International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan dismissed after sexual misconduct investigation
The International Criminal Court has dismissed chief prosecutor Karim Khan following an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations. This marks the first time in the court's history that a chief prosecutor has been removed from office.
Why it matters
The removal of a high-ranking official from a global judicial body impacts the credibility and operational stability of international law enforcement.
The International Criminal Court has dismissed prosecutor Karim Khan. ( AP: Marwan Ali, File )
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has dismissed prosecutor Karim Khan.
Mr Khan was first accused nearly two years ago of sexual misconduct with a female aide, allegations he has denied.
The ICC Assembly of States Parties will elect a new prosecutor shortly.
Link copied Share Share article The International Criminal Court has voted to remove the global tribunal's chief prosecutor, nearly two years after sexual misconduct allegations against him first emerged.
British barrister Karim Khan was accused of sexual misconduct with a female aide, allegations he has steadfastly denied.
At an emergency session at the United Nations headquarters in New York on Friday, local time, the ICC's 125-member states ousted Mr Khan from his position, the first time a chief prosecutor has ever been removed from office.
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