The International Criminal Court (ICC) has granted prosecutors limited access to materials related to the arrest and transfer of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. This decision comes as the court prepares for a potential trial investigating alleged crimes against humanity committed during Duterte’s “war on drugs.” Prosecutors requested examination of these materials to bolster their case, and the ICC has partially approved their request. The specifics of which materials were granted access to are currently undisclosed. This move signifies progress in the ICC's investigation, despite previous challenges and the Philippines’ withdrawal from the court. The granted access will likely aid in building a comprehensive case against Duterte and potentially others involved in the controversial drug campaign. The trial date remains unconfirmed, but this development suggests it is moving closer to reality.