Specifically, I’m afraid that I’ll be killed at any time. READ: Matobato lawyer welcomes ICC preliminary examination into drug warIn an earlier interview on ANC’s “Headstart,” Sabio expressed confidence that the ICC formal investigation into the drug war would be launched within six months. The preliminary examination is intended to determine whether the communication of supposed violations of government security forces under Duterte’s administration is within the court’s jurisdiction. But in March, the country announced its withdrawal from the Hague-based court, citing the perceived bias of the international community. The government, however, disputes these numbers and counts a little over 4,000 “drug personalities” killed in police operations.

Source: Philippine Star May 07, 2018 03:11 UTC