Karim Khan Removed as ICC Prosecutor Amid US Pressure

Karim Khan Removed as ICC Prosecutor Amid US Pressure

The International Criminal Court's Assembly of States Parties voted to remove Karim Khan as prosecutor on July 24, 2026, during a special session at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The decision marks the end of a long saga and the beginning of a new stage in the court's life. The move comes amid intense US pressure. The Assembly of States Parties is composed of representatives from the court's member states. The decision to remove Khan was made after a special session, where the representatives voted to remove him from office. Khan's removal is seen as a significant development in the court's history. The International Criminal Court is an independent international organization that investigates and prosecutes international crimes, such as war crimes and crimes against humanity. The court's prosecutor plays a crucial role in investigating and prosecuting these crimes. Khan's removal raises questions about the future of the court and its ability to investigate and prosecute international crimes. The court's Assembly of States Parties will now need to appoint a new prosecutor to replace Khan.