ICC Panel Suspends Chief Prosecutor

The governing bureau of the International Criminal Court (ICC) suspended Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan on Monday amid allegations of sexual abuse involving a staff member.

The 21-member panel referred the case to the full Assembly of State Parties for a final decision.

The suspension takes effect immediately but carries little practical impact.

Khan had already stepped aside in May 2025 on a leave of absence to fight the allegations, which he denies.

The court previously removed Khan from leading its high-profile case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.

ICC (News Central TV) — ICC panel suspends chief prosecutor. Credit: Reuters

Khan drew international attention when he successfully secured arrest warrants against Israeli leaders over the Gaza war, prompting sanctions from the United States.

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