U.S. Imposes Sanctions on ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan Over War Crimes Investigation
Karim Khan Becomes the First ICC Official Targeted by U.S. Restrictions
The United States has imposed sanctions on Karim Khan, the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), over his investigation into war crimes involving U.S. citizens and their allies.
What Do We Know About the Sanctions?
- These are the first-ever sanctions imposed under President Donald Trump’s directive against the ICC.
- The restrictions include economic sanctions and a U.S. travel ban.
- Khan's name appeared in a confidential annex to an executive order signed by Trump.
Why Is the U.S. Imposing Sanctions?
Washington does not recognize ICC jurisdiction and opposes investigations into crimes committed by U.S. military personnel and their allies.
This move escalates tensions between the U.S. and international institutions and raises concerns about the independence of the ICC.
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