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ICC Launches External Investigation into Chief Prosecutor
An external investigation is launched into allegations of sexual harassment against the ICC's Chief Prosecutor, Karim Khan, amidst increased scrutiny of the court's actions.
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Human Rights ViolationsEuropean UnionInvestigationAllegationsSexual HarassmentMisconductInternational Court
International Criminal Court (Icc)Independent Oversight Mechanism (Iom)HamasUnited Nations
Karim KhanBenjamin NetanyahuYoav GallantAntónio GuterresPäivi Kaukoranta
- How has the ICC's recent activity impacted the situation?
- The ICC's recent actions, including issuing arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others, have intensified scrutiny on the court, potentially influencing the current investigation.
- What was the outcome of the initial internal investigation?
- An internal ICC investigation was conducted previously but did not proceed due to the lack of a formal complaint from the alleged victim and concerns over potential conflicts of interest. The external investigation aims to address this.
- What is the nature of the alleged misconduct against Karim Khan?
- The investigation stems from an alleged sexual harassment incident involving Khan and a colleague, reported in British and American media. Khan denies the allegations and will cooperate with the external investigation.
- What arrangements have been made while the investigation is underway?
- While the investigation is ongoing, Khan's two deputy prosecutors will handle related matters. He has also stated that the ICC faces numerous attacks and threats due to its ongoing cases.
- What prompted the external investigation into the ICC's Chief Prosecutor?
- The International Criminal Court's (ICC) Assembly has requested an external investigation into the alleged misconduct of Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan, following claims of sexual harassment.