AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoICC Defense Shake-Up: Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte’s crimes-against-humanity case moves closer to trial as British King’s Counsel Peter Haynes takes over as lead counsel, replacing Nicholas Kaufman after the pre-trial contract ended. Diplomacy & Justice: In Nairobi, President William Ruto is actively lobbying for Justice Njoki Ndung’u’s ICC bid, introducing her to multiple heads of state and regional leaders during the Africa Forward Summit. UN Reform Push: The AU again pressed for Africa’s permanent Security Council representation, arguing the continent’s demand is about correcting a “historical injustice,” not special treatment. Sports Shock: Ethiopia’s marathon star Yebrgual Melese, 36, died suddenly while training ahead of the Ottawa Marathon. World Cup Build-Up: Atlanta is seeing a surge in World Cup flight searches, with Ronaldo and Portugal set for Group K action that includes Congo. Civic Space Poll: Morocco shows stronger public support for banning groups deemed against government policy, while Congo-Brazzaville lags on perceived freedom to speak and vote.
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