Philippine senators Go, Dela Rosa helped Duterte wage drug war: ICC prosecutors
South China Morning Post
by Agence France-PresseFebruary 14, 2026
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has identified two sitting Philippine senators, Ronald Dela Rosa and Christopher Go, as "co-perpetrators" in former President Rodrigo Duterte's crimes against humanity trial. The ICC指控 Duterte with three counts of crimes against humanity, linked to at least 76 murders during his so-called "drug war." This marks a significant development in the global scrutiny of Duterte's policies, which have been widely criticized for their human rights violations.
Dela Rosa and Go are among eight current or former officials implicated in the ICC document. Both senators played key roles in supporting Duterte's anti-drug campaign, with Dela Rosa previously serving as the police chief during the height of the drug war. Go, a close ally of Duterte, has been linked to efforts to maintain the administration's强硬 stance on drugs. The ICC's findings suggest that these officials were not merely bystanders but active participants in the alleged atrocities.
This case highlights the growing international focus on accountability for mass human rights violations. Duterte's drug war, which began in 2016, has been accused of extrajudicial killings, forced disappearances, and other abuses. The ICC's involvement underscores the global concern over such issues and the need for justice. While Duterte and his allies
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Originally published on South China Morning Post on 2/14/2026