Karim Khan has been removed as chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court after members of the court voted to dismiss him over alleged sexual misconduct. The decision marks a major development for the Hague-based institution, where Khan had served as the ICC's third prosecutor since his election in 2021.
The allegations center on claims that Khan engaged in an improper sexual relationship with a junior ICC staff member. He also faces accusations that he tried to prevent her from continuing with her complaint. Khan denies the allegations.
The move follows Khan's suspension, which came before the final vote to remove him. His departure creates further pressure on the ICC at a time when the court's leadership and credibility are under close international scrutiny.
While the full details of the internal process were not outlined in the available report, the outcome is clear: the International Criminal Court has decided to dismiss its top prosecutor. The case is likely to keep attention focused on accountability standards inside one of the world's most prominent international legal bodies.
