Peter Haynes Appointed as New Lawyer for Former President Duterte at ICC
Peter Haynes, former president of the International Criminal Court (ICC) Bar Association, has been appointed as the new legal counsel for Former Philippine President Rodrigo Roa Duterte. This development follows the withdrawal of previous attorney Nicholas Kaufman, who informed the ICC that Duterte had released him from representation and expressed a desire to hire Haynes. Kaufman confirmed that Haynes is ready to assume immediate representation and has agreed to the terms of engagement, including attendance at the upcoming 2026 status conference. The selection of Haynes was led by Duterte’s wife, Honeylet Avanceña, and their daughter, Veronica. Duterte is currently imprisoned in The Hague, facing charges of crimes against humanity and treason related to his administration's war on illegal drugs. Haynes brings extensive experience in criminal and humanitarian law, notably representing Jean-Pierre Bemba, who was acquitted of similar charges in 2018. This appointment marks a significant shift in the legal defense strategy for the former president as proceedings continue at the international court.
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