ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan Faces UN Investigation

ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan Faces UN Investigation

Allegations of Sexual Misconduct and Retaliation

United Nations investigators are examining accusations of sexual misconduct against International Criminal Court (ICC) Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan, along with claims that he retaliated against staff members who reported or criticized his handling of the matter.

Accusations of Retaliation

Sources familiar with the investigation, conducted by the U.N.’s Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS), allege that Khan demoted at least four staff members in his office as a form of retaliation.

Khan’s Response

Khan’s attorneys have denied all allegations, stating that he has not engaged in any sexual misconduct or retaliatory behavior. They have also pledged full cooperation with the investigation.

Background of the Inquiry

The original complaint was filed in October 2024, coinciding with what Khan described as a misinformation campaign against his office. Despite the ongoing investigation, he continues to oversee high-profile cases.

High-Profile Cases Under Khan’s Supervision

Khan is currently leading investigations into several international figures, including:

• Russian President Vladimir Putin – The ICC has issued an arrest warrant for Putin over allegations of deporting children from Ukraine.
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu – Netanyahu faces allegations of war crimes in Gaza.

Both Russia and Israel reject the ICC’s jurisdiction and deny the accusations.

ICC’s Stance and Governing Body’s Position

The ICC’s governing body, which commissioned the U.N. investigation, has declined to comment on the scope of the inquiry, stating that details will only be shared upon its conclusion.

About the International Criminal Court

The ICC is a permanent international tribunal responsible for prosecuting individuals for war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, and crimes of aggression. It has 125 member states, including:

• Members: European Union countries, Japan, Britain, Canada, Brazil
• Non-Members: United States, China, Russia

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