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Duterte hires new lawyer for ICC trial

Filed: May 08, 2026 at 11:03 PM ET
Summary: Rodrigo Duterte hired new lead counsel as he faces ICC crimes-against-humanity trial.
WHO: Rodrigo Duterte
WHAT: Duterte appointed a new lead counsel for his ICC trial
WHEN: May 08, 2026 at 9:01 PM ET
WHERE: Philippines
WHY: Part of the process of preparing for a full-blown ICC trial.
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