“The ICC is very strict when it comes to interim release. The primary considerations include the possibility of flight, interference with witnesses, and the gravity of the charges. There is also the question of whether he would be a flight risk. Duterte has previously expressed strong opposition to the ICC and has even encouraged defiance against it. That does not work in his favor when seeking temporary release.”—BAYAN MUNA Partylist 5th nominee Atty. Kristina Conti
