Here is a comprehensive timeline of the International Criminal Court (ICC) investigation into former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte and his administration's "war on drugs," as of May 2025:
2017–2018: Initial Complaints and ICC Preliminary Examination
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April 24, 2017: Lawyer Jude Sabio filed a complaint at the ICC, accusing Duterte of mass murder linked to the Davao Death Squad (DDS).
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February 2018: The ICC initiated a preliminary examination into alleged crimes against humanity related to Duterte’s drug war.
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March 17, 2018: In response, Duterte announced the Philippines’ withdrawal from the ICC’s Rome Statute, arguing that the tribunal had no jurisdiction over him.
2019–2021: Withdrawal and Full Investigation
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March 17, 2019: The Philippines’ withdrawal from the ICC became official. However, the ICC maintained jurisdiction over crimes committed from November 1, 2011, to March 16, 2019.
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September 15, 2021: The ICC’s Pre-Trial Chamber authorized a full investigation into alleged crimes committed between November 1, 2011, and March 16, 2019.
2022–2023: Suspension and Resumption of Investigation
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November 2021: The Philippine government requested the ICC to halt its investigation, claiming the local justice system was addressing drug war-related killings.
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June 24, 2022: Dissatisfied with the Philippine government’s efforts, ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan requested to resume the ICC probe.
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January 26, 2023: The ICC's Pre-Trial Chamber authorized the resumption of the investigation into the situation in the Philippines.
2025: Arrest and Pre-Trial Proceedings
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March 7, 2025: The ICC issued a sealed arrest warrant for Duterte on charges of crimes against humanity, including murder, torture, and rape.
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March 11, 2025: Duterte was arrested by Philippine authorities upon his return from Hong Kong and surrendered to the ICC.
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March 14, 2025: Duterte made his initial appearance before the ICC via video link.
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September 23–26, 2025: The ICC has scheduled confirmation of charges hearings to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.
This timeline outlines the key events in the ICC's investigation into former President Duterte's alleged crimes related to the Philippine drug war.
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