Karim Khan’s removal opens new battle over ICC’s independence

The court’s member states voted overwhelmingly to dismiss its prosecutor over sexual misconduct allegations. Critics say the procedure was improvised, unfair and vulnerable to political pressure.

By Marième Soumaré

International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan attends a UN security council meeting on Sudan and South Sudan in New York on 27 January 2025.
International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan attends a UN security council meeting on Sudan and South Sudan in New York on 27 January 2025. © Michael M Santiago/Getty Images/AFP

Published yesterday at 12:25 pm (GMT +1)

source https://www.theafricareport.com/426148/karim-khans-removal-opens-new-battle-over-iccs-independence/

and… https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/karim-khan-dared-hold-israel-accountable-and-why-he-brought-down

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