ICC: Prosecutor Karim Khan suspended for alleged sexual assault

ICC prosecutor Karim Khan has been suspended with immediate effect by the Assembly of States Parties following allegations of sexual assault by a female colleague. The decision, adopted by qualified majority, follows a disciplinary procedure that had been ongoing for months. Khan categorically denies the allegations, and his lawyers denounce the procedure as 'illegal' and 'unfair'. The case weakens the already criticized Court, and states parties will decide on his retention or permanent removal.