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ICC chief prosecutor suspended pending decision by oversight body over sexual misconduct allegations

ICC chief prosecutor suspended pending decision by oversight body over sexual misconduct allegations

Summary

The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, was suspended from his job because of sexual misconduct allegations involving a female assistant. He has denied the claims, and the court’s supervisory group will meet to decide if he will keep his position.

Key Facts

  • Karim Khan is the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC).
  • He is from Britain and works at the ICC in The Hague, Netherlands.
  • Khan faces sexual misconduct accusations related to a female aide.
  • He denies any wrongdoing in this case.
  • The ICC’s oversight body referred him for disciplinary actions.
  • He was suspended from his duties on a Monday in late 2025.
  • The Assembly of States Parties will hold a special session to decide if he stays in the job.
  • The case has been ongoing for more than two years.
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