Trial judges at the International Criminal Court have dismissed a request from the legal team representing former president Rodrigo Duterte. The request sought the implementation of a more rigorous protocol for authenticating digital evidence presented in the case. Details of the rejected proposal were not immediately disclosed, but it indicated concerns from the defense regarding the reliability of digitally sourced materials. This decision signifies the court will proceed with its current methods for verifying digital evidence related to investigations involving the former president. The International Criminal Court continues to move forward with proceedings concerning allegations linked to Rodrigo Duterte’s time in office. This rejection underscores the court’s stance on evidence handling in the ongoing case. Further developments are anticipated as the trial progresses at the International Criminal Court.