ICC advances disciplinary measures against Karim Khan over sexual assault claims
The Jerusalem Post • • world
Key Points:
- ICC member states voted to pursue disciplinary proceedings against Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan following reports of sexual assault allegations, with 15 in favor, 2 abstaining, and 4 against.
- Khan, who investigates serious international crimes, is on leave pending inquiry into accusations of non-consensual sexual interaction with a lawyer in his office, which he denies.
- A UN investigation found a factual basis supporting the allegations, but a separate judicial review concluded the evidence was insufficient to prove misconduct beyond reasonable doubt.
- While some African states called for ending the proceedings citing Khan's exoneration by judges, major ICC backers and prosecutor's office officials supported continuing the disciplinary process.
- The ICC faces significant challenges amid this internal crisis and external pressures, including US sanctions related to the court's actions against Israeli officials.
