ICC prosecutor Karim Khan suspended over misconduct allegations

International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan was suspended from his duties late on Monday after the court’s oversight body referred him for disciplinary proceedings amid growing pressure. In a case that has attracted controversy for more than two years, Khan faces allegations of sexual misconduct involving a female aide. He has strongly denied any wrongdoing. The final decision on the future of the British lawyer now rests with the Assembly of States Parties, the ICC’s governing body, which will hold a special session to determine whether Khan should remain in his position. The Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties, the executive committee of the court’s oversight body, said in a statement on Monday that its assessment was based […]