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ICC's Karim Khan dismissed over grave misconduct
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ICC's Karim Khan dismissed over grave misconduct

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The International Criminal Court's Assembly of States Parties has dismissed Prosecutor Karim Khan.
  • Khan was removed from his post for serious misconduct and grave breach of duty, with 82 out of 125 states voting in favor.
  • The decision followed an investigation into workplace misconduct allegations, with Khan denying wrongdoing and suggesting a campaign against him.

The International Criminal Court's Assembly of States Parties has officially dismissed Prosecutor Karim Khan, citing a "grave breach of duty." The decision, supported by 82 of the 125 voting member states, concluded that Khan committed serious misconduct.

grave breach of duty

— Päivi KaukorantaThe president of the Assembly of States Parties cited this as the reason for Khan's dismissal.

Diplomat Päivi Kaukoranta, president of the Assembly, stated that the body acted within the ICC's legal framework, respecting due process for Khan and the rights of those involved. The proceedings were treated as an internal workplace complaint regarding alleged prohibited conduct by an elected official against a staff member.

grave misconduct and a grave breach of his duties

— Päivi KaukorantaThe president of the Assembly of States Parties stated this conclusion reached by the body.

Khan, who has led the Prosecutor's Office since 2021, has denied any inappropriate behavior. He suggested that the push to remove him from office may be linked to his May 2024 request for arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and then-Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

inappropriate, unwanted or abusive conduct

— Karim KhanKhan's denial of any wrongdoing.

Kaukoranta emphasized that misconduct allegations and disciplinary procedures are confidential within the ICC's legal framework, urging respect for the privacy of all individuals involved. She assured that the Court remains committed to its mandate for the international community and victims of atrocities, and Khan's departure will not halt ongoing investigations, including the situation in Palestine.

campaign to remove me from office

— Karim KhanKhan's suggestion of a motive behind the allegations.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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