ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan Removed Amid Controversy Over Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu
How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By איתמר אייכנר
First reported by Ynet · Jul 23, 2026
What happened
The International Criminal Court removed chief prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual harassment allegations, but his arrest warrants against Israeli leaders Netanyahu and Gallant remain active. The dismissal followed a secret vote by member states and an internal investigation. Khan's deputy, Nazhat Khan, now leads the ICC and opposes canceling the warrants. The case intensifies scrutiny on the ICC amid US opposition and questions about its credibility.
- 01ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan was removed following sexual harassment allegations and an internal investigation.
- 0282 countries voted to dismiss Khan, surpassing the required majority of 63.
- 03Arrest warrants against Israeli PM Netanyahu and ex-Defense Minister Gallant remain valid despite Khan's removal.
- 04Nazhat Khan, Khan's deputy, now acts as ICC chief prosecutor and opposes canceling Israeli arrest warrants.
- 05Israeli UN Ambassador Danny Danon criticized Khan for politicizing Israel to deflect from personal scandals.
- 06The ICC faces increased pressure amid US diplomatic efforts to limit its authority and concerns over its credibility.
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