ICC member states dismiss chief prosecutor Karim Khan in historic vote
International Criminal Court member states have voted to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan following sexual misconduct allegations, marking a historic first for the tribunal.
Member states of the International Criminal Court have voted to dismiss Lead Prosecutor Karim Khan following a governing assembly decision in New York. The vote marks the first time in the tribunal's history that a chief prosecutor has been removed from office. Out of 125 member nations, 82 supported the resolution for his dismissal, while 13 voted against and 15 abstained.
The decision follows an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct involving a staff member. The assembly concluded that Khan committed a "serious breach of duty and serious misconduct." Khan, who had voluntarily stepped aside while the probe was conducted, has consistently denied all accusations. His removal concludes a two-year period of internal scrutiny that has heavily weighed on the institution.
Sources: Die Zeit, Point, Rzeczpospolita, Sweden Herald.
Sources
- Rzeczpospolita — Karim Khan odwołany z Międzynarodowego Trybunału Karnego
- Sweden Herald — ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan to be removed after sexual harassment allegations
- Die Zeit — Internationaler Strafgerichtshof: Karim Khan verliert Amt als Chefankläger des IStGH
- Point — Впервые в истории страны-участницы МУС отправили в отставку главного прокурора
Earlier coverage
- Jul 25, 2026, 03:30 AM UTCICC member states dismiss chief prosecutor Karim Khan following misconduct inquiry
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- Jul 25, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCMember states vote to remove ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan over misconduct allegations
- Jul 24, 2026, 11:00 PM UTCICC member states vote to dismiss chief prosecutor Karim Khan
- Jul 24, 2026, 08:00 PM UTCICC member states vote to remove chief prosecutor Karim Khan