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WorldPublished: 24 July 2026 at 23:36

ICC member nations vote to remove chief prosecutor

Member states of the International Criminal Court voted on Friday to remove its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, while the Trump administration has vowed to do whatever it takes to dismantle the court.

The International Criminal Court's member states have voted to remove its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, according to a report on Friday. The vote took place amid growing tensions within the international body.

Meanwhile, the administration of President Donald Trump has pledged to take all necessary steps to dismantle the court. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the United States and the ICC.

The decision to remove Khan is effective immediately. The future of the court remains uncertain as it faces both internal leadership changes and external pressure from Washington.

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