Statement of ICC Prosecutor, Karim A.A. Khan QC, on the Situation in Ukraine.
While on mission in Bangladesh, I have been closely following recent developments in and around Ukraine with increasing concern.I remind all sides conducting hostilities on the territory of Ukraine that pursuant to the declaration lodged on 8 September 2015, accepting …
ICC Prosecutor concludes the preliminary examination of the Situation in Bolivia
Today, I wish to announce the completion of the preliminary examination into the Situation in the Plurinational State of Bolivia (“Bolivia”). After a thorough and independent assessment of the information available to my Office, I have determined that the criteria …
Emancipation from mental slavery.
The worst injustice one can do to themselves is to believe that their condition is permanent or accept that only others can change their situation or destiny. Your condition becomes irremediable when you think that flying is an incurable illness …
The “Partygate” Scandal: Taking responsibility and accountability and doing the right thing
Lying amongst politicians has gained currency and normalcy, becoming part of everyday reality. So is the shifting of responsibilities amongst leaders. You may ask the likes of Nigeria’s information minister Lai Mohammed if you have doubts. However, many of our …
Corruption Fights Corruption: The West, Media and Lip Service
The latest news that the USA will deny entry to Isabel dos Santos, one-time Africa’s richest woman, for corruption is a welcome development, which will ring an alarming bell for other corrupt individuals in Africa and the rest of the …
ICC Prosecutor Mr Karim A.A. Khan QC appoints Special Adviser on Mutual Legal Assistance
Further to the recent appointments of twenty Special Advisers (see here and here), the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (“ICC” or the “Court”), Mr Karim A.A. Khan QC, has appointed Mr Yoshimitsu Yamauchi of Japan (Bio) to serve as …
ICC judges agree on reforms in response to Independent Expert Review at annual retreat
ICC President Judge Piotr Hofmański during the 2021 ICC judicial retreat ©ICC-CPIOn 19 and 20 November 2021, the judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) held their judicial retreat at the Court’s headquarters in The Hague. Due to the ongoing …
Africa: Medicine and Praises after Death
Recently the President of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari, expressed his sadness at the deaths of an army general and soldiers killed by Islamic terrorists and paid tribute to them. Such a reaction paints a typical reprehensive picture of misplaced priority …
ICC Press Release: ICC Prosecutor, Mr Karim A.A. Khan QC, opens an investigation into the Situation in Venezuela
Version française à suivre | La versión en español está a continuaciónICC-OTP-20211105-PR1625Press Release: 05.11.2021ICC Prosecutor, Mr Karim A.A. Khan QC, opens an investigation into the Situation in Venezuela and concludes Memorandum of Understanding with the GovernmentICC Prosecutor, Mr Karim A.A. …
Even mules bite: Rattled Eswatini king seeks dialogue as riots intensify.
Generally, mules tend to be obedient and easy to control and keep. Even though they eat less grain than a horse, mules are so strong that they can carry more weight than a horse. Their ability to endure and tolerate …