The International Criminal Court's member states voted on Friday to remove chief prosecutor Karim Khan, according to an announcement from the court's oversight body. The decision comes nearly two years after sexual misconduct allegations against Khan first emerged.
The vote marks a major development for the global tribunal, where the chief prosecutor holds one of the court's most important leadership roles. The prosecutor's office is central to the ICC's work, making the change significant for the institution's direction and day-to-day operations.
The timing of the removal is closely linked to the allegations that surfaced almost two years ago. With the oversight body now confirming the vote, the issue has moved from a long-running controversy to a formal leadership change at the court.
The decision is likely to focus attention on how the ICC manages accountability at the highest levels while maintaining continuity in its ongoing work. It also underscores the pressure on international institutions to respond when serious allegations are raised against senior officials.
