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THE HAGUE, Netherlands -- The International Criminal Court , where detained former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is being taken after his arrest in the Philippines, is a court of last resort for the most serious international offenses, such as genocide and crimes against humanity.The 79-year-old former President has become the first former Asian leader to be arrested by the global court.
The trial of Ali Mohammed Ali Abdul Rahman Ali, who is accused of committing atrocities as the leader of the Janjaweed militia in Sudan, wrapped up last year.The ICC's detention centerThe court's detention center is housed behind the high brick walls of a Dutch prison complex in The Hague seaside suburb of Scheveningen, about a mile from the court’s headquarters.Detainees have access to books, television and news, as well as a gym and sports facilities.
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