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ICC Initiates Disciplinary Proceedings Against Chief Prosecutor Khan

4/2/2026

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On April 1, 2026, member states of the International Criminal Court voted to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan of the International Criminal Court following two sexual assault allegations.
Khan temporarily stepped aside during the investigation into claims of a non-consensual relationship with a lawyer in his office.
Khan denies any wrongdoing.
The Wall Street Journal reported the vote, citing officials familiar with the matter.

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On April 1, 2026, member states of the International Criminal Court voted to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan of the International Criminal Court following two sexual assault allegations.
Khan temporarily stepped aside during the investigation into claims of a non-consensual relationship with a lawyer in his office.
Khan denies any wrongdoing.
The Wall Street Journal reported the vote, citing officials familiar with the matter.