International Criminal Court member states dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan over misconduct claims

Member states of the International Criminal Court (ICC) decided on Friday to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan following allegations of sexual misconduct.

The decision comes after misconduct accusations against Khan caused prolonged friction within the Hague-based tribunal, where the matter had remained a serious concern for the past two years. Khan, who assumed the role of chief prosecutor in June 2021, oversaw several high-profile international cases during his mandate. ICC member states initiated his dismissal as part of their oversight responsibilities concerning the tribunal's governance and ethical standards. Further information regarding interim leadership for the prosecutor's office has not yet been detailed.

Sources: NRC