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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly condemned ousted ICC prosecutor Karim Khan as fraudulent, following Khan's dismissal over sexual misconduct allegations. Netanyahu was subject to an ICC arrest warrant.
Venezuela has notified the United Nations of its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, claiming the tribunal exhibits systematic bias against Global South nations and has disproportionately focused investigations on Africa and Latin America.
The International Criminal Court's prosecutor faces an uncertain future following sexual assault allegations. Khan secured arrest warrants against Russian and Israeli leaders but internal tensions have escalated significantly.
Dutch legal scholars have condemned the United States' campaign to weaken the International Criminal Court, arguing it threatens the foundation of international law and could shift the world toward rule by the strongest nations.
A Malaysian lawyer working at the International Criminal Court has publicly disclosed allegations of sexual misconduct against chief prosecutor Karim Khan, adding to mounting pressure on the tribunal's leadership amid broader institutional concerns.
France has reaffirmed its backing for the International Criminal Court, dismissing American assertions that the tribunal undermines national sovereignty. The statement comes as the US moves to limit the ICC's reach.
Two American advocacy groups have filed legal proceedings against the Trump administration, claiming that newly imposed sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court infringe upon constitutional protections for free expression and speech.
The ICC has authorized freezing of funds seized from former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to cover potential reparations if convicted, while rejecting the prosecution's attempt to access his personal keys on privacy grounds.