
• This is second health check ordered by court for Duterte