Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has petitioned the International Criminal Court to allow his interim release to another country, his lawyer said in a filing, citing his advanced age and a vow not to flee or commit any crimes.

Human rights advocates have questioned the “humanitarian” grounds for ex-President Rodrigo Duterte’s request for temporary freedom in another country, pointing out that the International Criminal Court (ICC) detention facilities in The Hague,

The country that may host former president Rodrigo Duterte for his interim release, if granted, may be adjacent to The Hague, a lawyer accredited by the International Criminal Court (ICC) said Sunday.