Human Rights Advocate Neri Colmenares Defends ICC’s Rights to Investigate Drug War Abuses
MANILA, Philippines — Human rights attorney Neri Colmenares, a prominent advocate for victims of the government’s anti-drug campaign, has expressed support for the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) ongoing investigation into the controversial drug war. Colmenares emphasized that the inquiry falls well within the jurisdiction of the ICC, contributing to a growing dialogue surrounding human rights violations in the country. The ICC’s investigation stems from allegations of extrajudicial killings and other human rights abuses linked to President Rodrigo Duterte’s brutal anti-drug initiative, which has faced international scrutiny since its inception. Colmenares and fellow attorneys representing victims … Read more