The Hague, Netherlands (AP) — The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Karim Khan, has been suspended from his duties following a referral for disciplinary proceedings by the court’s oversight body. The suspension comes amid allegations of sexual misconduct involving a female aide, which have persisted for over two years. Khan has denied any wrongdoing. The Assembly of States Parties, which oversees the ICC, will hold a special session to determine Khan's future in his role. The Bureau of the Assembly stated that the decision to suspend Khan is not indicative of the final outcome. An investigation by the United Nations Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) found evidence of nonconsensual sexual contact, but a legal assessment by a three-judge panel deemed the investigation inconclusive. Khan's legal team is expected to issue a statement regarding the matter. The Assembly of States Parties has the authority to remove Khan from office, requiring a majority vote from its 125 member states. No date has been set for the assembly session, but it will be convened as soon as possible.
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ICC Chief Prosecutor Suspended Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, has been suspended amid allegations of sexual misconduct. The Assembly of States Parties will hold a session to decide on his future, following an investigation that found evidence of nonconsensual behavior but was deemed inconclusive. Khan has denied the allegations.
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