ICC Chief Prosecutor Faces Threats Over Israel War Crimes Probe

International Criminal Court (ICC) chief prosecutor Karim Khan has faced a coordinated and escalating intimidation campaign linked to his investigation into alleged Israeli war crimes, including threats from political figures, intelligence warnings, and media leaks of sexual misconduct allegations which he denies. British and U.S. officials, including former UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron and U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, have reportedly pressured Khan to withdraw arrest warrants against Israeli leaders, threatening sanctions and funding cuts to the ICC. Intelligence warnings have highlighted Mossad's active presence in The Hague, raising concerns for Khan's safety. These efforts appear aimed at derailing the ICC's probe into Israeli actions in Gaza, with internal ICC sources alleging attempts to undermine both Khan and the institution itself. Meanwhile, Hungary's withdrawal from the ICC over its actions against Israeli leaders has sparked controversy, with critics accusing the court of biased prosecutions. The situation underscores the significant geopolitical tensions surrounding the ICC's pursuit of accountability for alleged war crimes in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.