ICC prosecutor Karim Khan faces removal vote: What’s the case about?
Summary
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is holding a vote to decide whether to remove its prosecutor, Karim Khan, who faces accusations of sexual misconduct from a former assistant. The vote comes amid political tension linked to Khan’s investigation into war crimes in Gaza and arrest warrants issued against Israeli leaders.Key Facts
- ICC members are voting on whether to fire prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual misconduct claims.
- Khan is accused by a former assistant named Sarah of inappropriate touching, which he denies.
- Khan has been suspended from his duties pending the vote based on a UN investigation and legal advice.
- At least 63 out of 125 member states must agree in a secret ballot to remove Khan.
- If removed, the ICC will start choosing a new prosecutor, likely not until next year.
- ICC judges retain control over any active arrest warrants, so those remain even if Khan leaves.
- Khan’s lawyers say he denies all allegations and argue the removal process violates ICC rules.
- The case has become politicized due to Khan's investigation into Israeli war crimes and related US sanctions.
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