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Fact-check: Recent X posts from credible Philippine news outlets like Philstar, Inquirer, Rappler, and Manila Bulletin confirm that ICC Prosecutor Julian Nicholls explicitly stated during pre-trial hearings that former President Duterte played a pivotal and most responsible role in the drug war killings, aligning perfectly with the article's claims.<post:35><post:39><post:41> This is consistent with ongoing real-time discussions on X about the ICC proceedings, and The Diplomat is a reputable source.
Duterte Played Central Role in Drug War Killings, ICC Prosecutors Claim
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International Criminal Court prosecutors have claimed that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte played a central role in the extrajudicial killings carried out during his administration's controversial drug war. The ICC is pursuing charges against Duterte related to crimes against humanity, stemming from the thousands of deaths that occurred during the anti-drug campaign he led. This development marks a significant moment in international accountability efforts targeting a former head of