US EditionChief Prosecutor of ICC on Leave amid Sexual Abuse Allegations
- On May 16, 2025, Karim Khan, head of the International Criminal Court’s prosecution office, announced he will temporarily step away from his role at The Hague.
- Khan stepped down pending an external investigation into allegations that he sexually coerced and groped a female aide over more than a year.
- The inquiry is being conducted by the United Nations’ internal watchdog and was initiated following reports from court staff in May 2024, including testimony from the woman who made the allegations.
- Khan rejected the allegations as unfounded and announced that he would be taking a leave of absence until the investigation has been concluded.
- While Khan is on leave, deputy prosecutors will manage the office, and the court called on members and civil society to support justice amid ongoing scrutiny.
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International Criminal Court Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan has temporarily stepped down pending a UN investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct, including coercing a female aide into a sexual relationship and non-consensual groping.
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