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ICC Oversight Body Moves Forward With Case Against Prosecutor

According to the report, the U.N. investigation found evidence of alleged nonconsensual sexual contact involving a female aide

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International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor, Karim Khan (Pic via @clashreport)

The International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, has been suspended from his duties after the court’s oversight body referred him for disciplinary proceedings over allegations of sexual misconduct.

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Reported by the Associated Press, the move follows a United Nations investigation and marks an unprecedented development for the ICC.

Khan, a British barrister, has consistently denied wrongdoing. The court’s oversight body said its decision was based on findings from the U.N. Office of Internal Oversight Services, supporting evidence, expert legal advice and written submissions. It stressed that the suspension does not determine the final outcome of the case.

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According to the report, the U.N. investigation found evidence of alleged nonconsensual sexual contact involving a female aide. However, a judicial panel reviewing the findings reportedly concluded the evidence was not definitive enough to reach a final determination.

Khan had already stepped aside temporarily in May 2025 while the investigation continued.

The final decision now rests with the Assembly of States Parties, the ICC’s governing body, which will hold a special session to determine whether he can remain in office. A majority vote of member states would be required to remove him permanently.

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