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ICC top prosecutor removed over sexual misconduct allegations

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ICC top prosecutor Karim Khan has been removed following allegations of sexual misconduct. Khan denies allegations that he engaged in an improper sexual relationship with a junior staff member and sought to prevent her from pursuing her complaint. The case raises concerns about workplace conduct at the International Criminal Court.

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Allegations of an improper sexual relationship between Karim Khan and a junior staff member.

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Karim Khan denies allegations of engaging in an improper sexual relationship with a junior ICC staff member.

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Karim Khan denies allegations of engaging in an improper sexual relationship with a junior ICC staff member.

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  • Allegations of an improper sexual relationship between Karim Khan and a junior staff member.
  • Khan is accused of seeking to stop the staff member from pursuing her complaint.

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Karim Khan denies allegations of engaging in an improper sexual relationship with a junior ICC staff member and seeking to stop her pursuing her complaint.

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Karim Khan denies allegations of engaging in an improper sexual relationship with a junior ICC staff member.

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Karim Khan denies seeking to stop the junior staff member from pursuing her complaint.

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