International Criminal Court member states voted to remove chief prosecutor Karim Khan following allegations of serious sexual misconduct.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) voted to remove its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, on Friday following a two-year investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct. The Assembly of States Parties, the court's 125-member governing body, concluded that Karim Khan committed "serious misconduct and serious breach of duty" regarding his treatment of a female aide. While Karim Khan has steadfastly denied the allegations of non-consensual sexual behavior, 82 member states voted in favor of his removal. The ouster comes during a period of significant political tension for the court. The administration has launched a campaign to dismantle the ICC, viewing it as a threat to U.S. sovereignty. The administration announced sanctions against Karim Khan and a dozen other staff members in retaliation for the court's arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Israel welcomed the news, with Ambassador Danny Danon describing the removal as a rejection of a "political witch hunt." Karim Khan plans to challenge the decision, arguing the process was procedurally unfair.

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