Spanish politician and public servant, current affairs figure
The Assembly of States Parties has voted to remove Karim Khan as the International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor after an inquiry found he committed "serious misconduct and serious breach of duty" over allegations of a sexual relationship with a junior staffer. Khan has denied the claims. The secret ballot passed with 82 of 125 votes; Venezuela has announced withdrawal from the court.
The International Criminal Court has been grappling with a leadership crisis after Karim Khan faces sexual misconduct allegations. The Assembly of States Parties is convening in New York for a pivotal vote on his future, as support and opposition split among states, human-rights groups, and Palestinian organizations.
Israel has ordered the closure of the UK consulate in East Jerusalem after Britain announced sanctions on settlement goods and firms. London has said the building will remain a UK Mission and has warned it may expel Israeli diplomats if Israel forces the consulate to close. Talks and a quiet UK security adviser visit have not resolved the dispute ahead of Thursday's deadline.