Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, has reportedly been fired over allegations of sexual misconduct. The development puts fresh attention on Khan, who became a major figure in international politics after seeking an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The case had already made Khan one of the most closely watched legal officials in the world. His move involving Netanyahu drew sharp reactions and added to wider disputes over the ICC's role, authority and political impact.
Pressure on the court is also growing from Washington. In the latest sign of that clash, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the Trump administration would move to dismantle the ICC "brick by brick, if necessary," underscoring how deeply contested the institution has become.
With Khan now removed amid misconduct allegations, the controversy surrounding the ICC is likely to intensify. The overlap of legal scrutiny, political backlash and the Netanyahu warrant fight keeps the court at the center of a broader international dispute.
