ICC recognizes Haynes as Duterte’s new counsel

MANILA, Philippines — The International Criminal Court (ICC) has officially acknowledged the appointment of British lawyer Peter Haynes as the new counsel for former president Rodrigo Duterte in proceedings before the tribunal, based on a court filing dated May 15. “The appointment has been confirmed by the Registry on 15 May 2026, following Counsel’s acceptance of the appointment,” the document read. https://www.icc-cpi.int/sites/default/files/CourtRecords/0902ebd180e7df7f.pdf On May 8, Duterte’s former lawyer, Nicholas Kaufman, sought permission to withdraw as counsel after Duterte expressed his desire to hire Haynes. READ: New Duterte lawyer seeks another fitness review ahead of ICC trial Trial Chamber III granted […]... Keep on reading: ICC recognizes Haynes as Duterte’s new counsel

Original source: Philippine Daily Inquirer